A Manchester City supporter from Bradford has received a five-year football banning order after shouting racist abuse at winger Raheem Sterling. Ian Baldry, 58, made a racist comment towards the City player as he celebrated scoring a goal in a
TWO very distinctive buildings once graced the Bradford skyline. They made up Waller’s Bradford Brewery Ltd, later becoming Trafalgar Brewery, in Trafalgar Street, Manningham Lane and subsequently taken over by the Leeds & Wakefield Brewery.
MY husband has just built a woodshed. He measured it up, ordered the wood and spent several weekends constructing it. I have to say, it looks great. So good, that I now fancy buying a bit of land in the Canadian Rockies and setting him to work
A SPEEDWAY legend who was a world finalist at Odsal in 1990 has died at the age of 55. Roman Matousek, described as one of the sport's most colourful characters, competed as an opposition rider many times at the Bradford venue. And he was one
BRIAN Fletcher never thought he would ever join a slimming group. Not only did he think such groups were made up of women, but he did not think he needed to lose weight. “I didn’t think I was that big,” says the train driver. But his outlook
ONE MALE was seriously injured and taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries following a three-vehicle crash just outside of Queensbury, police said. Firefighters from Odsal and Bradford were called to Highgate Road at around 3.45pm,
FIRE crews dealing with an incident in a city centre building have accessed the roof in search of smoke. Firefighters arrived at the customer service centre at Brittania House, Hall Ings, to reports of a smoky electrical fitting. Two fire engines
A cricket club is "hoping for the best" for its President following a serious accident overseas. Charles Dracup is currently in a coma and on a ventilator in a hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa. The 59-year-old broke his neck on December
BULLS have signed Dan Waite-Pullan from Super League neighbours Leeds Rhinos on a one-year deal. The 21-year-old will don the red, amber and black once more - having played for the club’s Academy prior to moving to Headingley in 2017. Waite-Pullan
IT has been almost a month since Bradford Dragons were last on the court, with that game resulting in a 100-82 victory over the Derby Trailblazers. Up next for the ninth-seeded side is Leicester Warriors, who are currently eighth in the standings
Shortly after Ciaran Spencer was sentenced, James Etherington’s family issued a statement: “James was only 24 years old when his life was so cruelly taken away, he had a real zest for life and bright future ahead of him. “James was a wonderful
This extraordinary dash-cam footage shows the horrifying moment a motorbike rider was flung into the air after being hit by a motorist driving on the wrong side of the road. The 35-year-old rider was hit head-on by a driver travelling 70mph who
RED Star Belgrade have confirmed they intend to apply to the Rugby Football League for a place in League One, possibly as soon as 2021. The Serbian club played in the Challenge Cup in 2019 and say they are now in the process of raising sufficient
TRADITIONALLY, the first few weeks after Christmas and New Year and are quiet periods for many and that includes shows and act. But we have managed to find a few things that might take your fancy which are taking place in Bradford this weekend
THE T&A's chief sports writer Simon Parker discusses Eoin Doyle's inevitable return to City from Swindon, and muses on whether it will work out for him and the team. Sports editor Mike Crowther also questions how the Bantams will line up when
THE squads have been announced for what promises to be an emotional friendly between Leeds Rhinos and Bradford Bulls at Headingley on Sunday. The game had long been pencilled in as a testimonial for Rhinos stalwart Jamie Jones-Buchanan, but will
