14 of the best attractions in Calderdale according to TripAdvisor

With the New Year firmly underway, why not make a 2020 resolution to explore some of the amazing attractions that Calderdale has to offer.

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M62 driver nearly double the legal drink drive caught by police on New Year's Eve

A drink driver who was nearly double the legal limit has been caught on the M62 near Scammonden.

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Search for missing Huddersfield teenager last seen on December 28

She is known to frequent the Huddersfield, Dewsbury and Batley areas

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Join the big New Year clean up of Huddersfield town centre

Dozens expected to hit the streets to pick up litter and clean up after the New Year's Eve revellers

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Firefighters use winch to rescue trapped horse from countryside canal

Harly the horse was returned safely to his owner

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Main road between Honley and Holmfirth closed after crash - live updates

Woodhead Road is shut in both directions

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Whatsapp is about to stop working on these phones

The changes come into effect on New Year's Day

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Arrests made over Batley explosion in February which left six people in hospital

Huge explosion saw 10 fire engines race to the scene as blast tore through flats

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Gentleman Jack premiere tickets among half a million given for free by BBC

This year the BBC gave half a million members of the public the chance to watch BBC radio and television shows in the studio audience.

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Court hears of family's utter devastation at son's death in horror crash with drunk driver

Joseph Keane died on his birthday in the horror crash in North Yorkshire

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Elderly man impaled on a railing rescued by firefighters

Specialist crews from Cleckheaton were called to the scene

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Bags of rubbish dumped on Marsden Moor over Christmas period

Volunteers returned to the Moor to find their first job was clearing up someone else's mess

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Meet the couple becoming Calderdale's first mixed-sex civil partners - 37 years after they first met

A couple from Calderdale will be one of the first to have a mixed-sex civil partnership in Britain after new legislation comes into force today.

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Woman who died suddenly at home in Deighton is named as Wanna Hamilton, 43

Medics battled to save her but she tragically died at home

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Firefighters battle abandoned car fire that closed Clayton West road

Police were called to the scene on Wakefield Road to investigate

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"The battle begins now" says Yassar Yaqub's dad as police probe ends

Mohammed Yaqub wants jury inquest to prove his son was unlawfully killed by police

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'I'm devastated': owner of Halifax care home confirms closure

An owner of a popular care home has said she is "devastated" after her business is set to close after 23 years.

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This year's new driving laws and ones which could be introduced from 2020

How Brexit could affect your driving

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Pair to swim in freezing water to raise funds for homelessness

Two friends from Todmorden will embark on a unique challenge to raise money for UK homelessness this January.

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Calderdale business targeted by Trading Standards in crackdown on illegal tobacco products

Business in Calderdale have been targeted in a huge operation by trading standards to stamp out the supply of illegal tobacco products.

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Former Calderdale Council director honoured with CBE in New Year Honours

A former Calderdale Council director has been awarded a CBE in the in The Queen’s New Year honours list for services to communities.

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Police confirm raid on former Batley bank is murder investigation after body found inside

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder

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Huddersfield hospital criticised for not having enough nurses

The private BMI Huddersfield Hospital fails health watchdog inspection for the second time

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How your unwanted presents can help people in need in Calderdale

Christmas may be over, but that doesn’t mean the goodwill has to be. The Age UK shop in Todmorden is encouraging local people to start the New Year as they mean to go on, and is calling for them to donate their unwanted Christmas presents to help older people and reduce waste.

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Police officer Tasered 14-year-old after being attacked with a knuckle duster

West Yorkshire Police defends tactic of pointing stun guns at children as new figures show rise in incidents

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How the 1p challenge could save you over £650 by next Christmas

Here's how you can join others in the 1p challenge, and save hundreds by this time next year

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Outgoing rector's wife gives congregation a tongue-lashing as leaving present

Unholy sermon delivered to 100-strong gathering by Amanda Zammit attacked 'gossips'

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Ex-bodybuilder pole-axed by backache stuns everyone by taking up rock climbing

Kais suffers from spinal condition which could have seen him in wheelchair

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Yassar Yaqub shooting: Police watchdog issues statement after completing its investigation

Police officers unlikely to face misconduct charges following M62 shooting

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Police search for driver of vehicle involved in collision with a 60-year-old woman

The pedestrian was left with facial injuries including a black eye, cuts and concussion

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This is why you might have seen dozens of UFOs pass over Yorkshire this week

It might sound like the start of a disaster movie, but the string of satellites passing over the city are truly nothing to worry about.

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Tragic death of woman after emergency services called to Huddersfield home

Air ambulance called to scene after woman taken ill

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Restaurant owner's foul-mouthed outburst after revealing he can't afford to pay Kirklees £150 to re-inspect premises after zero rating

Epicure boss sends abusive texts to reporter after zero-rating story is published

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Girls born in Calderdale face nearly 20 years of poor health in old age

Girls born in Calderdale face nearly 20 years of poor health in later life, figures reveal.

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Homicide cops are leading probe into mystery goings-on at former bank

Homicide and Major Enquiry Team investigating events at former bank premises

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Peter Kay pictured for first time in months after slamming Channel 5 show

Peter attended Nativity: The Musical in London with his family

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Calder Valley rescue team send warning to public after incident

Calder Valley Search & Rescue Team (CVSRT) are warning the public to be more careful over the winter months.

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Vehicles seized in Halifax over festive period as part of police operation

A dedicated Calderdale police operation has seized more dangerous and illegal vehicles over the festive period.

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Driver chased by police jumped out of moving car and left it to crash into ditch

He managed to escape on foot

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Mum branded fat cow by strangers loses half her body weight

Sarah Wass, from Batley, was spurred on by an off-the-cuff comment from her mum

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Sarah Wass before and after her incredible weight loss

Sarah Wass before and after her incredible weight loss

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900 objections fail to influence Mirfield homes plan

Community anger at plan to build dozens of houses close to narrow country lane

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Battle set to resume over the fate of Clayton Fields

Developers plan to stop up six public footpaths prior to more than 40 houses being built on beauty spot between Birkby and Edgerton

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This is when you need to take your Christmas tree down to avoid bad luck

Superstition says you need to have taken down your decorations by Twelfth Night

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West Yorkshire Police given £3.3m to tackle serious violent crime

Home Secretary announces £35m fund for violence reduction units in the 18 areas worst affected by serious violence

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Mystery as dozens of police involved in Batley raid

White suited officers run into building after door cut open with blow torch

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Live updates as police incident closes road in the centre of Batley

We'll bring you the latest on the incident when we get it

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Six foot high flames seen at suspicious blaze in Dalton

Firefighters save property after mystery garden fire takes hold in a bush

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Army veteran on Universal Credit left with £3 to live on over Christmas

Unemployed ex-serviceman has been wiped out and left with just a few quid

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Union boss backs nationalisation of troubled Northern rail

Rail workers union chief says the government should take franchise away from struggling company

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The Huddersfield restaurants ExaminerLive gave FIVE STAR reviews to in 2019

If you're looking for the best food at the best prices in the best settings, look no further

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Businessman vows to make Huddersfield town centre great after loss of bars and clubs

Ian Snowball says area around him is increasingly derelict and needs urgent cash injection

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More than a third of free flu jabs missed last year in Calderdale

More than a third of the people eligible for free flu vaccines in Calderdale did not take them up last winter, figures show.

