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Bradford City promoted to League One

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3:32pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Live blog: Bradford City's League Two play-off final at Wembley

10:36am Tuesday 14th May 2013

All your pictures, news and views in the countdown to Bradford City's League Two play-off final against Northampton on Saturday.

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Minute-by-minute Live blog: City v Northampton

12:18pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Live coverage from Wembley Stadium as Bradford City face Northampton Town in the League Two play-off final

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School caretaker faces charges of raping young girl

6:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

A primary school caretaker has been charged with a catalogue of sex offences against a young girl.

Lord Mayor of Bradford's Parade brings colour to grey day

1:33pm Saturday 18th May 2013

The annual Lord Mayor's Parade brought some much needed sunshine to an otherwise overcast day in Bradford today.

Probe into cause of blaze at Keighley house

12:07pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Fire crews are investigating the cause of a blaze early today that left a house in Keighley in a dangerous state.

Bradford punk metal band flies festival flag at Donington

11:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

A Bradford band more used to playing intimate gigs in local bars and clubs will fly the flag for Yorkshire and help open one of the world’s biggest metal festivals next month

Camera car to catch bad parkers at Bradford schools

6:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

Bradford Council has unveiled its new weapon in the war against drivers who put children’s lives in jeopardy.

Two illegal immigrant workers held in new swoop

6:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

Two illegal immigrants will be removed from the country after being arrested in raids at Bradford business premises.

Robber struck as man left church in Bradford

6:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

A street robber who targeted a victim who had been for a charity meal at his local church bought drink and drugs with the spoils of his crime, Bradford Crown Court heard.

School caretaker charged with sex offences

6:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

A primary school caretaker has been charged with a catalogue of sex offences against a young girl.

Boss in skydive for Crocus Cancer Appeal

11:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

Bradford businessman Mohammed Ishfaq hopes a dramatic video of him plunging 15,000 feet through the sky will encourage others to face their fears to raise cash for the Telegraph & Argus Bradford Crocus Cancer Appeal.

Keighley football festival a celebration of the beautiful game

9:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

A three-day festival celebrating the beautiful game kicks off in Keighley on Monday, and is expected to attract 900 young soccer players from around the district.

MP's assistant joins Bulls set-up

7:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

Gerry Sutcliffe’s Parliamentary assistant has joined the Bradford MP in becoming a director at Bradford Bulls and is set to play an increasingly prominent role at the Super League club.

Bingley Scout camp transformed by volunteers' skills

9:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

A Scout camp in Bingley was given a makeover thanks to workers who took part in a national day of volunteering.

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Historic Saltaire homes open to the public

5:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Saltaire’s historic homes will throw open their doors to the public next weekend.

Worth Valley artist plays role at fair

5:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Worth Valley artist Simon Warner is busy with several photography-based projects.

Manorlands to benefit from event

5:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Oxenhope hospice Manorlands will share in the proceeds of a concert by classical guitarist Andrea Dieci.

News from the Courts

4:50pm Saturday 18th May 2013

The following have been dealt with by Bradford and Keighley magistrates: Nasreen Miah, aged 39, of Royal Gardens, Heaton; driving without insurance, £110 fine, £105 costs, licence endorsed.

Bradford Council planning applications

4:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

The following planning applications have been lodged with Bradford Council: Addingham: change of use from butcher’s shop and storage to form two flat units, J Dixon and Sons, Butchers, 127 Main Street. Baildon: construction of first-floor side extension, 11 Bescaby Grove. Barkerend: change of use from residential care home to part multiple occupancy and part office, 133 Barkerend Road. Barkerend: retrospective application for recladding wall and roof of existing commercial garage, 7 Upper Seymour Street.

Kirklees walking to school is a fun event

3:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

A pirate, a sea captain and the Pied Piper will be leading guided walks for children during Walk to School Week.

Shagufta appointed to help Girl Guides

2:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Guiding groups in Bradford are getting a boost with the appointment of a new development worker.

Ilkley golf events success

2:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

A golf day in aid of a man who was paralysed by a rare infection has raised four times its original target.

Eccleshill councillor says pensioners have ‘duty to fight for a better world’

1:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

A Liberal Democrat councillor told a group of pensioners that they had a duty to call for a better world for their grandchildren.

A charity auction for Keighley Rugby Union Club has raised more than £6,000.

12:50pm Saturday 18th May 2013

A charity auction for Keighley Rugby Union Club has raised more than £6,000.

Bradford Council’s Liberal Democrats elect new leaders

12:30pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Bradford Council’s Liberal Democrats have elected their leaders for the next year.