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SIMON PARKER'S VERDICT: End justifies the means for Bantams after scrappy draw
STOCKPORT 0 CITY 0 A NIGHT high on perspiration but lacking inspiration ended with City taking the point that keeps them in the top seven. They would have probably settled for that outcome against one of the division’s form teams. Stockport
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Martin Lewis warns UK broadband and mobile customers to 'Act NOW' over price hike
Martin Lewis, who is the host of ITV's popular The Money Show, warned customers over a "huge" price hike for broadband and mobile services this April. In a Money Saving Expert email, Martin lewis said: "My heart sank last Wed, as the latest 10.5%
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Police 'increasingly concerned' after teenage boy goes missing
A TEENAGE boy has been reported missing. Ethan Zino Ebuebu, 17, was reported missing at 5am on Saturday morning (January 21) after being last seen at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. He is described as a black African male, 5ft 3in tall
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LIVE BLOG: Stockport 0 Bradford City 0
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Avenue aiming for third time lucky as Scarborough showdown rescheduled again
BRADFORD (Park Avenue) have set a new date for their National League North home game against Scarborough Athletic. They will be hoping it is third time lucky, after both previous attempts to play the fixture at Horsfall this season fell by the
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How Bradford Locals are dealing with SOARING energy prices in 2023! A Khan, BGA
It has been challenging to avoid noticing energy costs in recent months, and you most likely have heard about the recurring energy crisis. But what exactly is the energy crisis, and how are BRADFORD locals dealing with the issue? What is
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5 ways to help you save money on train tickets this year
The cost of living crisis has affected nearly all areas of life, which has caused people for look for ways to make savings where they can, including for travelling by train. Train tickets can be a costly expense, but if you need to travel using
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Police cordon in Bradford city centre: Man arrested and another in hospital
A MAN has been arrested and another is in hospital following a fight in Bradford city centre this afternoon. Join our Crime & Breaking News Facebook group to keep up with all the latest from the T&A and share any incidents you spot
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Love Island contestant reportedly dumped from show as fight video emerges
A Love Island star is set to leave the show after video footage emerged of him fighting in the street and knocking a man to the ground. Haris Namani, 21, would be the second islander to leave the show if exists the villa. On Monday, footage
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See all the Bradford links to Happy Valley as final series grips fans
The BBC’s Happy Valley is one of the most talked-about shows on television right now – and it has plenty of links to Bradford. Sally Wainwright’s hit drama follows Sgt Catherine Cawood as she battles against the dark underworld of the Calder Valley
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Appeal after six masked males reportedly rob man in his home and leave in Land Rover
DETECTIVES are appealing for information after a man was robbed in his home in Halifax. Investigations are ongoing into the robbery, which happened at a house on Ashville Street in Lee Mount, Halifax, on Wednesday January 11. "The offence took
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Inside stunning Bradford district house on sale for almost £1.8m
HERE is a look inside a house in the Bradford district that’s currently on the market for £1.795 million. The six-bedroom detached property on Sconce Lane, Baildon, is a barn conversion a includes five bathrooms - four of which are en-suite - a
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Brother of missing actor Julian Sands fears he will not be found
A BROTHER of Hollywood actor Julian Sands who went missing while hiking in Mt Baldy, California, almost two weeks ago, fears he may not be found. Nick Sands has spoken movingly of his famous sibling ‘Jules’ who liked nothing better than being on
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Towns Fund projects to start in Brighouse this year
This year will see more detail of multi-million pound renovation plans for Brighouse revealed. Brighouse Town Deal Board, which late last year secured £19.1 million of Government Town Deal funding, completed years of consultation and months of
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Letters go out about free home insulation scheme
PEOPLE in Calderdale who may be eligible for a free home insulation scheme are being contacted inviting them to apply. Calderdale Council has secured Government funding to help residents improve the warmth and efficiency of their homes with free
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Man accused of murdering Lauren Howe due to stand trial tomorrow
A MAN accused of murdering Lauren Howe will stand trial tomorrow. Charlie Booth, 27, of Albert Road, in Saltaire, faces a charge of murder after 26-year-old Lauren Howe died on July 24 last year. West Yorkshire Police was notified by Yorkshire
