That's all we've got time for today - thanks for spending the last few hours with us. I'm back with our Local Live service from 07:00 tomorrow.
In the meantime, let's look back at five things we didn't know about North Yorkshire when we woke up this morning:
The most serious crimes in North Yorkshire will now be tackled with the help of Cleveland Police. A Major Investigation Team has been set up to bring the two forces together
Former Malton-based apprentice jockey Freddie Tylicki remains in a stable condition in intensive care in hospital after falling from his horse at Kempton races yesterday
York City have a new striker who'll hopefully grab enough goals to help the Minstermen climb up the National League
To finish with, here are four pictures we've had sent in by some of our lovely BBC Weather Watchers over the past 24 hours.
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From top left and in a clockwise direction, they are images of Crimple Viaduct in Harrogate sent in by Gary Brown, Buckden sent in by Jooles, a leafy picture at Castle Howard from Avocet and finally the view out over the North Sea from Scarborough courtesy of Gynantonix.
Go-ahead due for Scarborough's starring role in Tour de Yorkshire 2017
Scarborough's set to host part of next year's Tour de Yorkshire cycle race, with the final go-ahead expected to be given by councillors within days.
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It would be the third year running the famous seaside town has been the location for a start or a finish for the prestigious competition.
Former RAF base could be site for major new housing development
An area of North Yorkshire's been earmarked for a big new housing project, it's emerged.
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The former RAF Church Fenton site's going to be explored as a potential new "Garden Village" development, which could mean anything from 1,500 to 10,000 new homes being built there.
The government's asked local authorities across the UK to identity possible new sites, and Church Fenton's been chosen since it's already close to road and rail links.
This is "just an expression of interest" and "no decision has been made", according to Selby District Council.
The merged police unit will investigate murders, rapes and serial armed robberies across the county.
It will work from bases in both Harrogate and Middlesbrough and also feature a "cold case" unit of nine people to tackle what the police call a "growing area of operations".
North Yorkshire Chief Constable Dave Jones says the new team "will ensure that our communities receive a strengthened service which is readily available when most needed".
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The new Major Investigation Team is about having the best possible resources available to serve and protect our communities."
Yorkshire's Gary Ballance lacks confidence - Michael Vaughan
Gary Mills' overhaul of his York City squad continues, with the club just announcing the signing of 20-year-old striker Robbie McDaid until the end of the season.
The Northern Ireland Under-21 international signed a two-year deal at Leeds United back in 2014, but never made a first team appearance.
However, in January this year he joined Lincoln City on loan, scoring four goals from three starts and 13 substitute appearances.
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Employment rights for people with additional needs 'a huge problem' - Thirsk MP
Nathan Turvey
BBC Radio York News
You may have read earlier about Thomas Cullen's trip to Westminster to speak to MPs and groups about the problems people with additional needs face when trying to get a job.
Thomas, from Thirsk, has Down's Syndrome and has struggled to find work.
Yesterday he and mum Carolyn (pictured) went to Westminster to meet representatives from influential groups such as the charities Mencap and Scope.
Also at the meeting was Thirsk and Malton MP, Kevin Hollinrake, who tells me it went very well:
Firework patrols see police and council join forces for first time
The pilot scheme is due to run on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 November, and will see council officers and police taking part in firework enforcement patrols.
This effort will run alongside regular police patrols and the usual weekend noise patrol, the council says.
David Carr, City of York Council leader, says: "Because of their potential danger, misuse of fireworks could result in a fine of up to £5,000 or a maximum six months prison sentence. For safety's sake, be aware of the do's and don'ts and, if in doubt, refer to the firework code."
I ain't afraid of no ghost!
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
It seems the Ghostbusters were in action in Harrogate yesterday:
Archaeological remains at wetland sites across the world could be at risk of being degraded and lost to environmental change, say scientists based in North Yorkshire.
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University of York researchers carried out experiments demonstrating how changing conditions in wetlands were destroying ancient organic material.
Concern about Star Carr was raised after excavations in 2006 to 2007 showed that materials had broken down.
The site, dated to about 9,000 BC, became famous precisely because of the preservation of material found buried deep in the peat when it was discovered in 1948.
There's currently queuing traffic in both directions at the Layerthorpe Bridge junction.
Jockey in intensive care after accident at Kempton
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
The former Malton-based champion apprentice jockey Freddie Tylicki remains in intensive care with suspected spinal injuries after a horrendous fall in a flat race at Kempton yesterday.
In total, four horses unseated riders in a collision on a bend.
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Fellow jockey Jim Crowley, who was also injured, was released from hospital overnight.
The four horses involved were unhurt.
New red-eye train to link London with North Yorkshire
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
Great news if you fancy going to watch a show and don't want to pay for a hotel in the capital...
We're promised 5,000 extra seats between York and London over the course of a week.
