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GP issues health warning to Brits putting up their Christmas decorations
A GP has issued a warning to Brits putting up their Christmas trees and decorations about some of the potentially "negative" health effects involved. It's the most wonderful time of the year with twinkle lights, baubles, tinsel and non-stop festive
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Paid time off with teens would be of great benefit
WHEN talking to parents of young children, the one thing I say over and over again is: “It’s the teenage years when they need you the most.” Not that babies and toddlers aren’t demanding - of course they are, but not in the same way as teens.
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When History Was Made - your chance to watch Bantams film
THE “2013: When History Was Made” City documentary is now available to rent. The 106-minute film features the 2012-2013 history-making campaign with interviews with Phil Parkinson, Steve Parkin and skipper Gary Jones as well as key players including
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Body of missing man found near Bolton Abbey, police confirm
A MAN's body was found on land near Bolton Abbey, police have confirmed. A spokesperson from North Yorkshire Police said concerns were raised on Sunday, November 26, about a man from West Yorkshire who was missing. “Officers from North Yorkshire
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Drivers reminded about new traffic rule at major roundabout in city centre
DRIVERS have been reminded about new traffic rules as work to transform Bradford city centre gets underway. Bradford Council removed traffic lights at the approaches to Jacobs Well roundabout at the end of November. Drivers should now give
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Man used laser hair removal business as a front for 'vile' sexual abuse of women
A “dangerous” sex offender has been jailed for 17 years after he betrayed the trust of eight women who had visited his premises for laser hair removal treatments. Bradford Crown Court heard today how Terry James, who appeared friendly and professional
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Shock as car crashes into wall near Bradford district school
A CAR crashed into a wall near a Bradford district primary school this morning. A black Ford Kuga was involved in the collision on Cottingley Moor Road near Lysander Way at around 9am. The incident happened opposite Butterfield Homes at the
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City cinema to hold Christmas event this weekend
A BRADFORD cinema will help families get into the Christmas spirit this weekend. The Light, based at The Broadway shopping centre in Bradford city centre, is hosting a free event on Sunday, where children can decorate and write a wish on a star
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FIRST LOOK: Goldsmiths officially opens in The Broadway
A NEW jewellery store has officially opened in The Broadway shopping centre and the Telegraph & Argus can now give you a peek inside. Goldsmiths opened its doors to the public for the first time yesterday, having taken over the unit where Ernest
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Brits complaining about 'worst lurgy ever' that 'won't go away' before Christmas
Now we've entered December there is only one thought on our minds - Christmas. However, just like clockwork, the dreaded lurgy seems to have returned with a vengeance threatening to spoil all the fun. With more of us spending time indoors,
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Bradford Marie Curie Hospice to host Christmas fair this weekend
THE UK’s leading end-of-life charity Marie Curie is calling for people in Bradford to help bring care, comfort, and joy this Christmas by fundraising for its Christmas Appeal. The charity is dependent on fundraising and public donations to run
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New-look cup competition sees Bulls face off with Cougars and Dewsbury
THE new-look AB Sundecks 1895 Cup has pitted Bradford Bulls against Dewsbury Rams and Keighley Cougars in Group Two. The newly-devised structure sees seven groups of three do battle, with the seven group winners gaining automatic entry into the
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Hundreds fight to save 'immensely valued' community hall from planned closure
HUNDREDS of people have signed a petition calling for an "immensely valued" community hall in Bradford to remain open. According to the Queensbury Community Programme (QCP) group, Bradford Council plans to shut Victoria Hall in Queensbury at the
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CBeebies presenter George Webster set to turn Pudsey’s Christmas lights on
CBeebies presenter George Webster will kick off the festive fun at Pudsey's Christmas lights switch-on this year. There will be an array of festive attractions in the town between 3pm and 7pm this Sunday, December 3. More than 300 Christmas
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Over 50 stalls at Wibsey Christmas market before lights-switch on
A Bradford Bulls player will join a number of lucky children at Wibsey’s Christmas lights switch-on this Saturday. There will be around 50 stalls at the Christmas market as well as two funfair rides and children’s bike giveaway. In the spirit
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Cafe in historic Bradford park to celebrate its anniversary
A BRADFORD voluntary group that helps look after the city’s oldest public park is celebrating the seventh anniversary of its community cafe with a visit from the Lord Mayor. Peelers’ Cafe opened in 2016 after the local Friends of Peel Park group
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MP criticises 'car insurance rip-off' hitting people across Bradford
AN MP has attacked what she describes as a "car insurance rip-off" affecting people in Bradford. According to Bradford South MP Judith Cummins, the area faced the highest rise in car insurance prices across the whole of Yorkshire last year.
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Vital update on future of Haworth 1940s Weekend
HAWORTH'S 1940s Weekend is being revived. Question marks hung over the future of the annual event, which sees thousands of people – many in period costume – converge on the village. But a new team has come forward to spearhead the venture.
