Husband 'headbutted his wife' outside shops in Mirfield

There is CCTV footage of the alleged incident on Huddersfield Road

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Huddersfield GP surgery threatened with closure after doctor tells patients 'just go to hospital'

Health watchdog says Woodhouse Hill has gone from bad to worse with concerns about out of date records and staffing levels

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Yorkshire Day: 'Welcome to Yorkshire' signs appear near M1 and M62 motorways

Many other counties have welcome signs to greet visitors as they cross the border but Yorkshire has long been an exception.

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IN PICTURES: Six more Calderdale filming locations used in Ackley Bridge series two

There have been plenty more Calderdale locations to spot during the last few episodes of Ackley Bridge.

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Man locked out after row with his partner told her 'if you don't let me in you're dead'

Craig Kellet was said to be 'struggling' after couple's child was taken into care and about to be adopted

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A £1 million home has been sold in Kirklees for only the second time this year

Most expensive and cheapest homes in June are revealed

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This adventurous doggo snuck on board a bus to Huddersfield

Little dog Millie boarded the 184 from Manchester and rode the last few stops to the station

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Funding boost enables dentists to take on new patients

Additional funding will enable Calderdale dentists to take on new patients according to the Calder Valley MP.

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Father stole to feed his eight children after his benefits were stopped

Miroslav Tatar deliberately targeted Asda in Dewsbury and stole more than £500 worth of food and clothing

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Woman and two boys poisoned at Skelmanthorpe house are 'improving' in hospital

Police enquiries are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances of the incident

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PC sacked after 'flirting' on Snapchat with 14-year-old girl at children's home

The married man with 23 years' experience sent inappropriate messages on social media

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Here is what to expect from the next episode of Channel 4's Ackley Bridge

After last week's visit to the fictional Yorkshire mill town, what can we expect from episode nine of Ackley Bridge?

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Mirfield's last remaining bank is scrapping its counter service

Halifax branch in town is forcing customers to use self-service machines or tablets

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M62 traffic: Three lanes closed near Leeds after collision

Three lanes of the M62 have been closed following a collision on the motorway near Leeds.

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Woman in her 70s attacked and robbed by teenage boys in Almondbury Cemetery

The boys, believed to be aged 13 or 14, snatched victim's handbag

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Moh’s Indian Takeaway given zero-star food hygiene rating

Halifax food outlet Moh’s Indian Takeaway has been given a zero-star rating for food hygiene, which means that urgent improvement is necessary.

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Huddersfield Food and Drink Festival stalls spring up in St George's Square

This year's event begins on Thursday August 2

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Krunchy's Takeaway given zero-star food hygiene rating

Halifax food outlet Caesar’s Takeaway has been given a zero-star rating for food hygiene, which means that urgent improvement is necessary.

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Caesar's Takeaway given zero-star food hygiene rating

Halifax food outlet Caesar’s Takeaway has been given a zero-star rating for food hygiene, which means that urgent improvement is necessary.

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Request to close Calder High sixth form approved

Changing times have led to the end of a school’s sixth form with the council monitoring post-16 education in Calderdale as a whole.

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These 9 restaurants and takeaways in Halifax have zero or one-star food hygiene ratings

These 9 restaurants and takeaways in Halifax have all been given the either zero or one-star ratings by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

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Calderdale Council will flex muscles to curb anti-social behaviour

Calderdale Council is starting to flex its muscles to clampdown on various forms of anti-social behaviour to improve its citizens’ quality of life.

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‘Big plans’ are on horizon as Brighouse firm re-brands

Brighouse based card payment specialist, Yorkshire Payments, has launched a new brand identity in preparation for expansion following a record period of growth.

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Deadline set for Sowerby Bridge incinerator appeal responses

People will have until August 28 to add any new comments, for or against, to an appeal against refusal of planning approval for an incinerator at one of a waste company’s sites in Calderdale.

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Shoplifter was forced to commit crimes by drug dealers he owed a debt to

Jay Newsome was jailed for five months over the string of shop thefts in Dewsbury and Batley

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You're better holidaying in Huddersfield as Spain and Portugal head for 50°C inferno

While southern Europe cooks in potential record heat Huddersfield will stay pleasantly warm

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£10,000 for promotional days as Calderdale is Government child safeguarding choice

Calderdale is one of just 17 areas nationally chosen by the Government to adopt new local safeguarding arrangements for children early.

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A whopping £500 million will be spent to fix Calderdale's roads

Calderdale Council will spend half a billion pounds on highways in every part of the borough over the next few years filling in potholes, patching road surfaces and developing road improvement schemes.

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Man 'grabbed his partner around the neck and strangled her'

The alleged attack happened during a row at the victim's home in Batley

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Three fluffy kittens dumped in Morrisons bag for life

RSPCA appeal for information on owner who abandoned kittens in Dalton

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Relive 6 of the best events at the Piece Hall during its first year

The Piece Hall has hosted no fewer than 62 days of events and entertainment since its newly-refurbished doors swung open on Yorkshire Day last year.

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Asperger's sufferer assaulted four police officers who arrested him over store theft

Liam Fitzgerald was stopped after allegedly stealing a shirt from House of Fraser in Huddersfield

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Huge emergency training exercise planned for Manchester Airport today

Emergency service vehicles will deal with 'challenging' scenario

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How Search and Rescue team have been using drones to help with rescues

Over The last few years Mountain Rescue and Calder Valley Search and Rescue Team have been introducing and trialling new technology to make rescues faster and safer for both casualties and team members.

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Fire crews called to blaze in Wyke

Fire crews tackled a blaze at a three storey building in Wyke last night (Monday).

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Piece Hall chief executive on her vision for Halifax

Yorkshire Day doubles as the first anniversary of the re-opening on the Piece Hall. Here, its Chief Executive, Nicky Chance-Thompson spells out her vision for Calderdale.

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Calderdale employment giant Lloyds put millions aside for PPI pay-outs

Lloyds could set aside millions more to address payment protection insurance (PPI) misselling claims this week when it reports results alongside banking peers Barclays and RBS.

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Train passenger lifted rail worker off his feet at Huddersfield station ticket barrier

Keith Joseph charged with assault after moving station worker out of the way

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Multi-vehicle smash causing long delays on M62

Traffic is very slow and building on the M62 after an accident which closed two lanes just before junction 26.

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How this disability group has made it easier to get around Hebden Bridge

Hebden Bridge Disability Access Forum (HBDAF) has published a map of accessible routes around Hebden Bridge town centre, showing wheelchair friendly pavements, accessible toilets, bus stops and parking spaces.

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Fresh rail misery in North as Prime Minister Theresa May expresses 'full confidence' in Transport Secretary Chris Grayling

Rail passengers in the North were suffering more misery despite the reintroduction of services as Theresa May rebuffed growing calls to sack Transport Secretary Chris Grayling amid continuing chaos.

