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Is Channel 4 down? Everything we know as viewers report channel not working
Viewers of Channel 4 have reported that the national channel is not working. It comes as status website DownDector has over 500 reports of viewers sharing the issues. Seeing over 72% per cent of most reported problems are related to the live
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Greggs customers ‘livid’ as decision to axe popular item branded 'a disaster'
Greggs customers have been left angered after one popular bakery item has been axed by the chain. It comes as the bakery announced that the seasonal hot cross bun would not be sold this Easter. Many look forward to enjoying the Easter treat
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BANTAMS REACTION: Hughes thanks record crowd after City's dramatic victory
MARK Hughes thanked Valley Parade’s bumper crowd for playing their part in the late, late win over Colchester. The Bantams struck twice in stoppage time to clinch a third victory on the bounce. Andy Cook and substitute Scott Banks netted in
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Smoke seen gushing out of Bradford house as crews scramble to deal with fire
SMOKE was seen gushing out of a Bradford house as fire crews scrambled to the scene this afternoon. The blaze occurred at 1pm at a semi-detached property on Falkland Road in Ravenscliffe. Four stations were sent to the scene and the fire was
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WATCH: Crowds take to the streets of Bradford city centre for CAZ protest
A PROTEST against the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) and the creation of 15-minute neighbourhoods was held in Bradford city centre today. Around 100 people gathered in Centenary Square outside City Hall at 12pm with signs and leaflets created by organisers
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Update on man who had huge crash in Thailand as family dealt financial blow
THE family of a well-loved ice hockey player who is in a serious condition after a motorcycling crash in Thailand has been dealt a financial blow. Former Bradford Bulldogs player Josh Richardson was holidaying in the country when he came off his
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LIVE BLOG: Bradford City 2 Colchester 0
5:04pm Mi propuesta es la creación de una nueva religión con Andy Cook como único Dios. #BCAFC 🐓❤ pic.twitter.com
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Fiver Fest is coming to Keighley: over 20 independent businesses taking part
A FIVER Fest is coming to Keighley. More than 20 independent shops and businesses across the town are offering special £5 deals on a range of products. The initiative runs from next Saturday (Mar 11) until March 26. Organisers say the aim
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Walks: Explore former mining country on Dales walk
THE moors to the south of Reeth, on the slopes of Gibbon Hill, teemed with miners in the 19th century and earlier. The lead mines were one of many that dominated the landscape of Swaledale, the remains which can be seen and explored on this moorland
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Look back: Ballroom champions who taught many Bradford classes
OUR recent call-out for memories of Bradford’s dance hall days prompted Garth Cawood to get in touch with these lovely photos of his parents, who were Yorkshire ballroom champions. In the early 1950s, Ernest Page and Dulcie Burton taught ballroom
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Members left confused after big Bradford city centre gym suddenly shuts
MEMBERS have been left confused after a big Bradford city centre gym suddenly shut. easyGym Bradford, which is located on the first floor of Arndale House on Charles Street, announced its closure with a notice on its doors yesterday. The £1.5m
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Another two men arrested in probe into large cannabis farm found in Bradford
ANOTHER two men were arrested following enquiries into a large cannabis farm found in Bradford. On Tuesday, officers attended an address on Cow Close Lane, Wyke, and discovered the farm behind some secure doors. At the time, a male was arrested
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‘It’s a story of friendship and of hope’: TV star on Alhambra prison drama role
IT started as a 1982 novella - Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption - by horror writer Stephen King, and became the nation’s favourite film. Now The Shawshank Redemption is a thrilling stage production, examining desperation, injustice, friendship
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Letter: 'Why is petrol in Skipton more expensive?'
PLEASE could someone explain to me why petrol is so expensive in Skipton? The other day I had to travel to Bolton. One the way down every garage I passed petrol was cheaper than in Skipton. I went via Gisburn, Padihan, Ramsbottom, Tottington and
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How you can help hospice's work to support children with life-limiting conditions
SUPPORTERS of Martin House Hospice are being asked to help raise funds by walking one, two or three of the 'Yorkshire Three Peaks'. Whether people complete just one or all three of the peaks -Penyghent, Ingleborough and Whernside - at the event
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CAR REVIEW: Suzuki Jimny reinvented as light commercial vehicle
SUZUKI’S small 4x4 has been transformed into a light commercial vehicle after the passenger version ran into emissions issues. As commercial vehicles have a far more lenient emissions target figure than passenger vehicles, the Jimny has been reinvented
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'It has been life-changing - I smile more': Sue's amazing six stone weight loss
AN East Morton woman has spoken of how her life has been transformed thanks to a low-carb programme. Since starting on the scheme – run locally by the Modality AWC GP partnership, for patients diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes – a year ago, Sue Myerscough
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Behind the scenes of new TV documentary given access inside operating theatres
A BRADFORD-born man has given the inside track on a major new TV documentary series he filmed at a West Yorkshire hospital. Craig Chambers, who grew up in Great Horton, was the producer/director of Saving Lives in Leeds, an eight-part documentary
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GP surgery that closed 'temporarily' three years ago to re-open after pressure
THE Gargrave surgery of Skipton's Fisher Medical Centre - closed 'temporarily' three years ago - is due to re-open in April following pressure by the parish council. Bill Graham, of the Modality Partnership, of which Fisher Medical is part, told
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Claim 20-minute neighbourhoods would help ‘dormitory town’
OTLEY has become a “dormitory town”, according to one local councillor, who believes the concept of 20-minute neighbourhoods will reverse that trend. Councillor Sandy Lay, who represents Otley and Yeadon on Leeds City Council, said residents in
