Local news from Friday, March 6th, 2026
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Airedale Hospital charity hits the road for its fifth annual World Book Day adventure
Airedale Hospital & Community Charity hit the open road once again for its fifth annual World Book Day road trip, bringing stories, smiles, and plenty of book‑themed fun to five local primary schools. This was all made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of CAD21.
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Yorkshire Water, what is happening behind all those blue hoardings?
Ilkley Civic Society has invited fifteen different organisations with an environmental interest, or are currently working with Yorkshire Water locally, to its next public meeting.
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Ilkley Cemetery's Beanlands Parade gates repairs
Ilkley Cemetery’s Beanlands Parade Gates will be removed for repair and refurbishment on Monday 9 March and will be replaced by temporary fencing for a period of about six to eight weeks.
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Local MP backs campaign to protect affordable residential experiences for young people
Ilkley's MP Robbie Moore has met with Tobias Hammond, County Lead Volunteer for West Yorkshire Scouts to hear concerns about the potential impact of a proposed visitor levy on residential experiences for young people.
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Winners revealed for Ilkley Business Awards 2026
The winners of the 10th Ilkley Business Awards have been revealed.



