Mar
2010
Articles from 16th Mar 2010
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TUES PM: Two arrested following Crosland Moor shooting
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
TWO men have been arrested by police investigating a shooting in Crosland Moor. Read
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TUES PM: Eight prison officers suspended at West Yorks high security jail
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
EIGHT prison officers have been suspended on suspicion of smuggling mobile phones into a top security jail in West Yorkshire, sources have said. Read
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TUES PM: Dewsbury MP Shahid Malik's expenses appeal dismissed by former High Court judge
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A former High Court judge today dismissed an appeal by shadow defence secretary Liam Fox against a finding that he was overpaid more than £22,000 in parliamentary expenses for mortgage interest on his second home. Read
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Clayton West contract killing trial to restart with new jury
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE trial of two men accused of involvement in the contract killing of a West Yorkshire car dealer has had to re-start with a new jury. Read
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Huddersfield Morrison's manager Andy Fallon’s Gibraltar cycle challenge
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
TALK about rushing to make your flight on time. Read
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Former Colne Valley MP Lord Clark returns to celebrate 40th with Colne Valley Museum
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
FORMER Colne Valley MP Lord David Clark returned to his former base to celebrate a joint 40th. Read
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Appeal Court judges define the meaning of ‘walking’ for injured Fartown man
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
WHAT is the meaning of the verb ‘to walk’? Read
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Fifth person in court charged with Huddersfield shopkeeper Gurmail Singh murder
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FIFTH man accused of murdering West Yorkshire shopkeeper Gurmail Singh has made his first appearance before a crown court judge. Read
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Free brickwork course for Huddersfield
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
AN EVENT for people interested in a career in brickwork is taking place in Huddersfield this week. Read
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Crosland Moor shooting suspects fled crash minutes after Walpole Road attack
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
DETECTIVES investigating a shooting at the weekend are looking for the occupants of a car who fled after a crash. Read
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Government hands out extra grants to councils
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
KIRKLEES Council has been given an extra £329,000 to help tackle the recession. Read
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Meltham Conservative Club keeps licence after underage drinking breach
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A CLUB has been allowed to keep its licence after police found young drinkers inside. Read
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Chinese State Circus rolls back into Huddersfield
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A CIRCUS is rolling back into Huddersfield for the first time in two years. Read
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Elland Brewery pulls in top award
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BREWERY has received a top award in recognition of its work in promoting real ale. Read
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Holmfirth micro-brewery The Nook notches top beer prize
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FLEDGLING brewery is celebrating after it took home a best beer prize just weeks after opening its doors. Read
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On-the-spot fines mooted to cut down on dog fouling in Brighouse
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
DOG owners are being targeted after a spate of problems in Brighouse. Read
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Huddersfield's St George’s Square dug up - again: Video and pictures
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE saga of St George’s Square will not go away. Read
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Number of drivers using mobiles while driving has DOUBLED in last four years
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
SAFETY officials have condemned drivers who persist in using mobile phones. Read
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Crimewatch star Nick Ross backs University of Huddersfield centre
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
CRIMEWATCH presenter Nick Ross is to head a launch event for a new research project at Huddersfield University. Read
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Birkby school hosts garden evening
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
TWO gardening experts are heading for a Birkby school. Read
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Jail for babyfaced Rastrick killers who slit victim's throat
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
TWO teenagers have admitted killing grandfather John Greer. Read
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Huddersfield rape victim charity on why people not targets matter
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
THE boss of a project that helps rape victims in Huddersfield says the criminal justice system is too geared towards targets. Read
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Co-op Travel has a cracking idea for Easter
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
STAFF at two travel agencies have launched a great Easter egg hunt. Read
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Spring flowers brighten up Meltham Village Hall
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
SPRING eventually sprung in Meltham this year. Read
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Brighouse police street briefing
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
THREE hundred crime prevention leaflets were posted through doors as part of a high-profile police event in Brighouse. Read
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Dancers celebrate contest triumph
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
YOUNG performers are celebrating their success in a dance competition. Read
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Huddersfield Parish Church launches crumbling ceiling appeal
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
THEY’VE replaced the roof and are now hoping to cover the crumbling ceiling. Read
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Safety boost to two Brighouse roads
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
BOLLARDS have been installed on two Brighouse roads to boost pedestrian safety. Read
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Kirkburton Parish Council hands out cash for environmental projects
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A GREEN-thinking parish council has dished out more cash for eco-projects. Read
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Huddersfield Town directors host Thai soccer delegation
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
THAI soccer bosses have been in town. Read
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New boost to wetland wildlife at Oakwell Hall
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
KIRKLEES mayor Clr Julie Stewart-Turner will lead celebrations to mark the completion of a new wildlife wetland at a country park. Read
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Fundraising burlesque night makes return to Holmfirth Picturedrome
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BEVY of burlesque beauties will be making a return to Holmfirth later this month. Read
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Huddersfield MP in talks with Pakistan High Commission over Osbourne Road arson murder suspect
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
TALKS are to take place in a bid to finally trap a man wanted for mass murder. Read
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More praise for West Yorkshire’s firefighters
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
MORE people are complimenting the West Yorkshire fire brigade and fewer are complaining. Read
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Pride in Birkby Lantern Walk
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
LANTERNS lit the way for a procession of families through Birkby. Read
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Almondbury gets a new “old” look - what do you thin of new signs, picture here
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
WORK has started on a new look for the centre of Almondbury. Read
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Taxes blow
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
GREECE: Greece has imposed a wave of new tax rises despite recession and high unemployment, as EU finance ministers met to discuss the country’s debt crisis. The government increased VAT from 19% to 21%, as part of the austerity package intended to cut the budget deficit by almost a third this year. Read
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Charity celebrates Lottery windfall
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
A HUDDERSFIELD charity that supports people with neurological conditions is among dozens of Yorkshire groups celebrating a big cash windfall today. Read
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Festival of Youth Music in Huddersfield
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUNDREDS of Kirklees schoolchildren will be showing their musical skills this week. Read
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MP Chris McCafferty on childbirth march
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
CALDER Valley MP, Christine McCafferty, joined a high-profile march across the Millennium Bridge in London to highlight worldwide childbirth fears. Read
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David Douglas launches new book Ghost Dancers at National Mining Museum
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
AN author has launched his new book at the National Mining Museum at Overton. Read
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Football club launches online auction
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUDDERSFIELD Town has launched an online auction to help reach its goal of raising thousands of pounds for charity. Read
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Huddersfield Taekwondo Club packing a punch in new home
Mar 16 2010 | Local West Yorkshire News
MARTIAL arts students have kick-started a new era after moving into their first permanent home. Read
