Mar
2011
Articles from 29th Mar 2011
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Huddersfield's Interactive Driving Systems on the right road
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A COMPANY in Huddersfield is helping organisations across the world improve the safety records of their drivers. Read
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Grant Thornton hail success of Investing in Health programme
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A PROGRAMME to stimulate investment in healthcare technologies in Yorkshire has helped generate more than £5m of private equity deals. Read
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Involve Yorkshire and Humber helps firms connect with charities
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
KIRKLEES firms seeking to do business with charities and voluntary bodies can now take advantage of a new service. Read
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WSI Yorkshire urges firms to get online
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
KIRKLEES firms should help boost the local “e-conomy” by embracing Internet marketing strategies and getting online. Read
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SHARP Agency teams up with Gola
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
SPORTS brand Gola has appointed an agency in Huddersfield to design its advertising campaign for 2011. Read
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Barclays launches Take One Small Step contest
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
BUSINESSES with bright ideas could be set for a share of £450,000 in a competition run by banking giant Barclays. Read
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Business profile: Juice Learning's Matt Cleve
Mar 29 2011 | Business Profiles
A BUSINESSMAN with a background in theatre is helping to put a Huddersfield company at the top of the bill. Read
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HSBC’s Jill Hague on Business Thinking competition
Mar 29 2011 | Business Columnists
IN a change to my normal article, I thought I would share with you an exciting opportunity that I think many local businesses could be part of. Read
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Jones Lang LaSalle says bank lending still limited
Mar 29 2011 | Commercial Property
BANK lending to the property sector is still limited, says a report. Read
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Paragon reports rise in rental income
Mar 29 2011 | Commercial Property
ALMOST a third of landlords have increased rents during the first quarter of the year, according to research from buy-to-let mortgage specialist Paragon. Read
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Huddersfield University students boxing clever
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
FOUR students at Huddersfield University were thinking inside the box – when they were asked to produce a launch campaign for the opening of a new hotel. Read
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Chadwick Lawrence's Neil Wilson reviews measures to cut red tape
Mar 29 2011 | Business Columnists
THE Government has announced it plans to ease the regulatory burden on small businesses by reviewing the staggering 22,000 regulations which affect them – while also committing to remove two specific rights due to come into force imminently. Read
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Fusion IT announces new appointment
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A COMPANY providing IT support and advice has announced a new appointment. Read
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Perrys dealerships gain customer care awards
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
TWO Huddersfield car dealerships are the latest to join an elite band of motor traders to be recognised for outstanding customer care. Read
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Wright Angle Marketing makes three appointments
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
THREE new appointments have been made by an award-winning creative marketing agency. Read
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RICS team sets off for Peru trek
Mar 29 2011 | Commercial Property
CHARTERED surveyors with a head for heights are hoping to raise thousands for charity by going on a challenging trek to Peru’s city in the sky, Machu Picchu. Read
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Sheards Financial Services makes new appointment
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
SHEARDS Financial Services Ltd has expanded its team with the recruitment of Helen James as a paraplanner. Read
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Alexandra House is latest business winner
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A SPA described as a “slice of heaven” has been named Business of the Month in a competition run by Huddersfield law firm Eaton Smith Solicitors. Read
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Ploughcroft appoints sales manager
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
SOLAR installation specialist and training provider Ploughcroft has appointed John Sullivan as sales manager for its solar division. Read
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NHBC reports rise in house registrations
Mar 29 2011 | Commercial Property
HOUSEBUILDERS across the UK have reported a rise in the number of homes being registered. Read
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CB Richard Ellis says Leeds City region is well-placed for future
Mar 29 2011 | Commercial Property
KIRKLEES is well-placed to benefit from any upturn in the economy – as part of the Leeds City Region, it is claimed. Read
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Knight Frank appoints new partner
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
PROPERTY consultancy Knight Frank has appointed Elizabeth Ridler as a partner in its Yorkshire office agency team. Read
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Jephson Housing Association praised by industry watchdog
Mar 29 2011 | Commercial Property
A HOUSING association with operations in Elland has been praised in an independent report. Read
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More than just one night on the tiles for Huddersfield University students in design project
