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Arsonist targets derelict Wyke house
Arsonists targeted a derelict house in Wyke tonight. The floorboards on the ground floor of the property were set alight at about 7.40pm. Fire crews from Brighouse station were called to the scene, which was off Whitehall Road. A spokesman
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Records galore as Root and Bairstow run riot for Yorkshire
Joe Root continued his prolific start to the season with a record-breaking performance alongside Bradford’s Jonny Bairstow as they both prepare to leave Yorkshire for England commitments. Sheffield born batsman Root took his tally of championship
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Keighley Cougars face Batley Bulldogs in Northern Rail Cup
Keighley Cougars are home to Kingstone Press Championship rivals Batley Bulldogs in the first knock-out round of the 2013 Northern Rail Cup. Current Cup holders Halifax begin the defence of their title away to Dewsbury Rams and last year’s beaten
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Bradford Flower Club speaker to focus on atmosphere
The next meeting of the Bradford Flower Club will be held on Monday, May 20, at Haworth Road Methodist Church. The ‘Art of Atmosphere’ evening will be a guest evening attended by demonstrator and professional florist Jonathan Moseley. Admission is
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Police make new appeal over Eccleshill shooting
Police are continuing to appeal for information about a vehicle that sped off after a shotgun was fired into the door of a mother’s house in Bradford. The woman, aged about 20, and her toddler son escaped injury when the gun was fired at her semi-detached
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A night for cool heads at Valley Parade
We’ve already played Burton three times this season so the teams know each other very well. But even though we only beat them the other week, what has gone before means nothing. This is a new competition and a fresh start for everyone. It’s
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TV stylist Jill has all right fashion moves for Keighley
A top TV stylist led a fashion show in Keighley’s Airedale Shopping Centre. Jill Pollitt, a regular on ITV’s This Morning programme who has also judged on Sky Living show Britain’s Top Model, spearheaded Saturday’s Fashion on the Move. The event featured
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Skipper leads the way as Pudsey A go eight points clear
Pudsey A put a marker down as they opened up an eight-point lead at the top of the Naylor Premier League after a 23-7 demolition at Brighouse Sports A. Captain Paul Bowes with a superb 21-10 victory, was the pick of eight away winners. Brighouse
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Crash in Shipley causes long delays
A crash is causing rush-hour misery for motorists in Shipley. The smash happened in Otley Road, at its junction with Cliffe Lane, at about 3.40pm today. It involved a van and a car and two people were treated at the scene for minor injuries
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Bowls results
Saturday League Naylor – Brighouse Sports A 159 (7), Pudsey A 201 (23); Ladyhill A 192 (17), Eccleshill A 174 (13); Eccleshill B 183 (18), Shipley Club A 159 (12); Crossgates 178 (18), Asa Briggs A 161 (12); Clayton A 194 (19), Pudsey Littlemoor
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Wellham finally overcomes semi-final barrier
John Wellham, of Allerton Conservative Club, has made it through to his first Bradford Snooker Championship singles final after a hard-fought 4-3 victory over Undercliffe Cricket Club's Kevin Firth. Wellham's victory was deserved,
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Otley’s new town mayor set to get chains
Otley’s new town mayor will receive the chains of office at Otley Town Council’s AGM on Monday, May 13. Councillor Pam Gill (Lab, Manor) will succeed Councillor Mary Vickers (Lib Dem, Prince Henry). The event in The Bridge Church’s large hall starts
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Learn how to maintain your bicycle at Bradford sessions
Bradford Bike Hub and Cycle-re-Cycle will hold a series of bike maintenance classes in May. People can learn the basics of bike maintenance with Velotech Gold-qualified mechanics from Cycle-re-cycle between 6.30pm and 9pm today, on Thursday, May
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Skipton-Simbach concert is planned
A concert is to be held to mark the 30th anniversary of the town twinning between Skipton and Simbach. Simon Gregory, head of music at the town’s Ermysted’s Grammar School, will give a recital of music by German composers in Christ Church, Skipton
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Bradford Golf Club to host Yorkshire Ladies' Championship
The 109th Yorkshire Ladies’ Golf Championship is being held at Bradford Golf Club next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. There will be a 36-hole strokeplay qualifier, with the best 16 going through into the matchplay stages on the final two days
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England calling as Root and Bairstow pile on the runs for Yorkshire
Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow prepared departing gifts for Yorkshire by reaching landmarks against Derbyshire at Headingley as they prepare to leave county cricket to concentrate on international matters. Root hit an unbeaten 191 while Bairstow
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Salts' wait is finally over
Salts’ 58-year wait to lift the Bradford FA Saturday Senior Cup for the fifth time in their history finally came to fruition on Monday when a Tom Hickey goal gave them a narrow 1-0 victory over Old Headingley at Eccleshill United’s ground. Other
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Blythe back to boost Bradford Bulls
Matty Blythe has been named in the Bulls' 19-man squad for Friday's home clash with derby rivals Leeds. The on-loan Warrington centre has not featured since sustaining an ankle injury in the 22-22 draw at Widnes on March 8. He then picked up
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The Railway Children remembered on Worth Valley line
A classic 1970 movie will be celebrated this weekend on the railway line where it was filmed. Special displays and memorabilia related to The Railway Children will be on show on the five-mile Worth Valley line. And famous scenes from the film
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Sight collection
Local charity Sight Airedale has thanked the manager, staff and customers of Skipton Morrisons store for helping it to raise £274.27 at a collection event on Friday. The money will go towards helping 99 sight impaired people in the Craven area.