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Bradford shop sold illegal vape to 13-year-old girl as staff 'thought she looked 18'
A SHOP in Bradford sold an illegal vape to a 13-year-old girl because staff thought she looked older than 18, a court has heard. A Trading Standards test purchase was carried out at Phones & Vapes on Beckside Road, Lidget Green, on April 6.
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Police update after large police presence in Thackley area
AN update has been issued following a large police presence in the Bradford district. Police officers attended a scene off Buck Mill Lane in Thackley on Thursday, while firefighters were also seen nearby. West Yorkshire Police said a man had
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Fire service issues safety advice as cold snap continues
WEST Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has warned people to stay away from frozen ponds and lakes as the cold snap continues. The warning comes as part of the service's winter water safety campaign. A spokesperson for WYFRS said: "
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Looking back at the winter of 1963 when bus going to Dick Hudsons got stuck
WITH colder weather getting a grip on the country this week, snow has hit the Yorkshire region. Higher ground in Scotland and northern England saw snowfall last week, and now it's our turn. It's been manageable so far, but here’s a reminder
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Man left with hole in his leg after 'false widow spider' bite outside Asda
A man was left with a 4cm hole in his leg after being ‘bitten by a false widow spider’ while waiting outside an Asda. Michael Wilkinson, 38, spent two months recovering after suffering "nine out of ten" pain. He initially thought little of
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Appeal to identify men behaving suspiciously in a town earlier this month
OFFICERS are appealing for information after a group of men were seen behaving suspiciously in a town earlier this month. West Yorkshire Police has issued photos of a number of men they would like to identify. The men were captured in images
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Company launches teddy bear initiative to help animal rescues
A WEST Yorkshire business has launched a new initiative to help support independent animal rescues both locally and across the UK. Teddy Rescue, based in Liversedge, offers personalised teddy bears. For every teddy bear purchased, the company
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Bradford school has been named one of the best in the North
BRADFORD Grammar School has once again been named one of the top independent secondary schools in the North. The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2024 - published online today at thetimes.co.uk/parentpower and as a print supplement on December 3
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Cake shop visited by people across West Yorkshire receives five-star hygiene rating
A NEW cake shop in Bradford has been awarded a five-star hygiene rating. Beth’s Bakes on Wibsey Bank opened last month and has received an immense amount of positive feedback. The shop has seen hundreds of customers come through its doors since
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Charity helping victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence launches fundraiser
A BRADFORD charity which helps victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence has launched a fundraising appeal to help it continue its vital work. Staying Put is asking people of Bradford to donate £2 to its Small Change, Big Difference Christmas
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Milestone for Bradford secondary school as it moves up from 'requires improvement'
A BRADFORD secondary school is celebrating after improving its Ofsted rating from 'requires Improvement' to 'good'. Tong Leadership Academy, on Westgate Hill Street in East Bierley, was inspected by the education watchdog on October 18 and 19.
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Head coach vacancy becomes available at Bradford Bulls Women
AN exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Head Coach of the Bradford Bulls RLFC Women’s team. The club have said: “It’s an opportunity to lead the planning, preparation and coaching of the Bradford Bulls Women’s Super League playing
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It's clear as Day that the bond remains as Campion boss remains coy on striker exit
CAMPION boss Lee Ashforth has remained coy about star striker Marcus Day’s departure, but admitted that the bond between the forward, club and coaching staff remains as strong as ever. It was confirmed last Sunday that the prolific talisman would
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Avenue book last sixteen spot with convincing victory
SOME of our local women’s football teams were involved in the West Riding County Cup, a competition for first teams. Bradford (Park Avenue) were up against Methley United (Blacks) in a Round-of-32 tie at Horsfall. Despite the visitors playing
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Bradford's new Aussie looking to make off-field impact at the Bulls
BRADFORD Bulls Foundation have announced that Bradford Bulls First Team player, Mitch Souter, will be extending his influence beyond the field by joining the Foundation in the role of Rugby League Development Officer. The 22-year-old, who only
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'He wants to throw himself into everything': Bantams update on Alex Pattison
ALEX Pattison is hoping to deliver a Christmas bonus to the Bantams with a timely return. The all-action midfielder has been out of contention since his hamstring issues flared up again two months ago. Pattison was forced off early in the defeat
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The 10 Bradford Post Offices you can send or collect your Evri parcels from today
THERE are now 10 Post Offices in Bradford where you can send or collect your Evri parcels from today. The parcel delivery firm announced at the start of November that it had entered a landmark partnership with the historic postal company and has
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Delivery service reveals important dates for parcels to be sent in time for Christmas
A DELIVERY service has revealed three important dates that parcels need to be sent off by in order for them to arrive in time for Christmas. Evri announced details today of the last dates for sending a package with the company for it to have a
