Warburtons, the family baker, has put Thackley on a roll with £1,000 for sponsorship of the team's Academy kit. For the last few seasons the under-19 side has worn hand-me-down kits from the senior team, but they will start the new Northern Alliance League
It was invented by bored British Army officers in India in the 1880s and the Chinese excel at it. Now at last, table tennis is becoming more fashionable over here. And it could soon provide England with a new batch of world champions - with Bradford at
Leeds Academy 18 Bulls Academy 20 The lights may have been turned off midway through their on-field celebrations but the unexpected darkness at Headingley couldn't hide the players' delight as the Bulls clung on to beat Leeds Rhinos 20-18 in the under
Bradford City 1 Accrington 2 Stanley inflicted another fine mess at Valley Parade last night. Non-leaguers Accrington added their name to City's cup roll of shame alongside Notts County, Luton, Darlington and Wrexham. Colin Todd was spitting feathers
Annette Wright looks back on the epic life of the Menston author of the famous Lassie Come Home story HE is the creator of possibly the most famous dog in the world but perhaps the most amazing thing about Eric Knight is that his own life story was never
DEVELOPERS hoping to build on Guiseley's old Silver Cross factory need to have "a total rethink" before their plans can be backed by residents. That was the view of one Guiseley and Rawdon councillor as Leeds Plans Panel (West) was given its first chance
A TOP comedy actress has said 'Allo 'Allo to a group of local thespians - and wished them well in their latest show. Vicki Michelle, who played saucy barmaid Yvette in the hit BBC comedy series, has sent her best wishes to members of Otley Little Theatre
ON SATURDAY morning Stuart Gadd kissed his wife Paula goodbye not knowing it would the last time he saw her alive. The experienced caver and climber died a few hours later while potholing, plunging 70 feet to her death. "She kissed me goodbye in her usual
SOPHISTICATED security cameras are being used in the fight against anti-social behaviour in Otley Bus Station. Police officers gathering evidence to issue Anti-Social Behaviour letters and orders (ASBOs) have been using evidence supplied by Metro. Information
With the relief road up and running successfully, taking most of the through traffic out of the town, Bingley's future is brighter than it has been for some years. There are extensive redevelopment plans for the place. Shoppers can now stroll around without
For the second time in ten years, when the trophy was first introduced, there are joint winners of the Harrogate and District Union of Golf Clubs Golfer-of-the-Year. Events counting towards this award include Union Championships, Inter Club and Union
Team Ridley-Crosstrax claimed the third team prize in the daunting Three Peaks Cyclo-Cross on Sunday. The team of four, all local riders riding under the newly formed Crosstrax team title, took third spot without a single mechanical or rider problem.
West Park 5 Ilkley B 31 Ilkley Thirds once again fielded a strong team with plenty of backs rather than forwards to chose from. West Park were strengthened as a result of their second XV cancellation but were no match for a buoyant Ilkley riding on the
Ilkley Reserves 2 Ripon Magnets 1 Having played well and lost the previous week Ilkley Reserves made amends by beating Ripon City in an even encounter. Throughout this was a physical but fair game that was played at fierce tempo. Ilkley again took their
Sherwood 5 Burley Trojans 2 (after extra time) Trojans came within minutes of claiming a major scalp as they gave unbeaten Premier Division leaders Sherwood a real fright in their League Cup tie in Harrogate. As one would expect from the top two sides
Louis Haley rode to 22nd place in the tough European Motocyclistes Union international Youth trial at Tossa de Mar, Spain, on his 125cc Beta machine. The contest formed part of the European and World Women's championship series and included youth riders
BROWNIE guides across Britain are celebrating their 90th Birthday this year and to mark the occasion organisers in Rombald's District are holding a party for girls across the region. An open invitation is also extended to ladies in the area who have been
IN the week that Ilkley was announced as the gardening capital of Britain by winning the Britain in Bloom title, the nation's favourite TV gardener and the town's biggest celebrity Alan Titchmarsh spoke about his new series. 'British Isles: A Natural
The mother of a teenager who is fighting cancer has won her own battle to swim across Lake Windermere. Julie Gilbert, 45, was joined by three fellow swimmers and four rowers in the event she organised on Saturday to raise money for cancer research and
BEN RHYDDING people have been seeking the backing of the Prince of Wales and a rural business campaign to help them save the last pub in the community. Residents trying to save The Wheatley Hotel from being converted to houses how now gathered 500 petition
The headmaster of one of Britain's top schools has had his credibility called into question after an industrial tribunal rejected parts of his evidence. Westville House Preparatory School, in Ilkley, is now facing a compensation bill after losing a case
A music teacher who was told her students were so bad they left an audience of parents cringing with embarrassment has won her claim for constructive dismissal. And the head teacher of one of England's most prestigious schools has had his evidence called
Brave toddler Bailey Joe Clay is his dad's inspiration for raising cash for youngsters worse off than himself. The 14-month-old from Crossley Woods in Bingley suffers from a disfiguring condition which means he was born with boneless fingers and a big
For the second time in ten years, when the trophy was first introduced, there are joint winners of the Harrogate and District Union of Golf Clubs Golfer-of-the-Year. Events counting towards this award include Union Championships, Inter Club and Union
Team Ridley-Crosstrax claimed the third team prize in the daunting Three Peaks Cyclo-Cross on Sunday. The team of four, all local riders riding under the newly formed Crosstrax team title, took third spot without a single mechanical or rider problem.
