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The Disposal of Vapes in Leeds- Arghavan Afshari, Prince Henry’s Grammar School
There is a surging increase of smoking and e-cigarettes in Yorkshire, the region has a smoking rate of 16% which is higher than the national average rate in England. This rate in Leeds may have decreased due to the increasing amount of teenagers and
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NEW HALAL BAKING BUSINESS ON THE BLOCK-Arghavan Afshari, PrinceHenry’s Grammar School
Owning a food business can be a difficult procedure towards many however owning a business online rather than an in store business can impact your business both positively and negatively. There is not a close measure on the proximity to customers and
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New operation to thwart pickpockets to help Christmas shoppers in town centres
PLAIN clothes police have begun patrols to thwart pickpockets in a new operation to help Christmas shoppers and retailers. The Kirklees Town Centre Partnership has warned thieves that undercover officers are now patrolling in Huddersfield and Dewsbury
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Prince Henry’s Grammar School Book Fair: Laura Elkington- PHGS
Prince Henry’s Grammar school’s annual book fair provides great opportunities for student to improve their reading skills and be able to enjoy a wide variety of book genres. In November every year, the book fair opens up for student to come
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Mum speaks of horror after male attempts to snatch toddler from pram
A SHAKEN-UP mum has spoken of the terrifying moment her three-year-old child was nearly abducted when they were out walking. The woman, who was with her three children on Acre Crescent in Eccleshill, Bradford, on Sunday when the horror began to
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Rombald the Giant caught on camera…? No, it's the mysterious Brocken Spectre
COULD this be the legendary Rombald, the Giant of Ilkley Moor, caught on camera at last? Moo Ping Vivienne, of Eaton Road, Ilkley, caught this amazing image while walking on the moors, showing what appears to be a gigantic figure framed in the
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Man kidnapped ex-partner from street and threatened to kill her
A MAN has been jailed for two and a half years after kidnapping his former partner from the street and then hitting her in the face in front of attending police officers. Adrian Nedelcu frogmarched the terrified woman across the road before assaulting
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Bradford newborns to be given library cards
IT is hoped that Bradford’s newborns could become a generation of baby bookworms under a new scheme to issue library cards at birth. Bradford Council will be issuing library cards to newborn babies in a new initiative aimed at inspiring a lifelong
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£225,000 fund available amid cost of living crisis
COMMUNITY groups and other voluntary and faith organisations in Calderdale are being invited to apply for funding amid the cost of living crisis. Calderdale Council, the Mayor of West Yorkshire’s Cost of Living Emergency Fund and the Community
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Bradford man charged with 18 burglary offences
A BRADFORD man has been charged with 18 burglary offences. Ryan Hardacre, of no fixed abode, was arrested and charged with two burglaries and 16 attempted burglaries. The offences relate to incidents mainly in Bingley earlier this month.
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is it 'boring' to skip after-work drinks?
IF ANYONE asked me to describe Sir Keir Starmer in one word, I would say ‘boring.’ It’s perhaps a little unfair - I don’t even know the man and have never met him, but it is how I perceive him. Boris Johnson, on the other hand, I would describe
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Objectors fear hotel plan for Grade I listed hall will damage village life
A PLANNING application to transform Denton Hall into a hotel has attracted opposition from the villagers of Denton who fear an increase in traffic will see grass verges destroyed and the Conservation Area damaged. Owners of the Grade I listed hall
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Bridal shop set to close as running costs 'rise almost weekly'
A bridal shop is set to close its doors amid rising costs and challenging trading conditions. Isla Loux Bridal Boutique has helped hundreds of brides-to-be’s find their wedding dress over the past eight years on Bailiff Bridge’s high street.
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Emergency services deal with incident as several trains cancelled on major route
SEVERAL trains have been cancelled this lunchtime on a key route connecting Leeds and Manchester. Emergency services rushed to an incident at a railway station between Stalybridge and Manchester Victoria. Police attended Ashton-under-Lyne station
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Child abduction attempt made in Bradford as male tries to grab toddler in pram
POLICE are appealing for information following an attempted abduction in Bradford. The incident is reported to have happened in the Eccleshill area on the evening of Sunday, November 27. Mum speaks of horror after child abduction attempt
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Missing teen found safe and well
A MISSING teen has now been found safe and well. Police have thanked everyone who shared the appeal for Aston Rhodes.
