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Richmond challenge over Carbone contract
Geoffrey Richmond today denied national newspaper reports that new signing Benito Carbone can escape from his four year contract if Bradford City are relegated from the Premiership. And, the City chairman challenged the three newspapers which printed
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Welcome bid to cut accidents
Just about everyone who drives any distance has a horror story to tell of the dangers of over-tiredness: of eyes growing heavy, concentration slipping, sometimes even head nodding, and coming round to find the car swerving between the lanes. It is a nightmare
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Transplant support group's job search
A new boss is being sought by a Keighley organisation which helps transplant patients, their carers and families. The Transplant Support Network, which is based at the Temple Row disabled people's centre, is looking for a part-time chief officer. The
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Cor! Love a duck
Hundreds of bright yellow plastic ducks floated down the River Wharfe when the Keighley Sea Cadet Unit staged a fundraising race. It was launched from the Cavendish Pavilion bridge at Bolton Abbey by international concert pianist John Briggs, the unit's
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Guide to fairness
The Government has launched a new guide aimed at improving regulations in the business world. The document outlines seven steps to good policy making and is designed to ensure regulations are fair, meaningful and easier to understand. Prime Minister Tony
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Don't go abroad for cheap cars
A Keighley car dealership is aiming to buck the trend of buyers heading overseas in the hunt for cheap vehicles. Following reports that cars can be bought for 25 per cent less money on the continent, Colin Appleyard Cars said it was offering up to 30
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You'll not disturb this car
An ingenious new crime-prevention idea has been launched in Gomersal to deter car thieves. The "do not disturb" style sign will hang from the rear-view mirrors of cars to inform would-be thieves the vehicle is empty of valuables. Featuring the police
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Take a rest and live
It's not often drivers stopping at a motorway service station are offered a cup of coffee for free. But motorists taking a break at Cleckheaton's Hartshead Moor Services on the M62 were offered just that - in a bid to help keep them alive. Surprised motorists
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I needed plastic surgery after knife attack, says mum
A mum had to undergo plastic surgery to her face after she was slashed with a knife on her doorstep, a court heard. Cheryl Atkins also suffered a cut to her right arm when she was confronted by three men all armed with knives last October. She told a
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Odeon cinema sold to a mystery buyer
Bradford's Odeon cinema has been sold to a mystery buyer. Odeon Cinemas said today the building had been sold, following its closure last month after 70 years of screening films in the city centre. Regeneration chiefs welcomed the news but said they had
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For £48 it's not been a bad little motor
When David Peckover bought the Standard A10 Saloon in 1968, it cost him the princely sum of £48. Now he would be lucky to buy a tyre for the same price. But despite the rise in inflation, Mr Peckover is preparing to spend thousands of pounds having his
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Hit-and-run suspects named by public
Officers hunting a hit-and-run quad biker who injured a young boy have had several calls from members of the public naming two possible suspects. Nasar Ashraf suffered a broken leg after being knocked down in an alleyway in West Bowling, Bradford, on
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Danger dogs clamp call
A teenager has been left scarred and traumatised after being mauled by a Japanese Akita dog - the second attack by a fighting dog in a matter of days. Yesterday's incident in Bradford sparked a call by the father of one victim for the breed to be placed
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Schools schedule due to be approved
Top councillors were today expected to approve a timetable for bringing in a private company to take over the district's education services. Bradford Council's executive committee members were to hear a presentation from consultants, Pricewaterhouse Coopers
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Snooty customers drove me from city
A hairdresser who says his life in Oxford was made a misery because of his Yorkshire accent it to cut his losses and head back north. Michael Stead, 43, and his partner Carol Hewitson, claim they are a living testimony to the North-South divide after
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Parents' shock as bus is withdrawn
Getting to school will be a nightmare for children with the cancellation of a bus service, claim parents. They say the removal of the 652 service, operated by First Bradford, will cause major problems for pupils at St Mary's Comprehensive School in Menston
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Man left badly injured by gang
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 24-year-old man was attacked by a gang of youths in Keighley. The incident took place at 7.30pm on Sunday on Bradford Road near Mr Shine's Carwash in the Stockbridge area. The man suffered rib and lung injuries
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'Internet copying is theft'
A Bradford-based law firm has called for industry and politicians to join forces in order to fight copyright theft over the internet. Last Cawthra Feather - which also has offices Shipley and Ilkley - said as more people logged onto the web, increased
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My crusade on marriage may cost me my job
Outspoken Keighley MP Ann Cryer today vowed to continue her campaign against forced marriages in the Asian community - despite fearing it may result in her losing her seat at the next election. She said she would continue to champion the cause of young
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Shop's festive plea
The Imperial Cancer Research Fund shop needs staff to run the shop during the run-up to Christmas. Anyone interested should call into the Skipton store in Caroline Square to meet manager Karen Maddox or call (01756) 799820 for more details.
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Spen youngsters good sports
Dozens of children have taken part in a range of activities at Whitcliffe Mount Sports Centre in Cleckheaton. The events, including badminton, rollerskating and football, were part of summer activities at the centre which run every day until September
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Patients get a 'gateway' to fast treatment
Patients will be dealt with and treated more quickly thanks to the introduction of a new "gateway to the wards" facility at a general hospital. A new ward is being set up at Airedale General Hospital, Steeton, to speed up the treatment of accident and
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Motor madness in store
Motorbike madness will hit Shipley on Sunday, when the annual Bikefest takes place. White Rose Motorcycle Club is hosting the third annual fundraising event from 11am at Shipley Social Club, Saltaire Road. It will be held in conjunction with Bikesafe
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Pensioners' call to open short-cut
Elderly Queensbury residents are lobbying Bradford Council to unblock a back road they claim has been used as a thoroughfare for decades. About 50 people have signed a petition calling on the authority to make the ginnel from Nelson Street to Chapel Lane
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Patients set to gain from drugs savings
Savings made on the cost of prescriptions for Bradford patients can be targeted towards treating illnesses such as heart disease, the district's drugs advisor said today. Prescription drugs dispensed in Bradford last year cost the health service about
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'Swat team' flies in for wasp explosion
Pest control officers are working round the clock to deal with thousands of pleas for help after an explosion in wasp nest numbers across the district. And today they warned the public to beware and not attempt to tackle the problem alone. Bradford Council's
