Archive
-
Date
Major route partially blocked as police called to concern for safety
A MAJOR route was partially blocked and there was heavy traffic due a police incident this afternoon. A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "Shortly before 5pm, police were called to a report of a concern for safety of a man on Canal Road
-
Date
Football legend Chris Kamara to visit Bradford to sign copies of new book
BRADFORD City legend Chris Kamara will be coming to the city this weekend to promote a book about his life. Chris Kamara, who played for and managed the Bantams, leading them to Wembley glory in 1996, released his new autobiography, ‘Kammy: My
-
Date
Police renew appeal for missing London teenager who has links to Bradford
POLICE have renewed an appeal for sightings of a London teenager who has links to Bradford. Edi Markaj, 17, was reported missing from the Harrow area of London on July5 and he is believed to have travelled to West Yorkshire. The teenage has
-
Date
Reader letter: 'Any wonder number of these offences shows no sign of diminishing?'
SIR - 'Teen was caught doing double speed limit' (T&A headline, November 21). Not only was the culprit found guilty of dangerous driving, including running red lights, he also had never passed a driving test, so had no licence or insurance.
-
Date
Plea over 'funding crisis' faced by councils after Chancellor's Autumn Statement
THERE has been a mixed response to the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement in Bradford, with lower taxes and business support welcomed – but disappointment with little mention of investment in Council services. The Leader of Bradford Council criticised
-
Date
Three arrests after alleged attempted break-ins in village
POLICE have appealed for CCTV footage following reports of males allegedly trying house and car doors in a Bradford district village. Officers from the Shipley Neighbourhood Policing Team have urged anyone with information to get in touch.
-
Date
Reader letter: Heartwarming to see so many faiths at Remembrance service
SIR - I attended Bradford’s annual Remembrance Sunday service in the alternative setting of City Park. I found it most heart-warming and truly uplifting to hear prayers being said or recited by representatives from the Sikh, Hindu, Jewish and Islamic
-
Date
The best Black Friday deals I found that could save you hundred of pounds
Shoppers' favourite day of the year - Black Friday - is nearly here. Although Black Friday itself isn't until, Friday (November 24), stores and brands all over the UK are making the most of the occasion and have deals available all week. From
-
Date
Number of arrests for theft in county falls by nearly a third in last five years
THE number of arrests for theft in West Yorkshire has fallen by nearly a third in the last five years, new statistics show. Home Office figures reveal 5,443 arrests were made for a theft offence by West Yorkshire Police in the 12 months to March
-
Date
Video shows flames from stolen quad bike during police chase
A Bradford man has been jailed for his role in a dramatic police chase which saw a stolen quad bike become increasingly engulfed in flames. Sparks and then flames flew from under the chassis of the £9,000-worth Yamaha Kodiak 700 machine as it headed
-
Date
Bulls set to make major dual-registration announcement this week
BRADFORD Bulls look set to announce a dual-registration partner tomorrow. They have linked up with neighbours Leeds Rhinos over the last few years, a deal that has divided opinion among fans. Many Bradford fans have seen the quick fix of bringing
-
Date
Medical chief's important plea to men over prostate cancer
A BRADFORD medical boss has urged men to discuss their risk of prostate cancer with their GP now - and not wait for symptoms first. Ray Smith, chief medical officer at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), made the plea after
-
Date
MP concerned for jobs after another company plunges into administration
A BRADFORD MP has raised concerns about more jobs being at risk in the area - after a city company called in administrators. As reported by the Telegraph & Argus on Tuesday, Vehicle Conversion Specialists Limited (VCS) - which has a factory on
-
Date
Universal Credit and benefits increase worth almost £500 announced for millions
Universal Credit claimants will receive an extra £470 a year on average from April, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced. Speaking to MPs at his autumn statement, Mr Hunt confirmed the Government would increase Universal Credit and other benefits
-
Date
Pensions to increase by up to £900 next year, Jeremy Hunt confirms
Pensioners will see their state pension increase by up to £900 next year, the Chancellor has announced. Jeremy Hunt confirmed that the triple lock on pensions would be honoured, with state pensions set to rise next year. Under the triple lock
-
Date
Blood donors urged to give the 'greatest gift' of the year with festive donation
NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) has launched its first-ever festive social media video to encourage people to give the gift of blood this winter. The video, filmed at a Bradford donor centre, depicts a festive blood donation session where people
-
Date
National Insurance rate cut for 27 million workers from January announced