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Kirklees Council hails £4m boost to the economy thanks to its museums

Venues are doing well despite huge cuts

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Design Glass Ltd create spectacular stained glass domes for wealthy client from Middle East

Four spectacular stained glass domes have been created by a Brighouse company for a wealthy client in the Middle East

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Despair as 'shoddy' patch of tarmac laid over hole on cobbled Dewsbury street

Questions asked about why cobbles were not replaced on Daisy Hill - but reports that repair is only temporary

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The 24 crimes reported in the Huddersfield districts this week

Crimes reported in your area

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Rail chaos cost the North £38m according to George Osborne’s Northern Powerhouse Partnership

More than a million hours have been lost by railway users in the North as a result of the timetable chaos that engulfed the region this summer, a damning report reveals today

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Former boxer Johnny Nelson inspires the next generation at opening of Rawthorpe Amateur Boxing Club

After three years of hard work club's new gym at Milnsbridge is officially opened

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White Windows care home in Sowerby Bridge to be sold

Residential care provider Leonard Cheshire has confirmed their White Windows care home is to be sold.

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Woman and two teenagers found unresponsive following suspected poisoning at house in Skelmanthorpe

Police say the three may have unknowingly come into contact with a potentially illegal substance in the house

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Thousands of patients took up hospital beds when they only had minor ailments

The amount of people admitted for conditions that should not require hospital care is growing

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Why babyballet founder is travelling the globe

Claire O'Connor and her family are travelling the world scouting out potential franchise locations for her babyballet business

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Stunning pictures show transformation plan for Northgate House

Our picture gallery shows how Northgate House and the former central library will be transformed into a new Halifax sixth form centre and retail complex.

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Drunk mum had a large kitchen knife at her Primrose Hill home

'The courts take a dim view of people with knives' a district judge warned Jolene Joseph

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Drunk man four times over the limit had car keys in his lap and his lights switched on

Reece Cooper was found by police in his vehicle near to the Holme Park Court flats in Berry Brow

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Chance to have your say on plans to protect Hebden Bridge neighbourhood from flooding

People living in the Stubbing Holme Road neighbourhood of Hebden Bridge are being urged to drop in to an event to find out more about proposals to protect their properties from flooding.

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The reason why a high-speed convoy of fire engines was given a police escort through Huddersfield this morning

The convoy carried on at speed towards Huddersfield via Leeds Road

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Major Holme Valley homes plan scuppered by accident risk

Miller Homes' Brockholes proposal is blocked by the Planning Inspector

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Mum's 217 mile challenge to mark end of son's cancer treatment

A group of women are taking on the Welsh coast to coast mountain bike trails to raise money for the charities Candlelighters, The Sick Children’s Trust and Neuroblastoma UK.

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People have been leaving messages of hope for those in need on North Bridge in Halifax

The touching move from charity Bridge The Gap is to help people who may be at their lowest

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Today is World Day Against Human Trafficking - here is how you can help

Plea for public to stop and think about the human cost of this vice

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Former junkie said she was forced to shoplift from Asda because no one will hire her

'Nobody will give me a job because of my record' claimed Dewsbury woman Claire Dyson

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IN PICTURES: Tour of Shibden Hall shares details on life of Anne Lister

Shibden Hall threw open its doors yesterday (Sunday) and invited visitors to learn all about the life of Anne Lister.

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Here's why Kirklees Council is having to kiss goodbye to over £5m it is owed

Annual bad debt write off is agreed

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How Northgate House and former library will be transformed in Halifax

The Halifax Sixth Form Centre and retail complex plans have been submitted - but how will Northgate House and the former Central Halifax library change and what is planned for each floor?

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Funeral date for Halifax comic book shop owner Simon Shaw

A funeral date has been set for popular Halifax comic book shop Simon Shaw.

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Yorkshire not romantic enough for Mills & Boon

The romance novel publisher has snubbed God's Own County in its list of the UK's most romantic places

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The worst neighbourhood in Kirklees for fly-tipping has been revealed

Our investigation ranks the amount of dumped waste in every town, village and suburb

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This is what it's like to be sectioned under the Mental Health Act after suffering a breakdown

Liz Green thought strangers wanted to bomb her house after stress led to psychosis and hallucinations

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Dramatic scenes as two cars collide on busy road before driver makes off from the scene

Bradford Road was closed after the serious collision near Brighouse

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Shambolic, White Rose shoppers say as centre closes for safety reasons

Angry customers took to Twitter to complain about the closure and lack of information

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Pensioner targeted by distraction burglars who pretended to check a leak in his garden

The victim had cash and jewellery stolen from his Batley home

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When will we see the sun again in Huddersfield?

Weather forecast for the week ahead

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Boy killed in Pakistan crash wrote his dad a heartbreaking card only opened after the tragedy

Zamam Mahmood and brother Ali were killed after the car they were in burst its tyre and crashed into a tree

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Convicted sex offender who forced court staff to wear protective clothing is back in court

They had to use face and arm protection when Basharat Wali refused to leave his cell

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Sleeping drunk Michael Knight found with 25 empty cans of Stella Artois in his car

Police had to use a spit guard on Michael Knight when he kicked off after being woken up

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Shocking figures show extent of abuse faced by retail staff

Figures from NFU Mutual show that 53% of customers have seen other customers abuse shop staff physically or verbally

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Lee Kenny: Taking things back to basics with your business

After what seems like months of consecutive days of dry, hot weather I almost dare not mention the “D” word. Yes, drought!

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Bodybuilding immigrant mum was told she'd have to leave her son to go back to America

Candy Young was prohibited from working during a legal battle to stay in the UK so used the time to get fit instead

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Watch as man fulfils late wife's terrifying bucket list 'wing walk'

Michael Haigh took to the skies for Kirkwood Hospice in memory of wife Brenda

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Star of "I'm in me mum's car" video Tish Simmonds is crowdfunding

The 22-year-old wants to make a documentary on her life after four years of fame

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Emley Moor Mast's little brother is lit up - take a close up look

Lights on the temporary mast seem brighter than those on the original

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Strong winds bring down tree on busy road in Marsh

Huddersfield is hit by gales as the UK heatwave culminates in storms

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Month-long closure of busy route from Huddersfield to the M1 begins next week

Confusion over Flockton roadworks as Kirklees says its fully shut but pub landlady vows access still possible

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Daughter accused of stealing £8,000 rings from elderly mum arrested again

Kate Metcalfe breached her bail conditions as she failed to report to Huddersfield Police Station

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Hour by hour Huddersfield weather as thunderstorms predicted

The hot weather has finally broken - but the sunshine will be back

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Disgust as Holmfirth playground is ruined with political and pro-drugs graffiti

Parents have slammed the vandalism which has appeared the same week schools close for the holidays

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Calderdale employers must tackle perception issues to benefit from Levy funds

Employers must tackle perception issues surrounding apprenticeships in order to benefit from the Apprenticeship Levy, according to the Calderdale Skills Forum which met for the first time in May.

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Stephen Jackson's White Chocolate Tart With Cherries

A delicious tart, making the most of the season’s cherries

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Guide to community events in and around Huddersfield in August

Details of outdoor events, food and beer festivals, walks, boat trips, vegetable shows and more

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An amazingly inspirational young woman who died from rare disease at just 28

Emma Beal's final wish was to help others ... and that is now happening

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Former Spotted Cow pub is being stripped and stolen piece by piece

Salendine Nook landmark has been derelict for years and developers want to build homes on the site

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David Behrens: The 50th anniversary of Yorkshire Television – or ‘proper’ TV

THIS weekend marks the 50th anniversary of “proper” TV in Yorkshire, by which I mean its birth as a self-contained region.

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These huge golf ball sized hailstones have been falling in Yorkshire

Huge hailstones have been falling as freak weather hit Yorkshire.

