A £2 million state-of-the-art autopsy centre was unveiled in Bradford yesterday. The aim of Digital Autopsy – which was created by Malaysian firm iGene – is to improve the performance and results of post-mortems, as well as creating a more humanitarian
Jamie Foster column It feels like the whole season is resting on this weekend and there is no denying it’s a massive game. With the points appeal hearing looming next Wednesday, it’s shaping up as a pivotal week for the club. It is going
A family Zumba party will be held in Ilkley next weekend to raise money towards a church’s soft play area. Fresh from leading a giant Zumba session at Ilkley Carnival, Emma Draper will be holding the session at the Riddings Hall, Riddings Road,
Manningham Mills’ Scotchman Road ground will echo to the sound of ball on bat again on a Saturday. Mills were kicked out of the JCT600 Bradford League last September and have since withdrawn their teams from the Bradford Junior League. However
BPA Juniors are holding their first summer tournament. The six-a-side event will be at Hanson Academy on the weekend of July 26-27, and will include round-robin competitions for under-sevens, eights, nines, 11s, 12s and 13s, with the three youngest
Rebekah Tiler may be the youngest competitor in England’s weightlifting and powerlifting squad for the Commonwealth Games squad in Glasgow. But that doesn’t mean that the 15-year-old is merely making up the numbers for Glasgow 2014. According
Bradford Park Avenue boss John Deacey will have an increased budget for his playing staff in the coming season and is well on the way to formulating his squad. The club’s finance director Kevin Hainsworth said this week: “We feel we are getting
Aaron Finch kicked off his county cricket career by helping Yorkshire Vikings claim their first win of the NatWest T20 Blast competition with a convincing eight-wicket victory over Derbyshire Falcons at Headingley. The world’s number one T20 international
Review of Season The campaign began with little or no preparation for Kulwinder Sandhu and his squad of players as Albion raced against time to find a ground so that they could accept their promotion. Albion were given short notice by Bradford
Review of Season Lee Duxbury’s first season as Eccleshill United's head coach proved both very interesting and quite successful. Eccleshill came within two victories of gaining promotion back to the Northern Counties East League Premier Division
Motorists are facing disruption with work on the district’s gas network set to close the main road between Wilsden and Cullingworth for the next three weekends. Engineers from Northern Gas Networks will be starting work this weekend to improve
Following a decade of being awarded consecutive gold awards by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, Ilkley-based building services group NG Bailey has this year secured a president’s award in recognition of its health and safety achievements
Trade union membership in the Yorkshire region has grown for the second successive year, new government figures show. The number of members grew by 21,000 to 596,000 last year following a rise of 16,000 the year before, according to the Office
Mark Overfield has been appointed director in Grant Thornton’s growing Yorkshire audit team. He began his career with Deloitte in Newcastle in 1996, moving to Leeds in 2009, most recently working as an audit director and also leading Deloitte’s
A blue plaque dedicated to the memory of a pioneering missionary has been unveiled. The blue plaque at Mount Hermon Chapel, Main Street, Addingham, is dedicated to former pastor William Kendall Gale. Born in Addingham in 1873, he left Addingham
Bulls coach Francis Cummins looks set to have his strongest squad of the season available after five key men were named in his 19-man squad for Sunday's crunch visit of Wakefield. Skipper Matt Diskin, second-row Dale Ferguson, centre Matty Blythe
A Bradford-based wool merchants and processing group is taking space at a major UK floorcovering show for the first time this autumn. Martin Curtis, joint managing director of Cottingley-based Curtis Wool Direct group, said its presence at The
The biggest train operating company in the Bradford district has raised more than £15,000 for a cancer charity. Northern Rail, which operates trains on the Airedale, Caldervale and Wharfedale lines, has raised the cash for this year’s Marie Curie
City have made midfielder Billy Knott their second summer signing following his release from Sunderland. Described as a very positive and mobile central midfielder, the 21-year-old played 41 games last season on loan for Wycombe and Port Vale.