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Another century as Root leads Yorkshire fightback
Joe Root delivered back-to-back centuries for Yorkshire today by progressing to three figures and leading the charge towards wiping out the first-innings deficit against Derbyshire at Headingley. The Yorkshire and England batsman has already shown
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Play it safe when making changes
he weather’s finally warmed up, which should signal the start of the DIY season. Almost a quarter (24 per cent) of Brits are planning to do more DIY this year than last, spending an average of £865, according to a recent poll by DIY chain B&
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House has a lovely mix of old and new
Cliffe House, Raikes Lane, East Bierley, £425,000 Robert Watts, Birkenshaw (01274) 689589 "When I first moved to West Yorkshire, a work colleague with local knowledge recommended I look in East Bierley and drove me through the village.” says
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Brathay Trust seeks Bradford volunteers
Community and voluntary groups and organisations in Bradford are set to benefit from a new partnership. Brathay Trust has joined forces with the National Citizen Service (NCS) and the Football League Trust to supply organisations with young volunteers
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‘I have in my hand a piece of plastic’
What is the connection between former Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain and a tin of Ovaltine? Reader David Oyston was prompted to tell us after reading in the paper’s business section that the Norwood Green company Tatra Plastic Manufacturing
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Union stages march over post office plans in Keighley
Staff at Keighley Post Office took part in a walk-out in protest at plans to turn the facility into a franchise. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) staged the action from 1pm on Monday. The Post Office said the Towngate branch is running
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Police seize alcohol from youngsters in Bingley
Police responded to reports of under-aged drinking in Bingley by confiscating bottled beers. Officers were told youths had been spotted carrying alcohol in rucksacks on Dubb Lane on Friday night. Police revealed on Monday that descriptions
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Has anybody any clues to what is going on here?
Retired Bradford builder Bob Holland sent a facsimile of this photograph after spotting that it was marked ‘Yorkshire Observer, Bradford’ in the bottom right corner. Mr Holland, 73, of Bolton Hall Road, acquired the picture in Huddersfield a few
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Service for Christians in City Park, Bradford
Up to 2,000 people are expected to attend a Christian service in Bradford City Park on Sunday, May 19, at 3pm. One of the organisers, Canon Robin Gamble, said: “The idea came about because the Telegraph & Argus keep running articles encouraging
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Oakworth man runs for hospice
Arley Barnes, 22, of Oakworth, is to run in the Leeds Half Marathon on Sunday, May 12, in aid of Martin House at Boston Spa. He can be sponsored through his mother’s workplace, Raffles jewellers, in Brunswick Arcade, Keighley.
