New proposals for an Extra Care housing scheme in Gargrave are part of a number of measures which North Yorkshire Council is set to put in place to expand care services in the Craven area.
Tens of thousands of people who are experiencing loneliness across North Yorkshire are set to be given more support through a county-wide strategy to help to tackle social isolation.
An award-winning children’s author is donating dozens of copies of her books to libraries to teach children the importance of protecting the environment.
Two charities funded by North Yorkshire Council to help those who look after others in the county are using Carers Week to encourage more organisations and volunteers to get involved.