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Duke of Edinburgh dies aged 99
Buckingham Palace has announced the death of Prince Phillip.
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Group to support Wharfedale Greenway plan
A new group has been formed to support the planned Wharfedale Greenway, a planned route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders that will link towns along the River Wharfe in West Yorkshire.
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Appeal for witnesses following a robbery in Ilkley
Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Ilkley last week.
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Local swimming pools and gyms prepare to reopen
Indoor swimming pools and gyms can reopen from Monday with stage 2 of the roadmap out of lockdown.
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New equipment for Ilkley's litter pickers
The Friends of Ilkley Moor Litter Pickers Group are celebrating the arrival of their new, superior litter picking equipment, bought through a grant from Bradford Council.
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Census scam warning
Police in North and West Yorkshire issue a scam warning as Census officers call on those who haven't completed their Census.
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'Stay off the tracks' warning after photo shared by MP
A picture shared by MP Robbie Moore on social media has provoked outrage after it showed a family walking along a local railway line.
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Local autism group receives £420k in lottery funding
The Airedale and Wharfedale Autism Resource is celebrating after receiving a grant from the National Lottery to support its work with local families affected by autism.
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Captain Tom 100 charity challenge launched
The family of Keighley-born Captain Sir Tom Moore are encouraging people to celebrate his spirit of generosity by taking on their own charity challenge.
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Local film Brave Enough added to drive-in cinema schedule
A short film documenting the epic fundraising journey of Embsay's Jo Moseley is to be shown at the Skipton drive-in cinema next week.
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Ilkley Manor House is ready for the Spring
Though the Ilkley Manor House isn’t able to open its doors to the public just yet they are still putting on some events to welcome the Spring.
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£1.2m in cultural funding allocated to Keighley, Skipton and Ilkley
Locally-based businesses and charities are receiving a total of more than £1 million from the latest awards in the government's Culture Recovery Fund.
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Local buses to return to pre-lockdown timetables this month
The Keighley Bus Company which runs services across Ilkley, Skipton and Keighley has announced plans to operate more buses from 11th April.
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Extra date added to Skipton drive-in cinema due to demand
Skipton's first drive-in cinema event this month has been extended to four days following overwhelming demand for tickets.
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Ilkley Town Council Clerk moves on to new pastures
Ilkley Town Council’s Clerk, Mrs Louise Close, has recently left the Council to take up a new position as Chief Officer at Skipton Town Council.
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Natural Flood Management work continues on Ilkley Moor
Work has started on a project to further slow down the flow of water from Ilkley Moor into Backstone Beck which runs to the River Wharfe.
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What are the Covid rule changes from today?
As part of the roadmap out of lockdown, the 'Stay at Home' message has now been dropped and two households can now mix outdoors.
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Wall of Fame plan for Keighley Civic Centre
Keighley's heroes are to be celebrated in a new exhibition being put together by the town council - and your suggestions are needed.
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Put a spring in your step with the latest Ilkley walking trail
Middleton Woods Spring Trail is the second in a series of walking trails released to inspire families to exercise, explore and learn in and around Ilkley town centre.
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Solar panels to be added to council buildings in Craven
Craven District Council says work will start this spring to install solar panels on Skipton Town Hall and Craven Leisure along with other council buildings.
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Full line-up confirmed for summer Gateways Festival
Buzzcocks are among the acts added to the bill for Skipton's first Gateways Festival in Aireville Park this August.
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Consultation started on new anti-social behaviour measures at Ilkley Riverside
Bradford Council is considering implementing a ‘Public Space Protection Order’ at Ilkley Riverside to help reduce the anti-social behaviour by a minority of visitors.
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Ilkley named as best place to live in the North and Northeast
Ilkley has been named the best place to live in the North and Northeast of England by The Sunday Times.
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Meeting in May to update Ilkley bathing water status
A virtual meeting to update residents in Ilkley on the progress of a partnership created to improve ecological status of the River Wharfe will take place on 13 May, ahead of the start of the 2021 bathing season.
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Ilkley’s cairns of remembrance and hope
Churches Together in Ilkley plan to mark Good Friday, 2nd April, with Cairns of 'Remembrance and Hope' at three churches across the town.
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Aireville Park facilities prepare to reopen from 29th March
Outdoor fitness classes and Pitch and Foot games are getting ready to begin again in Skipton's Aireville Park from next week.
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Sheep mascot features on new Skipton to Keighley buses
Buses used on the Dalesway route have had a makeover with the appearance of Dale the sheep, plus leather seats, wi-fi and USB chargers.
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Discover Ilkley and win with interactive Easter trail
More than 20 Ilkley businesses are taking part in the Easter Trail which invites families to search for funky Easter egg images on display in selected shop windows around Ilkley town centre.
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Community fund helps Ilkley charity bring people together
A local charity is raising funds that will help teach older residents how to communicate with links such as Zoom and Facetime.
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Broughton Bridge to undergo major restoration scheme
A major repair scheme on Broughton Bridge outside Skipton is to commence to protect the historic listed structure and its vital link to Broughton Hall.
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Ilkley Covid memorial walk near funding target
Fundraising to create a memorial to those who have sadly died in Ilkley and Ben Rhydding from coronavirus has nearly reached its target.
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MP secures Keighley Incinerator debate
Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has secured a debate in Parliament to discuss the controversial Keighley incinerator which was given the green light by the Environment Agency earlier this year.
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Ilkley Literature Festival launches Spring programme
llkley Literature Festival has announced a spring digital programme of Digital Events Exploring the Natural World which will begin later this month.
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Park improvements in Keighley
Major improvements to outdoor areas in Keighley are being delivered by Bradford Council through a fund designed to promote the regeneration of the town.
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Street to be named after pioneering Keighley politician
A local Keighley heroine is to be honoured by having one of the town’s streets named after her.
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Chocolate festival planned for next year in Skipton
The team behind Skipton's Crafts In The Pen event say they're working on plans for a chocolate festival in the town in 2022.
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Jobs at risk as Keighley branch of Thornton's to close
Chocolatier Thornton's has announced plans to close all of its 61 shops, putting around 600 jobs at risk, including some in Keighley.
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Damaged Skipton canal bridge to be replaced
The Canal and River Trust says work will be completed in May to replace the damaged swing bridge between Aireville Park and Skipton Railway Station.
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Concerns raised over delays to Covid payments
Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has criticised Bradford Council's handling of business grants for local firms who have had to close during the lockdown.
