Bradford Telegraph and Argus

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Two residential developments 'anticipated to be completed by Autumn'
TWO major city centre residential developments are expected to be completed this year – according to West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:15:00 +0000
From liquidation to lights: The night Super League came home to Odsal
Bradford Bulls make emotional Super League return to Odsal after 12 years, defeating Catalans Dragons 28–10. Rugby league, Bradford, Odsal Stadium.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:50:00 +0000
Police name 19-year-old man who died after car crashed into wall
Police have named a man who died after a car crashed into a wall on a West Yorkshire road.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000
Reopening of railway line which shut in 1970 would restore 'vital missing link'
Reopening the disused Skipton-Colne railway line would restore a "vital missing link".

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:25:00 +0000
MP meets minister to demand action over 'bizarre Scalextric track' plans
An MP has had a ministerial meeting to discuss much-delayed footbridge plans.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:15:00 +0000
Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run collision on key Bradford road
A pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run collision on Bradford road.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:55:00 +0000
Why this Bradford school has closed to all students today
A Bradford school will have a delayed start this morning.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:58:13 +0000
Emergency services scrambled to scene of incident on busy Bradford roundabout
Emergency services were scrambled to an incident on a Bradford roundabout this morning.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Terrified neighbours evacuated after woman set fire to house due to 'evil spirits'
A court has heard how a paranoid schizophrenic set fire to her home because she believed “evil spirits” lived there.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
'I was only taking £5 a day, but now it’s a thriving business'
A Bradford hairdressers, which started out by making just £5 a day but is now a "thriving" business, has been nominated for an award.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:35:00 +0000
People turn out in force during parade in Bradford district town centre
Keighley's Girlguiding movement turned out in force for its annual Thinking Day celebration.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Sexual abuse images, grooming, bullying - How children are at risk from AI chatbots
IT may not always be obvious, and many of us might not realise it, but artificial intelligence (AI) has become a common part of our daily experience.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Charity aiming to empower thousands of unemployed Bradford women with two events
Smart Works hosts fashion sale and networking lunch in Bradford for International Women’s Day, supporting unemployed women with interview coaching and clothing.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:20:00 +0000
Tech expert reveals 'forgotten' iPhone feature you should be using - and it's free
Chief Operations Officer and tech expert at Sync, Scott Bordoni, said all iPhone users should be using the Check In feature - here's why.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:46:49 +0000
Robert Aramayo beats Hollywood giants to win BAFTA - where you've seen him before
Robert Aramayo beat out names like Timothee Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio to win the best actor award at the BAFTAs.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:30:03 +0000
Coronation Street and Emmerdale set to 'evolve' as big changes coming for ITV soaps
ITV soap boss Iain MacLeod has said that a huge upgrade is on the way for the production and filming of Coronation Street and Emmerdale.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Tragic death of 'amazing' landlady
THE cause of death of an “amazing” Bradford pub landlady has been revealed

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:10:00 +0000
11 criminals who were dealt with at Bradford Crown Court this week
Here are the criminals, including a knifeman, drug dealers, a paedophile, a serious sex offender, and a cannabis farmer that appeared at Bradford Crown Court this week.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000
Chuckle Brother Paul Elliott to visit Bradford with Chuckle Bike
Comedian Paul Elliott – best known as one half of the Chuckle Brothers – will visit Bradford next month as part of his UK‑wide fundraising challenge for Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
'Young children playing football on roof' at this GP centre
Works planned for a Bradford doctors’ surgery will help cope with increased demand and prevent young people from playing football on its roof.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
'Opening soon' - The new cafe coming to Bradford city centre
A Middle Eastern café will be “opening soon” in Bradford city centre.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Name of man charged with breaching order introduced to stop street drinking
A man has been charged with breaching an order designed to stop street drinking in the Bradford district.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Driver says old council letter proves Christmas Day bus lane 'amnesty' once existed
A resurfaced council document appears to suggest that Bradford Council once treated Christmas Day as an official exemption for bus lane enforcement, despite the authority now stating this was never part of its policy.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:17:42 +0000
Missing: 14‑year‑old Georgie last seen in Huddersfield
Police have issued an urgent appeal to help trace a missing 14‑year‑old girl Georgie from Huddersfield.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Why this church is a beacon for Bradford's Asian Christian community
A unique church offering bilingual services is celebrating its four year anniversary.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:44:04 +0000
Cast of popular TV show issue heartfelt message as they win award
The cast of All Creatures Great and Small has issued a heartfelt message to fans after the beloved Channel 5 drama won an award.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:24:00 +0000
Police seize car after uncovering false plates, no tax, and no insurance
Police have seized a car on Manchester Road after discovering it was being driven with false plates and without tax or insurance.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:32:32 +0000
Large cannabis farm discovered in West Vale after police raid
A large and “sophisticated” cannabis farm has been uncovered in West Vale after West Yorkshire police executed a warrant at a property in the area.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:42:00 +0000
Top 10 most loved businesses in Ilkley revealed
THE winners of the inaugural 'Ilkley's Most Loved Competition,' organised by the Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID), have been revealed.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
From Silver Blades DJ to TV star - why Bradford still means so much to Ricky
From DJing at Bradford’s Silver Blades ice rink in the 1980s to appearing in some of Britain’s biggest television dramas, Ricky Butler has won at life.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Reunion planned for local rugby club members who toured US 50 years ago
Bradford & Bingley RFC reunion: Richard Smith seeks 1976 Bingley RUFC US tour members ahead of April 18 event. Contact details for former players inside.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Ten million tickets sold through West Yorkshire transport app
MCard Mobile app hits 10 million ticket sales for West Yorkshire travel, offering integrated bus and train ticketing. Popular with young passengers.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Revamped Rotary reveals Bradford is waking up to new approach
Rotary Bradford launches inclusive clubs, corporate memberships and new ways to volunteer. Join local and global projects—major event on 4 July.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Students given insight into careers at Bradford banks with employer programme
Through Bradford Business Unlocked, employers are hoping to open doors into the financial services sector and explore careers in banking.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
New library exhibition lets children step into a world of storytelling
Story Explorers at Leeds Central Library offers interactive storytelling zones for children aged 2–9, supported by YPO and the British Library.

