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Saviour McGrath salvages draw
A biting wind and leaden skies brought autumn to Colwyn Bay yesterday but Yorkshire's hopes of an Indian summer were kept alive by a brilliant unbeaten innings of 127 from captain Anthony McGrath which forced a draw with Glamorgan after all had seemed
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The bigger they come the better we play, says Law
Nicky Law is confident that his City side can gain a result tomorrow against another of the relegated Premiership clubs. After Tuesday night's reverse at West Ham, Sunderland travel to Bradford on the back of two wins, after a run which had seen them
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Opposition forces city council to look again
ALL other possible school sites must be exhausted before a new Rawdon Littlemoor Primary can be built on playing fields off the A65 New Road Side. Leeds councillors said last week that the level of opposition towards the Education Leeds scheme, including
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Burley's day of delights
LARGE crowds are expected to head for Burley-in-Wharfedale this weekend to sample the horticultural delights of the 2003 Annual Show. Burley Gardeners' Assoc-iation has introduced a whole range of new classes in everything from baking to fruit growing
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Mum puts children on road to happiness
To see Karen Simpson bouncing a smiling baby on her knee they look like any other happy family. But the baby boy isn't Karen's son, he is one of the children she and her husband are fostering. Although Karen is quick to explain that any child in their
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Couple lead medical mission to Bangladesh
A husband and wife are leading a team heading out to Bangladesh to help deaf people. Dr Sheila Webb and husband Antony Tucker, with six others from the Airedale and Bradford hospital trusts, will spend a fortnight providing free surgery and training.
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Businesses sign off criminals
A high-visibility property marking scheme is being run by a Keighley business watch. Members of the Dalton Lane Business Watch have put up signs alerting would-be criminals to the existence of the business watch. The aim is to remind people that the businesses
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Surf net to crack crime
Computer users in Keighley are being urged to turn web super sleuths by using their mouse to crack crime. The public can now surf local images from CCTV and security cameras on a Crimestoppers page via the West Yorkshire Police web site www.westyorkshire.police.uk
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Keighley Show puts out challenge to pull teams in
Five-strong teams are being sought to take part in a tractor-pulling contest at next week's Keighley Show. A crate of beer donated by Timothy Taylor's brewery will go to the winners. The competition is among a packed programme of attractions lined up
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Singing mum faces TV trial after husband says karaoke is not ok
A couple have turned to television to resolve their karaoke conundrum. Tracey Hall's love of the Japanese entertainment is the root of many arguments between herself and husband Simon. The 37-year-old, who started singing as a child, performs karaoke
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Australian wants answers to family mystery
An Australian man has visited Keighley in search of the dark secrets of his mother's family. Trevor Freestone, 68, hopes Keighley News readers can tell him details about his ancestors' time in the town. His mother Ruth Decima emigrated to Australia at
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New unit assesses patients before surgery is carried out
A new pre-operative assessment unit has been set up at Airedale Hospital to improve patient services. The new unit will reduce the number of hospital visits patients have to make. The aims of the unit are to reduce cancellations, make best use of beds
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Anger over second-hand TV swap
A mother-of-four is furious after a television she was given to replace a broken one was clearly second-hand. Michelle Vaughan, of West Lane, Keighley, was given the replacement earlier this month by BrightHouse after the picture on her first set broke
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Calls for investigation into town's flooding problems
A council scrutiny committee could be set up to investigate Keighley's sewage and drainage system following the town's three summer floods. Cllr Andy Mudd (Keighley West, Lab) made the suggestion at a flood forum at St Anne's Community Centre, North Street
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Best man's friend is his owner
An Alsatian dog proved he really was man's best friend, by donning a bow-tie and acting as best man at his owners' wedding. The three and a half-year-old dog called Barney was given special permission to take part in the registry office wedding of Mick
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Panel investigates flooding problem
EFFORTS to prevent flooding in Bentham were discussed by the Craven Flooding Panel. Craven district councillors, who make up the panel, agreed to hold a site visit before their next meeting in Bentham Town Hall on September 24 to discuss the issues further
