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Deacey dismissal takes its toll late on as Avenue lose unbeaten tag
Bradford Park Avenue 1, Stalybridge Celtic 3 Avenue tasted defeat for the first time in Blue Square Bet North tonight when Stalybridge Celtic ended the Bradford club’s unbeaten start in their sixth league fixture and leap-frogged them in
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Hospital thief ‘can expect jail term'
A man who robbed an elderly stroke victim of her engagement ring as she lay terrified in her hospital bed has been warned by a judge to expect a substantial term of imprisonment. Robert Ziga, 29, of Oak Villas, Manningham , Bradford, was today
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Cancer specialists win conference funding
Two cancer specialists from Airedale Hospital have won funding to make a fact-finding trip to an international conference in Vienna this month. Carl Booth, lead pharmacist for cancer services and clinical trials was awarded £2,000 when his presentation
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Leaders Guiseley hoping to maintain that gap
Blue Square Bet North Division leaders Guiseley headline a busy night of action for the local semi-pro clubs tomorrow. Guiseley opened a slight gap with a 3-1 home win at the weekend, giving them a better goal difference than second-placed Brackley
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Momentum is with us now says Finbow as GB reach quarter-finals
Bradford's Peter Finbow believes Great Britain have their found their rhythm when it matters most after a third straight Paralympic wheelchair basketball victory. After a narrow defeat to Germany and heavy loss to Canada, Finbow admitted he
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Armitstead named in GB squad for World Road Championships
Olympic road race silver medallist Lizzie Armitstead from Otley has been named in Great Britain’s 12-woman squad for the Road World Cycling Championships in Limburg, Holland from September 15-23. Only seven of the squad, which also includes
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Yorkshire want to make Hodd deal permanent
Yorkshire are hoping to sign Sussex wicketkeeper Andrew Hodd permanently after an impressive couple of performances in the LV= County Championship. The White Rose hierarchy are also exploring the possibility of taking him to next month’s
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Man arrested after raid on Ravenscliffe house
A house in Delius Avenue, Ravenscliffe , Bradford, was sealed off last night after a man was arrested on suspicion of burglary. Police officers guarded the property and two scientific support vans were parked outside. White suited forensic officers
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Plaque honours Victorian philanthropist
Former employees of two mills are being invited to the unveiling of a tribute to a Victorian philanthropist. A Blue Plaque will be unveiled in October in recognition of the importance of former mill owner Jonathan Peate, pictured right, in the
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College’s support centre for new artists
A former shop has been transformed into a business support centre for artists and designers. Inc. Creative will be based in Cavendish Street, Keighley , and will provide a display space for local artists following its official opening this Thursday
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Appeal for volunteer ‘buddies’
A Bradford organisation is calling for good neighbours to volunteer as “buddies” for elderly people. Bradford Shares is looking for drivers, gardeners, tea-makers, pianists, flat-pack builders, bingo callers as well as over-55s willing to link
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Jagger's brace gets West Bowling's cup run rolling
West Bowling started the Bradford Sunday Alliance League’s cup ties a week earlier than the rest of the Premier Division. Their Sunday Senior Cup first-round tie yesterday produced a five-goal thriller against Sandy Lane, with Joe Jagger hitting
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Tyersal's season kick-started by Bailey solo strike
Tyersal – who had taken just one point from their first three West Riding County Amateur League outings – put their indifferent start behind them to topple early Premier Division pacesetters Hall Green United 1-0. Andrew Bailey secured
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It's clear Vision will be a Premier Division force
Vision made a winning start to life in the Spen Valley League Premier Division with a thumping 6-1 win over Bradford. Ben Stockwell and Anthony Wales scored two goals each and Chris Lever and Adrian Simpson were also on target. Asib Gulzar responded
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Calverley win to turn the corner
After a sequence of five defeats at the end of last season’s Yorkshire Amateur League, Calverley were delighted to beat last season’s relegated side Shire Academics 4-3 in Senior Division B. Phil Gathercole was in superb form with all
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Armed robbers strike at Bradford petrol station
Police are hunting two men who raided a Bradford petrol station today armed with what was believed to be a machete. It happened at Chellow Heights Service Station on Haworth Road at 3.20am when the robbers demanded cash from staff at both tills
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Appeal over Keighley man's asbestos-related death
The devoted wife of a man who died from an horrific asbestos-related cancer is appealing for his former work colleagues to help specialist lawyers investigate why he was allowed to come into contact with the deadly dust. Barbara Worden lost her
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How lessons can still be learned from Shakespeare’s ‘African play’
If, like me, you watched the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Julius Caesar on BBC TV earlier this year and intend going to see it at the Alhambra next month, you’re in for a surprise. Ray Fearon, who plays Mark Antony, said: “When we
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Story of loser looks set to be a real winner
