A Skipton based manufacturer of springs and wireforms for a multitude of markets is taking on the world. John Binns and Son (Springs) Ltd in the Airedale Business Centre, Keighley Road, has invested in both new machinery and three new members of
Skipton woman Lisa Aldridge was so impressed at the thought of cancer support group Bosom Friends opening a branch in her home town that she has pledged to raise funds by running the 2014 Edinburgh Marathon. Lisa, 43, took up running seriously
Lothersdale is back on the map. Resident Malcolm Willetts has just finished updating the village map to include name changes to properties, properties built since the original map was produced in 2007 and properties soon to be built in the village
Skipton Library will hold its fourth heritage fair on Tuesday. Running from 10am to 3pm, it will offer the opportunity for people to explore their family history and the history of the local area. Previous fairs have attracted visitors from all
A group of South Craven men who posed naked for a charity calendar were invited to a party to launch Movember in the UK’s third largest city. Regulars at the Slaters Arms, Bradley, launched their calendar to raise money for Movember, a men’s health
Train operator Northern Rail has introduced its annual winter Dales Railcard offer. It allows Dales Railcard holders to travel on the Leeds-Settle-Carlisle route and the Leeds-Morecambe line for a day return of £8. During the offer up to four
Skipton barbers AJ’s have expanded to open a new shop in Silsden. Just over nine years ago, Alvin Dennis and Julie Woodham took the plunge and decided, after many years of working for other people, to open their own business in Skipton (opposite
A new health and social care watchdog is launching an event in Skipton this month. Healthwatch North Yorkshire is holding a Craven event on Tuesday, November 19, at Belle Vue Mills. The day will consist of two sessions, one from 10am to noon
A revived ancient idea in healthy eating is to be unveiled at an all day workshop in Skipton next Sunday, November 17. The Living Food workshop will aim to show people the many benefits of eating enzyme-rich uncooked foods. It has been organised
The annual Gargrave Autumn Art and Crafts Exhibition has raised more than £1,000 for local charities. Featuring a variety of artwork and handicrafts including paintings, drawings, jewellery, accessories and knitted products, the four-day event
Bolton Abbey’s mince pie bazaar will return later this month. It is held annually to raise money for various charities and this year will take place in the village hall on Saturday, November 30, from noon to 3pm. Charities are invited to take
