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Bantams boss only focusing on next match - not "ridiculous" play-off picture
CITY moved within two points of the play-offs with a third win on the bounce. But Graham Alexander was not thinking about the picture above them in an increasingly-tight League Two table. Calum Kavanagh scored the only goal to see off basement
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Cordon remains in place as West Yorkshire Police investigate 'weapons incident'
A major police investigation is continuing in Last of the Summer Wine country - with a police cordon remaining in place into Sunday. West Yorkshire Police have remained tight-lipped on the nature of the incident, but officers have set up a large
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'She was my baby sister and her death ripped our hearts apart'
"OUR lives will never be the same again, however we might help someone else." Those are the heart-wrenching words of a woman who lost her sister to a stroke. Lisa Allen, from Keighley, a single mum to two children, was just 38 when she died
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LIVE BLOG: Bradford City 1 Sutton United 0
5:02pm CITY made it three straight wins as Calum Kavanagh scored again to beat Sutton. It was a slog of a game in
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Woman who was last seen in November 2023 found 'safe and well'
A MISSING woman who was last seen in November 2023 has been found "safe and well". West Yorkshire Police first released an appeal to find Monica Rodrigues last Thursday and then released a CCTV image of her on Saturday. But the force said today
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Police release statement after six-vehicle smash at busy junction
SIX vehicles, including two motorbikes, were involved in a major crash at a busy junction yesterday (Friday). Emergency services, including multiple police vehicles and ambulance service resources, responded to the crash scene which occurred just
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Walks: Long Preston to Malham - 'rarely visited and ripe for exploring'
THE lands above the village are perfect, great to look at, but in addition, challenging to follow the footpaths. This is because the area from Long Preston towards Malham is rarely visited by the walker and therefore ripe for exploring. It is why
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Bradford city centre building re-opens as office space after £2 million refurb
THE future is looking bright for a Bradford city centre office building. The Latitude Building, at 1 The Interchange, on Nelson Street, re-opened in December after being closed since 2019. After Leeds-based businessman Harry Sekhon of Madison
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Which celeb was refused at Rick Stein's restaurant? Chef reveals all in stage show
WITH more than 25 cookery books, 30 TV shows, including 12 cookery series, 10 restaurants and several hotels, Rick Stein is one of the country’s best-known and loved chefs. Now the chef, restauranteur, writer and presenter is bringing his one-man
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Driver clocked travelling at 50mph in 30mph zone in road traffic operation
ONE driver was clocked at travelling at 50mph in a 30mph speed zone by a police patrol this week. Police officers from the Leeds North West Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out Operation SPARC, a road traffic operation designed at tackling '
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James Herriot's bus prompts memories of Bradford's haulage past
I HAVE been watching the TV show All Creatures Great and Small, I think I am up to Series 4. The setting is 1939-1940, the war has begun and James Herriot has been called up. Talk about a touch of old times. He is leaving the village and as the
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One week warning to all Tesco Clubcard shoppers
Tesco shoppers will be able to claim double Clubcard points on their shops for the next week. Until February 25, Tesco Clubcard shoppers will earn double points every time they shop. This is the first time the supermarket has offered a double
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5 things you can change in a rental property - without losing your deposit
These are five things you can change in a rental property that won't risk you losing your deposit. Most landlords don't allow tenants to make any permanent changes to the property which means that you’re very limited on what you can do to make
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The ugliest dog breeds in the world revealed - do you agree?
The top ten ugliest dog breeds in the world have been revealed, according to new research. We all think our furry friends are adorable but sometimes ( sadly) the rest of the world doesn't agree. The new ranking combines analysis using the golden
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All you need to know on the 2024 Baftas including when it is on TV
The 2024 British Academy Film Awards (also known as the Baftas) are set to take place soon, with the ceremony honouring the best of cinema from 2023. Various films, directors, actors, editors, composers and production staff are up for awards in
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Driving offences that could land you the most points on your licence revealed
The driving offences that could lead to the most penalty points on your licence have been revealed. More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of
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This DIY mistake could ruin your home as Brits issued warning by home experts
Homebase has warned Brits that making this DIY mistake could ruin their home. Mould in the home is a headache any time of the year but since it often occurs because of condensation, it can become a real problem in the Autumn and Winter months.
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Rare chance to see folk star’s MS charity gig at Bradford's Topic Club
THERE’S a rare chance to see a popular folk act, when Tom Bliss heads to Bradford’s Topic Folk Club on Thursday, February 22. Says Tony Charnock at the Topic: “This is going to be something of a special night. Tom Bliss was well-known and liked
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Inside traditional pub where you 'come as a stranger and leave as a friend'
BACK in the early 19th century weary travellers would stop for refreshment at an inn on the main road into Skipton. That hostelry was The Albion, one of the first purpose-built pubs in town. “It predates 1852 and was the first travellers’ rest
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Handcrafted gifts, art, and indie businesses coming to artisan market in Haworth
AN artisan market with stalls from artists, designers, and crafters is returning to Haworth this March. The Makers’ Market will be held in the Old School Room, between the Bronte Parsonage and St Michael & All Angels Church. The free event
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From Traitors to One Day...TV is a minefield of spoiler alerts
ONE of my favourite scenes in Friends is when Rachel challenges Joey to read a book of her choice - Little Women. Later, during a squabble, Rachel turns on Joey, who has become engrossed in the novel, and tells him: “Beth dies.” Joey is bereft.
