Bradford Telegraph and Argus
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 07:23:34 +0000Bradford school issues emergency closure after making 'difficult decision'
A Bradford school says it has made “the difficult decision” to close sites after yellow and amber weather warnings were issued.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000Plan for swimming pool and leisure centre in deprived Bradford area approved
Plans for a new swimming pool and leisure centre in a deprived Bradford area, first announced over a decade ago, have been approved.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:54:00 +0000New weather warning as snow and ice predicted for Bradford this weekend
The Met Office has predicted snow and ice for Bradford and other parts of West Yorkshire this weekend amid a new weather warning.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000'Impossible' for driver to avoid hitting pedestrian in tragic crash, inquest hears
It would have been "impossible" for a driver to avoid crashing into a pedestrian who died in a hit and run, an inquest in Bradford has heard.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000Plans for 3,500 solar panels to be put on roof in Bradford
A manufacturing company plans to install over 3,500 solar panels on the roof of its Bradford warehouse.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000This can be converted into a new home - Bradford Council planners decide
A sheep pen on a Bradford district farm can be converted into a new home – planners have agreed.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000Three men still on run after being convicted of huge money laundering operation
Three men convicted as part of a £266 million money laundering operation at a Bradford “cash for gold” dealer face extradition to the UK after going on the run.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0000Discount store extension would be 'obtrusive feature' on busy Bradford road
The extension of a shop would be an “obtrusive feature” on one of Bradford’s busiest streets – according to planners.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000Major refurbishment plan for Bradford city centre bank - all you need to know
Work to refurbish a prominent building in Bradford city centre has been approved.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:35:32 +0000River Island confirms closure dates for 27 stores this month - full list here
River Island has confirmed the dates 27 UK stores will shut in January as part of a scheduled 33 announced in a restructuring plan.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:32:31 +0000Changes to pavement parking as councils given powers to 'crack down'
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that local councils will be given the power to 'crack down' on pavement parking in England
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000We put mango chutney to the test - here's the verdict
INDIAN takeaways are a favourite for British families.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000Eating healthily in older age can help us to stay fit and active
Eating healthily in older age helps us stay fit and active
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000Bradford Bulls strengthen Super League push with Cedar Court Hotels renewal
BRADFORD Bulls have announced the renewal of their partnership with Cedar Court Hotels, who will continue as the club’s official accommodation partner for the 2026 season.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bradford eye health service backs government road safety plan for over 70s
Optegra Eye Health Care in Bradford is backing new government guidelines on road safety.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Environmental fund helps repair cafes across West Yorkshire
An environmental scheme, from enfinium, is helping community repair cafés in West Yorkshire keep items in use and out of landfill.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Yorkshire Water holds education programme for more than 35,000 pupils
Yorkshire Water has helped more than 35,000 pupils through its education programme in 2025.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Aldi delivers more than a quarter of a million meals to people in Yorkshire
Aldi helped deliver 252,300 meals to people in Yorkshire over Christmas and New Year.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0000DWP benefit claimants ‘at risk of debt and poverty' after 'unacceptable' delays
Vulnerable people waiting more than a year to have disability benefit claims processed amid “unacceptably poor service levels”, Commons spending watchdog finds
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000Bradford site named as one of the "Seven Wonders of the World" for 2026
A Bradford site has been named as one of the “seven wonders of the world” for 2026 by a global travel magazine.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:26:07 +0000Weather warnings in force as snow starts to fall in Bradford
Weather warnings are in force as reports of snow falling in West Yorkshire are starting to come in.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:20:00 +0000Four men arrested after police conduct search of woodland
Four men have been arrested after police conducted a search in a Pudsey woodland today.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:25:00 +0000Police bust large-scale Bradford cannabis farm with street value of £700,000
A man has been arrested after police busted a large-scale cannabis farm containing over 400 plants with an estimated street value of £700,000.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:50:00 +0000GP who realises 'she could have killed someone' is suspended
A GP - who previously worked in Bradford and Leeds - has been suspended after being convicted of drink driving before a crash at a school.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000Long-empty Fultons building sold after sustained local campaign
THE long-empty Fultons building in the centre of Otley has been sold, following a sustained local campaign led by MP Katie White working alongside the Otley BID, businesses, and residents, marking a major step forward for the town’s high street.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000CPS wanted to try woman on death charge but knew she was not guilty, court hears
