Wednesday 31 January 2018

WATCH: The emotional moment heroic charity cyclists arrive at the Piece Hall after a 350 mile journey

Seven weary cyclists arrived at the Piece Hall on Wednesday night having completed a grueling charity bike ride.

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Dog stabbed in the head, stuffed in a suitcase and left to die

RSPCA investigate brutal death of dog dumped in layby

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Substance thrown at Brighouse security guard in robbery, police say

Detectives are investigating a robbery in Brighouse during which a security guard had a substance thrown at him.

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Hundreds attend funeral to pay tribute to 'one of a kind' Joe Brook

Scapegoat Hill church packed as mourners hear of young man with a winning smile.

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Teen actress from Salendine Nook invited to prestigious Cannes Film Festival

Ellah Jackson, 18, will mingle with the stars at the invite-only event.

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Security guard sprayed in face with mystery substance escapes serious injury

Police renew appeal over attack outside Barclays Bank in Brighouse.

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Pervert jailed for attempted sexual assault on child at panto

Oxford university chemistry graduate Malcolm Naylor was already a convicted paedophile

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Pervert jailed for attempted sexual assault on child at panto

Oxford university chemistry graduate Malcolm Naylor was already a convicted paedophile

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Two men charged with firearms offences linked to Yassar Yaqub inquiry

Accused set to appear before magistrates.

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Dog stabbed in head and dumped in Halifax: Second dog found dead in a suitcase in West Yorks

A DOG was found stabbed in the head in a fly-tipped suitcase in Halifax.

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Police issue picture of murdered pensioner Amy Shepherd after Halifax man is arrested

West Yorkshire Police have issued this picture of pensioner Amy Shepherd after arresting a Halifax man on suspicion of murder.

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Yorkshire Water are going to plant an extra one MILLION trees in the region

Company bidding to do their bit to reduce flood risks and improve air quality

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Heartbreaking goodbye to Katelyn Dawson as hundreds celebrate her life

Katelyn, 15, died on January 11 following a horrific road crash as she waited at a bus stop on her way to school

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Campaigners urge independent experts to take a closer look at HRI plans

'Journey to Halifax could be the difference between life and death'

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Woman's terror as car teeters close to the edge of Holme Moss after slipping backwards in the snow

The Toyota was just a metre from a 40m drop

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Rise of the robots could cost one in five workers their jobs

Huddersfield business chief on why automation is 'inevitable'

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WARNING: Met Office weather warning issued for Calderdale

The Met Office have issued a yellow weather warning for ice ahead of plummeting temperatures this evening.

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Warning over garage security after two bikes worth £6,000 stolen

Owner is appealing for information on stolen cycles.

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If you've completed Dry January you should be feeling these health benefits already

As well as improving your long-term health there are immediate benefits

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52 weeks of A629 roadworks on course to finish this summer

Work on a multi-million pound scheme to improve traffic flow on Salterhebble is on course to be completed this summer.

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Fancy running your own brewery and bar? This one comes with lock, stock and barrels for £300 a week

The Pallet Bar has been described as 'quirky' - and is made from pallets.

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Police seal off canal tow path after 'concerns for safety' of a man

The incident happened in Manchester Road near the Bridge Pub

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Huddersfield still in the lead to get its own Monopoly board - but there's still time to vote!

Huddersfield is still favourite to feature on a new Pennine edition of Monopoly, according to the latest poll update

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Weather warning issued for West Yorkshire after fears sleet may turn to ice

Huddersfield was met with a dusting of snow today - but it could freeze to black ice later

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Five drink drivers among latest prosecutions at Kirklees Magistrates Court

Five people have also been prosecuted for possessing or growing cannabis

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The 10 most dangerous places to park your car around Huddersfield

These are the streets with the greatest number of car crimes

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Weather warning issued for West Yorkshire after fears sleet may turn to ice

Huddersfield was met with a dusting of snow today - but it could freeze to black ice later

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Haliax man remains under investigation in connection with historic murder

A Halifax man who was arrested in connection with a murder in Bradford 20 years ago has been released under investigation whilst enquiries continue.

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Dewsbury group vows to clean up 'filthy' Calder banks

A community group is aiming to clean up the 'filthy' Calder banks alongside Calderdale Council, starting this weekend.

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Funerals to be held today for Huddersfield crash victims Katelyn Dawson and Joe Brook

There has been an outpouring of grief for both following the fatal crashes in Moldgreen and Scapegoat Hill

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Calling all valley’s arts and craftspeople - book your Hebden Bridge Open Studios spots now!

Artists and craftspeople who want to be part of this year’s Hebden Bridge Open Studios event need to submit their entry forms by the closing date for applications, February 23. .

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Take your Valentine on a date to Todmorden Town Hall

In the run up to Valentine’s Day, visitors to Todmorden Town Hall will be able to discover the romantic history of the building at the next free taster tour.

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Woman, 33, dies in tragic collision after smashing head-on with overtaking car

A 23-year-old man has also been seriously injured in the crash near Flockton

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See the top nine most expensive houses sold around Huddersfield in 2017

The dream homes that were bought for a small fortune last year

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Cost sees axe fall at Todmorden playground

Shocked parents were appalled to discover that play equipment has been removed from their local play area, with no signs of it being replaced.

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"Nobody did anything!": Father hits out after 16-year-old robbed at knifepoint in Halifax Bus Station

The father of a 16-year-old boy has hit out after his son was robbed at knifepoint in a busy bus station.

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See the progress inside Pioneer House as it undergoes £3m transformation into Kirklees College

Pioneer House will be reopened in 2019 as The Pioneer Centre - a state-of-the-art Kirklees College campus

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Tributes to Huddersfield taxi firm boss with a 'golden heart'

Funeral to be held today for Mohammed Ashraf who ran Top Ten Taxis

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How Rastafarian poet and an Elvis fan found a spark on TV's First Dates Hotel

Huddersfield poet Devon Johnson went looking for love on Channel 4 show

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Plans for a second 24-hour gym in Huddersfield

JD Gyms gets permission for open-all-hours premises.

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Tuesday 30 January 2018

YW chief heralds Northern Forest flood scheme planting pledge at Gorpley, Todmorden

Yorkshire Water has today made an ambitious pledge to plant one million trees across its land in Yorkshire over the next ten years in a bid to reduce flood risk, offset carbon emissions and support the creation of a Northern Forest.

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'The longer he is missing the more concerned we become'

Family of missing Bernard Gaunt want to know he's safe and well.

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Students raise hundreds of pounds in sponsored run for Katelyn Dawson

Fundraiser held a day before Katelyn's funeral at Huddersfield Parish Church

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World famous artist Ian Berry helps inspire students on visit to his old school

Denim artist known as Denimu returns to Newsome High School

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Recognise mystery Huddersfield Town or Birmingham City fan in loud Hawaiian shirt?

Appeal to identify happy couple pictured in holiday snaps

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Watch dash-cam footage of taxi driver's rank bad manoeuvre

'Shocking driving happens all the time - and goes unpunished'

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Man arrested over murder of West Yorkshire woman found strangled, stabbed & sexually assaulted 20 years ago

Police have arrested a West Yorkshire man in connection with a murder more than 20 years ago.

