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Woman stole children's toys worth hundreds of pounds
A WOMAN stole almost £400 of children's toys from a supermarket. Emma Scott, of Middleton Way in Leeds, committed the theft at the Sainsbury's in Brighouse on July 27 of last year. She appeared at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates' Court and
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Homebase sold in rescue deal but future of 2,000 workers and 49 shops still unclear
HOMEBASE has been sold to retail group CDS in a rescue deal securing up to 1,600 jobs and 70 stores but leaving the future of its remaining 2,000 workers and 49 shops unclear. The DIY retailer appointed administrators at consultancy Teneo on Wednesday
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How to watch Children in Need 2024 and what to expect on the night
Children in Need is back for 2024 and as usual, the BBC will be broadcasting an evening of entertainment to raise money for children and young people across the UK. It will bring together a host of big names in the entertainment world with special
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Appeal after hundreds of pounds snatched from elderly woman at cash machine
POLICE have released an image of a man they would like to speak to after an elderly woman reportedly had hundreds of pounds stolen at a cash machine. The victim, in her eighties, had been making a withdrawal at a bank ATM in Briggate, Leeds, at
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Bantams boss gives latest news on injured trio Sarcevic, Baldwin and Pattison
GRAHAM Alexander is trying not to get his hopes up as a trio of City casualties near their return. Aden Baldwin, Antoni Sarcevic and Alex Pattison are all getting close to rejoining training again. The three long-term absentees could be back
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Shipley business continue as Bantams' official partner
BRADFORD City have announced that Shipley Transport Services has agreed an extension of its official partnership with the club. A family-owned and operated company, Shipley Transport provides nationwide transport and pallet distribution, including
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Bradford people urged to share recipes in new special cookbook made for the city
People who love cooking are being invited to submit recipes for a new cookbook made for Bradford’s City of Culture year. Bradford 2025 and artist Deepa Mann-Kler are leading calls for people who live across the district to share their kitchen creations
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Urgent call to restore electricity to market square before Christmas lights switch on
URGENT efforts will be made to restore electricity to Shipley’s Market Square in time for the town’s Christmas lights switch on later this month. The switch on is due to take place on November 23, and will be the highlight of a major Christmas
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Five miles of tailbacks as coach fire closes eastbound M62 in West Yorkshire
Drivers are facing long delays on the M62 after emergency crews shut part of the motorway to tackle a coach fire. Emergency services closed part of the M62 near Huddersfield after the fire broke out around 11.15am today (November 13). Firefighters
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Parking charges to be introduced despite hundreds of objections
HUNDREDS of people have objected to the introduction of parking charges at five beauty spots. Leeds City Council received 671 formal objections to the new fees at Otley Chevin, Golden Acre Park in Bramhope, Middleton and Roundhay parks, and Temple
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Police release CCTV footage after robbery and weapon threats at bus stop
POLICE have released CCTV footage of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a robbery. The incident took place at a bus stop on Bradford Road, Dewsbury, at around 7.30pm on Monday, November 11. A male was stood waiting for a bus
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Man, 28, charged after police officer was hit by a vehicle in Bradford
A man has been charged following an incident where a police officer was struck by a vehicle in Bradford. Zain Iqbal, 28, of Ridgeway, Roundhay, Leeds, has been charged with attempted wounding, dangerous driving and failing to stop. He has
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Bradford-born actor Timothy West dies at the age of 90
BRADFORD-born actor Timothy West, known for many roles in television and the theatre, has died aged 90, his family announced this morning. His children Juliet, Samuel, and Joseph West said in a statement issued by his agent: “After a long and
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City's Community Foundation to 'take over' Valley Parade for next home game
VALLEY Parade will play host to City’s first Community Takeover Day on November 23 as the city of Bradford gathers to celebrate the work of the club’s charitable arm, the Bradford City Community Foundation. The home game against Accrington a week
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Trial of man accused of murdering wife in Bradford hit by lengthy delay
THE trial of a 26-year-old man who is accused of murdering a mum on a Bradford street will not go ahead as planned next month. Habibur Masum was due to stand trial over the alleged murder of his wife Kulsuma Akter on December 2, but his case was
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Looking back: dancers raise funds for Children in Need
ON FRIDAY the annual Children in Need event takes place. Every year in November Children in Need is broadcast by the BBC to raise money for charities that help children in the UK. The show includes comedy, drama and music, with celebrity guests
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Looking back: the fun we had for Children in Need
EVERY year in November Children in Need hits our TV screens. The popular BBC show is airing on Friday to raise as much money as possible for charities that help children in the UK. Here’s a look back to how much fun we had locally in previous years
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Police urge people to 'keep the information coming' after finding stolen bike
Police have urged people in Bradford to "keep the information coming" after a stolen bike was returned to its owner. A red Yamaha bike was found in a wooded area of Wibsey at the weekend. One of Bradford South NPT's officers attended the report
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Five Bradford people charged after cocaine seized at airport
SIX people - including five from Bradford - have been arrested and charged after cocaine was discovered at an airport. The National Crime Agency (NCA) said officers seized suitcases containing around 180 kilos of cocaine at Birmingham Airport
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Revealed: The ideal thermostat temperature to keep your home warm through winter
Get ready for thermostat wars as families around the country do battle over home temperatures to keep warm this winter. With rising energy costs, it's little surprise that 96 per cent of Brits are considering reducing the heating down to save cash
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Post Office could be set to close 115 branches putting 1000s of jobs at risk
The Post Office could be set to close 115 "loss-making" branches across the UK putting more than 1000 jobs at risk. Post Office chairman Nigel Railton is expected to set out a “transformation plan” on Wednesday (November 13) to postmasters, retail
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How do I check to see what heating system I have in my home?
