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Giant-killing Eagles are flying high
Eccleshill United 4, Farsley 2 Eccleshill United were giant killers in the West Riding County Cup tonight when they sent Evo-Stik Division One North outfit Farsley packing. The Eagles play their football three divisions below Farsley but a
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Teenager locked up after high-speed car chase
A teenager led police on a high-speed chase in Bradford while on prison licence for a serious attempted robbery. Haroon Shah, 18, appeared in custody at Bradford Crown Court after being recalled to a young offender institution to serve the balance
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Guiseley beaten in FA Youth Cup
Bury 6, Guiseley 2 Ben Whitfield and Luke Porritt scored and the former also hit the underside of the bar as Guiseley were beaten 6-2 at Bury tonight in the first round of the FA Youth Cup.
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Fireworks thrown at fire crews on call-outs
West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has slammed the actions of reckless youths who threw fireworks at crews on Bonfire night, including those in Manningham while crews were trying to put out a spate of car fires. As well as responding to numerous
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Baroness to speak on women in politics
The Lord Speaker, Baroness D’Souza, will talk about the role of women in politics when she comes to Bradford. Her visit to City Training Services in Bradford city centre is part of a programme to increase public awareness of the House of Lords.
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Police speak to public in Saltaire park where missing Bradford mum was last seen
Police searching for a missing young mother from Bradford today spoke to visitors at the park where she was last seen a fortnight ago. Officers stopped passers-by in Roberts Park, Saltaire, to ask if they had any information about Seemerjeet Kaur
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Dog dies in ‘severe’ fire at house in Bradford
A dog died in a “severe” fire at a house in Queensbury today. The pet Alsatian had gone upstairs to escape the ground floor blaze, but succumbed to smoke that filled the property, firefighters said. Firefighters from Odsal and Fairweather Green
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Rib-tickling production of park life by Baildon Players
Baildon Players will be tickling audiences’ ribs with their production of Neil Simon comedy Barefoot in the Park. The play centres on a mismatched newlywed couple who discover the reality of married life when they move in to a tiny New York apartment
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The Ashes: Ballance tipped for a Brisbane baptism
Yorkshire captain Andrew Gale is tipping his county colleague Gary Ballance to play in the first Ashes Test in Brisbane on November 21-25. Ballance is in competition with Michael Carberry, Ben Stokes and Yorkshire’s Jonny Bairstow for England’s
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Pedestrian critically ill after Manningham Lane crash
A pedestrian was tonight described as being in a critical condition in hospital after he suffered severe head injuries in a road accident in Bradford. The man, who is in his 50s, was taken to Leeds General Infirmary after the crash in Manningham
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Police name young mum found murdered at Lidget Green home
A young mother, found murdered at her Bradford home, was formally identified today as police continued a manhunt for her husband. Ridda Zanab, 21, was found dead from head injuries in an upstairs bedroom at her home in Alford terrace, Lidget Green
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Conceded matches on the agenda in Craven League
Clubs have taken action within the Mewies Solicitors Craven League to try and reduce the number of conceded matches. A total of 39 league and cup games did not take place in 2014 because clubs could not raise sides, and Sutton reckon that holding
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Former boss of Keighley takeaway convicted of string of hygiene offences
The former owner of a Chinese takeaway in Keighley has been convicted of a string of hygiene and health and safety violations. Zheng Ziang Chen, who ran Goodall in South Street, was fined £7,000 and ordered to pay £2,829 costs for the offencesby
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Winter pairs hopefuls warm up for finals
The final qualifiers in the Guiseley Winter Pairs were defending champions Dan Beardsworth (Pudsey) and Neil Mylan (Eccleshill) along with David Hemsley and Mick Skwarek (Oxenhope). Last year’s winners started slowly in their opening game against
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Cleckheaton in Black Sheep Yorkshire Champions Trophy tilt
JCT600 Bradford League champions Cleckheaton are the only newcomers among the eight clubs who have been invited to compete in next season’s Black Sheep Yorkshire Champions Trophy. They join holders Hoylandswaine (Huddersfield League) and 2013 runners-up
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Clough hat-trick seals Bingley Bees cup triumph
Bingley Bees gained revenge for a friendly defeat to Slazenger thirds as they beat them 5-3 in the Yorkshire League Cup. The Bees, who had received a bye into the second round, were determined not to suffer a repeat of their pre-season encounter
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Tiler goes to Malaysia in search of gold
Denholme's Rebekah Tiler has been selected for the Commonwealth Championships in Malaysia at the end of the month. The Bingley Grammar School pupil will compete in the 69kg category in the championships, which run from November 24-30 in Penang.
