Burnsall14 hrs agoFather of drowned girl tells of family's agonyPalwasha Akbar's father tells of the moment his family realised the 13-year-old was missing.14 hrs ago5 days agoTribute to girl who died after river rescuePalwasha Akbar, 13, who was from Bradford, loved reading and had "dreams and ambitions".5 days ago6 days agoMP urges national parks 'to act on water safety'MP Sir Julian Smith highlighted the issue following the death of a girl in the River Wharfe at Burnsall.6 days ago4 Jun 2026Tributes paid to girl who died after river rescuePalwasha Akbar, 13, is described as a star pupil at Bronte Girls' Secondary Academy.4 Jun 20261 Jun 2026Girl, 13, dies in hospital after river rescuePolice say the girl went missing in the river close to the Yorkshire Dales village of Burnsall.1 Jun 202630 May 2026'Disgraceful' parking leaves village gridlockedVisitors who flocked to Burnsall over the bank holiday weekend caused disruption for residents.30 May 202623 Aug 2025The fell race testing running's finest for more than 100 yearsThe Burnsall Classic began in 1908 and has featured runners such as Derek Ibbotson and Ricky Wilde.23 Aug 202518 Feb 2025Man drowned in 12ft river during family picnicInquest hears 33-year-old was with family when he disappeared at River Wharfe beauty spot.18 Feb 202512 Aug 2024Man dies after entering Yorkshire Dales riverThe man, thought to be in his 30s, went into the River Wharfe near Burnsall on Sunday afternoon.12 Aug 2024...
