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Pedestrian hurt in collision with car on city road
A pedestrian was injured in a collision with a car as he crossed a busy Bradford road in a torrential downpour tonight. The man was crossing Wakefield Road, near its junction with Lorne Street, at some traffic lights when the incident happened
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Roads closed as torrential rain and floods hit district
A main road through Guiseley was closed this evening after a torrential downpour left standing water almost a foot deep. The flooding happened on the A65 Otley Road at its junction with Victoria Road and Oxford Road, near the Station pub. The
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Oh, brother! A statue for Alistair and Jonny Brownlee in Bramhope
Champion triathletes the Brownlee brothers saw a statue unveiled in their honour today. Alistair and Jonny, whose athletic careers started when they were pupils at Bradford Grammar School, were on hand to see the artwork called “Triathlon” go on
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Carnaby Street cast stage Bradford flashdance
A group of dancers took passers-by on a flashback to the swinging sixties in Bradford city centre today. To celebrate the musical Carnaby Street coming to the Alhambra from Tuesday to Saturday a cab made its way to Centenary Square, accompanied
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Beardsmore makes world history
Laura Beardsmore has become the first person in international aikido competition to successfully defend an individual world title. The 25-year-old from Horsforth produced another impressive performance to win the women’s gold medal at the World
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New ownership of Bradford Bulls is ratified by governing body
Bradford Bulls’ change of ownership has this afternoon been ratified by the sport’s governing body. The Rugby Football League has given its seal of approval to the Super League club’s new board of directors, exactly a month after former boss Omar
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Fire rescue from attic bedroom in Bradford
A man was rescued from an attic bedroom at a Bradford house after he became trapped by smoke from a fire caused by a discarded cigarette. The family of nine were woken by smoke alarms at the three-storey terraced house in Athol Road, Manningham, at
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Cononley driver banned after being twice over drink limit
A 60-year-old who was almost twice over the drink-drive limit when he was stopped by police in Cononley, near Keighley, was today banned from driving for 18 months. Stephen Ingham was stopped in his car at Cross Hills Road at 4pm on October 2,
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Deacey's not Kid-ding - Avenue need a brick wall!
Bradford boss John Deacey knows that if he is to lead his club to a third consecutive FA Cup first- round proper appearance, his players are going to have to play the game of their lives. Avenue have home advantage on Sunday in their
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Masters gold for Marler
Otley’s Caroline Marler described her 800 metres World Athletics Masters gold in Porto Alegre, Brazil, as “unexpected but very pleasing” after finishing in 2min 47.41sec. She said: “This was my best run since last summer
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World Cup fitness fight for Keighley Cougars ace Jones
Cougars star Danny Jones is facing a battle to keep his World Cup dream alive as he bids to play some part in the showpiece tournament. The half-back sustained a groin injury during a training session after coming into camp with Iestyn Harris’
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Police hunt for woman in fraud inquiry
Police investigating a series of fraud offences have released a picture of a woman they would like to question. They say a woman entered four Skipton town centre shops on October 7 and 9 and paid for low value items using a £20 note. But, after
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Fastbats B want rid of yo-yo tag
For the last three seasons, Fastbats B have either won the Division Three title or finished bottom of Division Two in the Bradford TableTennis League, and this season they are back in Division Two trying desperately to reverse the trend. The omens
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Hughes gets nod for Leeds Carnegie
Leeds Carnegie fly half Glyn Hughes will start against his former club when James Lowes’ side travel to Moseley tomorrow in the Greene King IPA Championship. Hughes has been given the nod at No 10 following two impressive performances
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Death of respected coach Shabbir
Former JCT600 Bradford League player and highly-respected cricket coach Numan Shabbir has died after losing his battle with leukaemia. Shabbir, who made a huge contribution to black and ethnic minority cricket, had successful spells as an all-rounder
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Rub of the green finally goes Guiseley's way
Recently appointed manager Mark Bower has a smile on his face for the first time since taking over at Guiseley. Guiding his side to their first point under his stewardship last weekend and then a first win three days later has lifted a huge weight
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Runner-up Brook is already looking to next year