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced the Government will cut the main rate National Insurance payments by two per cent. He told MPs in his autumn statement that the rate of national insurance for workers earning between £12,570 and £50,270 would
-
Date
Martin Lewis reacts as Universal Credit £470 increase announced
Martin Lewis has reacted to Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement, as the Chancellor set out a range of plans, including increases for Universal Credit and other benefit claimants. Speaking to MPs at his autumn statement, Mr Hunt confirmed the Government
-
Date
Jeremy Hunt announces alcohol duty freeze until next year
Alcohol duty will be frozen until August, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced in his autumn statement. Speaking to MPs, Mr Hunt said that there would be no increase in in duty on beer, cider, wine or spirits. He also confirmed that the alcohol
-
Date
Countdown to Christmas begins in Shipley with festive lights switch-on
SHIPLEY will celebrate the countdown to Christmas when the town’s festive lights are switched on this weekend. There will be a day of free entertainment and activities for visitors and residents will take place on Saturday, November 25, from 10am
-
Date
How your donations of warm clothing could help Bradford families this winter
PEOPLE are being asked to donate warm clothing to a Bradford-based housing association this winter. Horton Housing Association provides housing and support for individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the city. The organisation
-
Date
'Perfect storm' sees number of vulnerable animals being dumped soar
CASES of animals being dumped in West Yorkshire have risen sharply since the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis, new figures show. The RSPCA said today it is on course to receive 1,181 reports of animal abandonment in West Yorkshire this year -
-
Date
Terry who was 'loved very much' named as victim of Stanningley Road crash
POLICE investigating a fatal road traffic collision on Stanningley Road, Leeds have released the name of the man who sadly died. Terence Russell, known as Terry, 62, died after a black Mitsubishi Shogun was in collision with a bus stop on Stanningley
-
Date
Police stop two drivers for breaking 30mph speed limit
TWO drivers were dealt with for speeding by police carrying out checks in a Bradford district village. Officers were stationed on Mackingstone Lane, Oakworth, on Tuesday. This was in response to concerns raised by the community. Police
-
Date
Bantams 5 Barnsley 1: Match stats and player ratings
CITY thumped a young Barnsley side 5-1 last night in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy, as they finished top of their group and secured a last-32 home tie in style. T&A sports reporter NATHAN ATKINSON was at Valley Parade yesterday and provides
-
Date
Town's red phone boxes are given new lease of life
A NEW art exhibition has opened in Heckmondwike in two phone boxes in the town. People using Bespoke Day Services in Liversedge have been working with local photographer Dawn Robinson to create the vibrant artwork which is now on display. The
-
Date
Asda's statement on why Bradford store had to open later than usual
ASDA has issued a statement following the closure of one of its Bradford stores today. The shutters of the Rooley Lane store were down this morning and a notice was pinned on the door which said 'store closed until further notice'. A spokesperson
-
Date
Bantams could face Liverpool or Forest as last-32 set-up revealed
BRADFORD City will find out this Friday who they are hosting in the last-32 of the Bristol Street Motors Trophy, but they only have four possible opponents. By beating Barnsley 5-1 last night, the Bantams ensured they finished top in Group F of
-
Date
Budding authors get their book on Bradford's history published
BUDDING writers at a Bradford primary school have teamed up with an author and illustrator to publish their own book. Students from Bowling Park Primary School brought their book, ‘Broadford to Bradford’, to the world this November. The
-
Date
Closure on M62 ends after emergency services deal with incident
Emergency services have taken a woman into their care following an earlier incident on the M62. Police urged drivers to avoid part of the M62 due to an ongoing incident just before 11am on Wednesday (November 22). The incident took place on
-
Date
McDonald's plan for former restaurant is recommended for approval
PLANNERS are set to grant approval for work to be carried out on a former curry house to turn it into a McDonalds. The fast food company has submitted plans to Bradford Council to carry out alterations to the building the old Kashmiri Aroma building
-
Date
No arrests made yet after 'suspicious' bus fire in Bradford city centre
NO arrests have yet been made in connection with a suspicious bus fire in Bradford city centre. There were plumes of thick black smoke billowing into the sky when one of First's buses caught on fire over one month ago. The driver was alerted
-
Date
Notice appears on Bradford Asda store saying it is 'closed until further notice'
A HUGE Bradford supermarket is closed today and will be "until further notice". The Rooley Lane Asda is shut today with a notice on the door saying 'store closed until further notice'. The shutters of the store are all down.
