Bradford Telegraph and Argus

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:02:00 +0000
'This is Bradford taking its future in its own hands' - new growth strategy launched
A NEW growth plan for the Bradford District is “not about what the Government can do for Bradford, but what Bradford can do for the rest of the country.”

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Bradford teacher who gave his children Nokia phone warns about social media 'beast'
A Bradford teacher has told how he gave his children a Nokia mobile after witnessing the impact of smartphones and social media on young people.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
'Inspiring' two-acre nursery completes major refurbishment programme
PARTOU Woodlands Park Day Nursery in Apperley Bridge has expanded its Forest School provision after completing a major refurbishment programme designed to enrich children’s learning through nature, exploration and outdoor play.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Bus boss grilled over cuts as councillors blindsided by plans to axe four services
A FIRST bus boss has been grilled by Bradford Council’s Leader for planning to scrap four key routes in the Bradford District.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Family to celebrate life of WW2 veteran and Bradford City fan of 88 years at game
The family of a WW2 veteran and Bradford City fan of 88 years who died at the end of last year are to celebrate his life at the game today.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Bradford Council warning after concerns area is being used as 'dumping ground'
Businesses have been warned after concerns were raised about the “horrific” state of overflowing bins in the area.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000
'We promise to keep prices as low as we can' - Cafe hit with £1,200 bill
A Bradford district cafe has promised to keep prices as low as it can amid being hit with a £1,200 electricity bill after only being open four months.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Man treated house 'like his own' before breaking into another home whilst naked
A court has heard how a man was in the throes of a psychotic episode when he broke into a couple’s cottage, ate their food, and watched their TV.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Concerns about 'real problem' of nuisance off-road bikes after grass torn up
Concerns have been raised about the “real problem” of nuisance off-road bikes after perpetrators wreaked havoc on a patch of land.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:30:44 +0000
Police will monitor Bradford road after concerns over drivers bypassing traffic
Police will monitor a Bradford street after residents raised concerns that a no entry area is being by drivers to bypass traffic.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Update after large pile of fly-tipping blights Bradford beauty spot for weeks
A large pile of fly-tipping has now been cleared after weeks of blighting one of Bradford’s most scenic areas.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Bradford mum who never expected to write creates book inspired by sons
A Bradford mum has told how her son inspired her to take a leap and write her first children’s book, Goodnight Luca Moon.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Inside hidden-away sanctuary in Bradford designed to make you relax
A Bradford woman has created a hidden-away sanctuary where people can create their own candles and perfumes.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:13:13 +0000
Home Alone and Schitt's Creek star Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71
Home Alone, Schitt's Creek and Beetlejuice star Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Cottingley Fairies hoax inspires a new musical
A MUSICAL about the world-famous Cottingley Fairies hoax will be staged this spring. And in a special preview, songs from the show will be sung in the village where it all began.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:53:00 +0000
Exciting plans ahead for this year's Ilkley Pride celebration
ILKLEY Pride & Diversity Group welcomed a large and enthusiastic gathering of local businesses, community organisations, and civic leaders on Thursday evening for its annual supporters launch event, held at The Ticket Office in Ilkley.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:21:00 +0000
Queensbury gym with 'roots in boxing' in running to be best gym in Bradford
A fitness centre in Queensbury has been named as one of the top ten gyms in Bradford.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:10:00 +0000
New rehabilitation sessions for people living with cancer offered at gym
Free rehabilitation sessions for cancer patients are now being offered at the TFD Centre gym in Holmewood, marking a major step in the centre’s growing community health programme.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Real victory for leaseholders trapped in an unfair system
A Bradford district MP has welcomed the decision to cap ground rents for leaseholders.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000
Review: Alhambra Theatre's stylish restaurant is great value - with sweeping views
RESTAURANT 1914 must have one of the best views in the city centre.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Much-loved city centre pub is the focus of a new film
KIM Hopkins spent 18 months filming her new feature documentary at the old Jacobs Well pub in Bradford.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:29:00 +0000
Grace is 'healing hearts and minds' with her horses, sheep and books
ONCE upon a time everyone loved to read books and tell stories by the fireside. But due to modern technology and high-pressure, busy lives, the number of people reading physical books has declined.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:50:00 +0000
Plans to redevelop historic church hall allowed to go ahead after appeal
Plans to redevelop a historic church hall were allowed to go ahead after a successful planning appeal.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Costa in Bradford fenced off and closed
A Costa branch in Bradford has been fenced off and closed.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:53:00 +0000
Allerton academy hails top boxing prospect after SIXTH Yorkshire title
Muhammad Eesah Elahi has done his Allerton boxing academy proud yet again, after securing his sixth Yorkshire title in Bridlington.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Grassroots project launched in Bradford district to shape the future of music
Bradford Producing Hub, an arts development charity, has secured funding from Arts Council England to deliver the district’s first music strategy.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
West Yorkshire railway station reopens after major upgrade
A West Yorkshire railway station has reopened following a major upgrade designed to improve accessibility and passenger facilities.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Latest hygiene ratings from Bradford restaurants, cafes and takeaways
Here is the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Bradford restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Major milestone reached in £23 million West Yorkshire bus station upgrade
A new milestone has been reached in the £23 million redevelopment of Dewsbury Bus Station.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Met Office predicts rainy weekend across Bradford in latest forecast
The Met Office has predicted light rain across Bradford this weekend in its latest forecast.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Planning roundup for Bradford: Children's care home and flat plan submitted
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Bradford Council.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Take on this tricky pub quiz and see how much you really know
Think you're good at general knowledge? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 06:54:51 +0000
What time is The Masked Singer on tonight? When to watch latest episode on ITV
The Masked Singer returns for the sixth episode of its 2026 series tonight (Saturday, January 31), which will see two characters unmasked