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BRIGHOUSE tiles manufacturer is nurturing the next generation of home-grown designers. Read
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Marsden moorland fire put out
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
FIREFIGHTERS tackled a blaze on the moors above Marsden. Read
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Sheepridge centre makeover gets underway
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
WORK to improve the centre of Sheepridge has started. Read
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Motorsport: Sykes looks to build on Donington showing
Mar 29 2011 | Motorsport News
TOM SYKES was left wondering what might have been after his World Superbike home round went from the sublime to the ridiculous at Donington Park. Read
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Amateur RU: Huddersfield salvage late point against Westoe
Mar 29 2011 | Rugby Union News
Westoe 20 Read
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Upperthong’s Juniors worth boasting about
Mar 29 2011 | Cricket News
FROM humble beginnings seven years ago, Upperthong cricket club are now the envy of many clubs due to their massive junior contingent. Read
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Amateur RU: YMCA's victory is hard won
Mar 29 2011 | Rugby Union News
NOT for the first time this season YMCA pulled the rabbit out of the hat to achieve a narrow 17-15 victory over a spirited Roundhegians outfit In Yorkshire II. Read
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Martial Arts: Kane Academy students in Huddersfield attend seminar by Ken Shamrock
Mar 29 2011 | Other Sports
STUDENTS of Huddersfield’s Kane Academy enjoyed a fantastic seminar with martial arts expert Ken Shamrock. Read
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Amateur Football: Learner Driver Training Centre Sunday League Results
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
LEARNER DRIVER TRAINING CENTRE SUNDAY LEAGUE Read
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Amateur Football: Works League Tables
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
DIVISION I Read
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Amateur Football: Ryan double earns County Amateur side home clash
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
KIRKBURTON’S Keiran Ryan scored both goals as the West Riding County Amateur League representative side beat the Birmingham Amateur Football Association 2-0 in the preliminary round of the FA National League System Cup. Read
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Amateur Football: West Riding County Amateur League Tables
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
PREMIER DIVISION Read
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Leroy Cudjoe hoping to rediscover his top Huddersfield Giants form
Mar 29 2011 | Huddersfield Giants News
LEROY CUDJOE is hoping to put a disappointing start to the Super League season behind him and rediscover his top form as quickly as possible. Read
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Amateur Football: Fell Promotions Kirklees Sunday League Results
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
FELL PROMOTIONS KIRKLEES SUNDAY LEAGUE Read
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Amateur Football: District League Tables
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
DIVISION I Read
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Junior Football: RCD Junior league results
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
RCD JUNIOR LEAGUE Read
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Amateur Football: West Riding County Amateur League Results
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
WEST RIDING COUNTYAMATEUR LEAGUE Read
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Huddersfield Town loan defender Sean Morrison to face Sheffield United in private match today
Mar 29 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
LEE CLARK sends Sean Morrison into action in a private match against Sheffield United today saying: “We’ve got a talented centre-back on our hands.” Read
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It’s Huddersfield Irish Centre v Black Bull Shepley in Rollinson Cup final
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
KIRKLEES League side Black Bull Shepley are through to the final of the Learner Driver Training Centre Huddersfield Sunday League’s Rollinson Cup. Read
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Amateur Football: RCD Junior League Tables
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
RCD JUNIOR LEAGUE Read
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Amateur Football: Fell Promotions Kirklees Sunday League Tables
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
DIVISION I Read
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Brighouse hit the goal trail in cup
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
SKELMANTHORPE’S hopes of a cup final appearance had all but dissolved by half-time as they went down 8-1 in the Under 15 cup semi-final to Brighouse Town in a game which was defined by chances taken. Read
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Amateur Football: Works League Results
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
WORKS LEAGUE Read
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It's Our World: Cummins Turbo Technologies staff go green at work and at home
Mar 29 2011 | environment-news
EMPLOYEES are taking their company’s environmental message home with them. Read
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It's Our World: Lobby asks Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney to act on climate change
Mar 29 2011 | environment-news
CAMPAIGNERS will meet with Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney to persuade him to act on climate change. Read
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Leader:Cash blow for Huddersfield MDF BiPolar Organisation
Mar 29 2011 | Comment
AN organisation dedicated to helping people who suffer from manic depression is right to talk about its funding concerns. Read
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Denis: When cigarettes were part of wages
Mar 29 2011 | Denis Kilcommons
EVERYBODY used to smoke in the old days, before they realised the dangers. Read
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Denis: Waking up with Will Power ...