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Gang members and other criminals locked up in Huddersfield and Kirklees in December

A list of some of the month's most serious court cases

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This blue badge rule change will help thousands with hidden disabilities

The criteria has been widened to include people with conditions that are not clearly visible

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HRI campaign dub hospital boss's OBE an "appalling reward for failure"

Hands Off HRI leader issues strong attack on Owen Williams' honour

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Call for zero drink drive limit as police arrest more than a dozen a day

More people have been caught driving under the influence this year than last and there's still four evenings to go

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McDonald's cause shock and offence with tactless message on dad's receipt

Man reacts 'You cheeky bugger' after finding rude message on his wrap and fries order

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OAP gets £132k in pension back payments - and others could be owed cash too

Insurance firm helped him claim back the cash and say any number of people could be missing out

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These heartbreaking tragedies were among the most read stories in 2019

Crime stories, financial advice, heartbreaking tragedies and TV stories dominated the headlines

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The Yorkshire Shepherdess returns to her hometown for talk at Huddersfield Literature Festival

The Newsome-born sheep farmer will be taking to the stage in Marsden to share her rise to fame as a Channel 5 documentary star

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Children learn about healthy eating from care home residents

Residents at a care home in Halifax were recently joined by nursery children who wanted to learn about healthy eating.

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Stopcocks Women Plumbers founder commended in the New Year's Honours

Hattie Hasan has been listed in the New Year’s Honours for her work  supporting and promoting women in the Heating and Plumbing Industry in UK.

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Huddersfield Business Improvement District has four key priorities to boost the town

Matthew Chapman is appointed as BID manager

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Riverside Fox gastropub shuts suddenly as bank takes it back

Ripponden diner was popular but bosses say landlord had not paid the mortgage

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‘I think that if you are right with people, they’ll be right with you’ - In the company on Heidi Bingham

Heidi Bingham is the Managing Director of The Craggs Country Business Parks, a business park in Cragg Vale offering units, serviced offices and storage facilities.

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Warning over children getting fingers stuck in LOL Glamper Van toys

There has been several reports of children getting fingers trapped in the toys

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This vital upgrade at Huddersfield railway station has now been completed

Platform 2 project has been finished after staff worked on Christmas Day and Boxing Day

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Riverside Fox gastropub shuts abruptly as bank takes it back

Ripponden diner was popular but bosses say landlord had not paid the mortgage

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Huddersfield and Kirklees' most wanted - do you recognise these faces?

West Yorkshire Police needs your help to identify these people

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Drivers are rude, it's cheaper to get a taxi and services are unreliable - your comments on Huddersfield buses

Passengers have hit out at bus companies over reliability and prices

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Alcohol related deaths in Calderdale reach a record high

Public Health England has, in the midst of the festive season, revealed that alcohol related deaths across Calderdale have risen again for 2018 and are the highest since records began.

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These 70 celebrities all died in 2019

Gary Rhodes, Juliette Kaplan and Leah Bracknell were among those who passed away

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Government plans to take over Northern rail after months of dire service

The troubled franchise could be spilt and renationalised in 2020

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Popular Ripponden bar and restaurant the Riverside Fox announces sudden closure

A popular Ripponden bar and restaurant has announced it has closed

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These are the new laws coming in during 2020

Changes in legislation for next year and how it will affect you

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Two men stabbed after being cornered by five men in terrifying incident

Police appealing for witnesses after men were hemmed in then knifed

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These two thugs held a man captive, viciously beat him and put rope around his neck, hands and feet

Victim, 27, was held overnight and suffered serious injuries to his face and body

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Long queues on M62 after accident between Huddersfield and Leeds

There are reports of nine miles of queues

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Long queues on M62 after accident between Huddersfield and Leeds

There are reports of nine miles of queues

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Machete gang suspected of raiding store twice in a week for cash and cigs

Bradford CID investigating raids on December 21 and on Boxing Day

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20 for 2020: Your guide to highlights of the year in Calderdale

Goodbye 2019 and hello 2020! It’s been a fantastic year and decade in Calderdale with many big moments but as we say farewell to the 2010s it’s time to start looking forward to the exciting events that will be taking place on the next 12 months.

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Woman struck on M1 after stepping out of car crashed by suspected drink driver

The Christmas Day crash caused miles of queues on the M1

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Leftover Turkey - this is how long it is safe to store it for

Guidelines from the Food Standards Agency on how long you should keep it

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Huge strides being made in protecting Calderdale from future floods

The quest to protect Calderdale from future flooding has made huge progress according to Calderdale Council leaders as the authority marks four years since Storm Eva swept through the borough.

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Live updates after reports of Boxing Day stabbing in a park in Cowlersley

There was a large police presence in the area of Main Avenue and South Avenue last night

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New party bar opens in Halifax town centre

A new bar on Bull Green has opened its doors with entertainment on offer to residents through to 2020.

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This is why we get 'the beer fear' after drinking too much alcohol

Expert explains the horrid side affects that we can get after a boozy evening

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Kirklees event remembers loved ones in special Light up a Life ceremonies

Families from across the region gathered to remember those no longer with them

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Our pally relationship with bus companies must end says fed-up councillor as passenger numbers fall for fifth year running

New figures show a drop in the number of people using bus services in West Yorkshire

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Nine of the most shocking Huddersfield crimes of the last decade

We take a look at some of the most shocking incidents which have taken place over the last 10 years

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40 stunning pictures capture Huddersfield in 2019

Photographers capture the people, events and landscapes of Huddersfield and surrounding villages

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Young Muslim volunteers spend Christmas Day 'spreading smiles' to over 100 care home residents

Free 'taxi service' laid on by youth group so that residents could enjoy Christmas Day among friends

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Rare bandstand saved after Historic England agree to list it

Calderdale Council had wanted to demolish it with the cost of refurbishing it put at £300,000

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Lizzie's journey from Boxing Day suicide attempt to happy slimming coach

She says Slimming World helped her mental health recovery as well as her weight loss

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West Yorkshire political leaders call on Boris Johnson to deliver

Council leaders have made specific requests for Government support on devolution and transport

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From Antiques Roadshow to Gentleman Jack - Looking back at Calderdale on screen in 2019

This year has been major for Callywood with TV shows new and old being filmed in the borough. We take a look back at the programmes that have showcased the borough in all its glory in 2019.

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Friend of the stars George Wilkinson's wife dies aged 66

Jane Wilkinson provided financial tips for Ken Dodd but was underwhelmed by Tony Christie

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How you can recycle your Christmas tree in Calderdale

Christmas may only just be over and done with but thoughts are turning to taking down the tree and festive decorations.

