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Rafiq in five-star display for Yorkshire
Young guns Azeem Rafiq and Oliver Hannon-Dalby led a superb Yorkshire bowling display on the first day of their two-day friendly against Derbyshire at the 3 Ws Oval in Barbados today. England under-19s captain Rafiq returned five for 21 with his off-spin
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O'Brien back for City reserves
Rotherham reserves 2 City reserves 0 Irishman James O’Brien marked St Patrick’s Day by playing his first Bradford City match since early January but the reserves were unable to call on any luck of the Irish as they lost 2-0 at Rotherham in
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Heath hooked on life in England
Only five months into a two-year contract, Heath L’Estrange can already see his long-term future in England. The bubbly Bulls hooker has revelled in a new country, new competition and new club since making the switch from Australia late last year. Inevitably
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Baildon house that kept on growing
When Stuart and Janet Brook first saw their new home in Baildon in 1985, it was just a hole in the ground. “This was our first house purchase, so the excitement of owning our first house, and it being a new one, meant so much to us,” says Stuart. The
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Scheme is a lifeline for Soheel
A Bradford electrical retailer has become the first in the area to use new Government funding to take on a promising 17-year-old who impressed during work experience. SS Audio Vision has recruited Soheel Amjid as an apprentice at its James Street store
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Pace ace hopes to impress on tour
Steve Patterson is hoping to repay the Yorkshire management for the faith shown in him and the other White Rose first-team hopefuls. Patterson, 26, is one of a number of pace bowlers hoping to secure their berth after several seasons vying it out with
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Charitable approach to business
Charity workers are being helped to become more commercially aware by Bradford business academics in a pioneering scheme. The aim is to help the Foundation social exclusion charity increase its turnover to £14.5 million by 2012 through winning new contracts
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‘Gunman was out of jail on licence’
An alleged gunman accused of blasting one man to death and shooting another was out on licence at the time of the offence, a court was told today. Ernest Wright, 68, of Howarth Crescent, Bradford, denies murdering Neville Corby and badly injuring his
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Bike crash boy still critical
A 16-year-old boy left fighting for his life after a crash on an off-road bike remained in a critical condition today. Josh Ward suffered serious injuries when his ‘pit’ bike was in collision with a silver Ford Fiesta in Yeadon. It is believed he was
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Torbett holds all the aces
It’s a once-in-a-lifetime achievement for many a golfer but Jack Torbett has holed in one an amazing NINE times. The Bingley St Ives member added to his collection of aces in March when his seven-iron at the club’s 135-yard seventh went straight
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‘Obsessive’ man is jailed for assault
A controlling and obsessive man, who bit and punched his girlfriend and took a meat cleaver to the hostel where she had sought refuge, has been branded a ‘considerable risk’ to women by a judge. Jailing Steven Stamp for four years at Bradford
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Gill is running in memory of brother James
The sister of a man who died of liver cancer aged 25, is to run the London Marathon in his memory. James Fisher lost his battle against the disease in August 2000 after a diagnoses two years earlier. According to his sister, Gill Capstick
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Bradford - so good you could eat it!
This giant cake made by chefs at the National Media Museum is to be served up as part of Bradford’s City of Film celebrations. The massive orange sponge was to be displayed at today’s civic reception at City Hall before being moved to the museum in time
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No joy for Bradford in derby clashes
Right On Cue Bradford’s billiards teams suffered a double whammy at Huddersfield as both slipped to defeat in the YORKSHIRE INTER-DISTRICT LEAGUE. Second-placed Bradford No 2 faced Huddersfield No 1 and were on the wrong end of a 5-2
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Ash eager to make up for lost time
Right up until the opening whistle of his return match, Ash Wood didn’t think he would ever play rugby again. The odds had been stacked heavily against the 22-year-old West Bowling star, who had feared he would be permanently disabled after suffering
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Near miss for Bradford in title tournament
Bradford under-12s were denied title glory by a single goal as they finished runners-up to Ben Rhydding in the Yorkshire Youth Hockey League championship tournament at Pocklington. It meant Bradford were not quite able to complete a remarkable full house
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Platt back for Hull trip
Michael Platt has been named in the Bulls' 19-man squad for Friday's trip to Hull FC. The utility back replaces youngster Jason Crookes in the only change from the group that travelled to Warrington last week. Having come through 40 minutes in the under
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Rhydding on the up in title pursuit
Ben Rhydding sealed their dreams of promotion to the National League with a superb 7-0 home victory over Oxton. The performance left men’s first-team coach Demi Dowley and manager Mark French struggling to contain their emotions at how far the team have
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Clough hat-trick proves decisive
Goal ace Matthew Clough added another hat-trick to his collection as Bingley Bees produced a storming second half to beat Thirsk 2nds 3-0. Thirsk had the better of the first half but a combination of weak finishing and excellent goalkeeping by Adam Hinchliffe
