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Ex Yorkshire MP 'tried to claim up to £30,000 to fund cocaine habit’
A former MP tried to fraudulently claim up to £30,000 in taxpayers’ money to fund an “extensive cocaine habit”, prosecutors have said. Jared O’Mara, 41, who represented the constituency of Sheffield Hallam from 2017 to 2019, is on trial for submitting
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Readers share pictures of today's incredible sunset
READERS got in touch to share their pictures of today's glorious sunset over Bradford. This fantastic sunset was captured over the district by one reader. The purples and pinks faded for this golden moment as the sunset progressed.
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Bradford City sign midfielder Adam Clayton on a free transfer by Aleeza Abbas, BGA
EFL League Two football club, Bradford City sign Adam Clayton, Doncaster Rovers midfielder, on a free transfer Bradford City AFC. signed the Doncaster Rovers midfielder Adam Clayton on a free transfer, on a deal until the end of this season. Throughout
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National Grid EXTENDS payment to households for cutting electric use
A National Grid scheme to pay households to cut down on their electricity usage has been extended. The plan, which sees energy companies offer people discounts for cutting back on their electricity is to be expanded into tomorrow as the National
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Bradford man found safe and well
A MISSING Bradford man has been found safe and well. Police have thanked everyone who shared the appeal for Adrian Khoshkhoo.
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Voluntary redundancies at Barclays branch in Bradford down to 'wider restructure'
A BANK has explained why voluntary redundancies are happening at its Bradford branch. Barclays say four workers are taking redundancy as part of a "wider restructure". Last week, the bank announced plans to shut down 15 more branches, including
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Owner of dangerous dog called Bolt appears to have himself bolted
THE owner of a dangerous dog called Bolt appears to have himself bolted following his second non-appearance at Bradford Crown Court. A warrant not backed for bail was issued last month to track down Shafiq Azam, 43, of Leeds Road, Bradford, who
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Historic music studios used by Kaiser Chiefs opens for free public tours
A MUSIC studio used by bands with Bradford links including the Kaiser Chiefs and Embrace is offering free tours. Old Chapel Music Studios in Leeds is opening its doors to the public for free organised tours every month until the end of February
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Hughes gives window update as former City striker prepares for move
CITY continue to field interest for some of their fringe players with eight days left of the transfer window. Luke Hendrie, Yann Songo’o, Levi Sutton and Ryan East are all potential targets for other clubs as they struggle for regular first-team
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Furniture firm celebrates huge milestone three years ahead of schedule
A BATLEY-based furniture manufacturer and retailer has achieved carbon neutral certification three years ahead of its target. HSL made a pledge in 2019 to decrease its impact on the environment by reducing its carbon footprint and become a carbon
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Social supermarket in Bradford to benefit from Aldi stock donation deal
A SOCIAL supermarket in Bradford is set to benefit through excess stock from a supermarket’s distribution centres. Excess stock from Aldi’s network of regional distribution centres is to be made available to Community Shop Tong Street in Bradford
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Major airlines looking for flight attendants- but you have to be a certain height
If you're a keen traveller and have always fancied yourself as an international jet setter, then you're in luck. Airlines British Airways, easyJet and TUI are all currently recruiting for new onboard flight attendants. Cabin crew staff work
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Friends' Mount Kilimanjaro climb started 'as a bit of a joke'
A FUNDRAISING idea to climb Mount Kilimanjaro that started as a 'bit of a joke' will soon become reality for four friends from South Craven. In February, James Waring, Scott Black, Ryan Fountain, and Agatha Cooper, will be trekking up to the summit
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Police seize Audi on major Bradford road after driver made a u-turn
OFFICERS in Bradford seized a vehicle after it was caught doing a u-turn on a busy main road. Steerside officers in Bradford East stopped the driver as they made a u-turn on Wakefield Road which is prohibited. Join our Crime & Breaking
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Local firms urged to check own data protection rules
SMALL and medium-sized firms across Yorkshire are being urged to check they have the right data protection practices in place. The warning from the Information Commissioner’s Office comes ahead of Data Protection Day, on January 28. A recent
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Bradford parents urged to 'bin the bottle' as part of health campaign
