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Never a dull moment watching Albion
WITH all the talk about ticket prices and demonstrations from Liverpool and Manchester United fans, the Albion Sports supporters cannot complain about entertainment value.The trouble is that manager Kulwinder Sandhu is being put through the wringer in
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UPDATE: Woman cut out of car following three vehicle crash this evening
A WOMAN from Burley Woodhead had to be cut out of her car following a three vehicle crash in Clayton this evening. Police, fire crews and ambulances were called to an accident near St Anthony's Church on Bradford Road just after 6pm. One of
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Addy: I'm happy in the halves
DANNY Addy has reconciled himself to the fact he will playing scrum half for the foreseeable future. The homegrown Bulls star’s favoured position is loose forward but he played in the halves to great effect last season when Harry Siejka and Lee
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UPDATE: Five car crash leads to major delays on M606
A FIVE car crash on the M606 has caused major traffic delays over rush hour. At around 5.30pm police and ambulance crews were called to the motorway at the junction with Merrydale Road after reports of a multi car crash. The cars involved were
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Former Eccleshill United boss chasing the American dream
FORMER Eccleshill boss Gerard Jones is swapping Plumpton Park for a spell in America.Jones, who was head coach at the Eagles when they were associated with the Richmond International Academic and Soccer Academy (RIASA), has landed himself a plum job in
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Drury delight at strikeforce's role in Bradford Park Avenue upturn
BOSS Martin Drury has hailed the impact of his front two during Park Avenue's recent resurgence.The Horsfall side have put a lamentable January behind them with three wins and a draw, including a 3-1 victory at home to FC United of Manchester last Wednesday.Lamin
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Businesses urged to donate auction items and raffle prizes for Manorlands charity night
AN Oakworth woman is urging local businesses to get behind an auction night to raise thousands of pounds for Sue Ryder Manorlands. Emma Ibbotson (pictured) is organising the night, which will take place at Utley Rugby Club on Saturday, April 2.She is
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City centre manager praised by High Street minister for his work regenerating North Parade
THE man in charge of Bradford city centre has been praised by the High Streets Minister for his efforts to make Bradford a better place to live, work and socialise.Jonny Noble is one of 13 individuals, ideas and schemes across the country to receive a
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No lack of puff as Shibden dominate Strathpuffer
SHIBDEN Cycling Club have belied their status as a relatively new club by coming away with silverware from one of the world's toughest mountain-bike endurance events.The Queensbury-based outfit put five four-man teams into the 11th annual Strathpuffer
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Bradford boxer Akbar lands English title
EXCITING boxing prospect Harris Akbar has added two England Youth Championship prizes to his growing haul.Akbar, a student at Bradford College Boxing Academy, won the final in the 69kg weight category and also collected the Tony Burns award for the most
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Residents speak of flooding ordeal during Shadow Environment Secretary's visit to Keighley
FLOOD-hit Keighley people are frustrated at how difficult it is to find out who is responsible for preventing their ordeal happening again, according to a senior opposition MP.Kerry McCarthy, the shadow environment secretary, spoke during a visit to parts
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UPDATE: Searches remain suspended for two Bradford climbers missing on Ben Nevis
EFFORTS to trace two Bradford climbers missing on Ben Nevis remained suspended today as high winds and driving snow prevented both ground and air searches. Rachel Slater, 24, and Tim Newton, 27, failed to return from an outing on Britain's highest
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Concerns over infill tipping at disused reservoir spark investigation
A JOINT investigation is under way into infill tipping at a Baildon Moor landmark which has sparked worries among residents and users of the twisting road to Eldwick. The Environment Agency and Bradford Council are both making inquires into activity
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Drivers warned of M62 roadworks
THE slip roads and roundabout at junction 26 on the M62 will be reduced to one lane overnight, from Monday for seven nights, for roadworks.The work will take place between 7pm and 6am as part of a project to add an extra to the roundabout. It is expected
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Bradford Cathedral service marks arrival of new Archdeacon
BRADFORD welcomes its new Archdeacon at a special service in the cathedral tomorrow.The Reverend Canon Dr Andy Jolley (pictured), was formerly vicar of Aston and Nechells in the Diocese of Birmingham.He succeeds the Venerable Dr David Lee and will have
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Just capital - prominent Bradfordians set up London branch of Yorkshire Society
THERE will now be a small part of God's own county permanently based in London as two Bradfordians have set up a new branch of theYorkshire Society.At a dinner in the House of Lords, former Bradford Grammar School students Sir David Wootton and Ken Wootton
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Training organisation Aspire-i wins praise from education watchdog
