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Camera that detects motorists using mobile phones being trialled in the North
A TRIAL of new mobile technology which can automatically detect motorists who are not wearing a seatbelt or using mobile phones while driving is being extended in areas across the North. National Highways has said that ten police forces, including
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Reader letter: 'What a pathetic response to loss of M&S'
SIR - The impending loss of Marks & Spencer is a devastating blow to Bradford city centre, and as MP Philip Davies says, "a vote of no confidence" in the city (T&A, February 22). If that branch of M&S had been a successful and profitable
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Row over woman led to two men being stabbed to death in street, court told
A man stabbed three people – killing two – after getting angry that a love interest had chosen one of them over him, prosecutors have told a jury. Rashane Douglas, 19, stabbed Haidar Shah, 19; Joshua Clark, 21; and Brandon Coupe, 18; in the chest
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Child rapist given 18-year sentence at Bradford Crown Court
A CHILD rapist has been jailed for 18 years at Bradford Crown Court. Sean Dooley, 57, of Shirley Manor Gardens, Wyke, sexually abused his victim, and raped her twice. Dooley was convicted on November 23 last year following a nine-day trial.
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Cougars exit Challenge Cup as ruthless Fev run in ten tries
Featherstone Rovers booked their place in the fifth round of the Challenge Cup with a dominant 10-try victory over Keighley Cougars. A Connor Jones hat-trick was the pick of the bunch, but braces from Manoa Wacokecoke and Danny Addy also played
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Missing woman found safe and well, police confirm
MISSING woman Anastacia Cacciattolo has been found safe and well, police have confirmed. The 27-year-old, of Leeds, was originally reported missing on February 18. A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said this morning: "Anastacia Cacciattolo
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Popular comedy Yes, Prime Minister to be performed in district
A COMEDY adapted from a classic TV series is taking centre stage in Keighley. Yes, Prime Minister is the latest production from the town's playhouse. Acclaimed as "hilarious and insightful", the play – directed by Robin Martin – will be performed
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Police brand petrol station fire extinguisher thefts as 'extremely dangerous'
POLICE have branded a recent spate of fire extinguisher thefts from petrol stations as "extremely dangerous" and say it could "put people's lives at risk". The fire extinguisher thefts have taken place in the Batley and Spen Neighbourhood policing
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Traffic disruption enters third week in Odsal area of Bradford
ROAD disruption in the Odsal area of Bradford is continuing into its third week. Lane closures on several roads approaching Odsal Top roundabout are continuing to cause traffic tailbacks, particularly on Rooley Avenue. A programme of electrical
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From a roundabout to a 'super crossing': How Jacobs Well looks now
THIS aerial shot of Jacobs Well shows the huge transformation it has undergone. The roundabout, which had subways underneath and had been a fixture in the city for decades, has been filled in to create a new ‘super crossing’. The work
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Person taken to hospital after car collides with railings on major Bradford road
A CAR has collided with railings near a set of traffic lights on a major Bradford road. The collision has taken place on Manchester Road, not far from Richard Dunn Sports Centre. Police were called to the scene as the white car had sustained
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Late Leeds rally sees Foxes throw away lead at Elland Road
Leeds struck three late goals at a bouncing Elland Road to beat Leicester 3-1 and throw the Sky Bet Championship title race wide open. Leicester appeared to be tightening their grip on top spot after Wout Faes' first-half header, but Leeds hit
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REPORT: Clinical Marine thrash Avenue to end three-game unbeaten run
BRADFORD (Park Avenue)'s three-game unbeaten run came to a crashing end on Saturday as promotion hopefuls Marine put on a strong attacking display to win 4-0 on Merseyside. Two goals in either half was enough for the hosts to come away with all
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Man charged in connection with town centre shooting incident
A MAN has been charged in connection with a shooting incident in a West Yorkshire town. Cole Brooke, 20, of Manor Street, Huddersfield, has been charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life following the incident which took
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Man tried to evade arrest by driving away in car with frozen windscreen
POLICE have arrested a man on suspicion of drug offences in Bradford - after he tried to escape officers by driving away in a car with a frozen windscreen. Officers said they arrested the man and another male over the weekend as part of an ongoing
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Watchdog to investigate if police 'missed opportunities' with woman now in care
The police watchdog has launched an investigation into contact West Yorkshire Police (WYP) had with a woman, just weeks before she suffered life-changing injuries. Ambreen Fatima Sheikh was 30 when she was given the anti-diabetes drug glimepiride
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Conservatives reveal who will vie to be West Yorkshire mayor in next election
THE Conservative candidate for West Yorkshire’s mayoral elections in May has been chosen. Arnold Craven, who works in the energy sector, was selected by party members across the region. He has worked on key investments across West Yorkshire
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RECAP: Man goes on trial accused of murdering Joshua Clark and Haidar Shah
10:45am If you want to check out the second day's proceedings (Tuesday, February 27) click here...