IT will be a weekend of two halves as heavy rain on Saturday makes way for a drier and sunnier Sunday. No weather warnings are in place for Bradford this weekend, according to the Met Office. Friday Today will be dry but colder than earlier
Ciaran Spencer’s conviction for manslaughter at Bradford Crown Court this afternoon will have repercussions throughout the door security industry. Spencer, a nightclub bouncer working at the now-defunct Bijou club in Bingley, was found guilty of
CITY left back Jackson Longridge has joined Torquay United on an initial one-month loan. The Scot has failed to make an impact at Valley Parade, making just four competitive appearances having signed from Dunfermline Athletic in the summer on a
SPECIALIST business property advisor, Christie & Co has announced the sale of 57 Dental Care, a large mixed dental practice in Cleckheaton, to first-time buyers. Set in a large, detached character property, the well-established practice comprises
LEADING accountancy firm, BHP, has announced a record month after winning 10 new clients worth nearly £500,000 in total. The client wins, which include prestigious companies from the timber and flooring markets as well as the professional services
BRADFORD’S number one sex issue has been revealed as part of a national survey. A study by health subscription service, EveAdam has revealed the UK’s biggest cities problems with bedroom activity. Top Sex Issues in the UK’s Biggest Cities (
HERE is a first look at stars Helen Miren and Jim Broadbent as they started filming on The Duke movie in Bradford this week. The Duke is set in 1961, following Kempton Bunton, a 60-year-old taxi driver, who stole Goya’s portrait of the Duke of
TECHNOLOGY and search giant Microsoft and Leeds-based online marketing company Infoserve are to host a free digital marketing workshop for Yorkshire businesses. Microsoft and Infoserve are hosting the exciting free workshop at Duke Studios in Leeds
A DOORMAN at the Bijou Nightclub in Bingley has been jailed for four years for killing a man he ejected using a dangerous choke hold. Ciaran Spencer, 25, was this afternoon unanimously convicted by a jury at Bradford Crown Court of the manslaughter
HEARTFELT tributes have been paid to an elderly man who died after being hit by a truck. Valentine Hannan, 81, was struck on Westgate, Heckmondwike, on Wednesday afternoon. He was rushed to Leeds General Infirmary with serious injuries, but sadly
JOHN Kear’s first reaction on seeing Rob Burrow step on a rugby pitch was to smirk. The slight figure, all 5ft 4in of him, turning out for the Leeds academy against a young Sheffield side did not cause the Eagles head coach much consternation.
THE VISITOR centre at Ogden Water has been closed after a break-in. Raiders damaged two doors, broke locks, damaged the coffee machine and ransacked the interior on Thursday night. They took the float for the till, donations from the Christmas
CIARAN Spencer has been found guilty in the Bingley Bijou nightclub manslaughter trial. Read the latest here.
DRIVERS are being warned that parts of the M606 southbound will be closed overnight for roadworks from next month. Highways England say the closures will enable carriageway resurfacing, road markings, sign renewal and island removal works to be
TRACY Brabin MP has demanded the Government take real action to cut the ties between sport and the gambling industry, after more than 30 FA Cup matches were only available to watch through bookmakers Bet365. Just two matches in the FA Cup third
REPORTS of UFO activity in Bradford over the last five years have included a fast-moving oblong object with flashing lights over Horton Bank Top and a craft-like white ball near Wyke. Since the start of 2015, police in the city have recorded three
BRADFORD City are back on the road again this weekend, and it is another lengthy trip down south, as they take on Crawley Town in League Two. The Sussex side sit 16th in the league, with their biggest problem being that they can't stop drawing.