PARENTS of toddlers aged one and above across the Bradford district are being invited to ‘bin the bottle’ in a bid to improve the oral health of babies and young children. The aim is to raise awareness of the effects that prolonged bottle use can
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'He loved the food' - Leeds United superstar visits popular restaurant
A LEEDS United footballer celebrated a man-of-the-match performance by enjoying food at a well-loved local restaurant. Wilfried Gnonto has made quite the impression since arriving at Elland Road in September. The forward bagged a brace in the
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Man, 48, banned from Boyes Store after stealing air fryer
A 48-YEAR old Skipton man who stole a £44.99 Tower air fryer from the town's Boyes Store has been given a community order, banning him from the shop. At York Magistrates Court, Darren Leigh Brewin admitted to the theft of the air fryer from the
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New Skills Hub opens to help locals get a job and further their career
A NEW adult education centre designed to help local residents improve their employment credentials has opened in Bradford. The Skills Hub is based at The Holme Centre at Holme United Reformed Church on Madison Avenue in Holme Wood. A range
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Steeton survive along with Avenue to claim fine draw but weather woes hit the rest
IT was another thoroughly miserable weekend for the majority of our non-league clubs. With City's home game against Carlisle off, it was the same scenario for the several of their Bradford counterparts. Only Bradford (Park Avenue) and Steeton
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Young Mercedes driver from Bradford hit nearly 100mph on the motorway
A YOUNG Bradford man has been sentenced for driving without due care and attention on a motorway. Mikhail Malik, of Mill House Rise, off Rooley Lane, was behind the wheel of a Mercedes C220 on the M1 Southbound Junction 37-36 in Barnsley on June
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Expert reveals checklist for heating your home ahead of cold weather
As much of the UK is set to face a bout of cold weather in the coming days it is important to ensure you are prepared and your heating is working efficiently. With frozen pipes and failed heating, both plumbers and heating specialists are extremely
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Official statement released by police after car smashes into fish and chip shop
POLICE have released an official statement after a car crashed into a fish and chip shop on Saturday night. Police were called to reports that a car had been in collision with a building on New Road, Yeadon, shortly before 10.30pm on Saturday,
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Play based on true story of Jewish refugee to be performed in Bradford
A SHOW based on the story of a German Jewish woman who started a new life in Britain after World War Two is coming to Bradford next month. Eva, which uses theatre and poetry to explore themes of displacement, isolation and immigration, is coming
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Anger as petition calling for tip to be saved is rejected
FURY has erupted after Bradford Council rejected a petition opposing the planned closure of Keighley tip. Campaigners have accused the local authority of trying to "silence the voices" of townspeople. But the council says the petition was refused
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New Director of Children's Services in Bradford is appointed
THE woman who has been in charge of Bradford’s Children’s Services since late 2021 has been given the role permanently. Marium Haque took on the role on an interim basis after former head Mark Douglas stood down in October 2021. The appointment
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Martin Lewis warning to million who could be missing out on £2,100
Martin Lewis has given an “important message” to anyone aged between 12 and 20, or their parents, as they could potentially miss out on more than £2,000. The Money Saving Expert released a video on Twitter urging people to check if they are one
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Leeds left cursing missed chances as Brentford bring point back from Elland Road
LEEDS' winless Premier League run was extended to six matches as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Brentford at Elland Road. The point lifted Leeds above West Ham into 15th place, but they sit just one point above the relegation zone, while Brentford
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Prolific Preston bags again as Avenue fight fog to draw at Kidderminster
LOWLY Bradford (Park Avenue) secured a crucial National League North point in Worcestershire on Saturday after drawing 1-1 against Kidderminster Harriers. The deadlock was broken late in the first half, as Avenue's Jordan Preston continued his
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Man broke Covid-19 travel rules when he arrived at Leeds Bradford Airport
A MAN has been fined more than £1,700 after breaking Covid travel rules at Leeds Bradford Airport. Barrie Topham, 67, of Lane Ends View, Stanley, Wakefield, didn’t provide information on a passenger locator form when he arrived at Leeds Bradford
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Bradford a 'favoured destination' for international students
