Archive - Thursday, 21 March 2019

Keep the ice frozen for our grandchildren's sake
The UK’s position about half way between the north pole and the equator, and bathed by the relatively warm waters of the Atlantic, means that while we do get a few winter days when the temperature drops below freezing it rarely lasts long.
Week off could see several Wharfedale players return from injury
AFTER the heavy rains forced last Saturday's Wharfedale game against Stourbridge to be called off, an extra week of rest will could see the return of several Greens' players for the trip to Sheffield this Saturday.
Corrie star's supporting role
HE is a familiar face on Britain's best-loved soap.
Cuts to public computer numbers 'punishing poorest in society'
AN MP believes the poorest in society are being punished after new figures revealed hundreds of public computers had been cut across Yorkshire and Humberside.
Feather given new lease of life under Keighley Cougars
ALREADY a club legend, James Feather is enjoying his new lease of life as a Keighley Cougars player second time around.
Strong links with Ilkley RFC helps grammar school win Yorkshire Cup
THE strong links between Ilkley RFC and Ilkley Grammar School have paid off as the school's Under-15s team recently won the Yorkshire Cup and reach the semi-finals of a national competition.
THROW BACK THURSDAY: Rustie Serves an opener
A picture request from a reader has pointed us in the direction of this fabulous photo of television’s bubbly chef, Rustie Lee, visiting Bradford in 1985.
Plans to refurbish fire damaged warehouse
PLANS to replace the roof of a fire damaged warehouse have been submitted to Bradford Council.
Mason left to count costs after games called off
STEETON manager Roy Mason has been left to rue the wet weather and lost revenue as they look to play their first game in three weeks.
Lingard: Let's make Cougar Park a fortress
MAKING Cougar Park a fortress will help Keighley continue to erase their -12-point deduction, according to head coach Craig Lingard.
At what age do we turn into our parents?
IT was as I made my way around the house, turning lights off and muttering “It’s like Blackpool bl**dy Illuminations in here” that I had a sobering moment. I realised I was turning into my dad.
Over 40 "illegal and unauthorised" clothing banks removed from streets in last month
OVER 40 "illegal" clothing banks have been removed from streets of the district by Bradford Council in the past month.
Councillor suggests bringing back national service to reduce youth crime
A TOP Councillor has suggested that the return of National Service could help reduce crime and anti-social behaviour in the district.
Council refuses to grant store licence for man convicted of selling counterfeit cigarettes
BRADFORD Council has refused to grant an alcohol licence to a businessman recently convicted of selling contraband cigarettes in a town centre shop.
'The mill must be demolished immediately', says business owner
THE boss of a Bradford textiles firm has called on the Council to stop "messing about" and demolish Harris Court mill following the major fire on Tuesday.
Anger as planners sink 'Holy Grail' canal boat restaurant plan
AMBITIOUS plans for a 60-foot dining and restaurant boat to be moored and operated in Skipton have been sunk by planners.
'Multi-million pound investment' as Bingley firm moves to prominent Baildon site
A BINGLEY business is to expand into new premises in Baildon as part of a multi-million pound investment.
Bradford ranks highly in region for children hospitalised due to alcohol
NEW figures have revealed Bradford as one of the highest areas in the region for the number of children being hospitalised due to alcohol.
