Helen Flynn

As the cost of living crisis bites, it may be a good opportunity to check if you are eligible for certain benefits, as if you are on certain benefits, you can get more help from Government schemes to help pay utility bills, etc. Depending on your situation, you can use the Turn2us,  Entitledto and Policy in Practice benefit calculators […]

We though COVID was bad enough, but now, the current cost of living crisis seems to be almost as bad. And as a busy community hub and Community Supporrt Organisation, we have been at the sharp end of things now for almost three years. However, Christmas gives us the opportunity to take some time out,

The Cost of Living Crisis is the worst we have seen for decades and there can be no-one who has been unaffected by it in the whole country, let alone Nidderdale. However, in our area, poor transport links and old housing stock with inadequate insulation are exacerbating the current crisis. In addition, a large number

Getting your flu and COVID vaccines are two of the most important things you can do to keep yourself and others around you safe this winter. Experts advise that those at greater risk will need extra protection this winter.  For Covid-19 and flu, everyone aged 50 and over, people with certain health conditions that put them at risk and

Residents will be aware that there have been traffic lights on Red Brae Bank, between Greenhow and Pateley Bridge, since February 2020 when severe storms caused the land below the road to subside. North Yorks Highways have just announced the the repair work will start 17th October and last for approximately 9 weeks, ending on

It was with deep sadness that staff, trustees and volunteers at Nidd Plus and our Charity Shop learnt of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. For us, as an organisation that is committed to public service, she was the role model that inspired our work ethic and commitment to serving people in our

The Cabinet Office has recently launched the ‘Help for Households’ campaign which explains the different government schemes available to help with the cost of living, including new one-off payments as well as existing benefits and schemes. These schemes have now been brought onto one Cost of Living Support website https://helpforhouseholds.campaign.gov.uk/, and is organised into the following

Nidderdale Plus is beginning a programme of day trips out for people who do not get many opportunities to get out and about to experience different places and meet new people.  The two trips planned in August will go to Ripley Castle on 17th August, and on a canal boat trip (including lunch) in Skipton

Major changes are being proposed for the area next to the rail and bus station in Harrogate. Harrogate Borough Council, North Yorkshire County Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority are working together on major improvements, which are designed to help boost economic recovery and make it easier to walk, cycle and use public transport.

Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance free cancer awareness sessions for August are now available to book on to. In just 90 minutes you can learn how to spot the early signs of cancer and engage in conversations that promote early diagnosis and can help to save lives. You will also learn about cancer prevention, national cancer