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More history to be uncovered in the 2nd Ilkley Blue Plaque trail
Join the U3A and Ilkley Civic Society to walk the second part of Ilkley’s Blue Plaque trail.
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Keighley bus driver clocks up 50 years of service
68-year old John Feather from Ingrow has reached a special milestone after five decades working on the buses in West Yorkshire.
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Former Sugden End landfill site wins award
An old rubbish tip on the moors above Keighley has won a prestigious engineering award for the council and partners involved in the project to re-landscape the area.
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What is the Census 2021?
Households across the Aire and Wharfe Valleys will receive a letter asking them to to take part in the mandatory Census 2021.
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Meeting will discuss Ilkley Riverside toilets £100k refurb
Ilkley Town Council have called an Extraordinary Meeting for Friday (12 March) to consider plans to spend over £100k refurbing the Riverside Gardens toilet block.
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Keighley Towns Fund bid awaits decision
A bid for over £25m to transform Keighley, was submitted via a Towns Fund Investment Plan to the Government’s Towns Fund in early February and is now awaiting a decision.
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Captain Sir Tom Moore Memorial Commission survey opens
The Keighley-run Captain Sir Tom Moore Memorial Commission survey is now live and the commission, headed by local MP Robbie Moore, is asking residents to give their views.
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Skipton Triathlon entrants donate almost £8,000 to Sue Ryder Manorlands
Skipton Triathlon entrants have donated £7,818 to Sue Ryder Manorlands after the cancellation of the 2021 event.
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Ilkley Carnival and Skipton Gala off for second year
The organisers of the Skipton Gala and the Ilkley Carnival have confirmed that their 2021 events will not go ahead, despite the end of lockdown restrictions before the summer.
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New music festival in Skipton confirmed for August
Razorlight, Feeder, Scouting for Girls and Lightning Seeds are among the acts performing at the new Gateways event in Aireville Park.
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Sunflower growing competition supports Manorlands Hospice
Green-fingered people are being invited to take part in a competition to grow the tallest sunflower while raising money for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice in Oxenhope.
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Local Plan online public information sessions
Bradford Council’s consultation on its Local Plan continues with online public information sessions running until Friday 12 March.
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Silsden residents offered tablet loans to help them stay connected
People over 55 are being given computer tablets with access to the internet to help them get online and overcome isolation and loneliness during the pandemic.
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Grants are still available to help heat family homes through winter
Funds are still available through the No Child Cold campaign and organisers are encouraging any families in Keighley and Ilkley who are in need to come forward.
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Donations sought for lasting Ilkley tribute to those lost during the pandemic
Ilkley District Councillors have started a fund to create a permanent tribute to those in the town who have sadly died from coronavirus.
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Be alert to National Insurance number scam
Police are warning residents in the Aire and Wharfe Valleys of a National Insurance number scam.
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A third of local adults have now received Covid-19 vaccine
Local data shows that 46,000 people across Keighley, Ilkley and Skipton have now been vaccinated against coronavirus.
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Community rallies over plans to build on green belt
Ilkley District Councillors Kyle Green and Anne Hawkesworth were joined by MP Robbie Moore and over 100 concerned residents at an online town meeting organised to discuss the emerging local plan proposed by Bradford Council.
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Local tributes planned to Captain Tom on Saturday for funeral
Bradford Council says flags will be flying at half-mast this weekend to honour Keighley-born Captain Sir Tom Moore and mark the day of his funeral.
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Crowdfunding for burgled Skipton war veteran tops £20,000
An appeal for donations to replace the money stolen from a 100-year old local man during a burglary has received national attention.
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Ilkley walking trails to inspire families to exercise, explore and learn
The first of five planned trails in and around the town has just been released.
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Feedback sought on plans for Skipton Railway Station links
Almost £6m is to be spent on improving walking and cycling access to Skipton's railway station - and local residents' views will help shape the designs.
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Hidden Ilkley businesses revealed in new Ilkley BID initiative
Hidden Ilkley, a campaign that aims to showcase non-retail businesses has been launched on the new Discover Ilkley website, powered by Ilkley BID.
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A6068 at Glusburn to be closed next week
Work to remove a dangerous tree means that the A6068 will be closed outside the Dog and Gun pub at Glusburn for five days.
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Consultation starts on future of local government in North Yorkshire
Residents across Craven and North Yorkshire are being urged to take part in a government consultation to determine how council services should be structured in the county.
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Captain Tom inspires a new generation
Captain Sir Tom Moore has inspired a new generation of fundraisers and this week Airedale Hospital in Keighley, Captain Tom’s birthplace, received a special donation from 6 year-old fundraising champion Emilia Bailey.
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Lockdown easing: from schools to pubs - what will open when?
Following the Prime Minister's announcement of a roadmap to the easing of the lockdown in England, we've got a handy guide to what's likely to happen and when.
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Tributes paid to A65 road crash victims
Tributes have been paid online to Maisie Ryan and Oliver Knott, who were killed in last week's collision on the A65 Addingham bypass.
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Poor state of Utley Cemetery raised with Bradford Council
Utley Cemetery near Keighley has been described as a 'disgrace' and 'looking like a building site' by local politicians.
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Police appeal after man and woman die in A65 crash at Addingham
Two people in their 20s have been killed in a road collision on the Addingham bypass on Thursday morning.
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Council calls for review after door-to-door Covid tests stop
Bradford Council has written to the government to request an urgent review after it stopped providing the district with home testing kits to identify coronavirus cases.
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Fund launched for Captain Sir Tom Moore statue
Bradford Council is supporting a fundraising campaign to install a bronze sculpture of Captain Sir Tom Moore in Keighley.
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Take a stroll along Ilkley’s blue plaque trail
If you are looking for a purpose in your lockdown walk through Ilkley, you can do no better than to follow the trail of Ilkley’s blue plaque historic buildings.
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Skipton BID supports local businesses with podcast series
Skipton Business Improvement District is working with Rombalds Radio on a new series of podcasts to help local companies as they transition out of lockdown.
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Make the switch and go paperless with your Council Tax bill
Bradford District residents are being encouraged to go paperless before the end of the month with their Council Tax bills this year.
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Local elections to go ahead despite pandemic
This year's local council elections - and a vote to pick a Mayor for West Yorkshire - will go ahead on 6th May with Covid safety measures in place.
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Struggling local families supported by food banks during half-term
Bradford Council is using government funding to support more than 7,000 families over the school holidays and working with local food banks to ensure no child goes hungry.
