Young learners, tutors and local businesses were honoured at a glitzy awards ceremony in Bradford’s Midland Hotel tonight. Run by social enterprise Aspire, the Aspire2work awards celebrate the work going on in Bradford to help young people into
Latest news from the local angling scene. LISTERHILLS AA The next members’ match at Pilley’s is on Sunday, December 1. This fishery is still producing good catches, mostly small fish from the canal with a few big out-of-season trout from the River
Having exited the League Cup last week, Steeton only have the title left to play for as they seek to take advantage of their games in hand and make a serious challenge. The Chevrons, who finished second in the West Riding County Amateur League
Farsley will have Adam Priestley back in the fold for Saturday’s trip to Salford City in Evo-Stik Division One North following his appearance for Gibraltar. The striker has missed the Throstle Nest club’s last two games after being called up to
Andrew Davies column I love my cricket and I’ll definitely be getting involved with the Ashes. It’s been massive in recent years and this one’s going to be another great series – and tough for England. Mez has been getting a bit of stick at
An air steward for Pakistan International Airlines has appeared in court following the seizure of about two and a half kilos of heroin at Leeds Bradford International Airport. Syed Shahrukh Shah, 31, a Pakistani national, was in the dock before
Basement side Bank Top Harriers travel to face Queens in fine spirits following last week’s narrow Pennine League defeat to high-flying Drighlington. The Harriers are still convinced they should have won the Premier Division game and feel badly
Bradford Park Avenue will have to be at their very best on Saturday as they host second-placed Boston United in a testing Skrill North clash. Avenue and Boston have been rivals for some time, the Lincolnshire outfit beating Bradford into the Conference
Bradford Dudley Hill have been relegated from Division One of the National Conference League for failing to fulfil a fixture. The Parry Laners could not raise a team for the home match against Rochdale Mayfield on Saturday, October 12, when the
Soap fans queued up today to see an Emmerdale star open a new shop in Shipley. Actress Meg Johnson, who plays Pearl Ladderbanks, helped Head of Shops at Marie Curie Cancer Care Alec Barclay cut the ribbon at the charity’s new store on Market Square
Brighouse Town will be confident of extending their seven-match winning streak at home to Staveley MW on Saturday. Town are riding high in third place in the Toolstation Northern Counties East League Premier Division, while their visitors are struggling
On-loan defender Danny Hall has made a big impact since joining Guiseley but an ankle injury makes him a doubt for Saturday’s home league clash with Oxford City. He followed up his debut goal in the 3-2 Skrill North win at Leamington with a stunning
Youngsters were today invited to join an official event to celebrate the opening of a new combined Co-op and post office. The revamped premises in Station Road, Oxenhope, were re-launched following £290,000 worth of investment. Pupils from
Relegation-threatened Bradford & Bingley, beaten 67-9 at Beverley last weekend in SSE National League Three North, have been given a remedy by director of rugby Henry Paul. “It was a disappointing result but the best thing that we can
Former Leeds defender Lucas Radebe has confirmed he is part of a consortium looking to buy a stake in the Yorkshire club. The 44-year-old made over 250 appearances for the Whites during his playing career and returned to Elland Road in October
The family of a young mother who was found strangled in a caravan can now plan her funeral after a coroner released her body today. The inquest into the death of Jade Watson was opened today at Bradford Coroner's Court by Assistant Deputy Coroner
SSE North One East leaders Cleckheaton have been docked five league points for an incident that happened TWO seasons ago! They faced Malton & Norton at home on April 21, 2012 and won 18-17 but a visiting player was injured and belatedly cited Cleckheaton
Otley bypass will be renamed this weekend in recognition of the “fantastic” work being done by the town’s Rotarians. A new sign for the stretch of the A660, proclaiming it Rotary Way, will be unveiled at a ceremony on Sunday. The Lord Mayor
Silsden will be keen to get back into action on Saturday at home to Glossop North End after a 17-day period of inactivity. Andy Geary’s men last engaged in competitive action when they lost 3-1 at Colne on November 6. It has been a difficult
Children from Worthinghead Primary School in Wyke are set to take part in a UK-wide cookery competition to invent a sweet or savoury berry recipe and help inspire other children to eat healthily. The Ready Berry Cook competition has been launched
A man has been charged in relation to diesel theft after being found with garden hoses and six large plastic drums at a haulage firm in Bradford. The 34-year-old, of Wyke, was held by PCSOs who spotted him at P.Bromley & Sons, Huddersfield
A man was arrested on suspicion of four thefts after neighbourhood policing officers visited a house in Holme Wood. Police said yesterday that the 44-year-old suspect was at a property on Dorchester Crescent when the arrest was made on Monday.
