Shandy on Sunday - A book based in local history
Will Smith talks to Christine Dodsworth about a book she's written about her family history and how Harrogate played a part in these stories.

Will Smith talks to Christine Dodsworth about a book she's written about her family history and how Harrogate played a part in these stories.
Harrogate is about to get a pram superstore! Prams Lullaby (where KD Carpets used to be) opens this Friday and it's ready for Mums-and-Dads-to-be to get in and try out some serious buggy action!
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Harrogate Theatre has a whopping 87 shows coming up this season and the Harrogate Convention centre is getting into gear for February half term with a visit from Bob the Builder, The Little Princess and Noddy. John Godber presents The Last Laugh as well as Up and Under with the Fingersmiths, plus we're getting excited a Northern Soul all nighter and the Harrogate Film festival. https://www.strayfm.com/the-box-office.php
Everyone is familiar with the phrase 'dogs die in hot cars' but do you know when it's too cold for your pets? The Vet Hospital in Harrogate has advice for dog, cat and rabbit owners for the Winter months. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2491149/is-it-due-to-get-too-cold-for-your-pet/
Managing director of YRC Ltd, Mark Kennedy, discusses how resin is not just for your driveway and can make for some very good outdoor living space… https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2490908/making-the-most-of-your-outdoor-living-space/
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This months the students of Queen Ethelburgas Collegiate are learning the importance of good sleep and nutrition.
Exams are a big part of childhood these days. First Class Tutors in Skipton help children through their Maths and English exams. Tonight we hear from one of the tutors Lynne as well as some local children who have benefited from some extra tuition.
This year's panto hasn't even finished but already we're thinking ahead to what's on this Christmas at Harrogate Theatre, and an event that's bringing The Little Princess, Bob the Builder and other celebs to Royal Hall. https://www.strayfm.com/the-box-office.php
The weather might not be suitable for getting outside today, but these days the great outdoors are playing a big part in the education of young children. The Pre-School at Harrogate Ladies College think it's particularly important - find out why. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2479526/how-brown-leaves-and-green-trees-are-boosting-education/
Ever wanted to become an author, write a blog or improve the way you write online or at work? Rossett Adult Learning offers a creative writing course and you can hear from teachers and students all about it. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2479449/could-you-become-a-writer/
The Post is a new film from Steven Spielberg about the media exposure of top government secrets, and Downsizing tackles the global problem of overpopulation by shrinking people featuring Matt Damon - which do you think should be the Everyman Cinema film of the week? https://www.strayfm.com/film-of-the-week.php
Hear from one of the young players of Harrogate Town Football Club who, after struggling with her mental health, has come out the other side stronger thanks to the support of playing football, her team mates and teachers at Rossett School. https://www.strayfm.com/news/family/2473899/could-this-help-people-with-depression/
How can you change your daily routine in 2018 to improve you and your families life? O’Connor Chiropractic in Ilkley and Harrrogate have some simple ideas.
More couples file for divorce in January than any other month of the year. No one can make it easy, but some good advice from No 1 Solicitors is vital if you're thinking about separating from your other half in the near future.
It's common to get unwell over the month of December, but why? O'Connor Chiropractic has some advice for fighting the illnesses this year!
Our pets love Christmas too, but how can we make sure they stay safe too? The Vet Hospital has some tips... for example, certain foods could be fatal for your cat or dog.
As we approach what is regularly known as 'Divorce Month', Ehsan Kabir from No 1 Solicitors has advice for couples who are thinking about separating in the New Year. https://www.strayfm.com/news/business-money/2459089/what-happens-when-wealthy-couples-get-divorced/
Choir singing in Ripon Cathedral, visiting care homes, and two Christmas plays - once traditional nativity, and one less so called Straw and Order - Queen Ethelburgas Collegiate is in full swing at Christmas time!
The Pauline Quirke Academy in Harrogate are performing a radio drama for you tonight... what happens when you put children in charge of turkey and all the trimmings!
The topics you can learn about at Rossett Adult Learning are vast! But there's also the social side. Could you make new friends or treat someone you love to something new?