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Sadness as Bradford city centre cafe shuts after 11 years
A BRADFORD city centre cafe has shut after 11 years. Refresh, which opened on Cheapside back in 2013, closed yesterday. Bosses say the cafe and community has "held a special place in our hearts for the last 11 years". They added that it
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Why this car was seized by police on a major Bradford road
A CAR was seized in Bradford after police discovered it had no insurance. West Yorkshire Police's Operation Steerside Team made the discovery on Harrogate Road in the east of the city. The blue Dacia had not been insured since this past March
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Scarecrow festival, 1940s weekend and a June panto...local family fun
AS the summer months draw nearer, there’s plenty of fun lined up for Bradford and West Yorkshire. You’d be mad to miss out on keeping it local. If you follow my award-winning Yorkshire blog on Instagram @thelittlelifeofshazzap you’ll know that
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'It’s quite emotional for me'; Bradford head chef wins award
A HEAD chef has been praised for his "dedication and leadership" after he was named Team Member of the Year at a hotel awards ceremony. Connor Stowell collected the accolade and a £1,000 cash prize at the Cedar Court Hotels Team Awards 2024.
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Youth in court after hitting 115mph on Bradford district road
A YOUTH has been fined after hitting 115mph on a Bradford district dual carriageway. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons in relation to his age, committed two offences on Skipton Road in Keighley. He was caught speeding and
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A Drew Barrymore weepie to a Richard Gere romance...films shot in Bradford district
FILMING has been taking place in Saltaire for The Choral, a new film written by Alan Bennett. It is Bennett’s first original screen script since A Private Function, filmed in Ilkley 40 years ago. Starring Ralph Fiennes and Jim Broadbent,
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First pictures emerge of what new Broadway store will look like
THE first pictures have emerged of what a new store will look like in The Broadway. Earlier this year, HMV announced it would be moving its unit in the shopping centre from opposite the old Debenhams to next to H&M. The music and entertainment
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I visited battle site where my dad raised the victory flag 80 years ago
EIGHTY years ago my dad, Stefan Danielczuk, was in Italy as part of the contingent fighting the Nazis who were entrenched in the Abbey on Monte Cassino trying to stop the advance on Rome. They had arrived in Italy after a long, hard and convoluted
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Female suffers life-changing injuries after falling onto Bingley Bypass
A FEMALE has suffered life-changing injuries following a fall onto a major Bradford district road. Emergency services scrambled to the A650 Bingley Bypass yesterday afternoon just after 12pm. The female was taken to hospital where she continues
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'I couldn't cope with seeing a ghost': Danny Robins brings Uncanny show to Bradford
IN 2023 Danny Robins asked: Do ghosts exists? And if not, why do people see them? Then 25,000 people joined him in theatres across the UK to try and find answers - turning his show Uncanny: I Know What I Saw into the biggest ever live paranormal investigation
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Police appeal after male punched female in the face
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a male punched a female in the face. The assault occurred on Bridge Road, Sutton-in-Craven, yesterday evening at 7.30pm. Officers would like to speak to anyone who may have seen any part of the incident
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Looking back at the Woodman - a lively pub with many uses
HAVING recently looked at the Craven Heifer, my next two pieces take us further up Manchester Road to Bankfoot, where two pubs there happily still trade: the Woodman and the Red Lion. From Smiddles Lane I walked up Faxfleet Street, where some of
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Bradford teenager, 16, reported missing
A BRADFORD teenager has been reported missing. Ashley Nyathi, 16, was last seen wearing a beige jumper, black tights, blue and white Jordan trainers and a black handbag. Ashley has been missing for over 36 hours. Police say she frequents
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Reader letter: Homeless people have to stay on streets because of their pets
SIR - Last week I met a young gentleman who had a tent pitched at Wibsey Park. He was homeless but he couldn't find a place to stay as he had a dog as a pet. Unfortunately he was moved on before I could give him some old clothes and toiletries.
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Looking to change career? 8 high paying jobs with no degree requirements
Whether you're a youngster who doesn't want to go to university or an adult who wants to shake up their career, finding a job ideal for you can be tricky. Luckily, there are an abundance of online sites that promote jobs in all sorts of sectors
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Can speed cameras catch you speeding on the other side of the road?