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Sign up for Oxenhope Manorlands hospice Starlight Hike
Registration is open for the Starlight Hike in Oxenhope, an event that asks people to remember loved ones by raising money for the Sue Ryder Manorlands hospice. The 10k walk on Saturday, June 22, uses the hospice grounds, Oxenhope and surrounding
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Window display
Poppy Red has been declared the winner of the 2013 Ilkley Carnival Shop Window Display competition. The children's shoe shop on South Hawksworth Street received the highest level of votes from the carnival committee which judged all nine entries on
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Parliament to note Yeadon Liberal Club centenary
A Parliamentary motion has been presented to Yeadon Liberal Club to help mark its centenary. Liberal Democrat MP Greg Mulholland joined officials and councillors at the club for its centenary celebrations. And he revealed that the anniversary
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Passport to Leisure survey is launched across Bradford
Keighley disability group People First has launched a campaign to ensure that Passport to Leisure cards are not scrapped. Members are researching how often other disabled people use the cards, which offer discounts on leisure facilities. People
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Skipton solicitor wins top honour
Solicitor and partner Christopher Jackson at Skipton law firm Quality-Solicitors Mewies has been named student of the year. Not content with his knowledge of how to draft a will, he decided to study for his Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation
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Otley engineering firm launches apprentices plan
An expanding engineering firm has marked its 60th anniversary by opening a new apprentice training school. Otley-based Craftsman Tools has used bank funding to add a 5,000 sq ft extension to its 20,000 sq ft factory to create to the new academy
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Ilkley group offers benefits advice
A group in Ilkley is ready to respond to those who feel they might be anxious over the benefit changes taking effect in a part of the country this week. The benefits system shake-up is eventually expectes to affect nearly eight million people in
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Ilkley's Nell Bank Centre celebrates landmark scheme
Staff at an award-winning outdoor education centre are celebrating the near completion of a major project. Bruce Fowler, manager of The Nell Bank Centre, in Denton Road, Ilkley, is pictured with Declan Brett, of B&H Construction, at the accessible
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Petition is launched over Council benefits shake-up
A petition has started against moves by Bradford Council to determine how much help the vulnerable and elderly will get in their homes. The Council has faced fierce criticism for its proposal to move the bar higher for vulnerable and elderly people
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How missing Brighouse & Rastrick medal came 'home'
The intriguing story of the 1929 ‘July Brass Band Contest’ winners medal by Paul Beaumont, president of the Brighouse and Rastrick Band In the fiercely competitive world of the brass band movement there are a number of rival competitions. Two such
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Grow your own event in Heckmondwike
Free seedlings and advice will be given to those wanting to learn how to grow their own. The Growing Together event runs from 9am until 4pm on Heckmondwike market in Blanket Hall Street, Heckmondwike, on Tuesday.
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A grand party for Edna's 100th!
Staff and residents at an Eastburn care home staged a party in honour of a woman celebrating her 100th birthday. Edna Rowlands, who lives at Croft House Care Home, enjoyed the “good old-fashioned knees up”. She was born in South Milford in
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Embsay and Bolton Abbey rail weekend is planned
Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway is holding a special weekend. The event goes back to the days of the rural Branchline of the 1950s with an intensive service of passenger, goods and parcels trains hauled by heritage steam and diesel locomotives
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Historic building that has been a matter of thousands of records
It’s a place that has recorded hundreds of thousands of ‘hatches, matches and dispatches’ but Bradford Register Office is now threatened by closure. In the past 12 months alone of its 137-year existence there have about 7,800 births, 4,100 deaths
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Workers flee Keighley factory blaze
Workers fled from a factory when a blaze in an industrial oven filled the premises with smoke today. About four people were in the Marrose Abrasives building at Becks Road, Keighley, when the fire broke out at about 7am. They tried tackling
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Bradford Post Office workers set to walk out
Workers at hundreds of Crown post offices nationwide, including ones in Bradford and Keighley, are set to stage a fresh strike in a row over jobs, pay and branch closures. Members of the Communication Workers Union will walk out next Tuesday –
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Pudsey firm helps makes gown for television star Gabby Logan
TV presenter Gabby Logan will wear a gown from wool cloth woven by historic Pudsey textile manufacturer Hainsworth when she is installed as chancellor at Leeds Trinity University. The gown, devised by graduate designer Kate Duckworth, 23, who showcased
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Garden will 'show how to survive'
For the 22nd year, the gardens at Beacon Hill House, Langbar, are open to the public today. Owner Humphrey Boyle said: “It is the 22nd year of opening for us and it has been by far the most difficult!. “It seems unlikely that the lawns (ravaged
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Bradford superhighway for cycling plan is lodged
A bid for a cycle superhighway between Bradford and Leeds was submitted to the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Cycle City Ambition Grant fund. Linking the cities, the scheme, dubbed Highway to Health, would provide connections to employment sites
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70% of sunbeds in West Yorkshire 'fail to meet safety standards'
