Motorists will be able to park in the Victoria car park on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays free of charge after 3pm. Electric buses will provide free travel on Sundays.
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Suzannah is a journalism graduate from Leeds Beckett University. The Stray Ferret is her first professional step into her journalism career. She has a particular interest in politics and current affairs.
Harrogate group fundraises for ‘life changing’ guide dogs
The Harrogate fundraising group for Guide Dogs is supporting a UK-wide fundraiser next month to support guide dog owners. Local guide dog owner, Kate Hammond, says her dog Sheba was a “life changer”.
Harrogate retailers wait for shopper numbers before opening late
The government has relaxed rules to allow shops to extend their opening hours, but local independents have said they will have to see if it is worth it. Harrogate shops say the profits have to match the additional costs.
All 285 year 11 pupils at Harrogate Grammar sent home due to covid
Families were informed yesterday after eight infections were confirmed. Year 11 pupils were preparing to take mock GCSEs this week and will now sit some of the exams at home.
Harrogate company delivers Downing Street Christmas tree
HACS Group staff took the tree, which was selected at a competition in Harrogate last month, from York to London. Prime Minister Boris Johnson hailed the 20 ft tree as the ‘first step to bringing us some festive cheer’.
Harrogate Mind walks 1932 miles for festive fundraising challenge
Staff and trustees from Harrogate Mind have challenged themselves to walk 1932 miles to raise funds for the charity and promote the benefits of exercise on your mental health.
Knaresborough to lose its last remaining bank next year
The Halifax bank on Market Square was the town’s final remaining bank. Halifax has said the branch is set to close in spring 2021.
Two women ‘brave the shave’ for Knaresborough school
The pair wanted to do their bit to support the school. The funds will go towards getting the school some new play equipment.
Harrogate Conservative Association criticised for £10,000 business grant
The local Conservative association’s decision has been met with criticism, the local Lib Dems said it was “inappropriate” to accept the money. The association insists it was necessary to cover areas such as rent and staff wages.
Harrogate catering companies fight to survive without Xmas parties
No work Christmas parties could spell disaster for Harrogate’s catering companies. Another busy season of events has seen cancellations as the district heads into tier two restrictions next week.
Harrogate charity offers internships to deaf community
The charity Artizan International is opening a cafe within its shop, on Oxford Street in Harrogate, next Spring. It will be offering internships to members of the deaf community to train them to work within the catering industry.
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Rare cabmen’s shelter returns to Ripon
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