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Office Hire by the Hour (20 Aug 2008)
Richmondshire District Council’s flagship business centre is launching a new facility to help hard-pressed businesses cut their costs. More...
Youngster adds Touch of Colour to Friary Gardens (14 Aug 2008)
A green-fingered youngster has seen her floral design become a reality in Richmond’s Friary Gardens. More...
New Musical opening in Richmond (12 Aug 2008)
Carrots – the musical, the inspiring story of Dr Barnardo’s, opens at Richmond’s Georgian Theatre Royal on Wednesday 13th August. With six performances until Saturday 16th August, the show stars both West End performers in adult roles and local children as orphans. More...
New Canoe Club in Richmond (25 July 2008)
A new canoe and kayak club is to be set up in Richmond thanks to a grant from Awards for All. More...
Green Flag Success for Friary Gardens (17 July 2008)
A historic part of Richmond has become one of just 42 places in the whole country to receive a prestigious heritage award. More...
Local Authors to Sign Books at TIC (15 July 2008)
Two local authors will be on hand to discuss their fascinating accounts of Richmond’s history at a double book-signing session in the town. More...
Volunteers Breathe New Life into Easby Walk (11 July 2008)
Families now have more ways to enjoy one of Richmond’s best-loved walks – thanks to a concerted community effort. More...
The Town Council welcomes new Councillors (3 July 2008)
The Mayor of Richmond Town Council, Cllr Judith Steggles, formally welcomed the town’s two new councillors at June’s meeting of the full council, held on Monday, June 30, held in Richmond Town Hall. More...
There's more to Richmondshire than trolleys and brisket! (2 July 2008)
Richmond enters the" top five perfect minibreaks in Britain", according to the Sunday Times More...
Arts and Crafts Exhibition Showcases Local Talent (27 June 2008)
A special exhibition showcasing the work of several local artists and crafts people is taking place in Richmond this summer. More...
Richmondshire Partners at Garrison Open Day (17 June 2008)
Visitors to the Catterick Garrison Open Day this weekend will have the chance to find out about the range of services on offer to them – thanks to the biggest “roadshow” of its kind the district has ever seen. More...
Musician's Dream Comes True (12 June 2008)
Local businessman and musician, Mike Harper, has been booked to play at the Glastonbury music festival later this month. More...
New Boxing Club for Local Youngsters (9 June 2008)
A new boxing club has been launched for youngsters in Richmondshire – following a survey to find out what projects they would like to see in the district. More...
Yorke Square Consultation Process Announced (4 June 2008)
Details of the public consultation that will help shape the future of Yorke Square have been announced. More...
Yorke Square Community Engagement (12 May 2008)
Local residents will get the chance to have their say on the future of Yorke Square as a community resource, Richmondshire District Council has pledged. More...
New Audio Trail for Richmond (7 May 2008)
Richmond’s growing reputation for innovative ideas takes another step forward thanks to the Heritage Lottery Fund. More...
ROSA Receives Town Award (6 May 2008)
A local charity has received the prestigious Investors in Richmond Award in recognition of its work to safeguard threatened pieces of land for community use. More...
Swaledale Cheese Back in the Shops (30 Apr 2008)
A local cheese supplier forced to halt production after a major flood disaster is now back in business. More...
Richmondshire Green Awards (16 Apr 2008)
Richmondshire is launching its first ‘Green Awards’ to celebrate all the good ideas in the District that have improved the environment in a lasting way. More...
Town Council Aims for more Efficient Services for Residents (10 Apr 2008)
Richmond Town Council has announced its intention to deliver a wider range of services for the people of Richmond by taking additional responsibilities. More...
Cash Available for Community Projects (9 Apr 2008)
Community groups in Richmondshire are being urged to take advantage of funding now available from the County Council’s Community Fund. More...
Richmond Developments on Awards Shortlist (7 Apr 2008)
Two developments in Richmond have been shortlisted for regional design awards. More...
Have Your Say (3 Apr 2008)
Residents are being invited to have their say on major plans for the future of the district. More...
New Business Venture for local Adventurer (1 Apr 2008)
Ashly Fusiarski from Richmond has just started up a new business as an adventurous activities instructor in the area. More...
Ruth's Window Dedication Service (19 Mar 2008)
A stained glass window in St Mary’s Parish Church, created in memory of a local girl, is to be dedicated by Bishop James Bell. More...
Appeal to Enhance Nature Reserve (18 Mar 2008)
Local Nature Reserve, Foxglove Covert, has launched a major fund raising appeal to generate £70k which will enable the creation of an area of wet meadows adding further to the habitats, species and facilities found on the Reserve. More...
