Some Bradford & Bingley supporters reckon they are too good to go down from SSE National League Three North. But Bees secretary Nick Patterson doesn't entirely buy that, saying: "We need to prove that we ARE too good to go down, then we can say
Bingley Harriers’ gold-medal winning Olympic triathlete Alistair Brownlee got the ‘inside track’ on Yas Marina Circuit ahead of his Arabian Gulf debut on Saturday at the fourth US$230,000 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon. Putting the pedal to
A rise in Council Tax will accompany a third successive year of multi-million pound cuts across Bradford Council departments following a two-hour-long debate at City Hall tonight. The ruling Labour group’s budget plans were passed with the support
A woman was freed from her car after a pile-up near Northowram yesterday. Her Volkswagen Eos was in a crash with two other vehicles in Bradford Road at about 1pm. Firefighters from Odsal managed to get the woman – believed to be in her 40s
Leeds United hope to continue their upturn in form when Millwall visit Elland Road on Saturday (12.30pm). Having claimed four points from their last two games, boss Neil Warnock could be poised to name the same side for the third consecutive time
Members of Southfield Lane Methodist Church in Bradford are holding a table-top sale in Shipley Library on Saturday from 10am to noon. Stalls include cakes, tombola, bric-a-brac and books with refreshments available in the cafe. Admission is 20p and
Bradford councillors have voted to raise Council Tax by 1.99 per cent from April after a third successive year of multi-million pound cuts across all departments was agreed. The ruling Labour group's budget plans were passed with the support of
The following planning applications have been lodged with Bradford Council: Ilkley: construction of porch to side of property and construction of single storey extension to the rear of the property including associated external and internal alterations
Ryan Sidebottom knows all about Test success in New Zealand - and the Yorkshire fast bowler has backed Alastair Cook’s England to shine in the forthcoming three-match series, starting on Wednesday. A ten-wicket match haul, including a hat-trick
A Bradford MP wants parents, nurseries and primary schools to give their views on the Government’s early years childcare reforms. David Ward (Lib Dem, Bradford East) will send out a survey before using the results to write a report which will be
As the West Riding County Amateur League season enters its final third, the tussle to avoid relegation from the Premier Division is wide open, with any of the bottom eight clubs in danger of dropping down in early May. On Saturday, Campion
Wibsey Warriors will be confident of victory when they meet Thornhill Trojans in the second round of the BARLA National Cup at Northfield Road on Saturday. The Warriors came out on top 32-16 in the league encounter four weeks ago following a super
Bradford Dudley Hill start the National Conference League Division One summer campaign with a home encounter against Stanley Rangers at Parry Lane tomorrow night (7.30). Hill welcome a few old favourites back into the ranks as they aim to begin
BRADFORD No 1 AA The first Raskelf Winter Series match on Sunday was won by Fred Prudham with 18lb 6oz of roach and ide on waggler and maggot. Howard Foster caught F1s, skimmers and ide for a weight of 10lb 9oz and second place, while John Walsh
The top two teams in Division Five of the Bradford Table Tennis League went head to head and Baildon B moved to the summit for the the first time this season after ending the 100 per cent record of Hermits I. The Hermits side had won 16 matches
Bradford Park Avenue have the opportunity to claim a third Blue Square Bet North victory on the trot when they head to second-bottom Droylsden on Saturday. The Bloods have had a disappointing season and are struggling to stave off relegation. Meanwhile
Cleckheaton, who have won their last six SSE North One East matches, are not ruling out a late run to the play-offs. "There are six matches to go and some people within the club are talking about our match on April 20 at home to Wheatley Hills
It is commonly claimed among the Wharfedale faithful that the team play their best against the better sides, while struggling against the strugglers. They get a chance on Saturday to put that to the ultimate test when they travel to Ealing
Guiseley manager Steve Kittrick does not quite know what to make of Blue Square Bet’s decision to pay out already on Chester FC winning the Conference North title. Chester may be 19 points clear of the second-placed Lions but Kittrick’s men have
Versatile Johnathan Matthews staked his claim for a regular place after scoring a hat-trick of tries on his recall to the Otley side. The 19-year-old was called in to replace the injured Daniel Temm at wing forward in last Saturday’s 45-26 SSE
People taking part in new weekly 5k Parkruns are to give their unwanted running clothes to people who want to take up running in exchange for a donation to Bradford Royal Infirmary’s children’s charity. A stall will be set up on Saturday, March