It'll feel noticeably colder, with highs in towns and cities of just 10C (50F).
Watch my full forecast here:
Listen: Man takes employment rights fight to Westminster
Joanita Musisi
Reporter, BBC Radio York
At the start of the summer we told you about Thomas Cullen from Thirsk, a young man with Down's Syndrome who wanted a job.
He made a film for Facebook asking for work and it attracted 40,000 hits. As a result, Thomas did get a job although it's since fallen through.
So now he's taking things one step further.
Yesterday, Thomas and his mum Carolyn went to Westminster to discuss how difficult it is for him and other young people with additional needs to get work.
I've been to see them this morning to find out how they got on:
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- The most serious crimes in North Yorkshire will now be tackled with the help of Cleveland Police. A Major Investigation Team has been set up to bring the two forces together
- A man from Thirsk who has Down's Syndrome has been to Westminster to campaign for better employment rights for people with additional needs
- Former Malton-based apprentice jockey Freddie Tylicki remains in a stable condition in intensive care in hospital after falling from his horse at Kempton races yesterday
- York's to get firework enforcement patrols for the first time to make sure people are kept safe during Bonfire Night
- York City have a new striker who'll hopefully grab enough goals to help the Minstermen climb up the National League
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- Borough councillors are expected to confirm a decision soon for Scarborough to host part of next year's Tour de Yorkshire cycle race
- York's to get firework enforcement patrols for the first time to make sure people are kept safe during Bonfire Night
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David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
That's all we've got time for today - thanks for spending the last few hours with us. I'm back with our Local Live service from 07:00 tomorrow.
In the meantime, let's look back at five things we didn't know about North Yorkshire when we woke up this morning:
To finish with, here are four pictures we've had sent in by some of our lovely BBC Weather Watchers over the past 24 hours.
From top left and in a clockwise direction, they are images of Crimple Viaduct in Harrogate sent in by Gary Brown, Buckden sent in by Jooles, a leafy picture at Castle Howard from Avocet and finally the view out over the North Sea from Scarborough courtesy of Gynantonix.
Go-ahead due for Scarborough's starring role in Tour de Yorkshire 2017
Scarborough's set to host part of next year's Tour de Yorkshire cycle race, with the final go-ahead expected to be given by councillors within days.
It would be the third year running the famous seaside town has been the location for a start or a finish for the prestigious competition.
It's already been announced that the town will again play a part in the Tour, but this has yet to be ratified by all of Scarborough's borough councillors.
They're due to meet next week when they'll be told it'll cost about £150,000 to host the event in April.
They'll also hear that this year 30,000 spectators watched the race as it finished on the North Bay - and it boosted the economy by more than £600,000.
Former RAF base could be site for major new housing development
An area of North Yorkshire's been earmarked for a big new housing project, it's emerged.
The former RAF Church Fenton site's going to be explored as a potential new "Garden Village" development, which could mean anything from 1,500 to 10,000 new homes being built there.
The government's asked local authorities across the UK to identity possible new sites, and Church Fenton's been chosen since it's already close to road and rail links.
This is "just an expression of interest" and "no decision has been made", according to Selby District Council.
Forces unite to solve major crimes
Cara Thorpe
BBC Radio York News
A little more now on the story we brought you earlier about the North Yorkshire Police force joining up with Cleveland Police to help solve some of the most serious crimes.
The merged police unit will investigate murders, rapes and serial armed robberies across the county.
It will work from bases in both Harrogate and Middlesbrough and also feature a "cold case" unit of nine people to tackle what the police call a "growing area of operations".
North Yorkshire Chief Constable Dave Jones says the new team "will ensure that our communities receive a strengthened service which is readily available when most needed".
Yorkshire's Gary Ballance lacks confidence - Michael Vaughan
BBC Sport
England cannot pick "shot for confidence" Gary Ballance for the forthcoming Tests against India, says former England captain Michael Vaughan.
Yorkshire's Ballance scored 24 runs in four innings as England drew last month's Test series in Bangladesh 1-1.
The 26-year-old scored 590 runs in his first 10 Test innings but averages 18 in his last eight.
Vaughan said: "He's not looking like anything the player he was when he first came into international cricket."
North Yorkshire's weather: Plenty of sunshine this afternoon
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
It's an improving picture for North Yorkshire this afternoon.
Any lingering patches of fog will clear and we'll see plenty of sunshine.
However, it'll feel a lot cooler with temperatures only reaching about 10C (50F).
Your headlines this lunchtime
Sarah Wakefield
BBC Radio York News
The top stories from our York newsroom this lunchtime include:
McDaid joins Minstermen until end of season
David Ward
MatchDay Live presenter
Gary Mills' overhaul of his York City squad continues, with the club just announcing the signing of 20-year-old striker Robbie McDaid until the end of the season.