Denholme teenager Rebekah Tiler has been named in England's 16-strong weightlifting and powerlifting team for Glasgow 2014, announced today by Team England. The 15-year-old Bingley Grammar School pupil joins Commonwealth Games medallist Zoe Smith
Bradford people getting on their bikes this month could win prizes. A Ride for Rewards scheme is giving cyclists the chance to earn items ranging from bikes to vouchers. Participants log all their journeys online or by using a free app and
Several Bradford schools will be rewarded for progress and attainment at a ceremony in Dixons Allerton Academy on Monday. The SSAT Educational Outcomes Awards consider official Department for Education data including Ofsted gradings for state funded
The manager of a Bradford ice hockey team has been inspired to raise awareness about prostate cancer by the man who established the sport in the city. Mark Anderson, who also plays with Bradford Cannibals, said the team was looking for a charity
The first gala to be held for decades in Fagley will take place on Saturday, June 7. Organised by community centre staff, volunteers, Bradford Council and Incommunities, it will take place at Fagley Community centre, Fagley Road, from noon until
Senior Malaysian government officials are in Bradford today for the opening of the city’s new multi-million pound digital autopsy facility. Digital autopsy is described as the revolutionary new generation of post-mortem investigation, offering
A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST (15, 116 mins) ** Starring Seth MacFarlane, Charlize Theron, Amanda Seyfried, Liam Neeson, Giovanni Ribisi, Neil Patrick Harris, Sarah Silverman. Director: Seth MacFarlane. Seth MacFarlane’s rootin’ tootin’ comedy
EDGE OF TOMORROW (12A, 113 mins) **** tarring Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, Brendan Gleeson, Bill Paxton, Jonas Armstrong, Tony Way. Director: Doug Liman. In 2005, extra-terrestrials tangled with Tom Cruise in War Of The Worlds and came off second
The film and TV sector, not unlike most other sectors, fails to employ enough women in top jobs. A recent report published by Directors UK reveals that the number of British female TV directors has actually fallen in recent years. The report collates
MALEFICENT (PG, 97 mins) **** Starring Angelina Jolie, Sharlto Copley, Elle Fanning, Sam Riley, Kenneth Cranham, Lesley Manville, Imelda Staunton, Juno Temple, Brenton Thwaites. Director: Robert Stromberg. Inspired by Disney's 1959 animation
An indoor music and arts festival, showcasing live music and visual arts from across the region, takes place in Bradford this summer. The Shuttle Shuffle Festival returns following a successful debut last summer. The celebration of music and arts
An annual school Mela held in Little Horton next month will bring a host of international stars together to help raise money for charities. On June 14, Grange Technology College hosts the Mela in aid of the Al Imdaad Foundation and Human Appeal
Doubts are still hanging over a £1.6 million transport fund designed to transform West Yorkshire’s infrastructure. The newly-formed West Yorkshire Combined Authority is now demanding a meeting with Chancellor George Osborne to find a way forward
Asian entrepreneurs in Bradford want more to be done to raise the city’s profile and are also calling for the development of an alternative retail offering in the city centre to complement to new Westfield development. These were among issues discussed
A housing development on green fields in Bradford looks set to be given the go-ahead, despite the concerns of a parish council. Skipton Properties wants to build 104 homes, including 16 affordable homes, on land off Ryedale Way, Allerton. The
A key member of the Roberts Park management team has retired after lifetime in horticulture to devote himself to marathon running, cycling and his much-loved allotment. Assistant manager Martin Bijl has worked at the Saltaire park since it was
SIR – Mr Hobsbaum (T&A, May 21) suggests that leaving the EU would result in ‘erecting trade barriers’ with our European neighbours. Quite apart from noting that the Euro Parliament election results would suggest that the UK is not the only
SIR – The financial cost of Britain’s part in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars has just been revealed by a respected defence think-tank. The sum is revealed as being a massive £30 billion – or the equivalent of £1,000 for every taxpayer in this country
SIR – You recently reported on the high number of children being admitted into hospital to have rotten teeth extracted (T&A, May 21). I’m not a supporter of adding fluoride to our drinking water, but I understand that in other parts of the
SIR – I was horrified to read in the Telegraph & Argus how the family of Hawwa Khan had to wait 19 months for the inquest of their lovely little daughter in such tragic circumstances (T&A, May 24). My husband, son, daughter and myself were
SIR – Is the selection of candidates for the Shipley 2015 General Election fair and balanced? The rise of right-wing parties such as UKIP are calling for Britain to leave the EU – a position backed by the Shipley MP Philip Davies. UKIP appear
In 1967, the then editor of The Times, William Rees-Mogg, wrote a famous editorial with the headline “Who breaks a butterfly on a wheel?”, decrying the prison sentence given to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones following a police
25 years ago: Councillors from the Shipley East ward said residents in the area were becoming “increasingly angry and frustrated” about an illegal travellers camp set up on council-owned sports fields at Gaisby Stray. 50 years ago: A Keighley lorry
An occasional drink to unwind after a hard day’s work, or at a social engagement, is one of life’s pleasures which most of us will happily admit to partaking in. However, as with all things, moderation is the key to enjoying alcohol sensibly and
A car was destroyed in an arson attack in Holme Wood, Bradford, early this morning. Firefighters from Fairweather Green fire station were called to Tyersal Lane at about 4am. The vehicle was believed to be a Mitsubishi 4x4, said a fire service