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Kirklees councillors told they must ditch the "blather" and speak in plain English

The Plain English Campaign has called on the council and other bodies to cut jargon

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Piece Hall bosses looking forward as first anniversary approaches

What a difference a year makes.

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Overturned caravan causes M62 standstill stretching over 16 miles

Two broken down vehicles that had been stuck in the resulting traffic added to the mayhem

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Man questioned over mystery death of West Yorkshire woman at luxury holiday park

Death of Claire Wright, 38, being treated as 'unexplained'

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Smart car went into Mercedes Huddersfield to cure a rattle and came out with 'mystery damage'

Lockwood man claims he had catalogue of problems with new car and has now parked it up and bought a Mini

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Thief accused of squirting Poundland security guard in face with Dettol back in court

Victim was forced to wash his eye out following alleged attack at Huddersfield store

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'There is no room for firearms on Huddersfield's streets' warns police chief as dad jailed

Det Insp Andy Farrell issues warning after man jailed 10 years

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Driver of VW Golf was three times over the limit when steering wheel locked and he struck a bollard

Lee Campbell came to police attention after his car was stranded in road with two flat tyres

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Company hit with parking fine at Leeds Road Retail Park - when car was parked FIVE MILES away

Recruitment company boss Mike Turner is refusing to pay up

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Halifax woman travels the UK to raise awareness of pension injustice

A self-employed therapist who had her pension whisked away from her just months before she would have qualified for it is taking a tour of defiance to raise awareness.

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Here are the locations of mobile speed cameras in Calderdale

Mobile speed cameras will be at the following locations from the week commencing Monday 30 July

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Idea to turn car parks into overnight homeless shelters could be rolled out across Yorkshire

An initiative to help provide safe overnight accommodation for homeless people by repurposing public spaces - like car parks - outside of office hours, has been shortlisted for the RICS’ Cities for our Future competition.

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Armed police close Skelmanthorpe road in response to report of firearms emergency

Police closed Commercial Road while they investigated what turned out to be a false alarm

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Change of use from a Ripponden restaurant to a dentist and other planning applications

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

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LIVE UPDATES: Chaos at Yorkshire train stations as lightning strikes cause rail carnage

Lightning strikes have caused delays on trains across Yorkshire as rail users battle blocked lines.

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How to deal with noisy or anti-social neighbours during the summer heatwave

Our guide shows how to deal with nuisance neighbours while keeping it legal and amicable

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IN PICTURES: Take a trip down memory lane from your school prom

As the schools have broken up and prom season is over we look back at Calderdale proms from the past.

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'Don't call us if you can't get home' say police after lightning strike blocks Yorkshire train lines

Police have warned rail passengers NOT to call them if they can't get home because of lightning strikes.

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Inspirational teen with prosthetic leg helping dispel myths about people with disabilities

Slaithwaite teenager is volunteering at a school in Nigeria

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Thundery showers could end summer heatwave plus your Huddersfield weekend weather forecast

Evening and overnight showers will bring start of cooler weather

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Halifax man jailed for 10 years after shooting in Huddersfield

A Halifax man has been jailed for 10 years for possession of a fireman with intent to endanger life following a shooting in Huddersfield earlier this year.

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Kirklees Council in talks over safety measures at suicide-risk Scammonden Bridge

Coroner has demanded action over Rainbow Bridge over the M62

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Long delays as lines blocked across Yorkshire due to lightning strikes: Travel advice issued

Long delays are affecting train services across Yorkshire this afternoon - with delays expected until at least 3.30pm

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Met Office issue new weather warnings for Yorkshire as rain, wind and thunderstorms set to hit

The Met Office have now issued new yellow weather warnings for Yorkshire over the weekend.

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IN PICTURES: Glitz and glamour from students at Brooksbank prom

Year 11 students at Brooksbank School celebrated the end of their school days in style at their prom.

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Detectives and CPS react to Halifax murderer being jailed for life

The murder of Tyron Charles by Halifax-born James Sutcliffe has been described as 'a brutal attack, perpetrated in cold blood' and was made worse by his 'callous disregard for the body of his victim'.

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National Coal Mining Museum is charging visitors £5 to park

Visitors tell of 'disgust' at charge to park at free attraction

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Anger as Peacocks sells 'sexy' and 'nag free' Perfect Woman inflatable doll

The blowup toy has been branded 'shocking' and 'misogynistic'

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Why is there alarming rise in Calderdale towns being left with no banks

The imminent closure of the last bank in Hebden Bridge is becoming a familiar site in towns across Calderdale

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REVIEW: Why you just can't beat take-your-own booze curry house

We try out the long-established Raj in Golcar

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Get ready to rumble as World of Sport Wrestling returns to ITV this weekend

Stars of the ring will include the British Bulldog's son Davey Boy Smith Jr

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Stark images show reservoirs are running low - this is Yorkshire Water's response

Levels of water in reservoirs is at 60% - lower than is normal for July

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Train lines blocked throughout Yorkshire after lightning strike

There is major disruption to train services across Yorkshire after a lightning strike at York Station.

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Do you remember the ‘Ladybird Plague’ of 1976? This is why Britain’s latest heatwave hasn’t caused another plague

The hot weather of late has started people reminiscing about the last time it was this warm for this long.

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Barkisland Primary School pupils head down a brand new track

There's an extra spring in the step of Barkisland Primary School pupils after they were treated to a brand new running track.

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Drivers urged not to drop litter for fear of sparking fires in the hot weather

Highways England is warning drivers of the dangers of throwing rubbish from their vehicles amid sizzling temperatures.

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Fine for driving while disqualified and other Calderdale court cases

These Calderdale people have appeared at Bradford Magistrates Court.

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More than 1,300 drink-drivers caught in Yorkshire and the Humber in 2017

More than 1,300 drink-drivers were caught in Yorkshire and the Humber in 2017.

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'They're not getting me' said driver who fled after smashing into a recovery vehicle

Banned driver Timothy Morgan knew the owner but he still left the scene of the smash in New Mill

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Figures reveal amount of rubbish recycled by Calderdale has fallen over last two years

The proportion of rubbish recycled by Calderdale has fallen in two years, according to data from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

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Fears over old mine workings pushes back decision day on Bellway Homes plan

Campaigners say delays over Mirfield site are costing taxpayers dear

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These Huddersfield pubs and cafes will refill your water bottle for free

Town centre venues sign up to Refill scheme to keep shoppers cool and reduce plastic waste

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Couple's Groupon nightmare when they stayed at Durker Roods Hotel on Friday the 13th

Michelle and Andrew Chapman called police when couple had a blazing row in room next door

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Pregnant mum tells how masked gang broke into her home and threatened daughter, 3

Gang escaped stealing high-value Audi RS3 and Mercedes CLS

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First look around revamped Holmfirth pub and restaurant which is recruiting staff

Owner of The Fox House thanks customers and staff for support

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Temporary measures explored for ‘spending a penny’ in Mytholmroyd

A temporary scheme to ensure residents and visitors to a Calderdale village can keep spending a penny following demolition of a public toilet block is being explored.

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Man jailed for his part in gun attack in Almondbury but he refused to name shooter

Darcy White denied he was getaway driver but was convicted after four-day trial

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The heatwave could be damaging your home – here’s what to look out for

As the temperatures continue to soar, the long spell of hot weather has been taking its toll on water supplies, plants, gardens – and now it could be having an impact on your house.