A teenager who tried to hide from police in a cupboard was arrested for two breaches of his anti-social behaviour order. The 16-year-old was found at a property on Bradford’s Holme Wood estate today.
A Scout group near Keighley will set a new record next weekend. The 1st Kildwick and Farnhill Scout Group will perform its 72nd Gang Show – more than any Scout Group or District in history. The show is at Glusburn Institute on November 29 and
When Gyles Brandreth set out to find the secret of “How to be Happy” he started in Las Vegas and ended up in the psychiatrist’s chair. “I’m fascinated by happiness: what it is, who gets it and how. It’s been a real journey,” he says. “My two-decade
City have signed teenage striker Lewis Clarkson from non-league Scarborough on a free transfer. The 19-year-old, who has penned an 18-month deal, was released by Hull in the summer and had been watched by Leeds, Scunthorpe and Grimsby. He has
Behind Closed Doors will begin a two-week programme of awareness raising and advice sessions in Otley next week. The local domestic abuse charity has teamed up with the Town Council to hold the activities at the Otley Core Resource Centre from
The phenomenon of the so-called "Bradford clown" continues to ignite debate, fear and fun right across the district - and the rest of the country. Despite West Yorkshire Police firmly putting down rumours that began circulating on Tuesday claiming
A man has been charged with importing class A drugs after being arrested at Leeds Bradford Airport last night. Syed Shah, a 31 year-old Pakistani national, will now appear at Leeds Magistrates Court later today. He was arrested by Border Force
Former Co-op Bank chairman and disgraced Bradford Methodist minister Paul Flowers left a drug charity after an investigation over claims for expenses including for travel and dining. The Reverend Flowers resigned from the Manchester-based Lifeline
Otley may have lost five of their last six matches in SSE National League Two North - but they are still on track for their end-of-year target. The Cross Greeners currently have 26 points from 11 matches, and have five games left before the festive
Experienced prop Neil Dickinson has been described by Wharfedale coach Jon Feeley as “one of the greatest servants any club could have". The Greens’ stalwart again showed his worth when he appeared as a replacement for the injured
Police will be teaming up with the Bradford Street Angels this weekend to support revellers who overdo the celebrations. Workers in the Drugs Intervention Programme (DIP), will be joining the Angels tomorrow and on Saturday night in Bradford city
Cleckheaton’s spoken word group Talking Zebras celerbates its first anniversary with a birthday concert on Saturday from 7.15pm at the Moorlands, Bradford Road. Local performers will take their turn on stage and there will be music by local folk
A new book from ghosthunter Malcolm Hanson delves into secrets surrounding the Knights Templar. He visits Harden, Marley and Crossflatts to discover connections with the mythical keepers of the Holy Grail. The book, Bingley’s Secret History, is a follow-up
An HIV charity says more people have to get tested for the virus as the number of those infected in Yorkshire and the Humber is thought to have passed 5,100. Public Health England estimates 5,160 people were living with HIV in Yorkshire and the
When Heath L’Estrange confirmed that he was heading home to Australia, Adam O’Brien had mixed emotions. On one hand, the promising young Bulls hooker was losing his mentor and good friend. On the other, he now has a golden opportunity to finally
Baildon will be lighting up tomorrow with its Christmas light switch-on. The festivities will include singing, late-night shopping and music from Hall Royd Brass Band. Most shops will stay open until 7pm and the Co-op will offer free drinks
A woman from Bradford taking a stand against domestic violence has launched a poster campaign to stop victims from suffering in silence. Juwaria Mohammed, 21, wants to raise awareness about the damaging effects of abusive relationships and draw
Keighley teenager Dylan Mitchell, who has only been playing snooker for five years, has a dream TV match next week. The 18-year-old faces world No 1 Neil Robertson in the first round of the williamhill.com UK Championships in York on Saturday,
Arfan Dad came close to winning a major national title but had to settle for the runner-up position in the English Pool Association’s Champion of Champions event in Great Yarmouth. The Keighley potter missed out on the £1,000 first-place prize
SIR – I was saddened to read in your recent article (T&A, November 16) that Connor Lancaster, 15, of Wibsey, has been diagnosed with terminal cancer and suffers illness and disabilities after contracting meningitis aged two. Everyone at Meningitis
SIR – How can the people of the Philippines ever get back to some sort of normality? And yet someone has paid billions of dollars for a painting, and every day we see game shows on television where so much money is given away for answering a few
