Bradford Telegraph and Argus

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:48:00 +0100
'Everyone’s friend’ - Family tribute to man, 87, killed by HGV in crash
The family of a man who died following a collision involving a heavy goods vehicle in Greetland last month have paid tribute to him.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0100
Plans for £9 million AI 'Smart Tower' with living space in Bradford city centre
A £9 million “smart tower” that will mix residential space with AI focused workspaces has been planned for the outskirts of Bradford city centre.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100
Man with ambitions to become MMA fighter filmed himself raping teen girl
An aspiring MMA fighter who filmed himself raping a teenager in the back of his car has been jailed for eight-and-a-half years at Bradford Crown Court.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:10:00 +0100
NATH'S NATTERS: Divisive decision by Bulls hurts as business and morals clash
Bradford Bulls have brought in former Featherstone Rovers CEO Martin Vickers, with the news unsurprisingly a talking point in rugby league this week.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:05:00 +0100
This 'hidden gem' guest house has just been recognised by the AA with gold award
AN Ilkley guest house has been recognised by the AA for the quality of its food and accommodation following a recent inspection.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:53:11 +0100
Where Bradford City rank in League One for paying agents
CITY spent £370,343 on agent fees in the last year.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0100
Fire-breathing dragon and giant insect spotted in Bradford – what’s going on?
A fire-breathing dragon and a giant insect were spotted in Bradford city centre at the weekend.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0100
Why Bradford Council has blocked this filling station's bid to open 24/7
A bid to open a petrol station 24 hours a day has been blocked by Bradford Council.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0100
£26,000 raised to bring this listed Bradford city centre building back to life
A scheme to bring a listed Bradford city centre building back to life is gathering momentum.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0100
First look at plans for new 'Weaver Network' bus depot in West Yorkshire
Plans have been formally submitted to build a £60m zero-emission bus depot.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100
Ban for owner after dangerous dog attacked postman, BT worker and binman
The owner of a dangerous dog that bit three people has been ordered to pay compensation of £2,500.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Chance to make your own landscape at special workshop
VISITORS to Craven Arts House are being offered the chance to make their very own Yorkshire landscape.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Rebecca finds stylish brands that stand out from the crowd
BORN and raised in Bingley, Rebecca Mallinson - known affectionately to her customers as Bex - turned her love for fashion and styling into a business.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:08:00 +0100
NOSTALGIA: Ambitious Streets hopes to pave path for Bradford speedway glory
Odsal promoter Jim Streets was under pressure and he knew it, as the Bradford Barons headed into the 1975 season.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100
Popular Phoenix Nights character coming to stage in Bradford
Clinton Baptiste, the psychic from Phoenix Nights, brings his SPECTRAL INTERCOURSE UK tour to Bradford’s St George’s Hall on 8 May. Extra dates added to 2027.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Safety warning issued by Northern Powergrid amid rise in home improvement incidents
Northern Powergrid warns DIYers in North East, Yorkshire & Lincolnshire of electrical hazards during National DIY Day. Download their home electricity safety guide.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major manufacturing site faces shutdown as around 450 workers vote to strike over pay
Around 450 Cummins workers in Huddersfield to strike over pay, risking disruption to global supply chains for Volvo, DAF and Scania, says Unite Union.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Robbie Williams tribute show announced at St George's Hall
Let Me Entertain You, a live Robbie Williams tribute show, hits St George’s Hall Bradford for one night only this April. Tickets available now.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two Bradford pubs to host Hoppy Hour this weekend
Bradford pubs join Proper Pubs’ ‘Hoppy Hour’ Easter campaign, offering prizes, drinks deals and Easter egg donations to local charities across Yorkshire.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Digital transformation leader joins board of Bradford NHS trust
Cleveland Henry appointed non-executive director at Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, bringing extensive digital transformation expertise to the NHS board.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New national awareness campaign launches on World Autism Awareness Day
Autistica launches “Autistic. So what?” campaign on World Autism Awareness Day, urging the UK public to rethink assumptions and support autistic people.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major rollout of 92,000 digital devices by water company in this region
Yorkshire Water invests £53m in 92,000 digital monitors to cut pollution, prevent sewer flooding, and boost reliability across its network by 2030.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of bags of rubbish collected in Yorkshire and the Humber clean-up
Litter-pickers across Yorkshire and the Humber pledged to collect 25,316 bags of litter as part of the 2026 Great British Spring Clean.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire researcher reveals humour helps adults navigate aging
North Yorkshire researcher, Heather Heap, has revealed that humour is more than just light relief; it also serves as a vital coping tool.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chatty Café launches at park pavilion offering space for friendly conversation
Age UK Bradford District launches a weekly Chatty Café at The Lodge Café, Bowling Park, offering free, friendly sessions to tackle loneliness and social isolation.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Northern provide update on Easter rail travel this bank holiday
Northern has issued an update to rail passengers on Easter bank holiday journeys.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New partnership modernises traditional family bakery through fresh branding
Leeds Beckett University partners with Haighs Bakery in Guiseley via a Knowledge Transfer Partnership to boost branding, new products & social media growth.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Long-serving solicitor takes the helm at West Yorkshire law firm
Long-serving solicitor, Laura Kurowski, has been appointed managing director at Wilkinson Woodward Solicitors in Halifax.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bradford care homes donate Easter gifts to Airedale Hospital & Community Charity
Spellman Care organisation recently donated Easter gifts to Airedale Hospital & Community Charity.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Singer releases charity single to help fund life-saving surgery for 15-year-old
Mirfield singer Johnny Aspinal releases charity single “2.5 Million Reasons” to support #HopeForHarley, raising funds for UK teen’s life-saving US surgery.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two Bradford streets to close for gas and electricity works
Back New Cross Street and Burlington Avenue in Bradford to close for gas and electrical works, April–May 2024. Council announces temporary road closures.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire Water warns of dangers of swimming in reservoirs
Yorkshire Water warns against swimming in reservoirs and urges visitors to follow the Countryside Code over Easter and Bank Holidays. Safety advice for families.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Veteran comedian Jimmy Cricket to perform in Yorkshire venue
Veteran Irish comedian Jimmy Cricket headlines Silsden Town Hall, Yorkshire, on 10 October with daughter Katie Mulgrew. Comedy Club tickets available now.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bradford Cathedral to hold public conversation on environmental sustainability
Join the Re:Imagine Environmental Conversation at Bradford Cathedral on 24 April. Explore climate change solutions with experts, creativity and community.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Housing association in the running for four awards
Manningham Housing Association shortlisted for four Northern Housing Awards 2026, including Landlord of the Year and Best Affordable Housing Development.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
On This Day: Bradford protest against 9.99% Council Tax hike
Nearly 100 protest outside Bradford City Hall against proposed 9.99% Council tax rise. Bradford United Against Austerity urges councillors to reject hike.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100
Northern confirms which services will run this Easter
Northern trains to run normal Easter timetables, but engineering works will affect some routes including Preston, Lancaster, Leeds and York. Check journeys before travel.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Emmerdale star 'really pleased' to return to ITV soap to stir up trouble in village
Chris Coghill has said he's really pleased to be returning to Emmerdale as Kev Townsend after his character left the ITV soap early in 2026

