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Flats cordoned off after 'stabbing' incident at Windhill
The grounds of a flats complex in Shipley were cordoned off tonight after an apparent stabbing. Emergency services were called to Crag Road in Windhill at around tea time following reports of a disturbance and a neighbour reported seeing a man
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Wade thanks Tetley in Bradford defeat
Tim Wade paid tribute to Bingley St Ives’ Jeremy Tetley for standing in at the last minute in Bradford’s opening day defeat to East Riding. Tetley was due to caddy for his son Henry in the match at Driffield but ended up playing himself after the
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Golden Brown to the four
Sutton’s Chris Brown clinched four gold medals in the Yorkshire Swimming Association Masters Championships at Scarborough Pool. The City of Bradford member outpaced his rivals with excellent swims in the 60-64 years’ age group to win the 50 metres
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Joy of six for Bradford billiards champion Hirst
Mark Hirst became Bradford billiards champion for the sixth time when he retained his title at Clayton Liberal Club, beating Paul Devitt 526-289 in the final. A solid start brought Hirst three breaks of around 30 to establish a lead of nearly 100
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Dudley Hill Rangers' under-nines avenge defeat in final
Dudley Hill Rangers’ under-nines won Westwood Juniors’ Linda Smith Memorial Tournament, avenging an earlier defeat to Wyke Wanderers A in the final. Wyke had triumphed in their group-stage clash but a Dominic Parish goal in the final turned that
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Pyrah wants to use T20 as opportunity to push his four-day case
Rich Pyrah is aiming to use his run in Yorkshire’s Twenty20 team to press his case for inclusion in their LV= County Championship side. The experienced all-rounder, 31, has not played a Championship match since last June when he was part of a ten-wicket
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Defending champions make strong start
The Bradford Summer Table Tennis League is now underway, and Division One champions Yeadon C got off to a flying start with a comprehensive victory at Hermits A. Shahriar Masoudi and Sam Clayton were untroubled as they both took three singles,
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Cellino: I always act in good faith
Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino has admitted he is a “troublemaker” but “in a good way” as he continues his extensive cost-cutting at Elland Road in preparation for next season. The Italian has worked tirelessly to reduce the club’s running
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Lee in Bradford to sign new book
Respected rugby league author Geoff Lee will be signing copies of his latest book ‘Two Seasons’ at Waterstones in Bradford this weekend. Lee originally hails from St Helens and went to school with BBC commentator Ray French but has lived in West
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Two in, four out as Guiseley plan for 2014-15
Guiseley acted quickly to make two new signings this week but they have also released four players as manager Mark Bower reshapes his squad for the coming season. The Lions are looking to mount a fifth tilt for promotion to the Conference Premier
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Only big wins will do now for Yorkshire
Yorkshire went down to a disappointing 18-13 loss to Greater Manchester in their second game of the British Parks County Championship. The Tykes fared well at home, with nine winners, taking the aggregate by 43 chalks and triumphing 11-3.
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Bowls results
BRADFORD LEAGUES SATURDAY Naylor Premier: Eccleshill A 186 (19), Shipley Club A 165 (11); Whitkirk 210 (24), Clayton A 133 (6); Crossgates 202 (24), Brighouse Sports A 151 (6); Ladyhill A 194 (19), Asa Briggs A 170 (11); Wyke A 161 (9), Pudsey
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Men claim to have broken world land-speed record - for a toilet!
Two Brighouse men claim they have broken the world land- speed record for a motorised toilet. The toilet, ridden by Shaun Walker and designed and built by Trevor Duckworth, is reported to have reached 70.9mph at Elvington Airfield, near York.