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Wendy puts pen to paper once more
WENDY Dowbiggin has picked up her pen and become the Herald's Bentham correspondent - 20 years after her family last submitted reports for the North Craven market town. Wendy, of Pinewood, first became our lady in Bentham in the early Sixties. She handed
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Mum keeps children inside because of garden concern
aEIGHTEEN months ago parents Lynsey and John Quayle won a long battle to get their family moved from a damp bedroom at a homeless hostel in Skipton into a suitable home. Two weeks after their plight was highlighted in the Craven Herald the couple and
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Dog owners could be named on in new fouling crackdown
A NEW panel has promised to get tough on dog fouling in Craven - and its first move was to pay for a second dog warden to patrol the district. Members of Craven District Council's dog control panel met for the first time to discuss ways of improving the
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Bands come out for two summer gigs
In recent years summer has become the time when Keighley bands come out to play. The revels continue with gigs by local outfits in Bradford tomorrow and Keighley next Saturday. First up is this year's second -- and biggest -- Boardfest showcasing bands
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Horrors of acid attacks portrayed
The realities of acid attacks on Bangladeshi women will be dramatically brought home to Keighley people tonight. Such assaults are the subject of two short plays from local youngsters during a multi-cultural concert at Victoria Hall. "Disfigured" and
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Swing bridge is so much better
SIR - In reply to the article by your unnamed correspondent relating to Bradley canal bridge and its teething problems, I would say it's a great shame instead of only reading about its down side we didn't read about its good points from the canal people
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Teenage girl dies in car crash
An 18-year-old girl was killed today in a car smash near Drighlington. The victim, who has not been named, was the front-seat passenger in a car which left the road on the A650 Drighlington bypass, close to the Gildersome roundabout. A police spokesman
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Three-hour blaze battle at garage
A fire at a motorcycle garage in Bingley saw more than 60 firefighters battle for three hours to get it under control. Firefighters were called to the blaze at Triple S motorcycle garage in Whiteley Street at 1.04am today. Fire crews from Shipley, Keighley
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Curry house gets £250,000 plan go-ahead
Plans for a £250,000 restaurant extension in Shipley have been approved by Bradford Council officials. Shipley Area Planning Panel said yes to the development of the Aagrah restaurant, in Saltaire Road, at its meeting yesterday. Mohammed Aslam, managing
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Down Memory Lane
The inauguration of Keighley Corporation Tramways' electrified system provided a rich opportunity for local postcard producers. This example shows the "first electric car" on a trial run at its Ingrow Bridge terminus, on September 16, 1904. It would be
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Plans row councillor faces inquiry
A top level inquiry has been ordered into complaints that the Deputy Lord Mayor of Bradford failed to declare an interest while a storm raged about controversial plans for five new children's homes in the district. The allegations against the chairman
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Junior football: ARK to provide new spark to league
ARK Electrical Services has highlighted its commitment to local sport after the signing of a 12 month sponsorship deal with the Craven, Aire & Wharfe Junior Football League. The fast-expanding league, first established in 1981, now has some 2,800
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Bowls: Lomax and Stone have that summer feeling
Silsden PF's Graham Lomax won the Skipton Sunday Summer Doubles for the second year running, but with a different partner in Sutton veteran, Doug Stone. After a long day at Addingham they defeated two of the Bradford Branch of Silsden PF Supporters Club
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Cougars: Eagles soar after swooping on loose play
INJURIES, missed tackles and the gifting of penalties to the opposition conspired to see Sheffield Eagles leapfrog the Cougars into second place in National League Division Two. The Cougars saw a 10-2 half time lead disappear in a devastating six minute
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Cougars: Gary Moorby's diary
IT WAS great to see over 1400 down at Cougar Park for the Sheffield game, I am just sorry we didn't take the spoils on the day. Believe me it wasn't without trying. There was a very disapointed dressing room after the game and we know we will have to
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Athletics: Hope runs away with it
KEIGHLEY runners were in among some of the best local athletes around as Burnsall Feast Sports held its classic and show events. Rob Hope (P&B) retained the champions trophy, edging out new British fells champion Rob Jebb by five seconds in a winning
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Cricket: Cup joy for Richard