The CPS broke its own code by trying to continue the prosecution of a 72-year-old North Yorkshire woman after she fainted at the wheel, York’s top judge said.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000Nitrous oxide canisters and balloons found in car after police stopped banned driver
A disqualified driver who avoided jail time last year has now been locked up after a judge activated a suspended sentence order.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000'Serial offender' rogue landlord could be first in Bradford to face ban
BRADFORD Council plans to issue its first landlord banning order against a “serial offender” who has repeatedly failed to improve his properties.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:38:41 +0000One person arrested on suspicion of theft after stolen quad bike found in field
One person has been arrested on suspicion of theft after police recovered a quad bike in a Bradford field.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:44:00 +0000Police scrambled to scene of crash near busy roundabout this afternoon
One person was rushed to hospital after a crash near a busy roundabout this afternoon.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:55:36 +0000When is it going to snow in Bradford? New Met Office Storm Goretti warning issued
THE Met Office has issued a new warning for snow with Bradford in the path of an oncoming storm
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:50:00 +0000Man WANTED in relation to arson with intent to endanger life and threats to kill
Police have launched an appeal to find a man wanted in relation to offences including arson with intent to endanger life, threats to kill and assault.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:40:00 +0000What needs to be done to improve Bradford housing - let the council know here
A survey aimed at finding out the current state of housing in Bradford – and what needs to be done to improve it – has begun.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000Over 150 Bradford hoarding cases as panel finds the 'best solution for them'
A body set up to tackle hoarding in Bradford and the issues it can cause has reviewed 162 cases since it was set up.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:29:46 +0000Bradford crews scramble to fires at school and park
Bradford firefighters scrambled to incidents at a park and school.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:45:00 +0000Latest on historic cinema building in bid to 'secure its long-term future'
A town mayor has pledged that work is continuing in a bid to "secure the long-term future" of a historic cinema building in the Bradford district.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:00:41 +0000Bradford district-born Brook apologises after scuffle with nightclub bouncer
England's white-ball cricket captain Harry Brook has issued a public apology after becoming embroiled in a late-night incident just before the Ashes.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:09:30 +0000Police 'back on the hunt' after discovering stolen car in part of Bradford
POLICE say they have been “back on the hunt” after finding a car believed to be stolen from the Wyke area.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:42:10 +0000Locals tackle icy walls of Gordale Scar during this week's freeze
RICHARD Goodey and Mick Ellerton of Lost Earth Adventures swapped the office for axes and crampons tackling the icy walls of Gordale Scar, near Malham, while the winter freeze lasted this week.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:51:07 +0000Telegraph & Argus Best Gym 2026 competition: vote for your favourite
Nominations are now open for the Telegraph & Argus' Best Gym 2026 competition.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:30:00 +0000Obituary: Bradford Urban Wildlife Group founder was champion of nature protection
THE world of nature conservation in Bradford has lost a fine advocate, with the death of Les Barnett at the age of 88.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:52:54 +0000Fears canal leak could damage Grade II listed aqueduct
GUARDIANS of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal are hoping to plug a leak in the canal near Gargrave without any impact on the listed structure.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:09:27 +0000'Hundreds of thousands' of people missing out on £4,300 State Pension boost
Former pensions' minister Steve Webb is urging older people on lower incomes to claim Pension Credit, and encouraging friends and relatives to help them
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:06:43 +0000Brits who use weight loss injections issued 'super flu' warning
People who are currently using weight loss injections have been issued a flu warning.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000Corriedale was a triumph - but will TV's new ‘power hour’ be a lifeline for soaps?
“LIKE the Marvel multiverse assembling” was executive producer Iain MacLeod’s introduction to Corriedale, at the show’s Bradford premiere.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000'If you're a man who likes to sing, you are the man for us' - famous choir's plea
A WORLD-famous choir has launched a recruitment drive.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:50:10 +0000Oh dear what could the matter be? Three people stuck in a public lavtory
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to Newgate Market around 6.15pm yesterday (January 7).
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Northern Powergrid warns of power cuts as Storm Goretti hits
Residents across Bradford are being urged to prepare for power cuts by Northern Powergrid, as Storm Goretti hits.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +0000Tesco customers in Bradford donate more than 25,000 meals to those in need
Tesco customers in Bradford have donated more than 25,000 meals to help support those in need during its Winter Food Collection.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:30:00 +0000RSPCA issues advice to protect pets ahead of Storm Goretti's arrival
Pet owners across Bradford are being urged by the RSPCA to take extra precautions as Storm Goretti moves in.