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Wharfedale device donations reduce digital divide
44 unwanted technical devices were donated by 28 Wharfedale households & organisations for redistribution to people who lacked digital access.
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Competition to photograph Ilkley's Riverside Parks
For 2021 the Friends of Ilkley Riverside Parks is launching a photographic competition, your entry could be part of the groups 2022 Calendar.
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Library events for children are online this half-term
North Yorkshire libraries are showcasing a wide programme of children’s half-term activities which can be enjoyed from the comfort of their home.
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Free online story time and yoga for half-term
Young children and their families have the opportunity to get into yoga in the half term break with special free online activities organised by Bradford Council’s Libraries service.
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Emergency warm clothes appeal
There are drop off points in Ilkley and Keighley to donate clothing to the No Child Cold Campaign.
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Two vacant seats on Keighley Town Council
Keighley Town Council currently has two vacancies for Councillors.
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Airedale NHS Trust urges local families to chat about organ donation
Health professionals across Airedale and Craven are backing a new campaign to encourage people to talk about what they want to happen to their organs after they die.
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Reward offered for return of Valentine teddies in Silsden
A reward is being offered for the safe return of two soft toys which have gone missing from Silsden after being left out to spread Valentine's cheer to residents.
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Care provider offers 25 jobs to meet growing demand
Home Instead Ilkley, which provides at-home care across the Aire and Wharfe Valleys is looking for new recruits to join its growing business.
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Local plan shows how Ilkley, Silsden and Keighley will grow sustainably over the next 2 decades
Bradford Council is preparing a new Local Plan which sets out how the district will grow sustainably over the next 15-20 years and what it means for local communities.
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Ilkley and Skipton named among Britain's top shopping towns
Ilkley has come 10th and Skipton 12th nationally in a list of the country's leading shopping destinations, which has been put together by a retail property consultant.
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Charity volunteer delivers shopping by sledge!
An Ilkley Shop Assist volunteer found a novel way of getting the shopping delivered in the snow.
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Views sought on a 20mph zone for Ilkley
Ilkley Town Council’s Transport Sub-Committee will be discussing a proposed 20mph zone for Ilkley and other issues at its next meeting.
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Discover Ilkley website goes live
Ilkley BID has launched the new town website, Discover Ilkley has been locally created by a team of Ilkley businesses.
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Keighley MP creates Captain Sir Tom Moore Memorial Commission
Plans for a memorial in Keighley to recognise the achievements of Captain Sir Tom Moore will be overseen by the town's MP Robbie Moore.
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Local bus operator offers engineering training roles
Keighley Bus Company operator Transdev is marking National Apprenticeship Week by creating three new engineering apprentice roles.
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Mask reminder for local bus passengers
The Keighley Bus Company - which operates buses across the Aire and Wharfe Valleys - has issued a plea to customers to remind them to wear face coverings while on board.
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'Light at the end of the tunnel' in Covid battle, says local MP
Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore says there is light at the end of the tunnel with the rollout of the Covid vaccination programme.
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CCTV approved for Ilkley
Bradford Council’s Executive approved proposals to invest £100,000 on CCTV in Ilkley town centre at a meeting on Tuesday.
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Rotary raise £2,600 to support Martin House
The Rotary Club of Ilkley Wharfedale has raised vital funds for Martin House Hospice with a series of collections at the Tesco store on Springs Lane in Ilkley.
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Keighley's Captain Sir Tom Moore dies aged 100
The family of Keighley-born Captain Sir Tom Moore say he has passed away after being treated in hospital for pneumonia and Covid-19.
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Drive-in cinema planned for Skipton next month
Skipton BID is bringing a drive-in cinema experience to town for three days in March, with Rombalds Radio listeners asked to help pick which films will be shown.
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Worth Valley rotary group launches grant scheme
Rotarians from Haworth and the Worth Valley have announced they are taking applications for small grants to assist local organisations.
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Roman lead ingot to go on display at Craven Museum
A rare ingot made of lead has arrived in Skipton and will go on display in the Craven Museum in the town hall when it reopens later this year.
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Ilkley BID announces new manager
The Ilkley BID board of directors has welcomed the appointment of Felicity Gains as Ilkley BID Manager from 1st February.
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New clubhouse rising from the ashes
Contractors have started work on Olicanian Cricket Club’s new clubhouse on Denton Road in Ilkley, 18 months after its former pavilion was destroyed in an arson attack.
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Dozens of trees planted in Addingham by volunteers
Eighty-five new trees and shrubs have been planted on the steep bank above the skateboard park in Addingham.
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Captain Sir Tom Moore in hospital with Coronavirus
The family of Keighley-born Captain Sir Tom Moore say he has been admitted to hospital after testing positive for Covid-19.
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Government announces £56m for A59 re-routing at Kex Gill
Work could start on improvements to the A59 between Skipton and Harrogate later this year following years of delays and closures due to landslips.
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390 officers recruited to West Yorkshire Police in last year
Government statistics show an increase of almost 400 police officers in the West Yorkshire force since the start of a nationwide recruitment drive after the last general election.
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Two online session held to discuss a greener Skipton
A Greener Skipton and the Dales event took place online with attendees interested in working towards a greener future.
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Local GPs reassure women that the NHS is still here to help with cervical screening
Local GPs across Craven and Wharfedale are reassuring people that invitations are still being sent for regular cervical screening, and that it is safe to attend GP practices in person if they have been asked to.
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Ilkley Literature Festival announces lockdown resources
Ilkley Literature Festival are delighted to release resources to offer support during the third national lockdown, including educational packs for children and tickets for a wellness writing course for adults.
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Work to transform Engine Shed Lane depot in Skipton is set to start
Craven District Council is set to start work to redevelop its Waste Management Depot on Engine Shed Lane next month.
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One thousand Covid deaths milestone marked in Bradford district
A commemoration event has taken place at City Hall in Bradford as official figures show that more than 1,000 people have now died in the district from Coronavirus-related causes.
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Taxis in Craven to have CCTV in them from April
Delayed plans to put CCTV cameras in taxis across Skipton and the Craven district will take effect from this year.
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Work starts to reduce flood risk in Aireville Park
Culverts in Skipton's Aireville Park are being repaired to improve the flow of water along Gallow Syke and cut the chance of flooding.
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Investment in CCTV considered for Ilkley
Bradford Council’s Executive is to consider proposals to invest £100,000 in CCTV in Ilkley town centre.
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Local filmmakers get expert help as part of Bradford 2025 bid
Up and coming filmmakers - including one young man from the Keighley area - are being supported by mentors from the industry as part of efforts to expand cultural activity in the Bradford district.
