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TAXI DRIVERS tempers rise!
Clean air zone charges arrived in Bradford on 26 September 2022 on a bid to improve the air quality and force taxi drivers to buy a new vehicle bearing in mind a lot of the taxi drivers cannot afford to buy a new car. TAXI DRIVERS tempers rise
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Yorkshire and Diamonds goodbye for England icon Brunt as she wants talents to thrive
ENGLAND bowler Katherine Brunt has announced her retirement from county cricket. The 37-year-old, who is in the England squad for next month's T20 World Cup, will play in this summer's Hundred, but will not feature for the Northern Diamonds or
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How tougher laws on Nitrous Oxide will end 'grey areas' of policing drugs
Landmark proposals to tighten up the law on laughing gas sales have been praised by one of Bradford’s leading campaigners. Nitrous Oxide (N2O), which is also known as ‘hippy crack’ and 'nitty', is a gas sold in canisters and commonly used in the
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Charlie Booth killed partner in ‘jealous rage’ after party, court told
A MAN on trial accused of murder killed his partner and mother of his children in a “jealous rage” after she went to a party, a court has heard. Charlie Booth, 27, of Albert Road, Saltaire, is accused of murdering Lauren Howe, on July 24 last year
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New date sorted for City's home game against Carlisle
CITY’S home game against Carlisle will now take place on Tuesday, March 21. The latest rearrangement means the Bantams face four midweek fixtures in a six-week run from the end of next month. After hosting Tranmere on Valentine’s Day, City
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British icon Vivienne Westwood by MHussain, Bronte Girls' Academy
Unfortunately on the 29th December Vivienne Westwood passed away aged 81. This caused a overwhelming amount of condolences from all over the world. The footwear designer Brian Atwood shared a thread of posts on Instagram Stories which read: ‘Loss of
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Reader letter: Bradford is too hilly for cycle lanes
SIR - Once again cycle lanes are in the T&A. Your pictures on January 24 show no one using using them. I cannot understand Bradford Council persisting in this folly. Bradford is built in a valley. Uphill for anyone cycling home. Not nice
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Wakefield Road cycle lanes to remain in place - with repairs planned
BRADFORD Council currently has no plans to remove temporary cycle lanes on Wakefield Road that one Councillor has dubbed “the worst of all worlds.” The divisive cycle lanes, which were installed over the Covid-19 lockdown, were discussed at a meeting
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Underage girl raped in back of car in Bradford layby by supermarket security guard
A SUPERMARKET security guard has been jailed for 13 years for raping an underage girl in his car and then forcing her to write a letter asking the police to drop the case. Sajid Janjua, 37, was convicted by a jury at Bradford Crown Court earlier
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Convicted paedophile was allowed custody of girl despite authorities knowing his past
A CONVICTED paedophile was given custody of a young girl and later got her pregnant, despite the authorities knowing of his criminal past. A shocking report commissioned by the Leeds Safeguarding Children Partnership has detailed failings which
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Bradford postcode lottery for those wanting face-to-face appointments at GP surgeries
THE postcode lottery across the district when it comes to getting a face-to-face appointments at GP surgeries has been laid bare. NHS figures on the type of appointments made at each local doctor’s surgery reveal that at some practices the proportion
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Police appeal for information after man is killed in crash
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Leeds yesterday (Wednesday, January 25). Police were called to Blakeney Road, Belle Isle at 5.31pm, after a pedestrian had been involved in a collision with a white
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Three men arrested as homes in Bradford are raided by police
THREE men have been arrested after warrants were executed at three homes in Bradford this morning. The men – aged 25, 30 and 34 – have been arrested on suspicion to conspire to supply Class A and B drugs, and remain in custody. Neighbourhood