An investigation into sun-beds across West Yorkshire has found more than 70 per cent failed to meet safety standards, according to trading standards bosses. West Yorkshire trading standards officers tested sunbeds across the county. Three out of
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Midland Hotel creates new jobs amid brighter hopes for the future
Bradford’s historic Midland Hotel has become the latest business to take advantage of the City Centre Growth Zone funding to create five jobs. The hotel on Cheapside is strengthening its sales and marketing operations and also recruiting two apprentices
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Walk back to fitness
A series of summer evening health walks is starting next week To coincide with Ramblers’ Get Walking Week, South Craven Walking 4 Health will run the two-hour walks, which are designed for working people who might be in sedentary jobs or want a break
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Award night is back on
The first Keighley Business Awards will take place on Friday nigh at Pennington’s Octagon Live, in Sandbeds. Atrocious weather conditions forced the postponement of the occasion, which was meant to take place on March 22. The rescheduled presentation
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Keighley MP’s bill on precept caps runs out of time
An attempt by Keighley’s MP to discourage major precept increases by town and parish councils has not been debated. Kris Hopkins called for a change in the law to force smaller councils – including Keighley’s – to hold a referendum if they propose
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Hospice accolade for Oakworth School, Keighley, fundraising runners
A Keighley school that helped raise more than £1,300 when 70 of its pupils took part in a charity event has received an award for its efforts. Oakbank School had most participants in the Keighley Big 10k run, on March 10, an annual event that raises
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Waxwings confirmed
SIR – In reply to Margaret Price (Letters, April 20), I was walking to a friend’s house in Idle on Monday, April 15, when all of a sudden out of a long line of bushes (which were laden with berries) flew this flock of between 30 and 40 birds. At
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Critical analysis vital
SIR – Re ‘Facing Climate Facts’, Jason Smith’s latest epistle (Letters, April 25). I do try to be precise in my letters, as far as room allows. I don’t believe that I definitely stated that (all) extreme weather is climate change in action. For
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Thatcher funeral cost
SIR – Regarding Maggie Thatcher’s recent funeral, I have read of people objecting to the expense of it all. The 4,000 extra police get excellent wages and their overtime would be at the most for a day or two. The MOD personnel involved in the funeral
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Camilla’s personality
SIR – There was much legal controversy when Prince Charles married Camilla Parker Bowles in 2005 as many considered her unsuitable for the heir apparent, but her personality endeared her to everyone when they visited a hospital in their early days
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ISAs avoid tax too
SIR – It’s hard to disagree with Brian Holmans (Letters, April 25) when he writes that most people who have no choice but to pay their taxes will find any form of tax avoidance ‘morally repugnant’. But my question to Mr Holmans and all those other
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Renovate pavilion, don’t pull it down
SIR – Having just read the bad news that the Council is planning to pull down Myrtle Park Bowling Club pavilion, I would just like to put some international input in to try and save it. I think that pulling it down would be a bad thing, as people
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Putting our waste to good use
Much of that bitterly cold easterly wind that froze us through and kept snow on the ground in the week up to Easter had already blown across Denmark, on the other side of the North Sea. Despite this, most of the Danes had kept as warm as toast, with
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700 violent thugs let off by “soft” policing in West Yorkshire last year
More than 700 violent thugs were let off by “soft” policing in West Yorkshire last year – and allowed to simply say sorry, or offer compensation, to their victims. Labour attacked the growing use of ‘community resolutions’ for violent offences,
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Theft warning to horse owners after thieves strike in Bradford
Police are warning horseowners to be on their guard after tack thieves struck in Bradford. The burglars raided premises on Saturday and stole a pony saddle, a leather driving collar harness, a brown leather cob horse harness and two pairs of leather
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Cavalcade tribute in memory of tragic Bradford soldier
A cavalcade of motorbikes will mark the 21st birthday of a fallen Bradford soldier on Sunday. The British Legion has organised the Ride of Respect in memory of Private Christopher Kershaw, of Idle, who died with five other troops in an explosion
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Airedale Hospital trio are praised for winter heroics
Three Airedale hospital staff who went above and beyond the call of duty during the recent severe winter have been praised for their work. Two consultants and a nurse were nominated as Winter Heroes as part of a scheme to recognise the work of
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Muslim leaders 'need to be clear on Sharia plans'
Islamic leaders “urgently” need to explain what they mean by the term Sharia to prevent “fear of the public lash,” according to a member of the Bradford Council of Mosques. Ishtiaq Ahmed feels that although the UK is generally tolerant in allowing
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Fossils footie
Some 'fossils' of the local footballing world will clash at a fundraising match in Otley this weekend. Otley Fossils FC will play fellow veterans FC Birmingham Badgers at Otley Town FC, off Pool Road, at 2pm on Sunday, May 5. Proceeds will go to the
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Keighley volunteers to make Fairtrade Orchard
A workshop this Saturday will get plans to create a Fairtrade Orchard in Keighley’s Airedale shopping centre under way. Local people will create six trees from recycled materials at a session led by community interest company Fairandfunky.