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Ilkley theatre getting reading to celebrate its centenary with week of events
As Bradford’s Alhambra Theatre continues to celebrate its centenary year, another of Bradford Theatres’ venues is set to celebrate as the Winter Garden in Ilkley reaches the same milestone next month. A celebration week of events includes Carnaby
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Community order for amphetamine abuser
An amphetamine abuser who was found with drugs at her house has been given a community order. Jane Roper, 43, of Thornfield Avenue, Odsal, Bradford, was told by Judge Peter Benson at Bradford Crown Court yesterday that the best thing for society
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Bookings being taken for trade stands at Keighley Show
Bookings are now being taken for trade stands at this year’s Keighley Show. And the search is on for craftspeople and local food producers to display and sell their wares at the September 6 show. A spokesman said: “The day provides an ideal
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Three people shot in airgun attacks
Police are probing air gun attacks in Bradford whch have left three people injured. The separate incidents happened in the Killinghall Road area and officers believe they are connected. A 20-year-old man required hospital treatment to have
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Air Ambulance team in appeal for more volunteers
Yorkshire Air Ambulance is looking for more volunteers. The charity, which needs £9,990 a day to keep its two helicopters flying, is looking for people to help with everything from running stalls to packing bags. West Yorkshire fundraiser Kerry
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MP and vicar join up to demand action over former Bradford & Bingley headquarters
The church and the state united to demand action over the former Bradford & Bingley headquarters in Bingley. The town’s MP Philip Davies invited parish vicar the Rev Bev Mason to meet Sainsbury’s bosses in London. And now the supermarket
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Police hunt for missing Bradford holidaymaker
Police are searching for a Bradford woman who has gone missing while on holiday in Norfolk. Carol Watson, 62, was last seen in the North Beach area of Heacham on Sunday. It is thought she got a lift from a passing car at about 3pm and officers
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Sam's the man for City of Bradford
A small squad of City’s of Bradford's national potential squad members who train under the guidance of Leisure Service’s senior coach Andy Pearce travelled to Sunderland Aquatic Centre to compete in the North East Region Youth and Senior Championships
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Plans to relocate town's post office
The Post Office is proposing to move Menston Post Office 500 metres from its current site to create a modern open-plan local-style branch with extended opening hours. The proposed new location is at Londis, at 52 Cleasby Road, Menston, and people
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Changes to mortgage scheme are considered
Prime Minister David Cameron has said he would consider making changes to the Government’s flagship Help to Buy mortgage scheme. Bank of England governor Mark Carney recently signalled he is ready to take action to cool the housing market amid
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Net is stolen from new Yeadon games area
Thieves struck at a new multi-use games area in a park within days of it being opened. Tennis nets and supports were taken from Kirk Lane Park, in Yeadon, which has recently undergone a £118,000 facelift with new play equipment and the games area
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Phoebe’s fundraising efforts
Keighley girl Phoebe Crawford has raised more than £550 for the Callum Ingham appeal. The money is still coming in following ten-year-old Phoebe’s decision to have her hair cut to help fund the Parkwood Rise boy’s cancer treatment. In the days
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Yorkshire firms handicapped on apprenticeships - survey
Red tape, cost and poor quality candidates are putting off many local small and medium firms from taking on youngsters, a new report shows. These issues are among those cited by would-be employers surveyed by LifeSkills, an initiative by Barclays
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Bradford Muslim Women’s Forum holds fundraising dinner
The Bradford Muslim Women’s Forum is to hold a fundraising dinner to raise money for two charitable appeals. Proceeds from the event at the Carlisle Business Centre in Manningham at 6pm on Friday, May 30, will be split between the Behbud Women’
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New start venue decided for Oxenhope Straw Race
This summer’s Oxenhope Straw Race will have a new start point. Competitors will set off from outside the railway station in Station Road. A spokesman for the race thanked the railway for the support it has provided this year. Race entrants
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Great Horton pupils build on Southmere Primary School's history
Pupils at a Bradford school have helped cement their place in the school’s history by each laying a brick as part of a new building. The year six “class of 2014” at Southmere Primary School, Great Horton, left their legacy as they laid bricks on
