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Visiting a petting farm can be a fun family day out.
As animals naturally carry bugs that can make people very ill, it's important to remember to wash hands with soap and warm water after touching any animals. Especially before eating or drinking.
More northyorks.gov.uk/healthy-li…
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You can access thousands of magazines and newspapers for free using your North Yorkshire library card.
Download e-books, e-magazines and audiobooks at northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-to…
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Our waste and recycling collections begin at 6am.
Please ensure your bin, box or bag is placed out for collection before 6am on your collection day.
You can check your collection day at: northyorks.gov.uk/bins-recyc…
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Jobseekers are being warned of scammers posing as employers to trick them into handing over money and personal details.
A fake website displaying jobs with us has been found with anyone clicking on an advert invited to upload their CV and provide personal information.
We do not use recruitment agencies to fill permanent roles, and all vacancies are advertised directly on our website.
To read more, or report a recruitment scam, visit: northyorks.gov.uk/news/2026/…
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Watch live music for free in North Yorkshire parks this summer.
Bands, choirs and groups will take to the stage at Valley Gardens in Harrogate, Castle Grounds in Knaresborough, Spa Gardens in Ripon, Recreation Ground in Pateley Bridge, and Peasholm Park in Scarborough on Sundays between 2pm and 4pm.
See performer details at northyorks.gov.uk/summerconc…
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Eight additional toilets are currently being installed at Royal Parade in Filey. This will take the total to 13 including accessible provision.
The additional toilets are due to be fully operational by Friday, 19 June. Improved accessibility measures are also due to be in place by the end of next week.
More at: northyorks.gov.uk/news/2026/…
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There are just a few days left to have your say on improvements to King George V playing field in Knaresborough.
The opinions of residents and the playing field users will help us to understand what improvements are needed and will be used to inform the final proposals.
Have your say at northyorks.gov.uk/your-counc… by Sunday 14 June.
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Today is market day in #Whitby, #Malton, #Thirsk, #Skipton, #Northallerton, #Ripon, #Masham and #Richmond.
#Scarborough Market Hall is also open.
See other #NorthYorkshire market days at northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-to…
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If you're heading to the coast this weekend, the Whitby and Scarborough Park and ride services are open.
They provide an easy, affordable and convenient alternative to town centre parking.
For more information, including ticket prices and opening hours, visit northyorks.gov.uk/roads-park…
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The paddling pool at Valley Gardens in Harrogate will open tomorrow, Saturday 13 June.
More extensive investigations and repairs are needed to the padding pools at Bebra Gardens in Knaresborough and Borrage Green in Ripon.
More at: northyorks.gov.uk/news/2026/…
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Work to install the new pitch at Scarborough Sports Village began this week. It is anticipated that the project will be completed by Friday, 26 June.
This will allow competitive fixtures to return to the sports village in time for the start of the 2026/27 football season in August.
More at: northyorks.gov.uk/news/2026/…
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We're looking to improve how anti-social behaviour is prevented, managed and tackled across North Yorkshire.
When they meet on Tuesday, 16 June, our Executive will consider adopting a new policy for how anti-social behaviour is dealt with, focusing on early intervention and prevention.
More at: northyorks.gov.uk/news/2026/…
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Friday means it's market day in #Helmsley, #Easingwold, #Skipton, #Reeth, #Leyburn and #Stokesley.
#Scarborough Market Hall is also open.
See other #NorthYorkshire market days at northyorks.gov.uk/markets
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Our mobile library is in the following locations tomorrow:
- Hunmanby: 10am to 11.30am
- Rosedale: 1.30pm to 3pm
It provides rural communities with access to the full range of materials held by our library service.
See the full timetable northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-to…
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Bedale Library is undergoing a refurbishment to provide a more up-to-date and flexible space.
To allow for this work, the library will be closed from Saturday, 13 June, and will reopen at 10am on Friday, 3 July.
While it is closed, the nearest library is Northallerton Library.
You can also access books and services online at northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-to…
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Calling all traders, artists, musicians, performers and food vendors!
This is your opportunity to get involved and help make Scarborough Market Hall and Vaults a great place to spend Yorkshire Day.
You can reach both local residents and summer visitors as we celebrate Yorkshire’s identity through food, craft, music and community.
The event will take place on Yorkshire Day, 1 August, from 10am to 4pm.
If you would like to be involved, please email Scarborough.Markethall@northyorks.gov.uk.
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From your feedback we’ve gathered valuable insights on the biggest challenges and most exciting opportunities facing Richmond over the next 5 to 10 years.
View the draft Town Investment Plan for Richmond and have your say at northyorks.gov.uk/your-counc…
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A free programme of online and face-to-face learning sessions are taking place to mark Safeguarding Week.
The sessions, which begin on Monday, June 15, are aimed at protecting children and adults from abuse or neglect.
They're open to both professional and members of the public and are free to attend.
Registration is open now. See details at: northyorks.gov.uk/news/2026/…
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It's market day in #Ripon and #Tadcaster. #Scarborough Market Hall and #Richmond indoor market are also open.
See other #NorthYorkshire market days at northyorks.gov.uk/markets
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