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Harrowing images of burnt lorry emerge after fire on M62 that caused delays for hours
HARROWING pictures have emerged of the damage a lorry sustained following a fire on the M62 this morning. At around 5am on Tuesday, the M62 was closed westbound between Ainley Top and Rishworth Moor for just over an hour. It led to a six-mile-long
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Sex offender panicked and left his flat after being threatened and called 'a nonce'
A CONVICTED sex offender who panicked and left his West Yorkshire flat after he was threatened and called a nonce has been spared an immediate prison sentence for failing to register his new address with the police. Dominic Fella, 32, committed
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Two Bradford films will be showcased at an international film festival in Italy
TWO BRADFORD films will be shown at an international short film festival in Italy next month, celebrating ‘language of the short film’. Films ‘Girl Power’ and Lights of Bradford’ will be showcased at the 10th annual Fabriano film fest, organised
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Man to stand trial accused of producing cannabis in Bradford city centre
AN Albanian national has been remanded back into custody to stand trial at Bradford Crown Court on February 15 accused of production of cannabis. Anduel Rupo, 31, of no fixed address, is in Leeds Prison charged with the alleged offence said to
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Two Bradford churches receive £5,000 to make repairs
TWO churches in Bradford have been awarded a total of £5,000 from the Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust to enable them to make repairs. St John the Evangelist in Bierley will receive £4,000 and St James Church in Baildon will receive £1,000.
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Why people living in one area of Bradford may hear a siren this week
PEOPLE who are in the south of Bradford may hear a siren on Thursday morning and night. It’s because Low Moor-based Solenis is carrying out a test of its off-site emergency siren at 10am and 8pm. A spokesperson said: “The siren, which produces
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Police want to identify these people as part of their enquiries into Bradford crimes
Police have released photos of people they would like to identify. The images are in relation to different crimes across Bradford. West Yorkshire Police’s images may be of both potential suspects or witnesses. Members of the public should
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Find out the days you won't be getting post as Royal Mail staff strike
Royal Mail workers are set to stage more strikes in December over rows regarding pay and working conditions. The strikes come as the Communication Workers Union (CWU) told staff of the strike dates in early November. A WU spokesperson said
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Young Avenue boys battle bravely but Brighouse have edge in cup clash
A YOUNG and resilient Bradford (Park Avenue) side bowed out of the West Riding County Cup against Brighouse Town last night, losing the game on penalties. An early goal from Zak Kersey saw hosts Bradford take the lead against last season's finalists
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Two Bradford boys found safe and well
WEST Yorkshire Police has confirmed that two boys who were reported missing have now been found. West Yorkshire Police reported that both boys have been found safe and well. Police thanked everyone for sharing their appeal. Have you got
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Fed up of football? Pour best foot forward and go for a walk
If you are fed up of hearing about the World Cup, why not get up, don your walking boots or wellies, and head out for a walk in the fresh air. There's nothing like a walk to blow away the cobwebs and the activity has proven health benefits.
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Former Labour MP to stand again at the next general election
FORMER Keighley Labour MP John Grogan has been chosen by the party to contest the seat again at the next general election. He was selected during a meeting at Keighley's Central Hall yesterday (November 27), which saw more than 300 party members
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Teenager to cut off his locks to raise £1,000 for charity
A BRADFORD teenager will be cutting his locks for Macmillan this Friday and hopes to reach his £1,000 fundraising target. Edward Holmes, 15, attends Titus Salt School in Shipley and has been growing his hair for a year, with the charity project
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Police issue fresh arrest warrant for Madeleine McCann suspect Christian B
A new arrest warrant has been issued related to Madeleine McCann suspect Christian B. German investigators are awaiting approval in Italy. The suspect, identified by media as Christian Brueckner, is currently serving a seven-year prison sentence
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Man in court after being clocked at 110mph on motorway in Bradford
A BRADFORD man has appeared in court for speeding at 110mph on a motorway in the city. Mohammed Zain Ul A Hussain, 30, of West View Terrace, Fairweather Green, appeared before Bradford and Keighley Magistrates' Court to be sentenced. According
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How to drive safely in dense fog as drivers urged to be cautious
Driving in fog can be very dangerous, with its dense nature reducing visibility and making it harder to spot potential hazards. As the months get colder fog is more common during the earlier hours - but it can disrupt drivers during rush hour commutes
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BBC announces Christmas specials including Strictly Come Dancing and Mrs Brown's Boys
The BBC has announced its Christmas and New Year shows for 2022 with Strictly Come Dancing and Mrs Brown's Boys making their return. Last year, Strictly’s Christmas special proved a ratings hit, claiming the most viewers outside of the Queen’s
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What is today's Wordle word? November 29 hints and answer
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5-letter word in only six attempts. The game
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Energy firm joins scheme where it could pay customers to cut their energy usage