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Son of alleged murder victim Barry Selby in court
The son of alleged murder victim Barry Selby appeared in court today on charges of threats to kill and criminal damage. Liam Selby, 23, appeared from custody at Bradford Crown Court for a preliminary hearing. He is facing two charges – threatening
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Wreaths laid at Leeds-Bradford International Airport ceremony for war victims
War heroes who flew out of Yeadon were remembered in a service at Leeds-Bradford International Airport. Members of the 609 (West Riding) Squadron and families laid wreaths today to mark Remembrance Day at the squadron’s two memorial sites in the
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Winning debut for Bradford No 1 new boy Walsh
Right on Cue Lewis Walsh impressed on his debut as the Bradford No 1 snooker side won convincingly at Ossett in Division One of the Yorkshire Inter-District League. A large contingent of supporters made the journey hoping to watch the defending
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Bradford's Turls Green pub praised for good toilets
A Bradford pub has received a platinum star rating by inspectors for its toilets. The Turls Green in Centenary Square won the highest award possible in the Loo of the Year Awards 2013. Authorised inspectors make unannounced visits to toilets
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Evening League golf honours
Ann Marsay and Jackie Barraclough won the top individual prizes in the Bradford & District Ladies Evening League. Baildon player Marsay lifted the Bulldog Trophy for the best nett total ahead of Helen Olney (Rawdon) and Debbie Jeffrey (Silsden
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Fire station idea needs a masterplan
The group spearheading attempts to save Haworth Fire Station will devise a masterplan to push the project forward. It will draw up a detailed list of what needs to be done to ensure the station can continue to provide an emergency service.
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Parish councils to get more say over planning
Four parish councils across the district will be able to help shape development in their areas from now on. The parish councils of Haworth, Cross Roads and Stanbury, Burley-in-Wharfedale, Ilkley and Oxenhope have successfully applied for more planning
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New 'super council' criticised for 'secret' meeting
A new ‘super-council’ with sweeping powers across West Yorkshire and beyond has already met in private, it has emerged. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority, which will not even come into being until April, has now been criticised for a lack of
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Conceded matches on the agenda
Clubs have taken action within the Mewies Solicitors Craven League to try and reduce the number of conceded matches. A total of 39 league and cup games did not take place in 2013 because clubs could not raise sides, and Sutton reckon that holding
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Come and have fun at Science Festival
Dr Marty Jopson of BBC TV’s One Show, is inviting people to visit the 2013 Otley Science Fair, which ends on Saturday. He said: “The science fair is going to be more fun than ever this year and we’ve got some great shows before then. “Come
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Bradford League: Massive lift for Yeadon
Yeadon, who finished third in the JCT600 Bradford League Second Division this season, have belatedly been promoted. The league’s management board made the decision in the light of Manningham Mills being voted out of the league and brings the number
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Plea for volunteers to help in youth work
People wanting to give back to their communities can find out about voluntary youth work at a special event. Bradford Council’s Youth Service is looking for adult volunteers who would like to take on a role helping local young people. To mark
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Police helicopter used to hunt Oakworth burglary suspects
A police helicopter was called to search for two suspected burglars spotted outside a house in Oakworth, Keighley, today. The helicopter searched the area surrounding the property in Holme House Lane without success. Police found items left
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Vanquish gig for school
A rising girl band will perform at Belle Vue Girls’ School, Bradford, tomorrow as part of a tour to promote body confidence in girls. Vanquish, whose charity single Rise will be released at the end of the month, has teamed up with charity BEAT
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Welcome for station car park plans