THE UNIVERSITY of Bradford is a “favoured destination” for higher education students from across the world – and is helping to build bridges with other countries – it has been said after it received an accolade last week. The university has been
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BANTAMS OPPOSITION: Pre-season favourites Stockport are on the charge
IT’S taken a while but City's next opponents Stockport are finally starting to live up to the heady expectations. The Hatters roared back into the EFL after an 11-year absence as favourites with the bookies for instant promotion. But the National
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Counselling charity to open its first church-based hub in Bradford
COUNSELLING charity Wellspring is to open its first hub in partnership with a local church – in Bradford. The counselling and training centre, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, is set to open its first hub location in West Bowling
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Police appeal for information after jewellery stolen in house break-in
POLICE are appealing for information after jewellery of sentimental value, including a unique bracelet, was stolen in a burglary. The Kirklees District Crime Team would like to speak to anyone who has information about the break-in which took place
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Swimmers face the daily freeze to help homeless people
A GROUP of Craven based swimmers are taking to the outdoors everyday throughout this month - whatever the weather - to raise money for a homeless charity. The swimmers are joining other groups from across North and West Yorkshire and in the Lake
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Work underway to prepare Bradford city centre streets for Netflix filming
WORK is underway to prepare a number of streets in Bradford city centre for the filming of a star-studded Netflix movie. Six Triple Eight, a drama set during the height of the Second World War, is set to be filmed in Bradford’s Little Germany next
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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted abduction of teenage girl in Bradford
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted abduction after a 16-year-old girl was reportedly grabbed before running to safety. Police have now made an arrest after stepping up patrols following the alleged incident near Bowling Cemetery
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Inquest opens into death of woman, 76, after two-car crash
AN inquest into the death of a woman who was killed in a crash has opened today. Margaret Loveday, from Keighley, died after the collision in Brighouse and Denholme Gate Road, in Shelf, close to its junction with Score Hill, at 11.08am on Monday
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York set to follow Bradford with drivers' congestion charge
DRIVERS may soon have to pay to enter York as the city looks to follow Bradford with congestion charging. Cllr Andy D'Agorne, Green group leader and transport executive member on City of York Council, was outlining his party's stance at the May
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National Grid will pay households to use less energy tonight
Some households across the UK could earn discounts on their energy bills by cutting back on their use between 5pm and 6pm today. The National Grid ESO (electricity system operator) is activating its demand flexibility service (DFS) for the first
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Warning millions could be hit with £116 energy bill hike this month
More than 2.5 million households have been warned they could be hit by a £116 energy bill rise this month. Households on some tariffs will see a rise in January, with Economy 7 tariffs increasing by 7.6 per cent already in 2023. Companies who
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Teenage boy charged with attempted murder after shooting incident
POLICE investigating a shooting incident have charged a teenage boy. The 17-year-old male from Bradford, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with attempted murder and a firearms offence following an incident at a home in Christophers
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NSPCC working with schools to make maths lessons fun
THROUGHOUT the year, the NSPCC is working with fundraisers to ensure we can continue to be there for children and young people whenever they need us. Our fundraising events could be anything from a street collection to a sponsored marathon, a skydive
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What to expect in the local property market in 2023
IT’S THE time of year when as a business we reflect on the highs and lows of the last year but also look forward to what we can expect during the new one. Since the Chancellor’s mini budget in October, we have sold more than 120 properties across
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Fare evaders will have to dig deep as £100 penalty fare comes in force today
NORTHERN has issued a warning to fare evaders across its network that from today (Monday, January 23) the Government’s new £100 penalty fare comes into forcre. Anyone caught travelling on-board one of the train operator’s 2,500 services a day without
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Man arrested after woman seriously injured in smash on Bradford road
