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Row continues as Lib Dem councillor quits local group after previous suspension
A councillor suspended by his political group in May has quit with both sides not backing down in their criticism of the other. Now ex-Liberal Democrat councillor Dr Tristan Learoyd said he had asked the party nationally to investigate the Lib
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Speed limit on A61 Ripon road could be introduced by spring
The councillor in charge of transport at North Yorkshire Council says a 50mph speed limit on a deadly section of the A61 could be introduced by spring 2025. Several collisions have occurred on the key route between the city and Harrogate, with
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Councillors call for Yorkshire Water boss to refuse £371k bonus
Leaders of communities featuring rivers which have repeatedly been polluted by sewage have called on Yorkshire Water’s chief executive to refuse her £371,000 annual bonus. Pateley Bridge and Nidderdale councillor Andrew Murday and Richmond councillor
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Council to clamp down on coastal motorhome parking
Three coastal locations in North Yorkshire are set to trial a restriction on overnight motorhome parking in response to complaints from residents and safety fears. North Yorkshire Council says there has been a significant numbers of motorhomes
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Major roadworks to take place on main road through North Yorkshire market town
The main route through Richmond is set to undergo extensive roadworks starting on Monday. North Yorkshire Council says the £500,000 improvement scheme, which is being funded by a national scheme, will help road safety and tackle congestion.
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North East football legend surprises new parents at hospital maternity unit
Middlesbrough legend Juninho delighted new parents and staff during a surprise visit to the James Cook University Hospital's maternity unit. The legendary player, affectionately known as the "little fella," returned to the North East as part of
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From Richmond to Ukraine: Duo drive 1,300 miles to deliver lifesaving aids
Two men from North Yorkshire are on a mission to deliver crucial aid to war-torn Ukraine. Mark Farrow, a computer expert from Scorton, and Stephen White, an administrator from Richmond, are raising money for what they call “the drive of their lives
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Thousands turn out to enjoy country show in North Yorkshire
Thousands of people turned out this weekend to enjoy the 2024 edition of the Osmotherley Show. Sheep, vintage tractors and horticultural competitions were among the many star attractions at the 114th Osmotherley Show. It was a lovely sunny
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People in region urged to donate blood after UK amber 'critical' shortage level
People in North Yorkshire are being urged to donate blood after an amber alert was issued, with health professionals saying that the shortage is 'critical'. Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) is urging people in the region to donate blood in response