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Regular heatwaves could kill thousands of people every year in the UK

The longevity of this year’s heatwave has broken records dating back decades, but this kind of weather could now become the norm each summer.

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Nuisance thief banned from Great Northern Retail Park breached order to steal from Boots

Calvin Smith stole epilators, electric toothbrush heads and other items worth £864

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Lidl Todmorden planning breach resolved

It looks like an end to the impasse over a new Calderdale supermarket is in sight.

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Be prepared as a flood alert has been issued for the River Calder

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for Calderdale as the region prepares for thunderstorms to hit.

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Police in Calderdale would like to speak to these people

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

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Life sentence for Halifax man who murdered Tyron Charles

James Sutcliffe's parents have also been jailed for plotting to dispose of the body

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Learner driver stopped with false number plates on a car he'd only just bought

Quassir Khan was unsupervised when he was pulled over by police because of the fake plates

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Burglary figures: Calderdale police say figure is lowest in West Yorkshire

Police in Calderdale have said they are committed to ensuring burglary rates continue to decrease and remain the lowest in West Yorkshire.

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Business fears after Hebden Bridge bank closure announcement

Hebden Bridge businesses have been dealt a blow by the announcement that by the end of January 2019 there will be no banks in the town.

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Tributes in after the death of 'perfect son' Will

Heartfelt Tributes have poured in for a talented rugby player who has died aged 26.

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West Yorkshire MP calls on Government to guarantee people can access justice after court closures

A West Yorkshire MP is calling for court closures to be halted and wants to see action taken to reduce the wait for justice.

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These are the Calderdale restaurants in the running for Halifax Courier Curry House of the Year 2018

Come on all you curry connoisseurs – we need you to pick your overall winner.

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Murderer jailed alongside parents after father-of-three shot in face and body dumped on moor

A murderer has been jailed alongside his parents after a Bradford father-of-three was shot in the face at point-blank range and his body dumped on a West Yorkshire moor.

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Why sleeping with a fan on next to your bed is harmful to your health

Plus tips on how to stay cool at night without using a fan

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Thunderstorms set to strike Huddersfield — hour-by-hour weather forecast

Lightning, thunder and heavy rain set to interrupt 27°C heat

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How the extreme weather and bad luck has stopped play for Upper Hopton Cricket Club

The vagaries of the English weather have stumped players and officials at Upper Hopton Cricket Club

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Man ignored restraining order for free trip to Dewsbury

Tommy Joyce travelled from London to Dewsbury to see the victim

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Here's why these Heckmondwike trees are wearing woolly jumpers

Fabric artist Yoo Kang has decorated 16 trees in a variety of crocheted and knitted items

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Magistrate numbers in West Yorkshire in dramatic decline

The number of magistrates in West Yorkshire has plummeted by more than a third in just three years - one of the steepest drops across the whole of England and Wales.

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The 42 thieves, thugs and drink drivers convicted in just five days at Kirklees Magistrates Court

Latest from the courtrooms

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Ambitious plans to spend £8m to improve Calderdale’s road network

Almost £8m will be invested in Calderdale’s highways over the next 12 months, according to a report which will be considered by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet.

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Where £8m will be spent to improve Calderdale's roads

The highways network is the largest and most valuable asset to Calderdale Council according to leaders as they look to approve £8m to improve the network.

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Balaclava-clad armed robbers escape with £3,000 from Liversedge petrol station

Three men threatened staff at Millbridge petrol station in Bradford Road before escaping in a car

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IN PICTURES: Dressed to the nines at Lightcliffe Academy’s prom

It was all glitz and glamour at Lightcliffe Academy’s Year 13 prom as students celebrated the end of their school days.

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Leeds is an important city and a perfect place for the US to invest, says Trump’s man in the UK

British and Yorkshire companies have nothing to fear from a potential post-Brexit trade deal with the United States as they can compete in any market, the American ambassador has said.

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Highways England plans Scammonden bridge safety barrier in bid to prevent suicides

Councils working with authorities and charities to reduce number of deaths at bridge over M62

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This couple's love overcame prejudice in 1950s Huddersfield

Newsome pair celebrating diamond wedding this week

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These are how many pubs have closed in Calderdale over the last eight years

Calderdale has lost nearly a quarter if its pubs since 2010 with 50 pubs and bars closing their doors for good, according to official figures.

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Met Office updates yellow weather warning as thunderstorms set to hit Yorkshire TODAY

Britain’s heatwave continues and temperatures are still on the rise, but this hot and humid weather can trigger thunderstorms.

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How Scarborough’s red-faced penguins keep cool in the heat

The animal care team at Sea Life Scarborough have constructed a shower for their colony of Humboldt penguins so that they can cool down as we experience some of the hottest temperatures the coast has seen in recent years.

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The heatwave is causing a condition called 'summer penis'

And doctors have confirmed that it's a real condition

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Felix the Railway Cat dons Town's new strip in latest portrait

Huddersfield artist Rob Martin reveals latest painting of Felix the Railway Cat - wearing Town's new kit

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Heatwave causes precious spring water supplies to dry up in Calderdale

As temperatures hot up, spring water supplies in Calderdale are starting to dry up.

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Woman sentenced after chasing partner through the house with a kitchen knife

Kayleigh Wormald also assaulted a police officer at her Berry Brow home

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Woman avoids jail after driving over roundabout towards group of men

Yasrin Mansha has walked from court after trying to use her 4X4 as a weapon

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Arson incidents flare up across Kirklees - but Calderdale reports lowest ever numbers

982 incidents recorded compared to 877 in previous year

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Kirklees Council set to hire four new directors including children's services boss

Six figure salaries for some new hires as council looks to fill vacant roles

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Mayor of Hebden Royd officially opened new sustainable draining system at town hall

Slow the Flow Calderdale officially launched its new rain garden planters at Hebden Bridge Town Hall during a special event.

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School staff vacancies in Calderdale are the highest in West Yorkshire

Critical underfunding in Calderdale school's that is leading to cuts in staff numbers will have long term damage to pupils' education according to unions.

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Alleged gunman denies being 'getaway driver' in Almondbury shooting

Darcy White is maintaining that he didn't know his passenger had a shotgun

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New hubs set up to help victims of hate crime in Kirklees

And this is where they are

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Warning as wrong charger on e-cigarette sparks house blaze in Halifax

Fire chiefs have issued a warning after a blaze was started by an incorrect charger being used on an e-cigarette.

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Why watering your lawn during a heatwave is a waste of time and water according to expert growers

Grass growing experts show why it's also a waste of water

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How to claim compensation on these Calderdale routes after rail timetable chaos

West Yorkshire Combined Authority is urging people whose trains were delayed due to the recent timetable chaos to check whether they are eligible for compensation.

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Exclusive: Cops taken off regular duties to answer 999 calls amid 'unprecedented' demand

POLICE OFFICERS have been taken off their regular duties and drafted in to man phones because of an “unprecedented” number of 999 and 101 calls, the Yorkshire Evening Post can reveal.

