Bradford & District | Archive | 2003 | November


Stories for 27 November 2003

Bradford,Bingley,Shipley,Spen Valley Business

Brighter outlook for business, says Hall

Yorkshire Forward chairman Sir Graham Hall today warned firms face further problems with recruitment in the next 12 months, despite upbeat news about business confidence.  more...

Bradford,Bingley,Shipley,Spen Valley News

Letters to the Editor

Potholes that are a safety hazard  more...

We'll be back vow stores

Shopping giant BHS is expected to move out of the city centre for up to three years while the £200 million Broadway shopping scheme is built.  more...

I was driven to write for my son

A lorry driver whose son nearly died in an horrific car accident has turned author to raise money for the hospital which nursed him back to health.  more...

Education courses for adults criticised

The adult education courses overseen by Bradford Council are inadequate, a watchdog has ruled.  more...

Crimebusters `put their lives on line'

Two Bradford postmen have been hailed for foiling a raid on a post office on their way to work.  more...

Exploding the myth that science is dull

Who says maths and science have to be boring?  more...

Snooker ace, 34, loses fight for life

A 34-year-old Bradford snooker ace has lost his battle against lung cancer just weeks after he was forced to postpone his wedding.  more...

School buses plan to be welcomed

New measures aimed at slashing school-run-related traffic jams have been welcomed in Bradford.  more...

Fears at Harvey's plan for business

Campaigners are fighting to stop former top showjumper Harvey Smith from building a small industrial estate in a "rural corner" of Bingley.  more...

Park hits the spot on a heritage trail

A restored historic park in Bradford has been named a top heritage hit by residents - especially among the Asian community.  more...

Supporters step up jail battle

Supporters of a Bradford pensioner, who is one of the oldest prisoners in the country, staged a protest outside the jail where he is being held.  more...

Making a meal of it

Schools meals in Bradford have been praised for using the best of local produce on their menus.  more...

On This Day

In 1893, New Zealand saw the first women ever to cast their vote.  more...

Shoppers' duty to stay loyal

It's a great shame that British Homes Stores is to leave Bradford for three years when its premises are flattened as part of the Broadway redevelopment. This is a major store which has been well patronised by Bradfordians for many years. Its presence will be missed.  more...

Bradford,Bingley,Shipley,Spen Valley Sport

Thank you for ending my nightmare

Toa Kohe-Love is overjoyed that his Hull nightmare is finally over.  more...

More injury woe for Cadamarteri

Danny Cadamarteri needed six stitches in an eye wound as his injury jinx struck again in front of new City boss Bryan Robson.  more...

Forrest drops big hint to new boss

Danny Forrest thrust a strong case for first-team selection under Bryan Robson's nose in Birkenhead last night.  more...

Farrell pays price for bravery

Wigan and Great Britain captain Andrew Farrell will miss next season's first-round Grand Final re-match against the Bulls.   more...

Top award for cricket stalwart

Geoff Hanson, cricket secretary at Bowling Old Lane, has been awarded the prestigious Sir Leonard Hutton Trophy by the Bradford League.  more...

Ilkley,Otley News

Battle royal likely over Middleton housing bid

A DATE has been set for a battle royal between objectors and developers who want to build a luxury village on the site of the former Middleton Isolation Hospital.  more...

Wheatley pub protesters get second chance as objections roll in

OPPONENTS of a plan to turn Ben Rhydding's last pub into a housing development have been granted a second bite of the cherry.  more...

Drivers fume as treacherous moor road is left ungritted

IT may have been the coldest day of the year so far but motorists were once again left fuming by treacherous ice on roads which should have been gritted.  more...

Young `Corrie' star opens art exhibition

THE latest exhibition in the British Watercolour Society series at the King's Hall/Winter Garden complex in Station Road, Ilkley, was opened by TV star Richard Fleeshman.  more...

TV gardener returns to his roots to light up town

ILKLEY'S favourite son returned to his home town on Saturday to the acclaim of hundreds of locals as he switched on this year's Christmas lights.  more...

Couple caught up in flat dilemma

A couple's dream of buying their own home could be left in tatters because of a dispute about who will foot the bill for major repairs.  more...

Residents' views on hospital revealed

ILKLEY people's views on the future of the popular Coronation Hospital have been unveiled by health chiefs.  more...

It's all a cakewalk as the dough comes rolling in

Some dressed as French maids, some turned out as big fluffy animals, but they all helped raise thousands of pounds for Children in Need.  more...

We're on top of the world

THE Tension was almost too much to bear. With just 20 seconds left in extra-time at the World Cup final, thousands of rugby union fans across Wharfedale were fearing the worst.  more...

The cricketing ace whose bravery is set to bowl you over!

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Life on remote island takes its toll on Menston couple

A dream new existence for a couple who were chosen by islanders two years ago to boost the tiny population of a remote Scottish outcrop seems to have ended.   more...

Youngsters are centre of attention as Burley's Roundhouse is re-opened

A class of excited five-year-olds were guests of honour at the re-opening of the Roundhouse in Burley-in-Wharfe-dale.  more...