A councillor has welcomed news that long-awaited plans to double the size of the car park at Steeton and Silsden railway station have moved a step closer. County transport body Metro says the scheme is included in phase two of an improvement package
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Mothers’ film
Watch with Baby at the National Media Museum today is the real-life story of Philomena. Screened at Cubby Broccoli cinema at 10.30am, the film is about Philomena, who was forced in her teens to put her son up for adoption and stuck in a brutal Irish
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Family plea
Bradford’s coroners’ office is appealing for relatives of a man found dead at his home in the city to come forward. Arthur Brown, 61, was found at his property on Fairbank Terrace on Monday. He died of natural causes. It is believed that he was previously
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Bantams midfielder Ravenhill joins Northampton on loan
Ricky Ravenhill has joined League Two outfit Northampton Town on a one-month loan deal. The City midfielder, who was recently made available to other clubs along with Alan Connell and Andy Gray, arrived at Sixfields to complete the switch.
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Driver flees scene after crashing car into Bradford house
A driver has fled the scene after crashing into the wall of a house on Bradford Road in Clayton, injuring two passengers. The incident happened at 11.12am, when a silver Chrysler collided with a parked car, an Audi, before spinning out of control
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Yorkshire Dales Tour de France film proves a big hit
A video highlighting cycle routes in the Yorkshire Dales National Park ahead of next year’s Tour de France topped 1,300 YouTube views in just six days. The four-minute film, which features cycling commentator Phil Liggett, was made for the Yorkshire
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Firefighters attacked with fireworks in Bradford
Firefighters had to deal with groups of youths throwing fireworks while trying to put out a spate of car fires in the Manningham area of Bradford last night. As well as responding to numerous bonfire-related calls, crews from Fairweather Green
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History walks
Two free of charge Bradford History Walks set off from Forster Square Station at 2pm, on Sunday November 17, and Sunday, November 24. Contact Sarah Jones on (01274) 321911 or 07944 409054.
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Here’s your chance to let us know who deserves to be among the T&A Schools Awards honours
The Telegraph & Argus Bradford and District Schools Awards are presented in partnership with Bradford Council and the University of Bradford along with the fantastic local firms and organisations who have sponsored each of the 12 individual awards
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'This celebration of achievement and success is vitally important'
Our main focus for education in the Bradford district is to put children and young people at the heart of what we do. This means that the decisions we make and the direction we take provide them with the best education possible. Raising educational
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Court File
The following have been dealt with by Bradford and Keighley magistrates: Liam Makin, aged 18, of Floyd Street, Canterbury; failure to surrender to custody, £50 fine, £20 costs. Luke Andrew Rawson, aged 24, of Bierley Lane, Bierley; theft, community
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University boss: 'Education is a fundamental part of city'
I am delighted that the University of Bradford is a joint partner in the Telegraph & Argus Bradford and District Schools Awards. Education is a fundamental part of our city and district, and the university is proud of the part it plays in raising
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Awards will highlight amazing work that is being done in schools
By anyone’s reckoning, education provision in the Bradford district has been through some turbulent times. In 2001, the education service was taken out of the hands of Bradford Council when the Government ordered the local authority to sort out
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Luxury living for less at Cotton Fields View
Ben Bailey Homes is offering the chance to buy a luxurious new home at its Cotton Fields View development in Scholes from only £163,960 using the Government’s Help to Buy scheme. Cotton Fields View, in Old Popplewell Lane, comprises a collection
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Dream home in Wilsden was a joy to create
The Willows, Harden Lane, Wilsden, £565,000 Dacre, Son & Hartley, Bingley (01274) 560421 Alan and Janet Pickles nearly didn’t get their dream home, when the land they had purchased was returned to green belt and planning was refused.
