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M62 traffic warning
Very slow traffic due to accident, now on the hard shoulder on M62 Westbound between J22 A672 (Rishworth Moor) and J21 A640 (Milnrow).
Three men wanted on warrant
Police have released pictures of three Huddersfield men currently wanted on warrant of arrest.
Mark Smith, 36, Robert Roche, 21, and Ben France, 26, are wanted for separate offences.
Mark Smith is wanted on recall to prison. He was previously jailed for robbery. Smith is currently believed to be bearded.
Robert Roche is currently wanted after being linked with an offence of assault which took place on Wakefield Road in June.
And Ben France is being sought as he has been recalled to prison. He had previously been jailed for burglary.
DC Dave Allott of Kirklees CID, said: “Enquiries are ongoing to locate these men and we would appeal to anyone who has information about their whereabouts to get in touch.
“Even the smallest piece of information or possible sighting could be important and we would ask anyone who can assist to contact Kirklees CID on 101 or the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.
“Crimestoppers is independent of the police and reports can be made anonymously.”
M62
M62 Westbound entry slip road at junction 19 is closed due to broken down vehicle. Traffic is coping well.
Dream job alert!
Seabrook are looking for a professional crisp taster! A dream job for many, the lucky candidate will get to sample new flavours.
Oh, and get a year’s supply of crisps.
Leeds Pride
If you’re thinking if heading into Leeds over the weekend, their annual Pride festival is on.
Expect glitter, rainbow flags and plenty of joy. In times like these, we need to keep spreading that love.
There will be a vigil in Sovereign Place tomorrow at 5pm for those in the LGBT community who have been victims of hate crime.
The party kicks off at Mission nightclub tomorrow night, with a huge parade through the city centre on Sunday at 2pm.
Could you foster a dog?
Dogs Trust are looking for volunteers in Huddersfield.
The charity are appealing to dog lovers to help families with children fleeing domestic abuse, by volunteering to foster a family dog at risk.
The shelter are taking in dogs that children fleeing abuse have had to part with, and want volunteers to care for them while the children are in foster care.
Dogs Trust Freedom Project Manager, Clare Kivlehan said: “A dog can really enrich a child’s life and while it can be heart-breaking for children to be separated from their four-legged friend, the parents and children we help are able to leave an abusive situation, safe in the knowledge that their beloved pet will be well cared for until they are in a position to take them back.”
Hand Off HRI vigil
This is happening later down at the Infirmary. MP Jason McCartney will also be heading.
M1 sliproad traffic
Reports that the entry sliproad on the M1 at Lofthouse is partially blocked due to an accident at junction 42. This is on the northbound carriage so could have knock on effects for traffic in Wakefield.
Anti-fracking campaign tomorrow
Huddersfield Friends of the Earth will be hosting a pop-up cocktail bar tomorrow outside Barclays to highlight the risks of drinking water contamination from fracking.
The bank owns 97% of Third Energy – the company that recently gained planning permission for fracking in North Yorkshire.
Chayley Collis of Huddersfield Friends of the Earth said: “Water is essential to human life and we mess with it at our peril. We need to learn from the experiences of communities in the US and keep the UK frack free.
“Until Barclays cancel their fracking plans in North Yorkshire, Huddersfield FoE are supporting the Boycott Barclays campaign and calling on Barclays customers to move their money.”
The Fonz is in town
Did you know The Fonz has been in Dewsbury?! Happy days! (Sorry, we couldn’t resist!)
LA actor Henry Winkler has been filming CBBC show Hank Zipzer at the old Girl’s Grammar School and has been spotted in the Balti House in Tingley with Neil Fitzmaurice, who plays DJ Ray Von in Phoenix Nights.
Yep, we’re deadly serious.
Emley Show tomorrow...
Emley Show kicks off tomorrow. Here’s our guide on what there is to see and do at one of the biggest agricultural shows around.
Traffic on the Woodhead Pass
One lane has been closed due to broken down vehicle on the Woodhead Pass A628 Westbound between the Holmfirth turn off and A57 Woolley Lane. Heavy traffic is building up.
Send off for Steve
The Grove have reminded everyone they will be opening later today. Legendary barman Steve Johnson died last month and will be getting a fitting send off today.
Food Festival day two kicks off
Day two of the Food Festival has started, and like yesterday we’ll be continuing to live blog all the latest and everything you need to know.
Follow our live blog here for serious food envy.
Weather forecast
Here’s the weather forecast for today. We’re looking at a nice weekend with sunshine and pleasantly warm temperatures.
M62 poem - this is brilliant!
Here’s a Friday funny for you if you’ve been stuck in the M62 traffic this morning. Kevin Fitzpatrick wrote this poem on the motorway, and we think it’s brilliant. Have a read and see what you think!
“I’ve seen the hoards of roadwork signs
When I’m stuck in a queue
I’ve seen the miles of traffic cones
The yellow diggers too
I’ve seen discarded safety hats
And high viz vests askew
But I’ve never seen a workman
Working on the 62”
“I’ve seen the portacabins
Are they in there with a brew?
Are they hiding in the ditches?
Or in a portaloo?
Has working in all weathers
Caused them to have the flu?
Coz I’ve never seen a workman
Working on the 62”
“These roadworks should have finished now
They are way overdue
We’re limited to 50 still
When we are passing through
Large pictures of their children stand
For us all to view
But I’ve never seen their daddy
Working on the 62”
M62 clearing up
Traffic on the M62 eastbound is now cleared with traffic returning to normal! *phew*
House fire in Thornton Lodge
Reports in of a house fire in Thornton Lodge last night - luckily no one was injured.
Fire crews were called to Moorbottom Road at 21.48pm after a chip pan was left in the oven and melted. Lots of smoke but the occupants managed to get out in time so no-one was treated for smoke inhalation.
Crews put the blaze out in minutes.
M62 congestion
More queues on the M62. Heavy traffic eastbound around junction 26 for the M606 due to an accident with congestion all the way back to Brighouse. Prepare for delays... *at least it’s Friday*
Welcome to Friday's Huddersfield Examiner Liveblog
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