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Choristers help raise church cash
A “fantastic” concert at Haworth Parish Church launched the second stage of its three-phase restoration programme. ‘Viva la Musica’, a 12-strong travelling choir from Leicestershire, delivered an hour-long concert with an English pastoral theme
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Faith question
People of Ilkley and Ben Rhydding are being to challenged to think about the relationship between faith and health at a talk next Tuesday. Churches Together in Ilkley have invited Professor Andrew Sims to talk on the subject of his book ‘Is Faith
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Driver held on suspicion of drink driving
A woman who tried to drive off after being approached by police was arrested for drink-driving. She had been spotted parked up on Cottingley Moor Road, Cottingley, and acting in a strange manner, according to officers. When they tried to speak
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Couple raise cash for children's charity
A Harden couple staged a fundraising event at St Saviour’s Church Hall for a charity which helped them when their baby daughter was admitted to hospital. Matthew and Sara Greenwood held a chocolate tea party, which coined in £1,100 for the Sick
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Country scheme will help crime victims
Police are stepping up the fight against rural crime with the launch of a new Country Watch scheme in Craven District. Officers hope that as many local people as possible will sign up to the scheme and help make rural communities safer. Inspector
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Former pupils' lessons in life
The country’s future prosperity relies largely on today’s schoolchildren going on to build successful careers in a variety of industries. But with high youth unemployment, and school-leavers facing a challenging jobs market, the future for many
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Appeal well worth your support
There are no quick fixes in the battle against cancer. It is estimated that one in three of us will suffer an attack from this most pernicious of enemies at some stage in our lives. Those lucky enough to escape its all-pervasive tentacles directly
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Bradford owner of starving dog is banned
A Bradford woman was handed a suspended prison sentence and banned for life from keeping animals after her “starving” dog was found buried under a pile of bikes in her garden. Bradford and Keighley Magistrates’ Court heard the alsatian owned by
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Bradford Trolleybus Association to hold annual meeting
Bradford Trolleybus Association is staging its annual meeting at the Midland Hotel, Forster Square, Bradford, at 7.30pm on Friday, May 10, followed by a selection of members’ photographic slides and videos.
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Bradford RSPCA to hold collections at Tesco
Bradford RSPCA is boosting its funds by holding collections in the Tesco stores in Buttershaw, Queensbury and Cleckheaton between Friday and Sunday. If anyone wishes to volunteer to help, they should contact Paula Newsome at RSPCA Bradford Branch or
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Demolition of Wyke Manor School nears completion
A piece of Bradford’s history is disappearing forever as demolition of a former school nears completion. Almost all the buildings at Wyke Manor School have been pulled down in recent weeks and the former Wyke Library has also gone. The site
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Bradford South Police reveal burglary figures
More than 86 burglaries took place at retail premises in the Bradford South Police division in the first 11 months of last year, figures reveal. There were 34 such crimes recorded in the City ward up to the end of November, followed by ten in Bradford
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Wilsden Conservative Club holds fundraisers for burns unit
A club is holding a charity day on the anniversary of the Bradford City fire to raise money for a burns unit. Wilsden Conservative Club will be supporting the Dave Hustler Burns Unit in honour of the Bradford fire victims on Saturday, May 11.
