Dec
2008
Articles from 18th Dec 2008
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THURS AM: BBC hits back in Last Of The Summer Wine row
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE BBC has denied reports that the Holmfirth-based sitcom The Last Of The Summer Wine is to end. Read
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Former Olympic judge from Huddersfield dies on his weekly swim
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A WELL-KNOWN member of the diving community who judged events at the Olympic Games died during his weekly swim. Read
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Flats man given ASBO after playing music too loud.
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A HUDDERSFIELD man has been forced to hand over his stereo gear after playing his music too loud. Read
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Man told he would never walk again has climbed Snowdon
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
DOCTORS told biking enthusiast Nigel Bolton he might never walk again after two serious accidents in the 1970s. Read
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Woman, 89, dies after road accident
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
AN elderly woman has died following a car accident in Rastrick. Read
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Licensee died after big operation went wrong
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A PUB licensee died of massive blood loss after his gall bladder was removed, a coroner has ruled. Read
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University’s low ranking in research performance
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE University of Huddersfield was today ranked 81st out of 127 in terms of a research performance comparisons. Read
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Major upset as ‘Summer Wine’ ends
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE news that much-loved comedy series Last of The Summer Wine is to end has prompted a strong response. Read
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100 jobs created at town firm
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A HUGE jobs boost came today with news of a major land deal for a Huddersfield firm. Read
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Drivers be prepared for bad weather
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A NEW safety campaign has been launched to avoid tragedy on Yorkshire’s roads. Read
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Helping hand for local firms
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
SMALL businesses are receiving a helping hand thanks to faster payments from the health sector. Read
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Town Hall hosts major conference
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUDDERSFIELD has played host to a major conference about faith and community cohesion. Read
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Christmas bin collections - find out here
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
SPECIAL bin collections will be made by Kirklees Council staff over the Christmas holidays. Read
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£10,000 for youth club
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A YOUTH club in Almondbury is set to be improved after receiving a £10,000 cash boost. Read
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Children receive courage awards
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
YOUNGSTERS from around Kirklees have been honoured with courage awards by the Mayor. Read
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Tapping into global ‘anxiety’
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
STUDENTS at Huddersfield University were given an insight into the world of branding and design by the chairman of multi-award winning design consultancy, Elmwood. Read
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World of work
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUDDERSFIELD university is celebrating the success of its work placement schemes as students return with job offers. Read
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Deputy chief firefighter is appointed
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A NEW senior firefighter has vowed to cut the number of deaths and injuries caused in the region. Read
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‘Give us more help’ say town taxi drivers
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
TAXI drivers have called for more protection after yet another attack on a cabbie. Read
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Days of Fox’s Fairies and Satchmo
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BRAND new gallery is to delve into the local history of Batley. Read
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Huddersfield Town appeal for help to catch yob fans
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
TOWN fans have been urged: Shop the missile yobs. Read
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Dancing in street with Britain's Got Talent star George Sampson
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
BRITAIN’S Got Talent dancing sensation, George Sampson, waltzed his way to Kirklees. Read
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Lollipop man appointed an ambassador
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
BRAVE lollipop man, Muhammad Ismail who was badly injured at work, has received an award for his dedication to duty. Read
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Alternative proposals to schools blueprint
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
HEAD teachers and governors have unveiled alternative plans for north Kirklees schools. Read
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Melanie receives a regal award
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A LECTURER at Huddersfield University Huddersfield has received a Queen’s Nurse award. Read
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Bridge repairs at £1.6m
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A THORNHILL bridge is to undergo £1.6m of repair work. Read
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Double murder hanging appeal to be submitted next month
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BID to clear the name of a man hanged for two murders in Huddersfield has reached a crucial point. Read
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Captain for road safety
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A NEW comic superhero aims to bring the accident toll down. Read
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Howzat! Cricket buffs focus on local game
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE history of local cricket went under the spotlight at Huddersfield University. Read
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Shopping at the theatre
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THEATRE lovers got to take in some performances while finishing off their Christmas shopping at the weekend. Read
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Engineering students complete first year
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
FIRST-year engineering apprentices from Kirklees College are celebrating after completing the first year of their training. Read
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Bill puts public on to police authority
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A NEW Government bill means members of the public will be able to stand for election to West Yorkshire Police Authority, despite strong opposition from its members. Read
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School staff visit mosque
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
A SCHOOL in the heart of Lockwood made a visit to the Hanfia Mosque and Educational Institute to learn about how it could work more closely with Muslim parents and children. Read
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Chip shop serving again five months after blaze
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
YOUSEF Mohammed was gutted when his chippy went up in smoke. Read
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Response to flood damage
Dec 18 2008 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE Government is to set up a £7.7 million national flood forecasting centre in response to the devastating flooding last summer, Environment Secretary Hilary Benn announced. Read