KATHLEEN AMBLER
AMBLER Kathleen On March 13, peacefully in hospital, Kathleen aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Jeffrey, much loved mother of Sheila, Leslie and the late Julie, much loved mother-in-law of Dick, Angela, David and a loving grandma and great-grandma…
LEN SMITH
SMITH Len Peacefully at home, on March 7, aged 72 years of Bradford. Beloved husband of Frances, dearly loved dad of Antony, Mark, Leonie and Angela, much loved grandad of Luke, Oscar, Evie and Jacob and a dear brother and uncle. Funeral service will be…
Bertha Whittle
WHITTLE Bertha Passed away peacefully on March 7, aged 95 years. Loving wife of the late Joseph, dearly loved step mother-in-law, sister and loving auntie, great-auntie and great-great-auntie. You are missed. May she rest in peace. Service and…
JACK WARD
WARD Jack (16.04.1933) Passed away peacefully on March 18, 2019 at Westbourne Community Hospital aged 85 years. Much loved husband of Marisa and father to Jack and Michael, a loving grandfather to Amy, Megan, Hannah, Lucy and Emily and great-grandfather…
IRENE JOAN AIREY
AIREY Irene Joan Passed away peacefully in The Glen Nursing Home, Baildon on March 14, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Jim Airey and mother of John, Stephen and Michael, mother-in-law of Angela and Ellie, grandma of Richard, Rebecca and Olivia…
allan stevens
STEVENS Allan On March 18, of Idle. Beloved husband of the late Betty, much loved dad of Mark and Carol and deeply loved Grandpa. Funeral service will be held at Nab Wood Crematorium on Wednesday March 27, at 12.40pm. Donations in lieu of flowers may be…
MATTHEW PALMER
PALMER Matthew Suddenly on March 9, aged 46 years of Wrose. Dearly loved son of Margaret and the late Malcolm, a loving dad, much loved brother of Rachel and a beloved nephew, uncle and friend to many. Celebration of Matthew's life will take place at…
SHEILA FRENCH
FRENCH Sheila On February 28, 2019, aged 88 years. The dearly loved mother of Pam and Carol, grandma of Isla, Ross and Kira. A private cremation has taken place. A service of thanksgiving will be held at 12:00 noon on Friday, April 12, at Saltaire…
Moira Edmondson
EDMONDSON Moira Peacefully on March 17 in hospital with her family at her side, Moria aged 79 years. Beloved wife of Eric and a very dear cousin to many. Funeral service Thursday, March 28 at St Joseph's Church, Pakington Street at 11.45a.m followed by…
Big Mo Willan
WILLAN Big Mo Thank you for many years of love and happiness. Miss you lots Christine xx
ken wilcock
WILCOCK Ken Passed away on March 12, aged 78 years. A much loved husband, father, granddad and brother. Private family service will be followed by an informal get together to remember Ken's life at Bingley Little Theatre on Thursday, March 28 at…
andrew watson
WATSON Andrew William Passed away on February 25, 2019 aged 73 years. Much loved brother and uncle. Funeral service and cremation will take place at Pontefract Crematorium on Tuesday, April 2 at 3.40pm. Family flowers only by request, donations in lieu…
ANDY TIGHE
TIGHE Andy Each of us in our own way, Think of you with love today. From Brian and Family.
GERALD GRIFFIN
GRIFFIN Gerald (Gerry) Peacefully at Airedale General Hospital after a short illness on March 7, Gerry aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Joan and dearly loved, dad, grandad, great-grandad and brother. The Funeral Service will take place at St…
MALCOLM PINDER
PINDER Malcolm (27.1.1944) Died suddenly on Sunday, March 10, 2019, with his wife by his side. Chairman of Presspahn Ltd, Chair of Governors at Heckmondwike Grammar School and Competitor at Harewood Hillclimb for many years with his sons. The beloved…
Leigh coach: Bulls have improved the Championship
LEIGH coach John Duffy believes the Championship has gone up another level with the return of the likes of the Bulls.
Rider arrested after dumping stolen bike
A MAN was arrested after a dumping a stolen bike and trying to run from police.
Great Horton mill fire: Fire service praised for 'marvellous' work containing major blaze
FIREFIGHTERS have been praised for their efforts in tackling the major fire at an historic mill in Great Horton on Tuesday evening.
Yorkshire have "a nice balance" of youth and experience, believes Patterson
STEVE PATTERSON feels Yorkshire now have a healthy mixture of youth and experience in their squad and is confident of a successful 2019 for the county.
Bantams boss won't push O'Brien too far
GARY Bowyer wants to protect Lewis O’Brien from running out of steam in City’s tense run-in.
Shipley ten-pin bowling club on a roll!
SHIPLEY Youth Bowling Club won a string of titles at the North and South of England Championships.

20th March 2019