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Watkins has Spring in his step
Airienteers got their O-Lite Spring Series under way last Saturday at Calverley Woods. Steve Watkins of Baildon ran out the winner of the longest course (green) with a sparkling run in 37min 08sec, over four minutes ahead of English international
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Parsley hopes truth will come out over Celts' demise
Farsley Celtic bit the dust this week but it will be a long time before that dust settles. The bid to buy the Throstle Nest outfit out of administration by Celts life-president John Palmer and associate John Farrell was rejected for a final time last
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Clubs facing vote to join Mutual League
Two clubs are battling to fill the vacancy in Group C of the Bradford Mutual Sunday School Cricket League. That gap is currently filled by a blank date in the fixtures but Bradford Property Rentals (BPR) B and Bowling Baptist are to face a vote at Monday
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Yorkshire could be unknown quantity in May
Martyn Moxon has admitted that he still does not know which players he will have available for the first two months of Yorkshire’s county season. There are still plenty of ifs and maybes within the White Rose squad because of the success of
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Something has to give at Rawdon Meadows
The first of this season's Bradford Sunday Alliance League Cup semi-finals are staged at Rawdon Meadows on Sunday (11am) when the Amateur Cup takes place. Both matches take place simultaneously, and Division 3B pacesetters Stanningley Albion, who are
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Cougars know the value of control
Barry Eaton has already noticed the increasing quality Keighley Cougars are facing having been promoted from Championship One last season. Head coach Eaton said ahead of their Co-operative Championship home debut on Sunday against Leigh Centurions: “
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Pupils trained as guides
Bradford pupils have been trained as guides to take visitors around a powerful new exhibition focusing on the human tragedy of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima. Kokeshi: Stand Up, Speak Out, Make A Difference explores the story of Sadako Sasaki, who died
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Nuisance resident code is drawn up
New standards on tackling anti-social behaviour are to be agreed by Bradford Council, social landlord Incommunities and West Yorkshire Police. They will set out the levels of service local residents can expect when they report rowdy neighbours
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Could you solve artwork mystery?
Archivist Alex Jackson is hoping Telegraph & Argus readers will help him solve a possible £1 million mystery. Mr Jackson believes he has an unsigned oil painting by 19th century French artist Maurice de Vlaminck but to prove it he needs to find out how
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Sowerby just glad to be at Whistler after heavy fall
Jane Sowerby is realising her ambition to become a British Paralympian just seven weeks after an injury threatened to put her dream on hold for another four years. The 34-year-old sit-skier took her place in a seven-athlete British alpine skiing team
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Bulls fit for challenge
The Bulls will not be pounded into submission. After watching his side come back from a 20-0 deficit to defeat Super League leaders Wigan last week, Steve McNamara is confident his side can now take the knocks. Mental toughness has played its part but
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Pyjama girl 'instigated the sex'
A 16-year-old student, who is alleged to have raped a 15-year-old girl at a New Year pyjama party, told a court that she had instigated the sex. The teenager, now 17, who denies raping the girl and sexually assaulting her, told Bradford Crown Court today
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Wood takes over at Bradford helm
Laurence Wood has been elected president of the Bradford Union for this season, succeeding Ian Page. Born in Liverpool, the 12-handicapper’s golfing career started at West Lancashire Golf Club at an early age. He joined Preston in his twenties before
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Crown green recruits needed
Age is no barrier in crown green bowls yet, with fewer juniors getting involved, many clubs in the Bradford area are struggling for members. The season is fast approaching, with some leagues starting early next month, so anyone interested in taking up
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Beating Warriors sets us up nicely
Jamie Langley column Last week’s win against Wigan was pretty unbelievable. It was definitely a game of two halves and you don’t see many comebacks quite like that. I think the win at Salford the week before helped out because that was a tight game
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Death of club who reached for stars
The football pyramid system was introduced with the best of intentions. For decades, non-League clubs had bashed their heads against the glass sealing beneath the professional game. The re-election process, where the rest of the old Division Four voted
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Oh what a circus, oh what a show!
