The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority is celebrating its 60th birthday this year. Julia Murfin spoke to Phil Richards about what it’s like to be a modern day ranger in the Dales Iconic limestone crags, lush dales and heather moorland; a much-loved
Preparations are already under way for the popular Skipton Horse Trials. Last year’s event was a huge success and organisers are hoping for more of the same. Lesley Tate looks at what people can expect from the two events. With what has been one
Ten years ago, Craven welcomed back the Prince of Wales, who was on his fourth trip to the area in as many years. Here we look back on the visit. Prince Charles arrived at Skipton Railway Station sporting a cut nose and two sticking plasters on
Skipton and Craven Action for Disability is facing a dilemma. It operates a Dial-A-Ride service to promote the welfare of people with disabilities. But its seven minibuses can’t cope with increased demand following the demise of the Little Red
Work has started on a £400,000 refurbishment of Airedale Hospital’s pathology department. The scheme, to produce extra space to deal with a soaring workload, is being carried out in several phases and should be complete by August. The new layout
A Horton-in-Craven woman has been named Employee of the Year out of 1,400 workers at one of the area’s top organisations. Bev Petrossian, leadership and learning manager at Skipton Building Society, received the accolade at the society’s annual
Two friends from Pendle will be sleeping rough in Barnoldswick to highlight the plight of homeless people. Seventeen-year-old Lyle Davy, of Barnoldswick, and his friend, Paul White, a Pendle councillor, will be joined by a team of people who will
A race night at Silsden raised £402 in support of a multiple sclerosis sufferer who is taking part in the London Marathon. Fifty people packed into the function room at the King’s Arms, which had been given for free. The proceeds will go to
Residents in a Cross Hills care home were transported to India for a taste of traditional cuisine. Anchor’s Townend Close in Victoria Road opened its doors and invited the local community to join in a two-course authentic Indian meal. The dining
Pupils from Aireville School, Skipton, visited Krakow as part of its annual programme of residential trips. The trip was a special opportunity for 25 year 11 students to visit various areas of historic importance, including the Salt Mines, Auschwitz
Ingleton Library is hosting a series of creative workshops as part of an Arts Council England-funded project to put artists into libraries to work with communities. The aim is to widen participation in artistic activity, raise the profile of libraries
Community groups across the Craven ward of Bradford Council are being invited to apply for cash help. Grants of up to £500 are on offer under the new Connecting Communities scheme. Bids should be from two or more organisations wanting to carry
Cononley Parish Council has objected to outline plans to build 15 new homes in the village. Farmer John Teal is seeking permission to build a mix of 15 two-storey terraced and detached houses on a field at Meadow Lane. The proposed development
Learning took on a Scottish flavour for pupils at Eastburn Junior and Infant School. Making porridge, weaving tartans and producing Loch Ness monsters were among the highlights of a special day of activities for Year Two youngsters. They also
