In her first appearance since the Duke of Edinburgh thanksgiving service The Queen looked all smiles today. In a rare public appearance, the head of state was pictured at the Royal Windsor Horse Show where her horse was named supreme champion.
AN Ilkley man has been fined after stealing meat worth £143.91 from the town's M&S. Michael Christopher Seed, 33, of Collyer View, Leeds Road, Ilkley, appeared at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates' Court on Friday, May 6, charged with theft
BRADFORD Bulls Women's head coach Shaun Flynn has named his side to take on Featherstone Rovers on Sunday in the season's opening fixture (5:15 pm). The game will take place after the conclusion of the men's fixture against York City Knights (3
THE family of a dad of three who died following a collision with a car at Horsforth has paid tribute to a man they described as a perfect father who was full of life. Dean Miles, 49, from Horsforth, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene after
THE West Riding County Women’s Football League will be completing their fixtures over the next two weekends. Although most divisional leaders are confirmed, some final placings are yet to be decided. In County Third, Athletico returned to competitive
SIX vehicles were caught driving at over 50mph in a 30mph zone during speed checks on Rooley Lane in Bradford on Thursday night. A spokesperson for the Bradford South Neighborhood Policing Team said: "Officers from Operation Steerside conducting
BRADFORD BULLDOGS kept their run of ball hockey success for the season going when they won the Under-13 title at the National Finals in Rotherham. The Under-10s came close to matching that success but were edged out in the final by Nottingham,
CITY have announced their release and retain list, with six players confirmed to be departing the club. Callum Cooke, Caolan Lavery, Gareth Evans, Olivier Sukiennicki, Richard O’Donnell and Theo Robinson will all be leaving Valley Parade when their
A serving prisoner is being given the chance of a fresh start after a judge read his letter stating his determination to mend his ways. Connor Greenwood is in prison for assault and not due for release until June 27, Bradford Crown Court heard
A MAN aged 32 who pretended to be a teenager when he was caught tending a commercial skunk cannabis farm has been jailed for 18 months. Vietnamese national Binh Vo gave the police a false name and date of birth after they arrested him hiding in
A NUMBER of Bradford businesses were recognised for ‘their excellent services to the British Asian wedding industry' at a prestigious awards ceremony last night. Business owners from across the country gathered at The Holiday Inn hotel, Bolton,
A “greedy” Bradford businessman who used his convenience store premises as a cover for a drugs supply operation must now hand over almost £81,000 or face an extra year behind bars. When married father-of-six Rafiq Khan, 30, was jailed for more
Dame Deborah James has revealed the heartbreakingly beautiful ways she will celebrate family milestones for years to come. Columnist Deborah, 40, has taken the public on her journey since first being diagnosed with stage-four bowel cancer in
A man is to be tried in June next year accused of causing the deaths of an elderly couple by dangerous driving. Uzain Isa, 23, is charged with two counts of causing death by dangerous driving, dating back to the fatal crash at Hartshead Moor on
An Army veteran inspired by Captain Sir Tom Moore has embarked on an 870-mile run in just 17 days to raise money for charity. Bradford's Eddie Towler set off on Friday from John o’Groats in Scotland and aims to run an average of 55 miles a day
Research & Development (R&D) tax relief is one of the most generous corporate tax reliefs offered by the UK Government, but many businesses miss out as they wrongly believe they are not eligible to apply. The stereotype has long been that R
BULLS have named their squad for the clash with York at Odsal this weekend. And they have been handed a real boost, with the return of three players from injury. George Flanagan (thumb), Chester Butler (quad) and Billy Jowitt (calf and ankle
POLICE investigating an attempt burglary in Kirklees have issued an image of some males they would like to identify. It happened in Oxford Road, Gomersal, in the early hours of 12 April, when suspects are believed to have tried entering a property
YEADON older people’s charity AVSED opened its doors to the community as it hosted a relaunch celebrating its new logo, new staff team, and new activities and services programme. Based at the Nunroyd Pavilion in Nunroyd Park, and celebrating its
