Stories for 14 February 2008

Bradford Telegraph And Argus News

Decision not to re-admit patient 'was wrong'

A coroner said health bosses should have listened to a psychiatric patient's pleas to be allowed back in to hospital weeks before he was found dead.   more...

Stage is set for stately Kimberley show!

Bradford's pop princess Kimberley Walsh and her Girls Aloud bandmates have announced a one-off open air gig in West Yorkshire.   more...

Appeal reissued on missing Sajid

Valentine's Day marked the first anniversary of the disappearance of Bradford businessman Sajid Saddique.   more...

Man cleared of supplying methadone

A 32-year-old man has been found not guilty of supplying methadone to an acquaintance who collapsed hours later.   more...

First the Asbo, now the Posbo

You've heard of Asbos but what about Posbos?   more...

Man cleared of rape charge

A 34-year-old man walked from Bradford Crown Court yesterday after a jury cleared him of attempting to rape a prostitute.   more...

New plea to save language courses

The University of Bradford is to close its postgraduate programme in interpreting and translation in what could be a final blow for its modern languages department.   more...

How you Cannes meet the film stars

Filmmakers in the Bradford district are being given a chance to network at one of the biggest events on the movie calendar.   more...

Family’s plea to avoid deportation to Algeria

A fighting fund has been launched to help an Algerian family in their battle against deportation from the UK.   more...

Smoke alarm warning

Firefighters are urging householders to ensure they have working smoke alarms after a recent house fire in Ilkley which could have been avoided.   more...

Sex assault trial postponed

A 37-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting two women has had his trial at Bradford Crown Court postponed.   more...

Grace goes into freefall at 16!

A teenager has become one of the youngest people to make a solo parachute jump after taking inspiration from her dad.   more...

Smart way to beat the thieves

State-of-the-art security dev- ices which spray thieves and cash with an ultra violet detectable dye have been fitted to a company's security vans in a joint scheme with West Yorkshire Police.   more...

Check out the store changes in city

The face of food shopping in Bradford city centre is to undergo a transformation as one national retailer arrives and another prepares to leave.   more...

Cat attack left Dominic in hospital

A stray cat attack has left a burly builder in a hospital bed on a drip.   more...

Why do ‘talented’ pupils drift away?

The proportion of gifted and talented pupils in Bradford schools remains above the regional average in the primary sector, but drops away when children move-up to secondary level, new figures reveal.   more...

Learner driver 'ashamed'

Police who saw a man drive off after eating a take away meal in Bingley Main Street found he had been drinking, magistrates heard.   more...

Drug accused remanded in custody

A 37 year-old man has been remanded in custody accused of the illegal production of cannabis at a house in Keighley.   more...

Hundreds of letters dumped in grave

The Royal Mail has started an inquiry after "hundreds" of undelivered letters were found dumped in a desecrated grave.   more...

Every window on bus broken by youths

Bus passengers on a service into Bradford were left "shocked and shaken" after witnessing one of the "most serious" incidents of vandalism ever carried out on a First bus.   more...

Atam is now a keen knitter

At the age of 70, Atma Trasi from Shipley has started knitting.   more...

Diamond design is set to shine

It was probably the most poignant assignment in his artistic career.   more...

Drug dealer locked up

A skunk cannabis dealer caught in a drugs den at his home has been locked up for 12 months.   more...

Helping pupils to aim for the stars

A space centre in Keighley could play a role in training the UK's next astronaut.   more...

Rise in birth defects 'is top priority'

The increased rates of birth defects among children from marriages between first cousins is recognised as an issue for Bradford and is a top priority for the district, say health workers.   more...

‘We won’t let Derek’s death be in vain’

The family of a psychiatric patient found dead after he was refused admission to hospital are battling to ensure health chiefs never make the same mistake again.   more...

City fans holding race night

Bradford City Supporters Trust is staging a Night at the Races at Valley Parade tonight with special guest Stuart McCall in attendance.   more...

Chef’s opening just for starters

A celebrity chef will cook up a storm to mark the opening of Bingley's new £1 million town square.   more...