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These 'thank you' gifts to cops include an eyebrow pencil, aftershave....and bananas

Register of gifts to police includes the weird and wonderful

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Tomorrow is going to be the hottest day so far this summer

Examiner weatherman says the mercury is rising again

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Burst pipes hit the Holme Valley and Yorkshire Water blames - the lack of rain

Residents report leaking pipes but see little or nothing done about it

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Watch as cute dachshund puppy walks again after terrible accident

Four-month-old William 'rebuilt' after being crushed

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Delays up to 30 minutes and cancellations in Leeds as train breaks down at Kirkstall Forge

Rail commuters are facing long delays after a train broke down at Leeds' Kirkstall Forge station.

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York is transformed into Georgian scene for filming of Gentleman Jack

Historic streets near York Minster have been transformed into 18th-century market scenes for the filming of BBC drama about Halifax's Anne Lister. Gentleman Jack.

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Fallen World War One soldier has name inscribed on village memorial - 100 years after death

Robert Pearson's family gathered to mark his name being inscribed on Slaithwaite War Memorial

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Police used pepper spray to control man who went to his mum's house armed with weapons

Jareth Colling hid a baseball bat and knife in his clothing for his 'own protection'

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Tyron Charles murder accused is found guilty

James Sutcliffe, 29, has been convicted of shooting Mr Charles and dumping his body

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Police in summer crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Greenhead Park

Huddersfield Neighbourhood Policing Team aims to make sure families can enjoy the park in safety

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How to save water in Yorkshire during the heatwave

As the current heatwave continues to bring unusually warm weather, it also brings a surge in the demand for water.

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Teen arrested over Lowerhouses manhunt 'had semi-automatic sawn-off shotgun'

Jermaine Henson appeared in court over Monday's huge armed police and helicopter search

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Loose Change Charity wants your support and ideas of who it can help

Charity set up to help struggling charities in Huddersfield was the brainchild of a Cummins employee

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Brighouse school rated inadequate' due to 'classroom disruption and weak teaching'

Parents 'not listened to' after raising concerns says Ofsted report

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Inquiry will make final ruling on skip hire incinerator plan in Halifax

A public inquiry will decide whether a skip hire company will be allowed to incinerate waste at one of its sites.

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York is transformed into Georgian scene for filming of new period drama

Historic streets near York Minster have been transformed into 18th-century market scenes for the filming of BBC drama Gentleman Jack.

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LISTED: Listeria, cyanide & undeclared milk: The food products recalled in the past two weeks and why

While it’s always beneficial to know what’s in your food, there may be some products which have been taken off of the supermarket shelves since you bought them, so it’s always worth checking this.

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Police officer accused of sending inappropriate messages to 14-year-old girl at children's home

West Yorkshire PC Ian Bell is face misconduct hearing next week

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Here's how to get FREE BEER in Halifax

A good pub has been proven to be more important to locals than the park, library or even bank.

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New power plant to turn human poo into electricity at Cooper Bridge

Yorkshire Water turning human waste into electricity in £40m treatment works plan

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IN PICTURES: Night to remembers for Park Lane Academy students at prom

Students from Park Lane Academy dressed to the nines for their end of school prom.

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Alleged gunman claims he was just the shooter's driver

Darcy White took to the witness after gun was fired at a gang in Almondbury

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See the 10 worst work uniforms to wear during a heatwave

Your uniform may be making you feel even hotter

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Find out where teachers are taking the most time off sick

Government figures show Kirklees teachers are more likely than their colleagues elsewhere to be off work poorly

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Carer assaulted his partner as they argued over their exes

Dale Heppenstall called her 'a sl**'' for attracting too much attention on a night out

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Marking a historic 750 years of Brighouse's twin town in Germany

A group of people from Brighouse travelled to its twin town, Ludenscheid to celebrate the area’s 750th anniversary.

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Watch fundraisers in Halifax get Pretty Muddy for Cancer Research UK

Runners made a splash last weekend at Saville Park as they got grubby for Cancer Research’s Pretty Muddy.

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Everything you need to know about Gentleman Jack in new book ahead of Sally Wainwright TV series

Ahead of the upcoming drama series based on the life of Halifax diarist Anne Lister, a guidebook has been released exploring the history of her life.

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Two workmates retire from Highfield Gears after a combined 80 years of service

Dave Pogson and Charlie Hartley say farewell after long careers in the engineering industry

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Pub attack victim was knocked unconscious during fight

Matthew Hunt appeared in court over the incident at the Rose of York in Batley

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IN PICTURES: Plenty of fun for furry friends and their owners at PAWS event

The sun shone down at the Paws’ Funday at Bellholme Sports Ground in Walsden.

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Stepmother of Cherie Blair resigns from Labour party amid bullying claims

Two Labour town councillors, including the stepmother of Cherie Blair, have resigned from the party amid what they claim is a takeover by left-wing supporters of Jeremy Corbyn.

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Man sent upsetting messages to his wife and mother-in-law when their relationship broke down

Mark Parr struggled to cope when his ex left without any explanation

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Cost of summer holiday childcare doubles in Yorkshire

Do you worry about the cost of keeping children busy?

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Driver 'led police on dangerous pursuit through Cleckheaton streets'

Aatish Mohammed allegedly drove at double the speed limit and ignored red lights

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Garage is defiant after gang steal cars worth £250,000 in burglary lasting two hours

Gang of organised thieves wanted over early morning break-in

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Revealed - the 50 greatest Yorkshire TV shows ever as voted by public

Last of the Summer Wine and Heartbeat also make the Dalesman top 50

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Here's why a man who claimed he was abused at a religious school in Mirfield can't sue

Peter Murray says the abuse has totally overshadowed his life

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The search for a Halifax suffragette

Writer and historian Jill Liddington explores the amazing story of Halifax suffragette Mary Taylor – whose long-lost family have returned to Yorkshire –  and celebrates her legacy.

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Foundation is a fitting legacy by Naomi’s devoted parents

“She was a beautiful person, and this is her legacy” says Bev Gough of the foundation named after her beloved daughter Naomi.

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How this man wanted for a fight in Huddersfield town centre responded to a PC

Drunk Tyler Brook had fled following the brawl in John William Street

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Here's why the water level is so low in Huddersfield Narrow Canal near Linthwaite

A bit of rain sure would come in handy

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Dixons Milk Ices set to open new parlour after busiest summer in 12 years

Extra staff have been taken on to satisfy demand

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From magical castles to paddling pools - our parks may be the best summer holiday day out you have

If you're looking for a cheap day out then look no further than our local parks

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Here is what to expect from the next episode of Channel 4's Ackley Bridge

After last week's visit to the fictional Yorkshire mill town, what can we expect from episode seven of Ackley Bridge?

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What can you get away with wearing to work in a heatwave?

As temperatures continue to soar, many are ditching the jeans and jumpers and donning shorts and t-shirts instead.

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You can ride on vintage Huddersfield buses for free on this family day out in Dewsbury

A ride down memory lane right back to the 1940s - and it won't cost a shilling

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Man accused of lewd comments to four schoolgirls on a Dewsbury street

Paul Roe allegedly asked the 14 and 15-year-olds to perform sex acts on him

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Huddersfield could get Friday night thunderstorms as Met Office issue yellow weather warning

Thunderstorms could hit Huddersfield between 2pm and 11.45pm on Friday

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Try our random generator to choose your family days out in Huddersfield and beyond

Use our clever summer holidays gadget to choose your next day out in Huddersfield and across Yorkshire

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Sex offender back in court after being banned previously for his drunken behaviour

Robert Walton was warned by a judge to appear in a 'suitable condition' for his sentencing

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Crime victim fled from Kirklees to Kent and stole from shops in order to buy food

Harjinder Bahia moved from Batley on police advice then turned to offending himself as he had no benefits

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If your partner does any of these 11 things to you they're breaking the law

The law now makes other forms of domestic abuse and control illegal

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Transgender hate crime rising in West Yorkshire, figures show

West Yorkshire Police are dealing with more incidents of hate crime against transgender people, with a charity warning this is "just the tip of the iceberg".