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City fan Duncan's memories of football trips that we can all relate to
ONE win, two draws, 11 defeats – and that was in a year when City would win promotion! Duncan Yellen and his mate Pat felt like a jinx when they went to games in the 1995/1996 season. But that never put them off and neither did bumping into
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Man due to appear in court charged with murder of 44-year-old woman
A WOMAN found dead at a property on Monday (February 12) has been named as 44-year-old Sam Varley from Leeds. A man has now been charged with her murder. Warren Spence, 54, of no fixed abode, is due to appear at Leeds Magistrates Court today
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Why this drag star loves Wicked Witch role in The Wizard of Oz at Alhambra
The Wicked Witch of the West will forever be one of the great villains of cinema - terrifying those who watching The Wizard of Oz. To The Vivienne, she’s a “glamorous, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford-esque kind of character”. “She’s fabulous, a
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'It's what the village is crying out for': Pub will open as 'true local' after revamp
WORK gets underway next week on a £230,000 refurbishment of a Drighlington pub. The Malt Shovel is temporary closed while the revamp, by Heineken-owned Star Pubs & Bars, takes place. The pub will reopen under new management at the end of March
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Bradford production company behind new film with gender reveal party twist
A Bradford production company has told the story of a gender reveal party with a twist in a new film. Northern Fortress Films hopped over the Pennines to film Surprise, Baby! in Manchester. The film was written by Zane Igbe, the black trans-masculine
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West Yorkshire Police given over £2million to tackle anti-social behaviour
WEST Yorkshire Police is to receive nearly £2.5million to ramp up patrols in areas plagued by anti-social behaviour. The Home Office announced this week that every police force in England and Wales is being handed a share of £66m to tackle the
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Interactive mystery show for children coming to Bradford libraries this Easter
An interactive mystery show for children is coming to libraries across Bradford this Easter. Leeds Opera Festival has announced the tour of its new immersive experience, The Book of Eternity. The story is written by leading children’s mystery
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Resident hits out at Rooley Avenue traffic issues as roadworks get underway
A LOCAL resident has hit out about a number of traffic issues on Rooley Avenue in Bradford after electrics roadworks started about a week ago. Blue barriers have been put up on Rooley Avenue as a programme of electrical work by Northern Powergrid
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Stay away warning and jab plea as Bradford hospital deals with flu cases
PEOPLE have been urged to stay away from hospital if they have flu-like symptoms. The Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which Bradford Royal Infirmary comes under, has asked people not to attend A&E with symptoms - unless they
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The Bradford community centre helping women find people and purpose
A COMMUNITY centre is giving Bradford families the chance to thrive and see their lives in a different way - no matter their age, background or circumstances. Bangladeshi Youth Organisation (BYO) has been at the heart of life in Manningham for
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Late despair for Bulldogs as they look to bounce back this weekend
BRADFORD BULLDOGS came close to moving up in the world but were to be denied by the narrowest of margins when they lost 8-7 at NIHL North Two rivals Altrincham Aces. A win for the visitors would have lifted them above their hosts in the regular
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How Wetherspoon pubs in and around Bradford are rated, according to reviews
WETHERSPOON pubs can be found across the Bradford district and beyond. The pubs - often in historic buildings - remain a popular choice for many. We've looked at the Google review ratings - which give a score out of five - of 10 Wetherspoon
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Preston not getting drawn into Avenue hype as he calls for cool heads
INFORM Bradford (Park Avenue) striker Jordan Preston isn’t getting too carried away with his side’s return to form. After enduring an eight-game losing streak, the Horsfall side have picked up two consecutive league victories on the road against
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Bulls reveal new vice presidents package and confirm first vice president
BRADFORD Bulls has released its brand-new Vice Presidents Package. The club are offering fans and sponsors the fantastic, mutually beneficial opportunity to become one of their 17 exclusive 2024 Vice Presidents. Via their social media, they
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ANGLING LINES: Bainbridge blows competition away in Moor Monkton Pools match
HERE are this week’s angling lines: Leeds & District A.S.A The result of the last match at Moor Monkton Pools saw an emphatic victory for T. Bainbridge with 77lb 11oz. R. Walker came second with 37lb 14oz, but only just. Coming home
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NATH'S NATTERS: Bulls chief dives into details over all things first team
IN a 40-minute sit-down interview with the T&A a couple of weeks ago in his office at Odsal, Jason Hirst talked all things Bradford Bulls in his role as the club’s CEO. Part one of our discussion surrounded the club’s finances and was published
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Platt feels Bantams fortunes on the up again after wonder strike
THE interrogation from his City team-mates in the dressing room ended in a history lesson. Matty Platt had to rack his brains to come up with a contender anywhere near his thunderous strike against MK Dons. “It was not in a professional game