BRADFORD City Women's first team travel to Durham Cestria hoping to translate their recent cup form into league points. Last time out, the Bantams hit double figures at home to Thackley FC Ladies in a 10-2 West Riding County Cup victory. On Sunday
DETECTIVES investigating incidents of disorder inside and outside Leeds United’s stadium during their match with Birmingham City have released a further batch of images of suspects they want to identify. Last month, officers from Leeds, with support
POLICE have issued an image of a person they would like to identify. It is in relation to a theft from a shop that occurred in Bradford. The incident happened on Thursday, January 9. If you have any information that could help police, you
BUILDING work on an ambitious, £2.5 million extension to Birkenshaw’s BBG Academy has been completed. In a build project managed by construction consultancy MAC, the new facilities include 12 classrooms for a range of subjects, an extended dining
POLICE have used a drone to find a wanted male in Shipley. Operation Steerside officers said they were out "all over West Royd" this morning. They teeted: "Thanks to plenty of boots on the ground and the help of @WYP_Drones the male was located
THE BANTAMS are hoping to pump up the volume when they trial an ‘atmosphere section’ at home to Leyton Orient. Sections of the upper tier of the North West Corner stand will be made available to fans keen to participate on Saturday, March 14 (3pm
AN elderly man who died after being hit by a truck has been named. Valentine Hannan, 81, was struck on Westgate, Heckmondwike, on Wednesday afternoon. He was rushed to Leeds General Infirmary with serious injuries, but sadly died. A West
PUB giant Wetherspoon is planning a £1 million expansion of its branch in Bingley town centre. The company has this week submitted a planning application to expand The Myrtle Grove on Main Street into a neighbouring unit - the former Natwest bank
POLICE are appealing for information after a schoolgirl reported being approached by a man in Guiseley. The 10-year-old girl had been walking home from school at about 3.30pm yesterday and was in Park Road, near to its junction with Bradford Road
AN investment panel has agreed to fund the conversion of a Bradford city centre building into housing. The heritage building will become commercial space and 150 flats thanks to the £3 million grant from West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Details
THE latest edition of our weekly look back through the T&A picture archives includes a former Bradford City and Huddersfield Town midfielder. Can you spot him and do you remember any of the other players? GREEN MAN 1996: Back (left to right
BRADFORD City's Eoin Doyle has won League Two's Player of the Month Award...despite playing a grand total of zero minutes for the Bantams in that time. Of course, Doyle won the award for his goalscoring exploits at City's promotion rivals Swindon
The latest news from around the local angling scene. SALTAIRE AA Last week's pike match was dominated by Ben Fox weighing in three pike of 3lb 5oz, 9lb 6oz and 6lb 3oz. There will be another match on Sunday, January 19. Anyone interested in taking
TRAINS between Keighley and Skipton have been cancelled while emergency services deal with an incident. Train operator Northern has said a person has been struck by a train near Steeton. The incident was reported by rail staff at 8.55am. British
WORK has begun to improve the lives of young people and make Bradford a UNICEF "Child Friendly City." Bradford Council has agreed with partners to work towards gaining the status, and Community status for the wider District. It would help make
THE community of Skipton and beyond has wholeheartedly thrown itself behind a fundraiser for a little boy who was struck down with meningococcal meningitis before Christmas. Seven-year-old Water Street School pupil Luke Mortimer, a keen rugby player
LATEST: Trains cancelled after person struck by train near Steeton DUE to the emergency services dealing with an incident between Keighley and Skipton all lines are blocked. Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or
CUSTOMERS of TK Maxx and Homesense are being urged to bring back some DW home candles with wooden wicks because of a risk of choking from an excessive amount of toxic smoke. They are model numbers 138160, 138666, 138677 and 138723, sold with different
A STOLEN Audi has been recovered today in the Heaton area of Bradford with false number plates. West Yorkshire Police's Roads Policing Unit said that the vehicle had been stolen in a burglary. They tweeted: "We have just located it on false plates
The Bradford Libraries Rhyme Challenge sees parents with children under five learning five rhymes together to receive a certificate from the Bookstart Bear. Over 7,000 people in Bradford, took part in the challenge last year and Bradford Libraries
MORE THAN a thousand people were arrested in West Yorkshire in 2019 due to automatic number plate recognition cameras. There were is 1,067 arrests for burglary, robbery, vehicle theft and other acquisitive crime. A total of 38 missing persons
