Ribbon Cut on Memory Garden
A new memory garden to support people who are affected by dementia was formerly opened this afternoon by the Lord Mayor of Bradford Cllr Zafar Ali and Keighley Town Mayor Fulzar Ahmed.
The garden, which is on Church Green in Keighley town centre, has been planted with memory invoking plants that will stimulate the sense of smell. The garden creates an area where people can sit quietly and reflect.
Images of Violent Crossflatts Street Mugging Gang Released
E-fit images of a street mugging gang have been released by police.
The group violently robbed a 22-year-old commuter of her mobile phone as she walked from Crossflatts train station.
Carnivorous Plants from Chelsea Flower Show on Display at Cliffe Castle
Visitors to Cliffe Castle this summer will have the chance to see a striking selection of exotic carnivorous plants fresh from this year’s Chelsea Flower Show.
The 25 brightly coloured sarracenia, commonly known as pitcher plants, took award-winning local gardener, Malcolm Sunderland over twenty years to develop and have featured in several prestigious flower shows.
First Airedale Terrier Makes North's Top 100
A canine exhibit from Cliffe Castle has made it onto ‘A History of the North in 100 Objects’ project.
The ‘A History of the North in 100 Objects’ project, which is part of the Great Exhibition of the North, aims to showcase the pioneering spirit and impact of the North of England’s inventors, artists, scientists and designers.
Harden Lad in His Element Learning Periodic Table Cheerleading
A Harden lad has learned his periodic table by cheerleading.
Louis Bottomley, eleven, was struggling to remember the chemical elements.
Day of Firsts at Airedale Hospital
The newly elected Lord Mayor of Keighley made his first official visit to Airedale Hospital on Monday to mark his first day in his new role – and was met by Chief Executive Brendan Brown who was also in the first day of his new job.
Fulzar Ahmed, who has also named the Children’s Unit at Airedale Hospital as one of his nominated charities for his year in office, met with Brendan and Chief Operating Officer, Stacey Hunter, to hear about the latest developments the hospital provides for the community.
TV Traffic Cops Arrest Drink Driver on Camera
Traffic cops being filmed for the TV documentary ‘Police Interceptors’ today pulled over an uninsured motorist on camera.
The driver, who had a set of ladders on the roof, was then found to be over the alcohol limit.
Police Trying to Contact Daughter of Dennis Greenwood
Humberside Police are trying to trace the daughter of Dennis Greenwood.
Dennis died at his home in Arthur Street, Withernsea on 24 May.
Bronte Portrait Returns to Parsonage
A portrait of the Bronte sisters has been returned to their family home in Haworth.
The oil painting of Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte together is back in the Bronte Parsonage.
Arrest Warrant for Woman Guilty of Criminal Damage
An arrest warrant has been issued for a woman who was found guilty of smashing a house window and a mobile phone.
Suzanne Bottomley, 43, of May Street, Keighley failed to attend her trial at Bradford Magistrates’ Court this morning.
Craft Fair at Cliffe Castle
Cliffe Castle is set to be brimming with contemporary crafters and designers as part of a craft fair at the museum.
The event on Sunday 10 June from 11am to 4pm will coincide with a Garden Party being held in the museum’s park.
Silly Sunday at The Cricketer's Raises £500 for Mental Health Group
A ‘Silly Sunday’ at The Cricketer’s Arms has raised £500 for a local mental health support group.
And the cash edges the Moving Forward Group closer to gaining charity status.
White Van Men Approach 12 Year Old Boy in Crosshills
Police are investigating a possible attempted abduction of a 12 year old boy in Crosshills.
Shortly after 4pm yesterday, 22 May 2018, a van pulled up alongside the schoolboy, who was walking alone on Keighley Road in Crosshills.
Dog Savages Three Sheep in Riddlesden
A sheep has been put down and two more suffered serious bite wounds after a dog attack.
Farmer Andrew Dixon, 52, has confronted the irresponsible dog owner, whose Staffordshire bull terrier savaged the three ewes about their mouths. And, he will be handing her a bill for damages.