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Longer trains with more seats promised at these village stations as work starts to extend platforms

Passengers will face some disruption as the work starts

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Did Kirklees Council tackle traffic in 2019? We look back at what was planned

We look at what we said a year ago about the congestion busting plans for our borough and whether any of it actually happened

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The eight most controversial planning battles of 2019

These are the biggest rows over land and property that occurred over the past 12 months

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M1 traffic: Motorway forced to close following 'serious crash' near Osset

Police, fire and ambulance services are ont he scene following the incident close to junction 40

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The seven most controversial political moments of 2019 in Kirklees

The memorable moments when our elected leaders and their officials hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons

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Christmas with the Most Hated Family In America - what the Yorkshireman who joined Westboro Baptist Church is doing today

Steven Holroyd, who grew up in Bradford, joined the Kansas Church and became Brother Matthias

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Con artists, fraudsters and benefit cheats brought to justice in 2019

From a door-to-door cash trickster to a million pound fraudster

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Christmas diners furious after opening batch of stinking, rotten turkeys

Festive cooks take to Twitter to slam Aldi, Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco for inedible birds

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Lots to celebrate for pub lovers this year and plenty going on next year too

It's been a tough time for many landlords but there have also been many success stories

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The most stunning, oldest and quirkiest properties for sale in 2019

Feast your eyes on the year's dreamiest properties and the biggest bargains

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Runner beats mud, barbed wire fences and streams to win Tinker Cup - at the age of 68

Veteran Martin Seddon first won Holmfirth Harriers' coveted trophy 40 years ago

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Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team find body in search for missing Huddersfield man

John Ferry went missing from the Lockwood area last night

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What to do if you need medicines over Christmas and chemist is shut

Ideally you should make sure you have sufficient tablets before the festive season but...

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10 pictures from the Piece Hall's Big Sing

Can you spot yourself in our photos?

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Friends and family to pay their respects to Colin Vasey in New Year funeral

Members of the public are welcome to attend service say Mr Vasey's family

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Christmas Day binge: More than 800,000 alcoholic beverages to be consumed in Calderdale

It's a tradition as old as Christmas itself – a tipple or two to kick off the day, a couple of glasses as you cook the roast, and a nightcap to round off the festivities.

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Piece Hall spreads festive cheer with Christmas Big Sing

The Piece Hall's Christmas Big Sing, inspired by the carol services of yesteryear, is filling Halifax with festive music.

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New life set to be breathed into former Swan Inn pub

Empty site will become petrol filling station if planners give green light

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Northern Rail cancels Xmas Eve trains due to 'unprecedented levels of sickness'

Cancelled services 'chosen carefully to minimise impact on customers'

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Incredible pictures show 617 million Brussels sprouts growing ready for Christmas

The pictures make the humble sprout a thing of beauty

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Taking steps to replace care for Todmorden patients when practice closes next year

One more attempt will be made to “test the market” to buy services for patients at a Todmorden medical practice when their existing care ends there in March 2020.

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Incredible pictures of more than 600 million sprouts growing at Drysdales in Berwickshire

Incredible pictures of more than 600 million sprouts growing at Drysdales in Berwickshire

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Missing Huddersfield man, 64, may appear confused and have no shoes on

Police are appealing for information as they try to find John Ferry

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Kirklees council has £6m they are ready to spend on schools and play areas

The money remains unspent but has been allocated for projects

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Beauty and the Beast live streamed to the Children’s Wards of local Hospitals

The Children’s Wards of Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary were filled with festive cheer as Beauty and the Beast at the Victoria Theatre in Halifax was live streamed for the first time ever.

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Lorry driver stops on motorway to shield police as they recover crashed Jaguar

The Jaguar driver spun into the central barrier when he aqua planed on the wet surface

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Queensbury park spared from development as site of new crematorium is announced

A new crematorium will not be built in a public park as many feared, with Bradford Council announcing it will be built on a private site.

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Vets give advice on potential hazards for pets this Christmas

While it may be the most wonderful time of the year for many of the UK’s families, Christmas can actually be one of the most dangerous seasons for the nation’s pets.

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These are the ten most visited Halifax Courier stories of 2019

As 2019 comes to an end we take a lookback at the articles on the Halifax Courier which have had the most visitors this year.

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Police appeal for missing Halifax girl, 16, believed to be in Kirklees

Janatt King has not been seen since late in Sunday evening

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These venues are offering free Xmas dinners to homeless and needy

Several places in and around Huddersfield will be making festive lunches for people in need

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NORAD Santa Tracker 2019 - you can follow Santa Claus on his journey this Christmas Eve

The tracker will show you where Santa is and how many presents he has delivered so far

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Driver of untaxed Audi tried to repair car in M62 fast lane at night

The car was stranded next to the barrier without its lights on

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Parents of Jo Cox plant tree in her memory

150 trees have so far been planted in Jo Cox Community Wood

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Nurse tells of heartbreaking work battling to save Samoan children in measles outbreak

More than 5,000 cases reported on the island with 75 deaths confirmed

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Driver who killed grandmother in crash outside her Batley home is given a community sentence

The court was told the collision should have been avoidable but the driver's husband and son are dependant on her

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Todmorden bandstand given Grade II listed status by Historic England

After months of debate and the community coming together, the historic bandstand in Centre Vale Park, Todmorden, is now Grade II listed.

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'It's manky to spend Christmas Day in your pyjamas' says outspoken mum

She said those lounging around the house in PJs are lazy

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Asda has sent these Turkey substitutes to online shoppers - and they are not impressed

The supermarket chain has had to swap up the main Christmas ingredient for alternatives

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Police plan to stop yobs spoiling Christmas for themselves and loved ones

They will have extra patrols in the town centre and will target anti-social and alcohol fuelled behaviour

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MP Barry Sheerman slammed for insensitive tweet at grieving Rev Richard Coles

Barry Sheerman appeared to make light of celebrity priest's partner's death

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Warning over cash scam which has seen thousands stolen from victims

The victims have been targeted by fraudsters pretending to be police officers

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OAP waits for two hours in agony for ambulance after breaking hip

Shop staff tend to pensioner after she falls in car park

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Driver's miraculous escape after he lit cig - and his car exploded in a fireball

Carl Fisher had earlier sprayed air freshener in his car before the explosion

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Three critical in hospital after horrific crash near White Rose Shopping Centre

Two 19-year-old men and a 42-year-old woman are seriously ill in hospital

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The horrific crash near the White Rose Shopping Centre

The horrific crash near the White Rose Shopping Centre

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Three-quarters of Calderdale's secondary schools in deficit, figures reveal

Three-quarters of state-run secondary schools in Calderdale are spending more than they receive in funding, new figures reveal.

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Supermarket chaos as shoppers rush to the aisles for last-minute bargains

People are flocking to RTesco and other stores for last minute presents and essentials

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Disappearance of Huddersfield man prompts renewed appeal for information from West Yorkshire Police

Appeal to trace man who went missing last Wednesday

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Man charged with six counts of attempted murder after Audi ploughs into pedestrians

One victim is in a critical condition in hospital

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Meet the team behind Overgate Hospice's charity shops

From Todmorden to Elland, these are the friendly faces behind the tills.

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Teen drove at 80mph in 30mph zone narrowly missing pedestrian

He also pleaded guilty to possessing a large knife and beating an emergency worker

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Woman who died after hitting two parked cars named locally

Much-loved grandma's Range Rover hit the cars on Rastrick/Fixby boundary in early hours

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Commuters set for traffic misery in new year when gas works start

Part of Manchester Road will have temporary traffic lights and a slip road will close

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New Year disruption for drivers though Elland and West Vale for gas network upgrade

Calderdale commuters can expect disruption around Elland Bridge and West Vale as the North of England’s gas distributer, Northern Gas Networks (NGN), invests £380,000 to upgrade the gas distribution network in Halifax.