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Banishing lines the hi-tech way
If your beauty cabinet is brimming with half-used anti-ageing products that once promised to be the next big thing in zapping wrinkles, you’re not alone. But when eye creams and DIY facial massages just aren’t enough, beauty gadgets can be a pain-free
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Help to find ‘the one’ for your big day
Just like meeting the man you’re exchanging your vows with, they say when you’ve found THE dress, you ‘just know’. But you still might have to kiss a whole bunch of frogs first and wriggle your way into gown after gown until you find your perfect
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Ilkley bidding to keep the Abi habit
Ilkley Karate Club members have made a successful start to their sporting year. Renowned champion Jade Miller ended 2009 with golds in both the kata and kumite disciplines, and began 2010 with the club’s first trophy haul, including a bronze medal for
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Man held in hunt for Mohammed Rayaib killers
Detectives have arrested a man, 22, in connection with the killing of 19-year-old Mohammed Rayaib who was stabbed to death in Gladstone Street, Bradford Moor, early yesterday. The suspect will be questioned later today, said a West Yorkshire
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Keighley stage excellent Taekwondo show
The Tae Kwon-Do School of Excellence held their fourth annual invitational contest at Keighley’s Martial Arts Academy as more than 80 competitors fought for 48 trophies. Visiting guests, The Tae Kwon-Do Settle Dragons, fielded a strong squad, making
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Six move closer to Academy place
Barney Gibson (Pudsey Congs) and Mustahsan Ali Shah (Idle) have taken a step towards a Scholarship contract with Yorkshire County Cricket Club. Both have been invited to the Men’s Gold Level nets at the Yorkshire Cricket Board’s Pathways to Cricket Excellence
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Can you un-lock the past?
Brenda Harry has written: I am wanting to contact anyone who has information on the following family. Charles Henry Clark was Lock Keeper at Dowley Gap from the 1850s until his death. His daughter Mary (called Polly) married George Nobbs. Sarah Ellen
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Harris lands Masters doubles title
Unity veteran Neil Harris continued his strong doubles partnership with Chris Bartram of Kent by clinching the over-40s title at the Northern Masters in Blackpool. The fourth-seeded pair, who have done well together for the last two seasons, beat Cheshire
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Bradford backing for aquathlon
JCT600 have announced their sponsorship of the Leeds & Bradford Junior Aquathlon, and budding triathletes from across the region will compete at The Grammar School at Leeds on May 9. The event, which started in 2003, is open to youngsters
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City of Film events
The City of Film launch takes place tomorrow afternoon at City Hall. It’s the beginning of an exciting programme in Bradford to celebrate the award of the UNESCO accolade. Thursday, March 18 * The Lord Mayor’s Civic Reception, City Hall,
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Sporting variety is on offer
Sports Roundabout, in conjunction with designated sports college St Mary’s School at Menston, are providing multi-activity sports courses for youngsters aged from five to 13 during the Easter holidays. There is a three-day course at the school from
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Dawson's confidence has good foundation
James Dawson was in confident mood at the Yorkshire Age Group Swimming Championships at Leeds and Sheffield. The 14-year-old from Embsay came home with no less than four gold medals from the 100 mres and 200m breaststroke and the 200m and 400m individual
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Bradford Film Festival events
All eyes will be on Bradford over the coming days as the City of Film gets its official launch alongside the delights of this year’s Bradford International Film Festival. The BIFF has its widest reach yet, with venues spread across the district
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Places to help your career path
Where to learn film-making in Bradford and beyond. * University of Bradford Undergraduate courses, including BA Film Studies, BA Media Studies with Cinematics. Postgraduate Courses, including MA Digital Cinema, MA Media Studies.
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Where to find help with your funding
So you’ve got a killer idea. You’re girlfriend will be the leading lady. Your dad will make the set. Even your mum said she’ll be in your movie. How are you going to finance it? Funding opportunities generally come from organisations such as
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We’ve got location, location, location
Bradford might not be Hollywood yet, but give it ten years. The aim of the City of Film is to make Bradford a hub of film-making by 2020. To be honest, though you might not have noticed it yourself, we’re halfway there already. And that’s thanks in no
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Three Cs the key in learning curve
Enjoying film might seem like a passive activity, but for those with a passion to find out more about movies, there are a wealth of opportunities in the Bradford district. As part of the City of Film project, a body called the Learn Task And
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The scene’s now set for a boom in the tourist trade
Getting Bradford behind the City of Film is only half the mission – the rest of the world needs to know about it, too. To that end, a dual marketing slogan is being worked on, which is simplicity itself on the surface but cleverly speaks volumes about
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Elaine says goodbye to estate team
The manager of the Good Neighbour Project in Holme Wood, Bradford, has retired. Elaine O’Connell and her colleagues have helped many of the estate’s elderly residents to live independently in their homes through the services they provide. Activities
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A cinematic history that can beat even Hollywood!