Pop-rock musical Loserville, which starred Bradford’s Gareth Gates (pictured) in a Yorkshire run, is to transfer to the West End. Following its success at the West Yorkshire Playhouse this summer, the show, written by Elliot Davis and James Bourne
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Bouncers set to get theatre season off to a flying start
A nocturnal tale of nightclub hedonism, a northern fairytale, a Shakespeare thriller and the world’s oldest whodunnit will all be taking to the Alhambra stage during a season of high drama. The autumn season kicks off with John Godber’s hit Bouncers
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Romantic drama proves it's never too late for love
SHIRIN FARHAD KI TOH NIKAL PADI (PG, 111 mins) Three stars Starring Farah Khan, Boman Irani, Daisy Irani Despite a rather low-key release, Bela Sehgal’s love story is met with a positive response. Released at selective cinemas
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Vulgar wedding comedy leaves logic standing at the altar
A FEW BEST MEN (15, 96 mins) Two stars Starring Xavier Samuel, Laura Brent, Kris Marshall, Kevin Bishop, Tim Draxl, Rebel Wilson, Jonathan Biggins, Olivia Newton-John, Steve Le Marquand. Director: Stephan Elliott Weddings bring out
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Recalling old memories of a silly sci-fi adventure
TOTAL RECALL (12A, 118 mins) Three stars Starring Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, Jessica Biel, Bryan Cranston, Bokeem Woodbine, Bill Nighy, John Cho. Director: Les Wiseman The human brain is capable of processing hundreds of billions of
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Welcome relief as the Bulls saved
News that Omar Khan and Gerry Sutcliffe have finally been able to complete the deal that secures the future of the Bradford Bulls comes as a welcome relief after months of wrangling and uncertainty. Fans, players and staff will all be pleased
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Fight will continue
SIR – Re Nothing gained, (Letters, August 31 – Ian Parsons clutching at “facts”, as he sees them. Mr Parsons says Lib Dems “have gained nothing” from coalition. The fact is, Ian, you are wrong. A number of Lib Dem proposals, incorporated into the
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Forces appeal thanks
SIR – I would like to thank the people of Shipley who were so generous to our collection in Shipley Market on Saturday, August 25. Despite the heavy rain, we raised a staggering £131 for the Royal British Legion’s Battle Back Appeal. This appeal
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No waste site worries
SIR – Correspondent D Bull (T&A, August 30) raises concerns about the proposed waste incinerator in Bowling Back Lane. I have been greatly impressed by similar projects visited across the country. The plants are clean, efficient and without
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Anthem point valid
SIR – On the question of changing our national anthem. If we are honest, it’s quite a dull and boring anthem to be saddled with. We need something more uplifting and cheerful. To Be A Pilgrim, maybe, would be more appropriate. Billy Connolly’
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Authority should take on free school
SIR – It is truly ironic that the Department for Education has decided that the One In A Million free school in Bradford is “unviable”, since the free schools are part of DfE Minister Michael Gove’s strategy of bypassing local education authorities
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Don’t forget ‘heroes’
SIR – The Paralympics have come home, and they look like being the most successful and well-attended Games ever. Our Paralympians are quite deservedly getting a world stage for their achievements. But let’s not forget the millions more people with
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Separate the banks
SIR – Perusal of the National Audit Office (NAO) website reveals that the amount of taxpayers’ money given to banks this year is (currently) £360 billion. Down from £460 billion last year, and a high of £1.2 trillion! What is interesting about
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Stances confusing
SIR – I am always fascinated to see what cause Karl Dallas is championing in his regular letters to the T&A. He always presents us with a different organisation he has found for us to support but, unfortunately he does not appear to have a
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Tit-for-tat rewards
SIR – If the Conservatives had not rejected the reform of the House of Lords, a policy enshrined in the Lib Dem manifesto, Nick Clegg would not have ordered his MPs to vote against David Cameron’s fervent desire to change constituency borders.
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Dedicated to change
SIR – I write to support the content of Ray Wilkes’s letter (T&A, August 30), which comments on a Campaign For Better Transport study that lists Bradford as one of the most car-dependent cities in the UK. First, as the principal local bus
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‘Booking fee is no more than stealth tax’
SIR – I went to the box office at the Alhambra to book six seats for The Mousetrap in November. I was paying cash for the tickets and was therefore dismayed to find that there was a booking fee of £1 per ticket. Imagine a shop selling you something
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Monday, September 3, 2012
From the T&A... 25 years ago: A Bradford’s tourist attractions had become a haunt for glue sniffers. Undercliffe Cemetery, which was being promoted as one of the city’s attractions for visitors, was littered with signs of solvent abuse.
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Drug could win global approval
Bradford was the name on everyone’s lips in, of all places, Vienna at the weekend – and that is testimony to the fantastic research work being done here in the city. Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been involved in testing
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How can district's event organisers avoid another summer washout?