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Good response to Keighley town funding consultation
More than a thousand responses have been received as part of a consultation on how to spend £25m of government funding on projects in Keighley.
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Free workshops offered to small businesses
Free workshops and one-to-one business support is available to small businesses in Keighley and Ilkley.
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Skipton Town Council acknowledges failings in past year
In an unusual step, Skipton Town Council has issued a public statement to say it has not been as competent as it should have been.
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Appeal after young woman dies in Glusburn road crash
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses after a fatal collision on the A6068 between Cross Hills and Cowling this week.
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Helping our district’s children keep warm during this lockdown
No Child Cold, a campaign which aims to make sure every child in the Bradford district is warm this winter has been launched today.
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Scheme will improve pedestrian safety at busy Ilkley junction
Bradford Council is to start work soon on a scheme to make a busy Ilkley town centre junction safer for pedestrians crossing the road.
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Residents warned about nasty phone scam
Craven residents are being warned to be vigilant after reports of a person making scam calls suggesting people are entitled to a council tax refund.
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Meeting to discuss Ilkley’s bathing status award
The Ilkley Clean River Group is holding its first open public meeting since DEFRA awarded Bathing Status in December.
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Ilkley veteran 'gets on his bike' to mark 100 years of Royal British Legion
Local Ilkley resident Roger Miall is marking his 90th birthday and the Royal British Legion’s Centenary by cycling 100km in thirty days.
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Warning to 'be prepared' with two days of heavy rain forecast
Residents and businesses are being warned to be prepared with the Met Office issuing an Amber warning of rain for Tuesday and Wednesday this week.
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Christmas tree recycling raises more than £20k for Manorlands
A Christmas tree collection and recycling scheme run by Worth Valley Young Farmers Club has raised more than £20,000 for the Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.
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Vandals condemned over damage to local Stay at Home signs
Police and public health officials have expressed their disappointment after signs in Cross Hills encouraging people to stay at home during the lockdown were defaced.
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Local student recreates Captain Tom’s photo for charity
Darcey Charlesworth, a 19 year old fashion student from Menston, has rediscovered her love for painting during lockdown and recreated Keighley’s Sir Captain Tom Moore’s GQ cover.
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MP takes fight against Incinerator to Parliament
Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has taken the ongoing fight against the Keighley Incinerator to Parliament.
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Northern to launch lockdown timetables
Rail operator Northern is introducing reduced train timetables from Monday.
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'Spark' kickstarts Chain Reactions Art Project
Ilkley Literature Festival Fringe have launched Chain Reactions – a collaborative, cross-artform digital project.
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Online event to encourage greener future for Craven
Businesses, community groups and organisations who are interested in working towards a greener future for Craven are being invited to an online event on Thursday January 21.
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Charity offers to repurpose unwanted digital devices
Climate Action Ilkley is working with Digital Access West Yorkshire (DAWY) by collecting unwanted tech for wiping and redistribution to those who’ll benefit instantly from digital access.
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Stay local for exercise during lockdown say police
We're being urged to not travel out of our local area for daily exercise during the latest coronavirus lockdown.
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Warning as majority of Bradford district Covid cases are new strain
Residents across Ilkley and Keighley are being urged to take extra steps to minimise the risk of the spread of coronavirus as figures show up to 70% of local cases are from the new strain.
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Vaccination scam warning
People in the Aire and Wharfe valleys are being warned about cyber criminals piggy-backing on the NHS roll out of the Covid-19 vaccination programme to try to steal from the vulnerable.
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Libraries maintain vital links during lockdown
North Yorkshire and Bradford Council residents can continue to borrow library books during the current Covid-19 lockdown through a click and collect service.
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Two Ilkley charities benefit from Christmas tree sales
Once again Mortens of Ilkley supported local charities with the sale of Christmas trees throughout December.
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Climate Action Ilkley to launch eCargo Bike project
Climate Action Ilkley is starting a community eCargo bike project with funding of over £17,500 from the Postcode Local Trust.
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Banish boredom with the U3A
With members in Ilkley, Wharfedale and Airedale, Ilkley & District U3A start 2021 with online talks and events covering topics such as Nostalgiafest, the solar system, an extraordinary family tree and Islamic architecture.
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New teams at Airedale offer personalised care to expectant mums
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust has introduced two new ‘Continuity of Carer’ teams, to deliver a more personalised service to new mums and their families.
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Keighley animal rescue calls for grant nominations as it turns 5
Furever Loved Small Animal Rescue celebrated its 5th anniversary on 1st January.
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LS29 group founder wins Care Volunteer Award
Karen Goodman, the founder and chair of Ilkley charity LS29 Special Needs Support Group, has been recognised in the Yorkshire Women Volunteer Awards 2020.
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Local people feature in New Year Honours list
Local scout leaders are among those named in the Queen's New Year's Honours list along with health professionals who live in our area and the Chairman of Keighley Cougars.
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Skipton and Craven move up to Tier 3
North Yorkshire is joining West Yorkshire as a Very High Alert Tier 3 area from midnight on Thursday 31st December 2020.
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No New Year plunge at Ilkley's White Wells
The new year tradition at White Wells can’t happen on Friday due to Coronavirus restrictions.
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Keighley to host official Yorkshire Day celebrations in 2022
Keighley has been invited by The Yorkshire Society to host the official Yorkshire Day civic celebration in 2022 (1st August).
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Manorlands charity Christmas tree collection service
The Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice Christmas Tree collection service returns for 2021.
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‘Give a Toy’ campaign aims to share happiness through toys
Bradford Council is launching a ‘Give a Toy’ campaign to bring joy to children from across all communities for the start of 2021.
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Keighley Towns Fund seeks residents views on project proposals
The Keighley Towns Fund initiative is seeking the views of Keighley and Worth Valley residents on the various projects which have been proposed by local stakeholders.
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Linley and Simpson buys Dacre, Son & Hartley lettings business
Linley and Simpson - which has branches in Ilkley and Skipton - has purchased the 600-home lettings portfolio from Dacre, Son & Hartley.
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Fast Covid-19 tests for people without symptoms now available in Keighley
People with no coronavirus symptoms can now have a lateral flow test in Keighley's Airedale Shopping Centre to find out within 30 minutes whether they have Covid-19.
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River Wharfe in Ilkley first to receive Bathing Water Status
DEFRA has today awarded a section of the River Wharfe in Ilkley with Bathing Water Status - the first in the UK.
