A dessert spot found a sweet way to support mental health - with something as simple as offering a karak chai to anyone who fancied a cup.

With 198 adults and children awaiting life-saving transplant operations in Bradford, the Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is urging people to consider joining the organ donor register.

Train disruption caused by overnight lightning has spread across key routes serving Bradford, with several stations affected this morning.

A West Yorkshire resident has described the moment lightning appeared to strike her home during a violent overnight storm, saying the impact “shook the whole house”.

Homes were “shaken” as a severe thunderstorm swept across parts of West Yorkshire in the early hours of Thursday morning.

A Bradford based animal charity is inviting the public to enjoy tea, cake and a behind-the-scenes look at its work as part of a popular fundraising weekend.

A court has heard how an out-of-control woman “with anger all over her face” chased two carers into the street with a kitchen knife after they banged doors at a nearby address.

AN eye-catching piece of public art can remain in Bradford city centre for another year – planners have decided.

THE director of a media company missed a vital appointment with the probation service because he doesn’t own a phone – a Judge has been told.

A “TRANSFORMATIVE” project that has seen pedestrian areas and green spaces created in Bradford city centre has been nominated for yet another award.

A man who persistently harassed a former partner over several weeks has been jailed for 18 months.

LES Dyl was just 16 in May 1970, but everybody already knew about the incredibly-talented young centre.

A NEWLY-reopened community pub is going down a treat.

MEET Penny, Bronte, Milo, Ozzy and Jupiter - adorable pooches seeking a loving forever home.

TOP leaders of top institutions may look very different from each other. One thing they have in common? They are memorable!

LAST Monday marked the end of the public consultation into how the Government can improve the online world to protect young people.

BRADFORD Bulls have announced a multi-year partnership with SEEEN.

SARAH Rowell may have been born in Hostert, Germany, and run for Dartford Harriers in Kent when she came to England.

BLAKEHILL Primary School pupils enjoyed a dream day at Wembley. The children represented Bradford City in the League One play-off final.

YORKSHIRE County Cricket Club is rewarding fans for sustainable travel to Headingley.

Jodie Whittaker named ambassador for West Yorkshire children’s hospice

A Charlotte Brontë biography is tipped for a prestigious international award.

TWO sisters say working in funeral care has strengthened their bond. Devon Clegg, 32, and Zoe Midgley, 34, from Kirklees.

CRASH-FOR-CASH scams are on the rise across the UK, with new data revealing Bradford among the worst-affected areas as fraudsters increasingly target motorists.

NHS trust welcomes new governors following public elections

Pepper Road Bridge in Leeds is undergoing a £3.2 million upgrade to strengthen the 132-year-old railway bridge.

A FURNITURE retailer has expanded its warehouse operations.

Bradford financial institution BDCU wins four major awards

CHARITIES are warning employers to be on the lookout for signs of gambling-related issues among staff for World Cup

A two-day festival is to take place in Bingley.

NEARLY half of people in Yorkshire and the Humber are unaware that everyday vegetables like courgettes, cucumbers, and aubergines can be grown.

A MAJOR railway upgrade closing the Huddersfield-Leeds line for 24 days.

A STUDY shows routine questionnaires for two-year-olds could improve school readiness.

Sports minister celebrates role of grassroots facilities in Yorkshire

Co-op Funeralcare Holdsworth will host a summer garden party for the community to gather and remember loved ones.

COLLETT has completed the transport and installation of an 89.9-tonne transformer for National Grid’s Bicker Fen Substation in Lincolnshire.

A BAKERY chain has launched a new partnership with a children’s cancer charity to support.

Bradford City Council confirms acquisition of property

JCT600 has reported strong financial results, with revenues of £1.36bn.

Train services across parts of West Yorkshire have been disrupted this morning after lightning damaged signalling equipment between Leeds and Castleford.

The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.

Emmerdale viewers will see the rivalries and hierarchy between the Tates, Sugdens and Dingles ramp up, bosses have confirmed.

Good Morning Britain (GMB) presenter Richard Madeley has admitted he is unsure of his future on the ITV show.

Greggs has removed a popular breakfast menu item from its stores across the UK, leaving shoppers gutted.

A COMMUNITY has been left 'deeply saddened' after a piece of life-saving equipment was stolen from them in a thoughtless crime.

Nine people - including two Yorkshire teenagers - have died after getting into trouble in open water during days of record-breaking heat across the UK.

A heartfelt community is grieving the loss of a boy who died after getting into difficulty at a reservoir.

Police have seized multiple vehicles in Bradford as part of a coordinated crackdown on anti-social behaviour involving off-road bikes.

A vehicle was seized in Bradford after officers stopped a Toyota due to defective brake lights.

A new Toolstation store is opening in Bradford. The branch, located on Eccleshill Retail Park, will officially open its doors on June 1.