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Leeds United players Brenden Aaronson and Rasmus Kristensen, who are currently on loan at Union Berlin and A.S. Roma, are to appear before Harrogate Magistrates Court charged with alleged speeding offences

Two Leeds United players charged with alleged speeding offences in Harrogate

We take a look at 25 unique businesses that are currently for sale across the Harrogate district

IN PICTURES: 25 businesses that are for sale across the Harrogate district

This exquisite property just outside Harrogate has eight bedrooms, five bathrooms, and four reception rooms.

Exquisite property has the 'wow factor' with indoor pool near Harrogate

The council is prepared to compulsory purchase land as a “last resort” so the 4,000 home Maltkiln settlement can be built

Council threatens compulsory purchase to rescue 4,000-home Maltkiln scheme

North Yorkshire Police is searching for Grace, 16, and Leah, 14, who have gone missing from Harrogate

Police searching for two teenage girls from Harrogate last seen heading to Leeds

Harrogate Town have issued a statement after a flare was thrown during their FA Cup match against Bolton Wanderers

Harrogate Town AFC issue statement after flare thrown during match at Bolton

An restaurant in Harrogate has been given a five out of five food hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency

Harrogate Italian restaurant handed five out of five food hygiene rating

St Cuthbert's Church, Pateley Bridge, is hosting several festive events in the run-up to Christmas

Neighbourhood news: Your round-up of what's going on in the district this week

As past of Yorkshire Water’s commitment to improve water quality in the River Nidd, a £19m investment into water treatment works has begun in Killinghall in Harrogate. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate rivals clash over Nidd pollution as Yorkshire Water unveils £19m plans

Harrogate Town

George Thomson in action for Harrogate Town during Saturday's 5-1 FA Cup defeat at Bolton Wanderers. Pictures: Matt Kirkham

George Thomson the only Town player to emerge with credit from FA Cup mauling

Harrogate Town suffered a 5-1 defeat at Bolton Wanderers in the FA Cup second round. Pictures: Matt Kirkham

Bolton Wanderers 5 Harrogate Town 1: Sulphurites' defending an 'embarrassment'

Jack Muldoon in action during Harrogate Town's 2-2 draw against Wrexham on Tuesday evening. Pictures: Matt Kirkham

Bolton Wanderers v Harrogate Town: Sulphurites face toughest FA Cup test

Dean Cornelius slots home Harrogate Town's first goal during Tuesday night's 2-2 draw at home to Wrexham. Pictures: Matt Kirkham

Town's stirring performance against Wrexham left Simon Weaver 'feeling good'

Harrogate Town celebrate after drawing level early in the second half of Tuesday evening's 2-2 home draw against Wrexham. Pictures: Matt Kirkham

Harrogate Town 2 Wrexham 2: Rousing fightback earns Sulphurites a point

Luca Bolino in action during Harrogate Railway's 2-1 NCEL Division One success at Nostell Miners Welfare. Pictures: Scott Merrylees

Finding different ways to win is proof of in-form Harrogate Railway's evolution

Jack Muldoon on the attack for Harrogate Town during Saturday's League Two loss at Crawley. Pictures: Matt Kirkham

Town would have got a result at Crawley had they showed more composure - Muldoon

Sport

Max Sharp touches down late in the first half to register Harrogate Pythons' only try during Saturday's Yorkshire One loss at Keighley. Pictures: Julian Tatlow

Harrogate Pythons continue to be hampered by inability to field a settled side

Wetherby Racecourse holds its popular Christmas Jumper meeting this weekend. Picture: Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images

Turf Talk: East Street can be Wetherby Racecourse's best Christmas jumper

Pictured: Guests at The Royal Yachting Association Volunteer Awards 2023.