Youngsters at Stage 84 have come away from the Wharfedale Festival of Performing Arts with a cluster of trophies. Oscar Hazell (pictured front, centre) was awarded the prestigious Yorkshire Television Premier Award at the festival for the most
Aaron Finch says struggling to balance attack and defence could be a reason why his first-class record is so thin. Yorkshire’s new overseas signing, a replacement for Kane Williamson in the LV= County Championship, will make his four-day bow against
Bingley Harrier Alistair Brownlee is ready to return to the scene of his greatest glory tomorrow as the ITU World Triathlon series heads to Hyde Park. The fourth event of this season’s competition is at the venue of the 2012 Olympics where Brownlee
A Bradford shopkeeper has spoken of his pride at being invited by the Queen to a garden party at Buckingham Palace. Ranbir Singh Rai, of Thornbury, is being recognised for the wide variety of work he does in the community. The 55-year-old,
Police are hunting a man who allegedly stole petrol from a filling station in Bradford. He was captured on CCTV leaving the petrol station on Cleckheaton Road, Low Moor, at 12.54pm on May 19 after not paying for fuel. Anyone who recognises
A Bradford technology company has clinched a half million pound order from a European airline operator. Belgravium Technologies, which makes hand held data kit, will supply the unnamed customer with on-board point-of-sale systems in a deal worth
Providing training to Bradford’s unemployed is helping to get more people off Jobseeker’s Allowance, according to one the district’s Jobcentre managers. Yesterday, the Government released figures on how training schemes introduced in recent years
Danny Addy says he has never even contemplated the grim prospect of relegation and is confident the Bulls will beat Wakefield in Sunday’s crunch clash. Francis Cummins’ men are gearing up for a pivotal period as they bid to put the Wildcats to
A street cleaner has been presented with a special award as thanks for keeping Heaton spick and span. Maurice Kelly was given the annual Hans Renold award for commitment to the community by Heaton Township Association. Association chairman
Peppa Pig, princess of the porcine world, is one of the big guns among the ranks of pre-school entertainers and this summer she’s coming to Bradford with her most ambitious live show to date, Peppa Pig’s Big Splash. Masterminding the production
City must strike in the summer market – by signing “at least one” new frontman for next season. John Hendrie believes they cannot rely exclusively on James Hanson and Aaron Mclean to lead the line. The Bantams have released Garry Thompson and
All the latest from the local angling scene. WASHBURN VALLEY FISHERY Catch details for week ending May 25 – Day ticket: Fewston 28, Swinsty 9. Total fish caught: Fewston 136, Swinsty 16. Average per rod: Fewston 4.9, Swinsty 1.8. The heaviest
A government scheme to give free meals to young pupils could lead to Bradford schools losing out on thousands of pounds, fears a senior politician. From September, all children in reception and Years 1 and 2 will automatically receive free school
Two more people have been arrested following a triple stabbing in Bradford city centre. An 18-year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder, while a 21-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods.
A Bradford mum has told of her delight and relief after her daughter was finally granted a passport – just two days before a family holiday. Rachael Delaney, of Queensbury, admitted she was “dizzy” with worry after several calls to the Home Office
Wrangles over the future of a proposed supermarket development in Shipley will further delay progress on the one project to which councillors gave overwhelming support, it has emerged. Six months ago, planners gave permission for Morrisons to build
Pupils at a Bradford special school are relishing the opportunity to challenge expectations and take on mainstream schools in a dance competition next week. Southfield School in Little Horton came second in the Yorkshire leg of the Rock Challenge
Bradford is facing a unique set of population demands as it has become one of the ‘youngest’ cities outside London but will also see numbers of residents aged more than 90 more than double in the decades ahead. According to the latest Government
Keighley MP Kris Hopkins has offered his support to calls for a plaque to be erected in Woolwich in memory of soldier Lee Rigby, who was murdered in May last year. A campaign for a permanent memorial to be installed has received the support of
A prolific burglar who attacked two homes on the same night has been jailed for five years. A court heard yesterday how cocaine and heroin addict Darren Whitford wasn’t put off committing the second break-in even after he had been involved in a
An aggressive midwife at Airedale General Hospital who threatened to “cut” a woman in labour to speed up the birth process has been kicked out of the profession. Jeanette Matthews said to the expectant mum: “If you don’t hurry up and have the baby
This year’s Bradford Pride festival is set to be “bigger and better than ever”, according to organisers of the event. Now in its ninth year, the festival takes place in Centenary Square tomorrow. The event, which attracted 10,000 people in
A man alleged to have robbed a Bradford taxi driver at knifepoint, told a jury he was asleep in bed at the time. Timothy Jackson, 25, gave police the name of two men he said had committed the crime, but insisted he was not involved. Victim
More than 11,000 people were admitted to hospital with alcohol-related problems in Bradford in a year, the highest rate anywhere in West Yorkshire, new figures have revealed. A report published yesterday by the Health and Social Care Information
People living near to a chemical company in Low Moor are being told not to panic when its emergency siren sounds next week. BASF at Low Moor will carry out a test-sounding of its off-site alarm at 10am and at 8pm on Thursday, June 5. The siren
