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Taxi driver used vehicle twice without proper licence or insurance but escapes ban
A TAXI driver used a vehicle twice without the licence to do so and without insurance but has escaped a ban. Mohammed Urrehman, 46, of Apsen Rise, in Allerton, Bradford was sentenced at Kirklees Magistrates' Court on December 12, 2022 for four
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Suspected drug dealer arrested with address 'tinned up' and tenancy ended
A SUSPECTED drug dealer was arrested just before the new year, with an address "tinned up" and their tenancy ended. Sergeant Terri Green, who covers Baildon, Bingley and Bingley Rural, shared information on her Twitter page late last Thursday about
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'I've been sleeping but now I'm awake!': Eisa hopes to put injury nightmare to bed
IT’S BEEN a long, long time coming for Abo Eisa - 624 days to be precise. Or three years since he last scored in front of actual fans. Eisa’s previous goal before New Year’s Day was on April 17, 2021 in Scunthorpe’s defeat at Forest Green -
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Traffic queued four miles after multi-vehicle crash on major road
TRAFFIC queued for four miles after a multi-vehicle crash on a major road. The collision happened on the southbound carriageway of the A1, between junction 40 (A1M) and junction 39 (Wentbridge), just to the east of Leeds. National Highways:
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Sharp reminder of life and death matter from fire service as New Year begins
THE FIRE service has given a sharp reminder of a life and death matter as we welcome a new year. West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS) posted on its Twitter page this morning with a warning for those returning to the office or place of work
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Avenue academy talent makes major step up after impressing Bower and Boshell
BRADFORD (Park Avenue) have announced the non-contract signing of academy player Myles La Bastide. La Bastide, who has been training with the first team for the last two months, has signed on until the end of the season after impressing manager
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Historic and famous Bradford hotel goes up for sale for seven-figure sum
A HISTORIC and famous Bradford hotel has gone up for sale for a seven-figure sum. The Midland Hotel, in Cheapside, in the city centre has appeared on property sale website, Rightmove. It is listed with a guide price of £3 million and is described
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Ten-man Avenue overcome derby disasters for former Bantams pair to claim fine point
BRADFORD (Park Avenue) began the New Year with a derby day spectacle that saw their 10 men clinch a crucial point against Farsley Celtic in National League North. It was the third time that these two sides have encountered one another this season
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The TV dramas created by Happy Valley's Sally Wainwright filmed in Bradford
TV hit Happy Valley has returned, with the third and final series of the dark drama. Scenes were filmed in Thornton last year, continuing a tradition of Sally Wainwright dramas shot in the Bradford district. Here we look at some of them - from
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WEATHER WARNING: Met Office issues yellow alert for part of Bradford
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for part of Bradford. It warns of icy stretches which could form throughout this morning and may cause issues for people. The alert covers the north part of the city, including places like
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Look back: Smallpox outbreak in Bradford
IN late 2020, St George’s Hall was opened as a lateral flow test centre - part of a rapid testing programme rolled out in the Bradford district, to help protect those most at risk from Covid. Back in January 1962, the historic concert venue was
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How to be an NSPCC volunteer in 2023
AS we head into the first few days of 2023, it's a good time for us to reflect on the New Year's resolutions we might set ourselves. Some of us want to try to be more active, some might want to read more, while others may want to be more charitable
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Woman told she'd never run again gets London Marathon spot - after 25 years applying!
A CLECKHEATON woman who was told she would never run again after a devastating car accident in 1995 has been applying for the London marathon every year and has been awarded a place in the 2023 ballot. Penelope North, 61, was an avid marathon runner
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Traditional frontage of city centre shop to be restored
THE refurbishment of a city centre shop front will be a “welcome” improvement – planners have agreed. The former Post Office unit on Darley Street dates back to the early 20th Century, but has a modern shop frontage. The unit has been empty
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Councillor fears proposed tip closure could lead to fly-tipping
A COUNCILLOR is concerned the proposed closure of a household waste centre in Keighley could lead to fly-tipping. Bradford Council is undertaking a consultation on the proposed closure of the Royd Ings Avenue household waste centre in the town.
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Another Bradford Council children's home rated Inadequate
Another Bradford Council children’s home has been rated Inadequate. The home, which is run by the local authority, was visited by Ofsted on October 27 and 28. It received the lowest rating possible, after being downgraded from Requires Improvement
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Long derelict city building to benefit from Government regeneration fund
OVER £1 million in Government funding will be used to help breathe new life into a crumbling Bradford city centre building. A scheme to convert Galem House, in the Goitside Conservation area, into 77 flats will be partly funded through a national
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The top ten mistakes that could see you fail your driving test
The DVSA has crevealed the most common reasons learners have failed their driving tests previously. These communications were sent out to instructors during the backlog caused by the pandemic in the hope that if instructors focus on these areas
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10 surprising items you didn't know were vegan
Whether you're taking part in the annual Veganuary pledge or you're just looking to cut down on your meat consumption, finding some vegan alternatives can have huge health benefits. Vegan foods aren't all cocoa balls and tofu - you'll be surprised
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'I'm offended' - Google stores more information about you than you think
A TikTok video explaining how you can find out everything Google assumes about you based on your online activity has gone viral. The information includes your age, gender, profession and interests based on what Google has managed to find out about
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10 exciting destinations to travel to from Leeds Bradford Airport revealed
SUN-SEEKERS’ favourite sunshine holiday destinations to travel to from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) have been revealed. Here are a few details on each from the Yeadon airport as people begin 2023 by planning their breaks away. Ibiza
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Inquest into death of man killed in horror M62 Lamborghini crash to open
AN inquest into the death of a man killed in a horror crash on the M62 will be opened tomorrow (Tuesday, January 3). Mohammed Shaan Hussain, who was 20 and from Bradford, died after the black Lamborghini Urus he was travelling in overturned on
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Family of little boy who tragically died determined to create legacy in his memory
THE parents of a little boy who died suddenly have spoken of their determination to create a lasting legacy in his memory. Jasper Cook, from Birkenshaw, was just eight years old when he tragically passed away last January. His parents, Kim,
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SIMON PARKER'S VERDICT: All going right for Hughes as Valley Parade smiles widen
CITY 3 SALFORD 2 SOMETIMES management must seem quite straightforward. Mark Hughes could be excused for thinking that after four fruitful days that have steered City’s promotion bandwagon back into the fast lane. A switch of formation and
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BANTAMS v SALFORD: Match stats and player ratings
CITY enjoyed the perfect start to 2023 with a pulsating 3-2 victory over Salford. T&A chief sports writer SIMON PARKER was at Valley Parade to see another home win and provides the match stats and his player ratings. MAN OF THE MATCH
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Morrisons is slashing prices on some of its essential items to help shoppers save
MORRISONS is cutting 130 prices across its entry-level products to help shoppers’ money go further throughout the January squeeze. The cuts by the Bradford-based supermarket chain include important fresh and frozen products for family meals and
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Travel in Bradford district and beyond by bus for just £2 - all the details
AS the cost-of-living crisis continues, Bradford people travelling on Yorkshire bus firm Transdev’s entire network can travel for up to 87 per cent less as a Government-funded Help for Household scheme begins today (Monday, January 2). The maximum