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ACS Business Supplies: ‘Expansion is down to our people’
A company which racked up £3 million of turnover in its first year in business has celebrated its fifth anniversary by clinching deals to supply computers to the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation and Bradford Council. ACS Business Supplies, at
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Business briefs
Computer plans Cutting-edge community design centre Fab Lab in Keighley has launched a training opportunity with a range of fresh courses. Its experts will teach the mysteries and marvels of computer- aided design and manufacture at discounted
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‘M&S needs time for a turnaround’ says chief exec Marc Bolland
Marks & Spencer said its fashion turnaround needs more time after slumping to its ninth back-to-back quarter of falling clothing and homeware sales. The retailer’s like-for-like general merchandise sales dropped 1.3 per cent between July and
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Damart to offer prizes for birthday
Home shopping fashion specialist Damart is looking to reward an inspirational person to help mark its 60th anniversary. The Bingley firm, part of the French-based Damartex group and famous for its thermal clothing, is offering a holiday for two
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Witness appeal after bus passenger, 90, dies from head injuries
A 90-year-old woman bus passenger died from head injuries after being thrown from her seat after the driver braked. Police are appealing for witnesses after what is classed as a fatal road traffic incident on Beverley Rise, Ilkley, although no
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Former special constable from Cross Hills banned for drink-driving
A bank fraud investigator and former special constable was so drunk when he went to buy fish and chips that staff called the police, magistrates heard. Shakeel Pitteea, 27, was three-and-a-half times over the limit when he drove to and from the
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Edward Hallett’s thrilled by life at sea
A Royal Navy reservist from Bradford has swapped his life as an administrator to live as a full-time sailor for two weeks while he completed his induction training. Able Rate Edward Hallett, 29, (pictured) joined the RNR in 2012 and is a member
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Firms looking to develop overseas trade are urged to support Export Week
Export Week, run by UK Trade and Investment, will include regional events offering guidance to help businesses new to exporting and will run from November 11-15. The week will also see the launch of an International Festival of Business around
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Bradford nurse assaulted care home resident
A nurse from Bradford slapped a vulnerable nursing home resident with a used incontinence pad, a court heard. Lydia Onwen, 54, of Fourth Avenue, Bradford Moor, called the elderly male resident a ‘naughty man’ and slapped him around the face with
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Service to dedicate new Bradford funeral home
A service of dedication will take place at a new Bradford funeral home on Thursday . Father Canice McGinn of St Matthews RC Church, The Rev Louise Carr of Ebenezer Methodist Church, The Rev Steve Davie of St Christopher Church, The Rev David Kennedy
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Pudsey woman's zip challenge for Stroke Association
A Pudsey woman who suffered a stroke at the age of 28 while giving birth to her daughter leapt off a 17-metre platform to raise cash for the Stroke Association. Helen Cowling took part in the fundraising feat by travelling down a 460ft zipwire
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Ilkley Brewery is aiming to increase production
Investment in new equipment will help an award-winning brewery increase production by a third to meet growing demand for its cask ales. Award-winning Ilkley Brewery has installed the new kit as it approaches the fourth anniversary of its launch
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Cleckheaton Library drums up a fun-filled day for children
The usual hush of a library was broken with the lively sounds of African drumming and music for Indian dance in Cleckheaton. Children visited the library in Whitcliffe Road for a day of multi-cultural activities which included drumming, Indian
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Man lured to woman's flat was robbed
A man was robbed after he was lured to a flat by two women who befriended him in Bradford city centre, a court heard yesterday. Prosecutor Imran Khan told Bradford Crown Court that the male victim had been approached by the two women who invited
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Archive access
Keighley and District Local History Society will open its archives to members next Wednesday immediately after the annual general meeting at Keighley library from 7.30pm.