SIR – Re the story (T&A, November 14) headlined ‘It’s Sundown at Student Union’. Has the student populace at the University of Bradford got nothing better to do with its time than to get involved in such a pathetic debate about the portrayal of
SIR – In response to Bingley councillors (Letters, November 19), it’s their Conservative-led Government concreting green fields by changing planning to favour developers forcing through more homes. David Cameron says rural Tories should stop opposing
Do you know what your child gets up to on the internet? Only nine per cent of parents believe their child is safe online, according to a new report into cyber-bullying, yet nearly half the parents of children under 13 surveyed have set up a Facebook
The issue of illegal and potentially unfit for human consumption meat finding its way into the food chain is one that needs addressing urgently. It is revealed today that one rogue company may have been operating for six weeks or more before it
A Bradford city centre restaurant will re-open tomorrow after a rent dispute with landlords was settled out of court. Leeds-based PG Catering Ltd had run Buffet@Bradford out of premises owned by the Hilton hotel in Hall Ings since 2009, but the
One of the leading men in Bradford Catholic Players’ production of The Producers had a surprise visit from his sister, who flew from Australia to see the show. Michael Riley’s only sister, Anne-Marie Porter, travelled from Brisbane to Bradford
Two members of Otley Sailing Club have raised £1,383 by completing a 182-mile coast-to-coast walk. Martyn Moore and Peter Fox, a former club commodore, trekked from St Bees, in Cumbria, to Robin Hood’s Bay. The money will go to buying an access
Bradford's oldest children’s charity is looking for Fairy Godmothers and fathers to help it spread festive cheer. The Cinderella Club has been supporting the district's disadvantaged youngsters for 125 years and in its special anniversary year
A wife has paid tribute to her “amazing” husband who died while playing the sport he loved. Father-of-two Roy Armstrong, 49, collapsed on Riddlesden golf course. His wife of 24 years, Hilary, said: “He was an amazing man. He was always laughing
An award was presented to a Bradford-based African-Caribbean organisation for a fundraising effort in aid of prostate cancer. Checkpoint raised £1,770 and received a certificate of achievement at an event held to raise awareness. The Checkpoint
An 11-year-old girl with severe disabilities is enjoying exploring the countryside thanks to help from two local Lions clubs. Otley and Leeds Skyrack Lions both donated to help pay for a new, specially designed wheelchair for Amelie Stone.
The Only Takes a Minute burglary campaign by West Yorkshire Police urges people to think about home security. Tips include keeping doors and windows locked, even when you are in the house. Also, door chimes, burglar alarms and CCTV will deter a burglar
Police say they have not received any reports of a clown committing crimes in Bradford, despite dozens of claims on social media. Sites such as Facebook and Twitter have been alive with chatter about the “Bradford Clown,” with some people claiming
The success of a campaign in the Worth Valley near Keighley to curb dog fouling means the scheme is to be extended to Craven ward. District councillors have provided cash to buy signs urging people to clean up after their pets while out walking
An Otley shopkeeper who feared parking changes would ruin her business is celebrating a victory for ‘people power’. Sandra Threlfall warned last month plans to allow coaches to park for 24 hours on bays on Boroughgate, including one right outside
Shoppers in Bradford are encouraged to pick up a star this month when out and about buying Christmas gifts. The Staples Bradford Store at Forster Square Retail park is supporting Starlight Children’s Foundation – a charity that grants wishes for
A collection to help the Philippines relief effort will begin at an Otley bookshop this weekend. Otley Lions, which has donated £1,000 to support the victims of Typhoon Haiyan, are inviting visitors to their shop on Mercury Row to make a donation
The owner of a Bradford takeaway has appeared in court charged with breaching food hygiene safety regulations. Mohammed Rashid, who runs Fresh Fillingz on Duckworth Lane, faces ten charges brought by Bradford Council. Harjit Ryatt, prosecuting
Free graphic novels are available across the Bradford district as part of a growing West Yorkshire comics convention that is taking place this week. The Thought Bubble festival is running in Leeds, culminating in a convention this weekend which
Rail enthusiasts are invited to the final Shipley slideshow of the autumn series. John Holroyd will present A Rail Journey round Britain starting and finishing in Bradford at Shipley Library, at 7.30pm tomorrow. Admission is £1.
