North Yorkshire Council2 hrs agoApproval for plans to charge firms for roadworksThe council says firms will be charged up to £2,500 a day for work on busy roads during peak times.2 hrs ago1 day agoDecision on village gas drilling plans postponedThe government is asking that no decision is made while the housing secretary looks at the proposal.1 day ago2 days agoRoadworks hole puts historic pub at risk - ownersThe owners of The Black Swan in Pickering say water is leaking into the basement after council work.2 days ago3 days agoCouncil proposes two-tier leisure membership feesThe new prices would see people in Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon pay more than other users.3 days ago3 days agoCharges for all public loos under new council planPrices to spend a penny could rise to 50p as the authority tries to tackle a recurring cash gap.3 days ago21 Jan 2026'All fostered children need is the basics in life'Margaret and Tim Metcalfe discuss their experiences of giving children in need somewhere safe to live. 21 Jan 202621 Jan 2026Remote community 'terrified' over school transportNorth Yorkshire Council introduces a money-saving plan, but rural families say it is unsafe.21 Jan 202614 Jan 2026North Yorkshire Council plan to raise tax by 4.99%Council leader Carl Les says the increase is necessary to plug funding gaps.14 Jan 202612 Jan 2026Asbestos discovery leads to pool repair delaysRichmond Swimming Pool shut in April after the partial collapse of a ceiling.12 Jan 2026...