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• Ilkley to host Pumpkin Festival this half term

  Ilkley is set to host its first Discover Ilkley Pumpkin Festival this half term, with ten days of free family activities planned across the town.

• Ilkley swimmers take on English Channel challenge for earthquake-hit family

  A group of senior swimmers at Ilkley Pool are preparing to take on a 34km swimming challenge to support the family of one of their teammates.

• Louis Theroux makes special visit to Martin House children's hospice

  Filmmaker and broadcaster Louis Theroux has paid a special visit to Martin House children’s hospice, spending time with children and families supported by the charity.

• Tributes paid to much-loved Ilkley performer Gary Holmes

  Tributes have been paid to Gary Holmes, a popular performer who entertained audiences at Ilkley’s King’s Hall for many years.

• ‘Big Knickers Network’ set to launch in Ilkley

  A new community network aimed at helping women build confidence, make connections and support one another is launching in Ilkley this week.

• West Yorkshire Police trials world's first nitrous oxide breathalyser

  West Yorkshire Police is taking part in trials of what is believed to be the world's first roadside breathalyser for detecting nitrous oxide.

• Outside the Box expands services for adults with learning disabilities into Otley

  Ilkley-based Outside the Box is expanding into Otley to support more adults with learning disabilities and autism

• The Box Tree unveils new-look restaurant and bar in Ilkley

  One of Ilkley’s best-known restaurants has unveiled a new-look bar and restaurant following a major transformation.

• Leeds Bradford Airport strikes to 'escalate' over half term

  Strikes at Leeds Bradford Airport are set to escalate, with further walkouts planned over the October half-term period.

• Ilkley to host first Pumpkin Festival this half term

  Ilkley's first Pumpkin Festival will bring free family activities and a town-wide trail to the town this half term.

• Ilkley podiatrist wins national award for diabetic foot care

  A specialist podiatrist at LFW Podiatry has won a national award recognising her work in diabetic foot care.

• Ilkley church to host charity dance music night

  A charity dance night is coming to Ilkley's All Saints Church next month, organised by the team behind the town's Breakfast Raves.

• Scarborough’s Alpamare waterpark set to be sold with 99-year car park lease

  Scarborough's Alpamare waterpark is set to be sold alongside a 99-year peppercorn lease of the adjoining car park.

• Martin House opens new memorial garden for bereaved families

  Bereaved families supported by Martin House Children’s Hospice were joined by Chris Packham this week as they opened a new garden in memory of children and young people who have died. 

• Historic roof repairs get underway at Ilkley Manor House

  Work is underway to repair the roof of Ilkley Manor House, with specialists aiming to preserve as much of the Grade I listed building's original material as possible.

• Opening date announced for new Ilkley record shop

  A new record shop selling vinyl and pre-loved items has announced when it will open in Ilkley.

• £2.95million country home near Ilkley goes on sale for first time in 30 years

  A five-bedroom country home near Ilkley has been put on the market for the first time in more than three decades.

• Ilkley man to take on Yorkshire Three Peaks for brain injury charity

  An Ilkley man is preparing to take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks to raise money for a charity.

• Judy Murray surprises young tennis players during Ilkley visit

  Young tennis players in Ilkley received some expert advice when renowned coach and author Judy Murray made a surprise visit to a local club.

•  New community podcast launched by Right at Home

  Right at Home has launched a new podcast aimed at sharing stories and experiences from people across the local community.