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Kirklees Council to hold by-election after resignation of Councillor Margaret Bates
A by-election will be held in the Liversedge and Gomersal ward of Kirklees Council, following the resignation of a stalwart councillor. Councillor Margaret Bates (Con), a former Mayor of Kirklees, has stepped down for health reasons. Candidates
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Teenager in court accused of attempting to murder girl, 12
A 16-year-old boy has appeared in custody at Bradford Crown Court accused of trying to kill a girl aged 12. The teenager, who lives in the Ilkley area but cannot be named because of his age, is charged with attempted murder, possession of an offensive
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Police plea to find missing Keighley girl, 14
Police say they are growing concerned over the disappearance of a 14-year-old Keighley girl. Klaudia Gallayasova has not been seen since Monday at Keighley Railway Station at 9.30am after leaving her home at Selbourne Grove. Police believe
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Chris treks 2,000 miles for maternity hospital
An adventurer who trekked 2,000 miles across Africa is continuing his mission to raise money and awareness of a maternity hospital in Somaliland. Christopher Stanfield, of Ilkley, set off from Egypt last September and arrived at the Edna Adan University
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Bradford charity shop offers prom dresses
Teenagers will be able to go to the ball, and be dressed to the nines, thanks to a charity-run pop-up prom shop. From tomorrow until Saturday young people will be able to bag a ballgown bargain at Red Carpet at the YMCA shop in Bradford city centre
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Police investigate new leads after Crimewatch appeal over Bradford fugitive
Police are investigating new leads in the hunt for a Bradford fugitive after making a televised appeal. Yasar Hussain, 31, absconded last November on the first day of a Crown Court trial into money-laundering and perverting the course of justice
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MP helps pupils to grow their own
Otley’s MP has helped launch a supermarket scheme designed to get young people “growing their own”. Greg Mulholland (right) (Lib Dem, Leeds North West) joined up with staff at the town’s Waitrose store and pupils and teachers from four primary
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Fan power vital if Bradford City are to see off Burton
Phil Parkinson is urging the City crowd to “bounce” Burton out of the play-offs with another Valley Parade wall of noise tomorrow. Tickets go on general sale this morning as the club brace themselves for a bumper turn-out for the first leg.
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Image is released of Brighouse indecent exposure suspect
British Transport Police have released this image of a man they want to speak to about indecent exposure at Brighouse railway station. The victim, a 16-year-old girl, was on a train waiting at the station, at 8.15am, on Thursday, March 14, when
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Charity abseil in Bradford raises money for Missing People
A charity abseil to raise funds for the Missing People organisation takes place at Jury’s Inn, Thornton Road, Bradford, on Saturday.
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Fostering cats has helped my disabled daughter
A mum whose disabled daughter has been helped by kittens fostered from a Worth Valley charity described the pets’ impact as “a little miracle”. Nicola Slator’s daughter, 12-year-old Rebecca, has a debilitating genetic condition and needs constant
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Bradford Bulls granted 2014 licence
Gerry Sutcliffe believes the Bulls can move forward with renewed confidence after their Super League status for 2014 was finally rubber-stamped by the Rugby Football League. Last September the club were awarded a one-year probationary licence to
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Five arrested in raid on Great Horton suspected brothel
Five people were arrested by vice squad officers during a raid on a suspected brothel in Bradford. Police swooped on the house after local residents complained about men going to the property. Officers went to the address, in Southfield Lane
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Shotgun is fired at door of Eccleshill home
Police are hunting a masked gunman who fired a shotgun into the front door of a young mum’s house. The mother and her toddler son escaped unhurt. The gunman fled in a speeding car seconds later. Neighbours of the semi-detached house in Musgrave
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Son is silent on illegal market charges
A man on trial with his businessman father for allegedly helping him to run an illegal indoor market chose not to speak out in his own defence at Bradford Crown Court yesterday. Khalid Saeed’s barrister, Timothy Bass, told the jury: “I call no
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City students rise to the Rock Challenge
Schoolchildren from Bradford took to the stage last night to battle it out to claim their place in the final of the Rock Challenge. Four schools from the Bradford district have been taking part in the competition at St George’s Hall along with
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Concerns are raised over shortage of nursery places in Bradford
Efforts to address the shortfall of spaces available for two-year-olds to receive free education in Bradford were commended by councillors, but concerns were raised about how the district is going to meet its targets. The Council’s Children’s Services
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Four seriously hurt after stolen car collides with police vehicle at Cleckheaton
Two badly injured police officers had to be cut free from their unmarked vehicle after it was in collision with a stolen car and then ploughed into a bail hostel. The two officers and two suspects were last night being treated in hospital for serious
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Crocus -The little flower that packs a powerful cancer therapy punch
A vivid lilac flower might seem an unlikely symbol for the fight against cancer, but the autumn crocus helped Bradford University scientists develop a revolutionary tumour-blasting 'smart bomb' cancer treatment. Researchers at its Institute of
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Help our £1 million Crocus Cancer Appeal to blossom!
Bradford is world-renowned for being a pioneer in cancer research. And today the Telegraph & Argus is announcing its biggest campaign for more than a decade – to raise £1 million towards making the city’s ground-breaking work to fight the disease
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Scriptwriter John moves step closer his dream
A budding scriptwriter and filmmaker who suffers from dyslexia is one step closer to his dream career after being accepted on to a prestigious course. John Walton beat off competition from more than 1,000 hopefuls to be one of 80 young filmmakers