Old Otliensians 24 Wetherby 11 Before kick-off Otliensians were presented with their new shirts by Robert McEwan-Peters of RMP Properties. Otliensians were looking to put things back on track after last week's disappointing performance at Northallerton
Otley Town 0 Bay Athletic 0 In the last two weeks Otley Town have played Bay Athletic twice and have taken four points out of the six available. Prior to the first game, Bay were joint leaders having won five games in a row, one of which was a resounding
A shopkeeper who was battered over the head with an iron bar in a vicious robbery was today still being treated in hospital. Sohan Singh Bhullar, 54, had just opened up his newsagents shop in Town Street, Rawdon, when two masked men wielding iron bars
Sedgley Park 8 Otley 28 NEEDING to get back to winning ways Otley were forced into making changes for the visit to newly promoted Sedgley Park Tigers in suburban Manchester, also the home of the Swinton Lions. Justin Wring will be out for up to four weeks
Councillors responsible for organising how Bradford's children in care are looked after have demanded assurances that the district's new children's homes are up to scratch. It follows the completion of three homes earlier this year with two more still
A Bradford clergyman has condemned the "malicious" acts of vandals who show lack of respect and vandalise church property. The Reverend Tony Parry, pastor at New Church of God in Lidget Green, said his congregation no longer felt safe after attacks over
Bradford City's survival hopes have been boosted by news that the Inland Revenue has decided not to appeal against a rescue package to bring the club out of administration. Julian Rhodes - who is leading the rescue bid - has now been told that the Revenue
The madcap machines from blockbuster film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang are winging and trundling their way to Bradford. A new exhibition at the city's Industrial Museum, on Moorside Road, Eccleshill, showcases the "inventions" of Dick Van Dyke's film character
A labourer has told how he desperately gripped an eight foot steel rod which had plunged eight inches into his face through his eye, to stop further damage. Brave Tony Coffey clung on to the threaded metal rod for more than an hour after it pierced his
It's got a £1,000 Taj Mahal cake, flowers everywhere and a stunning red and gold silk-decked temple. No expense has been spared when Sunita finally marries Dev in the Coronation Street wedding of the year next month. And the design team behind it all,
The investment we really need SIR - Having been born at the bottom of Bolton Road in the parish of St Peter's (before it was a cathedral), I consider myself a true Bradford man. And being a Bradford man I welcome the investment coming into Bradford (in
TOMORROW new disability laws come into effect which will have a major impact on shops, bars, restaurants, pubs and council offices. Designed to make access to all major services as easy for those with special needs as for the able bodied, part three of
ILKLEY'S victory in the Britain in Bloom contest is a massive boost for the town. It is also a deserved reward for those who tend and care for the flower beds which make Ilkley such an attractive place to live in and visit. Tony Gilroy and his dedicated
Colin Todd slated his players after their latest cup fiasco, accusing them of having an attitude problem. Todd was fuming after non-league Accrington became the latest minnow to dump the Bantams out of a knock-out competition. The Conference side fully
A teenager with an excep-tional musical talent has single-handedly organised a festival for others to share his passion. Jamie Hudson, of Burras Lane, has arranged a three-day event featuring both classical and modern music which will take place in Otley
A STALWART of the Labour Party and honorary citizen of Otley has called for Tony Blair to resign - branding him the worst leader in history. In the week of what could be the final annual Labour conference before the General Election, Michael McGowan has
OTLEY'S businesses and public buildings could be faced with legal challenges when new disability laws come into force tomorrow. Part three of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) requ-ires all shops, restaurants, bars and 'service providers', including
Fast-growing low-cost airline Jet2.com has unveiled shock plans to launch nine new services to Europe from Manchester Airport. The Leeds Bradford-based airline, which flies to 14 locations from Yeadon, is taking delivery of six Boeing 737 aircraft to