Mar 29 2011 | Denis Kilcommons
AH, the joys of ageing gracefully. They were all encapsulated in a note that Suzanne Martin, of Oakes, saw in Ilkley Community Centre. Read
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Denis: The end of the world is coming! Save the world, buy an umbrella
Mar 29 2011 | Denis Kilcommons
DO you want the good news or the bad news first? Read
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A sense of optimism in Sheepridge
Mar 29 2011 | Comment
AMID all the economic doom and gloom there is some optimism for the people of Sheepridge. Read
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67-year-old Ann Topping learns Chinese through Open University
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A GRANDMOTHER has proved you’re never too old to learn something new. Read
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New bandstand for Huddersfield's historic Beaumont Park
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
WORK on a new “old” bandstand for Beaumont Park in Huddersfield is progressing well. Read
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Galpharm Stadium hosts accountants’ dinner
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
MEMBERS of Huddersfield’s professional community were urged to do all they can to help the town’s businesses thrive. Read
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Drama project at Meltham Moor Primary
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
PRIMARY school children in Meltham are using drama to learn about science. Read
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Serving up cash for cancer charity
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
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Ramblers welcome in village
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
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Rambling in Denby Dale
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
RAMBLERS enjoyed a trek through the Huddersfield countryside. Read
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Funeral for tragic mum Marie Stewart held at Upperthong
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUNDREDS of mourners attended the funeral of a mother-of-two found dead at home. Read
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Register Office advice in Huddersfield from Superintendent Registrar Lesley Hewitson
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
When I registered my daughter’s birth, my partner was working away and couldn’t attend the Register Office with me.ŠOn the birth certificate there is just a line where the father’s details should be, what can I do to have his name added? Read
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Obituary: Margaret Smalley
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
ONE of the first women in the region to get involved with rugby league has died. Read
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Obituary: Skelmanthorpe district nurse Wendy Gale
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FORMER district nurse who developed multiple sclerosis has died. Read
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Obituary: Norman Stringer
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
HE was one of the most familiar faces in a village for decades. Read
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University International week a great success
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
INTERNATIONAL week at the University of Huddersfield has been a resounding success. Read
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Huddersfield Young Singers perform with Newsome High School and Sports College choir
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
YOUNG singers joined forces for a fundraising concert. Read
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Huddersfield MDF Bi-Polar Organisation loses funding
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
VULNERABLE members of a self-help group which saves lives and taxpayers’ money are having to dig into their own pockets to keep going. Read
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Kirklees Save Our Services to meet in Huddersfield
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
CAMPAIGNERS will meet in Huddersfield next month. Read
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Teenager Shandon Kinsella drove motorbike straight at Almondbury High School headteacher
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A TEENAGE off-road biker who drove at a school headteacher while showing off in front of pupils has been given a chance to prove he has turned his life around. Read
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Construction students visit new Kirklees College building
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
CONSTRUCTION students got the chance for some on-the-spot learning when they visited the site of the new Kirklees College. Read
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Calderdale Council “best performing” for helping vulnerable people – Kirklees rated as “better performing”
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
VULNERABLE people are getting better help in Calderdale than Kirklees. Read
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Readers call for council leader Mehboob Khan to step down, while others defend his actions over Freedom of Information
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
THERE were calls last night for leader of Kirklees Council Mehboob Khan to resign over his stance on Freedom of Information requests. Read
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Revealed: Cost-cutter Julie Alderson’s £4.8K expenses bill for her four-month stint at Kirklees
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE Examiner can today reveal the full bill for Julie Alderson’s four-month stint at Kirklees Council. Read
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Web Forum: March 29
Mar 29 2011 | Unsorted
STRIKING staff demonstrate at Huddersfield University and Kirklees College Read
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Paul Stevens: March 29
Mar 29 2011 | Paul Stevens
The White House was even whiter late last week. Read
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Examiner Mailbag
Mar 29 2011 | Reader Letters
MORE than half a million people, it now appears, marched in London on Saturday to show their defiance against proposed cuts in public services. Read
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Scrap metal thieves blamed for Mirfield house gas explosion