No surprise

The first time this winter the main roads have needed gritting in Ilkley, the job wasn't done properly. The real tragedy is that no-one in the town was very surprised.  more...

Ilkley,Otley Sport

Otley is so proud of its World Cup winner

AS the whole nation celebrated an historic moment on Saturday morning the little town of Otley had more to celebrate than most.  more...

A six goal romp as Ilkley are back

Catterick 1 Ilkley AFC 6   more...

Burley Trojans' cup hopes are dashed in a five goal thriller

Burley Trojans 2 ,Thirsk Falcons 3  more...

Reserves lose out to Kirkby

Ilkley Reserves 0, Kirkby Malzeard 3  more...

Addingham net five to progress in League Cup

Addingham 5 , Bedale Town 1  more...

Sheffield Tigers triumph over Ilkley at the death

Sheffield Tigers 20, Ilkley 14  more...

Ilkley thirds extend their unbeaten run

Skipton A 17, Ilkley B 27  more...

Ilkley Harriers feature well in the Sports Direct Cross-Country race

TWENTYTHREE Ilkley Harriers enjoyed the first race in the Sport Direct Cross-Country League, on a sharp, sunny day, round a 4.5 mile course that had something for everyone.  more...

Ben Rhydding maintain their form with away win

St Albans Ladies 0  more...

Lampkin and Jarvis all set to shake Spaniards out of their designer boots

The battle commences in Italy on Saturday night when Dougie Lampkin and Graham Jarvis hit Monza intent on shaking the Spaniards right out of the designer riding boots.   more...

Otley,Ilkley News

Rail facts are needed

THE return of the railway to Otley would undeniably be a good thing. Few people would argue against it and most would surely welcome it with open arms.   more...

Letters to the Editor

Our bridge - how wheels of history turn  more...

Jimmy fixes it for the `best town in world'

SIR Jimmy Savile dropped in on Otley to turn on its Christmas lights - and declared the town the best spot in the world.  more...

`Phenomenal' arson crackdown is hailed

POLICE and council officers have hailed the `phenomenal' progress being made in tackling Otley's arson problem.  more...

Fresh impetus for councils

COMMUNITIES across Aireborough look set to push ahead with the formation of their own parish councils - spurred on by new ward boundaries.  more...

Experts ready to look at Otley's rail connections

TRANSPORT experts have been called in to look at re-connecting Otley to the rail network.  more...

Memories for Minister as he visits his old schools

SCHOOLS Minister David Miliband took time out from a busy political schedule to visit his old stomping grounds last week.  more...

Star's support for author aiming for Hollywood

A WHARFEDALE author is hoping for Hollywood success - after getting his screenplay on the website of a famous actor.  more...

Fear of crime stops Yeadon people from using the Tarn

A LARGE number of Yeadon residents have revealed they would not visit the town's tarn because of a fear of crime.  more...

Council is accused in `traffic chaos' row

MP Paul Truswell has accused Leeds City Council of unleashing `traffic chaos' on 200 Horsforth families this week.  more...

Life on remote island takes its toll on Menston couple

A dream new existence for a couple who were chosen by islanders two years ago to boost the tiny population of a remote Scottish outcrop seems to have ended.   more...

Youngsters are centre of attention as Burley's Roundhouse is re-opened

A class of excited five-year-olds were guests of honour at the re-opening of the Roundhouse in Burley-in-Wharfe-dale.  more...

Pupils coin it in as the region rallies round for TV appeal

FUN-loving children and grown ups went all out to help raise thousands of pounds for Children in Need.  more...

We're on top of the world

THE Tension was almost too much to bear. With just 20 seconds left in extra-time at the World Cup final, thousands of rugby union fans across Wharfedale were fearing the worst.  more...

Top class act that has held centre stage for 80 years

FOR 80 years members of Guiseley Amateur Operatic Society have forged an extended family that has braved both good and bad times together.  more...

Otley,Ilkley Sport

Otley is so proud of its World Cup winner

AS the whole nation celebrated an historic moment on Saturday morning the little town of Otley had more to celebrate than most.  more...

Orrell run away with the spoils after a thriller

Otley 16, Orrell 29  more...

Parke set to return for FA Trophy

GUISELEY hope to have striker Simon Parke back in their squad for the FA Trophy game at Rossendale on Saturday (3 pm).  more...

Joe's lingo skills save the day at seminar

SOCCER coach Joe Napoli used his skills in the Italian language to get the West Riding FA Coaches Association out of a fix.  more...

Burley Trojans' cup hopes are dashed in a five goal thriller

Burley Trojans 2, Thirsk Falcons 3  more...

Manager unimpressed with Guiseley's display

Guiseley 1, Colwyn Bay 2  more...

Otley Town rocked by first-half Tyersal blitz

Otley Town 0, Tyersal 3  more...

Scoreline fails to reflect Pool form

Rothwell Town 2 , Pool AFC 2  more...

