Children's Literature Festival a success

Organisers of the third Keighley Children's Literature Festival say the event was a huge success. More than 1,000 schoolchildren from primary schools across the town took part in the venture, held over two days at Keighley Library. The initiative was spearheaded by Christina Gabbitas, founder of t

Record number of new bathing sites announced

Dozens of new wild swimming spots in England are being designated as bathing waters ahead of the summer and will immediately benefit from regular water quality monitoring, Water Minister Robbie Moore has today announced (May 13 2024).  Following a public consultation, 27 new bathing water site

Plans for Silsden Quarry Rejected

Plans for a quarry on the edge of Silsden to be reopened will not go ahead after a planning inspection dismissed an appeal against an initial rejection of the proposals. Hundreds of people had objected to plans to re-open Horn Crag Quarry which, if approved, would have seen 520,000 tonnes of Yorksh

Thousands turn out for Ilkley Carnival

Ilkley Carnival has broken records this week with just under 1,400 people attending its Mardi Gras themed parade. Local schools, play groups, charity organisations, performers and musicians contributed to the carnival with a vibrant display of costumes, with music and dance wowing the crowds estima

Improvement works underway at Keighley Station

Local MP Robbie Moore has visited Keighley railway station to take a look at the long-awaited station upgrades secured last year. The project will see the refurbishment of the main station buildings, the strengthening of footbridges over rail lines, and repairs to the bridge over the Keighley &

Local Nursery Staff celebrated at Downing Street Reception

  Addingham's Nursery Rhymes Nursery and Jabberwocky Club has received national recognition this week as two of its staff members were celebrated at a Local Childcare Champions reception held at 10 Downing Street.  Nominated by local MP Robbie Moore, nursery Owner Andrea Parker and nurse

Praise for "heroes" at local Veterans Club

Local MP Robbie Moore has praised the "heroes" at Ilkley Armed Forces and Breakfast Club after the group hosted it's one year anniversary.  Speaking on social media, Robbie Moore MP said: An honour to attend the 1st anniversary of Ilkley’s fantastic Armed Forces and Veteran’s Breakfast Club

Robbie Moore MP visits Oxenhope manufacturer

Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has visited local springs and pressings manufacturer George Emmott Springs to meet with the team and learn more about the business. George Emmott Springs has a rich history, designing and manufacturing a wide range of high-quality springs and pressings at its sit

School Council quiz local MP

Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has visited Long Lee Primary School to meet with Headteacher Susan Holdsworth and take questions from pupils at the school. Mr Moore met with a group of pupils on the School Council for a question-and-answer session, speaking about his role as a Member of Parliam

St George's Day parade a shining success

Keighley's local Scout movement has turned out in force for its annual St George's Day parade and service. Robbie Moore MP said: "With St George’s Day this coming Tuesday, it was great to take part this Sunday morning in the annual Keighley District Scouts St George’s Day Parade where young membe