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A TERRIFYING gas blast in Mirfield was caused by scrap metal thieves, police have revealed. Read
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Teenager detained in Slaithwaite after spate of flashing incidents
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A TEENAGER has been arrested after a spate of ‘flashing’ incidents. Read
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Kirklees Council seeks £330,000 ‘performance bond’ payout from failed St George’s Square contractor
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
KIRKLEES Council is trying to claw back some of the money from the controversial £5m redevelopment of St George’s Square in Huddersfield. Read
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Teen, 16, caught with a knife in Brighouse bus station
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A YOUTH was found with a knife in a town centre bus station. Read
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Kirklees Council’s pothole repair spending slashed
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
SPENDING on pothole repairs is about to be slashed. Read
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Police say Greenhead Park is not a ‘no-go’ area after pitbull attack
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
POLICE have stepped up patrols around Greenhead Park after more robberies. Read
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Huddersfield teenager fined £80 after intervening in Rastrick arrest
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A TEENAGER from Huddersfield was arrested as he tried to intervene in an arrest. Read
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Young footballers’ kit tribute to tragic Cameron Martin
Mar 29 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
YOUNG soccer players are proudly playing on – in memory of a tragic team-mate. Read
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Huddersfield Town man on loan at York City eyes Kettering trip
Mar 29 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
AIDAN CHIPPENDALE, left, is hoping for a York City debut at Kettering on Saturday after missing out on the 1-0 home win over Blue Square Premier basement club Histon. Read
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Huddersfield Town Ladies seal semi-final appearance
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
TOWN Ladies are through to the semi-finals of the North-East Regional Women’s League Cup after a 7-0 home win over Wakefield Reserves. Read
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Lee Clark’s respect for Tranmere Rovers manager Les Parry
Mar 29 2011 | Football News
LES PARRY’S trans-Pennine trip to take in Town’s clash with Notts County came as no surprise to Lee Clark. Read
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Allies set to meet for Libya summit
Mar 29 2011 | National News
International allies are to gather in London to discuss the next steps for Libya after rebels made significant advances amid continued coalition air strikes on regime forces. Read
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Reclaim streets, says Newlove widow
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Baroness Newlove has called for members of the public to "reclaim their streets" in her first report as the Government's communities champion. Read
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Miliband joins Lib Dems on AV drive
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Changing the voting system will benefit Britain's "progressive majority", Ed Miliband will say as he campaigns alongside senior Liberal Democrats for a "yes" vote in the May 5 referendum. Read
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China marching ahead in science
Mar 29 2011 | National News
China is fast becoming a scientific superpower and now ranks second only to the US in its share of published research, a study has revealed. Read
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Fast-food wrappers top litter list
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Fast-food wrappers top the list of rubbish dropped in more than half the UK's cities and towns, a survey of the brands found littering the streets has shown. Read
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Harry arrives in Arctic for trek
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Prince Harry is due to arrive in the Arctic where he will join a group of wounded servicemen in training before taking part in the first five days of a trek to the North Pole. Read
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Bosses call for airports rethink
Mar 29 2011 | National News
A group of Britain's top business leaders has urged the Government to recognise the "economic benefits of flying" in its forthcoming aviation review. Read
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Plutonium found outside complex
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Highly toxic plutonium is seeping from the damaged nuclear power plant in Japan's tsunami disaster zone into the soil outside, officials said, heightening concerns about the expanding spread of radiation. Read
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Huddersfield Town boss on Tranmere clash: We can't step off the gas
Mar 29 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
LES PARRY’S trans-Pennine trip to take in Huddersfield Town’s clash with Notts County came as no surprise to Lee Clark. Read
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Students have the golden Touch with Premier Inn promotion
Mar 29 2011 | Kirklees Business News
FOUR students at Huddersfield University were thinking inside the box – when they were asked to produce a launch campaign for the opening of a new hotel. Read
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Ponting resigns as Aussie skipper
Mar 29 2011 | National Sport
Ricky Ponting resigned as Australia captain on Tuesday but vowed he would play on for the team. Read
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Obama defends US action in Libya
Mar 29 2011 | National News
US president Barack Obama has defended his country's military action in Libya and indicated that it would now move to a supporting role in the intervention. Read
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Wedding breakfast 'fit for royalty'
Mar 29 2011 | National News
The Queen's head chef has spoken of his pride at having the task of creating an unforgettable menu for Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding reception. Read
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Cuts and freeze hit road conditions