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Bradford staff make clean sweep of Tour route
A team from Bradford based cleaning products manufacturer Christeyns UK has been on the road encouraging local hotels, bars and restaurants to have a Grand Spring Clean. The company is giving 1,500 spring clean kits to Yorkshire catering establishments
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Voice your opinions on health services
A public meeting is being held in Keighley on Tuesday to give people the chance to have their say about local health services. NHS Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is staging the event at Victoria Hall, at 6.30pm
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Scrap minimum wage
SIR – I despair of political leaders in the UK. Ed Miliband is now boasting he is going to compound the absurdity of the minimum wage by increasing it. An average of 30 per cent youth unemployment should be telling him to abandon it altogether. There
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Fees frustration
SIR – Sometimes words are not enough to soothe my frustration with the likes of Ian Parsons, (Letters, May 17) and Frank Dignan (Letters, May 16). These two critics of Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg and increased tuition fees bemoan the fact that graduates
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No going backwards
SIR – Recently a UKIP member deserted the “cause” saying the UKIP tries to “exploit the ignorance of British society”. Terry Tordoff would disagree (Letters, May 13). He will be disappointed when UKIP gets very little at the next general election
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Name of buses
SIR – Please can I ask that you correct the suggestion in the news item on the new bus proposals for Bradford (T&A, May 20) that the proposed new buses for West Yorkshire are ‘Routemasters’? The picture that accompanied this article shows one
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Alternatives are there
SIR – I was pleased to see the editorial (T&A, May 20) welcoming a West Yorkshire-wide quality bus alternative to the expensive Leeds Next Generation Transport Trolleybus proposal, which is for one route only. Bradford taxpayers would be hobbled
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Separating help
SIR – Looking ahead to National Family Week (May 26 May to June 1), it’s important to remember that one in three families with dependent children is affected by separation. Recent polling by Relate, the UK’s leading relationship organisation, found
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Tackling dangerous parking is a top priority
SIR – I read your story about the increase in parking tickets issued outside Bradford schools with interest, as road safety is one of my new priorities in the Police and Crime Plan (T&A, May 16). I get so many complaints about parking, in particular
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Can volunteers govern schools?
Has the time come for school governing bodies to be radically overhauled? At present virtually anybody of the right age without a criminal record can be a governor. While there may be nothing wrong with this in theory, in practice being responsible
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Wednesday, May 21, 2014
25 years ago: Trading Standards officers were investigating a sponge ball toy bought from Boots after the mother of a Bradford toddler complained her son had split the stitching open to find dangerous metal spikes and a metal hook inside. 50 years
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Time to get into healthy teeth habits
There have been many calls in the past for public water supplies to be infused with fluoride, the main reason for this being the downward spiral in the state of dental health, particulary among children. However, there are equally pressing concerns
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Two former Bradford Tories now backing Labour
Two former Conservative Party supporters have now pledged their support for rivals Labour. Jamshed Khan, a former Tory councillor in Bradford, and supporter Mohammed Rafiq pledged support for Labour at a meeting held at the home of Councillor Shabir
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Struggle for families as homes put at risk
More than 1,600 householders in Bradford are at risk of eviction or repossession, a new study from housing charity Shelter has revealed. Bradford recorded 1,613 mortgage and landlord possession claims in 2013/14 (one in 124 city households), with
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New concepts bring jobs boost to Bradford
Ten new jobs were created at a new Bradford restaurant focusing on European halal food . The Cona Italian restaurant in Little Germany was launched by two local Asian businessmen and self-confessed ‘foodies’ Oman Rana and Armi Ahmed. Armi said
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Sinister play keeps audience guessing
The Birthday Party Bingley Little Theatre This week sees Bingley Little Theatre’s production of Harold Pinter’s Birthday Party. The play is centred around a birthday party for Meg and Petey’s long-term lodger Stanley, and the inexplicable