OXENHOPE cricketer Richard Nichols was celebrating this week after his innings helped Bradford and Bingley claim the Priestley Cup in a pulsating final against Woodlands. His man of the match performance saw him hit an outstanding 91 before he was run
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Down to the wire
KEIGHLEY COUGARS coach Gary Moorby knows there is everything to play for as he prepares his side for their penultimate National League Division Two fixture on Sunday. The Cougars travel over the border to face a Swinton Lions side still harbouring their
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Kulatunga resigns for Barnoldswick CC
BARNOLDSWICK were celebrating on three fronts last weekend, with a Jennings Ribblesdale League double and the signing of Sri Lankan professional Jeevantha Kulatunga for next season. Kulatunga was stepping into some big shoes when he followed Australian
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Spin king Ahmed guns for Congs
Even Pudsey Congs have a bogey team, and they meet them tomorrow at the Britannia Ground. Baildon defeated the champions twice last season in the Bradford League, handing them their first setback of the campaign in late June and also beating them on the
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Paul calls for radical changes
Robbie Paul has slammed the "stupid" structure of Super League and called for a fundamental restructuring of the league calendar and play-offs format. The play-offs moved into a six-team format in 2002, giving one more club the chance to win a place in
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I'm staying put, says Paston
Mark Paston has shrugged aside interest from Premiership clubs and coolly insisted: "I am just staying focused on doing well for Bradford." The City keeper was handed a two-year contract by Nicky Law last month after an impressive trial spell. And following
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Firemen at the heart of danger
Whether trapped on a cliff ledge, up a pylon or down in a quarry, people can be safe in the knowledge that they may be saved by a fire crew - only one of three in West Yorkshire - trained to carry out such rescues. Firefighters at every station are trained
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Shame on NHS time wasters
Anyone who has tried to make an urgent appointment to see their GP knows how precious they are. Most GP practices are very busy. Appointments are booked up days in advance. However, if you are very lucky you might succeed in being slotted into a vacancy
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On This Day
In 1842, the Treaty of Nanking ended the first Opium War and gave the island of Hong Kong to the British. In 1885, Gottlieb Daimler patented the first motorcycle. In 1990, Iraqi president Saddam Hussein proclaimed that America could not defeat Iraq. From
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Plumber's wrench with locks for Laura
Crossflatts residents are flushed with the success of their campaign to help local teenager Laura Campbell. So much so that they invited a plumber to finish the fundraising drive by having his head shaved. Jonathan Alexander's scalping took place during
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Plug pulled on stores
Three local branches of retail giant PowerHouse were closed today after being axed by administrators in charge of the struggling group. Staff at the stores in Thornbury, Guiseley and Birstall were told yesterday that they were among 93 around the UK to
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Local WI members have film fully covered
Women's Institute members from the Keighley district are getting in on the act with the release of a film about a WI nude calendar. But the local women will keep their clothes on when they join in the promotion of the movie Calendar Girls. They will staff
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Pram race cashes in with £3,000
The great pram race through South Craven was a terrific success this year, with pirates, Noah's Ark and men in stockings and suspenders racing around the pubs. Twenty-seven teams of three took part in a bid to raise funds for the West Yorkshire Air Ambulance
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Jeff kept the wheels on the bus going round and round
Jeff Mitchell has retired as engineering manager at Keighley & District Travel's Suresnes Road bus garage, where he had worked continuously for 37 years. He had daily responsibility for the servicing and maintenance of over 100 buses. Sutton-born
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Internet couple go Dutch for first date
A Keighley man who forged a friendship with an American woman over the Internet, has met her at last -- but in a neutral country. Paul Preston, 29, has had to fly to Amsterdam, in Holland, to meet 19-year-old Victoria Clark, from Houston, Texas, six months
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Police chief's action pledge on child 'sex-ring'
A police chief has told of his determination to bring alleged child abusers before the courts. Keighley police divisional commander Supt Mark Whyman spoke out as the town's MP claimed the alleged "sex-ring" of Asian men grooming under-age white girls
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Residents win battle against development