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Calderdale Councillors set for a pay rise in 2020

Councillors will be getting a pay rise next year in line with that which its staff will receive – around two per cent.

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Photos show emergency services at scene of serious crash on Dewsbury Road

These photos show emergency services at the scene of a multiple-vehicle crash near the White Rose Shopping Centre this evening. Police say several people have been seriously injured when a car careered onto the wrong side of the A653 Dewsbury Road and hit another vehicle. The road was closed in both directions.

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Mum who splashed £1.5k on Christmas presents shares stunning video of kids' 2019 haul

Emma Tapping had a lot of wrapping to do before sharing the footage with her 17.7k Instagram followers

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Police hunting burglars who stole from Marsden community

Marsden Mechanics targeted in raid

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We visit Huddersfield's friendliest – and one of its prettiest – villages

Fabulous scenery, strong local businesses and friendly folk make this the place to live

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Multiple-vehicle crash near White Rose Shopping Centre - live updates

Dewsbury Road has been closed in both directions as police, paramedics and firefighters deal with the accident

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Huddersfield and Kirklees' most wanted - do you recognise these faces?

West Yorkshire Police needs your help to identify these people

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M1 closed in Leeds due to oil spillage - live updates

The southbound carriageway has been shut at junction 45

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Conservative candidate in general election salutes supporters

Giants chairman Ken Davy says although he lost the swing to the Tories was immense

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Longley Road residents rekindle Christmas spirit

Kirklees couldn't afford to pay for tree so residents mounted one on wheelbarrow

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Bell ringing service held in memory of pensioner Colin Vasey

Service at Dewsbury Minster saw bells tolled for each one of his 81 years

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Meet the army of code breakers around the world working to transcribe Anne Lister's diaries

They number more than 100 and are based across the globe. Most are women, a handful are academics and for some, English is a second language. But all have one thing in common – a shared intrigue in the Halifax diarist and landowner often described as “the first modern lesbian”.

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Teacher's TikTok dance helps Marsden school win national competition

The prize will pay for a new ActivPanel for the school

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Man arrested for attempted murder after Audi ploughs into six people in Cleckheaton

One man is fighting for his life in hospital

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We won a high court battle with Kirklees Council - now we want an apology

Angela and Edward Bradley have been prevented from speaking in a council meeting due to allegations of defamation

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Young Calderdale climate change strikers vow to strike every month in 2020

With youth strikes nationally helping to push the climate emergency up the political agenda, Calderdale young strikers have vowed to keep up the pressure through 2020.

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Elves go off duty as Shoebox Appeal boxes go to those in need

Myself and Wilson Simms have informed The Courier that Santa’s ‘Hidden Grotto’ in Calderdale is now ‘all quiet’ for another year.

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From jungles, deserts and the Himalayas to opening a walking boot shop in Holmfirth

Karen Trimming takes big step to open her own shop Peak Footwear

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How you can help make Christmas for young people who have just left care

Donations are wanted for The Christmas Dinner Huddersfield project

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How partnership’s ‘acts of kindness’ to tackle scourge of loneliness in Calderdale

A healthcare partnership across parts of North and West Yorkshire is returning to help prevent loneliness and social isolation this winter.

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Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust sees biggest rise in the homeless visiting A&E

The NHS Trust that runs hospitals in Calderdale and Huddersfield has seen the largest increase in homeless patients at their accident and emergency departments.

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Four years on from the Boxing Day floods this is what Calderdale Council is doing

Much work has been carried out to prevent a repeat of devastation

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Man who stole someone's vote in EU elections among latest court cases

A man who flytipped concrete in woodland and a man with a pizza knife in town also appeared

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Police appeal to find missing 21-year-old

Tyron Taylor was last seen on December 18

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Ex-soldier reduced female neighbour to tears with obscure rant over washing line

She felt intimidated and began to cry when he hurled expletives at her

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This incredible charity started last year by helping four men - it is now saving 400

Platform 1 is helping men tackle depression, survive and overcome any issues they have

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Actress Alyce Liburd credits these two Huddersfield teachers with inspiring 'tough journey' onto the stage

Q&A with Huddersfield-born actress who praises high school teachers

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Fury and tears as planners say housing estate on floodplain is 'worth the risk'

The development of 67 homes will be built in Hopton Bottom

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Long delays for passengers after person is hit by train - latest updates

The busy line is closed due to a police incident near Guiseley station

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Dad was 23 stone and too fat to fit on ride at Alton Towers - but look at him now

He was shamed into losing weight after he could not get on the ride with his young daughter

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Muslim volunteers donate trolley loads of goods to food bank

Ahmadiyya Muslims make donation to Welcome Centre as part of their Christmas campaign

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Family's lasting tribute to music student Peter Doody after sudden epilepsy death

With a rare talent for music, Peter Doody from Wyke, had the prospect for the brightest of futures

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Oh yes it is, a round up of Huddersfield, Kirklees and Calderdale pantomimes!

Here are all the family favourites being performed around the region

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These are the Christmas Day parkruns taking place in and around Calderdale

Calling all keen runners! A number of parkruns in Calderdale and across West Yorkshire will be welcoming those wishing for a morning run on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

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This is what could be put into Calderdale's water supply to help with children's dental care

A debate on children’s dental health ended with a request to council officers to explore the possibility of whether water supplies could be fluoridated.

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Calderdale firefighters come under attack as missiles are thrown and crews are verbally abused

Firefighters in Calderdale have been verbally abused and had missiles thrown at them a new report has revealed.

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Highways officer reveals most emotional memory from six Christmas Days on the job

While most are tucking into turkey, these traffic officers are keeping the roads safe

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Thief stole Poppy Appeal collection box from a care home - and their Laurel and Hardy doorstop too

The latest crimes dealt with by Kirklees magistrates

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M62 crash closes three lanes eastbound near Huddersfield

Three of four lanes are closed on the M62 at J22 (Rishworth Moor)

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M62 chaos after crash shuts three lanes - live updates

Three lanes on the eastbound carriageway are closed off at the moment

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Parents of tragic horror crash schoolgirl Katelyn Dawson face court accused of harassing the driver

They appear in court over a series of incidents involving the driver of the car

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Morrisons praised by parents for heartwarming story about oranges in Christmas stockings

The supermarket has shared the story about the real meaning of Christmas

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Police still hunting suspects who burned down Honley Co-op in botched ram-raid on cash machine

An Audi Q7 believed to have been involved in the attempted robbery was found nearby

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Firm offers a four day working week and London salary to attract talent to Yorkshire

Modo25 owner John Readman says: "The message we want to get out there is there's jobs outside the M25."

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Anne Lister story voted 24th most engaging story in the world in 2019

According to Visit Calderdale, the BBC article 'The Life and Loves of Anne Lister' is one of the biggest internet hits of the year.

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Road works could have 'major impact' on Halifax commuters

Halifax is set for traffic disruption as a busy town centre road will be shut for 10 weeks.