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Calderdale war memorial clean-up under way
War memorials across Calderdale are being cleaned and repaired in a major new restoration project. Calderdale Council is working with the War Memorials Trust, a conservation charity, to spruce up every memorial in Calderdale in time for the centenary
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Bradford patient had talked of ending his life, inquest hears
A hospital ward doctor has said it was “not essential” to tell his boss a psychiatric patient had been seen with marks on his neck and been overheard talking about ending his life with shoelaces, an inquest jury has heard. But after 32-year-old Peter
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Helpline is launched to provide support
A new helpline has been launched for seriously-ill people who may be in the last year of their lives. Support and advice will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The dedicated “Gold Line” phone number, launched at Airedale Hospital
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Fare dodger
A woman has been ordered to pay up after she did a runner from a taxi in Bradford. She fled after the driver had taken her on a short journey from Manningham. However, police managed to track her down yesterday and, using Community Resolution powers
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Stage set for Great Yorkshire Pork Pie, Sausage and Products competition
Time is running out for Bradford butchers to enter the landmark 25th Great Yorkshire Pork Pie, Sausage & Products Competition, to be staged at the city’s Cedar Court Hotel on Sunday, November 17. Organised by the Confederation of Yorkshire
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Bingley company praised for healthy lifestyle campaign
A company has been recognised for helping its employees to live healthier lifestyles. UK Asset Resolution, the holding company for Bradford & Bingley and Northern Rock (Asset Management) based at Crossflatts and Sunderland, received a Gold
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Brothers attack in street at late-night cashpoint
Brutal thugs punched two Bingley brothers to the floor during an unprovoked attack outside a cash point in the early hours of the morning. One of the victims was rushed to hospital after paramedics found him slumped in a pool of blood caused by
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Otley all set for beer festival
Real ale enthusiasts from across the country are making a bee-line for Otley to enjoy the town's 13th Beer Festival. The annual, two-day fundraising event begins at Otley Rugby Club on Friday, November 8, and will feature 65 real ales along with
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‘Firms will see fall in NI contributions’
Around 91,000 Yorkshire businesses could see their National Insurance contributions cut by up to £2,000 when the new Employment Allowance is introduced in April 2014. Across the UK 1.25 million businesses and charities will benefit from the new
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Police start murder probe after woman's body is found in caravan in Bradford
A man is being quizzed by murder squad detectives after the body of a woman was found in a caravan behind a Bradford house. Police were alerted just before 5pm yesterday by ambulance crews who were attending a report of an assault in Wood Lane,
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Pupils want to feel inspired
Today, the Telegraph & Argus launches our first Schools Awards, aimed at celebrating excellence, achievement and innovation in the schools of the Bradford and district. With national headlines seemingly full of nothing but bad news stories
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Wednesday, November 6, 2013
25 years ago: More than 50 anti-nuclear campaigners gathered at Shipley station to protest against radioactive waste travelling through the Aire Valley by train. 50 years ago: The Regional Hospital Board announced details of the new casualty department
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Worrying rise in child protection
It is a worrying statistic that the number of children put under child protection in the Bradford district has increased by 45 per cent over the past two years. Even sadder is the fact that while the figure of children subject to such measures
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Very good eyesight
SIR – David Somerville’s letter (T&A October 30) is a master piece. He has a great vision of Bradford, and even better eyesight if he can see the moorland and hills from the city centre. Is the Silk Warehouse on Lilycroft Road half way up Lister
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Ideas out of touch
SIR – It would seem modern-day British politicians are now completely detached from reality. This week alone they have shown they are in denial of the truth. First we had the nonsense of climbing on the popular bandwagon of blaming energy companies
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Sensible suggestion
SIR – In 1984 Ian McLoughlin was jailed for the manslaughter of a man whom he hit over the head with a hammer. In 1992 he stabbed to death a barman and was given a life sentence. This July, while on day release from prison, he murdered a 66
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We will never forget
