A new contact centre offering support for children and their estranged families is set to open on a Bradford estate. The facility, based at the Buttershaw Christian Family Centre, will allow separated parents a chance to meet their children in neutral
The first full-time public relations job has been created for someone to show the Bradford district in a positive light. Bradford PR Group, which last year took the area's achievements to London, has teamed up with Bradford Congress to set up the post
Transport chiefs came under fire today over cuts to early morning services which are hitting passengers. Former bus driver David Jackson, who says his family is suffering from cuts to services at Holme Wood, was today taking the case to a meeting of the
Shoppers were led down a fire escape to safety after a blaze broke out in Bradford city centre. A passing police patrol car spotted the fire which started in a window display at Carter's, in Ivegate. Two police officers radioed for the fire service then
There may not have been room at the inn for Jesus Christ but evangelists are hoping for a warmer reception when they join regulars for a pint. A team of more than 40 Christians, armed with special evangelising beer mats, will be challenging locals to
Police today appealed for help in naming a mystery man wearing designer shoes and clothing who was found dead on Ilkley Moor. The middle-aged man also wore an expensive gold Gucci watch but had no money or identification on him. His body was found by
"Spend to Save" may sound like a supermarket loyalty card, but it is actually the name of a Government initiative to increase its tax take. As part of this campaign, the Inland Revenue and Contributions Agency have stepped up their programme of PAYE checks
Central defender Darren Moore looks certain to miss Bradford City's match against QPR at Valley Parade on Sunday. Three other players, left back Wayne Jacobs, winger Jamie Lawrence and defender Mark Bower are also doubtful to frustrate manager Paul Jewell's
Controversial plans to turn part of an old library into a wine bar have taken a step closer to being approved. Tony Lumb wants to open the bar on the ground floor of the listed building on the corner of Main Street and Foundry Hill in Bingley, which also
Sweethearts Nicki Morris and Steve Bourne are planning to tie the knot next month - thanks to the Telegraph & Argus. The pair met after Nicki answered Steve's lonely hearts advert in the T&A six years ago, where he described himself as a tall,
Trainers bearing a logo which offends Muslims are on sale again in Bradford - a year after sportswear giant Nike was forced to recall them worldwide. Nike issued an international apology last year for the flame-shaped logo which was supposed to represent
A Bradford university professor was today defending his controversial critique of Diana, Princess of Wales, as a muddled, self-obsessed woman who damaged the monarchy, her children and herself. Friends and admirers of Diana have attacked philosophy professor
Hundreds of small firms in Bradford are being given a chance to avoid fines for using illegal software. The Business Software Alliance has sent self-assessment forms to small firms in the district as part of a campaign to clamp down on illegal software
Slow left arm bowler Ian Fisher looks set to make a dramatic late switch of Bradford League clubs at Yorkshire's insistence. Fisher joined East Bierley just after last season ended after playing with the Yorkshire Academy team in the Yorkshire League
Cricket: Anthony McGrath was out for a duck as Yorkshire made a bad start to their championship season at bitterly cold Headingley today. Somerset decided to field first on winning the toss and England paceman Andy Caddick was immediately in hostile form
Rugby Union: Bradford and Bingley will be aiming to clinch a place in the lucrative Tetley Bitter Cup next season by winning their Independent Agriculture Yorkshire Cup quarter-final at Sandal tomorrow. The Bees, who are without Richard Hagerty (knee
Bradford Bulls will look to new half-back pairing Robbie Paul and Shaun Edwards to help them get back on the rails at Sheffield Eagles tonight. Coach Matthew Elliott's hand is forced to some extent by the loss of skipper Graeme Bradley with a broken nose
Baildon Gala bosses are hoping World Cup fever will help turn this year's event into a huge success. Unveiling plans for July's gala - the biggest event in the village calendar - Baildon and District Round Table have revealed this year's theme will be
Charity workers have launched an appeal in a bid to save a holiday haven for needy youngsters. Bradford's Children Action Rocket Enterprise (CARE) has been treating under-privileged youngsters to activity holidays in the country for years. But an ageing
Dozens of people who transformed the district with their own environment schemes have received a big "bouquet" from councillors for their efforts. Now Bradford Council is likely to launch a similar "people power" project to celebrate the Millennium. Dozens
A ten-day celebration of liberty, equality and solidarity goes ahead in Bradford at the end of this month. May Day '98 will be the biggest event of its kind in the country, attracting visitors from the rest of the UK and abroad. Organised by Bradford's
Italian caf boss Mario Delvecchio has really sur-pasta himself this time. He and his staff have been awarded one of the highest marks in the country by the Good Caf Guide. Mario's in Queen's Court, off Main Street, Bingley, will now be included in the