Woman hurt in collision

An elderly woman was taken to Bradford Royal Infirmary earlier today after being struck in Manchester Road.   more...

Police need more dogs

Police are looking for unwanted pups to join them in the dog house.   more...

Police in double robbery appeal

Officers from Keighley CID are appealing for witnesses following two street robberies in the Shipley area in the last week.   more...

Minister to visit ‘squalor’ homes

The Housing Minister is to visit Keighley to see for himself the state of homes branded by tenants as "squalid."   more...

Messy dog owners being targeted

Dog owners in Keighley who fail to clean up after their pets face a £50 on-the-spot fine.   more...

Age is worry for under-20s

The top issue of concern for the under-20s is their age, according to research from The Employers Forum on Age (EFA), a think tank committed to eradicating ageism in the workplace.   more...

Man facing drugs trial

Mohammed Nasim, of View Road, Keighley, was committed for trial at Bradford Crown Court by Bingley magistrates yesterday to face a series of drug-related offences.   more...

Cleared students may return to university

Four Bradford University students, freed on appeal after being jailed for becoming "intoxicated" by extremist propaganda, could be allowed to return here to study.   more...

Taxi-robbery dad is jailed for six years

A father-of-three has been sentenced to six years in jail for robbing two cabbies.   more...

Teenage girl admits filming fatal attack

A teenage girl has admitted filming the death of a Keighley man who was killed by her friends in a so-called "happy slapping" attack.   more...

Fears over rice price rise

The soaring price of rice will mean Bradford curry fans will have to pay more for their favourite dish, industry experts have warned.   more...

Police score with youth tournament

A children's football tournament organised by police proved to be a resounding success.   more...

Warning as store removes salmon

Morrisons has announced the removal of a consignment of Fresh Scottish Salmon from its shelves.   more...

Quango 'southern bias' revealed

Bradford and other areas in Yorkshire are significantly under-represented on quangos - non-departmental Gove-rnment bodies - according to research published today.   more...

Cocaine found on mum

The mother of a two-year-old girl accused police of being on a "power trip" when they came to her home following complaints of a row.   more...

Bradford Telegraph And Argus Sport

Home comfort for Baildon duos

Host club Baildon had the leading two couples in the latest Bradford Winter Alliance fixture.   more...

Angling Lines

All the latest from the local angling scene.   more...

Craven Herald News

Award honour for teenagers

Two public-spirited youngsters from Skipton have been praised by the Yorkshire Housing Group - and have been given a unique award.   more...

Will's Alaskan adventure

A student from Sutton will realise a dream when he visits Alaska this summer with the Yorkshire Schools Exploring Society.   more...

Charity shoot raises £1,100

Coniston Shooting Ground has been going out with all guns blazing in the name of charity.   more...

Fury over selection decision

Parents are furious after education bosses decided not to change the selection process for Skipton's grammar schools.   more...

Trains facing the scrapheap

Two train enthusiasts could see their efforts of the past 10 years consigned to the scrapheap - literally.   more...

Village free of roadworks at last

Cross Hills is finally a roadworks-free zone.   more...

Post office closures confirmed

The Post Office has announced two Craven branches will be closing - despite admitting mistakes had been made in its access reports.   more...

Pupils turn back the clock

These boys were sent "over the top" to try to experience an inkling of what life was like for a World War One soldier.   more...

Police issue car theft warning

Owners of expensive cars in South Craven have been told to beware of thieves.   more...

Bid to ban lorries from car park

Lorries could be banned from Skipton's High Street car park.   more...

Controversial homes plan approved

Councillors said they felt like they had a pistol held against their heads when they approved a controversial housing scheme in Hellifield.   more...

Share a lift with a theatre fan

A novel way for people to get to see shows in Settle has just been announced.   more...

Director of TIC quits

A director of Settle Tourist Information Centre (TIC) has resigned because he is concerned about the imminent takeover of the facility by Craven District Council.   more...

Carl's smart new venture

Entrepreneur Carl Holme has come up with a "smart" idea for his car.   more...