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Airedale Hospital choir shares Christmas video
Staff from the Airedale NHS Foundation Trust have recorded a medley of Christmas carols and songs to help provide festive cheer to colleagues, patients and the local community.
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Keighley, Ilkley and Skipton cinemas receive government funding
Ilkley Cinema is getting more than £200k from the government's Culture Recovery Fund, while the Keighley Picture House receives £80k and Skipton Plaza £47k.
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Bradford Council carol service to be broadcast online
Residents are being invited to watch online as the Lord Mayor of the Bradford district attends this year's city carol service at Bradford Cathedral.
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When will my bin be emptied over Christmas?
Check out the changes to waste collections by Bradford Council and Craven District Council over the festive season.
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Explore Middleton Wood with new nature trail
A pop-up nature trail has been created in woodland near Ilkley to encourage people to explore and learn about their environment this Christmas.
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Council announces improvements to Skipton’s Jerry Croft
Craven District Council is making improvements to Skipton’s Jerry Croft, to address road safety concerns.
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Christmas Bubbles reduced to just one day
West Yorkshire remains in Tier 3 and North Yorkshire in Tier 2, after the government announcement that a third of England's population will move to a new higher Tier 4 set of restrictions.
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Council to host a 2nd live Covid Facebook Q&A
Residents of will once again get the chance to put questions to Bradford District's key decision makers and health experts about the COVID-19 response.
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Tree for Every Child – takes a step forward at Addingham Primary School
Bradford Council’s pledge to plant a tree for every child - 55,000 trees – over the next two years has taken a first step with new trees at Addingham Primary School.
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Upcycled Ashlands teddy bears for Airedale Hospital
Crafty Ilkley parents have been transforming unwanted school uniform into handmade teddy bears for a good cause.
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First local people receive their Covid vaccination
Patients across Craven and the Bradford district have been receiving the first local doses of the coronavirus vaccine.
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Airedale NHS Trust to get £1.6m for upgrade work
The Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is getting a share of £600m of government funding to refurbish hospitals, with 19 projects in the Trust being allocated cash.
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Cross Hills journalist launches ghostwriting firm for family stories
A former Craven Herald journalist has launched a new business to help people write and publish their own memoirs as a book.
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Police launch 'week of action' in Keighley
West Yorkshire Police have begun a week-long targeted operation to tackle organised crime, anti-social behaviour and dangerous driving in Keighley.
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Free fruit tree courses in Keighley & Ilkley to help residents be more self-sufficient
Bradford Council has teamed up with Fruit Works to provide monthly two and a half hour sessions which will start in January.
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Ilkley BID seeks new BID Manager
An exciting opportunity is available for someone to help shape the future of the economy in Ilkley.
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Charity overcomes Covid to bring Christmas cheer
Nearly ninety local residents enjoyed a surprise Christmas treat, when volunteers from a local charity delivered the presents of either a hamper or a potted plant to them in their homes.
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U3A's Christmas cracker of an event
A hundred members zoomed in throughout Ilkley, Wharfedale and Airedale as U3A held its Christmas Cracker concert last weekend.
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New manager for Ilkley Town Women’s team
Ilkley Town AFC are delighted to announce the appointment of Sam Holmshaw as new first team manager of Ilkley Town Women’s football team.
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Full Steam Ahead for £25m Keighley Town Investment Plan
It’s full steam ahead on the Town Investment Plan to transform Keighley’s economic growth prospects with help from the UK government’s Towns Fund.
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What would a cycle-friendly Ilkley look like?
Join a virtual meeting on Monday evening December 14th to find out.
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Have your say on Skipton Heritage Action Zone Cultural Programme
Craven District Council is inviting residents and businesses to have their say on new cultural and creative projects that could take place in Skipton over the next four years.
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MP awards Christmas Card competition winner
Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore launched his inaugural Christmas Card competition last month and has this week announced the winner, six-year-old Thomas Carpenter-Allum from Ilkley.
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Strong support for a single North Yorkshire unitary authority
NHS partners, the police, the fire and rescue service, business leaders, charities and union officials all back North Yorkshire’s bid to drive post-pandemic economic recovery via a single new council.
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Appeal launched as local man is left paralysed after bike accident
A fundraising appeal has been launched for an Addingham man who has been left with sever spinal injuries following a bike accident earlier this year.
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Covid vaccine to arrive in Bradford and Craven next week
NHS England, which is leading the roll-out of the vaccine, has confirmed that the first batches will reach Bradford and Craven on Monday.
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Skipton COVID testing site to open Saturday
A permanent Covid-19 local testing site is scheduled to open in Skipton on Saturday, 12 December, to support the ongoing expansion of Covid-19 testing.
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Lateral flow testing will make sure care homes have a COVID secure Christmas
Bradford Council welcomes the introduction of lateral flow testing equipment and training for care homes across the district to further reduce the risks from COVID-19.
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MPs anger at Incinerator decision
Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore and Shipley MP Philip Davies have today learnt that the Environment Agency will grant a permit to Endless Energy to operate the controversial proposed incinerator at Marley on the outskirts of Keighley.
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Northern to launch new train timetables
Northern, which run services on both the Airedale and Wharfedale lines, is calling on its customers to plan journeys carefully ahead of timetable changes from 14 December.
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Worth Valley rotary group lines up Manorlands penny appeal
The Rotary Club of Haworth and Worth Valley has launched its latest fundraising appeal - creating a virtual line of pennies from Haworth to Oxenhope.
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A Blue Plaque for The Rombalds Ilkley
Ilkley Civic Society’s blue plaque scheme has a new installation, The Rombalds on Wells Road is the 20th plaque.
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More to be done on flooding in North Yorkshire
A county council report says more work is needed to better prevent a repeat of the impact of storms at the start of 2020.
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Keighley & Ilkley MP to vote against new Covid tier plans
Robbie Moore has told Rombalds Radio he is voting against the government tonight for the first time since he became Keighley and Ilkley's MP a year ago.
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Keighley schools part of School Streets pilot scheme
Eastwood Primary and Holycroft Primary are 2 of 11 local schools taking part in a pilot scheme designed to encourage more sustainable and healthy travel for school children.
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Santa will be coming to town
Ilkley Round Table have confirmed their popular Santa Float will be bringing festive cheer this year but with a number of covid changes.
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Skipton library to reopen after lockdown
Library-goers will be welcomed back into Skipton library on Wednesday.
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Get creative outdoors to win a day at Nell Bank in Ilkley
School and families are being encouraged to get creative outdoors this Christmas with a day at the Nell Bank Outdoor Education Centre up for grabs.
