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Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies after hotel balcony plunge
Former One Direction star Liam Payne has died at the age of 31, according to local reports. Payne is reported to have died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, local officials said, according to the Associated
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Rising glam rock star Bobbie Dazzle to perform at Bradford venue
RISING act Bobbie Dazzle will bring glam rock-inspired music to Bradford’s Nightrain music venue in March. Fronted by Siân Greenway, Bobbie Dazzle adds a modern twist to the glam rock style made famous by bands like Sweet and T Rex. Music from
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Bulls freshen up halves by signing Meadows after season in Super League
Bradford Bulls have announced the long-anticipated signing of James Meadows from London Broncos on a two-year deal. The 25-year-old made his debut for the Broncos in 2018 and joins the Bulls after his third and most recent spell in the capital,
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Dramatic drone picture shows flooding at Chain Bar roundabout
A DRAMATIC drone picture has emerged showing flooding at a major roundabout on the edge of Bradford. The flooding at Chain Bar roundabout was caused by a burst water main and led to lane closures. The inside lane of the roundabout remains
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Police recover Land Rover Discovery stolen in Hanoi burglary
POLICE have recovered a stolen Land Rover Discovery and informed its rightful owner. Officers from Shipley Neighbourhood Policing Team found the vehicle in the Windhill area in the early hours of this morning. A spokesperson from West Yorkshire
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University of Bradford library's new study space opens after £1.6m revamp
THE University of Bradford library's new study space has officially opened following a £1.6 million makeover. The Study Hub, located in the lower ground floor of the JB Priestley Library, has undergone a re-fit to expand and transform the group
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Burst water main leads to flooding at Chain Bar roundabout
THE inside lane at Chain Bar roundabout remains closed due to a burst water main. The burst, which was first reported just after 2.30pm, caused flooding at the roundabout on the edge of Bradford - leading to lane closures. Teams have been
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Two men wanted by police over fraud and vehicle thefts are found and arrested
TWO men who were wanted by police have now been arrested. Earlier this week, North Yorkshire Police issued two separate appeals to find the men, who were wanted in connection with fraud and theft from vehicles. Both men had connections to
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Now that's what I call nostalgia! Alhambra audience on feet for Eighties show
IF you met your 18-year-old self, what would you say to them? Gemma should tell herself not to marry that awful Yuppie who bowled her over with his shiny suit and briefcase. April might say that slogging away as a jobbing actor would eventually pay
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Illness issues hit Bantams preparations ahead of Gills game
CITY are battling illness with several players affected ahead of Saturday’s home clash with Gillingham. Neill Byrne is back in training after missing the win at Tranmere with a sickness bug. But Graham Alexander revealed that others in the
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Coroners' officers appeal to trace man's relatives after his death earlier this week
CORONERS' officers are appealing for information to help trace the relatives of a Bradford man who has died. Jerzy Rawicki, 55, originally from Poland, died on Monday. A public appeal was today issued via West Yorkshire Police in a bid to find
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Funeral date and time for much-loved Bradford restaurateur announced
THE funeral date and time for a much-loved Bradford restaurateur has been announced. News of Akbar's founder Shabir Hussain's sad passing at the age of 56 has saddened many. Tributes have been flooding in, with Mr Hussain's death described
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Police seize car after spotting it overtaking on major road
POLICE have seized a car in Bradford as the driver was found to be uninsured and disqualified from getting behind the wheel. Officers from West Yorkshire Police's Steerside Enforcement Team said they saw the Renault overtaking on Leeds Road.