Air ambulance rescues injured worker

A worker was dramatically rescued by the North West Air Ambulance yesterday after part of a ceiling collapsed on him.   more...

Cricket club looks to the future

One of the oldest established cricket clubs in Yorkshire is looking to the future by expanding its facilities.   more...

Anger at £80,000 'loss' of fireworks event

Barnoldswick's annual Fireworks Fantasia has been accused of "blowing" an astronomical £80,000 over two years.   more...

Council cutbacks planned

Pendle Borough Council should consider axing senior managers as part of proposed cutbacks, say opposition councillors.   more...

Decision due on Settle Festival

The jury is out on the future of a controversial music and arts festival in the district.   more...

Craven Herald Sport

Uffindall set to make his mark at Upper Wharfedale

It has been a very busy off season up at Wood Lane as Upper Wharfedale Cricket Club prepare for a vast improvement on the precarious finish to the end of last year's campaign.   more...

Shepherd named as England team manager

EMBSAY-born instructor Robin Shepherd, 29, has been named as manager of the England team.   more...

Ilkley Gazette News

Ilkley cafe bar plan causes unrest

A PLAN to turn a former restaurant into a café bar is causing huge unrest among residents, claimed a councillor this week.   more...

Ilkley magistrate backs call for drug law change

AN Ilkley magistrate has welcomed a move by senior police officers to urge the Government to change the law over cannabis use.   more...

Ilkley post office closure angers residents and businesses

ANGER and disappointment this week greeted the confirmation that an Ilkley post office is to close.   more...

Protesting pensioner disrupts Ilkley appeal launch

A BATTLING Addingham pensioner gate-crashed the launch of a fighting fund to help asylum seekers with her own protest about the treatment of old people.   more...

Menston and Burley-in-Wharfedale fear crime rise

Crime levels in two Wharfe-dale villages could increase as a result of a police shake-up in the area.   more...

Work experience turns into a job for Ilkley girl

AN Ilkley graduate turned a few weeks work experience into a full time job with one of the town's estate agents.   more...

Ilkley Labour MP opens Wright Wing

A NEW extension at the Ilkley Centre for the over 50s has been opened by the town's MP Ann Cryer.   more...

Burley Woodhead crisp firm boss appeals against road decision

A crisp company boss has lodged a planning appeal after his application to retain a new section of private drive was turned down.   more...

Ilkley fall woman still awaiting cash from council

AN elderly Ilkley woman is still awaiting compensation for a fall she blames on broken pavements in Ilkley.   more...

Ilkley man is the new face of famous fashion house

An Ilkley pin-up has been chosen as the face of global fashion house Ralph Lauren.   more...

Councillor claims silent majority favour new Ilkley store

A SILENT majority of Ilkley residents are in favour of plans for a larger Tesco supermarket on Railway Road, a parish councillor has claimed.   more...

Keighley News News

Riddlesden flats plan rejected

Plans to turn a derelict warehouse at Riddlesden into flats have been rejected.   more...

Denholme's deputy mayor stands down

The deputy town mayor of Denholme who has admitted working while claiming more than £5,000 in benefits, has resigned from teh town council.   more...

Girl, 15, filmed death of Keighley man

A teenage girl has admitted filming the death of a Keighley man who was killed by her friends in a so-called "happy slapping" attack.   more...

Alternatives to going to casualty

A campaign has been launched by the district's GPs to raise awareness of options available to the public in health emergencies.   more...

Community church raises £1000 for hospital

Women members of a church have raised more than £1,000 for the Airedale Hospital children's unit appeal. Fundraisers from the Worth Valley Community Church officially handed over the cash to a representative from the hospital on Sunday. The women collected the money through staging a Christmas fair. The event was organised by Christine Hyslop, from Crossflatts, helped by women from the church's New Shoots arts and craft group.   more...

Keighley's Junior gym is in big demand

Hundreds of young people have been making the most of a gym especially aimed at the under 16s.   more...

Station is target for car vandals

A British Transport Police officer has said that Steeton and Silsden Railway Station is being monitored for anti-social behaviour.   more...