UK speed cameras are an effective way to reduce the number of vehicle accidents and road deaths each year. The Department for Transport revealed that all speed cameras were to be painted yellow by October 2016. This should make most of them
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I ate everything from Lidl’s bakery for less than £14 - Every item ranked
Lidl is well renowned for being one of the most budget-friendly supermarkets in the UK, but there is one feature that brings in the customers. The supermarket's bakery has in some ways become an icon to the British Highstreet, once upon a time
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Piece Hall's summer of live music - here's what to expect
THERE’S less than a week to go before a spectacular summer of live music begins at the mighty Piece Hall. Preparations are underway at the historic venue ahead of Blondie hitting the stage for two headline shows. “It may look a little different
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Reader letter: This is who to blame for Post Office shambles
SIR - With 60 years of both public service and commercial experience in paint manufacturing may I be allowed to express no surprise whatsoever at the revelations made at the Post Office Inquiry? The shambolic situation most certainly should not
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Pint by the river? 5 Yorkshire Dales pubs with outside spaces worth visiting
Whatever the weather, a trip to the pub for lunch or a pint in the Yorkshire Dales is always a good idea. But when it comes to the warmer months of the year, some pubs are more tempting than others due to their scenic outdoor spaces (who doesn't
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Feeling fancy? 5 of the best places for bottomless brunch in West Yorkshire
If you’re in the mood for endless brunch (and a glass of fizz or two) with family and friends across West Yorkshire, you're in luck. Whether you have a craving for eggs Benedict alongside a passion fruit martini or a juicy burger ordered with a
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The shift from credit to debit cards among millennials
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift among millennials from using credit cards to preferring debit cards. This trend is driven by several factors, including a desire for better financial management, the avoidance of debt, and the integration
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5 of the best tattoo parlours in Bradford for when you fancy some new ink
Finding the ideal place for a new tattoo can be a difficult decision because you want to make sure they can recreate your design in the best possible way while also having good hygiene. Whether you’re wanting to get a detailed piece inked on your
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Bradford district vets issue warning over 'horrific' missing pets phone scam
A VETS based in the Bradford district has warned of a scam where people are told their missing pet has been found and money is needed for urgent treatment. Avenue Vets in Bingley issued the alert about the scam where fraudsters pose as staff from
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Rail bridge replacement scheme back on track after theft setback
A MAJOR project to replace a railway bridge is back on track after a theft threatened to derail it. Work on the bridge replacement scheme near Haworth had to be suspended after a component from a key piece of machinery was stolen. The theft
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Offices to be sold as 'one of the most exciting investment opportunities in city'
BRADFORD Council is planning to sell one of its office buildings, which it claims will be “one of the most exciting investment opportunities in the city". The closure of Margaret McMillan Tower is expected to save Bradford Council £1.1m a year
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Circus fun, shows, and 'pop-karaoke-parade-party' planned for festival in Bradford
WORLD-class performers, theatre, and a “pop-karaoke-parade-come-party” are on the line-up for BD:Festival this summer. Taking place across July 26 and 27, the festival features a raft of free and ticketed performances and events for people of all
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I tried a pop-up Afghan restaurant and was bowled over by the fried chicken
EMBSAY Village Institute was packed, the tables beautifully laid out for a feast of Afghan food. This was the sixth pop up restaurant evening at the village hall run by the Omari family, who fled Afghanistan in 2021 when the Taliban took over their
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University of Bradford graduates earn less than Yorkshire and Humber average
UNIVERSITY of Bradford graduates were earning less on average than those from other Yorkshire and Humber universities five years after graduation, new figures show. Department for Education statistics have revealed first degree graduates from the
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I visited a long-standing Bradford market and left feeling sad
THE Oastler Shopping Centre, formerly known as the John Street Market, has stood proud in Bradford city centre for almost a century. Despite being tinged with a slight bit of sadness, many understood that its demolition for the City Village was
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Recently formed women's football club gets major boost with ground confirmation
THE recently formed Bingley Belles FC are putting final touches to their project. A trio of former Bradford City and Park Avenue coaches - Stephen Rushforth, Anthony Joyce and Marcus Matthew – established the club in January with a long-term view
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'I need 17 warriors': O'Carroll urges Bulls to show worth against 'quality' Barrow
EAMON O’Carroll has urged his side to show their worth against a “quality” Barrow Raiders side on Sunday. The Bulls are coming off the back of a defeat at Batley last time out, while the Cumbrian outfit defeated Featherstone Rovers. Looking
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Why Bradford City hope to see more of Jamie Walker next season
CITY are looking to come up with an action plan to see more of Jamie Walker next season. Graham Alexander views the Scot as a key figure in their plans after the club triggered a year’s extension in his current deal. Walker finished the last