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Police and family concerned for welfare of missing Bradford teen
A BRADFORD teenager has been reported missing. Muhammad Mansoor, 15, was last seen just before 10.30pm last night (Monday, January 23). Join our Crime & Breaking News Facebook group to keep up with all the latest from the T&A and
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Mum living in Bradford ordered to return two children to Ireland
A MAN living in Ireland has won a High Court fight after complaining that his ex-partner had wrongly taken their two children to live in Bradford. The man complained that the children had been taken without his agreement, and a High Court judge
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Bradford education expert - once 'classed as stupid' - tells her inspiring story
A COUNCIL member at the University of Bradford has spoken of how she overcame struggle to flourish and succeed – and is hoping that others can break barriers just like she did. Dame Sally Dicketts, who was included in the New Year’s Honours list
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M62 is to close overnight twice - here's when and why
DRIVERS on the M62 near Bradford are being warned of upcoming overnight closures as part of safety improvements between junctions 26 and 28. National Highways has announced that the motorway will close overnight on the westbound carriageway between
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Met Office forecast reveals whether potential ‘snow bomb’ could hit Bradford
AN independent forecaster has warned of a potential ‘snow bomb’ that could see ‘two inches of snow per hour,’ - but could it hit Bradford? Sadly for snow lovers, it doesn’t look like anyone will be seeing this so-called ‘snow bomb’ this week as
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Unsolved murder: Bradford YouTuber looks at cold case where man was stabbed 22 times
A CHILLING cold case where a Bradford man died after being stabbed 22 times is the subject of the latest video from a popular YouTube channel. Bradford Through the Lens has looked at the murder of James ‘Jimmy’ Adams, who was killed after leaving
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Incommunities to splash £120 million on improving its homes
SOCIAL housing provider Incommunities is set to splash £120 million on improving its homes. The Shipley-based firm is set to deliver the works to homes across the region in the next five years. The housing improvement projects that are to begin
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More detail on plans for new big screen in under-construction city square
MORE detail on a huge new TV screen that will be installed in a new “city square” on Darley Street has been revealed. The under-construction Darley Street Market development will include an outdoor area, with a 7 metre by 4 metre screen that will
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Former parking warden hiding in Bradford cannabis farm entered UK on fake passport
An illegal immigrant caught hiding in a cupboard at a Bradford cannabis farm has been jailed for eight months. Albanian national Riza Kociaj, who came to the UK on a false passport, was arrested from the attic of a house in Grove Terrace, Great
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Bradford man with half an ear missing wanted in connection with serious offence
POLICE are looking for a wanted Bradford man, who officers say is very distinctive due to the fact that he has half a right ear, in connection with a serious offence. Dale Poppleton is described as a white male with a medium build and 6ft1 tall
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Local firm acquired by US group in deal to expand globally
A LOCAL acoustics firm has been acquired by a group based in the USA. Wakefield Acoustics is a Heckmondwike-based design and manufacturing firm that specialises in advanced industrial, commercial and environmental noise control systems. It
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APPEAL: Bradford man jailed for imitation firearm offence wanted by police
POLICE are appealing for information on the whereabouts of Mustafa Farooque, who is wanted on recall to prison. Farooque, who is 40 and believed to live in Bradford, was released on licence after serving part of a four-year sentence for possession
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Bradford bank gives back to district food bank with donation
A BRADFORD bank donated more than 100 items and £500 to a district food bank. Metro Bank’s Bradford store, based on Market Street, made the donation to help support Bradford Central Foodbank and Advice Centre as part of its Christmas Community
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Bradford gets £4.2 million to boost at least 10 churches - including old nightclub
BRADFORD is to receive a £4.2 million boost which will help in part to improve a nightclub turned church. The city has received the multi-million-pound grant from the Church of England (CofE) and it will go towards a number of Christian faith projects
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Top children's YouTube character set to visit Bradford shopping centre
A CHILDREN’S YouTube character is set to pay a visit to a store at a Bradford shopping centre this weekend. YouTube’s CoComelon star, Cody will be at The Entertainer at The Broadway in Bradford between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, January 28.
