Further details have been announced for traffic arrangements during renovation and remedial work on the historic Thornton Bridge over the River Swale between Brafferton and Cundall. Read more
Man banned from running food business after joint investigation

A Bedale man has been banned from running a food business for the next 20 years after pleading guilty to animal welfare offences as a result of a joint prosecution by North Yorkshire County Council and Hambleton District Council. Read more
New look Ripon Market launched as part of Love Your Local Market 2015
Kirkby Fleetham and East Cowton C of E primaries to federate
Plant Heritage events during National Gardening Week – 6 talks, 3 open days, 3 plant fairs, 1 visit and the national AGM
Leading garden plant conservation charity, Plant Heritage is expecting a busy week during National Gardening Week 13th – 19th April, with 6 talks, 3 National Plant Collection® open days, 3 plant fairs, 1 visit and the national AGM.
Writing About Art

Writing About Art: Readers’ Day at the Old Swan Hotel, Harrogate, Saturday 25th April 10.30am to 4.00pm
Literary event organized by the Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate
The Writing About Art: Readers’ Day is an opportunity to meet your favourite authors and like-minded readers. Hear about their most recent novels and to share your response to their work. Meet three inspiring writers, Esther Freud, Patrick Gale and Michèle Roberts to discuss the relationship between visual art and literature.
Knaresborough Castle Opens for 2015: Discover dungeons and secret tunnels…

Set in a stunning location towering over the River Nidd stands Knaresborough Castle, one of the North’s most impressive castles. The Castle, open to visitors from 25 March, was originally built 900 years ago. King John, Edward I and II lavished money to create this Royal Castle, which boasts a beautiful King’s Tower, dry moat and walls with 12 towers.