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Dog walker who flung injured cat over a wall to die is caught

Family anger as teenager let off the hook

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Man arrested on suspicion of murder over death of pensioner over 20 years ago

Man aged 69 is being questioned by West Yorkshire detectives

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Why our Staffys are big softies at heart - and even love dressing up

Examiner readers jump to the defence of Staffordshire bull terriers.

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Fox's Biscuits in Batley to create dozens of new jobs

Jobs boost for one of the biggest employers in Kirklees.

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Passports renewal costs are set to increase - here's how you can avoid it before the deadline

Here's how the changes will affect you and your children

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Why a pile of rotting leaves could be a symptom of malaise at Kirklees Council

Tory chief calls for more pride in Huddersfield town centre

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Homeless "hero" who stole from Manchester terror attack is jailed

Chris Parker even took pictures of the injured victims and sold them to a reporter for £100

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Halifax police seek witnesses after cyclist suffers serious head injury during crash in Shelf

An appeal for witnesses has been issued after a serious crash in Halifax earlier today.

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Redundancies confirmed as Leeds bar and restaurant cease trading

Twenty-seven staff members employed at a Leeds restaurant and bar company have been made redundant, administrators have confirmed.

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'You were not the hero you pretended to be'... Judge slams homeless 'thief' who stole from Manchester bomb victims

Homeless Chris Parker, who stole from victims of the Manchester Arena bombing, has been jailed at Manchester Crown Court for four years and three months.

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Looking back one year on from reopening of Elland Bridge

It’s almost a year since Elland Bridge reopened to traffic – a milestone in Calderdale’s recovery from the Boxing Day floods.

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See what skills you need to work as a prison officer at HMP New Hall

There's another job going at the women's prison in Flockton

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West Yorkshire police officers who see 'devastating effect' of fatal crashes share hard-hitting message

A hard-hitting project to make West Yorkshire's roads safer has marked a major milestone after reaching more than 10,000 teenagers.

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Cheeky thieves broke into a Huddersfield house ... and stole its CCTV system

Here are the latest offences committed in the Huddersfield area

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Thugs stab man in back before fleeing in a Range Rover

Police reveal descriptions of the men they are hunting

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Weather warning: Icy cold snap set to return this week as experts warn of coldest ever February

An Arctic blast of icy winds, wintry showers and freezing temperatures is forecast to hit Britain this week as February kicks-off with a big chill.

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Mum 'struggling with depression' found dead by husband

Inquest opened into death of beauty therapist

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School life: A record year for Calderdale College

Calderdale College, the largest provider of further education, higher education and apprenticeships in Calderdale is celebrating a record year for 16- 18 achievement, reaching the top 5 per cent of general further education colleges in England.*

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'Too many women having abortions for Down Syndrome'

Thought-provoking campaign by the Church of England

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Huddersfield and Kirklees' most wanted: Can you identify these people caught on CCTV

West Yorkshire Police have again asked Examiner readers for their help

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Taking your kids on holiday is about to get even more expensive thanks to Government passports proposal

Passport plan means parents will have to shell out more cash

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Huddersfield Town fans urged to bring food bank donations ahead of tonight's game

Liverpool fans expected to chip in too

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Halifax schoolgirl texted her mother to say 'I love you but so sorry' on day of her death

A Halifax schoolgirl texted her mother to say "I love you but so sorry" on the day of her death, an inquest heard this morning.

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Top national award that says Todmorden Market is simply the best

Todmorden Market has won a top national award for being one of the best in the country.

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Dad-of-four jailed for stabbing man in neck

Mohammed Ishfaq committed the crime after a row in a pizza bar

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Tragic schoolgirl texted mum to say "I love you but so sorry"

Text sparked search for 11-year-old Ursula Keogh

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Pensioner accused of abusing two girls under the age of 13

David Abrahams from Netherton in Huddersfield denies the charges

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Drunk broke into neighbour's home - then offered to lend him money

Prolific burglar Carl Bailey caught red-handed.

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Inquest to open into death of Halifax schoolgirl Ursula Keogh

An inquest is due to open today into the death of a schoolgirl whose body was found in Halifax just a few hours after she went missing.

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It's the water feature that no gardener wants to see

Lepton pensioner's garden has flooded for the last 10 years.

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Villagers in Flockton urged to back petition for new bypass

Hopes raised after Government announces £100m fund for new roads.

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Travel alert: Two accidents causing delays for drivers in Halifax

Drivers in Halifax are being warned to expect disruption as police divert traffic away from the scene of a collision.

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Man high on drink and drugs crashed Audi A3 then set it on fire

Josh Remington, 30, was found with knife injuries to his neck.

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Monday 29 January 2018

Heart-wrenching tale of six-month-old pony found near busy Kirklees motorway junction

Wilbur was in danger of being hit by lorries ... and was also seriously ill.

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Painter leaves tiny Terrier speechless with amazing Huddersfield Town mural

Terry Troop has a season card despite being only four years old.

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Watch as speeding car flashes past police officer in 110mph M62 pursuit

West Yorkshire officer urging drivers to slow down in wet weather.

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Boy robbed of Armani cap by teenage knife gang

Teenager surrounded and threatened at Halifax Bus Station.

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Masked gang smash way into family's home to steal high-value Mercedes AMG

Dad says his 11-year-old daughter was left 'freaked out'

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Police investigating collision between car and teenager at Luddenden Foot

Police were called to reports of a collision between a car and a teenage pedestrian.

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New Huddersfield business park set to create up to 100 jobs

A £3m business park is being built next to the HQ of Mamas & Papas at Colnebridge

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'Immature' teenager must pay his life savings to court after being found with a knife

Jacey Collier was found guilty of carrying the weapon after a two-day trial 

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E-fit appeal after 'distressing' burglary attempt in Rastrick

Police issue e-fit image of man wanted in connection with Rastrick break-in

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Stepfather says boy savaged by dog in Batley 'may never walk again'

Three-year-old rushed to hospital with terrible injuries.

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One of Huddersfield's best-known, pioneering restaurateurs has died aged 80

Mario Bortoletto gained fame with Quo Vadis and Sole Mio

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School life: Calderdale College student wins chance to illustrate a book

Bethany Hall, higher education Art & Design student at Calderdale College wins Verd De Gris project to illustrate 5,000 miles book.

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Halifax veteran to be joined by royalty at ceremony after endeavour award nomination

A veteran from Halifax has been nominated for the recognising achievement award at the upcoming Endeavour Fund Awards, recognising how he has best used his endeavour experience to promote and catalyse his recovery.

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Police release image of suspect after burglary near Halifax

Police investigating a burglary at a home near Halifax has released an image of a man they are trying to trace.

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Youngsters at Gomersal school learn how Parliament works

Parliament Teacher Ambassador Mandy Barrett meets Batley and Spen MP Tracy Brabin

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Thieves steal highly distinctive Land Rover Defender

Victim from Scissett near Huddersfield believes it must have been taken to order

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Leeds tapas restaurant suddenly 'closed', says staff member

Leeds restaurant workers turned up and found it closed for business today, a staff member said.

