Living with dementia: Hazel and Martin's story
Hazel and Martin Foster have been telling Stray FM how they cope with #dementia.
10m Feb 10, 2017
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Food for Life
Children across #NorthYorkshire are being taught how to love food and hate waste, as part of a project called 'Food for Life'. Stray FM has been finding out more at Aspin Park Primary School in #Knaresborough.
4m Feb 03, 2017
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Health and social care
Sandra Dodson, Chairman of #Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, has been telling Stray FM about a new youth forum and work to improve care services in the community.
6m Feb 03, 2017
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Cycling investment
#NorthYorkshire County Council has been awarded nearly £1 million to help encourage more people to take up cycling. Projects will focus on #Harrogate, #Knaresborough, #Skipton and #Scarborough. Stray FM has been finding out more from County Councillor Don Mackenzie.
5m Feb 03, 2017
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Tadcaster Bridge reopens
After being closed for more than a year, #Tadcaster Bridge has finally reopened. It partially collapsed following heavy rain and flooding in December 2015. County Councillor Don Mackenzie has been telling Stray FM about the major project to restore it.
5m Feb 03, 2017
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Nidderdale Show and Tour de Yorkshire
County Councillor John Fort has been telling Stray FM about preparations for big events in #PateleyBridge, including the Tour de Yorkshire and Nidderdale Show.
4m Jan 27, 2017
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Online dating scams
#NorthYorkshire Trading Standards officers are asking everyone to be on their guard against #online #dating #scams. It follows reports of some people sharing personal information and losing significant amounts of money. Jo Boutflower, from Trading Standards, has been telling Stray FM what to look out for.
3m Jan 27, 2017
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Community libraries
Communities across #NorthYorkshire are preparing to take over their local libraries. Volunteers have come forward to help the council keep services going, after cuts in Government funding. Stray FM has been finding out more from library team leader Jill Fellerman and two volunteers.
12m Jan 27, 2017
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Care services
Richard Webb, Corporate Director of Health and Adult Services, has been telling Stray FM about the council's work to provide extra care facilities and recruit more staff.
4m Jan 20, 2017
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Health and social care
Some of the biggest challenges this year are going to be in health and social care. Richard Webb, Corporate Director of Health and Adult Services, has been telling Stray FM what the council is doing to meet those challenges.
5m Jan 20, 2017
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Fostering North Yorkshire
A big success story for the council over the last few years has been its Fostering North Yorkshire service, but there's always a need for more people to come forward as carers. Stray FM has been finding out more from Pete Dwyer, Director of Children and Young People's Services.
6m Jan 20, 2017
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No Wrong Door
The council's pioneering No Wrong Door scheme is making a big difference to the lives of young people in #NorthYorkshire. It provides support through a combination of residential care and fostering. Stray FM has been finding out more from Pete Dwyer, Director of Children and Young People's Services.
5m Jan 20, 2017
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Sporting memories
Older people with a passion for sport are being encouraged to join a new group in #Harrogate. Tony Jameson-Allen, from the Sporting Memories Network, has been telling Stray FM about the group and new training sessions for carers, relatives and health and social care staff.
6m Jan 13, 2017
6m
January sales
With many people hitting the January sales, #NorthYorkshire's Trading Standards officers are reminding everyone to know their rights when it comes to buying things and returning them. Jo Boutflower is from the team and has some top tips.
4m Jan 13, 2017
4m
National Pothole Day
#NorthYorkshire County Council is supporting a campaign to raise awareness of potholes and the state of the nation's roads. National Pothole Day is led by Street Repairs, a national fault reporting system which is encouraging everyone to report outstanding potholes. County Councillor Don Mackenzie has been telling Stray FM how the council is tackling the problem.
3m Jan 13, 2017
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Tadcaster Bridge, Kex Gill and Bond End
County Councillor Don Mackenzie has been giving Stray FM an update on work to repair #Tadcaster Bridge, prevent more landslides on the #A59 at #KexGill and tackle congestion at Bond End in #Knaresborough.
8m Jan 13, 2017
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Musical Mums
Young mothers are benefiting from a special project in #Harrogate. It's called 'Musical Mums' and is run by youth music development charity NYMAZ. Stray FM has been finding out more from director Heidi Johnson.
6m Dec 16, 2016
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Superfast broadband and mobile phone coverage
#NorthYorkshire County Council is working on the next phase of a project to roll out superfast broadband and is also calling on mobile phone companies to improve coverage. County Councillor Don Mackenzie has given Stray FM an update on both projects.