Britain’s unseasonal summer downpours have left the organisers of many public events counting the costs. Incessant rain over recent months led to flooding in some areas, West Yorkshire being one of the worst hit. In Hebden Bridge, homes and
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Open weekend at All Saints Parish Church, Otley
Otley ’s oldest building will stage a series of events as part of the town’s Heritage Open Days. All Saints Parish Church is inviting the public to come along and discover something new about the building at an open weekend running from Friday
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Drivers warned of M62 delays
The Highways Agency has warned drivers could face delays as work continues on a £150 million scheme to create the region’s first managed motorway. Construction work has begun on the M62 as part of a project designed to improve journey times and
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'Share your story' urges Cancer Support Bradford and Airedale
A cancer support charity which celebrates its silver jubilee next year is appealing for people who have been through its doors over the last 25 years to share their stories to help highlight and celebrate the work that it does. Cancer Support
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Bradford's Iron Man is star of the show at Knightcon
A Bradford-made replica of the suit worn by Iron Man saved the day at a star car and superheroes convention – after the organisers’ first choice hero “could not fit” into his costume. Mark Pearson, of Tyersal , was asked to step in at this weekend
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Bradford College among first to offer construction course
Bradford College is one of the first institutions in the UK to offer an innovative qualification to help shape the future of the construction industry. The Higher Level Apprenticeship in sustainable built environment will provide work-based learning
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Boy, 15, robbed at knifepoint in Heckmondwike
A 15-year-old boy was threatened with a knife by robbers who stole his phone. The teenager was walking along Halifax Road in Heckmondwike , between Batley Road and Kilpin Hill Lane, at about 10.20pm on Wednesday when he saw two males running
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Get on your marks for a capital visit
They say when you are tired of London you are tired of life. I left London after living there – and loving it – for a decade and only go back occasionally. I still love it, but it makes me feel so old and weary. It is fast and furious – the
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Saturday, September 1, 2012
From the T&A... 25 years ago: A shock report revealed thousands of children had been plunged into a world of total deafness by diseases which increased dramatically in Bradford last year. 50 years ago: A total of 2,885 visitors – 90 more
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Hair-raising exhibition at National Media Museum, Bradford
Visitors to the Danger, High Voltage exhibition run by the National Science Museum outreach team at the National Media Museum in Bradford were treated to a ‘hair-raising’ display about the effects of electricity and magnets. Shane Craig is pictured
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Bradford Bulls: We played like a team of Under-12s, blasts Elima
Olivier Elima surveyed the wreckage of the Bulls’ 70-6 defeat to Hull FC and admitted they had played like a bunch of kids. The Bulls’ hopes of making the play-offs for the first time in four years were dealt a crushing and potentially fatal blow
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Evans defends goal celebration after incensing Bantams fans
Gareth Evans revealed his taunting goal celebration which incensed the City fans was payback for getting crocked at Valley Parade last season. The Bantams were today dusting themselves off from a 4-0 thumping at the New York Stadium in front of
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'We'll invest £6m in Odsal Stadium over three years'
Bradford Bulls’ new owners have exclusively revealed plans to invest up to £6 million in Odsal Stadium over three years to turn the ground into “the Wembley of the North” – but have warned it will take time to turn the club around. Restaurant
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Bradford physician reveals drug breakthrough for asthma patients
Startling results of a research trial in Bradford into the effectiveness of a drug to treat severe allergic asthma have been presented to the European Respiratory Society congress in Vienna. Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was
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Manchester Road bridge is officially opened
A colourful sea of cyclists and pedestrians turned heads as they took part in a procession at the official opening of a footbridge across Manchester Road. Eleven-year-old Newby Primary School pupil Mohammed Hamzah read his award-winning poem, describing
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Addingham Parish Council awards Scout hut contract
Councillors have agreed to award the contract for a planned Scout hut and football pavilion in Addingham to a local builder. Addingham Parish Council held an extraordinary meeting to approve the selection of builder Mark Ridley for the work.
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'Graffiti' row over Baildon anti-dog fouling campaign
A row has broken out after a Bradford councillor was accused of spraying “unreadable graffiti” on pavements in Baildon as a dog fouling deterrent. Liberal Democrat campaigner Ian Lyons, of Cliffe Avenue, is calling for the village’s Tory councillors
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Call for action over smell from Wilsden poultry farm
Villagers are kicking up a stink over a chicken slaughterhouse, which they claim is blighting their lives with “horrendous” smells. Fed-up residents in the hamlet of Harecroft, near Wilsden , say they cannot go outside in hot weather, open their
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Westfield and Odeon site plans to be scrutinised by Bradford councillors
Two long-running major development projects in the city centre will come under scrutiny next month as a key Bradford Council committee looks to learn lessons from the past. The Council’s regeneration and economy scrutiny committee has asked officers
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Creditors in desperate fight to get £1.5m owed by Bradford Bulls
Creditors are facing a desperate struggle to claw back cash owed by the former struggling Bradford Bulls company which had run up £1.5 million in debts. The Telegraph & Argus can exclusively reveal the contents of a report by The P&A Partnership
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Another Evans wind-up caps a miserable day for Bantams
Rotherham 4, Bradford City 0 All the pre-match hype had been dominated by the name Evans. In the eyes of the 2,200-strong travelling army from West Yorkshire, Steve Evans was the figure they were desperate to put one over. Ninety minutes
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Rampant Hull spoil the Bradford Bulls party
Bradford Bulls 6 Hull FC 70 The dream is over. Not my words but those of a Tetley’s Stand regular – morose and resigned, like every Bull in Bradford. Saturday’s visit of Hull FC was supposed to be a welcome party for new-owners-in-waiting