Adam Henry says he cannot wait to begin life as a Bulls player as he prepares to head to England for the first time. The 22-year-old centre has signed from Sydney Roosters and has spoken of his desire to continue the Bulls’ tradition of great New
Ricky Ravenhill is keeping his options open over the prospect of staying with Northampton. Aidy Boothroyd has made it clear that he wants to hang on to the out-of-favour City midfielder, who has opened his Cobblers loan spell with back-to-back
A Bradford MP tackled the Education Minister yesterday on the Children’s Safeguarding Board report into the death of Hamzah Khan. David Ward (Lib Dem, Bradford East) asked Edward Timpson MP whether he believed that the report by the Bradford Board
Forty motorists were caught speeding in just two hours by youngsters taking part in a new road safety programme created as a legacy to the victim of a tragic hit-and-run road accident. The pilot scheme has involved pupils from Bradford Academy,
Permission has been granted for the conversion of the upper floors of a listed building into an after-school educational centre. Saj Hussain had his application for 6 Eldon Place, Manningham, Bradford, approved by Bradford Council. Planning
Accusations of a large-scale Labour cover-up over Paul Flowers’ actions at Bradford Council reached the House of Commons, as the scandal over the Methodist minister entered its fourth day. Prime Minister David Cameron announced that the Government
A disabled woman says her “freedom” has been stolen after her mobility scooter was stolen from outside her house in Bradford. Katrina Green has been in tears since the £700 machine was taken from her doorstep on Tuesday. The 39-year-old, who
Demands are being made for council bosses to “come clean” over a prime town centre site. Bradford Council confirmed this week interest has finally been shown in the old Keighley College buildings by a potential buyer. But it refused to expand
Elsewhere in the country, unlicensed meat plants have been found to be buying meat condemned as being unfit for human consumption at cheap rates from slaughterhouses. The carcasses, which can be in a rancid and even maggott-ridden state, are taken
Councillors are demanding an urgent meeting over fears an illegal meat plant in Bradford could have been operating for up to six weeks before it was raided by the Food Standards Agency. And it has led to speculation that as much as 48 tonnes of
A customer adviser sacked from a Bradford shop for stealing has been jailed for transporting drugs. Father-of-three Shakeel Ahmed, 44, began ferrying crack cocaine for cash after losing his job for stealing clothing and fabric from Bombay Stores
Bradford Council leader David Green has spoken for the first time about claims of a Council cover-up over Paul Flowers’ resignation. Coun Green admitted there were “legitimate questions” about how the Labour administration of the time acted when
A new teacher has been so successful in her first year in the classroom that her colleagues have nominated for one of the Telegraph & Argus Schools Awards. Fellow teachers at Marshfield Primary School, on Thornton Lane, nominated Sofia Yaqub
A new way of assessing UK hospitals has delivered an overall clean bill of health at Airedale Hospital. In September the hospital foundation trust was one of the first to be inspected under a revamped system introduced by the Care Quality Commission
A half-naked woman answered the door to police officers investigating reports of a brothel, Bradford Crown Court heard. Their inquiries also uncovered a prostitute wrapped in a towel on the landing and a nude man in a bedroom, the court heard.
The following have been dealt with by Bradford and Keighley magistrates: The following have been dealt with for failure to notify change of vehicle ownership (£200 fine, £110 costs unless stated): Kahlid Hussain, of Victor Terrace, Manningham.
Albion Sports 3, Heanor Town 2 Albion Sports’ home game was delayed tonight as visitors Heanor Town struggled through the traffic on a wet and windy evening but it was still an all-action first half. Albion banked all three points from