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Council told to improve bridge safety after three tragedies in just 12 months

Three suicides, including 11-year-old girl, prompts Calderdale to act to improve bridge safety

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Met Office issues yellow weather warning as torrential rain and thunderstorms set to hit Yorkshire

Britain’s heatwave continues and temperatures are still on the rise, but this hot and humid weather can trigger thunderstorms.

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Anger as fly-tippers caught on CCTV but there's still nothing police can do

Kirklees Council vows to investigate after audacious duo dump waste at firm that installs security systems

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'I'm a good mother' said mum who abandoned her two children for the second time

The Lowerhouses woman escaped punishment despite leaving them alone in the house to go to the Post Office

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Former Leeds United star of Revie era Paul Madeley dies aged 73

Paul Madeley, the ‘Rolls Royce’ of Don Revie’s legendary Leeds United squad, has died at the age of 73.

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IN PICTURES: Rastrick High students sparkle at prom

Students from Rastrick High School celebrated the end of their school days at their prom.

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Fight against underfunding 'crisis' in Calderdale's schools

Campaigners are warning of a ‘crisis’ of underfunding in Calderdale schools.

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Leeds United's £25k-a-game average bill for match-day policing revealed

LEEDS UNITED is charged a policing fee of £25,000 on average for every home game, more than any other Yorkshire club, new figures show.

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Man was locked up for the weekend - after hiding under his ex's bed

Sabeel Ayub had been banned from going near her Batley home

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Union claims bin crew had to take their manager to a hospital appointment ... and then wait outside

Latest row in long-running Huddersfield dispute

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Scheme wants to transform Yorkshire car parks into overnight accommodation for homeless

A scheme to help provide safe overnight accommodation for homeless people by repurposing public spaces - such as car parks - outside of office hours could be rolled out across Yorkshire.

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Man accused of 'harassing his secret wife who had another husband' after she broke up with him

Amir Malik allegedly called her 100 times a day and went to her Batley home

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Teenager punched in face and robbed ... just for his cigarettes

Victim, 18, suffered cuts and bruises in attack

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Fire crews battle huge barn blaze in Huddersfield

First firefighters on the scene in Cumberworth call for immediate back-up

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Huddersfield brothers competing in British Transplant Games

Mark and James Brown plea for more people to become donors

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Brighouse is all set for a sunday of artisan treats at summer market

Brighouse will welcome back its popular Artisan Market this August with more locally made food and crafts from stalls across the town centre.

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England's best and worst motorway service stations rated by customers

As millions take to the roads for the summer holidays, why some of England's motorway service stations have been rated as 'gloriously ugly'

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Here are the funeral details for popular Huddersfield barber ‘Benny’ Karikumutima

The popular 45-year-old was found collapsed in a 24-hour gym in Huddersfield

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Cows on the loose by road next to Brighouse McDonalds

Police officers are responding to a call that a herd of cows are on the loose on Bradford Road, Brighouse, near to the McDonalds restaurant.

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Moment terrified couple had shotgun pointed at them ... and then the gunman fired

Darcy White, 24, is charged with having a firearm with criminal intent

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"Victim Hubs" open in Dewsbury and Batley in "zero tolerance" approach to crime

New “victim hubs” have been opened in Dewsbury and Batley to support those affected by crime.

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Jake Bugg announces November gig at the Victoria Theatre in Halifax

The Victoria Theatre in Halifax has announced that Jake Bugg will be performing live on stage in November.

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Police appeal after Sowerby Bridge assault

Police in Halifax are appealing for information following a serious assault in Sowerby Bridge.

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Safety fears over Kirklees Council's new cycle to school plan

Many parents are confused as to how it will actually work

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Bus lane enforcement camera plan from Halifax to Huddersfield

Number plate recognition technology is being considered to enforce bus lanes and access restrictions on roads from Halifax to Huddersfield

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Football hero Madeley was Halifax businessman

West Yorkshire football hero Paul Madeley passed away yesterday at the age of 73 after a 15-year battle with Parkinson's disease.

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Planning applications: Everything from an open air swimming pool to dog parlours

Along with the usual extensions being built in your area

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Queensbury community to be consulted over park crematoria plans

Queensbury residents will be consulted over controversial plans to consider two parks as possible sites for crematoria.

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Hunt for gang who stole high value cars from motor sales firm

Break-in on Manchester Road left a trail of damage

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These 'pointless and desperate' Leeds United posters are causing much mirth among Town fans

Posters advertising Leeds United pop up in Huddersfield

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Firefighters praised as they battle large fire for four hours in intense heat and humidity

Flames threaten to destroy nearby crops

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Man jailed after terrifying attack that left baby with bruises and handprints

Winston Brammall filmed the incident and claimed he was 'play fighting'

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Hunt for gang who stole high value cars from motor sales firm

Break-in on Manchester Road left a trail of damage

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These 'pointless and desperate' Leeds United posters are causing much mirth among Town fans

Posters advertising Leeds United pop up in Huddersfield

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Mourners dress as witches, vampires and Freddy Krueger for Halloween fan's horror themed funeral

Friends and family honour fancy dress final request of party queen Trisha Field

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Teenager assaulted during 'gathering of youths' in Calderdale

A teenager was assaulted during a robbery in Calderdale.

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Delays expected as M62 improvement plan begins

Motorists are being warned that journey times could be affected as major improvements begin on the M62 tonight.

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Fire chiefs issue new warning over fire risk of paraffin-based skin products

Tragic death of Primrose Hill woman led to campaign by West Yorkshire Fire Service

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A Huddersfield branch of Bargain Booze wants to open 24/7

Milnsbridge store faces fight to extend opening hours

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Teenager arrested after manhunt involving helicopter and armed officers

Residents of Lowerhouses awoke to the helicopter loudspeaker announcing, "This is the police, you are surrounded"

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This is why rodent and wasp numbers are on the rise in Yorkshire

The unusually warm weather has seen an influx in the number of pests, with the return of the heatwave now providing the perfect conditions for not only rodents such as rats and mice to thrive, but wasps too.

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New study considers Queensbury tunnel risks

A report has been published into the short-term risks from a disused railway tunnel under Queensbury following claims that its condition presents a threat to the local community.

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Coroner calls for urgent review into Halifax's North Bridge to prevent suicides

A Coroner has called for an urgent review of North Bridge and has asked Calderdale Council to consider immediate safety measures and a longer-term plan.

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Anger as Virgin TV viewers lose Dave and other popular channels due to UKTV row

Row between Virgin and UKTV leaves customers without Red Dwarf, Taskmaster and other shows

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Bid to keep birthplace of Ted Hughes alive

The Mytholmroyd birthplace of Ted Hughes, one of the country’s greatest writers, could be set to raise its profile on the national map, as Calderdale Council’s Cabinet considers the future management of the building.