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Health scare prompts artist to issue rallying call for Huddersfield hospital campaign

When HRI is shut down and it kills somebody, are you going to say sorry, I didn’t bother doing anything?

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Coroners search for family of Hebden Bridge woman who died at Leeds hospital

Coroners are appealing for information as they continue efforts to trace the relatives of a Hebden Bridge woman who died recently.

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Bob Mortimer: A man whose life was selflessly dedicated to public service

Bob Mortimer played a prominent role with the Royal British Legion and many other organisations

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When is West Yorkshire Police next recruiting new officers?

West Yorkshire Police has announced the date of its next round of recruitment for officers.

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Vital link roads in Colne Valley set to be resurfaced

Move follows a petition from residents demanding action

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Parts of M62 near Huddersfield closed for vital bridge work

Junction 26 at Chain Bar will be the main problem area

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Manager speaks out over prices at Piece Hall's festive event in market review

A report by Calderdale Council's market manager has reviewed the festive markets throughout the borough and has been critical of the events held at the Piece Hall.

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Could more Leeds United fans turn to the Shay to watch players with more 'heart'?

A long-term Leeds United season ticket holder is considering switching his support to non-League football and FC Halifax Town as the players have more 'heart'.

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Former Dragons' Den star gives Halifax businesses a boost

Two Halifax based firms have received a business boost from retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis.

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Violent thug left his ex with bleed on the brain

Jordan Barnet jailed as judge brands him 'jealous and suspicious'

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Book Review: The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert

A wonderful and unexpected book of fairy-tales.

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Frustration over Kirklees Council still using bottled water at its meetings

Green Clr Andrew Cooper shows them how water comes out of a tap

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Conmen target elderly victims in spate of incidents across Huddersfield

Descriptions of men posing as council workers to trick their way into homes

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Blaze sweeps though mill being renovated after previous fire

Firefighters estimate 70% of it has been destroyed

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Conmen target elderly victims in spate of incidents across Huddersfield

Descriptions of men posing as council workers to trick their way into homes

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Blaze sweeps though mill being renovated after previous fire

Firefighters estimate 70% of it has been destroyed

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Latest planning applications for Kirklees

Who's planning what in your area

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Huddersfield-made state of the art fire engines have been flown to Afghanistan

Meltham firm has been supplying NATO with two fire engines for Kabul airport in a £1.1m deal

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Revealed: The Calderdale restaurants with zero-star food hygiene ratings

These Calderdale restaurants, takeaways and cafes have all been told to make major improvements to their food hygiene practices.

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Looking for a job in leisure or tourism? This event is for you

Huddersfield Jobcentre is set to show jobseekers what the hospitality industry has to offer

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Sunday 28 January 2018

Sam Hunter back in court and other results from Kirklees Magistrates Court

Hunter was prosecuted for interfering with his tag

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Man seen covered in blood following serious assault in Batley

The attack happened in Healey Lane on Friday

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Huddersfield Town stars turn out for teenage boy's headshave after he loses his mum to cancer

Michael Hefele, Elias Kachunga and chairman Dean Hoyle help raise thousands

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Fancy renting a bank vault? These super secure premises could be yours

Former bank vaults in the centre of Dewsbury are available to rent for anyone with valuables to deposit

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Gale force winds, heavy rain and snow to come after last night's fiery skies

Paul Stevens explains what caused last night's purple, red and orange sky

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Hero rescues three-year-old boy from family's pet dog

Staffordshire Bull Terrier-type dog attacked him as he played in park

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Little girl and her family devastated after beloved cat 'poisoned'

Savannah died in agony at her home in Mirfield on Friday night

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Handwritten Eminem lyrics up on eBay for £4,000 - in Batley

The seller says it ended up with him via the star's uncle

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Police searching moors above Holmfirth for missing man

Have you seen Bernard Gaunt?

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Business focus with founder of Refreshed Minds

Zoe Thompson is the founder of Refreshed Minds, a service devoted to helping the people behind business overcome obstacles like stress and reach their full potential. Created in 2011, Refreshed Minds provides one to one, group and online solutions helping business owners get the best from their greatest resource, their minds.

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Widow of murdered man 'too frightened' to visit Huddersfield as killer remains at large 17 years on

Lynne Hardwick won't feel closure until the killers are caught

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Favourite Things: Celebrating heritage, pretty scenery and iconic landmarks

Christine Stewart, Starbeck neighbourhood news correspondent for the Harrogate Advertiser, shares her favourite things from around the district.

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"It's time to innovate and modernise our Council"

Councils in the North of England continue to face the brunt of Government cuts, these cuts come at a time of increasing social care demands from an ageing population.

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Young mum and Honley beauty therapist Lisa Highton dies

The 35-year-old was a loving wife and mum but suffered from depression

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Elland school praised for 'significant improvements' by Ofsted

Cross Lane Primary School in Elland has been praised for “significant improvements” in their latest Ofsted report, in which the school was rated as good.

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Local extras needed for new series of Channel 4 drama Ackley Bridge

The school drama, filmed in and around Halifax, is looking for teens and adults to act in supporting roles in series 2

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40 people left shivering in space blankets after Total Fitness gym and pools evacuated

Incident occurred following "over-zealous" use of hair dryer and hair oils

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Mrs Sunderland Festival in Huddersfield - dates, times and highlights

The 129-year-old festival of music, song and speech takes over Huddersfield Town Hall for half term

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Tributes to leading Calderdale businessman John Siddall

A former managing director of a leading Calderdale group of companies, Mr John Siddall has died aged 91.

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Saturday 27 January 2018

Parents' agony over son born with part of his brain missing

Will be some time before Lucy and Connor find out how much damage has been done

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Hundreds turn out for Huddersfield's first ever Vegan Festival

Every kind of food from Ethiopian cheese to vegetable sausage rolls on offer

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How this woman managed to get on the property ladder - at just 20 years old

Huddersfield property prices saw a huge surge last year

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Joe Brook scored that goal for us, says best friend of car crash victim honoured at Town v Birmingham

Huddersfield Town scored on the 21st minute - when fans were applauding in Joe Brook's memory

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Family's desperate appeal to trace missing Chloe Murphy, 16

Chloe was last seen in Huddersfield bus station last night

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Last of the Summer Wine actor heads to the cobbles to join cast of Coronation Street

Louis Emerick played one half of hapless cop duo Walsh and Cooper in the Holme Valley sitcom

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How running saved me from depression and helped give me a new life

Rachel Cullen hopes to inspire others with her memoir about swapping Prozac for marathon running

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Meet the artist behind Arcade Beers' new black and white look

Arcade Beer and Liquor given a spruce up by Brighouse independent artist

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Residents warned after spate of car theft attempts in Mirfield

Councillor looking forward to public meeting with Kirklees Chief of Police Steve Cotter

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Overgate Hospice launches new drop-in support service

A brand new drop-in service for adults suffering from a life-limiting illness and/or their carers has been launched by Overgate Hospice.