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:45:00 +0000
Three more arrested after masked mob of 17 went to Bradford garage with weapons
Police have made a series of arrests after a masked mob turned up with weapons at a Bradford garage.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Thousands turn out to remember Bradford father-of-two who died in crash
Thousands of people attended the funeral of a Bradford father-of-two who died in a crash this past weekend.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Pile of EV charging part boxes dumped in Bradford Council car park
A HUGE pile of cardboard boxes that had once stored EV charging equipment have been dumped in a Bradford Council car park.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000
Magistrates decide shop described as 'den of criminality' can re-open tomorrow
MAGISTRATES have decided that a shop described by police as “a hub of criminality and a blight on the local community” can re-open on Saturday.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:10:00 +0000
Queen, Danny Dyer and David Tennant among stars at memorial service for author
The Queen and stars of hit TV show Rivals are among those celebrating the life of Dame Jilly Cooper as a memorial service is held in her honour.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:55:00 +0000
More flights to 'enormously popular destination' from Leeds Bradford Airport
Jet2 will be offering more flights to Greece from Leeds Bradford Airport this summer.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:20:00 +0000
Why emergency services cordoned off Tong Street, Bradford last night
Emergency services rushed to the scene of a fire in the open last night.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:05:00 +0000
Two army officers to face court martial over Jaysley Beck sexual assault case
Two Army officers have been charged over their conduct in the case of Gunner Jaysley Beck, who was sexually assaulted and then took her own life.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Search begins for suitable site for new cemetery in Bradford
THE search is on for a new cemetery in Bradford to help meet burial demand until 2050, and a £7m budget has been set aside for the programme.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:59:45 +0000
Demolition work on old leisure centre well under way - with £35m replacement planned
DEMOLITION work on Halifax’s old leisure centre is well under way, and when complete a £35 million new one – including a swimming pool – will be built in its place.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:10:00 +0000
Increase in residential burglaries in this area - police issue statement
West Yorkshire Police have revealed the hotspot for residential burglaries in the region.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:40:00 +0000
Heavy traffic on Bradford district road - all you need to know
It has been reported that Bradford Road Eastbound is partially blocked with traffic building up.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:45:00 +0000
Vehicle seized in Bradford district to 'delight of local residents'
Police recovered an unroadworthy vehicle to the 'delight of local residents' in a Bradford district town.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:45:00 +0000
Four men run off after crash as damage caused to key Bradford road
Four males ran off following a crash on a key Bradford road.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:45:00 +0000
Bradford Council sold Ingleborough Hall for considerably less than asking price
Bradford Council sold Ingleborough Hall, formerly an outdoor activity centre, for considerably less than its asking price, it has been revealed.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Man re-arrested after second victim comes forward in child sex abuse probe
A second victim has come forward in relation to a historic child sexual abuse investigation.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000
Drivers decline hospital treatment after crash on busy Bradford road
Two drivers declined hospital treatment following a crash in Bradford this morning.

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