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Why the DVLA is urging drivers to retake their eye test

Poor eyesight concerns after half of motorists admit they don't know legal minimum reading distance

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Last Tango in Halifax and Happy Valley voted in top six of Yorkshire's greatest television shows of all time

Two Calderdale-filmed dramas have been voted in the top ten greatest Yorkshire television shows of all time, after a recent poll.

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No sun tan is worth risking your life for - mum speaks out after advanced cancer diagnosis

Sarah Brookes talks of her battle with cancer and wants a total sun bed ban

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Warning as wrong charger on e-cigarette sparks house blaze in Yorkshire

Fire chiefs have issued a warning after a blaze was started by an incorrect charger being used on an e-cigarette.

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Huddersfield to sweat in humid weather before 30°C heat takes over

Muggy conditions will give way to hot conditions approaching town's 33.4°C record

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IN PICTURES: Calder High students dressed to the nines for their prom

Students from Calder High School had a night of fun to celebrate at their end of school prom.

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Crews tackling fire at old vicarage in village near Halifax

Firefighters are tackling a blaze at an old vicarage in a village near Halifax.

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IN PICTURES: Halifax fundraisers tackle muddy obstacles to raise money for Cancer Research

Savile Park was taken over by a sea of pink last weekend for the annual Pretty Muddy event in aid of Cancer Research.

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Samaritans getting people listening in Halifax

Volunteers from Samaritans in Halifax are getting people listening this summer by sharing their listening tips at Halifax train station and Halifax bus station tomorrow.

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Theresa May insists she is committed to the Northern Powerhouse as she takes her Cabinet to Gateshead

Theresa May today spoke of the importance of the Northern Powerhouse project as she prepared to hold her Cabinet in the North-East for the first time.

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If you love the new-look Piece Hall in Halifax here's how you can show it

It's almost a year since the historic landmark was re-opened after a stunning revamp

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How Halifax Sixth Form Centre and retail complex will look in the future

This is how a specially created Halifax sixth from centre and retail complex will look in the future.

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Work to start in 2019 on smart motorway scheme from Brighouse to Rochdale

Work to create a new 19-mile smart motorway will be created over the Pennines on the M62 between Rochdale and Brighouse will start in 2019.

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Time to celebrate our Calderdale communities

The Community Foundation for Calderdale (CFFC) is welcoming back its popular Community spirit awards for 2018.

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Red Bull clearly gave one shoplifter wings when she was cornered in Boots

Ewelina Swiatly kept swigging the stolen energy drink despite being detained by security staff

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Bus gates-style fines to be introduced on A629 between Huddersfield and Halifax

More Automated Number Plate Recognition cameras could hit drivers in the pocket

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How your personal details on the electoral register could be sold to junk mail firms

Almost half of Kirklees residents are on the 'open' register

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Man smashed taxi windscreen as he DANCED in the front passenger seat

Shaun Inness offered the cabbie £20 compensation saying he just got carried away

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Dementia village plan for former Newsome Bowling Club site

Developer Stewart Smith unveils ambitious new scheme for controversial plot

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Cyclist airlifted to hospital after smash in Holmfirth

Man suffered serious injuries after accident on road near the Ford Inn

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Window cleaner's business collapsed after he stole partner's car and crashed it

Simon Crockford was banned from the road but still took the work vehicle without permission

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Suspensions of children from Huddersfield and Kirklees primary schools hits 10-year high

Sharp rise in number of four to 11 year old children kicked out of class as attacks on teachers rise

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Huddersfield's Wannasee Festival set to return bigger and better in 2019

Organisers hail Greenhead Park festival a success and they want to build on it for next year

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West Yorkshire Police has lost almost 750 officers since 2010 - Yet council taxpayers must pay more

Police Federation says policing in the UK is on the 'critical list'

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Prolific thief stole meat from Co-op shortly after being released from prison

Darren Mooney who has 140 offences to his name stole from Co-op petrol station at Birchencliffe

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Rare hummingbird hawk-moth spotted in garden in Scapegoat Hill

Moth that sounds like a hummingbird usually only seen in warmer climes

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Find out where Huddersfield is in the league tables for leadership talent

Survey carried out by Pizza chain Domino's

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Memories of life on the Huddersfield trolleybuses

From early morning workers to rowdy drunks late at night David Beach remembers them all

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Popular teacher Sue Renshaw retires after 35 years at Royds Hall Community School

Deputy head organised annual senior citizens' Christmas party

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Halifax MP Holly Lynch: Good start made to address problems created by court closures

It’s been an intense period in Parliament over recent weeks with many of the big questions about Brexit still being thrashed out and every vote on the detail, coming down to tight numbers.

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The contents of your Kirklees Council green bin are being shipped around the world - here's why

Examiner investigation casts doubt on how environmentally friendly our recycling actually is

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Huddersfield Change Project donates left over cash to charity for the homeless

Founder Dave Kennedy says he was advised by police to give the money to a registered charity

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Taxi firm suddenly stops taking blind and isolated pensioner on weekly outing to cafe

Kirkburton woman believes 'health and safety' is to blame for end of three-minute cab journey

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Poignant and heartbreaking tale of mum's bike ride in memory of her son

Jude Sellmeyer crossed Europe by motorbike as her son Jody "loved the sunshine"

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It's not too late to go to the Wannasee Festival at Greenhead Park - see who's still to come

Top tribute bands rock Huddersfield park and it all ends with a Cold Play soundalike

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Why motorcylist was banned for three years - after fetching painkillers for his partner

Nicholas Woodhead was pulled over for document offences but police smelt alcohol on his breath

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Mystery sign writer leaves this message for 'lazy and disgusting' litter louts

Homemade signs placed at Scammonden reservoir beauty spot

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Driver fined for parking at Leeds Road Retail Park when he was asleep in bed

Enforcement company thought man's car was parked up overnight when he was tucked up in bed

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The importance of ‘teazle’

If you wander the riverbanks of the valley at this time of year, you won’t go far before stumbling across Dipsacus fullonum - known as teazle, writes horticulturalist and gardener Simon Zonenblick (pictured) in the first of a number of occasional articles for Go.

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Behind scenes at woodland site

the countryside team at Hardcastle Crags will be sharing the secrets of how they look after this picturesque woodland on the edge of Hebden Bridge.

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I can’t sing the praises of Calderdale people enough, says departing charity chief

The departing chief executive of Smartmove has praised the generosity of the Calderdale public after retiring from his role.

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Kirklees employees asked ... are you spending your hard-earned money in Huddersfield?

Politicians fall out over latest bid to boost Huddersfield economy

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100th anniversary of Halifax soldier’s death

Today marks the 100th anniversary of the death of former Duke of Wellington’s Regiment soldier Sam Binns, from Halifax.

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Sharp shooting agency set for more co-creation success

Huddersfield-based Sharp Agency is using its co-creation method to work with clients and deliver results

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More Poundworld shops set to shut

Administrators at Deloitte have announced the closure of the Poundworld stores in Brighouse, Leeds, Hull and Doncaster

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How historic mine workings could sink plans for controversial new homes scheme in Mirfield

Evidence of historic mine workings found on Bellway Homes site

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The not-so-secret life of a lesbian couple from Huddersfield

How Ellie and Harley use social media and their own story to support LGBTQ people

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Lee Kenny: A beginners’ guide to the world of Wordpress

Fifteen years ago a piece of software called Wordpress was released to provide an easy way for people to create a “weblog” or Blog as we know it now. Since then over 75 million sites have been built upon the Wordpress content management system.