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Skipton's full market to return from Wednesday
As lockdown ends and Skipton moves into Tier 2 covid restrictions the full market will resume.
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Views sought on plans for A629 crossing at Steeton
Local residents are being encouraged to take part in a consultation that will help determine what type of crossing to introduce across the bypass between Silsden and Steeton.
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Former Keighley & Ilkley police officer speaks out about PTSD
A West Yorkshire police officer who retired from the force due to ill health and work-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder has written a book about the ups and downs of policing.
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Covid: Skipton in Tier 2, Keighley and Ilkley in Tier 3
The government has confirmed that the Bradford district will be in Tier 3 of the new Coronavirus restrictions from 2nd December, meaning hospitality venues will not be able to open except for takeaways.
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Skipton Artisan Market launches online shopping
Skipton's regular Artisan Market has launched a website so that people can buy products from the traders at any time.
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Ilkley group decorates tree orange to highlight UN anti-violence day
Ilkley Soroptimists have decorated a tree in the town's main car park orange as part of the United Nations' day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
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Skipton named happiest place to live in the North
Skipton has been placed second in a national study to find the happiest place to live in Great Britain, behind St Ives in Cornwall.
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Ilkley Grammar School consults on catchment expansion
A consultation will seek views on a proposed slight expansion in Menston of the Priority 2 catchment area for admissions from September 2022.
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New recycled benches installed in Keighley
Benches made from fully recycled materials were installed in the Town Hall Square last week.
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Elves to help you Discover Ilkley at Christmas
After an exceptionally challenging year for local businesses, Ilkley BID are engaging the help of Christmas Elves to bring some much-needed cheer to the town and encourage residents to shop local this year.
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Airedale staff shortlisted in NHS parliamentary awards
A group of doctors and nurses from the Airedale Hospital have been shortlisted for an NHS Parliamentary Award after being nominated by local MP Robbie Moore.
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Post-lockdown tiers to be announced on Thursday
Local residents in the Aire and Wharfe Valleys will find out on Thursday this week which new coronavirus rules will apply from 2nd December.
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Local charity chosen to launch major pandemic project
Ilkley and District Good Neighbours has been selected to operate a project which will find out how people in the Wharfedale area are coping with the Covid virus.
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Ilkley Christmas lights switched on via online video
A video commissioned by Ilkley Town Council has been released in place of the usual switch-on event for the town's Christmas lights.
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Skipton pub offers free Christmas lunch for veterans
The Royal Shepherd in Skipton is offering a completely free lunch for any former armed services personnel and war veterans when it reopens next month.
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Ilkley indies Christmas guide launched
An online ebook has been launched to showcase Christmas gift ideas from Ilkley's independent retailers.
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Kex Gill realignment scheme takes a step forward
County councillors are being asked to pledge extra funding for the realignment of the A59 Harrogate to Skipton road at Kex Gill, if the cost exceeds the Government’s grant.
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Ilkley's first well-being magazine launches in December and Skipton in 2021
Velvaere has a simple mission, to bring people and communities together through well-being.
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Airedale Hospital welcomes cash for digital prescribing
Airedale NHS Foundation has been allocated more than half a million pounds of government funding to introduce electronic prescriptions.
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Keighley Cougars raises over £3k from NHS shirt sales
Local rugby league club Keighley Cougars has raised £3,446 for the Airedale Hospital Charity by selling special edition jerseys.
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Skipton offers All Things Bright and Beautiful for Christmas
Businesses in Skipton are hoping to entice festive shoppers to the town this year with lights, painted shop windows, mulled wine stalls and a scavenger hunt.
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Keighley singer-songwriter talks about viral video success
22 year old Sam Clegg has been talking to Rombalds Radio about the surprise of his 'alternative' Christmas advert receiving more than 2.5m views on YouTube.
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Residents invited to join in with Ilkley's Christmas virtual switch-on
Ilkley Town Council is calling on residents to share their own home switch-on via social media on 21 November.
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Skipton to get walk-in Covid testing centre
North Yorkshire County Council has announced the roll-out of permanent coronavirus testing facilities, with Skipton's due to open in the coming weeks.
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Growing Keighley business moves to new premises
Poundtoy is an online supplier of children’s toys at discount rates and the firm has recently moved to a new Keighley warehouse as the business continues to grow.
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No Need to Speed theme for Road Safety Week
Schools across the district are encouraged to get involved in Road Safety Week (16-22 Nov), coordinated by Brake, the road safety charity.
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Peter Sutcliffe dies in hospital aged 74
The serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper who attacked and killed women in West Yorkshire in the 1970s and 80s has died.
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Five arrested in connection with a shooting in Keighley
Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a firearms discharge in Keighley on Tuesday.
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Cliffe Castle is a champion for bees
Keighley's Cliffe Castle Museum and Park has been officially recognised as a pollinator-friendly site for bees.
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Keighley singer-songwriter goes viral with charity single
A young singer-songwriter from Keighley has hit the national headlines and had more than 1.8 million YouTube views of his charity song, Don't Let Me Go.
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Bradford district to get 10,000 quick Covid tests a week
Lateral flow tests which provide results in under 30 minutes could be used to enable care home visits and quickly isolate coronavirus outbreaks in schools in Ilkley and Keighley.
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Help celebrate Skipton Town Hall's spring reopening by making bunting
Craven residents are being invited to an online workshop to help celebrate the reopening of Skipton Town Hall by making bunting for the first exhibition.
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Ilkley BID urges the community to shop local during lockdown and Christmas buildup
Ilkley BID have launched two new trails on the LoyalFree town centre app and Westbrook Agency has set up the #Ilkleyisopen campaign.
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East and West model approved by Craven District Council
Craven District Council approves submission of East & West model for local government reorganisation.
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Ilkley, Skipton and Keighley libraries remain open
Libraries are still open – with some changes
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Skipton's Santa Fun Run goes virtual for 2020
Skipton won't see 2,000 Santas running around town this year - but local people are being encouraged to take part in their own 5k run, walk or cycle on 12th and 13th December.
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Help create a Winter Wonderland at Manor House
Though Ilkley Manor House is closed to the public for the rest of the year they are keen to find ways of everyone still enjoying the space even if it is only from the outside.
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Residents invited to Ilkley's virtual act of remembrance
Ilkley Town Council has joined with Rombalds Radio for a virtual remembrance service on Sunday both online and on air.