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Derbyshire has new role to play passing on tips to Bradford City frontmen
MATT Derbyshire can have an impact on helping City score more goals during the run-in. Graham Alexander sees the veteran striker as an important asset to increase their attacking threat – as a coach. The 37-year-old has hardly featured this
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Everything you need to know about Ramadan: When is it and why it's celebrated
Every year millions around the world take part in Ramadan as part of a month-long event. Ahead of the start of the event in the Muslim calendar, we thought we'd break down some common questions. From what Ramadan is, when it is taking place
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Woman taken to hospital after street fight in early hours of morning
A WOMAN was taken to hospital after a street fight in the early hours of yesterday morning. Police attended Silver Street, Halifax, after receiving reports about a fight outside a bar shortly after 5.45am. A 23-year-old woman was taken to
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Delight as future of popular museum is secured
A POPULAR museum's future has been secured. Keighley Bus Museum Trust was given notice in 2021 that it would have to vacate its Riverside base. The hammer-blow threw the attraction's existence into jeopardy. But today, the trust confirmed
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Brewery celebrates 'incredible journey' involving 365 different beers and 17.4m pints
THE multi-award winning Ilkley Brewery, famous for its Mary Jane session pale ale, will celebrate its latest milestone on March 1 - its 15th anniversary. From humble beginnings, Ilkley Brewery is now an established brand showcasing the best of
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Drug driver caught by police after failing to slow down in 30mph zone
A 22-year-old driver who was stopped by police because he failed to slow down in a 30mph limit was over the drug limit. Tommi Oddie was stopped by police as he drove a Ford Fiesta in Broughton Road, Skipton, at 4.10pm on August 26, last year, heard
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Latest from police after disturbance outside Leeds Road takeaway
POLICE have said investigations are ongoing after a large disturbance arose from a pro-Palestine protest outside a Bradford takeaway. Officers attended Salah's - which is located next to Downham Street on Leeds Road - after receiving reports of
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'Fantastic venture' gives Co-op store an extra dimension
A MINI library is being launched in a Co-op store in the district. The free, children's library is being sited in the retailer's outlet at Broomhill Avenue, Keighley. Youngsters will be able to choose from a bookcase full of different titles
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Man who called 999 while drunk and claimed 'someone had been shot' is sentenced
A MAN who phoned 999 while drunk falsely claiming someone had been shot has been sentenced. Thomas Lund, 30, who had drunk 10 pints of beer and a bottle of spirits, sparked off a huge emergency response involving 28 police and medical personnel
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Looking back: friends set up shop for a worthwhile cause
HOW'S this for an uplifting picture to bring some cheer to Monday morning? A group of friends from Little Horton raised money for the Pakistan Floods Appeal in 2010 by collecting donations of clothing and selling them.The Disasters Emergency Committee
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Police release update after man's body found in burnt-out car
POLICE have confirmed the death of a man - whose body was found in a burnt-out car in Bradford a week ago - is not being treated as suspicious. The charred remains of the car were found on Long Lane - a quiet semi-rural road between Heaton and
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Person rescued from car after crash near main road
FIREFIGHTERS rescued a person from their car after a crash near a main road last night. Emergency services were called to Industrial Street, off Halifax Road, Liversedge, shortly before 7pm. The collision involved two cars. One person was
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Drivers warned of long delays on motorway after vehicle breaks down
DRIVERS were warned of long delays on the M62 this morning after a vehicle broke down. The congestion was on the eastbound stretch of the motorway between junction 26, for Chain Bar roundabout, and junction 27, for Gildersome. Traffic stretched
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Liverpool's young stars go from Valley Parade to Wembley
THREE young players from Liverpool’s Carabao Cup winners may have looked familiar to Bantams fans. James McConnell, Lewis Koumas and Trey Nyoni were all part of Jurgen Klopp’s youthful squad that beat Chelsea in extra-time in yesterday’s final
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Suspected drink-driver arrested after car seen 'going wrong way'
POLICE have caught an alleged drink-driver who reportedly drove the wrong way onto a Bradford road - then reversed on to a main route and crashed into a parked car. Officers from West Yorkshire Police's Steerside Enforcement Team have shared details
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Plot holders hit out at 'ridiculous' increase in Bradford allotment fees
PEOPLE in Bradford have hit out at the Council over a "ridiculous" rise in the costs of renting an allotment. Bradford Council revealed the new charge following a review into allotment rental charges for 2024/25, with the bill set to almost double
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Retirement flats development could get £340,000 of public funding
RETIREMENT flats giant McCarthy Stone will be given more than £340,000 of public money to help it develop a Bradford site. The company was granted planning permission for the development of 51 senior living apartments on a former industrial site
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Plan to convert pub to shops and homes re-submitted after being refused last month
PLANS to redevelop a pub site in Heaton have been re-submitted, just weeks after a planning panel refused a similar application. The proposals for the former Hare and Hounds on Toller Lane would have seen the pub’s ground floor converted into three
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Addict who fled to Pakistan to avoid jail is locked up again for dealing drugs
An addict who was locked up for dealing drugs after he went on the run to Pakistan for NINE years, has been jailed again…for dealing drugs. Mohammed Anwar fled to Pakistan around 2001 after being caught dealing drugs in Bradford. Nine years
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Leeds Bradford Airport remind passengers of important security information
LEEDS Bradford Airport (LBA) has told passengers to adhere to the existing rules as they install advanced scanners. The airport, based in Yeadon, announced it would be upgrading its security infrastructure last November. The upgrades mean passengers
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Piece Hall gig will bring 'Ibiza anthems, good vibes and hands-in-the-air moments'
ANOTHER act has been announced to perform at Halifax's Piece Hall this summer. Ministry of Sound's Ibiza Anthems with Ellie Sax and Friends will once again headline the iconic Halifax venue on Saturday, July 27. It comes after both Ministry
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O'Carroll: Bulls got fundamentals wrong in Challenge Cup defeat
BRADFORD Bulls coach Eamon O’Carroll admitted that his team got the fundamentals wrong in their 26-12 Betfred Challenge Cup defeat to Widnes Vikings at Odsal yesterday. After their first competitive defeat under O’Carroll, he confessed that they
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Sympathy for City fans but no action expected over late postponement
PETE Wild has apologised to City fans – but expects nothing to be done about Saturday’s late postponement. Barrow are lodging an official complaint after referee Tom Nield ruled the game could not go ahead just over an hour before kick-off.