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Thongsbridge Co-op trashed as thieves try to steal cash machine

It's the latest in a series of raids in the area on supermarket ATM cash machines

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Calderdale clamping down on the ugly scourge of dumped waste

Illegal fly-tipping in Calderdale is costing taxpayers thousands of pounds each year - but new legislation could help tackle the problem.

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Forget Me Not Children Hospice and a year to remember

Bradley's Forget Me Not Children's Hospice is looking after more children and their families than ever.

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Robert Sutcliffe: Why Sainsbury's inspired me to get back in the vinyl groove 25 years on

CDs and cassettes just don't have the same romance

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Friday 26 January 2018

Inquest to open into death of 11-year-old girl in Halifax

The inquest into the death of a school-girl in Halifax is set to open on Tuesday.

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Have you been papped by our Snapper about Town? This week it's Plumbers Arms

See if our photographer caught you on camera!

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Safety concerns sparked after Tesco customer spots man 'injecting' in car park

TJ Quinn says a lack of CCTV is drawing anti-social behaviour to the car park.

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University of Huddersfield unveils plans for multi-million pound 'superlab'

Planning application submitted for new four-storey learning centre.

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Why posting abusive comments over death of Ursula Keogh could be a criminal offence

Police issue Facebook warning as date set for opening of inquest.

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Police warn online vigilantes to stop paedophile sting operations

Targeting child abusers could put prosecutions at risk say police.

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More than 50 homes planned for land around former Spotted Cow pub

Arson-hit building will be demolished if plans get the go-ahead.

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Schoolboy who stabbed another teen was "pushed to the limit" by bullies

Judge said boy had been victim of 'persistent and serious' bullying

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Why Jason McCartney won't be standing again as an MP

Colne Valley Tory enjoying new life outside Parliament.

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Big fine for owner of takeaway infested with cockroaches and mice

Boss of Hot Grill takeaway prosecuted by Kirklees Council.

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Wheels park land at Centre Vale will be leased to Todmorden Council, not ‘disposed of’

Calderdale Council proposals to dispose of some land at Centre Vale Park, Todmorden, have caused a stir - but townspeople should not be alarmed.

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Here's how the main library in Calderdale has changed the way it lends books

Brand new library has embraced the digital age

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Mobile speed camera locations in Calderdale

Here are the locations of mobile speed camera locations in Calderdale the week commencing Monday 29 January.

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Planning applications: What is being built where you live?

Here are the latest planning applications to appear before Calderdale Council.

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Thelma Walker promoted as aide to one of Labour's top MPs

Colne Valley politician promoted after less than a year in Parliament.

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The Last Laugh starring playwright John Godber to be premiered in Huddersfield

Visualise Films set for further success following release of its first feature film

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Luxury car dealership to bring Jaguar and Land Rover to Lindley Moor

Rybrook to merge two Huddersfield dealerships on new site

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How did Calderdale schools fair in recent league tables?

Calderdale ranked above the national avaerage in the recent secondary school league tables published by the Department of Education.

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Thornton Lodge GP surgery out of special measures after inadequate rating

Practice on the mend after latest CQC inspection report

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After Leeds United badge debacle how Huddersfield Town designed new Terrier logo

Leeds faced a furore while Huddersfield's new corporate image was welcomed

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Vigil and car convoy to be held in memory of Halifax schoolgirl

A group of car enthusiasts will come together in Halifax and create a convoy to a night vigil which will be held in memory of Halifax schoolgirl Ursula Keogh.

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Firm donates £8000 to Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Cash plan provider, Sovereign Health Care, has donated £8,000 to Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust as part of an annual charitable donation to seven of Yorkshire’s NHS Trusts.

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Royal British Legion stalwart Bob Mortimer has died, aged 81

Netherton man was also a Kirklees councillor for many years

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Thug threatened shopkeeper with knife before fleeing with till in terrifying robbery

Police have released CCTV image of suspect in Dewsbury off-licence raid

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Man accused of murdering mum-of-three due to stand trial

Court hears that Zbigniew Lasek will be denying the charge

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Trial date set for man accused of murdering wife at Halifax home

A judge has confirmed that a 35-year-old man accused of murdering his wife at a family home in Halifax will stand trial in May.

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Man dies following tragic road accident in Paddock

Police want to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the crash

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Court briefs: Who's been up in court?

Here are the latest Calderdale cases to appear in magistrates court.

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Labour MPs challenged to condemn threats which led to cancellation of Tory dinner

Conservatives find new venue after bitter row over National Coal Mining Museum.

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How on earth does magician Adam Patel do this?

Magician from Kirklees is hitting the big time in London

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Review: The beating heart of Hollywood ... here in Huddersfield

Music from the music makes it a night to remember at Huddersfield Town Hall

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Take a tour of what could be the poshest charity shop in Kirklees

Forget Me Not Hospice transforms former post office into boutique shop

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Woman in her 50s mugged in Birkby street

Victim refused to let go of her bag and was pulled over hde

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Antiques Roadshow coming to the Piece Hall in Halifax

BBC experts hoping for stunning finds on visit to West Yorkshire.

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Thursday 25 January 2018

BBC television’s Antiques Roadshow will be at Halifax Piece Hall on July 8

BBC One’s Antiques Roadshow will be filming at The Piece Hall in Halifax on Sunday, July 8.

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Serious car smash shuts main road at Paddock

Police appeal for information as investigations get underway

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Why it's your last chance to help save Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

Jeremy Hunt to allow independent experts to decide fate of hospital.

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Man who collapsed in Mirfield tragedy was a former rugby player

Bob Cowie came originally from Australia

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Giant puppets bring a colourful yet sombre message to Huddersfield's streets

Town centre procession in remembrance of the Holocaust.

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Watch: School run chaos in Crosland Moor same day girl knocked down

Parents anger over lack of school crossing in Dry Clough Road Crosland Moor

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Challenge Cup medal dating back to 1904 stolen from a house in Calderdale

Medal has great sentimental value

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New hope for campaigners as Jeremy Hunt ducks decision over future of HRI

Health Secretary decides not to simply rubber stamp controversial proposals

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Huddersfield roads crumbling due to chronic lack of funding

Just £2.2m a year in the council's budget is nowhere near enough

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Mirror with electronic switch hid illegal cigarettes in town centre shop

Huddersfield shop boss refused licence after fake tobacco haul found

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Secondary School league tables: How did Yorkshire do?

More than a quarter of a million children are being taught at underperforming secondary schools, official figures show.

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Plenty to celebrate at Crossley Heath's prize giving

Crossley Heath students had plenty to celebrate at their annual prize giving event.

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Big rise for West Yorkshire's police precept

Bills could soar by almost 8%\n

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Forget Tufty and the Green Cross Code Man - this is road safety for the next generation

How Emley youngsters are making the safety message fun

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Caught on camera: Do you know these people?

These CCTV images have been released by police in Calderdale of people they would like to speak to.

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'Distinctive' rugby Challenge Cup medal stolen in Calderdale burglary

A "distinctive" rugby medal was stolen during a burglary in Calderdale.

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Lorry wheel hurtles down Huddersfield ring road before slamming into £80,000 Mercedes

Police tell Mercedes driver she could easily have been killed

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Vandals ruin children's poster display warning of dog dirt dangers

The 47 posters lasted just 4 hours before they were torn down

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Struggling Kirklees hospital trust is getting better

Mid Yorkshire gets confidence boost after CQC check up

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Why eyesore damaged car left abandoned on a school drive for over a month

Holmfirth High criticised for leaving knackered old Seat by main entrance

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Man dies after he was found in a Mirfield garden

Police inquiries at an early stage into how the 47-year-old died

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Large numbers of children in Kirklees are growing up in poverty

We reveal the worst and best places in Huddersfield

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Marsden Jazz Festival scoops award to help much-needed fund raising

This annual jazz festival needs to raise £150,000 a year, so Arts Council funding is much appreciated.

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Grand Central tops table with Calderdale to London commuters

Train operator Grand Central is the highest rated for customer satisfaction amongst British leisure and commuter travellers, according to research published this week by consumer champion Which?

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Sir Elton John set for final tour after a career that took him from Halifax to Las Vegas

SIR Elton John is to embark on a three-year farewell world tour as he bows out of live performing to spend more time with his children.

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Cars seized by police in crackdown on demon drivers

The crackdown of demon drivers across Calderdale has seen 22 cars seized by specialist officers.

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Criminals have done £2m worth of manual labour to pay their dues

West Yorkshire offenders complete 264,790 hours of unpaid work

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Is axed motorway junction plan at Rastrick still on the cards?

Government scraps M62 scheme... but planners continue with study

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Family and friends join Halifax’s Betty celebrating her 100th birthday

Family from all over the country arrived to help Elizabeth - Betty - Eagland celebrate her 100th birthday.

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Police hunt for missing Huddersfield teen girl last seen at train station with unknown man

Irram Saleem, 14, was last seen on Wednesday afternoon and there is a desperate search for her

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Sleeping under stars at Piece Hall in aid of homeless charity

Nicky Chance-Thompson, the chief executive of The Piece Hall Trust, is joining Halifax based charity Happy Days in a mass sleep out under the stars at the Grade I listed building on January 31.

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Brighouse coach travel company ceases trading

The award-winning Brighouse firm Arrow Coach Travel confirmed that they have ceased trading.

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Why the way Kirklees sorts out faulty street lights is different than neighbouring councils

Disagreement over which way is the most effective to get them fixed.

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Luxury chocolatier Hotel Chocolat plan for Halifax store

Luxury chocolatier Hotel Chocolat reported a leap in revenues over Christmas and revealed plans to open four new stores in Yorkshire including Halifax.

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Cars involved in suspected crimes seized by police

A Mini and Mercedes Benz car have been seized by police after they were involved in suspected crimes in Calderdale.

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Wednesday 24 January 2018

Chef Eric Paxman reveals why rhubarb is way better than people think

Lindley chef set to lead a day trip to the heart of Yorkshire's Rhubard Triangle.

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Kirklees Council reveals when the historic Mount Pleasant clock tower is to be toppled

The end is nigh for iconic Lockwood structure.

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Court challenge over "offensive" slogan on ballot paper

English Democrats angry its slogan was removed following Jo Cox's murder

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Misery for teacher and young son needing food banks due to Universal Credit delay

Emma-Jayne Best says she has "nightmares of my house being repossessed".

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'Lovely lad' found drowned in canal was depressed after close friend died of overdose

Mum pays tribute to football-mad son who died in July

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Delays expected after busy Halifax commuter road closed

A busy commuter road out of Halifax has been severely disrupted by issues with water works.

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Schoolgirl hit by a car in Crosland Moor

Parents say they repeatedly raised concerns of the lack of crossing in Dryclough Road

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Lorry driver badly injured in M62 crash which is causing severe delays

Police are urging drivers to avoid the area because of delays.

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Collision causes M62 traffic disruption

Traffic tailbacks have occurred on the M62 after what is thought to have been a minor collision.

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Stars turn to Halifax designer for the wow factor

TV presenter Ruth Langsford was one of three celebrities who made sure they dressed to impress at last night’s National Television Awards by stepping out in gowns created by Halifax designer Kevan Jon.

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Tragic school girl Ursula was last seen alive yards from novelist mum's work

Ursula Keogh, 11, was last spotted on North Bridge but her body was found in The River Calder

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Move aside Felix - there's a new kitty on the block

Meet Oscar who has taken up residence at Holmfirth police station ... and on Facebook

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If you thought police officers were looking younger these days then take a look at these cadets

Volunteer Police Cadets aged 13 to 18 now have their uniforms

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Half a month's worth of rain fell on Huddersfield this morning

Flash flooding fears for the Calder, Holme and Colne valleys

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Leeds United unveil new badge ... and the Twitter reaction is brilliant

The club said it took six months and they consulted 10,000 people - but some fans were not happy

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Hebden Bridge Junior Band thank all for record donations for cancer charity

The young musicians of Hebden Bridge Junior Band have thanked generous Calder Valley people who donated to their collection for the Candlelighters children’s cancer charity at Hebden Bridge’s big Christmas Eve event.

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Leeds United unveil new club crest

Leeds United today unveiled a new crest signalling the dawn of a new era in the club’s proud history.

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Before the courts: Attacks on police officers, drink driving and thief who stole £119 of toothbrushes

Latest from the courtrooms

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The first Todmorden Book Festival launches with unveiling of patron

Todmorden is to have its own book festival later this year - and one of the country’s rising poetry stars has agreed to become patron of the new event.

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High number of children now living in poverty in the Colne Valley

Shock statistics just released

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Flowers left on North Bridge as school pays tribute to schoolgirl after tragic death

Floral tributes have been left on North Bridge and a school has offered support to pupils following the tragic death of young girl.

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Jodie Whittaker speaks out during National Television Awards

The new Dr Who made a strong point for all women in the industry

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Public services 'on their knees' in Calderdale

And that's the council leader saying this

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Guard suffers serious facial injuries during 'violent attack' in Brighouse

The security guard who was the victim of robbery during a routine job to a Brighouse bank remains in hospital with serious facial injuries.

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Man snared by paedophile hunters is only told by judge not to contact underage girls on the internet

Christopher Watts is given a community order to tackle his behaviour after he had sex chats with youngsters

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Brodstock 2018 set to be one of Yorkshire’s best festivals

It might only be entering its fifth year but Hipperholme’s Brodstock Music Festival is preparing to be one of the county’s leading fundraisers this Summer.

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Police at scene of two crashes on the M62 motorway

Drivers are being warned to be careful on the roads around West Yorkshire this morning after two smashes on the M62.

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New council housing will be built in Kirklees

Amid a waiting list of over 10,000, council finds room for eight new houses.

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Councillors shrug off barrage of criticism over Bradley golf course plan

Cabinet says it's pushing ahead with controversial housing scheme.

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Don't ignore that test invitation, NHS Kirklees urges during Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

NHS Kirklees wants every woman eligible for the test to make sure they take it and prevent unnecessary deaths.

