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Bradford man on living through 'eye-opening' experience of homelessness
A Bradford man has spoken about the difficulties of being homeless as he gets ready to ‘busk for beds’. Guitarist Anthony Sykes’ eyes were opened to the reality of life on the streets last year. From relying on food banks to seeing adults
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Joseph saves Leeds at Easter but draw allows Ipswich to hit summit
Substitute Mateo Joseph netted a late equaliser to earn Leeds a 2-2 draw at Watford - but that was not enough to lift his side back to the top of the Championship table. Mid-table Watford led twice before half-time thanks to goals from Vakoun Bayo
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How to recycle your disposable vape correctly amid incoming UK bans
With disposable vapes being so popular in the UK, many have raised concerns about their environmental impact. This comes as governments across the UK push ahead with plans to implement bans on these items due to worries around their appeal to young
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Avenue gutted as two-goal lead slips away on dire day in relegation scrap
ON such fine margins, seasons and situations can turn. If the scores had remained as they were at half-time yesterday, Bradford (Park Avenue) would only be sat in the relegation zone of the Northern Premier League Premier Division today on goal
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These dog-friendly Easter eggs made my pet’s year (she even went on an egg hunt)
I’m embarrassed to say I treat my dog as a human, from toys (including a ball pool thanks to the TikTok algorithm), to outdoor coats and food – I give her almost everything a child owns but in the most pet-friendly form. Is it because she is my
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Under-pressure Grimsby need to find ruthless edge for Bantams clash
GRIMSBY are still looking nervously over their shoulders in the relegation scrap. Sutton’s win at Salford on Good Friday cut their advantage on second from bottom to just three points after the Mariners lost 3-1 at Barrow. They still have two
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All you need to know on how to renew a child passport in the UK
If you are planning to head abroad for a family holiday this year making sure your child's passport is in-date is crucial. A child will need a specific 'child's passport' until they are 16 years of age, and they last for five years. Therefore
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Show insider shares the most outrageous guest demands on The Graham Norton Show
Over the programme's nearly two decades on the air, hundreds of guests have been interviewed on The Graham Norton Show. The talkshow first started in 2007 and was only set to last for 13 episodes but because of its popularity, its run was routinely
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ASDA issues food recall for cheese after possible Listeria contamination
ASDA has issued an urgent food recall for its Extra Special Taleggio cheese because of a possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Discussing the warning and risk to consumers, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: "ASDA are taking the precautionary
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Do you keep putting things off? Here's how procrastination can affect wellbeing
I WAS having a conversation with someone recently, who asked if I would explain what procrastination is. Put simply, it is when we continually delay or postpone the things we have to do, repeatedly putting things off. It is a common phenomenon
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The special meaning behind Easter Lilies on display at Bradford's historic cathedral
A beautiful arrangement of Easter Lilies is honouring the lives of much missed loved ones at Bradford Cathedral. Blossoming in the cathedral's Sanctuary, the sight of Easter Lilies has become an annual tradition in the historic building.
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Yorkshire rat catcher says he gets hundreds of death threats because of his job
A rat catcher claims he's received hundreds of death threats and hate comments - because of his job. Kieran Sampler, 29, founded a Facebook page called Yorkshire Rat Pack where he shares jobs and supports other rat catchers. But since he started
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Family business that made flags for King's Coronation celebrates 60th anniversary
NEXT week four generations of family business Wyedean Weaving will gather to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the military accoutrement manufacturer. Invited guests will visit Haworth-based Wyedean Weaving to see the business finalise intricate
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Poor body image can affect children for life, warns NSPCC
SPRING is finally here and as we step into a warmer season it is common for social media and magazines to be flooded with images, videos and articles about getting ‘beach ready’. For many people, especially young people going through puberty, this
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Police called to reports of late night 'disturbance' in part of Bradford
Police were called to a report of a disturbance in part of Bradford on Saturday night. West Yorkshire Police received a late night call out to Great Horton Road at about 11.25pm. It appeared two people had been assaulted, a police spokesperson
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Free online NHS support can help you live well with type 2 diabetes
The NHS offers free support for adults living with type 2 diabetes through an online programme called Healthy Living. If you care for someone living with type 2 diabetes, you can sign up too. It is aimed at helping you learn more about type 2 diabetes
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5 of the best garden centres to visit in West Yorkshire this spring and summer
The time of year has come when we dust the cobwebs off the greenhouse, start trimming back the dead heads in the garden and plan what summer blooms we want to add to the soil beds. For those who enjoy gardening, you might have even started sewing
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Here are 7 of the best places for a perfect Sunday lunch in the Bradford district
Whether it's a catch-up with friends or for a special occasion including birthdays, going for a Sunday lunch across the Bradford district is just one way to spend some time with loved ones. After all, there's nothing much better than good food
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'It'll leave a smile on your face': We test venison, mushroom and red wine pie
CRAVEN butchers Drake and Macefield's venison, mushroom and red wine pie was a runner-up at the recent British Pie Awards. Up against the best in the country, the pie won a bronze in the game pie section at the contest held - where else - at Melton
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Award-winning Bradford hairdressers to celebrate 10th anniversary next week
AN award-winning Bradford hairdressers which has "tripled in size" is celebrating a special anniversary this year. Funky and Fresh has been at its current location on The Green, Idle, since April 1, 2014. A lot has happened in a decade, including
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The memory of a 'funny, cheeky and very loved' young man lives on
THE legacy of a much-loved teenager who died after a car crash at the end of last year is living on. Toby Crowther Barraclough, 18, was taken to hospital and sadly passed away on November 12 - nearly a month after the car he was a passenger in
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Choir donates almost 500 Easter eggs to make families smile
Almost 500 Easter eggs have been distributed to 10 different charities thanks to a Bradford choir. The All Together Now Choir received a whopping 491 Easter egg donations. Every egg will be enjoyed by users at children's charities across the
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Two more Bradford primaries to adopt 'school streets' scheme
TWO more schools in the Bradford district will launch “School Streets” schemes designed to improve safety, as well as reduce traffic congestion and air pollution outside the schools. The latest schools to adopt a School Street are The Academy at
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Debate over proposed £12 million link road
A council’s proposals for a £12.2 million “key” link road and related compulsory purchase powers, linked to a proposed business park, have come under fire. Earlier this month, Calderdale Council Cabinet councillors approved “in principle” using
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Head of grounds at Yorkshire lifting colleague in mental health struggles
RICHARD Robinson’s first year as head of grounds at Yorkshire County Cricket Club has had benefits both on and off the field for his team. The relaxed atmosphere that the Keighley native has engendered, which should not be mistaken for casualness
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“It was music to my ears because I think he does care about the team and the club"
STEFAN Rupp’s public pledge of support was “music to the ears” of City boss Graham Alexander. He welcomed the clarity from the owner’s open letter after meeting him recently for the first time. Rupp broke his silence after mounting pressure