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Police 'monitoring' horse fair on Bradford park
POLICE are "monitoring" a horse fair that has arrived on a Bradford park. A member of the public spotted a number of people setting up in Odsal Village Green, off Stadium Road on Friday. The Telegraph & Argus visited the area today and spotted
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Police on hunt for man in connection with sexual assault
POLICE are on the hunt for a man who is wanted in connection with a sexual assault. West Yorkshire Police has launched an appeal to find Connor Dewhirst, 28, from the Halifax. He is wanted in relation to a sexual assault which is reported to
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Fire crews rush to blaze on house roof which took hold of solar panels
FIRE crews rushed to a blaze on a house roof which took hold of solar panels. The fire happened at a property in Middlegate Court, in the Bierley area of Bradford at 5.38pm yesterday. Firefighters from Odsal, Bradford, and Stanningley went
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YouTube sensation is heading for Bradford with new show
* WITH over four million followers on social media and one billion views on YouTube, Max Fosh videos are all about finding life’s loopholes and exploiting them. Following a hit debut tour and sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run, the comic and internet
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Looking for a family walk this summer? Explore Dalby Forest
DALBY Forest, near Scarborough , makes for an excellent walk through the woods. There is interest for children and adults alike as the forest is full of birds, animals and tall trees yet set up perfectly for both walkers and cyclists. There is
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Punk icons head for Piece Hall - find out why it's a special place to the band
LIFE on the road with The Stranglers is more ‘hot baths and vitamins’ than sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll these days. But after 50 years in the industry, the punk icons aren’t slowing down. “I remember people saying ‘I won’t be doing this in my 40s
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Hats off to summer - we look back at the marvellous creations you have made
Hats off to summer. The holidays are here. If you're looking for ways to amuse the kids why not make some hats? Here we look at some of the creations made by Bradford youngsters over the years.
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We look back at The Peel pub - which had an intriguing ‘fathers’ seat’
IN the latest of his look backs at old Bradford pubs, DR PAUL JENNINGS profiles The Peel: This Telegraph & Argus photograph from 2008 shows the Peel at the corner of Longside Lane and Richmond Road being prepared for the end. An all too familiar
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Man arrested as pedestrian fights for his life after crash
A MAN has been arrested and a pedestrian is fighting for his life after a crash. West Yorkshire Police has launched an appeal for witnesses after a collision on Wakefield Road, in Huddersfield, outside Trugym at 6.10am on Friday. It involved
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Eco-friendly kitchen units are made from recycled yoghurt pots and coffee cups
MILESTONE Design Ltd in Ilkley - T&A Trader of the Week - makes kitchens from recycled materials. Founder Julian Richards tells us about the business: We’re proud to be the UK’s first producer of totally green kitchens made from recycled
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When Bradford was public transport pioneer: Golden era of trams and trolley buses
WE all know that train connectivity in the whole of the North of England, not least in Bradford, suffers greatly from poor investment and unacceptable service, but it is not quite the same story when it comes to local transport services. Just look
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Spare a thought for the Strictly professionals - they need a duty of care too
STRICTLY is like football. With sequins. Week in, week out, loyal fans lap up the drama, the thrills and skills, the heartbreak, the injuries, the team work, the losses, the wins - and spend half the year waiting for it to start all over again.
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Ahead of new football season, we look back at City fans over the years
The European Championships are over, but for football fans it’s only just beginning... With the new football season starting next month, we’ve dipped into the archive for photos of City fans. Recognise anyone you know? Gearing up for a
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Neighbours legend brings one-man show to Bradford
NEIGHBOURS royalty Ryan Moloney has left Ramsey Street after 30 years of playing one of the Australian soap’s most beloved characters, Toadfish Rebecchi. But fear not, Neighbours fans, because Ryan is heading to Bradford with his show, Toad on
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All you need to know about Ilkley Lido and Pool - prices, opening times and more
When the temperature gets a little too much in summer, you might be thinking of paying a visit to Ilkley Lido and Pool to cool off. Surrounded by scenic views of the Yorkshire Dales, it was recently named among the most “refreshing” UK lidos to
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Long-standing family business acquires Trust Ford Bradford
A MOTOR group has acquired Trust Ford Bradford, part of the world's largest Ford dealer group, Trust Ford. On July 1, Leeds-headquartered DM Keith Motor Group completed the acquisition. Trust Ford operates in more than 60 sites in the UK.
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Job fair for female recruits calls for businesses to exhibit
Yorkshire charity Smart Works Leeds is calling for businesses to exhibit at its Women Into Works Jobs Fair in Bradford on September 24. The event, hosted at Bradford City Football Club's ground, provides a pool of female talent for businesses seeking
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Trio of museums recognised with prestigious national accreditation
Kirklees Council has received the Full Museum Accreditation Award. Administered by Arts Council England, each of the council's museums, Tolson Museum, Bagshaw Museum and Oakwell Hall in Birstall, including the Kirklees Collections, are recognised
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Yorkshire Dales mountain with 'scenic panoramic views' among UK's best to climb
How much do you love the outdoors? A mountain in the Yorkshire Dales offering “scenic, panoramic views” from the top has been revealed among the best in the UK. Pen-y-ghent, usually climbed alongside Whernside and Ingleborough as part of Yorkshire
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Record-breaking bug bounty hunter graduates from Bradford University
A recent University of Bradford graduate who works as a 'bug bounty hunter' says he is excited about his future as he looks to stay in the UK and secure a job in information security. Nikhil Rane, 24, completed a one-year MSc in Cyber Security
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School's 'Lisa look' tribute to honour much-loved teacher retiring after 35 years
A BRADFORD school pulled out all the stops to send a long-time teacher off into retirement with some special memories. Lisa Reilly officially retired this week after working 35 years at Russell Hall Primary School, on West End, Queensbury.