Bradford motor cycle racer David Brook finished his Motodex Pre-National 600 campaign with a victory at Mallory Park - and a crash after riding over a two-foot oil slick. With the venue going into administration not long after the meeting, the
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Airedale Hospital bosses expect tough winter
Bosses at Airedale Hospital say they are anticipating another tough winter ahead. The Steeton hospital’s board of directors have considered their latest winter plan, which is designed to ensure they can accommodate the predicted seasonal increase
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Own ground is key to Albion Sports' progress
Albion boss Kulwinder Sandhu feels that last weekend’s derby defeat at home to Brighouse Town shows just how far his club have come – and also how much they still have to do. After watching his side cut to ribbons at times in last
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Craven group to celebrate 50th anniversary
The Broughton-in-Craven circle of the Catenian Association celebrates its 50th anniversary next month. The circle was inaugurated on November 26, 1963, and the first meeting was held at the Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley. Fourteen founding members
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Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne says he is determined to fix Bradford's economic problems
Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne said he was “determined” to fix Bradford’s economic problems on a visit to the area today. The Office for National Statistics today revealed the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased by 0.8
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Asa Briggs and Pudsey Littlemoor pairings in winter warmer
Stuart King and Andy Southwell (Asa Briggs) and Nigel Roper and Paul Jacques (Pudsey Littlemoor) were week two qualifiers in the Guiseley Winter Pairs. The Asa pairing eased through with wins over Stuart Hanson (Pudsey) and John Benson (Eccleshill
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Sandy Lane prepare for tough test
This weekend’s Bradford Sunday Alliance League focus returns to domestic action after three weeks of various cup competitions taking centre stage. It is tight at the top of the Premier Division and leaders Sandy Lane will be tested to the full
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Oxenhope charity director is 'Woman of the Year'
The director of an Oxenhope-based charity has been honoured in the Women of the Year awards. Arianna Walker, of Mercy Ministries UK, was among about 300 inspirational women invited to a special celebration lunch in London. They were joined
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Chance to say Hello as Dolly takes centre stage
Bingley Amateur Operatic Society is saying Hello, Dolly! this autumn. The society is staging the popular show following the story of feisty matchmaker Dolly Levi as she travels to Yonkers, New York, to find a match for the miserly “well-known unmarried
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Crosby delivers devastating hat-trick
Bradford City coasted through to the second round of the West Riding County Women’s Cup with a 7-0 win at Farsley. A hat-tick from Paige Crosby was supported by two Caroline Omboyi goals and one each by Jodie Redgrave and Charlotte Stuart.
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Fresh food
Locals will have the opportunity to purchase fresh produce from Cleckheaton Farmers market when it pitches up in the St John’s car park in Bradford Road, from 9am until 1pm on Saturday November 2.
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Clouds part to reveal Jurassic plot
CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2 (U, 95 mins) *** Featuring the voices of Bill Hader, Anna Faris, Benjamin Bratt, Andy Samberg, Terry Crews, James Caan, Will Forte, Kristen Schaal, Neil Patrick Harris. Directors: Cody Cameron, Kris Pearn Fast
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Two men released on bail after being quizzed over death of acid attack victim
Two men arrested on suspicion of murder by police investigating an acid attack on Bradford dad Barry Selby have been released on bail. A 21-year-old man and a 23-year-old man, both of Bradford, had been arrested earlier this week in connection
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Wilsden Christmas fairs
Shoppers can glean some festive gift inspiration with a series of Christmas craft fairs at the New Inn pub, Main Street, Wilsden. The events run from 9am until 2.30pm on Saturday and November 30. Refreshments will be available.
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Last chance for free allotment training
The Bradford Community Environment Project (BCEP) charity is holding its final free training session of the year to anyone who wants to try their hand at maintaining an allotment. Participants will also help BCEP maintain their community plots,
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Some good old laughs with Grandpa
JACKASS PRESENTS BAD GRANDPA (15, 92 mins) *** Starring Johnny Knoxville, Jackson Nicoll, Georgina Cates, Kamber Hejlik. Director: Jeff Tremaine The Jackass pranksters led by clown extraordinaire Johnny Knoxville take their wince-inducing brand
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Car boot sale
West Yorkshire Fire Service are holding a car boot sale from 9am until 1pm at their headquarters in Bradford Road, Birkenshaw on Sunday. No trade sellers.