An electrician was sexually harassed when a supervisor called him a “bald c***” an employment tribunal has ruled. Tony Finn was working for the British Bung Company, in Mirfield, when he clashed with factory supervisor Jamie King three years ago
A locally-born star says he hopes a forthcoming major wrestling show in the UK will be ‘fight night’ for him. Luke Menzies stars as superstar Ridge Holland in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The organisation is set to hold a major show, called
CHILDREN in Batley are calling out local dog owners for letting their pets roam off lead and not clearing up after them. Year Three and Six pupils at Healey Junior & Infants School produced posters about dog-fouling and dogs being off-lead, the
Gogglebox stars Jenny and Lee are fan favourites and were greatly missed from last week's episode. Fan's were curious as to why the pair were missing and even more so when Jenny missed the TV baftas in the week. But during the week Lee let
A TAXI driver must pay a council £1,000 after his appeal against his licence being revoked failed. Sharaz Hussain, 41, of Manor Road in the Keighley area, found out the decision at York Magistrates' Court on Wednesday. The 41-year-old had his
A DECKING and cladding company has reported the sharpest growth in stockist numbers since it was founded. Composite Prime, based in The Grove, Ilkley, has reported the sharpest growth in stockists since its inception in 2015. The brand, which
The entire executive committee of Wakefield’s local Labour group has resigned in a row over the party’s candidate selection for an upcoming by-election. The constituency Labour Party’s executive say they are quitting en masse in protest at the
A MAN tragically killed in a crash on a major road has been named locally as Dean Miles. Flowers have been left at the scene on Broadway, Horsforth, along with heartbreaking messages. Tributes have also been paid on social media following
BRIGHOUSE Art Circle members will be having a workshop based on mountains and lakes. The group’s latest session will be held on Thursday, May 19, from 7.30pm. New members of all abilities and ages will be warmly welcomed at the friendly Brighouse
A BRADFORD man has been recognised for his work in the community after being nominated for a national award. Tony Tokunbo Eteka Fernandez, who lives in Wyke, has been shortlisted at the National Diversity Awards. Tony runs Bradford community
LATEST NEWS: Flights out of Leeds-Bradford Airport delayed this morning with one over an hour late LEEDS Bradford Airport (LBA) has urged anyone looking for work to consider the job opportunities it has available. It comes amid chaos and “snaking
"Bicentenary Doors" have been officially opened at the Bridge United Reformed Church in Otley. The Moderator of the Yorkshire Synod of the United Reformed Church, Reverend Jamie Kissack formally opened the new front doors, to be known as the "Bicentenary
A TWICE-postponed transport festival will take place in early June. Keighley in Motion – which has been three years in the planning, but had the brakes applied twice due to lockdown – is being held on June 2 and 3. There will be a host of free
A FURTHER 17 Covid-19-related hospital deaths have been reported over the last seven days in Bradford hospitals. According to the latest NHS figures, 12 further deaths were reported by Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust between May
A West Yorkshire family who lost eight loved ones in a devastating arson attack on their home have gathered to remember them on the 20th anniversary of the crime. Members of the Chishti family attended at a family memorial statue at St John’s Church
DETECTIVES investigating missile throwing incidents at Leeds United’s game against Manchester United at Elland Road are renewing their appeal to identify four remaining suspects. Six out the ten suspects have now been identified following previous
AN 18-year-old barber has been cutting hair in Bradford’s City Park to raise money for charity Mujjy Razaque from Undercliffe wanted to do something for his community during Ramadan, so started giving out haircuts to people in need at Bradford's
THE PROGRAMME for a popular Bradford festival celebrating the past, present and future of film has now been announced. Widescreen Weekend will return to the National Science and Media Museum in October, and will feature a diverse programme of screen
A 64-YEAR-OLD man is due to appear in Bradford Magistrates today after being charged with 14 offences that relate to indecently exposing himself in a town centre. Paul Smith, of Gorton Fold, Bolton, was arrested in Halifax town centre yesterday
A NOTORIOUS female fraudster, who was going door to door claiming to need money for essentials, has been arrested and sent back to prison. Officers were alerted to reports on social media of the woman's activity in the Holt Park area of Leeds.
