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Firm loses in buy-out fight
A hostile bid for Bradford firm British Mohair Holdings has won the day despite opposition from the company. Dutch private investment firm Browallia has taken control of the company after buying out the shares of bid rival Camellia for 163p each. It now
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Waste seminar was a success
Bradford firm Steve Maslen Associates held a seminar for the UK's leading figures in the composting industry. The seminar, held at the Humber Crown Hotel, Hull, attracted 80 delegates who heard about recent research findings and developments in the industry
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There's nobody in the lake, say police
Police today appealed for help to solve the mystery behind reports of a young boy having fallen into a Bingley lake. The scare sparked a major underwater search, pictured. But Inspector David Drucquer said: "We've carried out a thorough search and are
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Drawing up the battle lines again
The battle to save Bradford's green fields is no sooner over than it's starting again. But those who previously lost their fight to save the district's idyllic countryside have been warned their new campaigns may be doomed. Much of the land previously
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'Don't sell drugs to my Charleen'
The mother of Charleen Goodey has told how drugs transformed her "loving and bubbly" daughter into an angry teenager with no goals in life. Charleen, 18, known as "Char", died when she was struck by a car in Halifax Road, Bradford, in April 1999. Coroner
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Guided buses spark fear of rat run peril
Families fear their streets will become perilous rat runs when Bradford's first guided buses travel along Manchester Road. They believe car drivers will take to the surrounding streets to avoid the £9 million scheme in which buses will run down the centre
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Queensbury hold on against late surge
Queensbury almost let victory slip at home to Birkenshaw in the Premier Division. Leading 32-1 with just 15 minutes to go, Queensbury had used all their substitutes when two players were injured which reduced them to 11 men. Birkenshaw hit back to make
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City chief rejects talk of transfers
Chairman Geoffrey Richmond has dismissed suggestions that Bradford City are poised to bolster their squad. They have been linked with Scotland internationals Colin Hendry and Christian Dailly. Coventry centre back Hendry and Blackburn's defender or midfield
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Vanzie's fearing a tough one
Bobby Vanzie says fear of his opponent will bring out the best in him when he defends his Commonwealth lightweight title on October 9. Vanzie faces the unbeaten Commonwealth super-bantamweight champion James Armah from Ghana at the Everton Sports Centre
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We're going for glory!
Bradford Bulls coach Matthew Elliott has promised a more expansive approach from his side as they bid to get their Grand Final bid back on track against arch rivals Leeds Rhinos on Saturday. His side have been criticised in recent weeks for the way they
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New plans still don't fit the bill
The latest plans for the Provincial House site in Bradford have now been submitted to the local authority. Serious reservations were expressed by individuals and organisations the first time St James Securities unveiled plans to bulldoze the Abbey National-owned
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On This Day
In 1916, the Grand Duchess George of Russia visited Saltaire. In 1938, the liner Queen Elizabeth was launched at Glasgow. In 1940, Germany, Italy and Japan signed a mutual military aid pact. From the Telegraph & Argus of September 27, 1975...Rock
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Extra school bus after pupils left stranded
An extra school bus is to go into service after overcrowding left pupils having to walk miles to get to a new secondary school. On at least three days last week the B74 service for Immanuel Community College, Thackley, was full by the time it set off
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'We want support to stay local'
Bradford Chamber of Commerce is lobbying to keep support for small and ethnic minority business in the City when the West Yorkshire Small Business Service is set up in April. Chamber president Judith Donovan, pictured, told members that talks had taken
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Purpose-built print
A businessman who started a printing firm as a one-man band is now creating new jobs as he invests £2 million in purpose-built premises. As the business takes delivery of the latest £1.2 million printing equipment at the new factory in Drighlington, Jason
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RSPCA anger at circus's cruelty claim
The RSPCA is threatening legal action against a circus which is displaying hoardings alleging that the charity caused suffering to animals. The hoardings carrying the message "RSPCA Gave the Police Three Dogs to Kick and Torture" have appeared outside
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New Deal chiefs look for pay law loopholes
Leaders of a £50 million inner city regeneration scheme are trying to find a legal loophole so the volunteer board members can get paid. Twelve elected residents sit on the powerful New Deal for Communities board. Together with professionals from the
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If you knew sushi like I know sushi!
Bradford-born chef Clive Fretwell has turned his sights away from his home city's famous curries to concentrate on an exotic taste of the Far East. For Clive has become a master chef in preparing sushi - based on Japanese fish and rice dishes - and now
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New plans to demolish city office block
Developers today stepped up their bid to bulldoze Bradford's towering Provincial House and replace it with a bar and restaurant complex. St James Securities has submitted an amended planning application to Bradford Council for the multi-million pound
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Now it's Dracula the ballet spectacular
Black eyeliner and blood red lipstick are nothing new for Alhambra theatre-goers. After all, it has played host to the Rocky Horror Show. But fangs? Members of Whitby Dracula Society were resplendent in their Gothic finery for last night's opening of
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Family's 'phone home' plea to depressed dad
The wife of a depressed shopfitter has put out a desperate plea for him to phone home after he went missing eight days ago. The anxious family of Derek Norwood, from Wharncliffe Crescent, Eccleshill, said he has never gone missing for long periods before
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Gentle giant Jack has stayed at home for 25 years!
Heavyweight Jack Taylor today told for the first time how he had locked himself away for more than 25 years because he is so shy about his 50-stone frame. The gentle giant - who stands a towering 6ft 3ins tall - hasn't been beyond the confines of his
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Letters to the Editor
SIR - As a retired nurse, I feel I must question the assurances made by the Directorate of Personnel at the Community Health Trust that needs are being met within the district nursing service in Bradford (T&A September 18). When will the powers-that-be
