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Support needed to help side hustles become sustainable businesses, report says
A new report from eBay and Small Business Britain finds strong growth ambitions among side hustlers and calls for greater support to help them develop into long-term businesses.
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Royal Oak Pateley Bridge to reopen after major refurbishment
The Royal Oak Pateley Bridge pub is set to undergo a major refurbishment following its acquisition by pub operator Trust Inns. The acquisition of the Royal Oak Pateley Bridge was completed by commercial property specialists Everard Cole on behalf of Trust Inns, for an undisclosed sum. The pub is exp...
DWP confirms exact month you'll receive £100 energy payment
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed when the start date for the £100 household energy support payment will begin
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Andy Burnham update on £100 payment for Council Tax bands A to D as some need to act to not miss out
Andy Burnham has confirmed that some households in Council Tax bands A to D must take action
Fireworks displays in Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon and Wetherby: 2026 guide
Fireworks Displays in Harrogate and the surrounding area. Fireworks displays and bonfire celebrations are taking place across Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon, Wetherby and surrounding villages this November, with events planned for the weekend following Bonfire Night. From the major charity display ...
North Yorkshire Police release CCTV image of woman following theft at supermarket in Harrogate
If you recognise this woman, you should get in contact with the police
Nathan Reardon leads Innovation Philosophie's UK launch
Nathan Reardon, co-founder of Innovation Philosophie, is leading the company's UK launch alongside founder Pat Villaceran, marking the beginning of an 'entrepreneurship revolution' in the UK.
Horror audio from Florida plane crash that killed nine as pilot shouts 'we're out of time'
Audio from the cockpit has captured the final moments inside the private jet
Harrogate and Knaresborough Labour sets out priorities ahead of 2027 council elections
Harrogate and Knaresborough Labour has outlined its priorities ahead of the 2027 local elections, identifying transport, affordable housing and environmental protection among the main challenges facing Harrogate and Knaresborough. In responses to five questions from The Harrogate Informer, the party...
Lewis Payne was the 'best player on the park' during Harrogate Town's draw at Forest Green Rovers
Wing-back praised for contribution to fightback from two goals down
NS&I Premium Bonds customers told to check accounts from Tuesday November 3
National Savings and Investments has urged Premium Bonds customers to check their accounts on Tuesday 3 November, as the November 2026 Premium Bonds prize checker results go live
M18 crash LIVE updates as traffic held with delays
Delays reported on the M18
Doctor Who and Dad's Army star John Leeson dies aged 83 as tributes pour in
Doctor Who and Dad's Army star John Leeson has died aged 83 following a "summer of illness", his son has confirmed
73 per cent of school pupils now pass off AI work as their own
Half of teachers say most of their students couldn't write a whole essay without AI assistance
Yorkshire Garden Centres raises more than £100,000 for Martin House Children’s Hospice
Yorkshire Garden Centres has raised more than £106,000 for Martin House Children’s Hospice since the partnership began in April 2025. Across its seven branches, colleagues and customers have supported the partnership through a range of fundraising activities, including bake sales, raffles, runnin...
DWP Motability update over 'mileage charges' as two questions posed
The Department for Work and Pensions has been forced to issue an update as questions mount over changes
UK weather maps turn icy white as 55 areas drop to 0C or below - full list
Freezing temperatures are forecast to grip the country from November 13, with 55 areas expected to drop to 0C or below
Teenage girl kept three brothers alive for 40 days after plane crashed into Amazon jungle
Lesly Mucutuy, 13, kept her three younger brothers alive for 40 days in the Amazon rainforest after their plane crashed in Colombia, following their mother's dying instructions to flee to safety
Vile ex-teacher 'will never work with kids again' after behaviour at Yorkshire school
Jamie Duguid, 25, now works in the service industry