Local news from Monday, March 9th, 2026
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Ilkley Pre-School faces closure without urgent financial lifeline
A much-loved Ilkley pre-school that has supported local families for over 60 years will be forced to close its doors at the end of April 2026 unless it raises £30,000 in emergency funding.
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MP shares update on redevelopment of Airedale Hospital
MP Julian Smith met with Foluke Ajayi to receive an update on plans for the redevelopment of Airedale Hospital.
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Age UK shop is Ilkley appeals for donations as stocks are low
The Age UK shop on The Grove in Ilkley is running low on stock and is appealing for donations.
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Fuggle & Golding saved by Horsforth Brewery
The craft beer and bottle shop on Leeds Road, which announced its closure last month, has been saved by Horsforth Brewery.
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Joanna seeks life-extending treatment after brain tumour diagnosis
Joanna James from Ilkley has launched an appeal to get potential life-extending treatment in Germany following her brain tumour diagnosis.