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Care home makes surprising connection to more than a century of history
Ghyll Royd Care Home in Guiseley discovers links to Peate family, Nunroyd Mill and Aireborough history, ahead of Aireborough Historical Society visit in March.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 09:55:37 +0000
Three more men arrested as investigation into death of Suhail Choudry continues
Three men have been arrested as part of the ongoing murder investigation following the death of Suhail Choudry.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
'We only had her for just short of 13 years - we called her 'our star'
A dad whose daughter was killed in a horrific car crash has called for graduated driving licences to be rolled out across the UK – after it was revealed they will be introduced in Northern Ireland.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Details emerge of fateful night as murder-accused makes first appearance in court
Details have emerged of the fateful night a man died in the Bradford district as another man charged with his murder made his first appearance in court.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
'Will it happen in my lifetime?' - Councillor anger at huge delay to health hub
A councillor has been assured that a town centre health facility will be built after he slammed the lack of progress over several years.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Work begins on scheme aimed at speeding 'hotspots' on Bradford estate
A scheme to install four new pedestrian crossings at speeding “hotspots” on a Bradford estate is aimed at making neighbourhoods safer.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +0000
Plan to turn building with tragic past into 'Phat Spuds' restaurant is refused
Plans to turn a city centre building with a tragic past into a restaurant called “Phat Spuds” have been refused by Bradford Council.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bradford nursery gets first 'positive' report from Ofsted
Light of the World Community Nursery in Bradford praised in 2026 Ofsted report for safeguarding, child development, and inclusive care for ages 0–11.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Bradford Afrobeats artist: ‘The city shaped me into who I am today’
A Bradford‑based Afrobeats artist Mide Phresh the city played a pivotal role in his creative journey, helping him develop his sound, build new musical connections and find unexpected inspiration during his studies.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
The hairdressers aiming to celebrate its 10-year anniversary with T&A award
A Bradford hairdressers that has a "fun relationship" with its customers is vying to become the best in the district.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:41:00 +0000
NATH'S NATTERS: The joy of backing the Bantams on a chilly Kop night
I LOVE covering Bradford City for the T&A, as football is the sport I grew up with, and Tuesday night against Stockport County was a great example of that.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:15:12 +0000
Police promote JogOn safety campaign at East Holmes Field Parkrun
West Yorkshire Police’s JogOn team joined runners at the East Holmes Field Parkrun this morning as part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness of the force’s safety initiative.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:17:07 +0000
Driver jailed after trying to fool police with fake insurance document
A motorist has been jailed after attempting to deceive officers with a bogus insurance document during a police stop in Cottingley.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Bradford cook serves up laughs on Come Dine With Me next week
A Bradford woman will appear on the new series of Come Dine With Me when it airs next week, after signing up to the hit Channel 4 show in the hope of meeting new people and sharing her love of cooking.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Old school rapper set to make history at West Yorkshire theatre
An independent old school rapper Scott Binns is set to make history this autumn as the first unsigned artist to headline the Victoria Theatre in Halifax.

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