Why Bradford? Why not? Aside from the huge work that the bid team put in to secure the City of Film title from UNESCO, and the programme of events, both immediate and long-term, which is being unveiled this week, Bradford has a long and illustrious history
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‘We’ll take film out into district’s communities’
As you might expect for the head of the National Media Museum, Colin Philpott is evangelical about Bradford’s City of Film status. And his enthusiasm is infectious. Sitting in his office on the top floor of the museum building, which affords panoramic
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Councillor ensures footpath funding
A Guiseley councillor has enabled funding for the development of a new disabled access footpath at Greenbottom Park in Guiseley. Councillor John Bale has dedicated nearly £5,000 from Council funds to help improve access to the park. The funding will
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An opportunity for us to grasp with both hands
You might expect the world’s first UNESCO City of Film to be LA, London, Mumbai or Cannes. You’d be wrong. Welcome to our Bradford, home to a fabulous film heritage, world-class festivals, stunning locations and film’s national museum at its
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The following have been dealt with by Bradford Magistrates: Harun Hussain, aged 24, of Abaseen Close, Thornbury; drink-driving, taking a car without the owners consent, driving while disqualified, nine months’ community order with electronic monitoring
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Saltaire Wurlitzer in the spotlight
The Saltaire Wurlitzer organ is soon to celebrate a year since its instalment at Victoria Hall. In the past 12 months it has been filmed for a BBC pilot TV show and has been regularly featured on radio broadcasts. It is likely to be included in the
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The following planning applications have been lodged with Bradford Council: Addingham: construction of an extension to front and conversion of existing garage to kitchen/utility room, 16 Nursery Lane. Addingham: construction of conservatory to rear,
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Golden girl Anne encourages pupils
British Olympic hope Anne Bochmann gave Year Seven pupils a swimming lesson at Dixons Allerton Academy. The 17-year-old took time out of her training schedule to visit the Bradford school as part of the Wells Sports Foundation Sporting Ambas-sador programme
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Sign in with B&B
Bradford & Bingley, who are celebrating 100 years as members of the Bradford League, are holding their first ever signing-in sessions at the clubhouse tomorrow evening. The club, which will run ten teams in the new season, invite under-13s between 6pm
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Kate joins the expert tax team
Kate Aitcheson has joined expanding specialist operation Clough Taxation Solutions, part of Cleck-heaton and Keighley chartered accountancy firm Clough & Company, as a tax manager. A chartered tax advisor, Kate previously worked at KPMG in Leeds. She
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Brewery toasts its success
The Ilkley Brewery Company has scooped a hat-trick of awards for its ales. Following its gold medal success at the Society of Independent Brewers northern region competition, its Mary Jane ale won a bronze in the National Beer Competition. Mary Jane
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Bradford research company to issue new shares
A pharmaceutical research company has confirmed plans to raise new capital through the issue of new shares to raised around £2m. Syntopix Group, based at Bradford university’s Insti-tute of Pharmaceutical Innovation, will place nearly three million ordinary
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Top lawyer Susan keen to put females in the NEWS
A female lawyer is leading the development of a new group devoted to promoting the interests of Bradford’s women entrepreneurs. Susan Clark, a partner at Bradford-based Last Cawthra Feather, wants the Network for Enterprising Women’s Success
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
25 years ago: Bradford brains were behind a new development which could see the city leading the world in training people to do better jobs. 50 years ago: A budgerigar held up Bradford County Court when it escaped from a cage that had been
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Instructor let herself and us all down
It is almost unbelievable to learn that a motorcycle instructor was almost four times the drink-drive limit during a lesson – and even fell off her bike three times because she was so intoxicated. Yet the behaviour of Sandra Kenyon is, sadly, all too
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‘Working together is key to progress’
The six-year history of Bradford Centre Regeneration was a story that started with an ambitious masterplan and ended with a world-class park on the verge of delivery. To some observers, it was a concept that brought about closer working between
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Young at heart of peace study book
A four-volume encyclopedia on peace studies, which has taken five-and-a-half years to put together and includes an introduction by the Dalai Lama, has been unveiled in Bradford. Professor Nigel Young, of Hetton, in the Yorkshire Dales, has
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Sums are wrong
Sir – There appears to be a rumour about in the country that Vince Cable would make a good Chancellor of the Exchequer. This is quite incorrect as he has a major flaw; he is a Liberal Democrat. His political party advocated the UK join the euro from
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Title says it all!
