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Bradford Council searching for new Muslim burial site in city

The search is on for a new cemetery in Bradford to help meet burial demand until 2050, and a £7m budget has been set...

The latest Pantomime at the Alhambra Theatre was seen by 74,300 people

Over 74,000 people went to see the latest Alhambra pantomime, making it one of the “strongest seasons to date” for the Bradford institution. The acclaimed...

Bradford BID unveils first-ever member awards to celebrate the City’s business excellence

Bradford Business Improvement District (BID) has announced the launch of its inaugural Bradford BID Member Awards, a new annual event designed to celebrate the...

Restaurant’s “temporary” marquee can remain in place until 2028

A “temporary” marquee can remain on a prominent city centre site until 2028 after planners argued the benefits would outweigh the harms. The marquee on...

Bradford sets sights on ‘core city’ status in major growth push

Seven “game-changing” developments could help Bradford become one of the UK’s Core Cities. This week will see the launch of a new growth plan for...

The Rob Burrow Motor Neurone Disease centre in Leeds

Rob Burrow CBE was a rugby league player, who sadly lost his battle to Motor Neurone Disease on 2 June 2024, aged 41, four...

Sheffield United British South Asian footballer Sai Sachdev targets a return to the first team this season

Sai Sachdev is a right-back who currently plays for Sheffield United. The 20-year-old defender is of Indian descent, making him one of a very...

Muslim burial space runs low in Dewsbury — But Council says thousands of plots remain elsewhere

Concerns have been raised over the availability of Muslim burial space in Dewsbury, after plots at Dewsbury Cemetery fell to critically low levels —...

£2.50 Fare Cap or Fare Hike in Disguise? Metro Passengers React to Tyne and Wear Plans

Plans to introduce a new ticket price cap on the Tyne and Wear Metro have prompted a mixed reaction from passengers and campaigners, amid...

Bradford Hospital porter shortlisted for national award for transforming patient experience

A member of the portering team at Bradford Royal Infirmary has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award in recognition of his outstanding contribution...

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