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Big changes ahead for world's earliest cast iron bridge still in-situ over railway
MAJOR changes will have to be made to the earliest cast iron bridge in the world still in-situ over an operational railway. The works are necessary as part of the huge Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), which is set to bring electrification to a
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Another arrest made following shooting incident in Bradford
ANOTHER arrest has been made following a shooting incident in Bradford. Officers were called to Smith Avenue in Wibsey just after midday on Saturday. Damage was caused to a door and window of the property. No one was injured, West Yorkshire
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Yellow weather warning issued for parts of Bradford district
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for parts of the Bradford district. The warning, which covers areas such as Bingley and Ilkley, began at 12pm today and is in place until midnight. The Met Office says "spells of heavy rain on Wednesday
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'He had the golden touch': Tributes flood in for Akbar's founder
TRIBUTES have been flooding in following the death of Akbar's founder Shabir Hussain. On Wednesday morning, it was announced Mr Hussain, chairman and CEO of Akbar's, had sadly passed away at the age of 56. The chain began in 1995 with just
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Assisted dying bill would have ‘clear criteria’ - Kim Leadbeater MP
A potential assisted dying law for England and Wales would have “clear criteria, safeguards and protections”, the MP behind a new Bill has insisted in the face of concerns about a so-called “slippery slope” to take in people who are at risk of feeling
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New elective care hub now open at Wharfedale Hospital in Otley
A NEW £12million unit at Wharfedale Hospital which includes operating theatres and wards is now open, reducing the time patients wait for surgery and providing protected space for planned operations to take place. The Elective Care Hub at the hospital
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This attraction brings millions of visitors to the Bradford district
In 2011 KEIGHLEY and Worth Valley Railway re-enacted it's opening service to Oxenhope using the same engine and some of the same crew members. Here, in this picture taken by Telegraph & Argus photographer Mike Simmonds, crews prepare the engines for
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Police officer charged with harassment against female victim
A WEST Yorkshire Police officer has been charged with a harassment offence against a female victim. PC Raza Mahmood, 32, has been charged with an incident of harassment in April this year in Halifax. He was off duty at the time, a spokesperson
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Keeping on track: the timeless allure of model railways
MODEL trains have an enduring appeal. From child to adult, miniature trains bring joy and fascination - even more so when they form part of a model railway. Here we look at some of the displays that have brought pleasure to people across the district
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Bradford Salem lose for first time in a year as Bees destroyed by Dinnington
Bradford Salem suffered their first defeat in a year on Saturday, as they lost 22-14 at fellow Regional Two North East high-flyers Old Brodleians. After being beaten at Hullensians on October 21, 2023 in Counties One Yorkshire, Salem embarked on
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Five people - including two children - die in tragic M6 crash
Five people have died and a child remains in hospital with 'serious injuries' following a crash on the M6 near Tebay. The M6 was closed for more than 12 hours as officers conducted a collision investigation. Officers were called to the incident
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Majority of parents not deterred by fines for term-time family holidays – survey
THE majority of parents say fines for unauthorised absences would not deter them from taking their children out of school for a holiday, a survey has found. Half of parents are opposed to the policy in England where fines are considered if a child
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Avenue keep up unbeaten run but blow host of chances in draw with Carlton
BRADFORD (Park Avenue)’s four-game winning run came to an end in the Northern Premier League East Division last night, as they were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw at home to Carlton Town. Dan Francis put the hosts ahead early on at Horsfall, only
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Menopause stigma is preventing women from seeking help, says therapist
OCTOBER is always a busy month on the mental health and wellbeing calendar. This week, Friday, October 18, is World Menopause Day. I like to cover it each year, in the hope that I can do my bit to raise awareness about the physical, emotional, and
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How much state pensions are set to rise in April as Government 'face £100m bill'
Pensions are set to rise in April next year as the Government is facing an extra £100 million bill following revised figures published on Tuesday, a former pensions minister has said. Under the triple lock guarantee, the state pension increases
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Could Harrogate horrors be launchpad for City once again?
