Ripon and North Yorkshire News
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Caravan owners felt 'bullied' by holiday parks
Caravan owners share allegations of unfair contracts and sharp practices by holiday parks.
'Love it or hate it' nightclub's legacy celebrated
Famous for its free prawn crackers, The Willow was a 42-year nightlife staple for revellers in York.
Drought declared across Yorkshire
Weeks of unusually dry weather in the region has led to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers.
What does a drought mean for Yorkshire?
Yorkshire Water's drought plan includes the possibility of hosepipe bans and other measures.
Bins, bollards and benches cleaned in city project
Volunteers clean, repaint and maintain York's streets as part of a project to brighten up the city.
Man, 70, dies in collision with military truck
Police say a man riding a mobility scooter died after the crash on Wednesday in North Yorkshire.
Shops found to be flouting single-use vape ban
Disposable vapes are still being sold in some shops despite a recently introduced ban, the BBC finds.
Cable theft causes major rail disruption
National Rail says the cable was taken from the Wakefield Westgate area, causing a signalling fault.
Light and sound show planned for historic gardens
The show will explore the history of York's Museum Gardens, organiser say.
'I've given up my career to care for my dad'
Rachel quit her job in catering after her father was diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Soldier was 'mismanaged not bullied', inquest told
Army colleague says Bernard Mongan had 'child-like' responses to challenging situations at work.
Drink driving charge after motorhome crash
The motorhome was seen hitting a bollard as it left a service station before being driven off.
Medieval hospital uncovered during York roadworks
Georgey Spanswick chats to archaeologist John Oxley about St Leonard's Hospital.
Matt Baker on the farming inheritance tax
Georgey Spanswick talks to TV presenter Matt Baker about the farming inheritance tax.
Could Courteney Cox join Snow Patrol in Scarborough?
Georgey Spanswick chats to Johnny McDaid from Snow Patrol ahead of their headline show.
York sand sculptor on his "serious hobby"
Joanita Musisi chats to part-time church minister Mark Lewis about what drew him to sand.
Secret North Yorkshire
Bek Homer hears about the brave men who came to Filey in the 1940s.
Mills beats Farah's UK record at Oslo Diamond League
George Mills sets a UK record in the men's 5,000m at the Diamond League meeting in Oslo.
Harrogate sign forward Bennett & defender Bradbury
Harrogate Town sign Burton Albion forward Mason Bennett and Cheltenham defender Tom Bradbury, both on two-year deals.
Steelbacks win again as Derbyshire misery continues
Northamptonshire Steelbacks make it six wins from six in the men?s T20 Blast as Durham and Yorkshire also pick up victories.
Yorkshire sign India batter Gaikwad for run-in
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad joins Yorkshire for five County Championship games starting next month.
Legendary trainer Peter Easterby dies aged 95
Legendary trainer Peter Easterby, who saddles racing greats including Sea Pigeon and Night Nurse, dies at the age of 95.
Yorkshire thump Leicestershire in T20 Blast
Northants make it five wins in a row after beating Lancashire, while there are also T20 Blast wins for Yorkshire, Bears, Middlesex, Kent and Sussex.
'Love it or hate it' nightclub's legacy celebrated
Famous for its free prawn crackers, The Willow was a 42-year nightlife staple for revellers in York.
Harrogate sign forward Bennett & defender Bradbury
Harrogate Town sign Burton Albion forward Mason Bennett and Cheltenham defender Tom Bradbury, both on two-year deals.
Bins, bollards and benches cleaned in city project
Volunteers clean, repaint and maintain York's streets as part of a project to brighten up the city.
Man, 70, dies in collision with military truck
Police say a man riding a mobility scooter died after the crash on Wednesday in North Yorkshire.
Cable theft causes major rail disruption
National Rail says the cable was taken from the Wakefield Westgate area, causing a signalling fault.
Drought declared across Yorkshire
Weeks of unusually dry weather in the region has led to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers.
What does a drought mean for Yorkshire?
Yorkshire Water's drought plan includes the possibility of hosepipe bans and other measures.
