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Cullen exits Players Championship Finals after missed chances
BRADFORD star Joe Cullen has exited this year’s Players Championship Finals following defeat on Saturday. The former Masters champion thrashed Jamie Hughes 6-1 on Friday to set up a second-round contest with Ryan Joyce, who accounted for German
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See which Bradford Council-run tips will close every Monday under 'pilot'
SIX of the district's eight Bradford Council-run household waste recycling centres will close on Mondays from next week as part of a pilot scheme. The only two council household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) unaffected by the move are sites at
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David Walliams receives apology and settlement from TV bosses in BGT saga
Britain’s Got Talent’s producer Fremantle has apologised and reached an “amicable resolution” with David Walliams after remarks he made while acting as a judge on the show were leaked. The comedian was a judge on the ITV talent show between 2012
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Quad seized after reports it had been used illegally in woods
A QUAD bike has been seized by police following reports it was being used illegally in Bradford woodland. The vehicle was seized from an address on Roundwood Green in Greengates. It is now under examination to establish its true identity, a
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Police investigating assault at Boots store where security member was injured
POLICE are investigating an incident where a member of security at a Boots store was injured. The incident occurred at the beauty supply store in Market Street, Halifax, on Sunday, August 13. A 41-year-old man was arrested in August in connection
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'It's not about the opponent': Alexander on City formation choice
GRAHAM Alexander insists he won’t be dictated to on formations. The new City manager’s switch to playing 3-5-2 has delivered an instant impact. Since the half-time change after trailing 4-0 at Notts County, the Bantams have scored eight goals
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Males wearing balaclavas steal quad bike from farm
POLICE are appealing for information after a quad bike was stolen from a farm by males wearing balaclavas. It happened on Sunday at a farm in Elslack, near Skipton. The three male suspects were followed by a member of the public to Keighley
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Police keen to locate man wanted on suspicion of sexual offences
POLICE are appealing for information to locate a man who is wanted on suspicion of sexual offences. Detectives would like to speak with anyone who has seen or has information about Anthony Richmond, 66, from Dewsbury, who has been potentially sighted
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Calls to lower noise limit on fireworks to be considered after Bradford MP's question
CALLS for a law change to ensure fireworks are quieter will be considered by Home Secretary James Cleverly. MPs heard the current limit for commercial fireworks is 120 decibels (dB), with Judith Cummins, Labour MP for Bradford South, suggesting
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What are the symptoms of swine flu? NHS shares signs to look out for
As winter gets into full swing, you might be hearing about all sorts of illnesses like flu and colds which inevitably rear their heads at this time of the year. The first human case of a strain of swine flu has now been detected in the UK. But
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WATCH: Heartbreak as yob smashes new salon's window and steals items
A HAIR salon owner has spoken of frustration after his business was targeted once again in a burglary. Jonathan Ward has owned The Yorkshire Chair for years - relocating from Wyke to Bradford Road, Northowram in September. Despite the move,
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Former City teammates and staff join march for Stephen Darby charity
A HOST of former City players and club staff will take on March of the Day to raise funds for the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation. Stephen Darby’s ex-Valley Parade teammates Filipe Morais, James Hanson, Gary Jones, Andrew Davies, Tony McMahon, Billy
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Skipton Light up a Life event for Martin House Hospice
PEOPLE are invited to join Martin House Children’s Hospice for its Light up a Life service at Holy Trinity Church, Skipton, on Wednesday, December 6. Light up a Life is part of the bereavement support offered to families by the Boston Spa hospice
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West Yorkshire Police officer charged with sexual offences
A WEST Yorkshire Police officer has been charged with off-duty sexual offences. PC Charlie Valente, 23, a student officer based at Learning and Organisational Development, has been charged with three counts of sexual touching. He is currently
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Missing Bradford 12-year-old found safe and well
A 12-year-old Bradford girl reported missing has been found safe and well. Abriella Harbon went missing from her home this afternoon. A spokesperson for the force said: "An appeal was circulated earlier today in relation to a missing 12-year-old
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Here's how to see the full blood Beaver Moon tonight in th UK
Prepare for an eerie spectacle amongst our skies tonight as the "Full Beaver Moon" comes out to play. The moon will turn blood red before heading into the shadow of the Earth. This full moon is called the Beaver Moon as it happens at the time of
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Day of action held in Bradford in crackdown on untaxed vehicles
NINE untaxed vehicles were identified in a day of action in Bradford West Yorkshire Police, Bradford Council, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) and the Bradford West co-ordinator’s office worked together on Monday morning. They
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Take a tour of world-famous village as countdown to Christmas is brought to life
IT is almost time for Saltaire's annual countdown to Christmas, when windows across the world-famous village light up in festive designs. Almost 60 windows are set to be unveiled between December 1 and 24. Running since 2006, this magical community
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Christmas bazaar to take place at Bradford Ukrainian Club this weekend
A CHRISTMAS bazaar is being put on by the Bradford Ukrainian Club this weekend. The bazaar will take place at the Legrams Lane club on Sunday (1pm-3pm). It will be a fundraising event to gain money for those struggling in the ongoing war.
