The Wensleydale Railway has just appointed its first female train driver
Long-term volunteer Sue Threadgold, from Harrogate in North Yorkshire, has recently passed her driver training and is now qualified to drive the railway's class 142 and class 143 diesel multiple unit passenger trains.
Sue has been a volunteer with the railway for some years , becoming their first female train guard in 2018. They now have three female guards.
Congratulations Sue!
Custodians of the Soil: Beautiful images of nature-friendly farmers
An exhibition celebrating the people who produce food while also looking after nature is being held at venues across Swaledale
Go Cuckoo in Austwick this Bank Holiday
The Austwick Street Market and Cuckoo Festival started over 45 years ago and is run every year by volunteers in the village to raise money for two main village facilities - the Playing Fields and Parish Hall.
Celebrity guests at this year's Great Yorkshire Show announced
This year’s farming celebrities and influencers have been announced as plans are underway for the 165th Great Yorkshire Show.
Labour sweeps to victory in mayoral election
Businessman David Skaith has pledged to “bring York and North Yorkshire together to grow as one” after sweeping to victory as the first mayor of a traditionally Conservative-dominated region.
Work well underway at Kex Gill
A monster crane is in place to help stabilise the road, as repair work continues.
How to vote in Thursday’s mayoral election
Polling stations across Harrogate/Craven open tomorrow where residents will choose the first-ever mayor of York and North Yorkshire.
Craven Museum shortlisted for the world’s largest museum prize.
Craven Museum at Skipton Town Hall has been announced as one of five finalists for Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024, the world’s largest museum prize.
Bridge approved near waterfall despite visitor hotspot concerns
A new multi-user bridge to increase access for horse riders, disabled and children near England’s highest cascade waterfall has been approved amid warnings the area was already overwhelmed by visitors.
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