Eleven year-olds Tashina Earle and Tyrone Abraham from Ilkley Karate Club were victorious in the English Karate Governing Body Children's Championships held at Ponds Forge Sports, Sheffield. The major tournament was staged over two days and brings together
Bridlington 21 Ilkley 13 Ilkley had controlled this game until five minutes before half-time. A cool, calm and collected first-half display had given the Dalesmen a 10-6 half-time lead. More of the same was all that was required to pull off a win at high
Street Work Soccer 2 Ilkley AFC 6 Progress was made into the second round of the West Yorkshire League Cup by Ilkley on Saturday. Ilkley's opponents were a community-based club that provides football opportunities for young people within disadvantaged
Ben Rhydding Ladies 3 Nottingham Highfields 3 The ladies came away from their first league game both frustrated and also relieved. Frustration because they should have won this game but relief at coming back from 3-1 down with only minutes to go, to earn
MEMBERS of the Ilkley in Bloom committee listened in earnest as the four towns they were competing against were all granted coveted silver awards. Ilkley in Bloom chairman Tony Gilroy and Deputy Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Choudhary Rangzeb, waited
THE debate about parking spaces in Ilkley town centre has come to a halt as town leaders argue about the direction to go in. Ilkley Parish Council's Finance and General Purposes Committee has pledged to put pressure on Bradford Council to come up with
AN Ilkley woman was appalled to see in last week's Gazette the vandalism carried out at the Addingham War Memorial. The mindless defacing of the plaques containing the names of the fallen struck Beryl Falkingham particularly sharply because one of the
YOUNGSTERS can't get enough of the healthy local food being dished out at Ilkley's All Saints Primary School. Since the school said goodbye to contract caterers and introduced its new way of providing meals, the number of children having school dinners
Menston needs to find parish councillors who can continue good work in the village SIR, - In a recent issue of their newsletter, the Chairman of the Menston Community Association anticipates the creation of a Menston Parish Council. The leading article
Menston needs to find parish councillors who can continue good work in the village SIR, -In a recent issue of their newsletter, the Chairman of the Menston Community Association anticipates the creation of a Menston Parish Council. The leading article
Police in Bingley have promised to take tough action against a group of youths who are terrorising shoppers in the town centre. Officers say the gang have been abusive to people, many who are elderly, and were making life a misery for traders. It is believed
Bramhope 8 Addingham 0 After the previous two weeks poor results in the league Bramhope turned up in a determined mood for this Harrogate League Challenge Cup tie. The league fixture earlier this season had finished 1-1 so everyone was expecting a similarly
Sherwood 5 Burley Trojans 2 (after extra time) Trojans came within minutes of claiming a major scalp as they gave unbeaten Premier Division leaders Sherwood a real fright in their League Cup tie in Harrogate. As one would expect from the top two sides
Wakefield-Emley 1 Guiseley 3 Following a dismal five match run in which they were knocked out of the FA Cup by Chorley and failed to notch a victory Guiseley manager Neil Parsley and new chairman Rob Northfield have acted quickly to bring in new faces
A derelict middle school could be demolished and homes built on the site, if plans submitted to Bradford Council are approved. An application for 23 detached four-bedroom homes has been submitted by Magellan Residential Limited for the former Nab Wood
Banker Richard Lobley is swapping his office for the frozen Arctic to do his bit to combat global warming - and Bradford's birdlife. The 50-year-old Guiseley man is among 500 HSBC staff taking part in a five-year scheme to undertake environmental projects
State-of-the-art security measures are being used in Bradford to protect hospital staff from soaring levels of abuse. Panic alarms, security staff and CCTV cameras have become the face of healthcare in Bradford as policies are put in place to shield staff
A powerful Government committee is investigating a Bradford magistrate who was identified as having links to the Far-Right British National Party. William Stanley was publicly named as a BNP member in the House of Commons by Bradford North MP Terry Rooney
A woman died after being run over by a runaway parked car which rolled down a hill and onto the pavement. The 53-year-old was with a little girl and believed to be on her way to collect other children from school when the tragedy happened in Great Horton