Shops found to be flouting single-use vape ban
Disposable vapes are still being sold in some shops despite a recently introduced ban, the BBC finds.
Light and sound show planned for historic gardens
The show will explore the history of York's Museum Gardens, organiser say.
'I've given up my career to care for my dad'
Rachel quit her job in catering after her father was diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Couple sought after garden centre car park crash
A couple allegedly checked damage to their own vehicle before leaving without leaving their details.
Drink driving charge after motorhome crash
The motorhome was seen hitting a bollard as it left a service station before being driven off.
No update to A66 dualling plan in Spending Review
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the decision has been handed over to the Department for Transport.
Mayor confident on half-hourly rail service
David Skaith has been answering your questions on transport, housing and high streets.
'Attempted abduction' at school not suspicious
No child was harmed in the incident near Westfield Primary in York, the school's head teacher says.
'Two weeks of paternity leave is just too little for the 21st Century'
A father, campaigner, MP and business group on whether a fortnight is enough paternity leave.
Could Spending Review turn new page for North and voters?
James Vincent looks at the issues that could emerge from Rachel Reeves' announcement.
Police could take charge of traffic restrictions
North Yorkshire Police could get powers to restrict traffic in York city centre during events.
Schools cash boost 'not enough', council warns
The council will get £7.03m from the government for improvements, but says about £80m is needed.
Man in court charged over teenage boy's stabbing
Philip Noble, 44, is charged with causing GBH with intent and possessing an offensive weapon.
City roadworks uncover medieval hospital remains
A councillor says the find is "fascinating" but added it has delayed the completion of the works.
Student housing plan for 18th Century building
Mason Residences UK plans to convert a Grade II listed building in Heslington into student housing.
Eco-friendly bus shelters planned for city
A plan to install 30 shelters with living roofs will be considered, City of York Council says.
Mural to Joseph Rowntree unveiled in city park
The artwork is located in a York park that was gifted to the city by Joseph Rowntree.
York v Gillingham
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between York and Gillingham in League Two.
Duncalf reaches World Open last eight
Jenny Duncalf, from Harrogate, reaches the quarter-finals of the women's World Squash Open.
York 4-1 Bristol Rovers
York hammer Bristol Rovers, a result that signals the end of Mark McGhee's 11-month reign at the Memorial Stadium.
Yorkshire to host start of Tour
Leeds in Yorkshire will host the opening of the 2014 Tour de France, before the race heads to London for a stage finish.
Caravan owners felt 'bullied' by holiday parks
Caravan owners share allegations of unfair contracts and sharp practices by holiday parks.
Families to retrace attacks victims' final steps
They will be joined by two survivors for a memorial walk on the second anniversary of the attacks.
Teens found guilty of killing man as he sat in car
Shortly after Shamiah McKenzie and Codee Godfrey carried out the attack, they mingled with police officers.
'Our son's kickboxing death must lead to change'
The family of 15-year-old Alex Eastwood say change is needed to ensure safety in the sport.
Murder accused was in area of attack, court hears
Jurors hear that Roy Barclay, 56, accepts he was seen on CCTV near where Anita Rose was attacked.
GMP chief refuses to apologise to LGBTQ+ community
Chief constable Stephen Watson says to apologise for historical behaviour could seem "superficial".
Download mosh pits may cause hundreds of 999 calls
Wearable tech like smartwatches can think metal fans in mosh pits have been involved in a collision.
Has Father's Day grief become a marketing tool?
Companies are offering the option to opt out of emails about sensitive occasions like Father's Day.
Man 'attacked' as tensions flare with van-dwellers
Residents say they are scared to go out as night as van-dwellers say they have nowhere else to go.
Van filled with stolen tools found at car boot sale
Rural crime officers recorded 215 tools at a car boot sale at the Kassam Stadium on Sunday.
Man inspired by TV show finds £63k coin haul
He picked up the hobby only two months earlier and says he was in shock when he found it.
Campsite clampdown for 'aggressive' cat Harry
Visits from a moggy who appears to dislike dogs could deter guests, the campsite claims.