Rural life3 hrs agoMore than 200 rural crimes 'extremely worrying'Rothbury councillor Steven Bridgett says rural crime "disrupted livelihoods" and was an "epidemic".3 hrs ago3 days agoFarmer says hosting 4G mast is a 'nightmare' as fees cost him thousandsAlan Watson says farmers are being "bullied" into terms between telecoms operators and landowners.3 days ago7 days agoHedgelayers compete in 'mysterious craft' showcaseMore than a 100 hedgelayers take part in the annual National Hedgelaying Championship.7 days ago7 days agoWhy some have no choice but to pay costly oil pricesThe rural communities vulnerable to heating oil prices rises as the weather gets colder.7 days ago9 Oct 2026More buses from 2027 in £67m transport shake-upResidents are being promised more frequent buses, Saturday services and new routes.9 Oct 20267 Oct 2026Should we build 15 new homes in every village?Experts say encouraging small developments on the edge of villages could boost the rural economy.7 Oct 202624 Sept 2026Food banks visitors having to walk 'several miles'People in rural areas face long journeys to access food bank support, charities say.24 Sept 202618 Sept 2026Villagers' concern at unauthorised travellers siteResidents of Hillam near Sherburn in Elmet say caravans arrived a week ago.18 Sept 202618 Sept 2026Community pub considers building own wind turbineVillagers are exploring ways to produce their own electricity in a bid to reduce costs.18 Sept 2026...