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Motorcyclist left with life-threatening injuries in crash over the weekend
A MOTORCYCLIST has life-threatening injuries following a crash. Police were called to reports of a collision involving a blue Yamaha motorcycle and red Honda Civic around 12.16pm on Saturday, November 25. The incident took place on Lowfields
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Children and family centre forced to close building
A CHILDREN and family centre was forced to close one of its buildings to students and staff today. Owlet Children and Family Centre, on Owlet Road in Shipley, announced the news at around 11.10am via the Bradford Council website. The building
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Garnacho goal stirs memories of Bannister beauty for Bantams
“SPECIAL, beyond special” – that was how TV described Alejandro Garnacho’s stunning overhead kick for Manchester United yesterday. Sky’s esteemed commentator Peter Drury called it “one of the great goals” as the Argentine international’s thunderous
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Appeal for relatives of people who recently died at BRI to get in touch
BRADFORD Royal Infirmary (BRI) is appealing for friends and relatives of two people who recently died at the hospital to get in touch. One of the appeals relates to Clifford Cowsill, 81, from the Holme Wood area. Another relates to Janet
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UK’s first human case of swine flu strain H1N2 detected in Yorkshire
The first detection of the flu that's been circulating in pigs in the UK has been found in a person. The government has confirmed, Influenza A(H1N2)v, a virus similar to the virus circulating among pigs in the UK has been found in the UK - with
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Cultivating young journalists: Enrol in Newsquest's Young Reporter short course
Schools are actively signing up their students for the Young Reporter Scheme short course, which is being launched now. Starting at the beginning of January, the four-month journalism programme is for students from school years 10 to 13. Similar
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Bradford hardest place to find work with almost six people going for same job
BRADFORD is the hardest place to find work, with almost six people going for the same job, according to a report. Adzuna, a jobs site, has reported that there are 5.69 people looking for work per vacancy in Bradford currently. This is more
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Osadebe brace earns Avenue first point under caretaker bosses
LUCA Havern and Oli Johnson collected their first point since taking over in the Bradford (Park Avenue) dugout, as a Chinedu Osadebe brace earned BPA a 2-2 draw at Lancaster City on Saturday. The visitors found themselves ahead on two occasions
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Will it snow in Bradford this week? See the BBC Weather and Met Office forecasts
Snow is set to fall on parts of the UK this week but will there be any in Bradford? Snow showers are expected on the North Sea coast, including Scotland and the North East of England from Wednesday (November 29) and heading into the weekend.
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Pictures show E-fits of suspects linked to burglaries at caravan park
These E-fits show potential suspects involved in a series of burglaries at caravan parks, police say. Four suspects entered Holme Valley Camping Park, in the Holmfirth area, around 1.45pm on Tuesday, October 31. The suspects entered and smashed
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School will be open tomorrow as repair work set to be completed
A DISTRICT school which was 'gutted' to have to close due to a burst pipe will be open tomorrow. Worth Valley Primary School has confirmed it will be open to pupils tomorrow after a burst pipe damaged two learning spaces. The water supply
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Popstar Gareth Gates performs at town's Christmas lights switch-on
CROWDS turned out in force for the switching on of Keighley's Christmas lights. Adults and children packed into the car park area at Church Green for yesterday's extravaganza. The switch-on ceremony was headed up by singer and actor Gareth
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Missing 12 year old from Bradford found 'safe and well'
POLICE have confirmed the missing 12-year-old from Bradford has been 'safe and well'. A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police, said: "Abriella Harbon from Bradford has been located safe and well. Thanks for sharing our appeals." Police thanked
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Vehicle seized after driver with provisional license committed suspected offence
POLICE in Bradford have seized a vehicle after the driver committed a suspected offence in front of an officer. Victoria Road @WYP_BradfordE This driver learnt a valuable lesson; if you only have a provisional licence, don't commit a
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Citizens Advice at 'crisis point' amid surge in demand for services
A REQUEST by Citizens Advice for urgent financial help from Skipton Town Council has been turned down, but with the free public service being told to return by councillors after the authority had set its budget. In a letter to the town council,
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Warning over 'brutal' new cold spreading across the UK that 'lasts for weeks'
A "brutal" new cold is sweeping across the United Kingdom this winter, leaving many bedbound for days and weeks. The horrible virus, which is said to cause headaches, blocked sinuses and fatigue, was shared by one user on the popular Reddit page
