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Ripon Runners volunteers turn out in force for Fountains Abbey Parkkrun
Ripon Runners donned their club colours and showed up in style today in support of their local Fountains Abbey parkrun event, with around 80 club members either running or volunteering for a wide range of roles, including run director, timekeepers, marshals, pacers, barcode scanners – and many mor...
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North Yorkshire hotel wins Best Spa Hotel UK at global spa awards
Grantley Hall won Best Spa Hotel – UK in The Global Spa Awards by The Luxury Spa Edit™ 2026.
'Extraordinary' home kitchen business in North Yorkshire wins global award
A remarkable couple who started their unique chocolate business from their home kitchen in Ripon have won a global award.
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Wanted on recall to prison, with links to Ripon
42-year-old Anthony Ward is wanted on recall to prison following a breach of licence conditions. Ward was jailed for burglary last year and was subsequently released in February. He has since been recalled to prison following poor behaviour and failure to reside in an approved address. Police believ...
Marie Curie is calling for fundraisers in Harrogate and Ripon to ‘Go Yellow’ this March
There’s only one chance to give someone the best possible end of life, which is why Marie Curie, the UKs leading end of life charity, is calling on fantastic fundraisers across Harrogate and Ripon to ‘Go Yellow’ and raise vital funds to support its Great Daffodil Appeal this March. By holding ...
Ripon project uncovers 'treasure trove' of war veterans' stories as curtain falls on city's last military barracks
A remarkable new project has unearthed the real-life stories of Ripon’s military heroes of the past just as that proud history is about to draw to a close.
New housing in North Yorkshire market town branded as a potential 'flooding risk'
Alarmed residents opposed to plans for 46 new homes in the ancient market town of Masham say councillors still have time to vote against what they regard as a “flooding risk” at a crunch planning meeting.
Plans for 46 new homes in Masham could be approved despite flooding and traffic concerns
Planning officers are advising councillors to vote in favour of 46 new homes in Masham at a meeting next week despite concerns about the impact of the development on the town.
Ripon-based world foods entrepreneur to expand with major new facilities to meet 'surging UK demand'
An award-winning Ripon-based world foods entrepreneur who bounced back after a period of health issues is to expand her business.
The best places to eat in this historic North Yorkshire city
Stars of the small screen have been spotted near Ripon in North Yorkshire in recent days. Here are some of the best places to eat.
Bishop Auckland firm fined after lawnmower fell blade first on top of worker
Bishop Auckland firm MHS Countryside Management Limited has been slapped with a fine after a lawnmower fell blade first on top of a worker and killed him.
Ripon’s traditional Pancake Races return with flipping fantastic fun
Crowds lined the streets outside Ripon Cathedral as the city’s much-loved Pancake Races returned this year in a flurry of batter, bells and friendly competition.
Yorkshire Marketing Firm Adopts 4.5 Day Working Week with No Loss of Pay
Ripon based digital marketing agency Bronco Ltd has confirmed a permanent change to how its team works, introducing a four and a half day working week while maintaining full pay for all employees. All 11 employees at the Yorkshire digital marketing agency now work a 33.5 hour week, finishing at 12.3...
Student designers to showcase healthy lifestyle streetwear in House of Commons
Ripon Grammar school students swill present their novel ideas to help promote healthy teenage lifestyle choices at the Houses of Parliament. Their inspirational designs for fun pop art logos on recycled T-shirts, hoodies, trainers and caps have so impressed the Community Alcohol Project (CAP) that t...
Lightwater Valley announces six‑week countdown as tickets go on sale
A much-loved North Yorkshire theme park has announced it is just weeks away from reopening its doors, with tickets for the new season now on sale.
Indian food entrepreneur returns with new Ripon production kitchen, following national award recognition
Indian food entrepreneur returns with new Ripon production kitchen, following national award recognition Award-winning entrepreneur Monalisa Fathima has announced the opening of a new, expanded production facility in Ripon for her latest venture, Monalisa’s Kitchen. The move to the new unit at Syc...
Elderly diving coach who abused girls avoids jail and place on sex offenders register
A former scuba diving coach found to have sexually abused two girls is now too unwell to be sentenced in any other way than by an absolute discharge in each case.