Anyone keen to boost community life in Baildon is being urged to apply for a vacancy on its town council. Following the retirement of Alan Martin in the South West Ward, applications are now being considered from volunteers who wish to contribute
TV Licensing is encouraging Bradford’s businesses to make sure they are correctly licensed for employees viewing TV in the workplace. The reminder comes as recent BBC iPlayer figures showed five of the top 20 live TV programmes viewed during 2013
Two police officers responding to an emergency call were taken to hospital after the van they were in was hit by a car, knocking it on its side. The video van was hit by a Citroen C4 at the junction of Barkerend Road and Killinghall Road shortly
Bradfordians are being urged to have a heart and help re-stock a city centre charity shop. Sonia Tyler, assistant manager at the British Heart Foundation store, said it desperately needed more goods to fill the racks and shelves. Call (01274
Inconsiderate drivers who park in cycle lanes could face fines under plans being considered by councillors. At a Bradford Council meeting in July, concerns were raised about parked cars blocking the lanes, forcing cyclists to pull out on to the
Ilkley and District Good Neighbours is looking for volunteers to provide services to the elderly and isolated people locally. The charity says it is always seeking volunteers to continue running services such as its befriending and ShopAssist schemes
A church hopes to raise more than £200,000 in a bid to create soft play facilities open to all families including disabled youngsters. Christchurch, on The Grove, Ilkley, is pressing ahead with plans for the Dan’s Den play facility this year, and
An alcohol advice project is appealing for more volunteers to cope with the increasing number of people accessing its services. The Piccadilly Project, a branch of the Lifeline charity, offers free and confidential advice, information and support
Callous stone thieves have targeted monuments in Utley Cemetery. Police and members of the public have condemned the criminals, who had to abandon their haul of stolen stone before they could make off with it. A resident, who did not want to
A huge cycling-themed community event is to be held in Bradford’s Peel Park this summer. The event, called Peel’s on Wheels, is designed to build excitement ahead of the Tour de France’s arrival in Yorkshire. BMX taster sessions, free bike
A prominently positioned pub will re-open next week after a lengthy closure. Positioned on top of Otley Chevin, The Royalty, which is a popular destination for both hillwalkers and those driving up to Surprise View, has been serving beer since
David Ward MP has praised a bid to boost grassroots football. Mr Ward (Lib Dem, Bradford East) has met FA representatives about their campaign to invest funds to get people involved in the sport and support local groups. And he cited Bradford FC
People who live in a Bradford street shut for more than a decade to get rid of kerb-crawlers – now want it opening up again. A petition has been signed by 28 residents asking Bradford Council to re-open the part of Church Street which was closed
Bradford Council is preparing to sell-off offices, gardens, garages and patches of land in a bid to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds. Some of the sites have already been snapped up ahead of an auction in Leeds this month. Buildings for
Due to a planned strike, the public are being warned to use ambulance services wisely on Monday. Alternative plans have been put in place by Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust to cope during the strike called by Unite between 3pm and 8pm, in
A dancer who tried to induce an epileptic fit as part of a performance in Bradford is returning with a new show combining dance with cooking. Choreographer Rita Marcalo is bringing the “edible choreography”, led by the senses of smell and taste
A murder inquiry was triggered after a dead man was found covered in more than 104 injuries, an inquest heard. Binge-drinker and drug user Garry Crossley, 38, died in intensive care at Bradford Royal Infirmary on June 5 last year after his brain
Bradford Area Planning Panel gave outline permission for a plan to build four shops and two flats on a city-centre car park in Brayshaw Yard, Infirmary Street, Bradford. In total, 14 of the 20 car parking spaces would remain, the panel was told
lkley-born celebrity gardener and television presenter, Alan Titchmarsh, is coming to Cleckheaton. He will be discussing his latest novel, Bring Me Home, on March 26 at Cleckheaton Town Hall.
Bradford City's away game against Coventry today has been postponed. The pitch at Northampton's Sixfields Stadium, where the Sky Blues play their home games, is waterlogged.