4m Dec 16, 2016
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Parking charges and bus services
#NorthYorkshire County Council's many projects in 2016 have included introducing extra parking charges in #Harrogate and working with bus operators to keep some services on the road. Stray FM has been finding out more from County Councillor Don Mackenzie.
7m Dec 16, 2016
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Darley post office
#Darley near #Harrogate has got its post office back. The new service has opened alongside a village shop and café. Stray FM has been finding out more from project manager Helen Flynn.
4m Dec 09, 2016
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Improving air quality, winter road gritting and bridge repairs
#NorthYorkshire County Council's ongoing highways projects include improving air quality, winter road gritting and repairing the flood-damaged #Tadcaster Bridge. County Councillor Don Mackenzie has been telling Stray FM more about the schemes.
6m Dec 09, 2016
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Harrogate road improvements
County Councillor Don Mackenzie has been telling Stray FM about plans for a relief road, traffic modelling and improvements to major junctions in #Harrogate.
5m Dec 09, 2016
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Challenges in care sector
#NorthYorkshire County Council is taking steps to address challenges in the care sector, including an ageing population, increasing demand for services and difficulties in recruiting and retaining the right staff. #Harrogate-based company Continued Care is helping to tackle those issues and Stray FM has been finding out more from director Samantha Harrison.
5m Dec 09, 2016
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How libraries can improve mental health
Libraries in #NorthYorkshire are making a difference to people's mental health. They have collections of books which provide help and advice on things like dementia and also offer support sessions. Stray FM has been finding out more from team leader Nigel Prince.
5m Dec 02, 2016
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Unaccompanied child asylum seekers
Unaccompanied child asylum seekers are getting support from a special centre in the #Harrogate area until they find somewhere to live. Martin Kelly explains what #NorthYorkshire County Council is doing to secure longer-term accommodation for the youngsters.
4m Dec 02, 2016
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Nidderdale at Christmas
Local businesses and other organisations in #Nidderdale are getting ready for the Christmas period. County Councillor John Fort has been telling Stray FM about some of the events planned.
4m Nov 25, 2016
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Healthier Choices
A new scheme is proving popular with businesses selling food. Healthier Choices is part of a campaign to help improve our eating habits and also reduce levels of obesity in #NorthYorkshire. Stray FM has been finding out more from Trading Standards officer David Miller.
3m Nov 25, 2016
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NHS Health Checks
People aged 40 to 74 are being encouraged to take up the offer of free NHS Health Checks. #NorthYorkshire public health consultant Rachel Richards has been telling Stray FM why they're particularly important ahead of winter.
4m Nov 25, 2016
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Christmas shoppers urged to buy wisely
Shoppers are being advised to know their rights when buying Christmas presents. Stray FM has been getting some top tips from #NorthYorkshire Trading Standards officer Jo Boutflower.
5m Nov 25, 2016
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Skipton Extended Learning for All
A charity in #Craven is making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable, disadvantaged and disabled children. #Skipton Extended Learning for All (SELFA) was set up in 2007 to offer activities out of school. Last year alone, it helped more than 300 youngsters aged 4 to 19. Stray FM has been finding out more from charity founder Emma Pears.
7m Nov 11, 2016
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Health strategy
A new action plan has been launched to tackle the obesity crisis. It's aimed at encouraging everyone in #NorthYorkshire to eat more healthily and become more active. Stray FM has been finding out more from public health consultant Katie Needham.
6m Nov 11, 2016
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Harrogate Easier Living Project
#Harrogate Easier Living Project is appealing for more volunteers to support its community transport services. Stray FM has been finding out more from Anna Woollven and Lizzie Hughes.
6m Nov 11, 2016
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Winter driving
#NorthYorkshire driver training officer David Clark has advice on how to stay safe behind the wheel this winter.
6m Nov 11, 2016
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Living with dementia: improving support
County Councillor Clare Wood has been telling Stray FM why a #dementia congress in #Harrogate is such an important part of the strategy to improve support for people affected by the condition.
3m Nov 04, 2016
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Living with dementia: tackling the stigma
One of the biggest hurdles to overcome with #dementia is the stigma attached to it. As well as providing support, #Ripon charity Dementia Forward is working hard to improve everyone's understanding. Stray FM has been speaking to Chief Executive Jill Quinn.