AN ORGANISATION dedicated to helping young people in Bradford into work and training has been praised by education inspectors who have rated it as 'good' in every category.Independent learning provider Aspire-i is a not-for-profit organisation which provides
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UPDATE: Four Bradford men appear in Scottish court to face drug charges
Four men from Bradford have appeared in a Scottish court after being arrested as part of a police drugs operation. The men were arrested in Inverness city centre on Thursday by police investigating the supply of cocaine, cannabis and amphetamines
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Latest 99 planning applications lodged with Bradford Council
The following planning applications have been lodged with Bradford Council: Addingham: construction of three new stone posts and gates to driveway and gates, Robinsons Farm, 8 Smithy Greaves. Apperley Bridge: construction of detached dwelling
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Darby wary of Rochdale threat to Bantams
STEPHEN Darby insists City will not be fooled by Rochdale's indifferent run of form. The Lancashire side come to Valley Parade tomorrow in 16th having won only twice in eight games - but they were both against top-three opponents. Darby, who
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Mother admits killing daughters found stabbed to death
A MOTHER, accused of murdering her two young daughters, has admitted being responsible for their deaths, a court heard today. Samira Lupidi, 24, appeared before Bradford Crown Court, via a television link from Newhall Prison, where she is being
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Cullen doubt for Bradford City home clash
JOSH Cullen is a major doubt for City's home clash with Rochdale. The West Ham youngster came in for training this morning but was sent home ill. Lee Evans, who had also been feeling the effects of a virus, is expected to be okay for tomorrow's
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UPDATE: England footballer told police it was 'stupid' to kiss a 15-year-old girl in his car
England footballer Adam Johnson admitted to police that he kissed a 15-year-old girl in his car, telling officers he was "stupid" and he "should have known better", a Bradford jury has heard. An interview conducted with the 28-year-old former Sunderland
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Mullally set for competitive debut in Leeds Rhinos' World Club Challenge clash
FORMER Bulls loanee Anthony Mullally will make his competitive debut for Leeds in Sunday's World Club Challenge against North Queensland Cowboys.The 24-year-old Ireland prop, who has joined the Super League champions on a three-year deal from Huddersfield
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Four men jailed for total of 37 years for their roles in sophisticated drugs plots
A BUSINESSMAN has been jailed for 12-and-a-half years for plotting to bring "import-grade" heroin into Bradford. Bradford man Arshad Zaman Khan played a central role in two sophisticated plots, one of them to bring high-purity heroin into the city
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UPDATE: Body of woman, 70, found at sheltered housing complex following fire
THE body of a woman has been found at a house in Bradford following a fire. Emergency services had to break down the door of the home at Thornhill House, Thornbury, after police were called at 9.02am by a concerned resident. Abdul Rashid, a
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Have your say on gaps in dental care
THE issue of dental health in the Bradford district is one that needs some attention. Figures show that 46 per cent of five-year-olds have tooth decay – that compares to a national average of 28 per cent. It is an alarming statistic, and one
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Holt re-signs for Rochdale ahead of Bantams clash
EXPERIENCED striker Grant Holt is set to make his second Rochdale "debut" at Valley Parade tomorrow. The well-travelled 34-year-old has returned to the club on a deal until the end of the season. Holt last played for Dale on January 2, 2006
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Angling Lines
SKIPTON AAMORE heavy rain at the beginning of last week managed to bring the River Aire to the top of its banking, with some minor flooding of the adjacent fields. However, by the weekend the river had fallen to a level suitable for angling, although
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Eastham warning to stop Rochdale season heading south
ROCHDALE have got to “man up” about their current sliding form.Dale blew a two-goal lead to only draw at home to Crewe in midweek – after scoring twice in the opening six minutes.That followed a defeat against the same opponents ten days earlier and a
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Yorkshire snap up Aussie batsman Head as replacement overseas star
YORKSHIRE have signed Australian batsman Travis Head as their replacement overseas player once Kane Williamson leaves the county in July. Head, 22, will link up with the White Rose from July 18 to play in all competitions. He starred for Adelaide
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Parkinson: Defence can lift Bradford City as much as the goalscorers
CITY can take inspiration from both ends of the pitch as they target a winning hat-trick tomorrow.The strikers have rediscovered the goal trail with six in the week’s two victories that have moved the Bantams to within three points of the top six.But
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Urgent appeal for volunteers to save helpline set up to help those whose lives have been devastated by road death
SINCE its inception more than 20 years ago it has become a lifeline.But the stark reality is that lifeline could soon be lost if more volunteers don't come forward to provide a listening ear to those who are dealing with the devastation of losing a loved