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Van 'linked to criminality' is seized by police in Bradford
POLICE seized a van in Bradford alleged to be "linked to criminality". Officers from the Steerside Enforcement Team shared the update on X. They worked in partnership with West Yorkshire Police's Roads Policing Unit. The teams stopped
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15-year-old boy arrested after Bradford city centre bus fire
A TEENAGER has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after a fire on a bus last month. The incident saw flames and plumes of smoke coming from the top deck of the First bus on Broadway, Bradford city centre. A 15-year-old has been
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Tom Jones to return to The Piece Hall for 2024 gig
MUSIC legend Sir Tom Jones has today announced he is joining the sensational line-up for Live at The Piece Hall 2024. Sir Tom will return to the Halifax attraction's historic open-air courtyard – where he played a sold-out show in 2022 – on July
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School forced to close as classrooms flooded overnight
A DISTRICT primary school has been forced to close after a "significant leak" flooded two classrooms. Worth Valley Primary School on Bracken Bank Crescent, Keighley, will be closed today due to flooding overnight which has resulted in the the
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Young Bantams go down fighting in FA Youth Cup
NEIL Redfearn felt City’s youngsters did themselves justice despite their exit from the FA Youth Cup. The Bantams were knocked out at the second round after extra-time agony at Barnsley – where they went down 3-2. Redfearn, who returned to
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Buses forced to divert in the city centre due to roadworks
BUSES in Bradford are being diverted as roadworks in the city centre continue to cause disruption. ⚠️SERVICE UPDATE - 613, 614, 640 & 641⚠️ Due to roadworks barriers and works wagons outside the ice rink on Little Horton Lane, these
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NSPCC warns that Christmas is loneliest time for many children
FOR many people, the festive season brings expectations of joy, fun and love. But for thousands of children and young people, Christmas can be an incredibly lonely and frightening time. More than half a million children experience abuse and neglect
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All lanes reopened after a car hit the side barrier on motorway
ALL lanes on the M62 Westbound have reopened after a crash earlier this morning. There were huge queues on a motorway this morning after a car hit the side barrier. The crash happened on the westbound carriageway of the M62, between junction
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Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, so sings Andy Williams every year. But for an isolated veteran, this couldn’t be further from reality. For most of us the festive period is a time for friends, family, and jollity. Sounds idyllic, doesn
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Single mum overcomes challenges to graduate with first class honours
A BRADFORD woman who turned her life around in her 30s has spoken of her pride at graduating with a first class honours degree. Raisha Sheehan, 35 from Thornton, is a single mum who overcame several challenges to graduate with a degree in Psychology
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Man jailed for five years for having two weapons that 'could have killed'
A MAN has been jailed for five years for possession of two firearms, which a judge said “had the capability of killing two people”. Brendan Thompson, 38, of Festival Avenue, Shipley, was given a five-year prison sentence in Bradford Crown Court
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'Welcome measures in Autumn Statement, but there is much more to do'
This week's column comes from Philip Davies, Conservative MP for Shipley THE Autumn Statement – which was a budget in all but name – had some welcome measures for hard-working families and pensioners. The Prime Minister and Chancellor always
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'Innovative' approach in Bradford to provide temporary housing for homeless people
HUNDREDS of thousands of pounds were spent on temporary housing for the homeless in Bradford in the year to March, figures show. Figures from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities show £734,000 was spent on temporarily housing
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Plan for Grade II-listed building dating back to 1800s
A LISTED Bradford building could be converted back into an office if plans are approved. Southern House, 18 Lumb Lane, is one of the city’s many protected Victorian buildings – having been awarded a Grade-II listing in 1983. The building had
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Government inspector to decide on Chai Village future after appeal lodged
AFTER four unsuccessful planning application for a Chai Village on the outskirts of Bradford city centre, the applicant is now asking a Government inspector to decide on the plans. The developers behind Chai Village on Thornton Road are appealing
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Kelly: Bantams are moving the right way with Alexander
CIARAN Kelly can sense things are beginning to click under Graham Alexander. The new City boss made it back-to-back wins in charge with a first league victory at the weekend against Accrington. Kelly claimed the assist for Tyler Smith’s well-taken