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Creating football stars is Academy's goal
An academy that aims to nurture home-grown football talent, and allow them to continue with higher education at the same time, could soon be producing the stars of tomorrow. Shipley College and Guiseley Football Academy joined forces last year,
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VIDEO: Allerton barber fears factory fire could ruin business
A barber is worried his business of 42 years could close because of damage caused by a blaze at a derelict factory next door. Gerardo Chirola, 74, described the fire that destroyed the third floor and roof of the former Seabrook crisp factory in
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VIDEO: Sadistic teenagers who threw cat into dogs’ den caught on CCTV
The hunt is on for two sadistic teenagers in Bradford who threw a cat over a fence expecting it to be savaged by a Rottweiler and Alaskan Shepherd on the other side. RSPCA inspectors say the boys first lured the cat by stroking it before grabbing
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Pickles to meet Bradford MPs over far-right group's mosque visits
Communities secretary Eric Pickles has agreed to meet Bradford MPs over the activities of a far right group at Bradford mosques. Britain First members entered the places of worship on March 10, handing out bibles and urging worshippers to renounce
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Judge clears former Bradford Coroner of misconduct
Bradford’s former Coroner Dr Peter Straker has been cleared of misconduct but a judge has recommended his removal from office even though he had already quit. The official had been suspended on full pay for more than a year from his £100,000-a-year
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Image of Keighley shop theft suspect released
Police have released a picture of a suspected thief who stole champagne and dog food from a shop in Keighley. The theft took place at the shop in Station Road between 6.52pm and 6.58pm on May 5. Anyone who recognises the man is asked to ring
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Trade experts set to help Bradford piano makers with their major Chinese export deal
Advice from Bradford-based trade experts has hit the right notes for a novice exporter which has landed a major deal with China. International trade support specialists at Chamber International have been contracted to provide continuing help to
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Bradford man's cannabis grown ‘for own use’
A 22-year-old man who created a cannabis factory at his home has been given a community order. Bradford Crown Court was told yesterday that police went to his home in Ranelagh Avenue, Ravenscliffe, Bradford, on January 4 this year and found the
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Keighley shop ham thief suspect is sought
This suspected thief is being hunted by police in Keighley. He is alleged to have stolen numerous packs of ham from a shop in Station Road. The theft happened at about 10am on April 29. Anyone who recognises the man is asked to ring police
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Hazel takes up Pool parish council reins for 13th year
Councillor Hazel Lee has been re-elected as chairman of Pool-in-Wharfedale Parish Council for the 13th successive year. Councillor Joanna Rowling was voted in as vice-chairman. Meanwhile, residents will get the chance to find out more about
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Extra beds boost for Ilkley outdoor education centre
A centre which allows Bradford children to get closer to nature has just been given the go-ahead to double the number of people making overnight visits. Located near the River Wharfe and overlooking Ilkley Moor, Nell Bank Centre is a popular destination
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Centres closed for election counts
The local and European election counts will be taking place at the Richard Dunn Sports Centre (pictured) in Odsal and Keighley Leisure Centre. The sports hall at the Richard Dunn centre will be unavailable from 5pm on Thursday until Monday. The
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Teenage pair can bolster Bradford Bulls
Bulls coach Francis Cummins is confident his squad is edging closer to full strength as he hailed the acquisition of Jordan Baldwinson and Mason Tonks. The 19-year-old forwards began training with the Bulls yesterday and could make their debuts
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Court File: Bradford and Keighley magistrates
The following have been dealt with by Bradford and Keighley magistrates: Shaun Lee Kellett, aged 37, of Crag Road, Windhill; four counts of theft, theft with another, original offences of theft dealt with, jailed for 28 weeks; application to revoke
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Fury as adults and dogs are banned from Baildon beauty spot
A Bradford Council sign banning adults from a new family fitness trail and forbidding dog walkers from strolling through a Baildon beauty spot has been taken into custody to protect it from being damaged. The large metal sign appeared on Friday
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Hungry Airedale Hospital midwife told patient to hurry, tribunal told