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Halifax electric car charging point destroyed but replacements coming, says council

Calderdale Council have confirmed it is set to install three new rapid charging point for electric vehicles in Halifax.

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Councillors reject plans for care home 'monstrosity'

Developers want to demolish former Hipperholme Grammar Junior School

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Police drugs dogs to patrol trains and stations to sniff out dealers

The four-legged detectives have been trained to stop city dealers expanding networks into smaller towns

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West Yorkshire woman given terminal cancer diagnosis just weeks before Christmas aged 29 determined to fulfil bucket list

A brave West Yorkshire woman who was given a terminal cancer diagnosis just weeks before Christmas is determined to fulfil her bucket list.

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The worst times to drive before Christmas

Stay at home during these times to avoid the rush

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We need £20m to help develop a metro system for West Yorkshire, county's leaders tell Boris Johnson

Political leaders in West Yorkshire and York have today urged Boris Johnson to commit £20m to help them develop the long-awaited mass transit system he promised during the General Election campaign.

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Suspect escapes with huge haul of cash after robbing Slaithwaite bank with a screwdriver

The man threatened a worker with a screwdriver and a hammer

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Volunteers restore Christmas cheer to burnt out Honley Co-op

Honley's amazing community spirit has been on show since Wednesday's devastating fire

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Schoolgirl given ticking off by teachers for Christmas hair design

Poppy Leigh gave her hair a festive redesign but her school teachers were not impressed

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Head of Salterhebble Junior and Infant School celebrates retirement with surprise assembly at the Shay Stadium

Beloved Salterhebble Junior and Infant School head teacher, Belinda Kerfoot-Roberts, retired after twelve years of service.

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Staff at YES Energy Solutions lend a hand at Halifax’s foodbank

Halifax’s Food and Support Drop-In gained more volunteers in the run up to Christmas from local energy firm YES Energy Solutions.

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The heartwarming reason hospital wards are full of Chocolate Oranges this Christmas

One little boy inspired a campaign which has touched the hearts of medical professionals

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These Christmas services are taking place at Halifax Minster - including one with a very special guest

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Halifax Minster - one of busiest and most wonderful times of the year for the historic church.

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Firm’s gifts for hospital youngsters

Young patients have had their hospital stay brightened up following a donation of festive gifts.

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Multi million pound business park approved for site near Brighouse

Councillors were told it will bring 1,300 jobs to the area

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Two still on run after man's head slashed in Birkby machete attack

The victim was arrested at the scene but has now been released without charge

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Brighouse dance studio left in limbo as council approve apartment plans

A dance studio has been left in limbo after Calderdale Planning Committee approved plans to transform its premises into five apartments.

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Musician Paul wishes you a gory Christmas with alternative festive soundtrack

A Hebden Bridge musician has released an alternative festive Christmas soundtrack with his album “The Xmas Jigsaw Massacre”.

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Mum killed toddler son when she cracked over 'deliberate and relentless torment' by bullying cheating fiancé

Magdalena Lesicka stabbed 23-month-old James Chilvers to death after years abuse by Peter Chilvers

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Jet2 worker quit job then launched cyber attack on 2,000 employees

Scott Burns, 27, from Morley, Googled the prison sentence for network intrusion in the UK

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Police confirm body found in river is that of missing man Colin Vasey

West Yorkshire Police thanks everyone who helped during the search

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The 12 breeds of dog most likely to misbehave

Dogs are one of the nation's most-loved animals, but are some breeds naughtier than others?

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Work on Scammonden Bridge fence set to start in 2020

Highways England has been working on plans to improve the safety of the notorious 1970s built M62 bridge

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Halifax MP Holly Lynch speaks out after police officer and 16 men charged with historical child sex offences

The MP for Halifax has spoken put after 16 men including a police officer were charged with historical child sexual offences.

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Police dog Macy tracks down Tasered knife suspect to unusual hideout after 25 minute search

Two officers assaulted by suspect who then ran off

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Watch Brighouse mum speak out on how her son was killed by a drink and drug driver

A Brighouse mum has spoken out after her son was killed when his car was hit by a drink and drug driver

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Bid for £23m made to government for Queensbury tunnel project

GOVERNMENT support could be key in creating a cycleway in the old Queensbury Tunnel – a project described as a “significant opportunity” for the area.

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Dad wants you to see this picture of his daughter who died after waiting six hours for an ambulance

Donna Gilby was just 47

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Age UK Calderdale chief helps organise pug dog event

The chief executive of Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees helped organise a special event where students got up close with some adorable animals as part of her role with the Pug Dog Welfare Rescue Association (PDWRA).

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Road closed in Hebden Bridge after schoolgirl suffers serious injuries in car crash

A road has been closed in Hebden Bridge after a school girl was hit by a car this morning.

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More operations cancelled at the last minute at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

More patients are having their operations cancelled at the last minute at the Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, figures reveal.

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Flooding concerns as homes approved in Linthwaite and Brockholes

They come under the council's Local Plan

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Severe delays on M62 as multi-vehicle crash causes rush hour chaos - live updates

The accident happened on the M62 between the junction for Chain Bar and Brighouse with delays as far back as Tingley at junction 28

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Financial headache for Calderdale Council as urgent work to unclassified roads to cost £54.5m

Calderdale is on target in maintaining its A, B and C class roads – it is unclassified roads which are more of a financial headache.

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Brighouse food bank serves up more free Christmas parcels to those in need

A food bank in Brighouse is able to give a helping hand to more people in need this Christmas thanks to a gift from a major supermarket.

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Irresponsible drivers hit with fines after parking outside Halifax school

Two drivers have been hit with fines after parking outside schools in Halifax.

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Failing to protect the North from flood devastation could stop the Northern Powerhouse in its tracks, says think-tank

Efforts to tackle the North-South divide and improve living standards in Yorkshire could be undermined unless more is done to tackle the region's vulnerability to flooding, a report has warned today.

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Who is Mark Eastwood the new MP for Dewsbury, Mirfield, Denby Dale and Kirkburton?

He failed to get on Kirklees Council six times but now he's now one of the new wave of working class Tory MPs

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National award for YES Energy

Greetland-based firm YES Energy Solutions was named the winner of Utility Partner of the Year category at the Utility Week Awards.

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Plans approved to convert abandoned Halifax chapel in apartments

Calderdale planning committee have approved plans to breath a new lease of life into an abandoned chapel.

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16 men including police officer charged over historic child sexual exploitation in Halifax

One of the accused is a suspended West Yorkshire Police officer

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Photos inside Honley Co-op show charred shelves and twisted metal remains of cash machine

Firefighters say all stock has been ruined

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Police officer among 16 men charged in connection with historical child sexual exploitation in Halifax

Sixteen men including a police officer have been charged with a variety of offences following an investigation into non-recent child sexual exploitation in Halifax.

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Honley Co-op damage

Honley Co-op damage

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Scammonden bridge disappears in heavy fog as more predicted for today

Fog is predicted for Huddersfield today

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Halifax family firm takes over famous Harrogate fish and chip shop

A successful family firm in Halifax have taken over Harrogate’s most famous fish and chip

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Overgate patients and families share their stories

Tales of gratitude and kindness from Overgate Hospice.