A 9ft Skylander statue has been assembled at the National Media Museum ahead of half-term family fun activities. Fans of the game, where toys are brought to life via gaming consoles for immersive play, can take inspiration from their favourite
People might have spotted more than the usual number of police cars out and about yesterday. Every police car in West Yorkshire was out on the road to ward off burglars and travelling criminals. The show of strength saw West Yorkshire Police
A teenage driver who mowed down a young woman while fleeing police has been locked up for two years. The woman was carried on the bonnet of the car as it careered through Keighley town centre at rush-hour. And after she was thrown to the ground
February is a scary time for Bradford City managers. Like turkeys at Christmas and grouse on the glorious 12th of August, this month has proved to be hunting season for those occupying the Valley Parade hot-seat. Colin Todd, Stuart McCall and
Coroners in Leeds are appealing for any relatives of a Horsforth man to get in touch with them. Christopher Musgrave, 63, was found dead at his home on King George Road on Wednesday. He died of natural causes. He was originally from the Otley
Local artists will be showcasing their work. Watercolours, acrylics, ceramics and glass are among the works created by the 54 exhibitors to Oakwell Hall Country Park’s annual exhibition which runs until Saturday February 22 in the country park
Jarrod Sammut last night made a shock switch from Bradford to Wakefield – then insisted neither side would be fighting relegation this season. The Aussie stand-off, who turned 27 today, had one year remaining on his contract with the Bulls but
From staying up all night playing games, to an anti-Valentine’s Day Stupid Cupid event yesterday, University of Bradford students have punched, rowed and run their way through a fundraising week in support of the Telegraph & Argus Bradford Crocus
Five delighted people have had £500 paid towards their winter fuel bill – thanks to the Telegraph & Argus. Patricia Ferriday, Cyn Greenwood, Jean Tindall, Anne Smith and Ian Watson have shared £2,500 as winners of our Win the Cost of your Winter
A much-loved father-of-six who wanted to donate his organs after his death has helped two other families after a tragic road accident just over a year ago. Plasterer Norman Cowen, 50, suffered a fatal head injury when he was struck by Yasser Mughal
An MP who is among objectors to plans by Bradford Council for a cluster of homes on a greenfield site says it would be “shameful” for councillors to approve their own application in the face of mass local opposition. David Ward (Lib Dem, Bradford
Illegal and potentially cancer-causing food dyes have been found in sweets on sale in Bradford and across West Yorkshire. A major customer alert has now been issued over the fluorescent versions of traditional Asian sweets, which are said to particularly
A drug-addict mother who twice burgled a vulnerable elderly couple has been jailed for three years and four months. Danielle Fletcher was high on heroin when she repeatedly targeted the “kind and sympathetic” pensioners at their bungalow in sheltered
A Bradford money-launderer is to appear back in court for a hearing about the confiscation of his proceeds of crime. Last May, Peter Rawson, 38, of Henley Road, West Bowling, was jailed for three years for money-laundering. He was also found guilty
Manorlands this year celebrates its 40th aniversary. And the Oxenhope Sue Ryder hospice is urging businesses to help it mark the milestone by fundraising for the charity. Regional fundraising manager Hannah Taylor said: “Please support us however
Boyhood Bulls fan Danny Bridge is bursting to play as he gears up for his possible debut against Castleford in tomorrow’s Super League opener. The imposing Warrington forward has joined on a one-month loan deal to boost Francis Cummins’ side and
Aaron Mclean was today assured: Relax and the goals will flow for City. The former Hull striker is still looking to get off the mark since his arrival at Valley Parade in last month’s transfer window. Mclean, signed to replace Nahki Wells,
Health chiefs have carried out repairs to ensure patients were not affected after lead was taken from the roof of Shipley Hospital. Police said they were called to reports of burglary at an address in Kirkgate, Shipley, and lead flashing was found
London-based businessman Richard Lamb is hoping to make a bid to buy Bradford Bulls next week after holding talks with the Rugby Football League yesterday. Mr Lamb, chairman and co-owner of Lucid Direct, a 13-year-old business which was responsible
Airedale Hospital’s stroke ward has received a cash boost. The £475 was raised through a sponsored swim challenge at Craven pool, Skipton, initiated by the then-chairman of Craven Council, Chris Harbron. A cheque for the same amount has also
Two “enthusiastic” drug dealers who hid heroin and crack cocaine in Kinder chocolate eggs were netted in a police crackdown and have been locked up for a total of ten and a half years. Student Mohammed Khan, who played a managerial role in the
Luke Gale and his agent had a meeting on Tuesday with Francis Cummins and the Bulls’ board of directors. A new contract was on the table, keeping him at the club until the end of 2016. The England Knights scrum half had other options. Lee
A family has suffered a vandal attack on their car only weeks after the vehicle and vital equipment for their severely disabled daughter were stolen. Louise Frantzich said she was devastated when she awoke yesterday to find their Rover Streetwise
Ilkley Film Festival starts its second day today with a “gem” of Japanese cinema. Following on from yesterday’s packed opening night – which included Paul Merton’s Silent Clowns – Harakiri is on at Ilkley Playhouse, on Weston Road, at 11am.
The following planning applications have been lodged with Bradford Council: Allerton: construction of conservatory to rear, 112 Dale Croft Rise. Allerton: extend external play surface area to provide hardstanding for play equipment, realignment
The following have been dealt with by Bradford and Keighley magistrates: Tancos Aladar, aged 32, of Hutton Road, Little Horton; theft, 12 months’ conditional discharge, £100 costs. Guiseppe Dicaprio, aged 40, of Hartley Street, Keighley; drunk
The Bradford Sunday Alliance League are being encoraged to achieve FA Charter Standard status. A West Riding County FA official is due to attend the monthly meeting in March to explain to clubs what is required of them to earn the kite-mark.