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Victory is claimed in City Hall union battle
A union is claiming victory after challenging Bradford Council over how members are represented during grievance and disciplinary procedures. In April, the Council published a new Industrial Relations Framework to outline how it would work with
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Bradford's life expectancy rises across a decade
The average life expectancy for new-born babies in Bradford has increased across a decade. Figures released by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) show that between 2000-02 and 2010-12 the female life expectancy from birth in Bradford rose
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Mates step out for Shipley social club in memory of Clayton tragic footballer
Friends have walked the Yorkshire Three Peaks to raise more than £2,000 in memory of a man who died after a football game. Thirty-year-old Leon Tennett, of Clayton, died of a heart attack following a five-a-side match with his friends. His
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Fears raised over Eastburn site for homes
Concerns have been raised about a proposed development of 150 homes in a field near Airedale General Hospital. Outline planning permission could be sought for the housing scheme on Main Road, in Eastburn, bordering the hospital and Eastburn House
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Bradford insurance brokers planning new deals
A Bradford-based award-winning insurance broking group is eyeing acquisitions to boost growth after securing a new finance deal. Beaumonts Insurance Brokers Ltd, which employs 95 staff at its Bradford headquarters and in Horsforth, Doncaster and
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Coffee morning
Allerton Congregational Church will host their autumn coffee morning this Saturday, October 26. The event will be held at the church, on Allerton Road, from 10am to 12pm. Coffee and biscuits cost £1, with Christmas sundries also on sale.
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Feel-good story of the underdog who got to reveal his Talent
ONE CHANCE (12A, 103 mins) *** Starring James Corden, Julie Walters, Colm Meaney, Mackenzie Crook, Jemima Rooper, Alexandra Roach, Kathryn Drysdale, Valeria Bilello. Director: David Frankel The story of an overweight, accident-prone, opera obsessive
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Bradford suspended coroner probe 'taking too long', says MP
A Parliamentary motion has been put down by a Bradford MP asking why an official probe into suspended Bradford Coroner Peter Straker has no end in sight. A top-level investigation is still ongoing into a series of complaints about Dr Straker.
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Autumn crafts
Autumnal-themed craft activities will be available from Tuesday to Thursday at Red House Museum, Gomersal. The free activities run from 11am until 4pm.
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Butties on offer
Bacon butties, coffee and books will all be on offer at a church tomorrow. Baildon Moravian Church is hosting the coffee morning from 9.30am to 11.30am.
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New timetables for bus routes
Changes to Metro bus services in the Bradford district will start to come into effect this weekend. Not every service will change, but some will have new timetables or new routes, so passengers are urged to visit wymetro.com for the full list of
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Fagley St Luke’s school pupils proud of Bradford
Youngsters at a Bradford primary school shared their reasons of their pride in Bradford at an assembly. Kath Tunstall, Bradford Council’s strategic director of children’s services, was at a special assembly at St Luke’s in Fagley where the children
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A cultural X-Plosion expected at Alhambra Studio in Bradford
Youngsters involved in a project promoting understanding between people of various age groups, heritage and backgrounds are putting on a showcase tomorrow at the Alhambra Studio in Bradford. The young performers are members of Aiming Higher, run
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Heroes back £140,000 charity votes plan
An online voting campaign to decide how £140,000 is shared among Bradford charities has received support from sporting heroes and celebrities. The Good All Round Campaign is organised by the Sovereign Health Care Charitable Trust to mark the 140th
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Pile-driving on Ilkley site causing noise woe
A councillor has called in Bradford Council to inspect work on an Ilkley building site amid concerns about noise and vibration from residents. Ward councillor Anne Hawkesworth (Ind, Ilkley) contacted officers over pile- driving work on the 33-house
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Photographer Paul brings The Beatles back to Saltaire in exhibition
In July 1968 Paul McCartney spent a morning in Victoria Hall, Saltaire, recording with the Black Dyke Mills brass band. Now, he can be seen back in Saltaire – along with John, George and Ringo, the other three members of The Beatles – in a spectacular