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'I saw for myself the destruction caused in Ukraine' - MP
This MP column comes from Bradford South MP Judith Cummins BEFORE Christmas, I went to Ukraine with the British charity Siobhan’s Trust, supporting the humanitarian response to the war. The charity provides food and practical support to the
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Major brands sign up Bradford district company for boost
A HR, employment law, and health & safety consultancy has made new appointments by two major brands. Howarths, based in Cleckheaton, has been appointed by Easigrass Yorkshire and Northern Ballet to deliver ongoing HR and employment law support.
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3G mobile network switch off to begin in February 2023, and half of people unaware
THE UK’s 3G network will begin to be switched off next month – and half of people are unaware of the changes, according to new research. The service is still used by more than 30 million in the UK, but from February, operators will begin pulling
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Festival of underground and emerging bands to be held
A FESTIVAL celebrating underground and emerging bands - many of them local -is to be held in Bradford. Mirror Man Festival is taking place at The Underground in Duke Street, Bradford, on Saturday June 24. The line up features Scouge, Blue Orchid
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Stockport v Bantams preview: possible line-ups, referee, match odds
Check out our preview as City make their first trip to Stockport in 13 years. Kick-off: Tuesday, January 24 (7.45pm) Venue: Edgeley Park Possible line-ups STOCKPORT COUNTY GK Ben Hinchliffe, RB Akil Wright, CH Neill Byrne, CH Ryan
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New £65,000 facilities for disabled people officially opened in town
NEW £65,000 public toilet facilities for disabled people have officially opened in a Bradford district town. The Changing Places facilities in Myrtle Place, Bingley, are different to standard accessible toilets and are specifically for people with
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Check out events at special Year of Music
KIRKLEES Year of Music 2023 (KYOM23) is underway with an exciting programme of musical moments in January and February including a variety of live performances, a special podcast series, and the chance for local artists to sign up for a showcase later
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Man caught with cocaine and cannabis in Bradford appears in court
A MAN has appeared in court after being caught in possession of cocaine and cannabis in Bradford. Hasnain Tasdiq, 22, of Arncliffe Terrace, Bradford, appeared in court on two charges. In the first offence, he was caught in possession of a quantity
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Bradford becomes first city in world to launch free safety app - here's how it works
BRADFORD is to become the world’s first WalkSafe city with the launch of a new initiative to help people make safe journeys on foot across the centre at any time of day or night. The city’s Business Improvement District (BID) has teamed up with
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Roadworks with temporary traffic lights cause delays on route into Bradford
ROADWORKS on a key commuting route into Bradford are causing delays to motorists. The works on Carr House Road in Shelf, include temporary traffic lights, and were causing delays of around 30 minutes for drivers on Tuesday morning. Yorkshire
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Ey Up! - local project celebrates Yorkshire dialect
AN INNOVATIVE project led by North Yorkshire’s library service has helped to celebrate Yorkshire’s rich dialects. The library service secured funding from the Arts Council and the Dialect and Heritage Project last year to run a series of workshops
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Faith leaders unite to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
A CHILD survivor of the Holocaust will be the guest speaker at an event in Bradford to remember victims of genocide. The Holocaust Memorial Day event will be at City Hall on Friday, from 10.30-11.30am, attended by Lord Mayor of Bradford Cllr Martin
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Man faces £480 bill for dodging train fare in Bradford
A MAN faces a bill of more than £480 after dodging a train fare between Bradford and Blackpool. Janazu Donniak, 37, of Station Road, Blackpool, faced one charge of travelling on the railway without paying a fare. He travelled between Bradford
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Woman fined for speeding on major Bradford district road
A WOMAN has been fined after being caught speeding on a major Bradford district road. Maryum Yusaf, 24, of Leafield Avenue, Bradford, faced one charge of exceeding a 50mph speed limit in contravention of a local traffic order. She was clocked
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Rider who had already been warned by police has bike seized
A RIDER who had already been warned about anti-social driving had their bike seized in Bradford last week. They were riding in the quarry area near Poplars Park Road on Friday afternoon when officers from West Yorkshire Police approached. They
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What is today's Wordle word? January 24 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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Speeding and uninsured driver was more than twice the legal limit