-
Date
Primary school's touching tribute after death of teacher
A SCHOOL has paid a touching tribute to one of its teachers following his death. Swain House Primary School, in Radcliffe Avenue, published a weekly newsletter on its Facebook page last Friday that was dedicated to staff member Liam North.
-
Date
You never know what's going to happen in Bradford's churches
CHURCHES are no longer used purely for religious services. They now take on a variety of uses as can be seen here, with everything from a tortoise show to a polling station. We look take a look at their many functions over the years, across the Bradford
-
Date
Officers surprise rider of unregistered bike spotted near city centre
OFFICERS in Bradford have recovered an unregistered motorbike after its ride ran off. West Yorkshire Police's Bradford City NPT spotted the bike on Longside Lane, near the University of Bradford. The rider was seen pulling up with the bike
-
Date
Boost for train passengers as Northern slashes price of tickets to tourism hotspots
TRAIN passengers in West Yorkshire have been given a boost after Northern slashed the price of tickets to tourism hotspots in Cumbria and Lancashire for winter. The company has announced a 50 per cent cut in the cost of off-peak tickets from Leeds
-
Date
Man to appear in court today charged with murder
A MAN will appear before magistrates today following the death of a woman in Dewsbury. Wahib Albaradan, 35, of Dearnley Street, Dewsbury, will appear before Leeds Magistrates' Court, charged with the murder of 27-year-old Salam Alshara. West
-
Date
Latest update from police after crash on major route between Leeds and Bradford
LATEST NEWS: Terry who was 'loved very much' named as victim of Stanningley Road crash POLICE have issued an update following a fatal crash earlier this week. Emergency services were called to Stanningley Road, close to the junction with Armley
-
Date
Latest forecast reveals how cold it will feel in Bradford this weekend
CHILLY weather is on the way for Bradford as a cold front sweeps in towards the end of the week. Obviously this is not unusual in November heading into December - but after a mild week, colder temperatures will no doubt be a shock to the system
-
Date
How to banish negative thoughts and reach mental wellbeing
IF you read my column regularly, you’ll know that I often say that how we think affects how we feel. In this week’s column, I’m offering a look into the fascinating world of neuroscience, which will explain why this happens . Our brain is the
-
Date
A Christmas market with mulled wine and artisan treats is coming to Haworth
A POP-UP bar and festive market is coming to Haworth this weekend. Candy cane hot chocolate, gingerbread lattes and mulled wine will be served up, whilst you can shop around at independent retailers. There'll be anything from scented candles
-
Date
Happy Valley actor to play leading role in new ITV series Playing Nice
ITV has commissioned a new psychological thriller series called Playing Nice starring Happy Valley’s James Norton. BAFTA nominated Norton played Tommy Lee Royce in the BBC series. The cast of Playing Nice also includes Niamh Algar, James McArdle
-
Date
More disruption expected as road on major bus route remains closed
A bus route will not be serving a street in the district due to ongoing road restrictions. The 687 First Bus service, Scholes Towngate to Fagley will not be stopping at Wyke Lane Chemical Works due to ongoing work being carried out by Yorkshire
-
Date
Team that has transformed city spaces wins two national awards
A TEAM that has helped transform overgrown spaces into play facilities and parks has been recognised at a national award ceremony. Bradford Council’s Landscape, Design and Conservation Team received both the Excellence in Public Health and Wellbeing
-
Date
Let’s clear the smoke of confusion – can vaping help smokers’ health?