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Syria films to get Bradford screening
An international relief charity is set to screen harrowing footage depicting the suffering of the Syrian people as part of a nationwide concert tour. Human Appeal is presenting the 12-city Sounds of Light show in October and November to raise cash
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Young gardeners reap rewards at Bradford Schools' Flower and Vegetable Show
Keen young gardeners at schools across the district are clearing out their vegetable beds after a bumper season of green-fingered activity. A project to encourage primary school pupils to grow what they eat by giving them hands-on lessons is now
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Recovery won’t be early, leading economist tells Bradford audience
Leading economist Kate Barker told Bradford business leaders that a short-term UK recovery is likely to be hit by problems from the wider global downturn from 2015 requiring urgent action. The former member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy
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Car on fire
Firefighters were able to save a car from being totally destroyed in a blaze. A crew from Fairweather Green fire station was called out to wasteland off Lidget Avenue, Lidget Green, at around 11.30pm on Wednesday. The interior of a Mitsubishi
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Wealthy clubs destined to win League One promotion battle, says Bantams striker De Vita
Raffaele De Vita reckons it’s going to be tougher than ever to stay with the League One leading pack this season. The Italian winger hopes to keep his place in City’s plans for tomorrow’s Valley Parade crunch clash with Wolves – the first visit
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Bradford councillors quit Respect Party in dispute with officials
The five Respect councillors on Bradford Council have quit the party after being unable to resolve a dispute with its senior officials. The five had been temporarily acting as independents since August in protest after two of them Councillors Ishtiaq
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A sharp-shooting adventure that packs plenty of thrills
ENDER’S GAME (12A, 114 mins) *** Starring Asa Butterfield, Hailee Steinfeld, Harrison Ford, Viola Davis, Abigail Breslin, Jimmy Pinchak, Moises Arias, Aramis Knight, Conor Carroll, Nonso Anozie, Sir Ben Kingsley. Director: Gavin Hood Parents who
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It’s time to turn over an old leaf
Unlike practically everyone else I know, I am an Autumn person. I relish the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, I love it when the clocks go back and darkness falls early, when the night fizzes and pops with fireworks, when the ghoulish anticipation
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Over-dramatic?
SIR – Could I suggest that Councillor Alyas Karman is being rather dramatic saying he is putting his neck on the line and will get death threats by suggesting that the EDL should be banned. Could I ask him if he will support a ban on the individuals
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Why not resign?
SIR – I note that Bradford West MP George Galloway is quoted as saying that his job as a local MP is “98 per cent tedium” and that he likes elections more than he likes serving the public. Perhaps George would like to apologise to the residents
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Proper job needed
SIR – It’s nice to see our local councillors taking an interest in the reappearance of the hole at the bottom of Carr Lane, Windhill. I wonder if those same people could comment on the gullys in Carr Lane? Some, if not all, are blocked solid, some
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Bus service disgrace
SIR – In the light of article in the T&A (October 17), in relation to three extra cameras to catch offending motorists in bus-only lanes, could the councillors in Bradford City Hall involved with public transport encourage a better service with
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Rickets protection
SIR – Brian Holmans in his go at me (Letters, October 21) but only mentions calcium to guard against rickets, but vitamin D is more critical, and I never suggested children should be deprived completely of milk. I still maintain porridge is healthier
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Best use for benefit
SIR – Well said, Brian Holmans! (‘Nutrition essential’, Letters, October 21). Take heed of the danger of children developing rickets through not drinking milk. This is clearly something families should be spending child benefit on in the absence
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Reasons quality of life is low in city
SIR – The Quality of Living Index that shows Bradford as having the lowest quality of life of any major UK city is sadly no surprise. Some local politicians talk about the bad PR these indexes trigger, discouraging businesses from the city.
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So, how tedious is being an MP?