A MAJOR road will be partially closed for the entire day on Sunday for filming purposes. LOOK: Pictures of filming underway on Bingley Bypass A public notice published by Bradford Council has informed residents that there will be a one-way
POLICE investigating an assault that happened in West Yorkshire where a man suffered a head injury have released an image of a male they would like to identify. The incident occurred in Red Laithes Lane, Dewsbury at around 9.30pm on Tuesday, May
OTLEY Live music festival is back this summer, celebrating its second year with a larger and more diverse range of acts. Over 50 bands and artists from an exciting range of rock, indie, folk, electronica, ska/reggae and punk music will be playing at
Teenage girls in Bradford are being asked to shape the future of the nation's parks in a new survey. Campaigning charity Make Space for Girls is embrking on a mission to change parks and public spaces, claiming outdoor facilities don't work for
RESEARCHERS at the University of Bradford and Sheffield Hallam University have collectively secured over £600,000 to support a Leeds-based business become more sustainable. Academics from the University of Bradford’s Faculty of Engineering and
Tesco is the latest supermarket giant to recall a range of chicken products amid fears they could be contaminated with salmonella. Major supermarkets and retailers across the UK have issued an urgent "DO NOT EAT" warning amid food poisoning fears
A PEDESTRIAN was rushed to hospital after they were hit by a vehicle on a key road this morning. The crash occurred on Baildon Road at around 9am. The injured person was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Otley Road was
A 21-YEAR-OLD man has been banned from driving for almost two years after being caught more than twice over the limit. Junaid Khan, 21, of Syringa Avenue in the Sandy Lane area of Bradford, pleaded guilty to driving a motor vehicle while over the
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to locate a missing teenager who was last seen in the Bradford district. Georgia Fennell, 17, was last spotted in Shipley on Thursday night just after 11pm. Kirklees District CID would like to speak to anyone
BRADFORD can look forward to warm, dry and sunny conditions this weekend. Here is a guide to this weekend’s weather in Bradford, starting with today, according to the Met Office. FRIDAY Today will be dry and sunny with temperatures set
A VAN carrying scrap waste including a trampoline was seized in a Bradford suburb as the driver had no licence. West Yorkshire Police's Steerside Enforcement Team worked with Bradford Council's Environmental Enforcement Team on Wednesday in West
A YEADON man has been fined and banned for drink driving. Wayne Craig Adams, 49, of Cricketers Green, Yeadon, appeared at Leeds Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, May 11. He pleaded guilty to driving a vehicle while above the alcohol limit.
JOE Cullen was handed a real opportunity last night in Week 14 of the Premier League Darts in Sheffield, but he failed to make the most of it. With his scheduled quarter-final opponent James Wade missing from last night's competition due to illness
ROYAL Naval veterans and former pupils of Bradford Grammar School attended a memorial service for a Second World War veteran who later taught Russian to British spies in the Cold War. Charles Courtenay Lloyd, who has died aged 102, was honoured
BULLS have allowed prop Samy Kibula to depart on a two-week loan. He will be linking up with their fellow Championship club Dewsbury, who are looking to climb the table after a poor start which has seen them win just two of their first 10 league
POLICE are concerned for the welfare of a teenage boy from Leeds who may have travelled to Bradford. Daouda Dioubate, 16, has been missing for almost a week since May 7 and is suspected to be with known associates throughout the Leeds area.
A LATE licence has been granted to a restaurant that will be opening in a landmark building this Summer. Work to convert the former Melbourne Hotel building on White Abbey Road into a restaurant was approved by Bradford Council last year, and the
A KEY Bradford district road is partially blocked this morning following a crash. There is queueing traffic on A6038 Otley Road in Shipley due to the collision which occurred on B6151 Baildon Road. Police have been approached for a comment.
POLICE have released images of two people to identify in connection with vehicle thefts. The offences happened on Monday, May 2, in the BD14 area of Bradford West. If you recognise either individual, you should call 101, or use the reporting
For the first time ever LEGO has united with Hasbro to reveal the new fully converting LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime set. The set made of over 1,500 LEGO pieces stands at 35cm tall in Robot mode and 15cm in car mode. The iconic Transformers
Straight up, neat or on the rocks - there is only one way to celebrate World Cocktail Day. As if we need an excuse to sip on a Strawberry Daiquiri or pour ourselves another Pornstar Martini but a boozy international celebration is as good a sign
As if we need an excuse to have a cocktail, but this Friday, May 13 we really do have one as it's World Cocktail Day! From margaritas (both spicy and not), martinis and daiquiris, whatever your drink of choice is, this Friday you can pour yourself
With glimpses of sunny days gracing us over the weekend, hopefully the warmer weather is here to stay. With many of us spending the milder days getting the garden ready for summer, you might be thinking about what additions to add this year.