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Tesco issues four-week warning as shoppers across the UK urged to take action
Tesco has issued a warning to its customers who have not yet used their Clubcard vouchers. More than 2 million customers haven’t redeemed more than £16 million worth of Clubcard vouchers. First issued in February 2021, the vouchers will expire
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Cup holders Sedge survive Horbury scare to reach West Riding semi-final
WEST RIDING County Cup holders Liversedge are through to the semi-finals of this year's competition. But they were made to work for their place, eventually winning 4-2 at plucky Horbury Town. Horbury play their football three tiers below Sedge
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Bradford's memorial to Valley Parade fire disaster is checked and cleaned up
A CITY centre sculpture which honours the 56 victims of the Valley Parade fire disaster in 1985 has been spruced up. Bradford Council has revealed that the Bradford Fire Memorial situated in Centenary Square underwent a clean and inspection on
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Mr '110 per center' gets the regular chance he craves after Valley Parade exit
IN HIS own words, Yann Songo’o always gave “110 per cent” for the City cause. It was a common phrase whenever the Frenchman was interviewed. But his go-to cliché summed up a committed performer who very much put it all out there on the pitch
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Delays after crash on the M62 this afternoon
DRIVERS have faced delays on the M62 this afternoon following a crash. Lane one, of two was closed on the westbound carriageway of the M62 at J29 M1 J42 (Lofthouse). All lanes have now re-opened. For all the very latest information on
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New TV documentary to go behind the scenes of Kevin Sinfield's gruelling challenges
A NEW TV documentary is to go behind the scenes of the gruelling challenges a Leeds Rhinos legend endured to raise funds for those battling motor neurone disease (MND), including ex-teammate Rob Burrow and Bradford City legend Stephen Darby. The
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Mum-of-two Lauren Howe suffered type of injury seen 'after a car crash'
A mum-of-two had her liver torn open in an injury usually seen "after a car crash or fall from height”, a murder trial has heard. Charlie Booth, 27, of Albert Road, Saltaire, is accused of murdering his partner and mother of their two children,
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Appeal to find family and friends of man who died in the BRI
FAMILY and friends of a man who recently died at Bradford Royal Infirmary are being sought. The hospital's bereavement office has issued the appeal following the death of James Hodgson, age 77, who was from the Great Horton area. A spokesperson
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Bradford women create '99 Beautiful Names of Allah' artwork for Van Gogh Alive
Artwork inspired by the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah has been brought to Bradford’s Van Gogh Alive exhibition. The immersive multi-sensory experience at Regency Hall has brought joy to art lovers across Yorkshire since opening in October. Set
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Asda puts almost 300 jobs at risk as more than 4,000 staff face pay cuts
Asda has announced a major shake-up of operations which will put up to 300 jobs at risk and cut the pay of more than 4,000 workers. The supermarket giant has proposed that overnight restocking shifts at its 184 stores are moved to the daytime.
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Asda puts almost 300 jobs at risk as more than 4,000 staff face pay cuts
Asda has announced a major shake-up of operations which will put up to 300 jobs at risk and cut the pay of more than 4,000 workers. The supermarket giant has proposed that overnight restocking shifts at its 184 stores are moved to the daytime.
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Body recovered from water was missing man Liam Hinchcliffe, police reveal
POLICE have confirmed that a body recovered from the water at Stanley Ferry, Wakefield, on Tuesday is that of missing man Liam Hinchliffe. The 30-year-old was reported missing on December 30, 2022, and searches have been ongoing since that time
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Children's bikes free giveaway to take place in Bradford this weekend
CHILDREN’S bikes are being handed out for free this weekend in Bradford as part of a giveaway from a local charity. OnTrak is behind the latest Big Bike Giveaway taking place at the Great Horton Community Hub on Saturday, January 28, from 10am.