The Northern Ireland Under-21 international signed a two-year deal at Leeds United back in 2014, but never made a first team appearance.
However, in January this year he joined Lincoln City on loan, scoring four goals from three starts and 13 substitute appearances.
Listen: Sheriff of York understands Fifa poppy ban
Julia Lewis
Presenter, BBC Radio York
Talks are being held between the Football Association and Fifa to decide whether England and Scotland players will be allowed to wear poppies during their World Cup qualifier on Armistice Day.
Fifa has reportedly banned players from having them on their shirts at Wembley because it sees them as a political symbol.
On BBC Radio York this morning, I was joined in the studio by the Sheriff of York, Jonathan Tyler.
He told me he appreciates why world football's governing body is averse to players having poppies embroidered on their shirts:
Watch: In search of North Yorkshire's perfect sausage
Joanita Musisi
Reporter, BBC Radio York
Believe it or not, this week is British Sausage Week.
Being the breakfast reporter on BBC Radio York means I'm always up way too early and regularly have to go without the most important meal of the day.
So, when I was offered the opportunity to go out in search of North Yorkshire's best bangers, who was I to say no?:
Scarborough Athletic have chance to go top
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
What a greater incentive than the possibility of going to the top of the table...
Employment rights for people with additional needs 'a huge problem' - Thirsk MP
Nathan Turvey
BBC Radio York News
You may have read earlier about Thomas Cullen's trip to Westminster to speak to MPs and groups about the problems people with additional needs face when trying to get a job.
Thomas, from Thirsk, has Down's Syndrome and has struggled to find work.
Yesterday he and mum Carolyn (pictured) went to Westminster to meet representatives from influential groups such as the charities Mencap and Scope.
Also at the meeting was Thirsk and Malton MP, Kevin Hollinrake, who tells me it went very well:
Firework patrols see police and council join forces for first time
As Bonfire Night draws nearer, York City Council says its officers will be working with the police for the very first time to tackle firework-related incidents and give advice.
The pilot scheme is due to run on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 November, and will see council officers and police taking part in firework enforcement patrols.
This effort will run alongside regular police patrols and the usual weekend noise patrol, the council says.
David Carr, City of York Council leader, says: "Because of their potential danger, misuse of fireworks could result in a fine of up to £5,000 or a maximum six months prison sentence. For safety's sake, be aware of the do's and don'ts and, if in doubt, refer to the firework code."
I ain't afraid of no ghost!
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
It seems the Ghostbusters were in action in Harrogate yesterday:
Wetland archaeological sites at risk
Victoria Gill
Science reporter, BBC News
Archaeological remains at wetland sites across the world could be at risk of being degraded and lost to environmental change, say scientists based in North Yorkshire.
University of York researchers carried out experiments demonstrating how changing conditions in wetlands were destroying ancient organic material.
Their work focused on the Mesolithic site of Star Carr in North Yorkshire.
Concern about Star Carr was raised after excavations in 2006 to 2007 showed that materials had broken down.
The site, dated to about 9,000 BC, became famous precisely because of the preservation of material found buried deep in the peat when it was discovered in 1948.
Traffic and travel: Delays on Foss Islands Road
BBC Travel
Drivers are being warned to expect delays on the A1036 Foss Islands Road in York at the moment.
There's currently queuing traffic in both directions at the Layerthorpe Bridge junction.
Jockey in intensive care after accident at Kempton
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
The former Malton-based champion apprentice jockey Freddie Tylicki remains in intensive care with suspected spinal injuries after a horrendous fall in a flat race at Kempton yesterday.
In total, four horses unseated riders in a collision on a bend.
Fellow jockey Jim Crowley, who was also injured, was released from hospital overnight.
The four horses involved were unhurt.
New red-eye train to link London with North Yorkshire
David Ward
BBC Local Live, York
Great news if you fancy going to watch a show and don't want to pay for a hotel in the capital...
We're promised 5,000 extra seats between York and London over the course of a week.
West Yorkshire's weather: A drier and brighter day
Abbie Dewhurst
Weather Presenter, BBC Look North
We'll see drier and brighter conditions today, with some good spells of sunshine.
It'll feel noticeably colder, with highs in towns and cities of just 10C (50F).
Watch my full forecast here:
Listen: Man takes employment rights fight to Westminster
Joanita Musisi
Reporter, BBC Radio York
At the start of the summer we told you about Thomas Cullen from Thirsk, a young man with Down's Syndrome who wanted a job.
He made a film for Facebook asking for work and it attracted 40,000 hits. As a result, Thomas did get a job although it's since fallen through.
So now he's taking things one step further.
Yesterday, Thomas and his mum Carolyn went to Westminster to discuss how difficult it is for him and other young people with additional needs to get work.
I've been to see them this morning to find out how they got on: