Bradford Telegraph and Argus

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Shocking video shows parking ticket row erupt into violence and dangerous driving
A court has seen shocking video footage of an argument over a parking ticket that escalated into assault, affray, and an incident of dangerous driving in which a car was driven onto a pavement and into a pedestrian.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Famous American TikToker says Bradford curry house is top three in UK
A famous American TikToker has dubbed a curry house in Bradford as being one of the best in the country.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
£65 million redevelopment of Bradford hospital given the green light
The £65 million redevelopment of a Bradford hospital has been approved by Government.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Tributes paid to Bradford woman who was 'life and soul of the party'
Tributes have been paid to a Bradford woman who was always the “life and soul of the party”.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Tributes paid to snooker legend described as 'true gentleman of the game'
Tributes have been paid to snooker legend John Virgo who has been described as “true gentleman of the game”.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:28:58 +0000
Man jailed for sexually assaulting teenager
A man who sexually assaulted a vulnerable teenager in Kirklees has been jailed and sentenced at Leeds Crown Court today.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Decision to allow fifth betting shop on key city centre row is 'disappointing'
A decision to allow a fifth betting shop on one city centre street has been described as “disappointing”.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +0000
This business based in a Bradford mill wants to serve food until 3am
A Bradford food business has applied for a licence to serve food until 3am on the weekend.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +0000
Has 4.99 per cent council tax rise in Bradford been 'mandated' by Government?
Bosses have been asked if a 4.99 per cent council tax rise has effectively been “mandated” by the Government as part of Bradford Council’s financial bailout.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Another Bradford district school to reduce number of reception children it takes
Another Bradford district school will reduce the number of reception children it takes due to birth rates “falling significantly.”

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
New home at BRI would give families facing 'most frightening days' a lifeline
A Bradford family whose daughter needed lifesaving care are backing a new appeal to help parents stay near their babies in Bradford Royal Infirmary.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:46:17 +0000
Firefighters called to incident at well-known shop in Bradford district
Firefighters were called to a shop in Bradford district last night.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:24:54 +0000
Stolen car discovered following overnight burglary in Bradford district
Police discover stolen car following nearby burglary in Bradford district.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Researcher awarded funding to advance breast cancer treatments
Dr Francis Mprah Barnieh at the University of Bradford wins Wellcome funding to develop targeted therapies for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) in the UK.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Circus Spectacular promises acts, magic and fun for families in Bradford
Circus Spectacular promises acts, magic and fun for families in Bradford.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Public notice roundup: Multiple businesses submit licence applications
Here are the latest public notices announced across Bradford.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Humanitarian aid worker set to embark on 20th mission to aid the people of Sindh
Bradford’s Nazim Ali to deliver 625 food parcels in Sindh, Pakistan, for Ramadan with Hayaat Welfare Trust, after surpassing his £10k fundraising target.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Mental health pop-up offering chance to chat in Bradford's Darley Market
A new pop-up at Bradford's Darley Market is encouraging people to open up about mental health.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bradford NHS trust appoints new non-executive director board member
Warren Brown has joined Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust’s board as a non-executive director.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bradford-based firm comes out on top for customer service five years running
Dacre, Son & Hartley has received the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the fifth consecutive year.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bradford and Keighley markets to host Valentine's Day celebrations
Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2024 at Bradford and Keighley Markets with themed events, live music, craft workshops, family activities and special giveaways.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Salvation Army centre undergoes major upgrade during refurbishment
Shipley Salvation Army centre on Rhodes Place undergoes major refurbishment to boost community support, add new accessible facilities and improve sustainability.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Two secondary schools praised for delivering exceptional outcomes
Bronte Girls' and Feversham Girls' Secondary Academies, part of iExel Education Trust, are nationally recognised for outstanding results with disadvantaged pupils.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Bradford student receives full scholarship to study at Harvard University
Tina Chawira from New College Bradford wins a full Harvard scholarship to study government and East Asian studies, inspiring Bradford students’ university ambitions.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:22:24 +0000
Lane closure and severe delays on major motorway due to broken down vehicle
One lane closed and queueing traffic due to broken down vehicle on M62 Eastbound from J26 M606 J1 (Chain Bar) to J27 M621 (Gildersome). Congestion to J25 A644 Wakefield Road (Brighouse).

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:43:08 +0000
Jobs at risk and clients in limbo as law firm with Ilkley office closes suddenly
A MAJOR Yorkshire law firm with a subsidiary business in Ilkley has closed down suddenly, putting the jobs of more than 600 people at risk.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0000
Bantams unveil major deal with US financial technology firm
BRADFORD City have announced a record-breaking three-year partnership with US fintech infrastructure specialists Mbanq.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:45:00 +0000
Man wrote ‘kill Jews’ with crayons in cell and stuffed Qurans down toilet
A man who wrote “kill Jews” with crayons in a police cell and stuffed Qurans down a hospital toilet has been convicted of hate crimes.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Largest ever illicit tobacco operation sees 1.3 million cigarettes seized
A series of raids have led to the largest ever seizure of illegal tobacco in West Yorkshire – with over 1.3 MILLION cigarettes seized.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Developer reveals plans to build 300 homes on fields near Bradford reservoir
A HOUSING developer has revealed plans to build up to 300 homes near a Bradford beauty spot.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +0000
'Seasons of Culture' to be rolled out to follow on success of Bradford 2025
A CELEBRATION of West Yorkshire’s nature will be the first of several “Seasons of Culture” – although there are still questions over how it will be financed.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:46:00 +0000
Bradford man threw dart at former partner and threatened to kill her
A MAN who threatened to kill his former partner and threw a dart at her has been banned from contacting her for the next five years.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:15:14 +0000
Bradford’s Zayn Malik announces fifth album Konnakol
Bradford‑born global pop star Zayn Malik has announced the release of his fifth studio album, influenced by his South Asian heritage

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:50:00 +0000
Homes and relief road plan to be discussed after years of delay
Council leaders will discuss a progress report on a new relief road and housing development when they meet next week.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Schoolgirl left shaken after 'man in blue sports car indecently exposed himself'
A schoolgirl has been left shaken after a man reportedly approached her in a car and indecently exposed himself in West Yorkshire.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
£10,000 raised for popular Bradford district tramway - but more funds needed
A Victorian tramway celebrates fundraising £10,000 for much-needed repairs.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:46:25 +0000
'Remnants of cannabis grow' found in Grade II listed building with controversial past
POLICE search cannabis farm in West Yorkshire under warrant.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:35:00 +0000
Police warning ahead of Valentine's Day - people scammed out of thousands
Police urge Bradford residents to be on alert for romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:50:00 +0000
Police monitor this no entry road - used by drivers looking to beat traffic
Police kept a close eye on a no entry road - residents say is being used by drivers looking to beat queuing traffic.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:35:00 +0000
Two drivers rushed to hospital after crash shuts busy road
Two drivers were rushed to hospital following a crash.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:33:36 +0000
All traffic at standstill due to multi-vehicle crash on major motorway
Traffic at standstill due to multi-vehicle crash on major motorway.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Works on wall 'in danger of collapse' could take 12 weeks to complete
Works on a wall in danger of collapse are set to take nearly 12 weeks to complete, Bradford Council has confirmed.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Sheep photos not enough to convince planners to approve retrospective scheme
Photos of sheep included in a retrospective planning application could have been taken anywhere in the Bradford district, planners have argued.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
This Bradford district curryhouse could be named best restaurant in Yorkshire
A Bradford district restaurant is in the running for a regional award.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Plans for new 73-bed care home on site tarnished by vandalism get approved
Plans to build a new care home on a long empty site in the Bradford district have been approved by planning officers.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
'We loved our bus and we are all very sad now” - Pupils message to youths
A group of schoolchildren have sent a message to youths who stole and left their minibus abandoned "in a terrible state."

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:58:09 +0000
Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000
Spooky podcast solves 100-year-old mystery of the 'Keighley Poltergeist'
IN 1925 the case of a young woman haunted by a poltergeist in Keighley made international headlines.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:28:10 +0000
Two arrested after pre-dawn raid as bid to tackle County Lines dealers continues
A police raid in West Yorkshire saw two arrested in effort to crackdown on drug dealing.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:02:00 +0000
Man headbutted ex-partner after she began new relationship - leaving permanent scar
A man who headbutted an ex-partner after she began a new relationship was said to have behaved like “a spoilt pathetic brat” by a judge at Bradford Crown Court.

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