Local News
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Two passenger trains collide near Bedford
Two trains containing passengers have collided near Bedford, as a result some passengers on board have serious injuries.
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Owners decide to close down after an arson attack
Two Huddersfield businesses have made the decision not to relocate after the council plan to demolish their building.
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Trans Pennine Trail launches a new seating map to enhance accessibility
The TransPennine trail (TPT) has created a new digital seating map to help consumers plan their journey. The map will allow users to spot locations where they can stop and rest.
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Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield-by election
Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield-by-election. The Manchester mayor who has been dubbed the King of the North won with 54.8% of the vote. The Reform party managed to claim second place with their candidate Robert Kenyon who gained 34.5% of the vote.
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Culture Secretary comments on Channel 4’s response to Married at First Sight UK
As reported by the BBC, Lisa Nandy has stated she is “not satisfied” with Channel 4’s response to the government in regard to allegations of rape and sexual assault by female cast members who have appeared on Married at First Sight UK.
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The Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust has been rated Good
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspected health providers and services across Calderdale and Huddersfield and determined that, across the eight areas of assessment, leadership was at a good standard.
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Kirklees health initiative wins national Neighbourhoods award
A healthcare programme in Kirklees has been recognised nationally for improving support for frail patients through a patient focused partnership.
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Pontefract surgical hub is granted national accreditation
Pontefract Hospital’s Orthopaedic surgical hub has received national accreditation from NHS England’s GIRFT (Getting It Right First Time) programme. This programme aims help improve patient care and increase levels of efficiency across hospital departments.
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Housing Association launches East Leeds Social Housing project
Connect First has begun development of 23 energy efficient social rent homes at Killingbeck Bridge with the project expected to be completed by Autumn 2027. Connect Housing have started this project in Partnership with Cubed Group.
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Jeremy Clarkson diagnosed with Cancer
In the latest series of Clarkson’s Farm, Jeremy Clarkson revealed he has been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.
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Local Huddersfield Charity is given funding to buy special bikes
A local cycling charity received funding from a construction firm to buy accessible bikes. This includes 4 wheeled bikes as well as tricycles which allow for those with disabilities to take part in sessions.
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Programme set out to reform Huddersfield Market
The council are creating a new market space in Huddersfield.
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Routes across Yorkshire disrupted due to TransPennine route upgrades
TransPennine route upgrades cause disruptions for those travelling in Yorkshire.
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UK Government set out to ban social media for under 16’s
Keir Starmer announced his plans to ban social media for under 16’s.
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Yorkshire Water launches free water safety lessons after recent drownings
Yorkshire water has created classes for children, to prevent the number of open water deaths.
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Where to watch the World Cup in Huddersfield
With the FIFA World Cup now underway, football fans across Huddersfield are looking to find the best places to catch the action.
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launch of World Championship of Legends 2024 Cricket
For those of us that have recently been disappointed on what cricket has to offer and we hark back to the days of old, there's something nostalgic and exciting on our doorstep. The WCL features the greatest cricketers of our youth. It's a real competition, a real new league and full of well known legends.
Podcasts
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Older People MatterLet's TALK dementia
In this episode we talk with someone who has a lived experience of being diagnosed with dementia
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Post Office Cultures - A look at Dewsbury Post OfficeDewsbury Post Office
As Dewsbury is currently being transformed into a totally new and modern town centre, now is the perfect time to look back at the history of the town centre, and arguably its beating heart, the post office.
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