HARROGATE was a turning point for City last season – is lightning about to strike twice? The 3-0 horror show at Wetherby Road in March was the rock-bottom moment after a run of four defeats in a dozen dismal days. Graham Alexander drew a line
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Founder of Bradford-born restaurant chain Akbar's dies aged 56
THE founder of a huge Bradford-born Indian restaurant chain has died. Muslim bereavement service, Janaza Announcements, said this morning Shabir Hussain, chairman and CEO of Akbar's, has passed away at the age of 56. The restaurant first opened
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The Great Escape (from broadband crimes)
The downside to a broadband contract is that it’s binding. This isn’t a problem if you’re happy with your service, but if you’re fed up and waiting to get out, this can be incredibly frustrating. It becomes a waiting game that seems to drag on
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Malpractice wins Best Drama at annual RTS Yorkshire Centre awards
An awards event hosted by the Royal Television Society's Yorkshire Centre on Friday (October 11) saw recognition of the likes of Leeds production company, ClockWork Films, and Yorkshire-based writer, Gwyneth Hughes. Held at Headingley Stadium and
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Inaugural British Asian Rugby Awards to take place in Speaker's House
Bradford resident and founder of the Bradford-based British Asian Rugby Association (BARA), Dr Ikram Butt, has shared his thoughts in advance of the first ever British Asian Rugby Awards - set to take place in the iconic venue of Speaker's House, within
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Heckmondwike care home to host coffee and cake open day
A care home is inviting the community to partake of coffee and cakes during an open day. Spen Court, in Heckmondwike, will host the open day on Saturday, November 9 between 10am and 4pm. Attendees will get the chance to meet the team, take
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Paring back in Pudsey as Yorkshire Water tends to overgrown gardens
Representatives of Yorkshire Water and Kier Group joined Councillor Trish Smith, who represents the Pudsey ward at Leeds City Council, to tend to overgrown gardens in Pudsey recently. The initiative was part of Yorkshire Water's project to improve
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Parents in ‘desperation’ after children become ‘trapped’ by County Lines gangs
PARENTS are in ‘desperation’ after seeing their children become ‘trapped’ by exploitative County Lines gangs, according to an award-winning author. Christina Gabbitas has been helping West Yorkshire Police convey a stark message to schoolchildren
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Man forged documents and bank statements to avoid driving offence
A MAN who forged documents and bank statements to avoid an offence of careless driving has been jailed for perverting the course of justice. Mikael Khan was said to have been “brazen and repeated” in his attempts to avoid prosecution, which involved
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Family rocked by life-changing diagnosis unveil dream home on Grand Designs
A family who wanted to redefine what it means to live in wheelchair accessible housing has appeared on Channel 4's Grand Designs. Set against a Grade II-listed building and Bronte Country’s rolling hills, couple Kara and Jonny have built a family
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Plan to turn derelict 18th Century pub into shop is revealed
AN 18th Century pub blighted by vandalism will be redeveloped, extended and converted into a convenience store if new plans are approved. The planning application to convert the derelict Grade II listed Hare and Hounds pub on Great Horton Road
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'Acts of mindless vandalism' causing mass disruption to buses in Bradford area
AN MP has slammed "acts of mindless vandalism" that have caused mass disruption to buses in a Bradford area. First Bus say it has been experiencing problems in Holme Wood with objects being thrown at services. In one instance, a wheel brace
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Dad speaks of shock as son rushed to hospital after being hit by car
A FATHER has spoken of his shock after his son was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Bradford. West Yorkshire Police are investigating a collision between a vehicle and pedestrian on Cemetery Road, in the Four
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Mercurial Sammut would “love” Bulls stay but concedes it’s out of his hands
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£2 million boost to restore city centre's historic buildings to former glory
BUILDINGS in Bradford city centre could be returned to their former glory thanks to a £2m grant to “preserve and restore” the city’s heritage. Historic buildings on roads including Ivegate, Bridge Street and Kirkgate will be eligible for funding
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'You can't just put it down to bad luck': Bantams investigate run of injuries
CITY are exploring every option to see if there is an underlying cause behind the glut of injuries this season. The Bantams have been hit hard at centre half and in midfield with absentees. Neill Byrne is back in training after a weekend illness