The estimated cost of a new leisure centre in Bradford has risen by £5 million – but Council bosses have been told this could rise even more if work does not start soon.

A man who launched himself over the counter of a Bradford jeweller’s shop in a “vicious” robbery attempt was fought off by the “plucky” owner who pinned him to the floor.

Concerns have been raised over the seeming lack of progress on a major infrastructure scheme to link two villages.

A man was taken to hospital following reports of a disturbance involving a group of men.

A 'NATURE haven' long associated with plans to build a holiday park has been given special conservation status.

A building in the Bradford district will not be able to open 24 hours a day – planners have decided.

A 15-year-old has completed professional certifications from Microsoft, PwC, and Google.

A man who groomed a vulnerable boy into "deviant" sex acts has been jailed for 40 months at Bradford Crown Court.

A multi-national company has seen another of their retrospective planning applications for a parcel locker in the Bradford district refused.

Roadside fruit stalls have become a common sight in Bradford, sparking debate among residents.

A Yorkshire seaside town has been named one of the best in the UK.

A multi-academy trust with several Bradford schools has won a national award.

A NURSERY has been praised for its "culture of teamwork, trust and continuous improvement" in a glowing Ofsted report.

A FARM is seeking permission to sell alcohol and play music outdoors.

BRADFORD Bulls will welcome three of their most decorated Betfred Super League players to tonight’s game against Wakefield Trinity.

A protest in 1819 saw thousands march to a mill owner's home, burn an effigy, and fire guns.

Two mills along North Beck in Laycock remain operational, despite most being demolished or ruinous.

A VISION for Bradford’s future cityscape has taken centre stage.

A CHARITY golf day has raised more than £7,000 to support a community charity helping families in need

A BUSINESS built on all things grassroots cricket in Yorkshire is celebrating its 15th anniversary.

ON this day last year, Princess Anne flew into West Yorkshire to receive an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Huddersfield.

A MAJOR art exhibition exploring identity, heritage and progress is set to launch in Bradford as part of a wider celebration of African creativity.

New digital tool launched to guide ovarian cancer patients

DUMELA Logistics is seeking to expand its fleet in Bradford.

A CULT comedy play is promising big laughs and "innuendo by the slice is coming to Bradford

A THEATRE company run by young people is set to stage its next production.

ON this day last year, a West Yorkshire restaurant, Coin in Hebden Bridge, was crowned among the best 100 local restaurants in Britain by the esteemed Good Food Guide.

MILLIONS of carers will now benefit from greater recognition and early access to help.

New legislation means the maximum on-the-spot penalty for dumping waste will rise from £1,000 to £5,000, a 400% increase

British Steel has been brought into public ownership, aiming to secure steel production at British Steel’s Scunthorpe site in Lincolnshire.

A Bradford man who helped evacuate several people from a burning house says the experience has left him feeling like he was "meant to be there".

A shooting victim who is fighting for his life has been named today, as another Bradford man appeared in court charged with his attempted murder.

A nine-month scheme to improve bus journeys on a city centre street could begin in September if it is approved by council bosses next week.

A road was blocked last night after a crash between a BMW and van on a Bradford estate.

An investigation has been launched after a local resident complained about a security guard falling asleep while on his shift.

Tenants at a city centre apartment block have raised concerns about their living conditions while the letting agent says many issues are outside its control.

A shop has said it is thinking of leaving Bradford city centre next month after 12 years of trading amid poor footfall.

Firefighters are battling a "vast" blaze that has spread across Ilkley Moor.

Police have issued a statement after a hit-and-run crash on a Bradford street yesterday.

A man suffered a serious head injury in an attack on a Bradford street last night.

Crews from across West Yorkshire have been called out to battle a fire on a Bradford district moor.

Plans to replace modern shop frontages in a Conservation Area with more traditional frontages have been welcomed.

A charity football match will bring ambulance workers together in a powerful act of remembrance.

EV charging cables have been stolen from two sites in Bradford.

A driver stopped for speeding on a Bradford district road ended up facing an even longer list of offences.

A double child rapist who was jailed for nine years for being part of a historic sexual abuse of young girls has had more time added to his sentence for the "foul trade" of trafficking drugs.

A Bradford-born footballer has made a huge £33 million move to another club.

A driver was stopped and arrested after police detected a strong smell of cannabis in the Bradford district.

Three people have arrested after more than £10,000 in fake banknotes were seized by police.

From Wibsey to Wilsden, Bierley to Bingley, Oakenshaw to Oakworth, people in all corners of our district will have their eyes glued to the television from 8pm tonight.