A MAN has been arrested after a woman was seriously injured in a crash in Bradford last night (Sunday). Emergency services were scrambled to the scene of the crash at 7.06pm last night on Bradford Road near the junction of Aireville Road in Shipley
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Driving fines to avoid this winter that could cost up to £10k
With winter in full swing and parts of the UK experiencing snow and ice, many of us still need to get out and about in our cars. When driving in winter, it’s important to know about the ways you could be fined. Car Lease Special Offers has
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What is today's Wordle word? January 23 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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10 top tips to make your car's fuel last longer
While the cost of fuel might have decreased since prices soared recently, filling your car up still means regular spending. Whether you drive a short distance for the commute to work or you’re someone who drives for longer periods of time, you
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UK recession to be twice as bad as previously thought, experts reveal
The recession that experts have predicted is coming to the UK could be twice as bad as previously thought, economists working for consultancy EY have said. As situations worsen, government support lessens and taxes get higher, the experts have
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Car seized by police after group attempt to set it on fire
A CAR was seized following reports it was being driven in anti-social way and causing a hazard. Officers from the Bradford South Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) seized the vehicle in the Scholemoor area yesterday (Sunday, January 22). Police
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Chance to own your own library as Council building goes to auction
A former library building will go under the hammer in an online auction next month. With a guide price of £79,000, the former Bailiff Bridge library could be yours, with bidding to start at 10am on Tuesday, February 21, through auctioneers Pugh
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Discounted baby photo shoots at Bradford library
FAMILES of babies signed up to Bradford Libraries are entitled to a discounted photo shoot. As part of a push to get more children reading, babies can be signed up to join libraries at Registry Offices at Bradford and Keighley. Bradford City
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Incommunities sees 'significant increase' in call-outs for heating repairs
RESIDENTS of a local housing association have spoken out after they were left for long periods of time without heating and hot water. Social housing provider, Incommunities, has been called out by several tenants this winter as people have suffered
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Five cyberstalking suspects were 'too ill' to be prosecuted last year, new data shows
FIVE cyberstalking suspects in West Yorkshire were “too ill” to be prosecuted last year, new data shows. Data from a Freedom of Information (FOI) request sent to West Yorkshire Police showed the force recorded 6,288 cyber-related stalking and harassment
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More than 130 pupils removed from lessons in one day when Ofsted visited school
MORE than 130 pupils were removed from lessons in one day when Ofsted visited one of the largest schools in the Bradford district. Beckfoot Oakbank School, in Oakworth Road, Keighley, was rated Inadequate in its latest inspection by the education
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'He was my soulmate': Wife of man with MND pays emotional tribute after his death
THE devoted wife of a Bradford man who died five years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) has paid tribute to her soulmate. Martin Moran died at the age of 48 after initially being diagnosed with the condition in September 2017
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Plan to turn hotel in 'unviable' location into homes is approved
PROPOSALS to turn a hotel and restaurant into housing have been approved – with planners arguing that the building is not the ideal location for such businesses. The Five Rise Hotel in Bingley dates back to the 1890s, when it was built as a large
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Dunning ain't half happy to be spoilt for choice with Bulls backs
MARK Dunning prefers his current half-back headache to the one he suffered during the troubled end to last season. The Bulls coach named all four for yesterday’s planned friendly against Huddersfield - which fell victim to the weather. Dec
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Morrisons cuts prices of 1,000 of its popular products in shopper boost
MORRISONS is today reducing the price of a further 820 popular products, taking the total number of cuts available to customers in January to more than 1,000. All price cuts will be locked for a minimum of eight weeks as the Bradford-based supermarket
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Bantams have depth to cope with busy run, says Lewis after latest postponement
HARRY Lewis insists City have the numbers to handle the fixture backlog caused by a run of postponements. Saturday’s home clash with Carlisle joined the list of winter casualties after failing a pitch inspection three hours before kick-off.