A DRINK-driver was arrested in Bradford after being more than twice the legal limit. The speeding driver was stopped by police in their black Vauxhall Corsa in the Bolton Woods area on Monday, January 16. Join our Crime & Breaking News
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Warning to consumers over fake Prime Hydration drinks - how to spot
Fans of Prime Hydration are being urged to make sure they are not paying over the odds for a fake product. The viral drink, created by YouTubers KSI and Logan Paul, has become a huge hit among customers, with many queuing up early in the morning
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Ghislaine Maxwell believes Epstein was murdered and wishes she never met him
British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has said she wishes she “never met” disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The 61-year-old was sentenced to 20 years in a US prison last year after being found guilty of helping to lure young girls to massage rooms
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Billionaire Issa brothers fail to overturn warehouses refusal
A bid by the billionaire Issa brothers to overturn the rejection of their scheme to complete Burnley Bridge Business Park has failed. A government inspector has upheld the decision by councillors to refuse detailed planning permission for three
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'High-risk' sex offender who failed to turn up for court could be in Yorkshire
POLICE are appealing for the public’s help in finding a high-risk sex offender who failed to turn up at a sentence hearing at York Crown Court. West Yorkshire Police say that James Atkinson, from Lytham St Anne’s in Lancashire, could be in Yorkshire
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Reports of slow traffic due to M62 accident this morning
THERE have been reports of an accident on the M62 this morning. There is queueing traffic, due to an earlier accident on the M62 Westbound, from J28 A653 Dewsbury Road (Tingley) to J27 M621 (Gildersome). There is also congestion to J30 (Rothwell
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Nostalgic tea room in Shipley is T&A Trader of the Week
HALF-WAY down Shipley’s oldest street is a delightful tea-room where you leave the modern world at the door. Freshly made food, from chocolate eclairs to stew and dumplings, is served on China tea sets, to a backdrop of 1920s jazz. On the walls
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Violent criminal who spent 15 years behind bars jailed again for stabbing man
A VIOLENT criminal who spent 15 years behind bars for robbery has been locked up again for stabbing a man with a kitchen knife. Yesterday, Mohammed Malik, 48, was convicted by a jury of unlawful wounding after a trial at Bradford Crown Court.
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Leeds developing reputation as 'anti-car' city - Councillor claims
Leeds is developing a reputation as an “anti-car city”, a councillor has claimed, after it emerged local drivers could be hit with more charges in future. Conrad Hart-Brooke, Liberal Democrat councillor for Rothwell, said he backed ambitions to
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Man fined for driving over twice the speed limit on major Bradford road
A BRADFORD man has been fined a hefty sum after he was caught speeding on a major road. Daniyaal Abbas, 20, of Moorcroft Road, Tong, Bradford was speeding on Rooley Lane, Bradford, on October 8, 2022. Join our Crime & Breaking News Facebook
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New recruits appointed by brokers firm with Bradford City links
INDEPENDENT insurance broking and risk management specialist, TL Dallas, is expanding after appointing two insurance brokers that specialise in the health and care industry. Account executives Rico Young and James Bright have joined TL Dallas,
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Artists in residence to explore history of iconic Bradford venue
TWO YORKSHIRE creatives are now artists in residence at a well-known Bradford venue. Artist, filmmaker and musician Phil Moody and violinist and mixed media artist Ian Tothill make up the group These Men – and are now taking part in an interactive
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Why Lewis will feel proud to follow in his grandad's footsteps at Stockport
HARRY Lewis has never played at Edgeley Park before - but he will feel a strong family connection when he steps out tonight. His late grandad Ken Mulhearn was better known for his role in Manchester City’s title-winning side of 1968. But he
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Update on convicted knife-carrier who slashed man’s neck with broken bottle
A CONVICTED knife-carrier behind bars awaiting a long prison sentence for slashing a man’s neck with a broken bottle today had his case adjourned until March 20. Leon Fenton, 32, of Birch Lane, West Bowling, Bradford, pleaded guilty in November
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Overseas social workers to be brought in to help reduce reliance on agency staff
DOZENS of international social workers will soon be arriving in Bradford to boost a system currently propped up with agency staff. Children’s social work in the district was discussed by a Council committee last week, with members hearing that
