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WH Smith pleased with sales performance

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:05:00 GMT

RETAIL chain WH Smith said today it continued to trade well, despite a 4% decline in like-for-like sales over the 21 weeks to last weekend.

Investors encouraged to back Instore move

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

POUNDSTRETCHER owner Instore is urging shareholders to back plans to leave the stock market.

Home improvements on the agenda for Kirklees householders

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:44:00 GMT

HOUSEHOLDERS in Kirklees are spending more on improving their homes, a survey claims.

Bank of England Governor hits out at banks failure to reform

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:27:00 GMT

BANK of England Governor Mervyn King launched an attack on the banking industry’s failure to reform despite "breathtaking" levels of taxpayer support.

Heywood Williams in administration but offer tabled from new group

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

A FIRM employing more than 1,000 staff ended up in the hands of the banks today after falling into administration.

Pub chain all set to limit expansion

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

PUBS chain Mitchells & Butlers today suspended dividend payments and said it would limit expansion as part of efforts to reduce borrowings.

A tree to top them all

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A FESTIVE landmark has returned to the Huddersfield skyline.

Big hitters in town to debate hot topic of global warming

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

HUDDERSFIELD is to host a major debate on the hot topic of climate change.

Saluting best in their business

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

THE best in business took centre stage last night.

Fans can interact in stadium full of mobiles

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

TOWN fans are set to get interactive with their favourite club.

THE firm in charge of Britain’s rail tracks and signals announced a 4% rise in half-year profits today.

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Network Rail made pre-tax profits of £780m in the six months to September 30 as it reported “continued progress”.

Kelda target for takeover

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A TAKEOVER bid worth almost £3bn has been launched for Yorkshire Water’s owner Kelda.

AN organisation at the hub of Huddersfield’s vibrant creative industries was recognised at last night’s awards.

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Media Centre, based at Northumberland Street, was unanimously chosen by judges as winner of the Regeneration Award, sponsored by Eddisons chartered surveyors – recognising its success in turning derelict buildings in the town centre into a home for start-ups and small firms in the creative, digital and media sector.

FANTASTIC Media was founded by managing director Andrew Hobson to provide a comprehensive service covering strategic marketing, advertising, public relations, website design and development, event management and public relations.

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

And it has quickly established itself as one of the region’s top 20 marketing agencies.

DAVID ARMITAGE, chairman of textile machinery manufacturer Sellers, received the award for Huddersfield Business Person of the Year in recognition of his personal achievements and lifelong dedication to the town.

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The presentation was made by Jeremy Garside, managing director of law firm and awards sponsor Chadwick Lawrence, who told guests: “David Armitage has business – and Huddersfield – in his blood.”

Morrisons continue revival

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

SUPERMARKET chain Morrisons offered more evidence of a revival today after it said its recent trading performance had been “encouraging”.

Agenda Creative

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

AGENDA Creative aims to be a design agency with a difference.

P2 Technologies

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

CHOOSING technology can be fraught with problems – which is where P2 Technologies comes in to help.

Fantastic Media

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FANTASTIC Media is making a name for itself in the world of sport.

Sponsors proud to play a part

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A LEADING law firm in Huddersfield is demonstrating its commitment to businesses in the town.