4m Nov 04, 2016
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Living with dementia: Mavis and Derek
Stray FM has been hearing how #dementia affects both the person with the condition and their family.
5m Nov 04, 2016
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Living with dementia: North Yorkshire County Council
#Harrogate has hosted a #dementia congress to highlight what is being done to help people affected by the condition. Stray FM has been finding out more from Mike Rudd, who is Head of Commissioning for Older People's Services at #NorthYorkshire County Council.
3m Nov 04, 2016
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West Harrogate household waste recycling centre
It's five years since the West #Harrogate household #waste #recycling centre opened. Joanne Kearney, Waste Contracts Manager at #NorthYorkshire County Council, and Ben Ralph, Area Supervisor for contractor Keir, have been telling Stray FM how much of a difference the centre has made since 2011.
5m Oct 29, 2016
5m
High praise for Skipton GP practice
Dyneley House Surgery in #Skipton has been rated as 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission. Inspectors say the GPs and staff have demonstrated a real commitment to their patients. Practice Manager Antony Radley has been telling Stray FM what they're doing to improve services.
5m Oct 29, 2016
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Selling counterfeit goods on social media
#NorthYorkshire Trading Standards officers are warning that they're on the lookout for people selling fake goods in the run-up to #Christmas. It follows the sentencing of a man who was caught advertising #counterfeit clothing, bags and shoes on Facebook. Stray FM has been speaking to Jo Boutflower from Trading Standards.
4m Oct 29, 2016
4m
North Yorkshire dementia congress
A #dementia congress has been organised in #Harrogate to highlight what is being done to help people affected by the condition. It's bringing together those with the condition, their carers, and health and social care professionals. Stray FM has been finding out more from Mike Rudd, who is Head of Commissioning for Older People's Services at #NorthYorkshire County Council.
6m Oct 29, 2016
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Family Learning Festival
#NorthYorkshire's libraries are giving everyone the chance to explore new activities as part of this year's Family Learning Festival. It's the biggest annual celebration of its kind in the UK and is running until 30 October. Hazel Smith, from the library service, has been telling Stray FM more about the event.
5m Oct 21, 2016
5m
Youthvember
A conference is being organised to help ensure that young people across #NorthYorkshire have their voice heard. It's part of a project called Youthvember and Stray FM has been finding out more from some of those involved.
5m Oct 21, 2016
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Harrogate relief road
#NorthYorkshire County Council is reviewing options for a relief road to help tackle congestion in #Harrogate. County Councillor Don Mackenzie has been telling Stray FM more about the plans.
3m Oct 21, 2016
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Healthy workplaces
#NorthYorkshire's Director of Public Health has released his annual report which makes key recommendations about healthy workplaces and building a healthy workforce. Doctor Lincoln Sargeant has been telling Stray FM how businesses could benefit long-term.
4m Oct 21, 2016
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Safeguarding Week: Support services for domestic abuse victims
If you've been affected by domestic abuse, who do you turn to? You might not want to call the police, but there is other help available. Stray FM has been speaking to Sarah Hill from IDAS which supports victims across #NorthYorkshire.
3m Oct 14, 2016
3m
Safeguarding Week: How domestic abuse can affect anyone
One of the many organisations supporting this year's #SafeguardingWeek is the #NorthYorkshire Safeguarding Children Board. Manager Dallas Frank has been telling Stray FM what they're doing to highlight the message that domestic abuse can affect anyone.
4m Oct 14, 2016
4m
Safeguarding Week: How police are tackling domestic abuse
As part of #SafeguardingWeek, Assistant Chief Constable Lisa Winward has been telling Stray FM what police in #NorthYorkshire are doing to tackle domestic abuse and why it's so important that victims come forward.
8m Oct 14, 2016
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Safeguarding Week: A family affected by domestic abuse
The brother of a #NorthYorkshire woman who was murdered by her partner is raising awareness of domestic abuse. Andrew Overton's sister, Rebecca Kowal, was killed in #WestTanfield near #Ripon in 2008. He's supporting #SafeguardingWeek and encouraging anyone who's worried about a friend or relative to ask for help.
7m Oct 14, 2016
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Community libraries
Communities across #NorthYorkshire are coming together to run their local libraries. Many of them already have management groups in place and are recruiting volunteers before taking over branches next year. Stray FM has been speaking to Julie Blaisdale from the library service.
6m Oct 06, 2016
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