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Spending cutbacks and the harsh early-winter weather have led to a decline in road conditions, according to an RAC survey. Read
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Schoolgirl quizzed over baby body
Mar 29 2011 | National News
A 15-year-old Canadian girl has been questioned by police after the discovery of a baby's body in a London hotel. Read
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Pay deal averts post strike threat
Mar 29 2011 | Latest National Business News
THE threat of strikes by workers in large post offices was averted today when a deal was agreed on pay and the size of the network. Read
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Remortgaging levels at 26-month high in February
Mar 29 2011 | Latest National Business News
THE number of people remortgaging rose to a 26-month high during February as homeowners braced themselves for higher interest rates, figures revealed today. Read
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Tuesday morning market opening: Bank shares lose their shine
Mar 29 2011 | Latest National Business News
TRADING remained subdued on the London market today as bank shares lost their shine and amid investor caution. Read
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Mouchel rejects Interserve approach
Mar 29 2011 | Latest National Business News
TROUBLED outsourcer Mouchel today revealed it had rejected its latest takeover proposal and ended all talks with suitors as it posted a 73% plunge in half-year profits.The group, which provides consulting and business services for public sector clients, dashed hopes of a deal with rival Interserve after it said the group slashed its approach to £151 million after going through Mouchel’s books.Mouchel, which last month chose Interserve as preferred bidder over Maidenhead-based construction firm Costain, decided it was not in shareholders’ interests to continue discussions with either firm after consulting its biggest investors.Costain had also reduced its £175 million approach for Mouchel after carrying out due diligence, it emerged today.Mouchel said the advances had been an “unwelcome disruption” to the business as it struggles amid public sector belt-tightening.Half-year results today reveal the group saw underlying pre-tax profits slump to £4.1 million after revenues dived by 13% in the six months to January 31. Read
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Japan on 'maximum alert' over plant
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Japan is on "maximum alert" to bring its nuclear crisis under control, the prime minister has said. Read
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Thousands of police 'to be retired'
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Thousands of experienced police officers could be made to retire as forces implement Government cuts, Labour has warned. Read
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Huddersfield Examiner: See the front and back pages of our latest edition
Mar 29 2011 | Front and Back Pages
HERE are the front and back pages of tonight's Huddersfield Examiner. Read
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CPS may reconsider G20 death charge
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Prosecutors may review the decision not to charge police officers over the death of Ian Tomlinson at the G20 protests, an inquest has been told. Read
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Case 'never stronger' for reactors
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Despite the nuclear crisis in Japan, the case for a new generation of reactors in the UK has never been stronger, a former government chief scientist has said. Read
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Man remanded over mother's murder
Mar 29 2011 | National News
A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with murdering his elderly mother. Read
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Japan radioactivity found in UK
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Low levels of radioactive iodine believed to be from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant in Japan have been detected in the UK. Read
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PM in talks with Libyan opposition
Mar 29 2011 | National News
David Cameron is to hold talks with the Libyan opposition as more than 40 nations gather in London to discuss the country's future. Read
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Libyan rebel advance stalls again
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Libyan government forces have stopped a rebel assault on Muammar Gaddafi's home town of Sirte and driven back the rag-tag army of fighters. Read
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Widow weeps at G20 death footage
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Relatives of Ian Tomlinson have wept as dramatic new video footage of his death at the G20 protests was screened at his inquest. Read
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Sian police probe woman's identity
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Detectives investigating the murder of Sian O'Callaghan are still working to establish the identity of a set of human remains found at a second site. Read
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PM seeks 'new beginning' for Libya
Mar 29 2011 | National News
David Cameron has urged the international community to rally round to deliver a "new beginning" for the Libyan people. Read
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Two-year wait before CJD alert
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Health chiefs have admitted they waited two years to contact 38 patients who are at risk of contracting Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) after surgery. Read
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Property raids in bank fraud probe
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Police have raided five properties as part of an international fraud investigation into a failed Icelandic bank. Read
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Gaddafi regime 'has no legitimacy'
Mar 29 2011 | National News
Representatives of more than 40 nations and international institutions have agreed at the Libya Conference in London that Muammar Gaddafi and his regime have "completely lost legitimacy and will be held accountable for their actions". Read
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Family's tears at G20 death footage
Mar 29 2011 | Breaking News
Family members of Ian Tomlinson were left in tears after an inquest jury was shown harrowing new video of the newspaper seller dying at the G20 protests. Read