AN EXCITING new supporter has backed Bradford district’s bid to become City of Culture 2025 – with an immediate benefit to the next generation of filmmakers by creating a talent development programme. Internationally renowned film production company
UK holidaymakers planning a trip abroad ithis summer have been warned to expect a “summer of chaos” in airports. Staff shortages are expected to cause mass disruption nationwide as the aviation industry continues to recover from the coronavirus
Asthma sufferers have been told to take precautions as pollen levels rise. The charity Asthma and Lung UK has said that more than three million people in the UK have lung conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Eurovision promises a night of glitter and giggles and here's how you can tune into all of the fun of the grand finale. We have entered the final countdown for the Eurovision Song Contest with the semi-finals already taking place in Italy's Piedmont
Festival season is almost upon us, and after 2 years of delays and cancellations, festival-goers are excited for a summer of music. With so many festivals across the UK and Europe, all promising an incredible experience, it can be a challenge to
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5 letter word in only six attempts. The game
A MALE has been arrested after a pedestrian died following a crash on a major road yesterday afternoon, police have confirmed. The fatal collision occurred at around 1pm on Thursday when a silver Skoda Fabia was travelling on the A6120 Ring Road
Around 33,300 people a year are diagnosed with cancer in Yorkshire and The Humber.* The same amount of people could fill Leeds’ First Direct Arena to capacity more than twice over. So, research into the best ways to prevent, diagnose and treat the
Bradford motorists may face delays on the M606 next week as roadworks get underway. The latest expected works list - with notes from National Highways - shows two closures are set to impact travel in the coming days. But drivers will be able
A FORMER mentoring school will be demolished as part of an industrial development in Bradford. Rise Mentoring was based at Estate House at the top of Ripley Road, although the school shut in 2014. Before it was an education facility, the building
A CITY centre car park can be used by a car sales business - but only for a period of two years. The Paradise Street car park is owned by Bradford Council, and has been set aside as a potential housing site in the authority's City Centre Area Action
YOUTHS taunted a police team as a bike made off from them on a Bradford estate. The Steerside Enforcement Team, which works to tackle the anti-social and criminal use of Bradford's roads said they were in Buttershaw when it happened. The bike
THE Keighley Cougars England Talent Pathway programme, sponsored by Keighley College, was officially launched this week and will run until the first week in August. The launch event saw those who will play on the Under-12’s programme attend an
BRADFORD boxer Amin Jahanzeb has set his sights on a title shot after his upcoming bout on June 18. Jahanzeb is still on the comeback trail from his sole defeat in the professional ranks, a controversial technical decision to Louie Lynn last year
A SALTAIRE micro-brewery is helping to combat plastic pollution in the world’s oceans by launching a new beer. Salt Beer Factory, based on Bingley Road, has launched ‘The Final Straw’ which is being stocked in 500 branches of Tesco from this week
ACKROYD Margaret formerly known as Mollie Blacka Sadly passed away at the Bradford Royal Infirmary on the 3rd May, aged 80 years. A beloved wife of the late James (Jim) Blacka, much loved mum of Robert, Frances, John, Rachel, Ian, Judith, Paul and Jennifer
DARLING Chelseigh Maegan Happy 21st my beautiful granddaughter. Lots of love Nan Maureen. xxx
ALLAN Margaret Margaret's family would like to express their grateful thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy, messages and cards of condolence received during their recent sad loss. Special thanks are extended
BRANNAN Winifred Happy Heavenly birthday Winnie. Today is your birthday in Heaven above, My blessings I send on the wings of a dove. Loving husband Terry xx
DARLING Chelseigh Maegan Happy 21st Sweetheart. Health, wealth and happiness always. All our love now, always and forever Mum, Dad and Luke xxx
BAILEY Brian (known as Del) Suddenly on 28th April, at home with family by his side, Del aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband to Lynn, beloved dad to Jonathan, Jason and Charley, a cherished brother, grandad and a dear friend to many. Will be sadly missed
BRANNAN Winifred You are loved, you are missed, you are remembered. Happy birthday in Heaven Nanna. Your loving granddaughter Jodie. XXX
DARLING Chelseigh Maegan Happy 21st birthday to a wonderful granddaughter and niece. Lots of love from Nana and Grandad Darling, Uncle Nigel and Aunty Gaynor xxx.
BINKS Kenneth Peacefully on 7th May, at home Ken aged 91 years, a dearly loved husband, dad, grandad, brother and uncle. Service and cremation Friday 20th May at Scholemoor at 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Dementia UK. A box will
ALBION Sports are set for a reprieve, with the FA releasing the proposed leagues for next season. Albion finished second-bottom of the Northern Counties East League Premier Division, and were set to go down to Division One as a result, but with
IT WAS a strange start to his City career for Luton loanee Dion Pereira, but the Bantams fans grew rather fond of him in the end. And he has delivered an emotional farewell which suggests he may be open to a return to the club. On Twitter,
THERE were no shocks in the first round of the Halifax League’s Parish Cup, but Premier Division Great Horton Park Chapel had to fight to survive. Second Division Mount scored 161, with Mahmad Kayat (54) and Anees Rawat (41) being the main contributors
BULLS interim head coach Mark Dunning is hopeful that the fans can be the 18th man at Odsal on Sunday against York, as his side look to address their alarming home record. Bradford have only won one competitive home game all season, by one point