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Hammer time! You can't touch Bradford City's young stars, says McMahon
TONY McMahon hopes City can put the Hammer down in their play-off push – thanks to their West Ham teenage contingent.New recruit Josh Cullen has hit the ground running with two polished performances in midfield.Meanwhile centre half Reece Burke continues
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Wyke and Sedge go head to head in Memorial Cup showdown
THE eagerly-awaited opening round Jack Senior Memorial Bradford Cup tie between Wyke and Odsal Sedbergh looks certain to go ahead at the third time of asking at Towngate Rec (2pm).The first game was postponed due to a waterlogged surface and the second
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Bulls winger Caro ready for Widnes pitch
OMARI Caro admits he is wary of Widnes’ iPitch after a previous visit left him nursing an infected wound for over six months.The Bulls face Swinton Lions tomorrow night at the Select Security Stadium after the Championship clash was switched from Sedgley
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Salem need to turn their season around
BRADFORD Salem may be three places and 13 points above a relegation berth but after six straight defeats in Yorkshire Division One, they are looking beneath them rather than above them. Although they are at home to Selby – one of four clubs behind
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Young Bradford bands showcase their talents at festival in the city
YOUNG Bradford bands, including musicians and performers with learning disabilities, will be showcasing their talents at a festival in the city. Sormfest is organised annually by the Bradford-based School of Rock and Media (Sorm) to give bands
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New musical re-lives the days of Cathy and Claire and photo love...
ONCE upon a time, teenage girls lived in a world without mobile phones, laptops or iPads. There was no Facebook or Snapchat, no YouTube vloggers or anything resembling an online dating app. But none of that mattered. Because for a generation of
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NHS pays for Bradford girl, nine, to undergo cancer treatment in the US
A NINE-YEAR-OLD Bradford girl is jetting off to the US today to start ten weeks of intensive cancer treatment to hopefully rid her of a brain tumour. Paris Somma, of Kesteven Road, Holme Wood, has already undergone three bouts of major surgery
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Health watchdog gets teeth into the district's NHS dentist shortage
A HEALH watchdog wants patients in Bradford to help it carry out a check-up on the shortage of NHS dentists. People are being encouraged by Healthwatch Bradford and District to take part in a short on-line survey to build up an accurate picture
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Daredevils wanted for Lord Mayor's abseil challenge
DAREDEVILS have been urged to take the plunge and sign up for a fundraising abseil down a Bradford building.Volunteers are wanted to take part in a sponsored abseil down the Margaret McMillan Tower, Prince's Way, on Saturday, April 16, between 10am and
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Relatives of murderers convicted under joint enterprise law welcome Supreme Court ruling
RELATIVES of two Bradford convicted murderers under joint enterprise law have welcomed a Supreme Court ruling that the legislation had been wrongly interpreted by criminal trial judges for the last 30 years.The judgement, delivered at a hearing in London
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Driver, 22, jailed for leading police on high speed chase in Bradford
A DANGER driver, who decided to "run" the police, has been jailed for more than a year.Sentencing Jerome McIntosh, 22, to 13 months and two weeks in prison, Judge Robert Bartfield said: "The offence is so serious there has to be an immediate
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Social housing groups in Bradford fear housing allowance changes could make vulnerable people homeless
SOCIAL housing groups in the Bradford district have received national backing after calling for the Government to reconsider changes they fear could make vulnerable people homeless.Yorkshire Housing, which operates 18,500 properties in the county, including
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Bradford rehab centre hosts celebration for people who have overcome addiction
A REHABILITATION centre based in Bradford was celebrating yesterday as members of its recovery programmes attended a ceremony to mark the completion of the programme.The Piccadilly Project, on Upper Piccadilly, held a graduation ceremony to honour the
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Shipley conman, 45, 'too unwell' to attend court for sentencing hearing
A MAN who pleaded guilty to fraudulently collecting money on behalf of a religious association in Shipley is set to be sentenced next week. Zamir Hussain, 45, had been due to appear at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates Court yesterday, but the court heard
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Jail for 'despicable' burglar who stole mobility car after raiding sleeping couple's home
A BURGLAR who stole a mobility car after breaking into a couple's home in the dead of night as they slept has been branded "sick" and "despicable" by a judge. Lee Rubery, 43, a lifelong heroin addict, claimed to have no recollection of the burglary
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Wood set to miss Leeds United's FA Cup showdown at Watford
LEEDS United striker Chris Wood looks certain to miss tomorrow’s FA Cup Fifth Round tie away to Watford, but full-back Gaetano Berardi will be assessed ahead of the Vicarage Road trip.Wood has been sidelined since a hamstring injury during the first half