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Missing 12-year-old Bradford girl found safe and well
A MISSING girl from Bradford has now been found safe and well. West Yorkshire Police thanked everyone who shared the appeal for Alyssa Wilson. Want to keep up with all the latest court and crime news? Join our Bradford Crime & Breaking News
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Songo'o becomes latest City exit after League Two loan move
YANN Songo’o has left City to join Walsall on loan for the rest of the season. He has made 19 appearances in the current campaign but only six from the start - just two of those in the league. The 31-year-old has played 63 times in total for
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RECAP: DAY 2 - Trial of Charlie Booth accused of murdering Lauren Howe begins
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Missing Bradford man, 21, found safe and well confirm police
A 21-YEAR-OLD man from Bradford who was previously reported as missing has been found safe and well. West Yorkshire Police previously issued a missing person’s appeal for Jacob Phillips. A police spokesman said: "Jacob Phillips has been found
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Man admits causing £400 worth of damage to police vehicle
A MAN who caused £400 worth of damage to a police vehicle has admitted criminal damage in court. Dominic Bailey, 33, appeared before Leeds Magistrates’ Court on January 18, to face a single charge of criminal damage to property valued at under
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Crown court date set for teen charged with attempted murder after shooting incident
A TEENAGER who was charged with attempted murder and a firearms offence following a shooting incident in Bradford has appeared in court. The 17-year-old male, who cannot be named for legal reasons, attended a hearing at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates
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Man arrested after Bradford city centre fight is bailed
A MAN arrested following a fight in Bradford city centre has been bailed. A large police cordon was in place at the junction of Bridge Street and Norfolk Gardens, near City Hall, on Tuesday (January 24) afternoon. Join our Crime & Breaking
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Police give update after man arrested on suspicion of attempted abduction
POLICE have given an update after a man was arrested on suspicion of attempted abduction. It came after a 16-year-old girl was reportedly grabbed before running to safety. The alleged incident happened near Bowling Cemetery on Rooley Lane,
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Cannabis farm discovered after fire at house
A CANNABIS farm was discovered at a house in Keighley last night when firefighters were called out to tackle a blaze in the property. A passer-by raised the alarm after spotting smoke coming from the terrace house in West Lane, shortly after 9pm
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Arrest made after discovery of 'large-scale' cannabis farm
AN arrest has been made following the discovery of a cannabis farm. The Bradford South Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) busted the farm as part of a week of action. Join our Crime & Breaking News Facebook group to keep up with all the
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Patrols carried out across Bradford West as part of neighbourhood policing week
OFFICERS in Bradford patrolled areas in the Bradford West area as part of an operation to tackle traffic offences. The areas covered by the policing team and Steerside Enforcement included Horton Park Avenue, Horton Grange Road and Manningham.
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Energy from waste likely to be 'one generational' model - according to waste boss
INCINERATORS are a likely to be a “one generational” way of dealing with waste – a Council committee has been told. Tim Shapcott, of Associated Waste Management, made the claim when asked by members of Bradford Council’s Regeneration and Environment
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Work to refurbish traditional street to begin this year
WORK to refurbish the setts on a Keighley street is likely to begin this year, councillors have been told. But a start date has yet been set, as the traditional stone is “subject to availability". The steep Thwaites Brow Road, also known as
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The one 'magic' button that could save drivers from £1000 fines
With much of the UK in the depths of winter, the risk of snow and ice to our vehicles is massively increased. Sometimes this can make driving even more hazardous and could land motorists on the wrong side of the law, leading to points and fines
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Vaccination clinics at two Bradford markets reach 500-jab milestone
MORE than 500 Covid-19 and flu vaccinations have been given at walk-in pop-up vaccination clinics in two Bradford markets. The vaccination clinics, hosted by Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, have taken place at Kirkgate
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Chart topping Jive Bunny to move to music studio in West Yorkshire mill
People behind the 1980s novelty pop act Jive Bunny are to move into Wakefield’s Tileyard North complex, it has been revealed. Council leader Denise Jeffery said today that the former chart-topping act will move into a music studio when the new
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Volunteers in Bradford urgently needed to care for trainee guide dogs
A CHARITY is in urgent need of volunteers in Bradford to care for trainee guide dogs while they prepare to support someone living with sight loss. Volunteer fosterers for Guide Dogs provide temporary homes for future guide dogs, as they complete
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Family set to hold vigil for special brother - almost a year after his death abroad
The family of a Bradford biochemist are set to remember the life of their “precious” brother at a vigil this weekend. Farooq Ali, 44, was found dead in his room at the Ramada by Wyndham Islamabad hotel on March 16. It has sparked a long battle
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Concern over materials being used in new artificial sports pitches
An influential group of West Yorkshire councillors has expressed concerns over the materials used in artificial sports pitches being built across Leeds. Leeds City Council’s climate emergency advisory committee will make contact with Sport England
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Sneak peek inside cosy gin bar set to re-open in Bradford city centre
A GIN bar is set to go back to its roots when it re-opens at a £1.9 million underground Victorian tunnel development in Bradford city centre. The Gin Bar, which will re-open to the public on Friday, January 27 at 4pm, was one of the original bars
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Tip petitioner describes Keighley as 'forgotten town' at Council meeting
BRADFORD Council has been urged to stop Keighley being the “forgotten town” and scrap plans to close its tip. The closure of the Royd Ings Avenue household waste recycling centre has been suggested in Bradford Council’s upcoming 2023/24 budget.
