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  • Man admits perverting course of justice

    A man, accused of causing death by dangerous driving, today pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Barry Sylvester Holmes, 32, of Chelker House Farm, Addingham, had been charged in connection with the death of 21-year-old Richard Whitelock

  • Prominent political figure dies

    One of the most passionate and prominent figures in Craven's political history has died aged 76. Claire Brooks, who died of a chest infection on Thursday at Anley House care home in Settle, had been struggling with dementia for several years. A lawyer

  • Landmark hit by vandalism

    Police in Settle are keeping a close watch on Castleberg Rock after alcohol bottles and litter were found. North Yorkshire Police have told Settle Town Council there is a growing problem with young people congregating there, mainly at weekends, and causing

  • Pews battle mirrors radio drama

    Villagers are waiting to see whether the battle over the future of the pews in their historic church will mirror that of their fictional cousins. Opponents of the plan to remove ancient pews at St Andrew's Church, Kildwick, are preparing to submit their

  • Skipton get vital win in sea of mud

    Skipton 25 Knottingley 11 This was a vital win for the Reds in their quest for promotion and this was an entertaining game considering the atrocious weather conditions of gale force winds and driving rain. The monsoon rains were heaviest in the first

  • Wharfedale take giant step toward safety

    Henley 18 Wharfedale 29 Wharfedale took a giant step toward safety with a victory at Henley - the side occupying the highest of the three relegation positions. The result lifts the Greens to tenth in the table, 16 points clear of the drop zone. If

  • Free travel for bus users

    Bus pass holders will soon be able to grab a free ticket to ride to places of interest or natural beauty in Craven and further afield. From Tuesday April 1, bus pass holders aged 60 or over, or eligible disabled residents will be able to travel on any