A midweek defeat leaves Silsden desperately looking for points from their trip to Premier Division basement outfit Stone Dominoes in the North West Counties League on Saturday. The Potteries outfit are eight points adrift at the foot of the table
Last Saturday’s 70-10 defeat at Sheffield may have put a dent in Keighley’s SSE North One East points difference. But Graeme Sheffield, director of rugby at Rose Cottage, hopes it hasn’t bashed their confidence ahead of a winnable
The queen of the ring met the Queen of the realm as boxer Nicola Adams collected her MBE at Buckingham Palace today. The fighter, who trains at Huggy's gym in Spring Mill Street, off Manchester Road, Bradford, ended 2012 as the first female to
A Bradford MP wants parents, nurseries and primary schools to give their views on the Government’s early years childcare reforms. David Ward (Lib Dem, Bradford East) will send out a survey before using the results to write a report which will be
Keighley will not be relegated from SSE North One East if they finish outside the bottom three - even if they are the lowest-placed white-rose club. “This rumour about Keighley being relegated if they are the lowest placed Yorkshire club
Farsley know they are in the last-chance saloon as far as the Evo-Stik League play-offs go when they host mid-table Burscough in Division One North on Saturday. Another defeat, on the back of two away losses, would sound the death knell for Farsley
Second-placed Brighouse Town will be looking to keep up the pressure on their two main title rivals by banking another three points at home on Saturday. The race for the Baris Northern Counties East League Premier Division championship, and the
Bradford Salem have selection problems of the pleasant kind before their SSE Yorkshire Division Two match at home to Hullensians on Saturday. Under-strength Salem lost 20-18 inside the final minute at home to leaders Doncaster Phoenix last weekend
The Thornbury Centre is the venue for a faith-based fundraising event next week. There are a few places still available for the free training which aims to show people how to develop confidence and skills in fundraising for faith based social and
Former Home Secretary David Blunkett will be in Bradford tomorrow for a topical discussion radio show posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities. BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions will be at the Thornbury Centre with Mr Blunkett
Three Bradford property developments are in the running for an industry ‘Oscar’. City Park, the Appleton Academy building at Wyke and Yorkshire Water’s bio-energy project at Esholt sewage works have been shortlisted for the Royal Institution of
Cougars player-coach Paul March has bolstered his squad with the signing of former Bradford Bulls forward Johnny Walker, on a dual registration from Castleford, and ex-Wakefield youngster Joe Parkinson. Keighley have a partnership agreement with
Baildon have had to delay selection for their home SSE Yorkshire Division Three promotion clash against Leeds Medics & Dentists on Saturday. "We have to see whether the players can come through tonight's training session,"
Tea and coffee drinkers helped make the Civic Big Brew a success by raising hundreds of pounds for charity. The event, hosted by Lady Mayoress of Bradford, Margaret Smith, at Bradford City Hall raised £1,800 for Cancer Support Bradford & Airedale
Reminiscing and relaxation are among a range of free activities for older people in Bradford. Bradford Older People’s Centre, supported by Bradford & District Senior Power and Age UK Bradford and District, is hosting a series of new Wednesday
Black Dyke Band is playing at Bradford Grammar School on Saturday, March 9, at 7pm for the Rotary Club of Bingley Airedale in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance, the Yorkshire Youth Brass band and other Rotary charities. Tickets are £14, call 01274
Old Grovians are entering the final straight of their SSE Yorkshire Division Four season but director of rugby Martin Whitcombe has warned them to not look past their next game. His team may be seven points clear of second-placed Old Otliensians
Bradford City Football Club museum, bantamspast, is running a competition for supporters to send in their best images of the Bantams’ historic Capital One Cup Final experience – both for supporters who went to Wembley and those who celebrated the occasion
An empty cemetery lodge failed to sell at auction. The neo-gothic 19th-century building at Utley Cemetery, Keighley, went under the hammer in Leeds. But the historic building, which has planning permission for conversion to residential use,
Bingley Little Theatre’s Star Appeal, raising funds for refurbishing the town’s arts centre, has received a £2,000 boost from local Freemasons. Bingley Priory Lodge, on behalf of the West Riding Masonic Charities, donated the money to the appeal
Police visited Denholme Primary School to speak to pupils in the reception class about keeping safe. The children were able to climb in a police van, ask officers about their jobs, and experience being both the "good guy" and the "bad guy".
