North Yorkshire Now
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Why we're all Stronger Together : The Case for Change
Tales of the Dales given fresh slant by Aardman animator
Life-saver library service back delivering books to people's door
'Nothing we do would be possible without our volunteers'
Villagers turn pumpkin spotters to enjoy safe fun
Teamwork helps to make crossing safe for those with visual impairment
Customers and staff welcome libraries' phased return
Lockdown DJ Brett keeps spirits high
The pies have it as business beats lockdown
Retirement on hold as Carol stays on the frontline
The architect whose legacy links us all
50 become one for inspiring youth orchestra performance
Meet the community groups supporting vulnerable people across our county
Inside the school hubs providing a vital service for key workers
Town rallies behind David's visor production
Buy local - bringing together businesses and the customers who need them
Working from home and keeping the lid on waste
Covid-19 We all have a role to play
You are not alone - we're pulling together to get through this crisis
What we must all do to reduce COVID-19 risk for all in our communities
As you follow guidance to stay at home, see what the online library offers
Call to businesses to help get food to those who are isolated
Find the latest COVID-19 advice and information here.
Support your local economy Buy Local
95 Alive
There has been increasing concern about the speed of vehicles on the roads at present.
The 95 Alive road safety partnership is a group of local authorities, emergency services and other agencies that work together throughout the county to reduce the number of people killed and injured on the roads.
- North Yorkshire County Council
- North Yorkshire Police
- North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue
- City of York
- Harrogate Borough Council
- Scarborough Borough Council
- Highways England
- Yorkshire Ambulance Service
- Yorkshire Air Ambulance Service
The aim of the campaign is to reduce casualties and collisions year on year. Visit the Roadwise website for more information.
You can also download 'Safer roads, healthier places', the road safety strategy of the 95 Alive partnership.
How you can help
There are many ways you can help us reduce the number of accidents. You can:
North Yorkshire Connect Community Directory
North Yorkshire Connect Community Directory (NY Connect) is an online resource for people of all ages, helping them to find out about local activities, services, advice and guidance that is relevant, reliable and accessible 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
The directory that has around 7000 entries that people looking for local services and support can search either by keywords, postcode, area, or by using the category menu. There is a new section to the website dedicated to Coronavirus (Covid-19) support. Click here to access the directory.
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