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Honest thief told Boots he stole more Philips shavers than they thought

Daniel Murphy is now paying the money back at £100 a month

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Roger Marsh interview: ‘North can be the solution for UK PLC, not part of the problem’

A newly-established ‘Council for the North’ will give civic and business leaders a chance to advise Ministers on how to close the economic divide. Rob Parsons spoke to the man chosen to lead the organisation.

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WATCH: Driver hits 140mph on M62 while on Facebook Live

Driver makes gun gestures at other drivers as he undertakes on the motorway

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This week it's The St Pat's Centre

See if our photographer caught you on camera!

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Tarmac gang give up their own time to make life a little easier for disabled boy, 4

New driveway means youngster with cerebral palsy can play out

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Wing walking Debra is flying high for hospice

A grieving woman from Lightcliffe will take to the skies this weekend in a hair-raising tribute to ‘the love of her life’, who tragically died from cancer in January.

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Halifax set for lasting memorial to the Dukes

In the first of a series of articles by the Halifax Courier marking the unveiling of a new memorial to the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment in Halifax town centre next May, Tom Scargill speaks to Brigadier Michael Bray about the upcoming statue and its importance to the Dukes.

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Little Mix gig left pitch like this - here's what stadium bosses say

Pitch left discoloured and damaged by Little Mix stage

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What is balconing? Foreign Office warns Brits on holiday in Spain

More than 12 million British nationals visit Spain every year, and although most visits are trouble-free, the Foreign Office is now warning visitors about the risk of ‘balconing’.

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'Largest collection of HUGE inflatable games' to open in Huddersfield

Two BBC TV presenters will open facility this month

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Halifax town centre road to be closed for flyover inspection

A link road in Halifax town centre will be closed so inspection work can be carried out on Burdock Way.

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5 tropical diseases you could encounter abroad and how to avoid them

Although travelling to tropical countries can be exciting, it always carries some risk of potentially falling ill.

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Ties with Halifax remain incredibly strong for the Dukes

In the first of a series of articles by the Halifax Courier marking the unveiling of a new memorial to the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment in Halifax town centre next May, Tom Scargill speaks to Brigadier Michael Bray about the regiment’s history with Halifax.

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Drunk man arrested at McDonald's after coming out of a coma caused by heatstroke

A group of youths had pushed Scott Brodie around in a wheelbarrow in the hot weather

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Here are the locations of mobile speed cameras in Calderdale

Mobile speed cameras will be at the following locations in and around Calderdale from the week commencing July 23.

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Hottest weather yet to come as temperatures approach 33.9°C Huddersfield record

Plus your weather forecast for this weekend and next week

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Police numbers have risen in West Yorkshire

The number of officers in West Yorkshire Police has increased over the last year, new figures from the Home Office show.

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These planning applications recently went before Calderdale Council

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

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'Financially unsustainable' sixth form centre to close in Calderdale

The sixth form provision at Calder High School which is putting 'extra pressure on the school's budget' will be officially closed if councillors agree to the recommendation.

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IN PICTURES: Looking back at racing fundraisers ahead of Cancer Research run

This weekend will see amazing fundraisers dive through mud and jump over obstacles in aid of Cancer Research at the annual Pretty Muddy event.

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Can you name this distinctive-looking train traveller?

Police investigating claims of racial abuse on board a train at Huddersfield

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IN PICTURES: Glitz and glamour at Ryburn Valley High School’s prom

Students from Ryburn Valley High School had a fun night celebrating the end of their school days at their prom.

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A family connection to the Dukes that stretches back 150 years

In the first of a series of articles by the Halifax Courier marking the unveiling of a new memorial to the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment in Halifax town centre next May, Tom Scargill speaks to Brigadier Michael Bray about his family’s association with the Dukes.

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A crime is now committed in West Yorkshire every TWO minutes

Sex offences up by a third in the county

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Do dock leaves cure nettle stings? Here's what to do if you get stung

For centuries dock leaves have been used by many as a simple way to stop the pain of nettle stings, but do they actually help or is it simply a placebo effect?

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Full list of all the stalls at this year's Huddersfield Food and Drink Festival revealed

Everything from spicy, authentic food to classic beers, wines and gins on offer in St George's Square

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Why judge took sympathy on Dewsbury drug dealer

Lee Hodgson walked from court

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Community parkland project creates a ‘hidden gem’ in neighbourhood

Community and councillors in Halifax have worked together to create a hidden gem of green space in their neighbourhood.

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Mum Selina’s warning over tragic ‘games’

The mother of a 14-year-old boy who died after playing a deadly “choking game” has taken part in a documentary about online pain challenges.

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Huge housing development planned for Fixby ... and very convenient for the M62

202 of the homes will be four bedrooms or more

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Calderdale has one of the highest rates of burglary in England and Wales, latest crime figures show

Calderdale has one of the highest rates of burglary in England and Wales, according to the latest police recorded crime figures.

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Here's what Tokyo nightclub has to do to keep its licence

Councillors have demanded a string of tough conditions to Tokyo's licence after a spate of violent incidents at the Huddersfield nightclub

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Huge plume of thick black smoke over Dewsbury ... this is what's causing it

Fire crews battling to bring it under control

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Woman who loved Halloween parties wants mourners to come dressed as witches to her funeral

Trisha Field was famous for her Halloween parties when she would do her whole house up

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Man given conditional discharge for £150 of criminal damage and other Calderdale court cases

The following Calderdale cases were heard at Bradford Magistrates Court.

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Countdown is on as Piece Hall asks for your votes in lottery awards

The countdown is on with just one week to go to vote for the Piece Hall Hall transformation project in the prestigious National Lottery Awards 2018.

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Woman who loved Halloween parties wants mourners to come dressed as witches to her funeral

Trisha Field was famous for her Halloween parties when she would do her whole house up

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The pub with an outdoor stage ... but no planning permission

Bev Gledhill of The Dalton at Rawthorpe feels there is a vendetta towards her

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'Social and chatty' man found dead after struggling to cope with daughter's cancer diagnosis

Martyn Sykes took his own life after marital and other difficulties

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Summer getaway warning as motorists face 'frantic Friday' congestion

Motorists face severe congestion on some routes this weekend as the summer getaway begins on “frantic Friday”, a motoring firm has warned

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Planning applications: New look for Cleckheaton Wetherpoons and an extension at Thongsbridge Cricket Club

Everything from major developments through to tree preservation orders

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Huge plume of thick black smoke over Dewsbury ... this is what's causing it

Fire crews battling to bring it under control

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Serial stalker threatened to kill ex and offered her family money - here's why

Samuel Brown made 25 Facebook accounts to harass her online

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Hotel Chocolat 'homing in' of new Halifax store

Luxury chocolatier ​Hotel Chocolat is close to opening a Halifax outlet after it reported strong annual trading, in sharp contrast to the slowdown on the rest of the high street.

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New police figures reveal West Yorkshire in top 5 areas for homicide in England & Wales

New figures have been released today which show that West Yorkshire is in the top 5 areas in England and Wales for rates of murder, manslaughter and unlawful killing.

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