RESIDENTS of Green Lane, Glusburn, have won their battle to prevent further development on land next to their homes which they say would increase flooding. An application to build three homes on the former paddock next to White Abbey had been amended
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Upset as A65 closes again for bridge repairs
THE A65 road is to be closed again just weeks after re-opening following major resurfacing works. This time Network Rail is shutting the main route to carry out emergency repairs to the rail bridge over the road in Hellifield. It could be closed from
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Worms and witchcraft at Bolton Abbey
ONE of the most popular events at Bolton Abbey's fete was the worm charming competition. In a metre square area of grass participants used a gardening fork to pierce the surface of the grass. They then moved the fork whilst in the ground, which apparently
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Burnsall Feast welcomes back an old friend
BURNSALL Feast loves tradition. So it was with some pride that president Len Horton was able to make his customary stride past the church to the village green at the head of Skipton Brass Band. The last time Skipton Band played at the Feast a nasty chap
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Planners approve 'exciting' design
AN "exciting and interesting" design for three houses at Cawder Green, Skipton, has been given the go-ahead. Councillors were divided over the application for the houses, which will be built on the site of two former shops and will incorporate eco-friendly
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Nurse saves life of friend
A DISTRICT nurse says she was just carrying out her job when she saved the life of a friend. Tony Marshall had gone into anaphylaxic shock after being stung by his own bees on Sunday. Fortunately for him, Lesley Chamberlain was off duty and at home. She
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Locals train for Great North Run
BEING 66 and partially sighted will not stop Peter Robinson raising funds for the Skipton charity that has helped him. Mr Robinson, of Sutton, will take part in the Great North Run, a half marathon of 13.1 miles, to raise money for Skipton and Craven
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Opposition mounts to railway masts
A RAILWAY company that intends to install 100ft masts around Craven's countryside has a fight on its hands. Craven District Council, the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority and various parish councils have united against the proposal from Network
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Parked cars cause more problems for pedestrians
MOTORISTS are abandoning their cars on the double yellow lines on Skipton High Street during market days, possibly because there is currently no traffic warden to penalise them. Skipton Police have received three complaints of parked cars, delivery wagons
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New assembly would mean the end of Craven Council
THE advent of a Yorkshire Parliament will bring about the end of Craven District Council. Craven will be swallowed up - by either North Yorkshire or Harrogate - if the region votes in favour of a Yorkshire and Humberside assembly thus bringing to an end
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Album review: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
Album: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club -- Take Me On, On Your Own Stop is not only the first single but also the first track from Black Rebel Motorcycle Club's second album. Perhaps the band should stop and offer something a little different. Take Me On,
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Video review: Two Weeks Notice
Video: Two Weeks Notice The perfect romantic comedy needs three ingredients: Sandra Bullock, Hugh Grant and a script peppered with sparkling one-liners. Two out of three ain't bad, I suppose and on video at least it makes for an enjoyable couple of hours
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Dalesfolk: Ron Byrer
YOU hear a lot of strange stories in this job but not many as unlikely as this: a man who considers himself to be lucky because he was buried alive almost 60 years ago. Because, above his head, an atomic bomb exploded, killing, burning and maiming thousands
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The Curmudgeon
FOR reasons that many of my more discerning readers will understand (thanks again, Mrs C) we have not seen hide nor hair of Teachers Tess and her husband Tim this past month or so: they are off in their converted barn in the Dordogne. And this has been
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Letters to the Editor
SIR - I have just read articles on pages two and three of last week's Keighley News that both show different aspects of policing in Keighley. On page two the manager of Chiltern Mills is disturbed, quite rightly, by what appears to be a "laissez-faire
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Drug taker 'was not given help'
A fairground worker died from a heroin overdose and was dumped in a ditch, an inquest heard. And drug-takers who were with Shipley-born Max Ling when he overdosed were neglectful in not helping to save his life, Halifax Coroner Roger Whittaker said. Detective
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Warden is scared off by owners
A council is strengthening its dog warden service after an officer resigned because he was scared off by dog owners. Craven District Council is to pump an extra £25,000 into its canine control service in a bid to clamp down on dog fouling. One officer