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New £10m primary school planned for Huddersfield

A drop-in-session will be held to show off plans for the £10m Brambles Primary Academy to be built at Clare Hill

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Dewsbury care home loses High Court bid to block critical watchdog report into its standards

War of words as Ashworth Grange bosses accuse health inspectors of inaccurate review.

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Meet the man behind Huddersfield's best kept hairdressing secret!

And he has no intention of hanging up his scissors just yet!

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Security van driver seriously injured in ammonia attack in Brighouse

Police confirmed a corrosive substance was used in the attack in Briggate

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Eyewitness saw man with "big box of money" run past after Brighouse acid attack

17-year-old was sat with her friends when he ran past them

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Police formally identify Ursula Keogh after body found in water

Eleven-year-old Ursula's body was found in Hebble Brook, at Paris Gates, Halifax, yesterday

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Meet Doogle the dog who's helping build kids' confidence by listening to them read

Doogle the Labradoodle is helping students at King James' School gain in confidence about reading out loud

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Obituary: Motor Neurone Disease fundraiser Elaine Barden

"Fundraising was a passion," says husband.

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HRI campaigners reveal setback in plan to take hospital chiefs to court

Hands Off HRI dealt a blow

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West Yorkshire Vegan Festival comes to Huddersfield Town Hall

Find out how to go vegan - and taste vegan food at this festival

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Heavy rain and strong winds predicted for M62 as Met Office issues yellow weather warning

The weather authority says some homes and businesses will flood and bus and train services will be affected

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Gang steal upmarket BMW after breaking into businessman's home while his family slept

Company director urging car owners to be vigilant after latest break-in

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Huddersfield and Kirklees' most wanted: Can you identify these people caught on CCTV

West Yorkshire Police have again asked Examiner readers for their help

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Tributes paid to schoolgirl Ursula Keogh after body found in river Calder

Lightcliffe Academy has paid tribute to Urusla Keogh

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Man prosecuted for dumping this mountain of tyres

Stewart Eatwell was running an illegal tyre recycling business in Cleckheaton

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Grill Kirklees Council about its cuts and budget at Question Time event

Event to be hosted at town hall

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Measles is on the rise in West Yorkshire - and is coming to Kirklees

There have been new cases reported in Kirklees, health officials say

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Fantastic photos deep within Standedge Tunnel

New book on Britain's longest, deepest and highest canal tunnel

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Major Holocaust memorial event in Huddersfield

Giant puppets, a survivor, schoolchildren and musicians will all take part.

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'Simply more of your money for them to waste' - your angry reactions to 6% hike in council tax

The proposed hike will add around £8 a month to some bills.

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Lena Headey and the Queen now have something in common

Game of Thrones gets the official stamp of approval.

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Here's what would-be investors are being told about Kirklees

Kirklees has "dropped the ball" it is claimed by failing to get the district a higher profile.

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Join MEP Amjad tackle some Halifax litter hotspots

Local MEP Amjad Bashir is calling for volunteers to help him tackle litter and rubbish in parts of Halifax.

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Calderdale cold-calling director Tony Abbott hit with 12 year disqualification

A director of a cold-calling company based in Elland that went onto liquidation has been handed a 12 year disqualification by the Insolvency Service.

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"Be prepared": Flood alert issued for Calder

A flood warning has been issued for the river Calder this morning along with a yellow Met Office rain warning.

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Councillors shrug off barrage of criticism over Bradley golf course plan

Cabinet says it's pushing ahead with controversial housing scheme.

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Tuesday 23 January 2018

Dewsbury care home loses High Court bid to block critical watchdog report into its standards

War of words as Ashworth Grange bosses accuse health inspectors of inaccurate review.

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Meet the man behind Huddersfield's best kept hairdressing secret!

And he has no intention of hanging up his scissors just yet!

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Todmorden school is on the right track, 12 months on

Ferney Lee School, Todmorden, is on the right track to becoming a good school, 12 months after Ofsted inspectors found it required improvement.

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Future of Calder High School’s sixth form in the balance

Calder High is beginning a pre-statutory consultation on the future of the school’s sixth form, the school has revealed.

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Security van driver seriously injured in ammonia attack in Brighouse

Police confirmed a corrosive substance was used in the attack in Briggate

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Todmorden beaten to the Nobel punch - but Grammar School’s still tops with two different winners!

Todmorden is justifiably proud of the fact that it has produced two Nobel prizewinners.

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Eyewitness saw man with "big box of money" run past after Brighouse acid attack

17-year-old was sat with her friends when he ran past them

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Security guard attacked with chemical and robbed of cash box outside West Yorkshire bank

A security guard has been attacked with a chemical and robbed outside a bank in West Yorkshire.

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Police formally identify Ursula Keogh after body found in water

Eleven-year-old Ursula's body was found in Hebble Brook, at Paris Gates, Halifax, yesterday

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Meet Doogle the dog who's helping build kids' confidence by listening to them read

Doogle the Labradoodle is helping students at King James' School gain in confidence about reading out loud

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Brighouse town centre closed off after suspected bank robbery

A large section of Brighouse town centre has been closed after unconfirmed reports of a robbery at a bank in Thornton Square

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Police confirm body found in River Calder was missing Halifax schoolgirl Ursula Keogh

Police have confirmed that a girl found dead in the River Calder yesterday was missing Halifax girl Ursula Keogh.

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Tributes to Lightcliffe schoolgirl as police confirm identity of body found in river

Tributes have been paid to a Lightcliffe schoolgirl after West Yorkshire Police confirmed that the body found in Hebble Brook, Halifax, was that of missing 11-year-old Ursula Keogh.

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Obituary: Motor Neurone Disease fundraiser Elaine Barden

"Fundraising was a passion," says husband.

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Flood warning: Things are going to get very wet in parts of Yorkshire tomorrow

The Met Office has issued a warning for the west of Yorkshire as a spell of heavy rain and high winds threatens flooding and damage to homes.

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HRI campaigners reveal setback in plan to take hospital chiefs to court

Hands Off HRI dealt a blow

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West Yorkshire Vegan Festival comes to Huddersfield Town Hall

Find out how to go vegan - and taste vegan food at this festival

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School life: Students get chance to play with national brass band champions

Last month the Brighouse High School Wind Band joined forces with Brooksbank School Wind Band and the Brighouse High School Guitar Ensemble for a special performance with Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band at the  Central Methodist Church.

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Heavy rain and strong winds predicted for M62 as Met Office issues yellow weather warning

The weather authority says some homes and businesses will flood and bus and train services will be affected

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Gang steal upmarket BMW after breaking into businessman's home while his family slept

Company director urging car owners to be vigilant after latest break-in

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Calder Valley MP hits out at Local Plan’s revised sites for homes

Calder Valley MP Craig Whittaker has hit back after a revised list of sites for new homes has been released as part of Calderdale Council’s Local Plan.

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Huddersfield and Kirklees' most wanted: Can you identify these people caught on CCTV

West Yorkshire Police have again asked Examiner readers for their help

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Your suggestions for the Halifax Monopoly game plus how to vote

Suggestions for the Halifax Monopoly game have been coming in thick and fast as residents start to send in their votes.