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0100
HMRC tax shake-up warning as many admit they do not understand new rules
Many taxpayers are heading into one of the biggest tax changes in years without fully understanding what they need to do.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:30:52 +0100
Bradford Road closed both ways due to emergency incident
Bradford Road has been forced to be closed both ways due to an ongoing emergency incident.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:02:37 +0100
Man, 50, found on Bradford district street with serious facial injuries
Police are appealing for any witnesses after they discovered a man in a serious condition in Baildon yesterday.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bantams announce loss for promotion year - but not as much as others
BRADFORD City lost just under £3m over their League Two promotion year - but that was less than half compared with Port Vale who also went up.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
4 fire engines still at the scene of large blaze which started last night
Crews are still at the scene following a large fire last night.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:35:00 +0100
Man who murdered mum-of-four in ferocious attack with rock is jailed for life
A man who beat his partner, a mum-of-four, to death with a rock in a ferocious attack has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 21 years.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0100
Police appeal over video of incident where teen died circulating on social media
Police investigating a murder following the death of a teenage girl say video footage of the incident is reportedly circulating on social media.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Man jailed for 'enthusiastic' role in plan to derail Bradford firearms trial
A man has been jailed for his “enthusiastic” role in a sophisticated plan to derail a serious firearms trial in Bradford.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Emergency services scramble to collision between car and pedestrian in Bradford
Emergency services have scrambled to a major Bradford road this lunchtime following a collision between a car and a pedestrian.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Woman seriously injured after being struck to back of head - police appeal
A woman was reportedly struck multiple times to the back of her head in a Bradford district town.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0100
Charity plans to use £2.475 million to buy 25 properties across Bradford
A Bradford-based charity plans to buy 25 properties across the city to house people who are experiencing homelessness, mental health issues and domestic abuse.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100
Supermarket petrol stations shut due to lack of petrol amid fuel crisis
A couple of supermarket petrol stations were closed to motorists yesterday with no fuel available to be purchased.

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