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Bradford students call for rent reduction amid problems at award-winning development
BRADFORD students have called for a rent reduction amid ongoing problems in part of an award-winning student village. The issues have left students in one block without hot water, while there was also no heating for a period of time. Two students
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Uncertain future for Bradford's places of worship as cost of living crisis bites
PLACES of worship in Bradford are facing uncertainty amid soaring costs and rising energy bills, as the cost of living crisis continues. Members of Bradford’s Hindu and Sikh communities explained how price increases, higher demand for support and
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Uncertainty over which Bradford schools will shut during teaching strikes
Parents are facing uncertainty as more than 200 schools in Bradford prepare for the historic teaching strike next week. The picket lines could be filled with teachers from every single school in the district, the National Education Union (NEU)
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Gym plan for one of Bradford's 'most significant and imposing mills' is approved
PLANS to convert a section of one of the most “significant and imposing” mills in Bradford into a new gym have been approved. Macclesfield-based Lowry Partnership submitted plans for the conversion of a section of Black Dyke Mills in Queensbury
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Record rate of trials postponed at Bradford Crown Court - here's why
A RECORD proportion of trials were postponed at Bradford Crown Court during a period which saw barristers go on strike across England and Wales, new figures show. Ministry of Justice (MoJ) figures show that of the 187 trials listed at crown court
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Blame game continues over Bradford's failed Levelling Up bids
CONTROVERSY surrounding Bradford’s four failed Levelling Up bids continues, with politicians playing the blame game and Government urged to answer questions. Bradford Council has written to Government to ask for clarity after a Minister seemed
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Mum who charted her cervical cancer journey speaks out during awareness week
A BRADFORD mum has spoken out during Cervical Cancer Awareness Week after charting her own journey in a book. Sarah McDonald, who is originally from Allerton, was diagnosed with cancer in 2016. She went to see her GP in August 2015 with abnormal
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No misconduct action in nine in 10 formal complaints against police officers
NINE in 10 formal complaints against West Yorkshire Police officers resulted in no misconduct action last year, new figures show. Police behaviour and misconduct processes have fallen under the spotlight once again following the lack of action
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Dad takes on wheelie bin challenge a decade on from daughter's life-saving surgery
A BRADFORD dad is standing in a wheelie bin filled with freezing cold water every day this month - a decade on from his child requiring open heart surgery. Matthew Greenwood, of Wilsden, is raising funds for the Children's Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF
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Bradford Deaf Centre A in derby defeat as league now looks a five-horse race
ONCE again, it is very tight at the top of the Bradford & District Sunday School Billiards League. The top two heading into the latest round of fixtures, Princeville D and Bradford Deaf Centre A, both suffered damaging defeats, which hauled them
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City of Bradford swimmer scoops silver and bronze as Dean delivers club record
A SQUAD of City of Bradford’s top swimmers competed in the prestigious City of Derby long course meet, held at Ponds Forge in Sheffield over the weekend of January 14 and 15. City’s swimmers were chasing qualifying times for future meets, as well
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Scottish Avenue winger who netted record-breaking goal dies aged 88
FORMER Bradford (Park Avenue) winger Archie McHard has died at the age of 88. His most memorable achievement for Avenue came on Boxing Day 1959, when he netted what was, at the time, the fastest goal in the club's history. He scored after a
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Reigning Masters champion and Wyke thrower Cullen frustrated by Premier League limbo
JOE Cullen hopes to retain his Masters crown this weekend, as he criticised the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) for the current waiting game over this year’s Premier League line-up. The Bradford thrower’s 11-9 victory over Dave Chisnall in
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Cook 'very much' part of Bradford City's plans, Hughes tells worried fans
MARK Hughes insists there is no debate about Andy Cook’s situation at City. The leading scorer was once again on bench duty against Stockport - and suffered a broken nose after coming on in the closing stages. Cook was not summoned until the
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NATH'S NATTERS: Ten years on and Bantams run finally replaced in my heart
IT was 10 years ago this week that James Hanson’s famous header flashed past Aston Villa stopper Shay Given at Villa Park to give City the goal they needed to reach the League Cup final at the expense of their Premier League opponents. A remarkable
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Weather map reveals when up to 7 inches of snow could cover the UK
A weather chart has shown the exact date the UK could be covered in up to seven inches of snow due to a “stratospheric polar vortex”. Parts of the UK have been hit with freezing fog this week, while others have seen temperatures in the double figures