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Appeal to find owners of suspected stolen jewellery after man is arrested in Dewsbury

Detectives in Kirklees are appealing for anyone who recognises any of the items pictured to come forward.

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How likely is a white Christmas in Huddersfield this year?

With only a week to go, we take a look at the weather for the festive period

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The abandoned Audi used in failed ram-raid on Honley Co-op cash machine

The Audi is believed to have been used in the raid, which caused a serious fire

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Council rejects plans for 'massive monstrosity' in Brighouse

A controversial planning application dubbed as a "massive monstrosity" has been rejected.

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Festive cheer on rail for Calderdale students meeting Father Christmas

Mytholmroyd Station Partnership presented an evening of festive cheer with a trip on the rails to see a very special visitor.

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West Yorkshire bid for £½ billion will bring these transport upgrades to Kirklees

Regional body has launched its application for government cash to fund projects across the county

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Honley Co-op destroyed by fire in failed ram-raid attempt - live updates

The shop was almost entirely involved in fire

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Major fire at Honley Co-op as police seal off centre of village

Huddersfield Firefighter says it will be a long time before the shop is up and running again

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Why was this knife scanner installed at Halifax bus station

A knife scanner was installed at Halifax bus station as part of a national initiative to drive down violent crime.

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Car wash firm faces being shut down by Kirklees Council

Council says Moldgreen company on Wakefield Road is too noisy

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Wanted: 8 people police urgently want to speak to in Calderdale

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

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Woman arrested by Halifax police for drink driving in morning rush hour traffic

A woman was arrested in Halifax by police for drink driving in the morning rush hour traffic.

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Study shows our historical landscape is under threat from climate change

Climate change is often portrayed as tomorrow’s problem but its impact is already being felt on our historical landscape.

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This is how much worse off you are compared to 2008

Trade union claims Kirklees in longest pay squeeze since Napoleonic era

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Fake teenage beggars rob generous man after he gives them £5

He has been left too frightened to go into Halifax town centre

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New arrival at J&C Joel firm

A Sowerby Bridge-based manufacturer of stage and theatre drapes has announced the appointment of new chief financial officer.

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School issues warning after girl was grabbed by man armed with screwdriver

King James's School warns parents after second incident in Lepton

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New plans revealed for bungalows on Mirfield site

Plans for four new bungalows off Fox Royd Drive in Mirfield have been submitted to Kirklees Council.

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Halifax teacher retires after 28 years in the same school

Hundreds of children and their families will be remembering a teacher who is retiring at Christmas after more than 28 years teaching at Akroydon Primary Academy, formally Rawson Primary School in Boothtown.

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Behind the Scenes at the Piece Hall with Jenny Harris

Programming a year-round season of world-class events at The Piece Hall is a huge under-taking. From breath-taking sculpture to independent festivals and world-renowned cycles races, the eclectic line-up sees acting head of events Jenny Harris and her team start planning and preparations months in advance.

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"Watch horrific footage of crash that killed our family so it never happens again"

Warning - the footage is distressing

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The picture that hides illness that can make young woman feel like she has run a marathon after two bottles of wine

Catherine Allen, 22, was initially told she was just tired like most teenagers until she was diagnosed

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Dream homes: Almondeberie House, Almondbury

Dream homes: Almondeberie House, Almondbury

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Deliveroo drivers and riders wanted for Dewsbury ahead of launch

Whether you have a car, motorcycle, scooter and bicycle, this could be the job for you

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A new railway station for Leeds and six priority bus routes are on West Yorkshire transport bosses' half-a-billion-pound wishlist to Grant Shapps

Transport bosses in West Yorkshire have submitted a bid to Ministers for hundreds of millions of pounds of funding to pay for improvements including a new railway station in Leeds, two new bus park and rides, six priority bus routes and 800 new cycle parking spaces.

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Shibden Hall set to take a winter break

After its most successful year ever, Shibden Hall will close for winter from Christmas Eve, to ensure it’s ready for what’s set to be another busy season.

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Piece Hall hosts Christmas Eve Big Sing

The Piece Hall has paired up with Halifax Minster and the Children’s Society to spread festive cheer and fill Halifax with music on Christmas Eve.

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45 minute delays after car and lorry crash on M62 near Huddersfield

Ambulance and police attended the smash

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Lanes closed after car and lorry crash on M62 near Huddersfield - live updates

A car and a lorry were involved in a crash

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Men have higher driving test pass rate at Halifax Test Centre figures reveal

Men are in pole position when it comes to passing their driving test at Halifax Test Centre, figures reveal.

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Is Kirklees Neighbourhood Housing about to be axed?

Kirklees is considering taking over management of its housing stock

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Lanes closed after car and lorry crash on M62 near Huddersfield - live updates

A car and a lorry were involved in a crash

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Questions remain over huge blaze at former Walkleys Clogs site that forced mill to be demolished

Questions remain unanswered over the cause of a fire at a historic Calderdale mill that was demolished after a huge blaze ripped through the building.

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Halifax police catching speedsters report man who stopped to yell abuse without wearing seatbelt

Police officers in Calderdale catching speedsters arrested a driver after they stopped to yell abuse at officers while not wearing a seatbelt.

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West Yorkshire Fire Service receives straight 'good' ratings in government report

People of West Yorkshire 'should be proud of service', HM Inspector says

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Northern MPs to 'hunt like a pack' to ensure voters have a reason to back the Tories again in five years

Northern MPs are going to “hunt like a pack” in the new Parliament which is being billed as a once in a generation opportunity to power up the North.

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Student flats firm takes first step over cladding fire threat

A planning application has been lodged to remove flammable cladding on student blocks in Huddersfield

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'Angry' teen to serve at least 16 years in prison for the murder of Halifax mum Paige Gibson

The family of Halifax mum-of-three Paige Gibson have spoken of their devastation and loss as her teenage murderer was told by a judge that he would have to serve at least 16 years in custody before being considered for release.

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Kingsgate boss tight lipped on House of Fraser future as more closures threatened

It is not clear whether the store in Huddersfield's Kingsgate Centre is one earmarked for closure

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Co-op building revamp

Co-op building revamp

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Tributes to 'wonderfully talented' photographer Richard Caulfield who has died aged 48

Photographer with a love of derelict buildings, chess and the outdoors

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Teen found guilty of Paige Gibson murder

The 16-year-old, who cannot be named due to his age, was unanimously found guilty today

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Changes to rail timetables for Huddersfield passengers revealed

It's due to a maintenance backlog, a delay in crew training and late delivery of new trains

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Clr Donna Bellamy 'pleased to be back' in Colne Valley after by-election victory

She lost her seat to Labour in the Kirklees Council elections last May

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15 photos from Fire and Water Project Winterlight Festival

The vibrant festival illuminated Sowerby Bridge.

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Huddersfield woman dies after her Range Rover collides with two parked cars

West Yorkshire Police appealing for information following fatal collision

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Safety warning issued as new picture emerges of 'exploded' car in Halifax town centre

A safety warning has been issued after a driver had a lucky escape following a 'car explosion' in Halifax town centre.