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Tributes to Ilkley man as he celebrates 20 Years of charity work
An Ilkley man is celebrating his 20th anniversary working with local charity Good Neighbours.
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England lockdown - what are the rules?
Residents across the Aire and Wharfe Valleys are now subject to national coronavirus restrictions until 2nd December - find out what you can and can't do.
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Made with Music launch songs from Ilkley Manor House for LS29 Group
Charity Made with Music is launching the first of four pieces of music recorded ‘as live’ in Ilkley Manor House.
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Bolton Abbey Estate to stay open through lockdown
Popular local visitor attraction Bolton Abbey has announced that it will remain open when new national coronavirus restrictions come into place from tomorrow (Thursday).
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Residents in the Bradford district invited to a Q&A with key council decision makers
Keighley and Ilkley residents will get the chance to ask questions next week to the Council's key decision makers about the district’s COVID-19 response.
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Virtual Firework Night show to air this Thursday
Rombalds Radio has teamed up with The Hive in Silsden and local firework company Optimum Fireworks to put a virtual firework show online this week.
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Pioneering fostering project wins UK charity award
Fostered children and young people in North Yorkshire are now benefiting from an award-winning fostering programme.
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Ilkley Civic Society award presented to All Saints Church
Ilkley Civic Society announced its annual Design & Conservation Awards winners in March but has been unable to hold a formal presentation of certificates to all the winners.
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Ilkley Pool won't reopen until spring 2021
Ilkley Pool won't reopen until spring 2021 after investigations found some extensive repair work is required to make the pool safe.
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Tier 3 plans for West Yorkshire scrapped ahead of lockdown
Ilkley and Keighley won't now be moving into the Tier 3 'Very High' Covid Alert level this week as previously planned.
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Skipton Manorlands group launch Yorkshire photography competition
Keen photographers across Airedale and Wharfedale are being invited to enter their best images into a photography competition which will raise vital funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice in Oxenhope.
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Wharfedale resident fulfils long held ambition to write a book
Robin Snook has made the most of the extra time he had during lockdown by achieving a long held goal, to write a book about great sporting events he attended.
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Bradford District move to highest Covid-19 restrictions on Monday
The whole of West Yorkshire is to be placed under the 'Very High' (Tier 3) level of Covid restrictions from Monday.
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Skipton High Street will remain pedestrian-only on market days in 2020
Craven District Council, Skipton Town Council and Skipton BID have confirmed that Skipton High Street will remain closed to traffic on market days until the end of December 2020.
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Statement From Bradford Council Leader on Tier 3 discussions
The leader of Bradford Council, Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, says it is clear from their conversations so far that Government are unflinching in their resolve to put Bradford and West Yorkshire into Tier 3.
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Keighley celebrates Apple Day
Cliffe Castle celebrated it’s first Apple Day last year and will again in 2020 but differently due to Covid-19.
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Ilkley Market to re-open on The Grove
Ilkley will soon see a revival of a weekly market each Saturday in a new prestigious location of The Grove.
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Airedale Hospital cancels overnight stays for surgery
Elective surgical procedures that require an overnight stay at Airedale Hospital have been postponed with immediate effect because of the high demand on the hospital.
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Community-run Halloween trail to replace trick or treating
With trick or treating unable to take place this year, an alternative has been organised for Ben Rhydding residents.
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£10m upgrade to A650 in Keighley completed
After 18 months, work has finally finished on expanding a section of the A650 through Keighley.
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Road safety improved outside Ilkley Grammar School
Bradford Council has installed a new pedestrian crossing complete with an anti-skid high grip surface and safety rails on Cowpasture Road outside Ilkley Grammar School.
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The Hive in Silsden runs firework art competition
Silsden's charity-run community centre The Hive has organised a firework-themed art competition for children of all ages, and adults too!
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Bradford Council pledge £20,000 towards free meals
Bradford Council has announced plans to help feed 1000s of disadvantaged children during the half-term school holiday in Keighley, Ilkley and the Bradford District.
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Keighley and Skipton cinemas announce reopening plans
Keighley's Picture House and Skipton Plaza have both confirmed they will reopen on Friday 30th October after 7 months of being closed.
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Residents are being encouraged to mark Remembrance Sunday in a safe way
Restrictions in place because of Covid-19 mean that events will need to be different this year.
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Video: Prince Charles congratulates Airedale Hospital on 50th anniversary
The Prince of Wales has recorded a special video message for staff at Airedale Hospital as it marks its 50th birthday year.
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Free online yoga ‘stretch with stories’ sessions for parents and pre-walkers
Bradford Library Service is offering the programme of yoga sessions for parents and carers as part of Bradford Baby Week from 9 November.
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'Wharfey Angels' set 5,000 mile target for charity running
A group of local female fell runners are taking on a fundraising challenge by running a collective 5,000 miles.
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New digital heritage trail brings Skipton’s past to life
Skipton library will next Monday launch a new digital heritage trail to bring the town’s past to life by using modern technology and historic photographs.
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Win with the Ilkley BID Halloween Trail
An interactive Halloween trail has launched around Ilkley town centre until 1st November with prizes from many local businesses.
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Skipton students offer free Halloween make-up workshop
Two degree students from Craven College are offering the chance to learn theatrical make-up tricks on 31st October in an online Halloween workshop.
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New conservation area proposed for Glusburn
Craven District Council is proposing to create a new conservation area in the village of Glusburn as part of a planning consultation.
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No Trick or Treating where Tier 2 Covid restrictions in place
The advice has been brought in by the Government in areas, including the Bradford district, where Tier Two lockdown status is in place.
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Get fit, save money and help the environment on the way to work
Businesses and workers in North Yorkshire are being offered help to get fitter, save time and money.
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Local venues nominated for regional tourism awards
Skipton Boat Trips, the Rendezvous Hotel and Keighley & Worth Valley Railway are among the attractions and venues shortlisted in this year's White Rose Awards.
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East Riddlesden Hall reopening plans
The National Trust has announced plans to reopen East Riddlesden Hall near Keighley in November.
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Appeal following theft of E-bikes near Skipton
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about a theft of two high-value E-bikes from the rear of a vehicle in Kilnsey.
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Green Flag Awards for local parks
Both Ilkley's Darwin Gardens Millennium Green and Cliffe Castle Park in Keighley have been awarded.
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Airedale Hospital surgeons launch first NHS one-stop clinic for shoulder pain
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust have this week launched the first NHS ‘one-stop’ upper limb clinic.