A DRIVER has been given a ticket for having two bald tyres in Bradford. West Yorkshire Police's Roads Policing Unit stopped the vehicle initially due to the driver failing to wear his seatbelt. But then on inspection the vehicle had two defective
THE MAIN road through Pool-in-Wharfedale has reopened following a serious crash. A car and motorbike were in collision on the A658 Main Street, near the Shell garage by Pool Bridge, just before 7.30am on Friday, January 10. The motorcyclist
A DRIVER using his mobile phone in Bradford was "disgruntled" when stopped by police. An officer said that the motorist was blatantly on his mobile phone when he drove past. She tweeted: "He is then disgruntled when I stop him and issue him
A VOLKSWAGEN Golf was seized from its disqualified driver in Bradford last night. Operation Steerside officers said tickets had been issued for mobile phone use, section 59 warnings issued to anti-social drivers and "lots more besides". Police
Check out our game preview as the Bantams are on the road again to Crawley. Kick-off: Saturday, January 11 (3pm) Venue: People's Pension Stadium Possible line-ups CRAWLEY GK Glenn Morris, RB Josh Cogley, CH Jordan Tunnicliffe, CH Tom
Eyes to the skies, the first full moon of 2020 will be visible on Friday night across the UK - weather permitting. Should we have clear skies, you will be able to see January's wolf moon in all its glory from around 7.21pm on Friday. And we're
FREE rugby sessions for women and girls are being launched in the district, to encourage more females to try the sport. The Warrior Camps, starting this weekend at clubs including Keighley and Horsforth RFC, offer a chance to try a new fitness regime
A STEEL and timber firm has stepped in to returf a patch of a junior football pitch that was vandalised. Part of Cleck Sporting Juniors' pitch, in Mann Dam Park, off Spen Lane, in Cleckheaton, was left scorched on Sunday, January 5. A bunch
WEST Bowling head coach Ryan Hunkin is excited ahead of his side's tantalising Challenge Cup First Round clash at Featherstone Lions this weekend, saying that their opponents' current status offers the perfect test. Fev gained promotion into the
COMMUTERS should start seeing private car travel as “a last resort”, according to new recommendations into how the city can combat climate change. The Leeds Climate Change Jury was set up following Leeds City Council’s climate emergency declaration
The Royal Mail is dipping heavily into 80s and 90s nostalgia with its latest set of 8 limited-edition stamps. They're up for preorder now and each one features a classic UK-made videogame - how many did you play? 2nd class: Elite (1984)
SARAH Goggin had never been to a pantomime when she landed the title role in Cinderella at the Alhambra in 2017. She’s been back here ever since - as Princess Jasmine in Aladdin last year and this year as Snow White, alongside Billy Pearce, Steps
Nowadays popping down to the gym after a hard day’s work is a commonplace event. With an abundance of fitness apps, 24-hour gyms, and a vast amount of celebrity endorsed diets, getting fit has never been easier, or has it? Judging by this picture
A NEW Deputy Lieutenant of West Yorkshire says she is "honoured" at the appointment. Gill Arnold JP, who is Deputy Chairman of the West Yorkshire Magistrates' Bench, was born and educated in Bradford. She became a magistrate in 2003 and has
PEOPLE are being urged to make 2020 the year of shopping local. The call comes from Jackie Mulligan, the founder of award-winning ShopAppy.com, which was founded in Saltaire back in 2016 to fight for the revival of the British high street.
MARK Bower's Bradford (Park Avenue) are finally playing against a team in the bottom half of the Vanarama National League North, but he has warned that tomorrow's game at 16th-placed Hereford will prove no easier than their festive clashes with Spennymoor
CONNOR Wood’s new year resolution began with the first kick of the ball in pre-season. City’s left back continues to flourish in a regular role in Gary Bowyer’s promotion plans. Only keeper Richard O’Donnell has started more games than Wood,
BRADFORD & BINGLEY, who face Moortown in North One East tomorrow, will have to manage for the rest of the season without their Tongans, who have gone or are going back home. Bees head coach Hugh Gumbs explained: "We are already without our second
WIBSEY know that they will have to improve their discipline when they face Baildon at Jenny Lane tomorrow in Yorkshire Division Three (2.15). The Villagers lost the first 'Des Christie derby' of the season (he played for both clubs and is often
SAM Hallas has described Rob Burrow as one of the nicest guys in rugby league as the Bulls prepare for their fund-raising friendly against Leeds. Sunday’s game at Headingley will be played in front of a sell-out crowd of around 20,000 and is being
GARY Bowyer believes City can put the Eoin Doyle sideshow behind them once he gets back playing again. The striker was back training at Apperley Bridge yesterday for the first time after the Bantams cut short his season-long loan with League Two
A VITAL appeal begins today urging more men in Bradford to start donating blood this year due to an imbalance in the gender of new donors. During 2019, only 43 per cent of the new donors in Bradford were men. Until the end of November, 694 women