OVO Energy has joined a scheme where it could pay its customers to reduce their energy usage at key times. The National Grid Electricity System Operator launched the scheme earlier this month and has engaged in trials with customers. Some households
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Why is it so foggy today? Met Office explains misty weather
Parts of West Yorkshire have been covered in a thick blanket of fog in recent days. Drivers have reported low visibility on the roads due to the misty weather. It comes after the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for fog on Tuesday
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Long distance walker Peter pens a fun Coast to Coast tale
‘ANDY tries to lift both legs and his walking pole over and across a gnarled and twisted lump of a tree.’ Seconds later, his right foot, walking pole and fallen tree come together and he affects a rather dramatic and astonishingly balletic pirouette
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Pupils take over staff roles for a day
SITTING in classrooms learning, few children consider what it is like to be standing at the front, teaching the class. Being at the helm of a room full of youngsters is a very different experience to that of being a pupil. It’s challenging and
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Lorry fire on M62 leads to SIX mile long traffic queues - latest updates
DRIVERS have faced delays on the motorway this morning after a lorry fire. Traffic alerts reported that the M62 was closed westbound between Ainley Top and Rishworth Moor was closed for just over an hour. It has led to a six mile long traffic
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Bradford house prices rise by thousands - how much your home could be worth
House prices in Bradford have gone up by an average of over £4,000 in the month of September, according to figures from the Land Registry. The latest data from the government department reveals that in September 2022 average house prices in Bradford
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Meat processing centre was converted into supermarket without permission
A MEAT processing centre was converted to a small supermarket without planning permission – but the business could still continue running. On Wednesday Bradford Council will decide whether to approve a retrospective planning application to convert
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Trailer released for Bradford film aiming for same success as Bend it Like Beckham
A LOCAL filmmaker and producer has announced the production of her first independent feature film based in Bradford, which hopes to revel in the same success as Bend it Like Beckham and East is East. The film Tell Me About It (TMAI) is set in Bradford
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It's been a busy Movember at Britannia Care
There’s always a great deal of activity at Britannia Care, but this month there has been more activity than usual, with staff and residents participating and celebrating a number of different events. The visit of King Charles III to Bradford lifted
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Young people given help to find their dream jobs
A RECRUITMENT company held its first job fair, last week, aiming to help find young people find their dream jobs. Pudsey-based WR Resourcing held the event at St James Church In Pudsey, last Thursday, November 24 and it was sponsored by Bradford-based
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'Qatar has been amazing experience' – Bradford City fans relishing unique World Cup
BRADFORD City fans following England abroad at the World Cup are relishing the unique setting and one supporter described Qatar as "an amazing experience”. The Three Lions are sat on four points with one game left to go in the group stage, after
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Man was knocked out at taxi rank in 'appalling and disgraceful' assault
A MAN suffered two badly broken front teeth when he was knocked out while waiting in a taxi rank in the early hours, Bradford Crown Court heard. Jorden Parnell, who was also queuing for a cab, punched him three times in the face, causing him to
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When work will start on new £13.6m housing development in Bradford district
WORK on a new multi-million pound housing development in the Bradford district is due to start at the end of this year. Computer generated imagery (CGI) of what the completed site in Cullingworth will look like has also been produced. Avant
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Father of six, with another child on the way, avoids driving ban after speeding twice
A FATHER of six, with another child on the way, avoided a driving ban after he was caught speeding twice. Constantin Nicuta, of Clifton Mount in Leeds, appeared at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates' Court on Friday, November 18. Join our
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Covid-19: told through the eyes of Bradford's best rugby league sides (part one)
AT the start of 2020, the world was put on hold as the COVID-19 pandemic was officially declared. The virus was first identified from an outbreak in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Attempts to contain it failed, allowing the virus to spread to
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Bradford's homelessness deaths figures are 'shocking' and 'deeply concerning'
A CHARITY is deeply concerned at the "harrowing figures" around homelessness deaths in Bradford. The latest estimates from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggest there were 20 deaths in Bradford between 2017 and 2021. Of these, six occurred
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New Zealander enjoy storming success on Salem debut as trio score braces
APART from getting used to the cold weather, Clayden Paranihi had a relatively gentle introduction to English rugby union. The 20-year-old New Zealander came on at half-time during Bradford Salem’s 66-3 Counties One Yorkshire victory over Roundhegians
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Eisa so grateful for brotherly love during long road to recovery
ABO Eisa is happy to have big brother watching every move as he attempts to make up for so much lost time at Valley Parade. The winger has only just hit double figures in appearances after joining City before the start of last season. Finally
