News
NATIONAL NEWS - The national news stories that are broadcast on Drystone Radio at the top of the hour are provided by the Radio News Hub based in Leeds. To read the latest news from Radio News Hub please CLICK HERE
LOCAL NEWS - Thomas Adam's Craven & Wharfedale News Hour is broadcast on Drystone Radio between 6.00pm and 7.00pm Monday to Friday. Thomas rounds up the local news stories that matter and also plays some good music
As well as Thomas's programme mentioned above you can also keep up to date by visiting the Local Newspaper websites listed below:
Local News for Skipton and Craven = Craven Herald and Pioneer
Local News for Otley and Wharfedale = Wharfedale Observer
Local News for Keighley and the Aire and Worth Valleys = Keighley News
Local News for City of Bradford = Telegraph and Argus
Local News for East Lancashire = Burnley Express
PLEASE NOTE: DRYSTONE RADIO CAN NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THE LOCAL NEWSPAPER WEBSITES LISTED ABOVE.
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DRYSTONE RADIO - STATION NEWS
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From 1st May 2026 Drystone Radio went live with its own Small Scale DAB Multiplex, extending our reach to more listeners with new Technology.
Why SSDAB?
– Clearer signal– Increased coverage– Enhanced functionality– Aire Wharfe DAB. The system uses this new technology to carry a number of services on the same frequency of 9B. This single frequency, which broadcasts multiple services, is called a multiplex. The current list of stations available on our multiplex is: Drystone Radio, Sunrise Radio Yorkshire, Sunrise Gold, Your Ilkley and Your Skipton. More stations will be added in due course. To find out more about AireWharfe DAB please CLICK HERE
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VOLUNTEER WANTED: Want to be a Sports Commentator? Join the team, let your sport knowledge flow free, if you are interested why not get in touch: email@drystoneradio.com we look forward to discussing.
Did you know that Drystone Radio covers Ben Rhydding Hockey, Ilkley RUFC and Keighley Cougars matches during their playing seasons
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DRYSTONE RADIO PREVIOUS NEWS ITEMS FROM 2025
Salvation Army Toy Appeal 2025
The Drystone Radio Team were delighted to support the Salvation Army's toy appeal and we welcomed the opportunity to be involved,
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Drystone Radio Supports Future Careers at West Craven High School
Representing Drystone Radio, Our very own Brian J Wilkinson, was invited & very proud, to once again take part in the Year 11 Mock Interview Programme held recently at West Craven High School in Barnoldswick.
The event brought together professionals from a range of organisations, including local businesses and the emergency services, with representatives from the Police and Fire Service also in attendance. The aim of the initiative was to provide students with valuable, real-world interview experience as they prepare for the next stage of their education and future careers.
This marks the third consecutive year Drystone Radio has supported the programme, and it continues to be a rewarding experience. Engaging directly with the students was a pleasure, offering insight into their ambitions, career aspirations, and impressive level of focus and preparation.
The Year 11 students demonstrated confidence, enthusiasm, and a clear determination to succeed, reflecting positively on both the school and the programme itself. Their professionalism and commitment to shaping their futures were particularly noteworthy.
Drystone Radio would like to commend West Craven High School for organising such a valuable initiative and wishes all participating students every success in their future careers.
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Rudolf's Tractor Run 2025
Thousand of folk line the route from Otley to Skipton to see the annual 'Rudolf Tractor Run' It has raised thousands of pounds for charity and this year was supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice and Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Drystone Radio are pleased to support these two charities.
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Principle Trust Quiz 2025
Drystone Radio hosted the 2025 quiz for the Principle Trust and look forward to continuing our relationship with the Trust next year
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