Leeds ‘UFO’ likened to Death Star makes national headlines
On May 27 2018, an unidentified flying object was reportedly seen in Leeds, making headlines in a national newspaper. Leeds resident James Goldman was attending a party in North Leeds, when he saw a...
View ArticlePictured: Yorkshire snappers soak up the summer solstice sun
It’s the summer solstice which means summer is officially here and in good timing - a heatwave is coming!The Met Office have announced that people across the UK can expect to enjoy 30C temperatures...
View ArticleWimbledon 2018: Everything you need to know about this year’s tennis tournament
Wimbledon makes its annual return between 2 and 15 July, with the best of tennis talent all vying for the highly acclaimed champion title.Here’s everything you need to know about Wimbledon 2018,...
View ArticleHere's how to quickly find out if your dog or cat has hayfever - and what to...
The heatwave is expected to cause sniffles across the country but did you know that your pets can suffer from hay fever too? Pictured: Yorkshire snappers soak up the summer solstice sun As the Met...
View ArticleHere’s how long the heatwave will last in Yorkshire
The weather is set to be scorching both this weekend and next week, with the beginning of July expected to be unusually warm for this time of year.Temperatures across the UK are set to climb to 30°C,...
View ArticleWild swimming in Yorkshire: Why it's the closest you can get to nature
Mytholmroyd-based author Benjamin Myers on why cold water swimming offers an antidote to modern life.Ever since I was young I have always wanted to be in the landscape. Not passing through, skirting...
View ArticleGallery: Celebrating new top class teaching block in Todmorden
Celebrations have been taking place at Todmorden High School to mark the opening of the new state-of-the-art teaching block at the school.The latest £4.6m council investment at the school includes the...
View ArticleGallery: Piece Hall packed for an incredible celebratory feast
The Piece Hall was packed with people enjoying good food and celebrating community spirit at the Incredible Finale Feast.The event was a collaborative effort which was part of the Great Get Together in...
View ArticleCalderdale’s Tories vow fight against Local Plan will go on
Conservative councillors have pledged to continue the fight over Calderdale’s Local Plan following the draft document being approved at an Extraordinary Council meeting last week.Councillors voted by...
View Article‘People need homes’, Calderdale Local Plan counter-demonstrators argue
A counter-demonstration at last week’s Calderdale Extraordinary Council meeting which approved the Local Plan was organised by groups including The People’s Assembly and the Unite union’s community...
View ArticleFirefighters tackle blaze at Halifax metal industrial plant
Firefighters tackled a blaze at an industrial plant in Halifax town centre after an oil tank caught fire.Crews were called to the metal industrial processing plant in Hope Street at about 4.10am today...
View ArticleThe laws you need to know before you try to have a barbecue in a Leeds park
Warm weather and barbecuing go hand in hand, and with the UK currently baking in the midst of a summer heatwave, many people will be making up the most of the sunny spell by firing up the grill.But...
View ArticleThe alcoholic drinks which put you at most risk of dehydration
The scorching summer heatwave isn't something we're particularly accustomed to here in the UK, so naturally everyone is keen to make the most of the sunshine while it sticks around.With the evenings...
View Article8 of the most inexplicable UFO sightings in Yorkshire
Today marks World UFO Day, an awareness day where people can gather together and watch the skies for unidentified flying objects.Numerous places around the UK have had multiple UFO sightings over the...
View ArticleThe 160th Great Yorkshire Show: Everything you need to know about next week’s...
July 10-12 marks the 160th anniversary of the Great Yorkshire Show, which will take place in Harrogate. The Great Yorkshire Show celebrates the very best of farming, food and the countryside, and this...
View ArticleNew additions to the Great Yorkshire Show will celebrate its 160th anniversary
July 10-12 marks the 160th anniversary of the Great Yorkshire Show, which will take place in Harrogate.The Great Yorkshire Show celebrates the very best of farming, food and the countryside, and this...
View ArticleLeeds United reveals opening date for new Leeds store
Leeds United has today announced its will unveil its new Leeds store to the public on Thursday, with a number of first-team players set to attend the grand opening.The store, which will throw open its...
View Article7 cool-weather destinations you can go to escape from the heatwave this summer
The UK is currently in the midst of a long-lasting heatwave, this being worlds away from its usual dreary and rainy weather.However, if you’re not a fan of the warmer weather and are seeking to escape...
View ArticleAll systems go as the New Mytholmroyd Gala is ready with a day full of fun in...
Mytholmroyd’s been through a lot the last couple of years, but there will be plenty to smile about when Mytholmroyd Gala relaunches this Saturday, July 7.Running from 11.30am to 4pm at the Burnley Road...
View ArticleSomething for everyone at second annual Todmorden Country Fair
Todmorden Country Fair is back with fun for all the family this weekend.After setting up to fill the gap the agricultural show left when it moved across the border, the event is back for its second...
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