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Wednesday, 17 June 2026

Today's practical local briefing for York, Harrogate and North Leeds: official updates, planning and records, travel signals, events and useful source checks.

Open'Totally irreplaceable' - tributes to 61-year-old killed in North Yorkshire crashThe family of a man in his 60s who was "totally irreplaceable, kind, loving and hilarious" have spoken of their loss after he was killed in a crash in a North Yorkshire town.OpenAmazon launches World Cup 2026 store packed with early Prime Day deals (aff)From St George's flags and signed memorabilia to discounted Fire TV Sticks, Amazon's new World Cup shop is packed with bargains ahead of Prime DayOpenCommunity library secures over £7,000 in lottery fundingRAWDON Community Library has secured more than £7,000 in National Lottery funding to improve its building and boost comfort for visitors.Open£350,000 boxing club scheme gets council backingA £350,000 plan to support access to sports by expanding a North Yorkshire boxing club has received enthusiastic backing from council leaders.OpenCouncil backs 10-year plan to revitalise North Yorkshire harboursA DECADE-LONG strategy to revitalise North Yorkshire’s harbours has been approved by council leaders.OpenYorkshire charities invited to apply for £20,000 Ebor sweepstake prizeThe Sky Bet Ebor Community Sweepstake, part of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival, gives charities the chance to win up to £20,000.OpenStudy examines changes to pub life over 125 yearsGet all the latest news, live updates and content about North Yorkshire from across the BBC.OpenMagistrates order owner of uncontrolled dogs to pay £2,700After a series of incidents involving dangerously out‑of‑control dogs and persistent anti‑social behaviour, York Magistrates’ Court has ordered the owner to pay £2,762.OpenHarrogate primary school to become 'smartphone-free school' after Government's social media banA Harrogate primary school says it will ban smartphones following the Prime Minister's announcement of a social media ban for under 16s yesterday.OpenThe Harrogate family dynasty that's worked with everyone from Paul McCartney to YungbludA prestigious event at Bettys in Harrogate has finally shone a light on the link between one of the town’s most famous family businesses and the biggest names in rock and roll.Open‘Strawberry Moon’ swim returns to historic open‑air swimming poolSWIMMERS are being invited to take a dip under the moonlight later this month as Ilkley Pool and Lido hosts a special evening event.OpenHere's what this new Lidl supermarket could look like if the council approves planImages from supermarket chain Lidl show what a new store in north Leeds would look like if plans are approved.OpenNorth Yorkshire Police issue warning after romance fraud scammers use AI celebrity impersonations to ‘love bomb’ vulnerable victimsDuring the past month, North Yorkshire Police have received several concerning reports of romance fraud scammers are using AI-generated celebrity impersonations.Open‘He meant everything to us’: Family pay tribute to man who died in Thirsk Market PlaceThe post ‘He meant everything to us’: Family pay tribute to man who died in Thirsk Market Place appeared first on YorkMix .OpenTheatre to be renamed after York’s Dame Judi DenchThe post Theatre to be renamed after York’s Dame Judi Dench appeared first on YorkMix .