The late Edward Lyons once said that Members of Parliament were not delegates, they were and are representatives. At the time he said it he was fighting a rearguard action to remain Labour MP for Bradford West against constituency party members
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Drugs fear is just as important
Despite a large number of police initiatives and operations to both prevent the distribution of drugs in our communities and bring those responsible for dealing in this deadly trade to justice, the problem does not seem to be going away. That’s
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Detective followed men in Girlington over guns tip-off
A jury has been told more about how a secret police surveillance operation in Bradford led to the discovery of a ‘ready-to-use’ sawn-off shotgun and a rifle. The weapons and some ammunition were found in the footwell of a minicab after police acted
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Forensics deal signed by West Yorkshire Police
West Yorkshire’s police tsar says thousands of pounds could be saved across the region through a new forensic science contract. Police and Crime Commissioner Mark Burns-Williamson yesterday confirmed LGC Forensics has been awarded a contract to
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Woodside News
FUN DAY: Woodside Children's Centre is having a Halloween and safety event fun day on Thursday, 11am to 2pm. BEER: Bradford Park Avenue is running its second annual beer festival at its clubhouse in Horsfall Stadium. Twenty real ales and six ciders
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Thornton news
SOCIETY: There will not be a meeting of The Antiquarian Society on Wednesday, October 30. They will meet for the annual lunch celebration at Sandals Farm, where they will be entertained by speaker Ian Dewhirst. ST JAMES’ CHURCH: The church meets
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Residents in Keighley object to planned waiting restrictions
A residents’ group is objecting to new waiting restrictions in Keighley, which Bradford Council says are needed for road safety. Keighley Area Committee will meet on Tuesday to discuss plans for the restrictions to ease traffic around North Dean
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Wharfedale railway group set to disband
A passenger group that was set up when rail services along the Wharfedale route were under threat nearly three decades ago is to disband at the end of this month. Wharfedale Rail Users’ Group (WRUG) was formed at a time of crisis for the Wharfedale
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Firefighters rescue man from blaze at Bradford house
A man has been rescued from an attic bedroom at a Bradford house after being trapped by smoke from a fire caused by a discarded cigarette. The family of nine were woken by smoke alarms at the three-storey terraced house in Athol Road, Manningham
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Vicars hit the road in triple shot through Bradford
Motorcycling vicars will don their leathers for a tour of the three cathedrals of the new diocese of West Yorkshire and the Dales. The vicars – who are from the three dioceses of Bradford, Ripon and Leeds, and Wakefield – will start Saturday’s
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Daughter of East Bowling acid attack victim makes a plea for help in getting justice
The daughter of acid attack victim Barry Selby yesterday issued a heartfelt plea for the public to help bring his killers to justice. Samantha Selby told how her 50-year-old father was “innocent” and “did not deserve to die the way he did” when
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Council stands by Harden village road humps
Council highway chiefs have defended a decision to introduce speed humps along a quarter-mile stretch of the main road through Harden after the scheme came in for criticism. One motorist, from Cullingworth, said he could understand why such traffic
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Witness appeal over Woodside car attack
Police in Bradford are appealing for witnesses to an attack on a car in the Woodside area on Wednesday night. Officers say a suspect used a hammer to smash the front windscreen of a car, parked on Morseby Road, at about 10pm. The incident was
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Leeds-Bradford airport bonanza as families head for fun in sun
Leeds-Bradford Airport staff are bracing themselves for a half-term holiday bonanza as families look to jet off somewhere warm when the schools break up today. The airport has estimated that 60,000 passengers will fly out from the Yeadon airport
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Bradford children told to be seen in the dark
Bradford Council is encouraging children to be safe and be seen when the clocks go back this weekend. British summer time officially ends on Sunday and the Council’s road safety unit is reminding cyclists and pedestrians of the best ways to be
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Wilsden news
OPEN: Wilsden Primary School, Tweedy Street, has an open evening aimed at admissions for September 2014, on Wednesday, November 6, from 7pm. There will be an opportunity to meet staff, governors, parents and children, view the classrooms and facilities
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Wolves boss Jackett: Bantams are top-six material
Wolves boss Kenny Jackett believes City have what it takes to sustain a play-off challenge. Jackett has been impressed with their progress so far – but not surprised. He said: “I do see Bradford having momentum. They came into this division
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Planning File
The following planning applications have been submitted to Bradford Council: Fairweather Green: freestanding conservatory, 231 Thornton Old Road. Girlington: PVC vinyl banner attached to the wall, 57 Whetley Lane. Great Horton: extend external
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Oakwell Hall spooky Halloween walk
Spot some spooks on a ghost walk around Oakwell Hall. Youngsters can participate in a lantern-making craft activity before embarking on a ghost walk around the country park in Nutter Lane, Birstall, from 7pm until 9pm on Thursday. Booking is essential