According to government data, 12.9% of UK adults or around 6.4 million people are current smokers. This is having a serious impact on the nation’s health with smoking contributing to around 80,000 deaths a year. Given this and given UK Governments
-
Date
These 8 festive dupes could save you hundreds this Christmas from toys to booze
Christmas is expensive which means finding dupes for your favourite products can go a long way. From toys under the tree to chocolate in stockings, the price of festive treats can really stack up - especially when you're shopping for an entire
-
Date
Enjoy a magical Christmas at Middletons Hotel in York
Award-winning Middletons Hotel in York – part of Daniel Thwaites – has launched its selection of Christmas activities for 2023. Whether it’s a chance to get the family together, a festive catch up with friends, or a romantic winter getaway for two,
-
Date
'Significant interest' in Bradford from hotel operators - councillor claims
HOTEL operators have shown “significant interest” in opening in Bradford, a councillor has claimed. A recent report by West Yorkshire Combined Authority looked at what could be done to boost tourism in the area, pointing out that West Yorkshire
-
Date
Huge block of flats to be demolished early next year
A HUGE block of flats will be demolished next year after the property became “less desirable” over recent years. York House on Idlethorpe Way, Thorpe Edge, is being “decommissioned” by Incommunities, and once it is pulled down the site is likely
-
Date
Bradford's 'heritage of innovation' will help make scheme a success
BRADFORD’S “heritage of innovation” will help make the recently announced West Yorkshire Investment Zone a success – it has been claimed. On Monday Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that Bradford, Huddersfield and Leeds would be the centre of a
-
Date
Making homes more energy efficiency among potential ways you could use green funding
PEOPLE with ideas of how to address the climate crisis in Shipley have been urged to apply for new grants. The Shipley ‘Green Grants’ scheme will see residents and organisations put in funding bids for community projects that help the environment
-
Date
Man jailed after using his crutches as weapon in attacks - snapping one in half
A MAN who wielded his crutches as an "improvised weapon" to hit two victims in separate attacks has been jailed. In one of the incidents, Billy Cameron, 24, hit another man across the face so hard, the crutch was snapped in half. Bradford Crown
-
Date
Keighley ace Melling bags Blackpool title to round off Ultimate Pool Pro Series
Chris Melling is an Ultimate Pool champion once again, as he marked his return to the UK in style at the weekend. The Keighley potter has been playing in tournaments all around the world, largely Asia, over the last couple of months, but was back
-
Date
Myers made up with Bulls start under O'Carroll as he recalls "gutting" injury
Young Bulls centre Jayden Myers admits it was "gutting" to miss the denouement of last season with injury, having done so much to help his side into the Betfred Championship play-off semi-finals. But after just a few days of working under new head
-
Date
REPORT: Bantams blast five past Barnsley to seal top spot in style
City showed no mercy in their top-of-the table decider against a young Barnsley side in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy last night, coasting to a 5-1 win at Valley Parade. Matty Platt opened the scoring, with strike duo Andy Cook and Tyler Smith
-
Date
REACTION: City boss enjoys satisfying night all round as he hails returning pair
It was a case of third time lucky for Graham Alexander, who got his first win as Bradford City boss last night against Barnsley. The Bantams romped to a 5-1 win over Barnsley at Valley Parade to ensure they topped Group F of the Northern Section
-
Date
Yorkshire star pulls out of Big Bash competition in Australia
THE Yorkshire and Northern Diamonds quartet is playing winter-grade cricket across Australia at present. James Wharton has been in the runs in Australia, with Wharton scoring 99 on debut in a two-day win for Western Australia side Wanneroo over
-
Date
Odunston confident the right manager will be picked for the job
Bradford (Park Avenue)’s bright right back is confident the best manager for the job will be brought in as the club faces potential relegation. Lucas Odunston who led his side against Gainsborough last Saturday at the age of 23 was ‘delighted’
-
Date
Boxer hoping to keep his undefeated record 'feeling great' ahead of fight
A BRADFORD boxer is ‘feeling great’ about his upcoming fight this weekend. Light heavyweight, Francis Kershaw, 23 is hoping to secure his fourth career win this Saturday against Luke Blackledge. The fight will be taking place at Oldham Leisure