SIR – Only in Bradford would the Council, against the wishes of the people who pay their wages, vote to demolish the Odeon, the largest cinema of its type in the North, then con UNESCO into believing that our city is forward-thinking enough to be a City
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City Park puzzle
SIR – Your report on the Bradford Chamber of Commerce annual policy priority survey (T&A, March 5) highlighted what has been obvious to many for some time, that Bradford city centre is tired and in desperate need of proper regeneration. Although it did
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A BBC turn-off
SIR – Let’s hope the BBC can really cut down on some of the crass programmes they’ve produced in the recent few years – such as Robin Hood, Hotel Babylon and Lark Rise To Candleford. We want quality, not garbage! Gary Lorriman, North Walk, Harden, Bingley
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The burden behind the Drax power
We rarely give electricity a second thought. It’s the lifeblood of our daily lives and we take it for granted – the lights are on, the microwave works and the computer is allowing me to type this. Without a thought, we switch on the TV,
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Change the rules
SIR – The Conservative party has been embarrassed by revelations that its donor, Lord Ashcroft, may previously not have been entirely up-front about his tax status, and so it should be. But the same is true of the other parties, which all accept huge
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Evidence is clear
SIR – The row over Lord Ashcroft is as much to do with propriety as it is to do with political party finances. Ashcroft is not just any old donor. He is the key player behind the Tory marginal seats strategy. He is also the Conservative Party deputy
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Who will pick up pensions liability?
SIR – The fact careers officers serving the Bradford community have been denuded of their pensions by their former employer Bradford Council is bad enough, but the organisation selling their futures on is also misleading us. As the chairman of Careers
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Folk troubadour has Daintee delivery
There’s a treat in store for fans of jazz, folk and blues music when Daintees frontman Martin Stephenson (pictured) takes to the stage at Korks Wine Bar and Brasserie in Otley tonight. The show is part of the venue’s True Troubadours season. Martin,
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Drunken instructor fell off bike three times
A drunk motorcycle instructor fell off her bike three times as she gave a lesson in Bradford, a court was told. On the last occasion, her pupil heard her cry out through the headphone link: “Ow, I’ve hurt my leg!” Police found two bottles
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Kendall vows to add energy to City front line
Confident Ryan Kendall is ready to slip Peter Taylor’s City revolution into another gear. The rookie Hull striker trained with the Bantams for the first time and declared his intention to race into the side to face Hereford. Kendall,
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We lost control, admits Orford
Matt Orford reckons the Bulls need to start showing more respect. Defeat at Warrington proved hard to swallow, especially as Bradford need look no further than themselves for the cause of their downfall. A complete lack of ball control
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Leeds goal difference a key point
Leeds United’s superior goal difference could hold the key to automatic promotion. Chairman Ken Bates believes it is worth an extra point – a view that is reinforced by the statistics. Although Leeds are just five points ahead of third-placed Charlton
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VIDEO: Teenager screamed in terror as gang stabbed him to death
Shocked neighbours have described how a teenager let out a “blood-curdling scream” as he was stabbed to death in a targeted attack. Mohammed Rayaib, 19, collapsed in the street near his home in Bradford Moor after being “butchered” by a group
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VIDEO: Nightclub revenge gunman gets 13 years
A man who injured three revellers with a sawn-off shotgun after being thrown out of a Bradford nightclub was yesterday jailed for a total of 13 years for that offence and drug-dealing. Omar Shah threatened to come back and shoot door staff
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The signs are good, says Anne
Seven new road signs to officially announce Bradford as the City of Film have been going up on routes into the city centre. They mark Bradford’s designation as the world’s only UNESCO City of Film and they have been unveiled in the week that
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Councillors to study free bus pass issue
Councillors have recommended a feasibility study be carried out on changes to the authority’s free school transport policy. Bradford Council’s Young People and Education Improvement Committee last night voted in favour of the study.
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Guiseley suffer shock defeat after penalty shoot-out
Guiseley 1, Barnoldswick Town 1 (after extra time) Barnoldswick won 4-2 on penalties Guiseley were knocked out of the West Riding County Cup at the semi-final stage tonight by lower-ranking opposition, despite Barnoldswick Town finishing with ten
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Corby hat-trick spurs Eagles to big win
Worsbrough Bridge Athletic 1, Eccleshill United 5 Eccleshill United bounced back from their seven-goal hammering at the weekend in fine style as they comfortably won the battle of the basement two in Kool Sport Northern Counties East League Division
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Children are given taste of world culture
Pupils at Russell Hall Primary School, Queensbury, got a taste of the great Bard during their creative arts week. Actors in the Young Shakespeare Company visited the school for a performance of Midsummer Night’s Dream. Other events