A Weekend of Medieval Knights at the Castle (17 Mar 2008)
This half term holiday, Queen Elizabeth I is throwing down the gauntlet for younger visitors to Richmond Castle, to help her find eight of her knights and squires to join her for a banquet, as the English Heritage site hosts a weekend of Knights’ Trails! More...
Family Easter Egg Hunt (12 Mar 2008)
A traditional Easter egg hunt is taking place on Saturday 22 March on the Westfield pasture in Richmond. More...
Franciscan Anniversary Launched in Friary Gardens (11 Mar 2008)
The 750th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Franciscan Friary in Richmond was launched earlier today in the ancient grounds where the Greyfriars made one of their Yorkshire Houses. More...
New Bus Route for Richmond (7 Mar 2008)
Richmond residents have helped launch a new bus route, which will enable more people to use public transport around the town. More...
Fairtrade Treats at the Theatre (6 Mar 2008)
Staff, volunteers and Friends of the Georgian Theatre Royal are busy baking with Fairtrade ingredients for a cake stall on Friday 7th March from 10am – 12 noon. More...
Charity Launches New Friendship Scheme (5 Mar 2008)
Elderly people in Richmondshire are on the hunt for new friends with the support of a scheme just launched by a local charity. More...
Eco Holiday Homes Approved (20 Feb 2008)
Richmond is to have a second eco-friendly holiday village following councillors approving a scheme for 20 lodges near Brompton-on-Swale. More...
Castle to Remain Open all Week (15 Feb 2008)
After fears that Richmond Castle would have to close for two days of the week in the summer, Richmond has rallied round to ensure it will stay open all week. More...
Richmond Cheese Company Catastrophe (31 Jan 2008)
While many people have been struggling to cope with flooding from the excessive rainfall of recent weeks, a local cheese company has had to deal with water damage from another source. More...
New Study to Improve Richmond's Woodland (25 Jan 2008)
A new study has been launched to protect, manage and improve the woodland areas around Richmond. More...
Dry Stone Walling Courses in Richmond (23 Jan 2008)
For anyone who has ever admired Yorkshire’s dry stone walls and wondered how they are built, there is now an ideal opportunity to gain first hand experience of this ancient craft. More...
Reuse campaign gets underway in Richmond (15 Jan 2008)
Dozens of Richmondshire residents met “Green Santa” – and pledged to do their bit for the environment. More...
Bridge the Gap lottery bid success (12 Dec 2007)
Richmondshire will share in a £50 million lottery jackpot after a successful campaign to “Bridge the Gap” in Brompton on Swale. More...
Shortlist announced for Citizenship Awards (11 Dec 2007)
The shortlist for Richmondshire’s first ever Citizenship Awards has been revealed. More...
Recognising the Huge Success of Richmond Online (8 Dec 2007)
Richmond Online Ltd, the limited company formed to manage Richmond’s community website, Richmond Online, has agreed to transfer the site to Moonburst which has been operating and editing the site since its launch. More...
Outline Application for Town Centre Development Approved (7 Dec 2007)
The biggest single planning application ever dealt with by Richmondshire District Council has been given the go-ahead. More...
Richmond's Landmarks Easier to See (4 Dec 2007)
Pointing out the town’s landmarks from the Castle Keep has been made easier since the addition of a new topographical map at Richmond Castle. More...
Scouts Help Charity Plant Trees (29 Nov 2007)
Members of the Richmond Scout, Cubs and Beaver groups turned out at the weekend to help local land charity plant trees on the town’s Westfields and Southbank. More...
Christmas at St Nicholas (23 Nov 2007)
A country house on the outskirts of Richmond is living up to its name by hosting an evening of Christmas celebrations. More...
Christmas Lights Switch On (22 Nov 2007)
Father Christmas will be visiting Richmond on Friday, November 30, to assist with the switching on of the town’s Christmas lights. More...
Richmond Station Open for Business (16 Nov 2007)
The £2.7m redevelopment of Richmond’s old station building is now open for business. More...
Citizenship Awards (15 Nov 2007)
A new scheme to recognise the residents who make Richmondshire a better place in which to live and work is being set up by Richmondshire District Council. More...
Spot the Difference! (12 Nov 2007)
These two historic Richmond buildings have been given a much-needed makeover thanks to a pioneering heritage scheme. More...
RDC Chairman Raises Thousands (8 Nov 2007)
Two good causes have benefited to the tune of almost £3,000, thanks to the past Chairman of Richmondshire District Council. More...
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