SIR – The reason I wear my Poppy is to thank all those who lost their lives for our freedom. The Royal British Legion does a wonderful job of helping all those who need help – I will always support them. My 87-year-old husband, who I have been
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Delay could cost
SIR – Some weeks ago a team of people undergoing community service work completed a worthwhile task in Cottingley Park by restoring/improving the paths running through it. This, in the main, involved removing creeping grass to a supervisor’s lines
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Signage is the issue
SIR – The problem with Odsal roundabout is the signage – or lack of it – on the approach. The signs on the carriageway are too close to the junction. At the exit to Manchester Road, the carriageway continues on to Rooley Avenue so cars continue
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Cuts will take away lifeline for the elderly
SIR – Regarding the letter from Reverend Joy Gartside (T&A, November 2), I too have concerns about the huge impact the cuts will make to home service users. I have been involved over a long period of time with the circumstances that isolation
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Roundabout dangers
SIR – I use Odsal roundabout every day. When the lane changes took place, I decided to wait a few weeks so I could make a calculated judgement. I now feel that this change has made the roundabout downright dangerous. On the approach from Cleckheaton
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Why coal woes far from over
The fossil fuel industries – coal, oil and gas – are a really determined lot. They are intent on finding even more CO2-producing fuels, despite all the difficulties. These multi-nationals now use very sophisticated technology to squeeze the dregs
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Bradford Council to investigate dramatic rise in fly-tipping
Councillors have requested a report on why fly-tipping complaints have dramatically increased in Bradford since 2010. Members of Bradford Council’s environment and waste management overview and scrutiny committee agreed last night that the problem
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Bradford GPs warned over costly phone lines
NHS chiefs have warned GP practices they will be in breach of their contracts if they continue flout Government guidelines by using expensive phone numbers, as it was revealed four surgeries in Bradford still use the 084 prefix. The national office
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Thompson: Bantams players are in familiar territory
Garry Thompson reckons City’s insider knowledge of League One has paid dividends so far. Phil Parkinson’s side might be newcomers to the third tier but the vast majority of the squad possess plenty of higher-division experience. Thompson, who
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Grant offered to help the homeless in Bradford
A Bradford charity has been awarded £140,000 to help people stop sleeping rough. It is estimated that 26 people are sleeping rough in Bradford every night – an increase of 300 per cent since 2010 – according to Government figures. Hope Housing
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'Fixated' Barkerend teenager told by court to stop pestering woman
A “fixated” teenager who stalked a Bradford shop assistant, bombarding her with phone calls and throwing stones at her bedroom window, has been spared an immediate custodial sentence but warned to stay away from his victim. Student Faisal Hussain
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Anger as thieves steal stone flags from Manorlands Hospice
Thieves have been condemned for stealing stone flags from the garden patio of a hospice. Manorlands, the Sue Ryder hospice in Oxenhope, was targeted by a gang who struck after dark and took 11 large square stone slabs. The crime has so angered
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Bradford and Airedale prepare for 'worst winter yet'
Bradford Royal Infirmary and Airedale General Hospital have drawn up winter plans to prepare for what one senior consultant warned could be the “worst winter yet” for NHS accident and emergency departments. More than 1,000 frontline staff at Airedale
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Empty Victorian mill in Sunbridge Road may become student flats
An empty Victorian mill in Bradford city centre could soon be turned into accommodation for up to 67 students. Bradford Council has received an application for the transformation of 132 Sunbridge Road, which is part of the Goitside Conservation
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Bankers tell Bradford traders: ‘We’re open for business'
Senior bankers from the NatWest-RBS Group have issued a strong “we are open for business” message to small businesses in the Bradford district. The move follows a critical independent report by City grandee Sir Andrew Large who criticised the mainly
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Witness appeal as car is stolen from Cross Hills
Detectives are appealing for information after a burglary in Cross Hills, between Keighley and Skipton. A black Volkswagen Golf was stolen from outside a house on Fieldhead Drive in the early hours of yesterday after raiders broke into the property
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West Yorkshire Fire Service praised for cutting callouts