Old Bronte school names shortlisted

Two former teachers at the former Brontë Middle School are about to chalk-up a place in history.   more...

Silsden road is like a rac track say dads

More than 350 Silsden residents are petitioning for greater road safety for their children when walking to school.   more...

School road is like a race track, say dads

More than 350 Silsden residents are petitioning for greater road safety for their children when walking to school.   more...

Number of yobbish acts on trains is cut

Anti-social behaviour on the district's rail network has been slashed.   more...

Community centre must find cash for repairs

Braithwaite residents must find cash to repair their damaged community centre.   more...

Table tennis set bats round ideas

Community workers now go for a paddle when they want to talk about their work.   more...

Taking lead to welcome breasfeeding mums

Breastfeeding mums are being welcomed at Keighley Leisure Centre.   more...

Drop-in days at Castle to identify artefacts

People are being given the chance to have light shed on archaeological finds.   more...

Keighley News Sport

Keighley’s relegation worries deepen

Sheffield 12 Keighley 0   more...

Back Chat

This week I'd like to talk a little bit about a great experience for two of our local footballers.   more...

Galaxy dream comes to an end

TWO Keighley area footballers have missed out on the chance to play with David Beckham at Major League Soccer club LA Galaxy.   more...

Cougars aim to correct defensive errors

Keighley Cougars head coach Barry Eaton is targeting an improvement in defence when his side travel north for their Northern Rail Cup tie against Workington on Sunday.   more...

Sarah's a champion in the making!

Young Sarah Johnson is showing some star qualities as the Oakworth girl won two silver medals at the Wellow House Open Table Tennis Tournament in Nottingham at the weekend.   more...

Reilly’s brace nets victory for Silsden

Silsden 2 Winsford United 1   more...

Shepherd to mangage England team

A Thai boxing instructor from Steeton has been named as manager of the England Thai boxing team.   more...

Wharfedale Observer News

Menston and Burley-in-Wharfedale fear crime rise

Crime levels in two Wharfe-dale villages could increase as a result of a police shake-up in the area.   more...

Burley Woodhead crisp firm boss appeals against road decision

A crisp company boss has lodged a planning appeal after his application to retain a new section of private drive was turned down.   more...

Guiseley group opposes company bid to build houses

A group which campaigns to protect Guiseley from over-development is opposing a scheme to build a nursing home and houses in the town.   more...

Closure of Bramhope road sparks row

BRAMHOPE councillors are protesting about being kept in the dark' about a road closure that will start on Monday and last at least three weeks.   more...

Otley Show will be hit by Blue Tongue restrictions

CATTLE and sheep displays at this year's 199th Otley Show look certain to be hit by continuing restrictions aimed at combating the spread of Blue Tongue.   more...

Homes plan for Horsforth mill site rejected

An application to build 91 homes at the site of a former mill in Horsforth has been officially refused.   more...

Walk gives Horsforth residents a say in design statement

People in Horsforth are being offered the chance to shape their area's future by taking part in an event which is essential to the formulation of a design statement.   more...

Otley councillor backs 'zero tolerance' call

AN OTLEY councillor has backed calls for a zero tolerance' approach to be adopted over attacks on firefighters.   more...

Pool family recall tree fall horror

A YOUNG family have spoken of the moment time stood still' and part of a huge tree crashed down in front of their car.   more...

Otley mum in safety protest after son is injured

A MOTHER is urging council chiefs to install a new road crossing after her son was knocked down near Prince Henry's Grammar School.   more...

Wharfedale Observer Sport

Otley athletes enjoy club handicap race

On Sunday morning, 17 members of Otley Athletic Club took part in the second club handicap race of 2008 over a mixed road and trail race around the Harewood Estate.   more...

Ilkley Harriers line up in half marathon

FIVE members of Ilkley Harriers lined up for the Liversedge Half Marathon on Sunday, a tough course meant finish times were of secondary importance.   more...

Sian adds 1500m to her tally

Fresh from her success at the Gateshead and Whickham Burns Meet Ilkley swimmer Sian Morgan competed for the first time in the gruelling 1500m freestyle.   more...

  
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