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Three knives taken off the streets in latest round of court cases

One man had a knife in the Boy and Barrel

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Appeal for witnesses after woman dies in early morning car crash in Rastrick

Police officers in Calderdale are appealing for witnesses after a woman died following an early morning car crash.

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Young Calderdale boy can finally hug brother after being first UK child to have prosthetic arm above elbow

A five-year-old boy from Calderdale can finally give his little brother a hug after being the first child in the UK to have a functioning prosthetic arm fixed ABOVE the elbow.

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Calderdale's anti-school-cuts group send strong message to new Conservative government

A campaign group against cuts to education in Calderdale have sent a strong message to the newly-elected Conservative government.

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These 13 Calderdale Primary Schools topped 2019 league table

Calderdale pupils have shown they are top of class in the latest primary school league tables.

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Find out how your child's school performed in latest league tables

Calderdale has ranked as the top performing borough in West Yorkshire as the latest primary school league tables are released.

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Top music acts revealed for Richard Halwet's Piece Hall gig

The line-up of artists who will be joining Richard Hawley’s Northern Summer Exclusive Show at The Piece Hall have been revealed.

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Broken down car causing nine miles of queues on M62 - live updates

There are long delays to journey times

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This country pub has re-opened with an impressive new look

Classic country pub has just had a major refurbishment

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Thelma Walker says she is 'feeling sad for my constituents' after being ousted as Colne Valley MP

Outgoing MP praised by supporters for her hard work and campaigning

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Stage is set for donkeys' debut at Brighouse nativity

Two cast members with a difference will be taking to the stage this week when Brighouse Central Methodist Church hosts its traditional nativity service.

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Car exploded on West Yorkshire high street when driver lit cigarette after using air freshener can

A car exploded in West Yorkshire when a driver lit a cigarette - after using an air freshener can.

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Arson-hit car in Cowlersley damages parked car beside it leaving owner paying hefty price

See the dramatic pictures capturing the aftermath of the blaze which has left a resident facing a huge car repair bill days before Christmas

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Welcome to Shat - the village that made a science fiction superstar is no longer sleepy

Talking Timelords and commuters in a village Doctor Who made famous, sort of

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'Dirty scoundrel' stole 84-year-old's stone path - then this happened just hours later

Praise for generous landscape company boss who came to rescue

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Hundreds of voices to join together for the Christmas Eve Big Sing at The Piece Hall

This Christmas Eve The Piece Hall Trust has partnered with The Children’s Society and Halifax Minster to present a day packed with festive goodwill and seasonal sparkle.

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Hare and Hounds

Hare and Hounds

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Police investigating report of serious sexual assault in West Yorkshire

A woman was allegedly attacked in the early hours of the morning

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Pervert convicted of sexually abusing girl, 7, who he had abducted outside park

Gavin Sykes told police he was only giving the child a ride in his sports car

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Calderdale farmers ‘suffering in silence’ as burden of fly-tipping increases

RURAL CAMPAIGNERS and legal experts have warned of the escalating problems that fly-tipping is placing on the farming community with grave financial and emotional costs.

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'Calderdale’s giving never ceases to amaze us' - Rotary's Shoebox Appeal

On behalf of the Rotary Clubs of Calderdale, Bryan Harkness thanks the people of Calderdale for their support as this year's annual Shoebox Appeal draws to a close.

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Castle Hill's Victoria Tower has a VIP visitor today - here's what you can expect to see

Monument has been decorated for the festive visitor

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Santa at Castle Hill

Santa at Castle Hill

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Hospital introduces knitted traffic light hats for new babies to show care level needed in first 24 hours

Midwives at Calderdale Royal Hospital have been inundated with donations from kind-hearted knitters after they re-launched a scheme to visually label newborns according to how healthy they are

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Kind police officers donate festive treats to Huddersfield food banks

Instead of buying each other gifts officers bought essentials and goodies for homeless and people in need

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Huddersfield and Kirklees' most wanted - do you recognise these faces?

West Yorkshire Police needs your help to identify these people

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Calderdale campaign launched to help the vulnerable and party goers during Christmas

A new Calderdale campaign offering advice to vulnerable people and party goers to “Keep calm at Christmas”, has been launched.

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Latest Calderdale planning applications - what's being built where you live?

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

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Objections over Halifax apartment plan submitted for former chapel

A planning application will come before councillors next week because it has been submitted by a councillor.

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Met Office weather warning for ice in place across West Yorkshire

People are warned to expect icy patches

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M62 cameras capture snow fall as drivers told to 'take extra care'

Highways England is reminding motorists to take extra care in the conditions

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Snow on M62

Snow on M62

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Emergency services in Halifax town centre following reports of a 'car explosion'

A street in Halifax town centre was cordoned off on Saturday after reports of an explosion in a vehicle.

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Coroner opens inquest into death of man found in wooded area at Quarmby

Daniel Greenhalgh's death was described as "very tragic"

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Car 'explosion' sees police close busy Halifax road

Members of the public said they saw the vehicle 'explode' in the street - breaking a pub window

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Hire car wrecked after driver loses control in first sleet of the winter

Drivers urged to slow down in wintry weather

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Refuse business wants to use green belt land for processing waste

Kemp Waste Management Ltd has applied to do the work in Wainstalls, Halifax

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Students get unique opportunity to go inside the Northgate House development as part of special training day

Young people in Calderdale have been finding out more about the opportunities available within the construction industry at a special training day at Northgate House in Halifax.

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Boy, 17, suffers serious knife wounds to his head after being chased and attacked in the street

Injured teenager taken to hospital after Dewsbury attack

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HBOS Reading victims are still suffering real hardship, says SME Alliance

LLOYDS Banking Group must offer immediate compensation to all  customers caught up in the colossal scam at a HBOS branch in Reading, according to a small business pressure group

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Urgent appeal to trace missing former mountain rescue volunteer Graham Lockwood

Missing man may have travelled to Scotland

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'Not My Prime Minister' anti-Boris Johnson protest in Leeds city centre - latest updates

The Prime Minister has been labelled a 'racist, bigot and homophobe'

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Teen killer acquitted of murdering grandmother in Huddersfield house fire

Homeless Tyler Flanagan was on the hunt for houses to burgle when he set the fatal fire that killed Julia Flynn

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Emmerdale star Sheila Mercier who played Annie Sugden dies aged 100

Star of the long-running soap was in the very first episode in 1972

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M1 southbound near Huddersfield closed due to three-vehicle collision - latest updates

Emergency services are at the scene

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Proposals for Calderdale green belt to be refereed to Secretary of State

A proposal to regrade some farm land in the green belt to allow it to be used with an existing waste management business will ultimately have to be referred to the Secretary of State for Development, Communities and Local Government for final determination.

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Charity boxes and booze stolen in early-morning raid at liberal club

Break-in is latest incident to hit Almondbury village

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Wanted man caused fracas at grandfather's funeral after being accused of strangling cat

Travis Neagle had to be restrained and threatened to throw bricks at funeralgoers

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Here's who has been up at Magistrates Court from Calderdale

These Calderdale cases were heard before Bradford Magistrates Court:

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Labour retain Dewsbury East council seat in Kirklees Council by-election

Eric Firth is back on the council seven months after losing to an independent

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Tory double as Conservatives take back Colne Valley council seat

Donna Bellamy is back on Kirklees Council

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Holly Lynch holds on to her Halifax seat - and says Labour needs to search their souls

She beat her nearest rival Tory Kashif Ali by more 2,500 votes

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BREAKING: Halifax and Calder Valley 2019 General Election roundup

Labour's Holly Lynch and Conservative's Craig Whittaker were victorious.