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Meet the Bradford couple who quit their jobs to craft their own award-winning gin
A Bradford couple has spoken of how their lives have changed since quitting their 9-5s to craft their own gin. Sarah and Chris Dinnewell decided to take a leap into the unknown at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. The couple used their
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Inside the spa town pub a big hit with locals and tourists
SITTING on the corner of a busy shopping centre, The Lister Arms is a popular watering hole in the market town of Ilkley. The prominent stone building, on the junction of Hawksworth Street and Cunliffe Road, forms part of The Moors Shopping Centre
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Two organisations declare strong support for Bradford Clean Air Zone
BRADFORD'S Clean Air Zone has received the backing of two local organisations. Clean Air Bradford and the Bradford-Shipley Travel Alliance have both said they strongly support Bradford’s Clean Air Zone as a contributor to improved health of all
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Future of listed mill uncertain one year on from huge blaze
ONE year on from the huge blaze that devastated a listed mill, the building’s future remains uncertain. Dalton Mill in Keighley was devastated by the fire in March 2022, leaving just the outer walls of the building remaining. Twelve months
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Unauthorised roller shutters lead to building owner appearing in court
A BUILDING owner ordered to pay thousands for breaching planning laws told a court the unauthorised work had been done without his knowledge. Israr Haider, 59, owns 8 Landsdowne Place – a city centre building currently occupied by a fast-food business
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Here's some of the best reviewed takeaways in district revealed by Just Eat
IT'S the weekend so you might be looking to call up for a takeaway over the next two days. Here are six of the top takeaway sites in Bradford, as currently rated by the Just Eat website. The reviews work by a six-star rating system on their
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Twists and turns as playhouse showcases 'queen of crime' Agatha Christie's drama
KEIGHLEY Playhouse is turning to the 'queen of crime' for its latest production. Members are performing Agatha Christie's courtroom drama, Witness for the Prosecution. The play was originally due to be presented in March 2020. But the scheduled
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You can now explore different places of worship as unique experience returns for 2023
Have you ever wondered what’s in a church, masjid, mandir or gurdwara? One of Bradford’s most unique experiences is back as five places of worship reopen their doors to curious visitors. The Bradford Faith Trail offers people the chance to
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Fans urged to take steps to raise charity funds at home of Bradford City
PEOPLE have been given the chance to take steps to raise funds for charity at the home of Bradford City. Mental health charity Mind in Bradford is urging people to step up to a fundraising challenge at the Bantams’ Valley Parade home. Individuals
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Former pub loved by Bradford City fans descends into car storage 'eyesore'
A BRADFORD pensioner has been ordered to pay thousands after failing to clear cars from the site of a former Bradford pub. The building at 31 Lumb Lane will be remembered by many as the old Haigy’s pub – a popular watering hole for Bradford City
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Ex Lord Mayor resigns from Tory party after being 'discarded' as election candidate
A FORMER Bradford Mayor and current Keighley councillor has resigned from the Conservative Party - hitting out at the selection process for the upcoming Council elections. Cllr Zafar Ali (Keighley Central) said he felt let down by the Keighley
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Stuart confirms exit from role ahead of City's crunch clash
CHARLOTTE Stuart has stepped down as Bradford City Women’s First Team manager despite only taking the job in August last year. The former Bantams captain was previously assistant to former manager Chris Hames - who departed for Hull City last summer
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Director explains why Bradford Live date has been pushed back again in T&A visit
A DIRECTOR has explained why the completion date for Bradford Live has been pushed back again during a T&A visit. Earlier this week, the group that will run the building, the NEC group, confirmed it will not be opening until early 2024.
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Duxbury delighted with Baildon progress with his side set to make history
BAILDON Head Coach Jake Duxbury has expressed his delight with the progress the club has made over the past couple of seasons, particularly in this year's campaign. The Bradford side are currently third in the Yorkshire Counties Two division and
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Bulls loving Flanagan form as veteran the big beneficiary of forced reshuffle
BULLS head coach Mark Dunning is delighted to see George Flanagan Sr flourishing this season, with the veteran hooker having inadvertently benefitted from Jack Walker's misfortune. Scrum-half Jordan Lilley started both of Bulls' friendlies as their
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ANGLING LINES: Carr races to impressive double victory
HERE are this week's angling lines from Leeds and Listerhills: LEEDS & DISTRICT A.S.A. The result of the last match at Moor Monkton Pools saw T. Bainbridge win easily with 63lb 11oz. G. Miller came second with 29lb 10oz, with S. Bolton
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NATH'S NATTERS: Long-running schism between Avenue and National League helps neither
IT is probably fair to say Bradford (Park Avenue) and the National League are not exactly the best of friends. Their relationship took another nosedive ahead of Avenue's vital National League North clash at home to Scarborough Athletic on Monday
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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to anyone who passed their test before 2014
Drivers are being warned they could be breaking the law if they passed their driving test before 2014 and haven’t made a crucial check. Motorists are being warned to make sure their driving licences have not expired. Photocards must be renewed
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Andy Cook interview: Fans were saying, 'why have we signed him?'
ANDY Cook will receive the Valley Parade acclaim this afternoon as he hits three figures in a City shirt. And few would bet against him marking his 100th appearance for the club with another goal to add to the 41 he has banged in - 21 in this season
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Aldi, Lidl and Tesco among UK's cheapest supermarkets, research reveals
Aldi has been named as the cheapest supermarket in the UK, according to research from Which?. The consumer expert's monthly analysis revealed that Lidl was the next cheapest supermarket, with an average shop costing £2.69 more than its fellow discount