Renault haven’t had the best of times of late. A mixture of too many models and tough economic times in its key markets in mainland Europe have taken a toll. Models have been ditched (there’s no Modus or Laguna any more) but Renault aficionados
Keighley is to get five new police officers. Three recruits will join the Neighbourhood Policing Team and two “student officers” will be taken on. West Yorkshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) made the announcement during a public meeting
Eccleshill Townswomen’s Guild presented a cheque for £350 to the Marie Curie Bradford Hospice. The ladies’ group raised funds through a variety of events throughout the year, including bake sales and birthday fundraisers. Members of the Guild
People in Bradford who are falling into debt because of payday loans are being urged to get in touch with the Financial Ombudsman if they need help. The ombudsman said that there had been a considerable rise in the number of payday lending complaints
Advice on courses and careers is freely available at Shipley College’s next open day on Thursday, March 14, from 4.30pm to 7pm. Potential students can talk to our tutors, get guidance and tour the college. The open days are informal, and parents
Heckmondwike Petanque Club have been enjoying a hectic time and this week celebrated another step forward. Due to the unprecedented number of people wanting to join, the club's playing area at Firth Park has been extended and the new terrain was
A Craft and Gift Fair runs from 10am until 4pm on Saturday at The Octagon, Bradford Road, Sandbeds, Riddlesden, Keighley, in aid of Cancer Research UK. There is free entry.
Local artist and student Michelle Middleton is raising awareness of a cause close to her own heart. The mother-of-two from Silsden is among MA students from Bradford College of Art who are participating in their work in progress exhibition being
A building society chief has warned the Bank of England about ‘unintended consequences’ of introducing negative interest rates to get banks lending. David Cutter, chief executive of the Skipton Building Society group, said such a move which would
Volunteers heading to Pakistan with a convoy of 25 ambulances collected more than £200 for their mission in Bradford city centre. Seven people from the area are joining a team of 50 volunteers from UK who will drive the vehicles 3,700 miles through
Around 14,000 families in Yorkshire and Humberside have sold their homes at a loss since 2007. Research by housing investment and shared equity provider Castle Trust shows 48 per cent of properties were sold at a loss between January, 2007, and
More than 1,000 people from the Bradford area have volunteered to become “Le Tourmakers” when the Tour De France passes through Yorkshire next summer. Last month it was announced that the Yorkshire leg of the world famous cycle race will take in
Neighbours are waging war on a plague of dog mess by circling “scenes of grime.” Angry residents, who say the problem is blighting life in Baildon, are ringing any piles of poo littering their streets in a bid to to shame slack dog owners into
Businesses have been asked to show their big hearts so disadvantaged children from the district can have an unforgettable visit to the big top. Circus Starr is coming to Silsden this spring to put on two performances, with proceeds going to Sue
New Jujitsu classes have started. Sessions take place at the Community Centre in Church Road, Roberttown, Liversedge, on Tuesdays from 6pm to 7.15pm for children from five to 13, and on Sundays from 6pm to 8pm for those aged 13 or over. Classes
A grandad who is raising money for a charity that helped save his grandson’s life is asking people to wear yellow tomorrow. The community worker, who changed his name by deed poll to Muppett, is organising a music night at The Castle Hotel in Grattan
Otley’s mayor had a taste of life on the beat when she accompanied police on patrol in the town. Coun Mary Vickers accompanied PCSO Peter Andrews on a daytime patrol through the town centre. During her fact-finding mission Coun Vickers spoke
A decision day which could see Bradford losing its status as a Church of England diocese is getting closer as synod members get ready to take part in a key vote on Saturday. When the Dioceses of Bradford, Ripon and Leeds and Wakefield simultaneously
The following planning applications have been lodged with Bradford Council: Baildon: construction of two rows of terraced housing to form seven, two-three bedroom units, former The Cup and Ring public house, 80 Coach Road. Baildon: non material
A reunion of students who left a Keighley school in the early 1990s has been declared a resounding success. Organiser Darren Labbett said about 90 people spent the night dancing and chatting about old times at Oakbank School. The event at the
A local student is seeking help from anyone who remembers Otley’s old prisoner of war camp. Alasdair Love is trying to find out more about the Weston Lane Camp which housed German prisoners at the end of World War II. The research, which is
A Great Horton charity that helps keep children out of trouble and encourages them to be good citizens has its annual community stars awards night on Saturday, March 23, at its Impact Centre. To find out about tickets and the charity, go to joshuaproject.org.uk
Growth at a Bradford producer of bespoke caravan and motorhome protective covers has been cited as an example of increasing optimism among the region's manufacturing firms. Pro-Tec Covers, based at St Andrew’s Mill, Willowfield Street, which has