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Bradford barbers is best in Yorkshire and could be crowned national champion
A BRADFORD barbers has been named the best in Yorkshire after receiving a prestigious award and could become a national champion. Cube Barbers was voted the “Best Barbers in Yorkshire” title at England’s Business Awards on Sunday, at a ceremony
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Huge amount of takeaways in Bradford undermines healthy eating push, meeting told
COUNCILLORS have discussed the difficulties of promoting healthy eating in areas where takeaways sell buckets of deep-fried chicken, chips, and a fizzy drink for just £3. Public health officers have also expressed “frustrations” at how little control
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Widow speaks of devastation as husband dies just 12 days after cancer diagnosis
A WIDOW has spoken of her devastation as her husband died just 12 days after he was diagnosed with cancer. Chris Weston was given the heartbreaking news he had pancreatic cancer on January 4 this year, aged just 64. He sadly died less than
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How to have your say on plans to improve section of canal towpath
PEOPLE are being urged to have their say over long-awaited planned improvements to a section of canal towpath. A public consultation has been launched over the proposed upgrade of the two-mile stretch, alongside the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, between
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'Cops & Cars' event in aid of Andy's Man Club and emergency services charity
A ‘COPS & Cars’ event will be held to raise funds for two worthy causes. The event, organised by 1965 PTSD Awareness, is back for a third year and promises to be “bigger and better”. The organisation was set up by Ben Pearson, a former Bradford
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Man on way back from Appleby Fair was drunk and disorderly near Skipton
A MAN on his way back from Appleby Fair was arrested in a village near Skipton for being drunk and disorderly, heard Skipton Magistrates Court. Jason Gorton was arrested in Gargrave early on June 14 after residents called police about a man in
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Bradford footballer thrilled to be at Thackley after mentally challenging time away
BRADFORD footballer Tawheed Ahmed has got the move he wanted in singing for Thackley. The Dennyboys have added the 23-year-old winger to their ranks after he impressed manager Danny Forest whilst at fellow NCEL Premier Division side Tadcaster Albion
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Pub that goes the 'extra mile' vying to be named best in Bradford
A PUB with an ethos of "going the extra mile" is vying to become the best in Bradford. Q Gardens, on Pearson Street in Odsal, is one of 10 nominated for the Telegraph & Argus' Best Pub 2024 competition. Readers were invited to share their favourite
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Garber back to winning ways after edging all-Bradford bout on home soil
BRADFORD heavyweight boxer Dan Garber got back on the winning trail last weekend after his devastating first-round knockout defeat against teenage sensation Moses Itauma in March. It was a totally homegrown affair last Saturday, with the Cedar
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Jer Lane shocked at Park Avenue as they blow Finals Day shot against Morley
MORLEY will be playing in the Bradford Premier League’s Rigg Bash T20 Group A Cup finals day on home soil after stunning Bradford side Jer Lane at Park Avenue on Thursday night. The Division One side faced an almighty task to try and beat the Premier
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ANGLING LINES: All Wright on the bite for runaway winner at Moor Monkton Pools
Here are this week's angling lines from Leeds and Listerhills: LEEDS & DISTRICT A.S.A. The result of the last match at Moor Monkton Pools saw D. Wright win with 160lb 9oz. Second place came in with 93lb 6oz, while third, A. Warren, managed
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Wing wizards among ELEVEN absent for Widnes as depleted Bulls loan Hull KR teen
BULLS continue to be left frustrated over Jayden Okunbor, with the winger the headline absentee from their 20-man squad to face Widnes in the Betfred Championship this weekend. He is set to sign permanently from Hull F.C., after a successful loan
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Bradford icon Bateman completes shock move to Warrington from NRL
BRADFORD native and England international John Bateman has completed his long-awaited loan move to Warrington for the rest of the season. But nothing had been officially announced, even though another former Bulls superstar in Sam Burgess, now
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Yorkshire getting ready to rename Headingley as England legend joins club
Global sports partnerships specialists Sporting Group International (SGI) has been appointed by Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC) to lead a search for a Stadium Naming Rights Partner for its Headingley Cricket Ground. Home to YCCC since 1890
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Bantams predicted to finish fourth as MK Dons pip them to automatic promotion
Surprise package Tranmere Rovers will be crowned League Two champions, with Doncaster Rovers and MK Dons also securing automatic promotion back to League 1, according to InstantCasinos’ AI Supercomputer. City have been predicted to do well, but
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City new boy trusts boss Alexander that Austria pain will be worth the gain
Bantams defender Neill Byrne is still recovering from a gruelling week in Austria, but he trusts that his new manager Graham Alexander is spot on about the players feeling the benefit by the time their League Two campaign kicks off at MK Dons next