A midwife desperate to get home after ordering a takeaway curry told a woman waiting to give birth at Airedale Hospital to hurry up, a tribunal has been told. Jeanette Matthews allegedly told the expectant mum: “If you don’t hurry up and have the
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Four in court accused of East Bowling man's murder
The trial of four men, accused of murdering a 50-year-old man at his Bradford home, was due to begin today. Lee Calvert, 23, of Stirling Crescent, Holme Wood, Bradford; Joseph Lowther, 21, of Copgrove Road, Holme Wood; Robert Woodhead, 28, of Fred
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Three to be sentenced after admitting causing actual bodily harm
Three men will be sentenced next month after admitting causing actual bodily harm. Mohsin Hussain, 19; Hassan Hussain, also 19; and Aqeeb Khalifa, 21, all of Devonshire Street, Keighley, had been due to stand trial at Bradford Crown Court yesterday
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Katy takes a step up the ladder
Katy Cushing has been promoted to trainee sales manager at the West Yorkshire division of housebuilder Barratt Developments, as the market continues to pick up. Katy, who hs been with the company for six years, has completed sales accreditation
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Travellers shunning Egypt
Holiday firm Thomas Cook has been seen a quarter of a million fewer holidaymakers travelling to the popular winter sun destination of Egypt. Reporting figures for the seasonally quieter six months to March 31, the tour operator said the impact
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Bookings surge in search of the sun
A West Yorkshire package holiday operator has seen a surge in bookings for the forthcoming May Bank Holiday, compared with last year. Jet2holidays said more than 32,000 sunseekers will fly to European beach destinations over the long weekend, with
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Are Bradford City set to tie up deal for Knott?
City fans might have to be patient to see the first signing of the summer. Midfielder Billy Knott is being strongly linked with a move to Valley Parade after being released by Sunderland. The Bantams are working through a lengthy list of potential
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Elderly man died in Cullingworth crash
Police last night confirmed the death of a man, thought to be in his 70s, who was involved in a road accident in Cullingworth yesterday. He was driving in Halifax Road when it is believed he fell ill at the wheel and crashed into a parked car shortly
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Fire crews tackle Bradford block of flats blaze
Five fire crews yesterday tackled a blaze at a top-floor flat in Chain Street in Bradford city centre. The blaze broke out shortly after 11.30am when smoke was seen billowing from the roof of the building. Three ambulances also attended the
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MP: ‘£200,000 has gone up in smoke’
Examining the case for plain packaging of tobacco products has wasted £200,000 worth of taxpayers’ money, Shipley MP Philip Davies claims. He has dismissed the “nanny state” move as a waste of money, which would do little to improve health and
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Summer return after long gap for big community event in Fagley
A summer gala that used to be the highlight of the calendar in a Bradford community is returning next month after decades on ice. The Fagley Gala will be held on June 7, and the organisers hope that it will bring the community together just like
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Figures on Bradford children's rotten teeth prompt call for fluoride in tap water
Three toddlers in Bradford have rotten teeth pulled out in hospital every week, shock figures reveal. The youngsters undergo operations under general anaesthetic for “dental caries” – infections caused by eating sugary food and failing to brush
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Memorial fund for murdered Shipley woman hits £1,000
A fundraising campaign to create a memorial garden for murdered Shipley mum-of-two Jade Watson has passed the halfway point in the space of a week. Jade, of Wrose, Shipley, was throttled to death by her former boyfriend James Gray, 25, who flew
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Parties’ leaders get ready to ‘expect the unexpected’
If there’s one rule for local election results in Bradford, it is to expect the unexpected. Even Bradford Council’s leader, Councillor David Green (Lab) admits as much, saying he’s anticipating “the odd unexpected result.” Labour is just short
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Three years for pervert who abused boy of 13 after grooming him on internet chat site
A pervert who sexually abused a 13-year-old schoolboy has been jailed for three years. Adam Greenhough, 30, drove over to the Bradford area in January 2011 to pick up the boy after school and a judge heard yesterday that the teenager was still
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Housing market confidence is growing in the Bradford market, say estate agents
Confidence is growing in Bradford’s housing market, according to the city’s estate agents, after a survey revealed the average price of a home in the region is now almost £170,000. House prices increased by 5.3 per cent in Yorkshire and Humberside