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Labour lose nine seats to the Conservatives across Yorkshire as Boris Johnson sweeps to majority

Labour suffered a series of defeats to the Conservatives in its Yorkshire heartlands today as Boris Johnson's gamble on a snap General Election paid off with a Commons majority.

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Jason McCartney takes back Colne Valley from Thelma Walker

Conservative MP of seven years snatches back seat he lost to Labour two years ago

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Conservatives take the Dewsbury constituency

Paula Sherriff toppled by Mark Eastwood in first Tory gain in Kirklees

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Batley and Spen stays red as Tracy Brabin romps home

Labour hold the North Kirklees seat despite a strong independent candidate and Tory surge

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BREAKING: Halifax and Calder Valley results

Labour's Holly Lynch took the Halifax seat and Conservative's Craig Whittaker took Calder Valley.

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BREAKING: Halifax and Calder Valley results

Labour's Holly Lynch took the Halifax seat and Conservative's Craig Whittaker took Calder Valley.

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Barry Sheerman holds Huddersfield for the tenth time

There were murmurs that the Labour man was under threat but he won easily, yet again

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What are the Bradford West General Election 2019 results in full?

Who has been elected constituency MP and how people voted in the Bradford West constituency

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What are the Wakefield General Election 2019 results in full?

Who has been elected constituency MP and how people voted in the Wakefield constituency

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What are the Leeds North West General Election 2019 results in full?

Who has been elected constituency MP and how people voted in the Leeds North West  constituency

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What are the Leeds Central General Election 2019 results in full?

Who has been elected constituency MP and how people voted in the Leeds Central constituency

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What are the Leeds East General Election 2019 results in full?

Who has been elected constituency MP and how people voted in the Leeds East constituency

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Barry Sheerman says election has been a disaster for Labour

The Huddersfield politician says the party must lick it's wounds, put things right and says some will want personnel change

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BREAKING: Liberal Party candidate says campaign is "a step in the right direction for people wanting real liberalism"

This is Richard Phillips' first political campaign.

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BREAKING: Brexit Party's Sarah Wood uncertain about Halifax result

Exit polls predicted no seats for the Brexit Party.

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BREAKING: Green Party's Bella Jessop disappointed with Exit Poll

The Halifax candidate said "we didn't want a Tory majority."

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BREAKING: High voter turnout for Calder Valley

73.25% voter turnout in Calder Valley and 64.82% in Halifax.

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General Election 2019 in Kirklees

General Election 2019 in Kirklees

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What exit poll says for Huddersfield, Colne Valley, Dewsbury and Batley and Spen seats

The exit poll has said there will be a huge Conservative victory - this is what it says locally

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Is this Huddersfield polling station the worst in the UK?

This Huddersfield polling station has its own lean-to portable loo

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Hourly Huddersfield election day weather forecast from now until the polls close

If you haven't been out to vote yet you better take your brolly

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Skelmanthorpe – the village that made a science fiction superstar

Skelmanthorpe – the village that made a science fiction superstar

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Huddersfield hounds join in the Dogs at Polling Station hashtag fun

It trends on Twitter every election and this year Huddersfield pooches have been doing their bit!

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This incredible man spent the last 20 Christmas Days alone - his story left BBC Breakfast viewers in tears

Lonely Terrence usually just has a sandwich on Christmas Day as he has spent it alone since the death of his mum

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See inside Grand Central’s stylish Adelante trains as £9m refurbishment programme completes

Passengers on the Calder Valley line will soon benefit from increased comfort and style on Grand Central trains as the refurbishment of the operator’s Adelante trains is now complete.

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Which UK voters leave it to the last minute to get to the polling station?

You can still vote after 10pm - but only if you're already queueing!

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Photos of man released in connection with train sexual assault

Report of female indecently assaulted after man and friends sat next to her at table

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Live updates as Huddersfield heads to the polls for General Election 2019

The next MPs for Huddersfield, Dewsbury. the Colne Valley and Batley and Spen will be selected

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Watch the singing Calderdale firefighter spread some Christmas cheer with a twist on a festive classic

A Calderdale firefighter is showing off his impressive vocal talents with a twist on a classic Christmas song – to try and keep the public safe this festive season.

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Live updates as Huddersfield heads to the polls for General Election 2019

The next MPs for Huddersfield, Dewsbury. the Colne Valley and Batley and Spen will be selected

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Huddersfield polling stations open

Huddersfield polling stations open

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Kirklees Council is taking allotment holders to the Royal Courts of Justice

The allotment holders won the fight to save their land - but Kirklees appealed to the government

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Live updates as Huddersfield heads to the polls for General Election 2019

The next MPs for Huddersfield, Dewsbury. the Colne Valley and Batley and Spen will be selected

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A round-up of festive services in the Calder Valley

There are plenty of festive events taking place up and down the valley as Churches Together in Hebden Royd prepare for Christmas.

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General Election 2019: Rundown on the candidates for the Calder Valley

Economic growth, improved transport links, climate change, and Brexit are the main talking points for candidates up and down the country, and topics for debate in the Calder Valley constituency mirror those nationally.

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Audi driver clocked at 115mph on M62 during extreme weather

Motorist caught on exposed Pennine stretch during high winds and rain

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General Election 2019: Rundown on the candidates for Halifax

Economic growth, improved transport links, climate change, and Brexit are the main talking points for candidates up and down the country, and topics for debate in the Halifax constituency mirror those nationally.

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Delays on M62 towards Huddersfield after cars crash into barrier - live updates

Traffic has built up die to the lane closure

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Woolshops will be staying open later for Halifax shoppers on these days over Christmas

As Christmas day creeps closer, some shops in Halifax town centre will be staying open later to allow festive shoppers more time to buy more presents for loved ones.

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Huge 'skyscraper' care home plan is back after over 100 objections

The 66-bed facility has been earmarked for land on Hipperholme Grammar Junior School in Calderdale

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This is what £100,000 can get you in these Calderdale postcodes

If you’re looking to buy a home in Calderdale, but have a specific budget in mind, then there are plenty of options to choose from.

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Troubled care home for the elderly fails SIXTH consecutive inspection

Damning report into Lyndhurst Residential Home in Dewsbury after it is dubbed 'Inadequate' yet again

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M1 Live: Huge tailbacks and delays after crash involving '7 vehicles'

Updates on M1, M62 and M621 as crash causes long tailback and delays

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Don't build a car park on our green lung say town centre campaigners

Memorial to Joseph Kaye could be moved to enable car park to be built at St Peter's Church

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Unite the Union call for 'swift police action' after Halifax and Elland buses attacked

Several First bus drivers escaped unharmed after bricks were used as weapons in a string of attacks across Calderdale.

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Crossleys Cars offering free meal for homeless this festive season

The local taxi firm "wants to give back to the community".

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