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Tributes paid to schoolgirl Ursula Keogh, whose body was found in river Calder

Lightcliffe Academy has paid tribute to Urusla Keogh

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Man prosecuted for dumping this mountain of tyres

Stewart Eatwell was running an illegal tyre recycling business in Cleckheaton

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Grill Kirklees Council about its cuts and budget at Question Time event

Event to be hosted at town hall

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Measles is on the rise in West Yorkshire - and is coming to Kirklees

There have been new cases reported in Kirklees, health officials say

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Cars in collision at Clifton

Emergency servies including two ambulances and the police were called to a collision at Clifton on Monday, January 22.

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Fantastic photos deep within Standedge Tunnel

New book on Britain's longest, deepest and highest canal tunnel

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Enquiries ongoing after body of young girl found in Hebble Brook

Enquiries remain ongoing after a body was found in the Hebble brook in Halifax yesterday evening.

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River rescue of Labradoodle at Walsden

A Labradoodle dog was rescued by Fire Service personnel after falling into a river off Rochdale Road, Walsden.

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Major Holocaust memorial event in Huddersfield

Giant puppets, a survivor, schoolchildren and musicians will all take part.

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'Simply more of your money for them to waste' - your angry reactions to 6% hike in council tax

The proposed hike will add around £8 a month to some bills.

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Monday 22 January 2018

Here's why car drivers motorists are struggling to get out of Sainsbury's car park

Drivers flouting basic rules of the road.

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Body found during search for missing girl Ursula Keogh

The 11-year-old went missing in Halifax earlier today

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Police find body of young girl in river in search for missing 11-year-old in Halifax

Police searching for a missing 11-year-old girl in West Yorkshire have found a body in a river this evening.

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Changing face of Huddersfield's restaurant and bar scene

Here are the ones that are just opening.

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How the Kirklees Council budget will affect you

The cuts, spends and savings explained.

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Police in Halifax searching for missing 11-year-old girl

POLICE are urgently appealing for information to trace a missing 11-year-old girl from Halifax.

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Teenage girls 'petrified' as thieves enter bedroom in 3am search for car keys

Teenagers in tears after thieves ransack Lindley house.

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Urgent appeal by detectives to trace 11-year-old girl

Missing girl last seen at around 3.30pm today.

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Loneliness is a hidden problem, says Lisa

“I think there are hundreds, if not thousands, of people in this community that are lonely but are not asking for help.” That is the stark message from the chief executive of Age UK Calderdale.

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Eye-watering council tax rise will add £97 onto the average Kirklees Council bill

New powers will allow the biggest increase in a decade - and council also plan to hike parking charges and introduce more bus lane enforcement

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Argos, Aldi and ASOS shoppers are being targeted by scams - this is what you need to know

Several scams have come to light over the past few weeks

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Police helicopter in operation above Halifax town centre

A police helicopter is in operation above Halifax town centre as part of a search for a missing person.

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Roadworks on Leeds Road in Huddersfield have moved - and they are causing chaos

It's taking 30 minutes to do a 5 minute journey after roadworks move to a new junction

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Tesco is cutting 1,700 shop floor jobs across its stores

The supermarket giant says it is axing the roles to simplify staffing structures

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School life: Saskia rewarded for great work in the community

Brighouse High School recently received the National Citizen Service Gold Award in recognition of the support time and commitment the school has given to young people and the contribution to the local and national community.

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Visitor Elliot’s Piece Hall print design has the ‘wow!’ factor

A superb new poster-style artwork of Halifax Piece Hall has produced the “wow!” factor on social media and soon copies are likely to be for sale.

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Thieves escape with safe after threatening Huddersfield care home staff

They also demanded mobile phones from victims.

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Why China loves Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra

A nine date tour ... and 1,000 people saw them most nights.

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How many dogs were stolen in West Yorkshire last year?

An average of four dogs were stolen in West Yorkshire every week last year, according to police data.

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Halifax closes the gap in bid to get its own Monopoly game

It's time to get voting as the latest figures revealed that Huddersfield is edging Halifax in its bid to get its very own Monopoly game.

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Leaves in gutters could be damaging Kirklees flats

'Blocked fall pipe causing water damage to flats.'

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Funeral date set for Brighouse dancer Katelyn Dawson

The funeral date of a Brighouse dancer who was killed crashed into a bust stop where she was waiting has been announced.

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Have your say on how much is added to council tax bills to fund policing in West Yorkshire

People in West Yorkshire are being invited to have their say on levels of funding for the county's police force.

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Dancers raised thousands to honour one of Huddersfield's most famous sons

Here's some of the history behind the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation.

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Yorkshire will be warmer than Greece this week as cold snap gives way to warmer temperatures

The big chill seems to have eased as Yorkshire looks set for a week of milder temperatures that could even be warmer than Athens or Rome.

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Staggering 27 domestic violence attacks in Kirklees EACH day

Worrying trend for reports of violence and emotional abuse have seen incidents increase by more than 50 per cent

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This is no Narnia ... police find cannabis growing in a wardrobe

Police found clothes hung up in the kitchen instead.

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Modern slavery in the UK is far worse than Government figures suggest

Huddersfield University researcher says many victims are UK citizens.

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You say these roads are the worst for potholes in Huddersfield?

Is a road in the Colne Valley really the worst - or do you know of somewhere with more craters?

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Rags to riches: Huddersfield man who founded £200m Bonmarche business has died

Gurchait Singh Chima was a devoted family man who went from the rag trade to riches

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Lunchtime bulletin: Top Huddersfield stories by noon on Monday 22 January

These are  the stories making the headlines at lunchtime

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SNF enlists Smith Brothers for prestigious Billingham connection

Yorkshire power contractor Smith Brothers has been appointed by world-leading polymer provider SNF, to carry out large-scale electrical engineering works at its first UK-based manufacturing facility.

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Elland-based Marshalls outperforming the construction sector

Paving specialist Marshalls said it is outperforming the rest of the sector as revenues jumped 8 per cent to £430m in 2017.

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Crimewatch files: These are the latest crimes in your area

There are mountain bike thefts, car thefts and crowbar brandishing raiders threatened care home staff for their phones

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M62 traffic: Lane of motorway closed after crash near Ripponden

A lane is closed on the M62 in West Yorkshire after a crash near Ripponden.

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Will snow return to Calderdale this week?

Calderdale has seen its fair share of snow over the last seven days and it doesn’t look like it is set to continue.

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Clifton business park plan is 'flawed'

But council says site will bring in thousands of jobs

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VIDEO: Dancers put best feet forward at Tapathon

Hundreds of dancers took part in the 22nd annual Roy Castle Tapathon yesterday (Sunday).

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How victims of stalking by strangers will get better protection

New law follows underuse of Clare's Law which was backed by a Batley dad whose daughter was murdered

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Pensioner has phone and handbag taken in Brighouse doorstep robbery

Detectives in Calderdale are appealing for help after a pensioner was robbed on her own doorstep as she returned from the shops.

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Mountain volunteers rescue ill man from woods in Hebden Bridge

A walker had to be stretchered across several fields after he became ill during a trip through woods in Hebden Bridge.

