Darren Lehmann's first century in the Norwich Union League could not save Yorkshire Phoenix from slumping to yet another defeat at Scarborough yesterday. Leicestershire triumphed by 16 runs to record their seventh consecutive victory. But for Yorkshire
Bradford Bulls 44, Castleford Tigers 4 - The Paul brothers had better watch out - the seeds of a new half-back pairing were firmly sown at Valley Parade yesterday. With the Kiwi stars jetting back from Test duty in Wellington on Friday, Paul Deacon and
Bradford Bulls have been forced to switch their money-spinning derby with arch rivals Leeds Rhinos to next Sunday afternoon. The pair were set to clash at Valley Parade at 8pm on Friday night in front of the Sky Sports cameras but fears for crowd safety
On the whole, the attitude towards footpaths in the campaign to combat foot-and-mouth disease has been bizarrely inconsistent. At first, as a knee-jerk reaction, just about every path in the land was closed off, including some of those in built-up areas
A world-leading engineering company based at Crossflatts is set to close by the end of the month. Triphase Ltd has made around 30 of its workers redundant, leaving less than 20 to complete its remaining orders. Managing director Sandy Grieve said: "We're
A newly-opened Indian restaurant billed as the world's largest is only able to serve buffets because of a staff shortage. The Aakash Indian Restaurant in Cleckheaton was officially opened last Monday by the Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, John Lyles
Detectives are investigating a possible link between two shop robberies, one involving handguns. In the first raid, two masked men walked straight to the checkout of the shop in Otley Road, Undercliffe, and demanded money from the till. The robbery, between
Children in Cullingworth have signed "peace treaty" contracts pledging to be on their best behaviour after trouble threatened to close the youth club down. In a unique initiative to ensure the future of the group, youngsters have been asked to comply
A group of Asian women living close to Bradford's riot scenes say they are deeply ashamed of the young men involved in last weekend's violent clashes. The women, who live in Heaton, say their children are too scared to go outside for fear of being attacked
Bradford Council was today locked in a row with the Government after it was ordered to re-open the district's footpaths just days after another massive slaughter of livestock. The Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has told the Council
Baildon took advantage of Pudsey Congs inactivity to take over as the new Secure Trust Bank Bradford League Divi-sion One leaders. They defeated bottom team Brighouse by four wickets to move a point ahead of the defending champions who have a game in
Woodlands took another step towards promotion to the top flight as they defeated fellow newcomers Mirfield by seven wickets in the day's top inter-divisional clash. Mirfield were dismissed for just 88 as Safraz Ahmed took four for 41 and the target posed
West Bradford's Darryl Berry was today just 18 holes away from the chance of pitting his skills against world No 1 Tiger Woods in this week's Open Championship at Lytham. The 22-year-old was joint fifth after the first 18 holes of pre-qualifying at St
David Wetherall is ready to come back fitter than ever for Bradford City. The influential Bantams centre-half is easing his way back from the groin injury which dogged him last term. But he is hopeful that the troubles which restricted him to only half
In 1868, the Bradford Daily Telegraph was the first daily paper isued in Bradford. In 1878, the Prince's Theatre, Bradford, was destroyed by fire. In 1901, Bradford and West Bowling Societies formed what became the City of Bradford Co-operative Society
Students from The Girls' Grammar School, Bradford, have been getting expert tips for a shares competition from Morrisons' managing director John Dowd. The school is one of 12 taking part in the BWD Rensburg competition and chose to invest its money in
A Bingley woman is taking steps to raise cash for youngsters with learning disabilities. Amy Pickard, pictured, is aiming to complete the 127-mile Leeds-Liverpool Canal trek in four days in aid of the Hawthorn Nursery in Leeds. Amy, who is a friend of
A villager has launched a campaign to transform a derelict school playground into a community garden. Residents are being urged to help get the scheme off the ground by attending a meeting in Baildon on Tuesday night. The project to breathe new life into
A 22-year-old man today pleaded guilty to the murder of retired bus driver Mohammed Choudury in September. Mr Choudury, a 50-year-old father of six, was found in a Bradford street by a passing ambulance crew having suffered severe head injuries. A murder
A couple who care for physically disabled children in their Bradford home have been given a civic seal of approval. Bally Singh and his wife Parveen Kumari have been caring for youngsters in their home at Odsal for eight years. The are link carers for
Bradford-born Asaf Darr, freed last week after a long imprisonment in a Dominican Republic jail, is fighting for the country's government to return $500,000 the authorities confiscated from him. Mr Darr, 46, gained his freedom after an 18-month fight,
The swinging sound of Dixieland jazz provided the perfect soundtrack to Baildon Gala as thousands of funseekers turned out to enjoy the event. The gala parade, this year given the theme of transport, started its colourful procession from Ian Clough Hall
The future of 200 jobs earmarked for the axe is being tackled by an MP seeking Government assistance. Bradford South MP Gerry Sutcliffe is desperately trying to find a way to safeguard the jobs at Carpets International which the company says will go by
Bowler David Brooke has scooped a £200 grant to help him realise his sporting dreams. The 38-year-old from Steeton, who has learning difficulties, trains regularly at Shipley Bowling Club in Rae Road in preparation for the Special Olympics National Games
A key member of Bradford's business community is calling for an urgent meeting to tackle the public's fears for their safety in the city. President-elect of Bradford Chamber of Commerce John Pennington said Bradford's business community could not afford
Two Asian businesses in Wyke were damaged after clashes involving groups of youths on Saturday night. Police arrested seven men aged between 17 and 20, two Asian and five white, in connection with possession of offensive weapons. The Adil Takeaway and
A campaign for peace in Bradford is to be launched by residents who have condemned the rioting. Bradford people have joined forces to promote the success stories in the district and distance themselves from the acts of violence over the past week. Yasmin
ACLifelong Bantams fan Kenneth Walker prayed he would never again be forced to live through another nightmare like the 1985 Bradford City fire. But his worst fears were chillingly realised when he was forced to endure 90 minutes of hell while rioting
It is not an image you would expect from people who play the quiet, tense and highly concentrated game of chess. Whereas most chess clubs turn out for matches in a shirt and trousers, or smart casual wear, members of the Wild West Riding Outlaws play
SIR - Two weeks ago, around 100 people marched in protest at the Bingley Relief Road being built. During the course of the march, which was walked parallel to the proposed road, it became clear how the location would be irreparably damaged by the new