Otley is so proud of its World Cup winner

AS the whole nation celebrated an historic moment on Saturday morning the little town of Otley had more to celebrate than most.  more...

Battling Otliensians triumph in tense game

Otliensians Firsts 4, Wakefield W Firsts 2  more...

Ben Rhydding maintain their form with away win

St Albans Ladies 0, Ben Rhydding Ladies 1  more...

Lampkin and Jarvis all set to shake Spaniards out of their designer boots

The battle commences in Italy on Saturday night when Dougie Lampkin and Graham Jarvis hit Monza intent on shaking the Spaniards right out of the designer riding boots.   more...

Cope and Helm at Otley CC dinner

Ninety members and guests of Otley Cricket Club attended the club's annual dinner held at Otley Golf Club.   more...

Shipley,Bradford,Bingley,Spen Valley News

Fears over 'a lack of policing'

Crime in Shipley could escalate out of all control unless the town gets back adequate policing, a councillor has warned.  more...

Skipton,The Dales News

From the archives of the Craven Herald

100 Years Ago  more...

Auction mart says sorry for traffic chaos

SIR - Craven Cattle Marts would like to apologise unreservedly to local residents who were inconvenienced by overflow on-street parking that resulted on the opening day of the National Tractor Show, staged for the first time at Skipton Auction Mart over last weekend by Tractor & Machinery Magazine.  more...

Village is up in arms at new houses plan

SCORES of Embsay residents will have to wait until a further meeting is arranged to have their say on development plans for the old tannery site.  more...

Last gasp reprieve for hospital unit

HEALTH bosses decided to keep Skipton's Physical Rehabilitation Unit open - on the day it was due to be closed temporarily.   more...

Skipton firm is quick off the mark

THE rugby world cup final between England and Australia was more than just a game to one Skipton businessman.  more...

Councillor committed to crown court

Former Craven district councillor John Pilkington has been committed to Leeds Crown Court on January 2 charged with 12 child pornography offences. Pilkington, 61, of Springfield, High Bentham, appeared before Skipton magistrates on Wednesday. He faces two charges of possessing indecent photographs of children and 10 of making indecent photographs of children, between July 1998 and November 13 2002.  more...

Dales car park charges rise

YORKSHIRE Dales National Park visitors will have to pay a further 50p for a two-hour stay and a further £1 for a full day in its car parks.  more...

Blue Peter sends Bolton Abbey boy to Lapland

WHILE other youngsters are busy penning their letters to Father Christmas, Cameron Braithwaite can take his wish list to the man himself!  more...

Traffic chaos for tractor show

SKIPTON Auction Mart attracted its largest-ever attendance since moving to its current site in 1990 when it hosted for the first time the annual two-day National Tractor Show on Saturday and Sunday.  more...

Germans take a shine to our phone box

AN old fashioned red telephone box could be on its way to Skipton's twin town in Germany courtesy of the town council.   more...

Council launches doorstep selling crackdown

A CAMPAIGN to cut down on doorstep selling and doorstep crime has been launched by North Yorkshire County Council.  more...

Dales farmers make Europe see sense

SHEEP farmers in Craven played a key role in persuading the European Parliament to ditch proposals to tag sheep with fourteen digits in both ears.   more...

Village's new seats are driver-proof

THE first of two octagonal seats have been made and fixed into place around one of the trees in Grassington Square thanks to the efforts of local craftsmen.  more...

Hard work is paying off

A GROUP planning to provide Kettlewell with a new playground has urged people to support its events as it approaches its goal.  more...

Dental crisis looms in North Craven

SETTLE dentist Tim Bentley is closing his NHS practice after around 20 years in the town.  more...

Chamber calls for independent lorry study

SETTLE Chamber of Trade chairman Tony Price has repeated his call for an independent examination of Settle's traffic problems.  more...

Vandals threaten to cancel Barlick's Christmas

THE FIGHT is on to save Barnoldswick's Christmas tree after council chiefs threatened to pull it down following a spate of vandalism.  more...

Houses will replace supermarket

Earby Parish Council has given its backing in principle to plans to build a housing estate on the town's empty supermarket site.  more...

New growth will replace historic landmark

A 15-YEAR-OLD lime tree has been planted at Thornton-in-Craven to replace the ancient Lough Tree which was felled earlier this month.  more...

School cook knows her sausages

WITCHES' broomsticks don't normally conjure up images of sausages, but that was the name of the recipe which earned a Glusburn Primary School caterer second prize in a national competition run by the British Meat and Livestock Commission.  more...

Visitors flock to private street's Christmas lights display

THE famous Aldersley Avenue Christmas Lights have been switched on.  more...

Embsay protests may be in vain

EMBSAY residents seem overwhelmingly opposed to the construction of 72 homes on the village's old tannery site. Or at least, no-one was brave enough to voice a word in favour of the plans at a packed public meeting this week. But despite the views of the local residents, the wise betting money is on this site ultimately being used for housing.  more...

  
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