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M62 crash: Drivers warned of major delays after pile-up near Brighouse

Major delays are being reported on the M62 in West Yorkshire this morning after a pile-up on the motorway near Brighouse.

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Angry dad says neighbourhood is a 'pig sty' - and he's leaving

Father-of-two says illegal tipping is 'rife'

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Man found injured in Huddersfield street has died, police confirm

He was taken to Leeds General Infirmary after being found seriously hurt

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Sunday 21 January 2018

How about this for an ultra tough charity challenge

"It's probably the hardest thing I've ever done," says seasoned fell runner

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Something a bit different as Slaithwaite Philharmonic end up with ballet dancers on stage

And they also join forces with one of Europe's best composers

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Car abandoned in the snow is torched by arsonists

Owner counting the cost after Chevrolet car is destroyed

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Who killed Dorothy Wood? The crime that shocked Huddersfield

Frail spinster was suffocated in her bed in 1996

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Mugger pushes woman into wall at cash machine to grab £20

Victim left shaken and bruised after 8am robbery

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Kirklees using far more grit on the roads than last winter

At least it's due to get milder this week

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Yorkshire weather warning: Met office warns rain, sleet and snow likely to turn to ice

The Met Office has issued a weather warning for Yorkshire and the Humber tonight as temperatures are set to drop.

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Why Jet2.com has refused to sign up to a new service to solve disputes with disgruntled passengers

It explains why its own in-house service is better

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How man suffered serious head injuries remain a mystery

He was by himself and had carrier bags when he was badly hurt in Lepton

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West Yorkshire Fire Service recruits new firefighters for the second time in eight years

Fancy a career as a firefighter?

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Diesel the wandering Doberman is dunroamin' and is back home in Huddersfield

But why was he found meandering around a railway station more than 100 miles away?

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Brother of Ripper victim dies aged just 52

David Whitaker lost his sister, Josephine, in April 1979

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Business Focus with CEO of Discourse

Dan Cawdron is the CEO of Discourse, a Public Relations and Marketing Consultancy firm based in Halifax. Discourse provides PR, Marketing, Business Development and Funding support for companies across West Yorkshire looking to develop and expand their brands.

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Watch as driver panics as motorway cop puts on blue lights

Video shows what NOT to do if blue lights appear in your mirror

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How a beauty salon owner is helping a village stop yobbish behaviour

Makeup artist Sadie Cooper has a novel way of keeping kids off the streets

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Calderdale Council forks out £250,000 in settlement fees

Calderdale Council has forked out more than a quarter of a million pounds in settlement agreements over the last four years.

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"Our NHS is on the brink and needs funding"

Each year during the coldest months we see increased demand on our healthcare services.

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Mystery over man found seriously injured on Huddersfield road

Police are keeping an "open mind" after a man was found seriously injured on a lane in Lepton, Huddersfield.

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Nostalgia special: Huddersfield pubs dating right back to 1853!

Some have hardly changed over the years

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Hospital visitors cough up nearly £3million in car parking charges

Visitors to Calderdale Royal Hospital have forked out nearly £3m in parking charges over the last five years.

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Woman's incredible courage to test if she has a degenerative disease ... or not

Radio documentary traces Jacqui's journey to know her future

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Mystery over how man left fighting for life sustained his injuries

The man, who is in his 40s, was found on Common End Lane in Lepton shortly after 7:40am on Saturday morning

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'Taxpayers to fill financial black hole' - reaction to six per cent Council Tax hike

The leader of the Conservative group in Calderdale has reacted to the budget proposals saying that taxpayers are being expected to fill a huge black hole in Council finances.

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Is tragic Madama Butterfly a triumph for Opera North?

First major opera of the year for West Yorkshire

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Saturday 20 January 2018

Your chance to become an extra in films and TV

Auditions coming up in West Yorkshire

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Grants on offer to explore Huddersfield's history just after World War One

Money will come from the Heritage Lottery Fund

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Dramatic Holmfirth flood photos resurface ... after 74 years

Photos of the 1944 flood just days before the D-Day landings in WWII

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Dramatic Holmfirth flood photos resurface ... after 74 years

Photos of the 1944 flood just days before the D-Day landings in WWII

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Here's why you might have seen giant penguins waddling round Huddersfield town centre

They even created an iconic Beatles photo

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Watch as drivers reverse down M62 to avoid crash tailbacks

Motorist posted video on social media

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Worrying figures show how much we are spending on booze every week

Fruit and vegetables spending lagging way behind

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Pile-up on the M62 near Huddersfield

Several vehicles involved in smash at Ainley Top

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'Mindless' vandals daub obscene graffiti and Nazi swastika in Huddersfield village

Police called in after night of criminal damage

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Stone thieves have targeted these villages - but who is buying their haul for cash?

Police called in as thieves target traditional stone paths and walls

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So who is winning at Monopoly between Huddersfield and Halifax

The battle is hotting up to see whether Huddersfield or Halifax will feature in a new Pennine edition of the popular boardgame

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Robber threatens vulnerable pensioner with scissors - just for a few pounds

Police want to speak to slim man in his 20s

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Caravan torched on Huddersfield street

Owner had been warned to move the van at the bottom of Newsome

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Four Kirklees gritting lorries have crashed on black ice this morning

Urgent warning: It is still treacherous out there

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Final toast for Halifax Wine company as bosses cut back business

A wine company based in Halifax town centre has decided to close part of its business after 24 years in the wine trade.

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Hebden Bridge artist invents new art genre “Shelf Portrait”

Inventing a new artistic genre is quite a feat, especially when it’s one that has mass appeal and a snappy title.

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Huddersfield's starring 'roll' in movie critics are raving about

Here's why filmmakers Scott Elliott and Sid Sadowskyj are set to look sharp on the red carpet

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Handmade fundraiser is a a masquerade

Red Masquerade Ball

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Why veganism isn't weird or extreme - and how it's catching on in Huddersfield

Why plant-based diets are catching on among animal-loving millennials in Huddersfield.

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OPINION: Suicide among young men is a feminist issue

Talking doesn't make you a pansy, guys, it makes you human

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They speak for you – but how loud are Calderdale MP's voices in Parliament?

They are paid to be your voice in Parliament - and it seems Calderdale's MP’s aren’t afraid to make theirs heard.

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Faulty street lighting is "a gift to criminals"

Kirklees urged to speed up repairs on lighting in the borough.

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20mph zone car smash concerns in Calderdale

Mytholmroyd residents have grown more concerned with speeding in their area after a parked car was written off on a 20mph road in Mytholmroyd.

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Friday 19 January 2018

It's not too late to benefit from a flu jab this winter

Vulnerable people and children urged to take up vaccination.

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From Brighouse Town to an international call-up ...

Twenty players name in new Yorkshire football squad.

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Is this the scruffiest street in Huddersfield?

Complaints of untidy gardens, fly-tipping and dog mess

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Man dies in crash on rural road near Huddersfield turn-off for the M1

64-year-old dies after car careers into a ditch at Woolley.

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This is why the River Holme suddenly turned 'Irn Bru' orange

Scientists carrying out tests on the water.

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