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Number of people with extra jobs in Bradford doubles
The number of Bradford people working more than one job to supplement their income has increased by more than 97 per cent in a year, according to a new poll. Online freelance marketplace PeoplePerHour found that three-in-five people are taking
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Award for stroke survivor volunteer Mick
A courageous stroke survivor has been given an award after getting stuck into volunteering work. Mick Speed, 69, of Frizley Gardens, Bradford, suffered an asceamic stroke ten years ago. It was a year before he regained use of his left hand and
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MP criticises planning policy
Conservative MPs have led an attack against the Government's planning policy, saying it was losing the party votes. MPs of all parties were yesterday united in their condemnation of the Coalition's flagship national planning policy, saying it was
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Concern grows for East Bowling woman last seen in Saltaire
Concerns were last night mounting for the welfare of a Bradford woman who has not been seen since Wednesday. Seemberjeet Kaur, aged 35, of East Bowling, took a cab from her home to Saltaire at about 10am and was dropped off in the Salts Mill area
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Testing first day back for Bradford Bulls players
Francis Cummins will be reunited with his squad at Bulls pre-season testing on Monday. Both John Bateman and new recruit Garreth Carvell, who have knee and rib injuries respectively, will attend the session at the club’s Tong training centre but
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England rugby team to keep United Kingdom anthem
The England Rugby League team has rejected an MP’s call to dump God Save The Queen as their pre-match anthem – insisting they are concentrating on the game. Leeds North West MP Greg Mulholland argued it was “inappropriate” for England to sing the
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Bradford solicitor banned as company director over tax bill
The head of a Bradford law firm has been disqualified as a company director for failing to pay a large tax bill. John Wilson, managing director of Law Offices UK, which trades as Wilsons Solicitors in seven branches across the district, was disqualified
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Founder of Ilkley hardware store Ralph Morten dies aged 101
The founder of Yorkshire’s most famous hardware store has died at the age of 101. Ralph Morten, founder of R W Morten Ltd in Cunliffe Road, Ilkley, passed away peacefully shortly before midnight on October 15. Originally from Buxton, in Derbyshire
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Tell us why you are wearing your poppy with pride
Bradfordians are being urged to share their reasons for wearing their poppy with pride in the run-up to Remembrance Day. The Poppy Appeal campaign runs until November 11 and the Telegraph & Argus wants to hear from readers why they wear their
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Wolves don't scare us, says Bradford City boss Parkinson
Phil Parkinson insists that reputations will count for nothing when City lock horns with Wolves at Valley Parade. The fallen Molineux giants are tipped to romp League One with their huge financial resources – and have started the campaign strongly
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Chance for Bradford carers to seek support and gain skills
Bradford District Care Trust is hosting a skill sharing course to support carers. Entitled Looking After Me, it will provide carers with the opportunity to meet others in similar circumstances and learn skills to cope with their situation.
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Addicts not completing treatment courses
Fewer than one in ten drug addicts who undergo detox treatment complete the course, a new report reveals. In 2012/13, 3,017 people underwent treatment for drug addiction in the district, 2,577 of which were opiate and crack users. The report
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Bradford people fear drug crimes the most in county
Public fears about the level of drug crime are far worse in Bradford than in the rest of West Yorkshire. A new survey shows that although people in the district feel slightly better overall about the issue than they did five years ago that improvement
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Bradford leaps 34 places in league table of education for five-year-olds
Bradford has leapt 34 places up a national league table ranking the performance of five-year-olds in their education. The validated Early Years Foundation Stage Profile results for 2013, published by the Department for Education yesterday, show
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Bradford City centre Chinese buffet restaurant in shock closure
A Bradford city centre restaurant has closed suddenly – leading to disappointed customers being turned away. Buffet @ Bradford operates out of the Hilton hotel on Hall Ings, but is run independently by PG Catering Limited, based in Leeds. There
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Drug fear report 'is a wake-up call'
Jon Royle, the chief executive of the Bridge project, the biggest charity in Bradford helping drugs addicts recover, described the findings a “wake up call”. “Almost every city, town and community in the country is affected by drugs and addiction
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Watchdog rates Airedale Hospital patients as among best cared for
Patients at Airedale General Hospital are among the best cared for in the country, according to a new report published by a health watchdog. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has divided 161 health trusts across the country into six bands based
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Reaction to Bradford hospitals’ safety scores
The health trust which runs Bradford Royal Infirmary and St Luke’s Hospital has said new data published by a health watchdog will give patients a better understanding of how hospitals perform. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has divided 161 health