Sorry Becks, I didn’t clock the custom-made boots. I gave up watching the Man United game straight after half-time when Wayne Rooney slotted home his second goal. So I missed the ceremony of the David Beckham farewell tour. Not that I didn’t see plenty
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Davis Cup humiliation should not be a surprise
I have never claimed to be a tennis buff. But it’s safe to assume that losing to Lithuania is the equivalent of being beaten by the Isle of Man at football. Now I see that failure to get past that other tennis superpower Turkey in a dunce’s play-off
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Games can't come quick enough for Liversedge
Last weekend’s blank Saturday could not have come at a more inappropriate time for Liversedge boss Sean Regan and his players. In the previous four games, Sedge had banked a maximum 12 points and turned their Northern Counties East League Premier Division
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Deacey swoops for Farsley pair
Avenue boss John Deacey has snapped up Farsley Celtic players Dominic Krief and Ryan Serrant following the demise of the Throstle Nest club. Midfielder Krief and left back Serrant join the Horsfall squad which was bolstered last week with the addition
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On your marks for Bradford City Run
Schoolchildren were under starters orders as they helped unveil the new half-marathon Bradford City Run. A group of 120 pupils at Heaton St Barnabas Primary School stood in formation to create the logo for the 13.2-mile run at its finish line in Lister
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George is impressed with pupils
Children at The Froebelian School in Horsforth celebrated World Book Day with a visit from local author George Algar. They attended classes to hear him explain the story behind his book The Shepherd Lord and read extracts. Mr Algar said: “It was wonderful
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Pudsey pub joins quiz record attempt
A Pudsey pub is looking to make it into the record books by taking part in the world’s biggest pub quiz. The Farmers, in Bradford Road, will be hosting a quiz night on March 25 as part of the bid. Staff at the Thompson travel agents
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Brier delight at being proved wrong
When Town took top spot in the Northern Counties East League Division One last month, manager Mark Brier suggested it could be a brief visit to the summit. He was keen to ensure no one got ahead of themselves but, with his side still heading the table
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Friday, March 12, 2010
The following have been dealt with by Bradford Magistrates: The following have been dealt with for not having a television licence (£175 fine, £75 costs unless stated): Lynn Foster, aged 45, of Poplarwood Gardens, Ravenscliffe, £30 fine. Marcin Gabruck
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McCall for life
Stuart McCall has accepted an honorary life membership of the City Trust. Chairman Alan Carling said: “We wanted to recognise his unwavering commitment to the City cause and his immense contribution over the years. “We wish him all the best for the
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Stars come out to reward youngsters
There are now only five days left to snap up tickets to Bradford’s star-studded Young Citizen Awards. The Bradford Council-run event, which celebrates the achievements of young people, will be given out next Wednesday, at a ceremony at St George
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Mill youth centre gets £5m boost
A dilapidated Bradford mill will be turned into a “world-class” youth centre after £5 million in funding was secured. Culture Fusion has got the go-ahead six months after a ‘myplace’ grant was earmarked for the project by the Department for
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It's hi-tech 'game on' at conference
Female computer buffs from across the world will be travelling to Bradford to attend the Women in Games Conference 2010 later this month. The international conference, now in its seventh consecutive year and hosted by Bradford College and the University
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GRID open for more business
A network of popular enterprise support centres for new and growing businesses in Bradford is being expanded. The third Bradford GRID centre will open in Low Moor next week to serve Bradford South. The enterprise hubs offer business facilities from
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Farnaz nominated for top award
A Bradford businesswoman has been shortlisted for a young enterprise award by the Asian Business Network. Farnaz Kahn, 30, who owns eResponse Media Ltd will compete for the title against three other nominees. The mother of four set up her direct marketing
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David joins Quarmby line-up
David Jones has been appointed head of business development at Ilkley-based Quarmby Construction, a company run by his namesake David Jones. Mr Jones has joined Quarmby after working with both regional and national contractors in Yorkshire. Company
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School is aiming for Olympic joy
Pupils at Appleton Academy, Wyke, have won a national challenge to design and plan a National Handball Centre for the 2012 London Olympics. Pupils in the academy’s Science, Technology and Maths (STEM) Club were chosen out of 73 schools to be
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Customers and profits up again at Morrisons
Belt-tightening shoppers seeking value for money helped Morrisons to cash in on the tough economic climate last year. It means new chief executive Dalton Phillips will inherit a business in good shape, giving him a head start over his main rivals, when
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Getting into scriptwriting
Ever watch the TV, a play or film and think, ‘I could do that’? Well now you can. Following successful autumn workshops in Otley, Bradford-based actor, writer and director Irene Lofthouse will be running introductory scriptwriting workshops Scripts And
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Front-row seat for a blockbuster
I don’t know how much they’re paying National Media Museum boss Colin Philpott, but it’s a fair guess that when he negotiated his remuneration package he requested “best office in Bradford”. And got it. I have had occasion to be in the vicinity of Mr
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City must be better connected
It is far too early to get excited over the Government’s plans for a £30 billion high-speed rail network. Of course the prospect of the country eventually being linked up by trains travelling at around 250 miles per hour is attractive. But we have been
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Creating fashion with a function
Sandra Hunt proudly brandishes a crisp white invitation – By Royal Appointment. She and 400 representatives of the British Clothing Industry have been invited to meet the Queen at a special reception at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday. For Sandra, it is
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Friday, March 12, 2010
25 years ago: Bradford health watchdogs condemned the Government’s decision to raise prescription charges to £2. 50 years ago: A Bradford doctor suggested that nurses should work longer hours, saying a five-and-a-half day week was no good to
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Taylor: Home win would be heaven-sent
Peter Taylor wants City to treat the home fans tomorrow before enjoying the “heaven” of a blank week. Aldershot’s visit is only the second game at Valley Parade since Taylor took charge. After five away trips in his first three weeks, the Bantams boss
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'Coward' driver jailed for killing Olympic hopeful
The mum of a talented Bradford sportsman has branded the Polish driver who killed him “cowardly” as he was finally jailed for leaving her son dying in the road. Lukasz Banasik, then 23, had no driving licence or insurance when he crashed into
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Pension demo on 'lost' rights
Careers advice staff in Bradford are to protest next week about the takeover of the service by another private company which could see half of the employees lose their existing pension rights. The Aspire-i workers, who provide guidance for young people
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'No foundation' to rumours of Caisley comeback
Peter Hood has dismissed speculation linking former chairman Chris Caisley with a return to the Bulls. Reports have suggested Caisley intends to resume active involvement with the club, four years after Hood succeeded him in the hot-seat. Although he
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Hot-shot pairings go head to head
Jermaine Beckford and Rickie Lambert, the two highest scorers in League One, face a fascinating shoot-out at St Mary’s Stadium tomorrow. Leeds sharp-shooter Beckford and Southampton hit-man Lambert have stockpiled 27 goals each this season, the United