If you're suffering from an issue like low water pressure and are looking for a way to fix it, you'll need to know what heating system you have. This can be tricky for many, especially those who have recently moved into a new house or flat.
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Two suspects arrested after reported robbery at bus station
TWO suspects have been arrested after a reported robbery at a bus station. West Yorkshire Police's Leeds West Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) said on its Facebook page yesterday that the force received reports of a robbery at Pudsey Bus Station
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Reader letter: City of Culture Tower is 'utterly useless'
SIR - Bradford Council is so short of money and is selling off properties and land (some of which they don't own) yet has commissioned two hideous (in my opinion) sculptures to mark the City of Culture. Glad to see they are spending the council
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West Yorkshire and Harrogate films to tackle aging midwife workforce
A series of films has been launched by a maternity services partnership, with the intention of future-proofing the profession in the face of an "ageing workforce." The West Yorkshire and Harrogate Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS), which
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Bradford Royal Infirmary to host families affected by child loss
A memorial event is set to provide comfort to families families affected by the loss of a baby or child. The Shared Memories event will take place at the Listening for Life Centre, at Bradford Royal Infirmary, on Saturday, November 30, at 11am.
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Young Bradford and England rower sets sights on high level ambitions
ENGLAND rower and Bradford schoolboy Edwin Van Lopik has his sights set on the highest levels of competitive rowing. The Bradford Grammar School (BGS) sports scholar has already made a significant impact on the international rowing scene, securing
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Farsley supporters' group say "patience tested for years" as owner told to leave
FARSLEY Celtic have released a lengthy statement on social media to try and ease the numerous current concerns among their fanbase. But the club’s official supporters’ group are not satisfied, and continue to call for chairman/owner Paul Barthorpe
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Plan for flats in Bradford building dating back to 1890s
A SECTION of a Bradford building dating back to the 1890s could be converted into flats under new plans. 25 Annison Street is currently home to two ground floor business units, with the first floor also classed as business use. Now a planning
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New Shanks deal never in doubt as ex-City man loving Bradford return with Avenue
A KEY figure at Bradford (Park Avenue) has been awarded a new contract and he has been speaking to the T&A about how much he is enjoying his time at Horsfall. Midfielder Connor Shanks has signed an improved contract last week which will take
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Man who stole radiators from old nursing home breached court orders
A MAN who breached community orders he was given after stealing radiators from a former nursing home has avoided jail. Anthony Peel, 38, of Crediton Avenue, in Allerton, Bradford admitted failing to comply with the requirements of a community
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Debate over cricket ball speeds could delay flats conversion amid injury fears
A DEBATE over the velocity of balls being hit by batsmen at a local cricket club could delay a major housing development. In 2021, a planning application to turn Aire Valley House, a vacant office building in Crossflatts, into 139 flats was approved
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Plea to West Yorkshire Mayor keep £2 bus fare cap
WEST Yorkshire’s Mayor has been urged to keep the cheaper 'Mayor’s Fares' despite a £2 ticket cap being scrapped nationally. Tracy Brabin announced the £2 cap on West Yorkshire bus fares in 2022 as a way of boosting a bus network that was struggling
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Bradford man accused of encouraging suicide of teen girl who was seeking suicide pact
Warning: This article contains references to suicide A BRADFORD man who sent messages to a teenage girl who was seeking a suicide pact has gone on trial charged with encouraging or assisting her suicide. Christopher Ballard sent a flurry of
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Fear the public has been misled over 'missing link' of ringway amid lack of progress
A councillor fears the public has been “misled” on plans for the Spen Ringway, with work said to have begun three years ago yet to come to fruition. At a Cabinet meeting in 2021, Councillor Martyn Bolt (Con, Mirfield) wanted the Cabinet to consider
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Dales Council League rejects proposal to penalise umpireless teams
A proposal to punish cricket clubs for failing to provide an umpire has been rejected. The Dales Council League’s annual meeting saw New Farnley’s proposal, which suggested that each club appoint an umpire that would officiate in at least 60 per
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Veteran does his duty as sensational Salem comeback keeps them top
When Nick Fontaine replaced Morgan Mirzaali with 20 minutes to go on Saturday, Bradford Salem were trailing by a point to Morley in the pair’s Regional Two North East clash. However, the 38-year-old flanker turned the tide as he scored three tries
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Trio join from Leeds and two arrive from Huddersfield as Bulls reserves named
The Bulls Reserves squad has been bolstered by a plethora of new faces in 2025, alongside a number of academy starlets making the step up. Bradford Bulls’ Pathways Head Coach Jonathan Schofield said: “I am delighted to welcome a number of talented
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City wing back Benn may make up for Wembley misery as Irish voyage recalled
BRADFORD City loanee Jay Benn may get the chance to play at Wembley for a second successive season, but he will be looking to avoid heartbreak this time if he does get there. The Bantams have just missed out twice themselves, after play-off agony