Plumes of steam will signal the return of the winter steam gala, held on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway this weekend. For three days from tomorrow vintage trains will travel the line from morning until early evening, with gaslights lighting
Keighley Film Club is shooting footage celebrating the town’s BigK 10k. The club, which has been asked by Keighley Area Committee to make the short film, is appealing for anyone taking part in the March 10 run, who has a story to tell, to get in
Hundreds of school children will get the chance to go down in history by entering an annual painting competition. Last year, members of the Ilkley Carnival Committee had to pick a winner from more than 300 entries in the carnival’s School Painting
The Office for National Statistics revealed last month that 437 more people had killed themselves in the past couple of years. Of the 6,045 suicides in 2011, the vast majority, 4,552, were men, a good many of them aged between 30 and 44. Statistics
From the T&A... 25 years ago: Marjorie Mason celebrated her 21st birthday – 84 years after she was born. The Bradford grandma was born in 1904 but had only had 20 proper birthdays because she was born on February 29. 50 years ago: A team
The issue of horses tethered on common land in Bradford is a growing one that causes multiple problems. The presence of the animals grazing on patches of grass is unsightly in the extreme, and not really one that should welcome visitors to the
SIR – This week, political commentators and Westminster village cogitate over the by-election result to replace the disgraced Chris Huhne in Eastleigh. There are 14 candidates, the usual suspects and a host of no-hopers, but with one significant absentee
SIR – Further to the letter from Clive Kerfoot, may I urge everyone to support the campaign for research into ME? ME is a truly devastating neuro/immunological illness. There are no treatments and no cures. The level of pain and debilitation it
SIR – In response to your correspondents who wish to EU-bash by asking why the UK has not banned the import of beef from other EU countries while they banned the import of UK beef following on from BSE, let’s look at some facts. BSE in cattle and
SIR – The article (T&A, February 21) about Bradford Council turning down a planning application from Zouk to build a new restaurant on an existing site in Leeds Road, brought to mind a scheme Bradford Council had in the 1930s. All that block
SIR – Your report on the increase in the Fire Authority precept for local taxpayers (T&A, February 22) fails to give the full story. The Labour chairman, Coun Mehboob Khan, unsurprisingly blames the Government for the increase which he describes
SIR – Bratfudness. Let’s celebrate it! What do I mean? The way our fans got to their feet at 4-0 down in the Capital One Cup final and didn’t stop singing and flag-waving for 20 minutes. Bratfudness. Our wild and loud affectionate ironic cheering
SIR – Which bright spark from the Highways Agency decided to restrict traffic to the hard shoulder between junctions 37 and 39 near Wakefield on the M1 on the evening of February 24 to facilitate roadworks/whitelining work at the exact time that 30,000
Earlier this month, legendary former Bulls prop Stuart Fielden helped Huddersfield to victory over Wigan at the John Smith’s Stadium. It was the Giants’ second scalp of the season after they stuffed St Helens in round one. It should have been
Step into spring with the Great Daffodil Appeal walk in Bingley. The six-mile sponsored ramble to remember loved ones and bring hope to others sets off at 9.30am on Sunday, March 24, from the Old White Horse Inn, Bingley. Those wanting to register
George Galloway clashed with a Foreign Office minister yesterday, when he claimed Britain is arming Al-Qaeda in Syria. The Respect MP for Bradford West used a Commons debate to warn the money was being used to “terrorise” Christians and others
George Galloway clashed with a Foreign Office minister yesterday, after claiming Britain is arming Al-Qaeda in Syria. The Respect MP for Bradford West used a Commons debate to warn the money was being used to “terrorise” Christians and others in
A sneak thief stole documents from a vehicle as its owner was changing a headlight bulb, police have revealed. The theft happened in the car park of Ikea at Birstall last Sunday. Police said while the motorist was busy, the thief got into the vehicle
Transport police last night praised the ‘excellent behaviour’ of the 3,000 Bradford City fans travelling back from the club’s Capital One Cup final by train, revealing there were no arrests or reports of trouble. British Transport Police said it
If you thought the hot-hatch was dead, think again. SEAT has proved you wrong with a spirited version of the Mii (above). Mii, if you hadn’t noticed, is the new compact SEAT and is closely related to the Volkswagen Up and Skoda Citigo. On name
A Bradford group is running a series of information sessions for people who would like to have a greater say in the future of their neighbourhoods. Neighbourhood Ventures is running its first event at The Mill Lane in Bradford at 2pm today when
A housing charity is ready to bring Keighley’s empty and derelict homes back into use for the people who need them most. Keyhouse has nailed down leases for 25 properties throughout the town, some of which have been empty for as long as 15 years
