Jun
2008
Articles from 11th Jun 2008
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20 years for Mirfield granny killer
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
Granny killer Joanne Hussey has been jailed for at least 20 years. Read
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Garage wrecked by fire
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FAMILY is devastated after a blaze wrecked their garage – destroying many prized and sentimental possessions. Read
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Shop assistant tells knife raider where to go
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A SHOP assistant told a knife-wielding raider to get lost ... so he did. Read
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Schools Ordered: Improve or Close
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
SEVEN Kirklees schools are being told to either improve or face being shut. Read
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Adrian in news bulletin
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
LEUKAEMIA battler Adrian Sudbury gets another chance to promote his bone marrow campaign tonight. Read
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One man caught, but police seek three more
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THREE more “bail bandits” are wanted in Huddersfield. Read
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New appeal in M-way tragedy
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
POLICE have re-issued an appeal for witnesses after a man died in a motorway accident. Felix Vella, 40, of Hawkhill Gardens, Crossgates in Leeds was killed near junction 47 of the M1 on Tuesday June 3. He had stopped on the hard shoulder between junctions 46 and 47 at about 12.50pm in a white Transit van. He got out of the van and was then hit by a vehicle in lane one of the motorway and is understood to have been killed instantly. He was wearing a high-visibility jacket at the time of the tragedy. Anyone who saw what happened or any events leading up to it should contact Pc Ken Callaghan on 01924 292915. Read
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‘Accused’s blood all around house’
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE bodies of a mother and daughter were found side by side after murder accused Richard Walsh was arrested, a court heard. Read
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Help prioritise
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
Colne Valley residents are being called on to get involved in deciding the spending priorities for the area. Read
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Student to help charity in Peru
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A LOCAL student is taking a gap year to volunteer with charity work in Peru. Read
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Learning to be safe
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A SCHEME to help educate pupils about travelling by public transport to secondary school, starts in West Yorkshire this week. Read
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Youngsters on the march
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
SCHOOLCHILDREN from Huddersfield were among thousands marching for road safety this morning. Read
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Model Janet says thanks to hospital
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A CANCER patient who was treated by the award-winning breast care team at Calderdale Royal Hospital is set to be a model. Read
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Murderer’s tears over mum’s plea
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
MOORS Murderer Myra Hindley broke down in tears when she received a letter from the mother of one of her victims, it was revealed today. Read
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Pupils’ new links to better fitness
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A NEW programme to increase fitness levels in primary school children has been launched in Kirklees. Read
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Pupils win in poetry contest
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
TWO pupils at a Huddersfield school have been named as winners in a national poetry contest. Read
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Moonwalker raises £2,600
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A KIND-HEARTED Kylie fan has raised £2,600 for a breast cancer charity. Read
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Fire crews praised by the public
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
FIREFIGHTERS in West Yorkshire have been given the thumbs-up for the work they do. Read
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Couple’s love at first sight
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
IT was love at first sight for a couple celebrating their golden wedding. Read
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War waged on conmen who target the elderly
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
IT’S war on the conman! Read
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Lewis gets on his bike to help baby charity
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A NINE-YEAR-OLD Mirfield boy is taking part in a sponsored cycle ride in memory of his unborn brother. Read
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Thea’s challenge
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A LECTURER has questioned the Government over cuts to A-level courses at Huddersfield Technical College. Read
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Battle lines drawn in fight against bugs!
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
YOUNG artists are being asked to get the food safety message across as part of a new health drive across Kirklees. Read
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Natalie’s kindness is an inspiration
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A KIND-hearted student is helping to raise serious issues among her peers. Read
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Youthful Personalities
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
The countdown to the Examiner Community Awards 2008 is now on. Each day we profile one of the 11 categories before the awards night at the Galpharm Stadium on Monday, June 23. The winner in each category will be revealed on the night. Today the spotlight is on the Morrisons Young Personality Award. Read
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Nurses pass on skills
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
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Sponsor recognises heroes
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
MORRISONS supermarkets are a proud sponsor of this award and pleased to be associated with recognising Huddersfield’s unsung heroes. Read
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Band take wing
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUDDERSFIELD indie band The Snowbyrds are taking flight to Poland on a special twinning visit. Read
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School closure proposal reaches next steps
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
CALDERDALE Council’s Cabinet has agreed to go ahead with the consultation on the proposed closure of Holy Trinity Secondary School at Holmfield in Halifax. Read
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Views of the districts
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
COUNCILLORS will have the chance tomorrow to comment on Calderdale’s area forums. Read
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Homes scheme like ‘carbuncle’
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
LINTHWAITE residents fear plans to demolish a historic mill and replace it with 158 homes could prove a disaster for their area. Read
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‘He really is an inspiration’
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A SCHOOLBOY is determined to get the best out of life – despite a debilitating illness. Read
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‘Don’t panic in fuel dispute’
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A PLANNED strike by oil tanker drivers was attacked by Downing Street as Number 10 urged motorists not to panic-buy fuel. Read
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Summer walks will be popular
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
CASTLE Hill is the place to be this summer. Read
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Oliver’s smile shows bravery despite pain
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
BRAVE Oliver Thornton is determined to smile through his pain. Read
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Grass is greener as park recovers
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
PARKS staff are, literally, watching the grass grow in Huddersfield’s Greenhead Park. Read
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Revival Plans Would 'Butcher' Market
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
CAMPAIGNERS say £200m town centre regeneration plans will “butcher” Queensgate Market. Read
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Police rewarded for service
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
POLICE who have served in the West Yorkshire force for many years have been awarded medals. Read
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Twin shows
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE National Coal Mining Museum near Grange Moor is to continue its 20th birthday celebrations with two very different events. Read
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Bundles of Joy
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THESE fluffy pheasant chicks have eased upset at Netherton. Read
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‘Accused studied royals’
Jun 11 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BRADFORD Muslim “dedicated to holy war” had information about royal family members and instructions on how to kill “non-believers”, a court heard yesterday. Read