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Here's how much historic house in the Bradford district sold for at auction
A FORMER canal pump house in the Bradford district dating back to 1872 sold at auction for more than its asking price. The property, on Dock Lane, Shipley, which features three bedrooms, bathroom, front, lounge, study and utility room. It had a
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Bradford students first in the country to try wheelchair basketball at school
A BRADFORD school is the first in the country to offer students the chance to try wheelchair basketball. It's part of British Wheelchair Basketball’s ground-breaking Inspire a Generation programme. Bradford Girls' Grammar School is offering
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Man accused of stealing £4k worth of metal from Richard Dunn Sports Centre
A MAN is due in court charged with stealing £4,000 worth of metal from a disused Bradford sports centre. Craig Brennan, 37, of Rudding Street, Huddersfield, faces one charge of burglary other than dwelling – theft. He is accused of entering
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Prominent town centre site could become industrial starter units
PLANS to turn a prominent town centre site into starter industrial units look set to be approved despite highway safety concerns. The land at Northgate in Cleckheaton has over the years been home to a dairy, a snooker hall and a children’s nursery
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West Yorkshire businesses need space outside of Leeds to expand - report claims
WEST Yorkshire businesses looking to expand struggle to find quality space outside of Leeds city centre, a report has claimed. But the document, by West Yorkshire Combined Authority, says developments like One City Park in Bradford could help reverse
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New disability benefit claims in Bradford more than double in a year, research shows
MORE than double the amount of people in Bradford claimed disability benefits for the first time, research shows. Personal Independent Payment (PIP) is awarded to people with long-term physical or mental conditions or disability who have difficulty
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Events will celebrate iconic Bradford market planned to be demolished this year
A SERIES of events celebrating the people and stories of an iconic Bradford market will take place ahead of its planned demolition this year. Bradford Producing Hub is supporting independent Bradford producer and arts facilitator, Chemaine Cooke
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Firm's dream to hit £1m turnover after a bumper few months in new premises
A BUSINESS is hoping to hit £1m turnover following a bumper few months since moving into new premises. Advanced Mobility Solutions moved across town to a bigger and more prominent location in the Five Rise Shopping Centre, in Bingley last October
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Man jailed after sending offensive or menacing messages
A MAN has been jailed for sending offensive or menacing messages to another person. Omar Iqbal Malik, 36, was charged with sending by means of a public electronic communications network a series of messages that were grossly offensive or of an
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Increase in deaths of those undergoing addiction treatment in Bradford is 'shameful'
A CENTRE says it is "shameful" that deaths among those undergoing addiction treatment in Bradford are increasing. Department of Health and Social Care figures show there were 107 deaths among adults undergoing drug addiction treatment in Bradford
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Cleckheaton frustrated by big freeze as promotion battle postponed
IT was a disappointing afternoon for Cleckheaton RUFC on Saturday, as a huge game for them fell by the wayside. They currently sit fifth in the Regional One North East table, and were set to visit fourth-placed side Driffield in a vital promotion
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Bulls Women put under pressure as promotion could shape whole club's future
BRADFORD Bulls’ Women have had the pressure put on them ahead of the new season, with the future of the whole club potentially determined by their performance. Sports marketing giant IMG have been brought in by the RFL and Super League on a 12-
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Bulls in for tougher time at training after Huddersfield call-off
THE Bulls will ramp up their training plans this week to make up for missing out on the Huddersfield friendly. Sunday’s call-off of the Giants game, which had already been switched to Dewsbury for Odsal in a late attempt to beat the weather, means
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Bantams and Brighouse ladies see crunch clashes at the bottom frozen off
BRADFORD City Women had another blank Sunday at the weekend, as they missed out on their huge relegation battle against Chorley. The FA Women's National League Division One North clash was due to be held at Bradford (Park Avenue)'s Horsfall Stadium
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'We just want to play!': Hughes excited to face Stockport after City's stop-start run
MARK Hughes hopes to see a very different City tonight for their clash with in-form Stockport. The Bantams make their first visit to Edgeley Park since 2010 looking to avenge their 1-0 home loss earlier in the season. But Hughes insists you