Ripon and the Yorkshire Dales Sailing Club recognised by HRH The Princess Royal

Oakdale GC captain Paul Dutton, left, the club's Golfer of the Year Mark Hudson, centre, and Howard Clark. Picture: Submitted

Golf round-up: The latest news from Harrogate & district's courses

The new look Myrings Stand at Harrogate Town's EnviroVent Stadium which opened in time for the match against Wrexham. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate Town put Ryan Reynold’s team in their place with brilliant fightback

Newbury Racecourse host the Coral Gold Cup this weekend. Picture: Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images

Turf Talk: Mahler Mission could buck trend for Irish Horses in the 'Hennessy'

Alfie Willis in action during Harrogate Hockey Club Men's 1st XI 's home showdown with Durham University 3rds. Pictures: Gerard Binks

Harrogate Hockey Club Men's and Ladies 1st XIs continue to struggle

What's On

The Staveley Arms, located just outside Ripon, has asked the public to nominate a charity partner for 2024.

The Staveley Arms calls on residents to nominate Ripon pub charity partner 2024

BBC's legendary man of nature and survival comes to Ripon

TV presenter, author and survival expert Ray Mears to star at Ripon event

Around 40 children from Ripley Endowed Church of England Primary School will be performing Christmas Carols at th free Christmas Market at Ripley Castle. (Picture contributed)

Free Christmas Market is back this weekend at historic Ripley Castle

Lifestyle

We take a look at 22 fantastic photos as the Christmas Fayre gets underway in Harrogate

IN PICTURES: 22 photos as the Christmas Fayre gets underway in Harrogate

Festive treat - Weetons, one of Harrogate's most famous food halls, has unveiled its much-anticipated Christmas window display. (Picture contributed)

Famous Harrogate shop unveils amazing Christmas window display with Narnia theme

Inspirational - 21-year-old Chloe McEwan overcame her own mental health issues to win the Miss Yorkshire title earlier this year. (Picture contributed)

Brave Harrogate Chloe's 'mission to inspire’ in Miss England final

The Northside BIG Winter Van Sale includes two free service for any new or used Mercedes-Benz van purchased in December 2023

Ad Feature TWO FREE SERVICES: Northside BIG Winter Van Sale special offer

More Lifestyle

An employee at Jennyfield Fisheries has been shortlisted for an award at the National Fish and Chip Awards

Employee at Harrogate fish and chip shop shortlisted for national award

Pictured: Kendall's Farm Butchers with the young champion handlers and their prime homebred lambs.

Kendall's Farm Butchers ‘delighted’ to buy lamb reared by young champions

Treat yourself to some festive fayre.

Review: Brewers Fayre and Beefeater serving up great Christmas dishes

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

UK Trending

Jools Holland will return to BBC Two for his Annual Hootenanny 2023.

How to watch Jools Holland’s Annual Hootenanny 2023 and full line-up

Fancy watching something a little different this Christmas? Look no further.

Christmas Day 2023 - Alternative watch guide

These to 'new' Christmas traditions are slowly pushing old ones out

British Gas electricity customers can claim half price electricity on Christmas Day.

British Gas offers half price electricity on Christmas Day

Retailer calls on psychic to aid customers find the perfect gifts

Check out the full Christmas Day schedules across main channels.

Christmas Day 2023 TV schedules - soaps, movies, and specials

Must Read

Picture of failure number 1 - The £11.2m Gateway project changes no longer happening on Station Parade in Harrogate as marked with a "X" by Harrogate District Cycling Action. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate cycling campaigners slam Gateway U-turn as victory for cars

Record £1 million payout by Yorkshire Water - In 2016 the Environment Agency received a report of pollution in Harrogate’s Hookstone Beck. (Picture contributed)

Revealed: Yorkshire Water’s £1m payout after Harrogate pollution incident

Tom Gordon, Liberal Democrat parliament candidate for Harrogate & Knaresborough, said: “I’m really grateful to Ed Davey for raising the issue of Harrogate Hospital in Prime Minister's Questions."

Harrogate Lib Dem candidate gets hospital 'crumbling concrete' issue to PMQs