Fire crews in Bradford have been praised for smashing targets to cut the number of arson attacks, road accidents and house fires they are called to. A report to West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority’s community safety committee shows firefighters
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Bradford Bulls rookie Mellor will take one game at a time next season
Alex Mellor says making just one Super League appearance in 2014 would be “brilliant” but is aiming to reach double figures as he looks to continue his impressive rise to prominence. The highly-rated back-rower signed a two-year professional contract
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'Yes' to air pollution strategy
Bradford was hailed as a trail-blazer as a new plan to tackle air pollution was approved. Bradford Council’s executive gave the thumbs-up to its new Low Emission Strategy (LES), meaning it will become the first city in West Yorkshire and only the
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No to Council Tax subsidy
Bradford’s poorest families will continue to pay at least a quarter of their Council Tax bills, it has been decided. Before April, some disadvantaged people were exempt from paying Council Tax as it was covered by the national Council Tax Benefit
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Nurse found guilty of assaulting patient at Sutton-in-Craven care home
A nurse from Bradford slapped a vulnerable nursing home resident with a used incontinence pad, a court heard. Lydia Onwen, 54, of Fourth Avenue, Bradford Moor, called the elderly male resident a ‘naughty man’ and slapped him around the face with
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Police issue new appeal over knifepoint robbery at Bradford cashpoint
Police in Bradford have issued a further appeal to trace this man they want to speak with in connection with a knifepoint robbery at a cashpoint. The incident happened on Monday, October 7, at 11pm at the cash machine at Morrison's supermarket
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Keighley Cougars to open shop in town centre
Keighley Cougars are once again to have a presence in the town centre. The rugby league club is opening a shop at Brunswick Arcade, in the Airedale Shopping Centre. Club chairman Gary Fawcett said the shop, which should open within a fortnight
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Planning File
The following planning applications have been submitted to Bradford Council: Idle: construction of single- storey rear extension, 20 Harper Crescent. Ilkley: change of use from retail at ground floor with flat above to three residential units,
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Award for woman who is 'spirit of Clayton community'
A woman described as the “spirit” of her community is this year’s Gerry Pickersgill Award winner. Clayton resident Christine Tomlinson was given her prize last night at The Octagon at Sandbeds, near Keighley. The award is made annually by Bradford
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Tax watchdog's tips on saving cash
Using grazing sheep rather than lawnmowers on Council-owned land, sending children in care to boarding schools and cutting the number of traffic lights. These are just some of the unusual ways that councils could save money, according to the Taxpayers
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Students protest at Council budget cuts
Students at Bradford College took part in a demonstration against council cuts in youth services at Bradford City Hall yesterday. More than 50 protesters gathered outside before going inside to voice their opinions at the meeting of the Council
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Detectives step up hunt for husband after woman's body found
Murder probe detectives yesterday stepped up the hunt for a 21-year-old man wanted in connection with the killing of his wife, who was the mother of their two-month-old daughter. Officers are working with police forces across the country and the
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Hamzah case review due soon
The findings of a serious case review into the death of Hamzah Khan will be released next week. The mummified remains of the four-year-old boy were found in a travel cot in the bedroom of his mother, Amanda Hutton, in September 2011, nearly two
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Soaring number of children in protection
The number of children put under child protection in the district has soared by almost 45 per cent since September 2011 – the month a four-year-old boy was found starved to death at his Bradford home. They include a growing number of children put
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Tears and frustration as £89m cuts package debated
Youth workers, students and teenagers gave impassioned pleas to save youth services from swingeing cuts at an emotional Council meeting yesterday. At the meeting, Bradford Council’s decision-making executive moved forward with its plans to slash
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A statement from Omega Proteins Ltd
Omega Proteins has complained of two articles about its animal rendering plant at Denholme published on 19 and 23 September. Omega Proteins says as follows. “Omega Proteins has always complied with the odour conditions of its permit. “The Council