Lives of patients needing replacement joints and other medical implants look set to improve – thanks to a £5.7m Government-backed project involving University of Bradford researchers. The university is partnering with four leading research establishments
A woman was found unconscious with facial injuries in a wood. The 41-year-old local woman was discovered in Park Wood, close to Parkwood Street, Keighley. Police sealed off the area as they carried out forensic investigations. The woman was
A school is hosting a Bollywood and curry-themed evening tomorrow for parents. Byron Primary School is hosting the charity event from 6.30pm to 9.30pm at the school, in Barkerend Road, Bradford, and guests are asked to come in Indian-style dress
Charity golfers have got their fundraising down to a tee! Last year’s Golf Day at Ilkley Golf Club raised £5,200 for the Acorn charity - set up to raise money and provide support to people suffering from dementia and scleroderma, a disease which
Steve Parkin questioned the “pessimistic” reaction after City’s Wembley homecoming ended in a stalemate. James Hanson’s ninth goal of the season rescued a late point in a 1-1 draw with Dagenham at Valley Parade. It leaves City still ten points
A firefighter was shot in the face with a ballbearing gun by a boy under the age of ten in Bradford, a new report has revealed. The firefighter, who is believed to be based at Shipley fire station, suffered minor injuries in the attack in Leylands
Masked pickaxe-wielding robbers who threatened a family during a terrifying home raid may have targeted the wrong address, police have revealed. Three balaclava-clad raiders – carrying what were believed to be a pickaxe and a knife – struck at
Legendary boxer Frank Bruno is adding some punch to a Keighley special school's minibus appeal. The ex-world heavyweight champ will be the star of a fundraising evening at Octagon Live, Sandbeds, this Saturday. He will talk about his life inside
The following have been dealt with by Bradford and Keighley magistrates: James Joseph Halley, of Melrose Street, Great Horton; keeping an unlicensed vehicle on a public road, £200 fine, £18.34 vehicle excise back duty, £90 costs. Vilian Holan,
We’re looking for new businesses who have set up in the last year to enter our Bradford Means Business Awards 2013. To enter the New Business of the Year category, firms in the Bradford area must have been in operation for less than a year and
A fund for the children of a police officer from Pudsey killed in a road accident is continuing to grow. PC Andrew Bramma died on January 5 when his police vehicle struck a tree in West Tanfield, near Ripon. Donations can be made by bank transfer
Aisha Siddiqa is a very special tot, for two reasons. Not only was she a leap year baby, she has also managed to escape a lethal genetic disorder which tragically claimed the life of her older brother. Her parents Imran Fazil and Sehrish Rasool
John Bateman has vowed to hit the ground running tonight as he returns to action for the first time in over six months. The homegrown Bulls star has not played since the Super League win at Huddersfield last August after undergoing a shoulder reconstruction
Tourists travelling on the famous Keighley & Worth Valley Railway line may enjoy the attraction’s period charms, but it seems not all are impressed with its Victorian facilities. A number of travellers have complained about the toilets at Oxenhope
Horses are being sold for as little as £5 in Bradford, the RSPCA warned today. It has resulted in a growing number of the animals being owned by people who neither have the skills nor the means to look after them properly. According to charity
More volunteers are needed to help a British Red Cross service which helps traumatised people who have had to leave home following a disaster. The situation is so dire that sometimes the charity’s Fire and Emergency Support Service (FESS) has no-one
A former soldier who saw active service in Iraq has been jailed for two years for hitting a woman five times over the head with a cricket bat. Darren Thomas, 32, set about Gemma Green after inviting her back to his flat at Swarland Grove, Little
A father and son allowed a horse in their care to starve to death, Bradford and Keighley magistrates heard yesterday. Karl Dickinson, 38, and his son Connor English, 19, of Holme Wood Road, Holme Wood, appeared in the dock to face charges of causing
A group of travellers from Bradford were involved in a “quite atrocious” fight with locals at a village pub in the North-East. One person had a sawn-off shotgun forced into his mouth during the vicious brawl at The Flintlock Inn, in West Cornforth
A cheating husband on trial on charges of beating and raping his wife told a jury she made up the allegations after she found his mistress at the family home. The Bradford man is alleged to have threatened his wife with a machete, pulled out a
Keighley’s Airedale shopping centre has been sold for £22 million to an international investment company. LaSalle Investment Management has revealed that it has bought the 45-year-old centre. The company said it was already in discussion with
City 1, Dagenham 1 It was as if Sunday had never happened; nothing more than a glorious day-dream. If being at Wembley felt like a parallel universe, City returned to planet earth with a bump against a traditional nemesis. At least James