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Police in blitz on offenders
Special arrest squads were targeting criminals' homes today as part of a large-scale police offensive in the north of Bradford. The force's two-day Ring of Steel campaign aims to blitz large sections of the city, taking known offenders off the streets
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Surgeries count cost of missing patients
Bradford people are amongst the worst culprits for missing doctors' appointments, a survey has revealed. An average of nine GP appointments a week per surgery are missed in the region, compared to just four in the South East. And surgeries are left counting
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Police get tougher on offending bikers
Traffic police are getting tougher on motorcyclists who break the road rules, in the wake of a rise in biker deaths. Twenty motorcyclists have died on North Yorkshire roads in the first eight months of this year. It compares with 23 deaths for the whole
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Bobby is battered by gang
A teenage gang bludgeoned a policeman with a crow bar and broken bottle after he saw them getting into a stolen car. Detectives today branded the attack in Denholme as "despicable", saying the youths casually strolled away from the scene as the off-duty
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'Smell is driving my customers away'
A business owner claims a foul stench wafting through his premises is driving disgusted customers away. Robert Ellis, boss of R A E Auto Services, says the smell is so bad that people are being put off from bringing vehicles to be repaired and serviced
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Residents evacuated in inferno
More than 60 fire fighters tackled an inferno at a former tannery in Otley last night. About 20 residents from ten houses were evacuated during the blaze at the four-storey building which was in danger of collapsing. The remaining part of the building
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Replay for City - but result will be the same
Archive footage of Bradford City's first Football League match at Valley Parade will grace the big screen again - a century on from the day of the game. The four short films, featuring City's glorious 3-1 home defeat to Gainsborough Trinity, have been
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Cricket: Keighley slip in chase
KEIGHLEY missed their chance to further close the gap on Bradford and Bingley in the upper echelons of Bradford League Division Two table during their match with Salts on Saturday. They could only battle to a one point losing draw against a mid-table
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Cougars Academy: Cougars look to future as youth signs on
Keighley Cougars signalled their commitment to youth development by completing the signing on professional forms of eight local players. All 8 signed at half time during Sunday's home game against Sheffield having all impressed in this years fledgling
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Kobras seeking new blood
Bradford Badminton League side Keighley Kobras are on the lookout for new personnel as they look to build on their success. The club has just recently been awarded a Network Fund grant of £6200 which will be spent on the maintainence and upkeep of the
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Embsay marching on to title
EMBSAY continue to dominate the J P Mewies Craven Cricket League, a comprehensive nine-wicket win at Long Lee preserving their leadership of Division One. The 10-man Keighley side batted first and slipped to 51-7 before a little tail wagging got them
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Settle look to future with Morris signing
ROBIN Morris, an all rounder from Bombay in India, via Tanzania, Leicestershire, Cumbria, Kilmarnock and Bolton, is the man being handed the task of taking Settle cricket into a new era. The 26-year-old is currently earning his corn with Greenbank in
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Skipton CC prepare to celebrate
SKIPTON CC's 150th anniversary celebrations continue at Sandylands on Sunday when a Skipton President's XI take on Airedale & Wharfedale League President's XI. Ilkley's Phil Sant will lead the guest team, which will contain familiar faces in the shape
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Home debut for Wharfedale newcomers
WHARFEDALE go into their final warm-up game before their league programme begins with the visit of Halifax to The Avenue tomorrow (3pm), (writes Tony Simpson). As with last weekend's visit to Kendal, the Dalesmen have a squad which contains a sprinkling
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Letters to the Editor
SIR - I was the widow who "cheated death" (T&A, July 3) when my bungalow collapsed following a gas explosion, and I would just like to thank all my family, friends and neighbours in Low Moor for their help in my time of need. I would especially like
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Parents should take lead to stop this sex abuse
Keighley has become a focus of national attention after MP Ann Cryer's claims that a sex-ring of Asian men were grooming white girls for sex and prostitution. Her office has a list of more than 60 names of men who are alleged to have lured girls, some