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Survey asks for views on Ilkley's Riverside parks and playground
A new survey is asking the community to share their thoughts on the Ilkley playground and the Riverside Parks.
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Children encouraged to love spiders at Cliffe Castle & Online
Love Spiders is the theme of Bradford Museums’ family activities this half term.
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Ilkley BID Voluntary Membership to benefit more LS29 businesses
An increased interest from local businesses has prompted Ilkley BID to offer a voluntary membership scheme to LS29 businesses who previously were not eligible due to their size or location.
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Bradford district at 'high' Covid Alert while North Yorkshire at 'medium'
The Ilkley and Keighley areas have been placed in the Tier 2 'High' alert for coronavirus restrictions, while Skipton is at the lowest 'Medium' level.
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Keighley district projects get Covid funding boost
The Bronte Society, Jam on Top and the Thought Bubble Festival are sharing funding of around £230,000 from the government's Culture Recovery Fund.
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Skipton Town Hall gets £66k government grant to help it reopen
Craven District Council has been awarded £66,099 from the government's Culture Recovery Fund to enable Skipton Town Hall to reopen in a Covid-secure way next Spring.
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Award winning Ilkley writer celebrates 10th anniversary with new book
Alan Reynolds is celebrating this literary anniversary with the publication of a new novel, Trent Island.
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Local author publishes two children’s books for charity
Alison Wainwright has put this year’s Covid lockdowns to good use by publishing two books and is donating all her royalties to two charities with Yorkshire connections.
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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway receives £231k grant
The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway has made a successful application to the government for financial help with its running costs through until next March.
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Researchers want to know what does Ilkley Moor mean to you
Share your views on Ilkley Moor’s Peatland Heritage with researchers at the University of Bradford.
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Bonfire and fireworks events cancelled across Bradford district
Police and fire officers from across the area are asking people not to hold unofficial firework events this year.
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Skipton school benefits from community initiative
Dale Eddison have partnered with Greatwood Primary School in Skipton and has funded the purchase of sports vests.
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Light installations will brighten up Keighley and Ilkley
A winter arts exhibition is being planned across the Bradford district with grants available.
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Ilkley Literature Festival reveals free digital weekend programme
Ilkley Literature Festival has announced the programme of its first ever digital events weekend, 23-25 October.
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Ilkley Grammar School students publish Anti-Bullying book
Students at IGS have published an anti-bullying book with help from the Ilkley Literature Festival.
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Public opinion wanted on local restrictions
MP Robbie Moore has launched a public survey seeking his constituents’ views on localised lockdown in the Keighley and Ilkley constituency.
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Face covering competition launched for under 18s
Bradford’s Young COVID Ambassadors have launched a competition across the district to encourage young people to design their own face coverings.
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The Principle Trust launches #Mission26
Local children’s charity The Principle Trust is launching Mission 26, which aims to get 26 organisations to help raise £26k through fun fundraising.
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Ilkley charity receives donation from Freemasons
Ilkley and District Good Neighbours has been given a donation by the Yorkshire West Riding Freemasonry sponsored by Olicana Lodge.
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Skipton's Plaza Cinema plans reopening in coming weeks
The Plaza Cinema in Skipton has confirmed that it is working on plans to reopen again after almost 7 months.
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Share your views on Skipton junction layout experiment
NYCC would like your views on the new layout of The Bailey/A65 junction in Skipton.
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Cliffe Castle Museum in Keighley reopens
Under part of Bradford Council's plans to reopen its museums and galleries, Cliffe Castle will be open 4 days a week from today.
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Keighley Library open again for limited services
Local people can now access computer facilities and research collections at Keighley Library as part of a phased reopening.
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Library service launches new app
North Yorkshire’s library service has launched an app to help customers to access library resources anytime, anywhere.
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Record Rotary recycling day
The Rotary Club of Ilkley Wharfedale held its 7th Annual Recycle Event in Ilkley on Saturday 26 September.
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Volunteers transform Ilkley's riverside parks
The Friends of Ilkley Riverside Parks (FOIRP) have had a busy summer of toil and achievement in Ilkley’s Riverside Parks.
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Keighley independents campaign ends with a bang
13 winners shared the £8000 prize fund by shopping with Keighley's independents
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New measures to improve safety and social distancing in Skipton
Craven District Council is installing new signs in High Streets including Skipton and Cross Hills to improve social distancing and help shoppers and businesses feel safe.
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Covid friendly Pumpkin Trail launched
A sweet and spooky pumpkin trail will help families across the Aire and Wharfe Valleys to celebrate Halloween.
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TSB to close Ilkley branch
TSB on Brook Street in Ilkley will close in 2021 following the Skipton branch which closed earlier this year.
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Myth busting Coronavirus campaign launched
A new campaign sheds light on how the virus has affected real residents of the Bradford District.
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Increase in bicycle thefts across the Aire & Wharfe Valleys
Police are reminding residents about bike security following an increase in thefts recently.
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Winter gritting service becomes more efficient and cost-effective
A more efficient winter gritting service in North Yorkshire has been agreed, resulting in significant savings without compromising on safety.
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Locally-filmed Say Your Prayers released on-demand
A new comedy film shot mainly in Ilkley starring Derek Jacobi and Roger Allam has been released this week.
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Help on standby as Ilkley coronavirus cases rise
Ilkley's Coronavirus Response Group says it is ready to help the local community again if a second wave of the virus hits the town badly.
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Parking charges to be reintroduced at Airedale Hospital
Parking charges at Airedale Hospital are being reintroduced for patients and visitors from 5 October.
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Discover Ilkley campaign receives funding from Town Council
Ilkley BID are delighted to have received £8000 from Ilkley Town Council to help fund the next phase of the Discover Ilkley project.
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Online events and activities planned for Libraries Week
Between 5-10 October, Libraries Week 2020 will be celebrated with a huge programme of free online events and activities, plus competitions, quizzes and book reviews.
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£750,000 government funding for projects to improve Keighley
Keighley and Ilkley constituency is set to benefit from an additional £750,000 of funding for improvement projects thanks to a government investment.
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Skipton and Keighley Parkrun events won't resume as planned
Plans to resume Parkrun events in Skipton and Keighley from the end of October have been postponed following the latest government announcements on coronavirus.
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No Christmas Markets and lights switch-on for Skipton
Skipton will have a Christmas tree and lights this year - but the lights-switch on event and the town's Christmas Markets have been cancelled because of the pandemic.
Today's weather
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Skipton
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Ilkley
Heavy snow
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Keighley
Heavy snow
High: 5°C | Low: -1°C