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Bereaved families feel gaslit as they call for say in who chairs inquiry into maternity failings in Leeds Original
Harmed and bereaved families hand-delivered a letter from Leeds MPs, urging the Prime Minister to intervene in maternity Inquiry and demand Donna Ockenden appointment Bereaved mothers Amarjit Kaur, Lauren Caulfield and Fiona Winser-Ramm Author: Katie LyonsPublished 46 minutes ago The letter, signed by MPs whose constituents have been harmed by unsafe maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, urges the Prime Minister to reverse the decision not to appoint Donna Ockenden as Chair of...
New stalking support service being launched in West Yorkshire Original
A new stalking support service, safer steps is being launched in West Yorkshire. Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracey Brabin Author: Katie LyonsPublished 18 minutes ago A new stalking support service is being launched in West Yorkshire. Safer Steps will be delivered by the new West Yorkshire Stalking Support Hub (WYSSH), a partnership between Leeds Women’s Aid, Staying Put, WomenCentre, Pennine Domestic Abuse Partnership and Cranstoun, and funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
Teens in Wakefield addicted to ketamine facing bladder surgery usually associated with cancer patients Original
A urologist at Pinderfields Hospital said she's seen an "explosion" of people in their late teens and early 20s needing bladder treatment after taking the party drug Dr Alison Downey, Consultant Urologist at Pinderfields Hospital Author: Katie LyonsPublished 21 minutes ago Medics in West Yorkshire are warning teenagers addicted to the recreational drug ketamine are now facing bladder surgery usually associated with cancer patients.
Thousands of schoolchildren in Bradford set to take part in study limiting social media usage Original
Thousands of schoolchildren in Bradford are set to take part in a study to examine whether or not limiting social media use can improve their mental health Born in Bradford festival Author: Katie LyonsPublished 31 minutes ago Young people between the ages of 12 and 15 will take part in a trial called IRL (In Real Life) with each given a 'daily budget' of time to use certain apps. It will also stop them from using apps like TikTok and Snapchat between the hours of 9 pm and 7 am.
Police scene in place following fail to stop collision in Bradford
Police said this morning (Sunday 28 December) a BMW M3 failed to stop for police on Canal Road Author: Katie LyonsPublished 10 minutes ago Last updated 6 minutes ago Two people have been injured after a BMW M3 failed to stop when requested to do so by police in Bradford. It happened this morning just before 5:30am on Canal Road.
Ten years on since Boxing Day floods hit West Yorkshire Original
The Boxing Day floods in 2015 caused widespread devastation across parts of West Yorkshire, including in Kirkstall and Hebden Bridge Hebden Bridge, December 2015 Author: Katie LyonsPublished 10 minutes ago Today marks ten years since Storm Eva caused flooding across the region. It took months for the community in Hebden Bridge to recover, but the impact is still felt now. The licensee of the White Swan, Elizabeth said she still can't get insurance for her pub now.
Rachel Reeves banned from Pudsey pub Original
The landlord of The Marsh Inn said despite being a previous customer, the Chancellor is no longer welcome Author: Katie LyonsPublished 20 minutes ago A pub landlord in Rachel Reeves' constituency has banned her from visiting. The Chancellor went for a drink in the summer at the pub in Pudsey and Martin Knowles, the landlord and his wife got a photo with her. However, he has since said Rachel is no longer welcome because of the "tax rises" he's facing.
Murder investigation launched following death of Huddersfield woman
Lisa Smith, 33, died yesterday (Sunday 21 December) Google street view of Fernside Avenue Author: Katie LyonsPublished 15 minutes ago Last updated 15 minutes ago A murder investigation has been launched after a woman died following an attack in the Almondbury area of Huddersfield. West Yorkshire Police were called to Fernside Avenue, in the early hours of Friday 19 December.
Closing ceremony to mark the end of Bradford's tenure as UK City of Culture 2025 Original
The first of two performances of Brighter Still will take place today (Saturday 20 December) which marks the end of Bradford's year as UK City of Culture Myrtle Park, Bingley on Wednesday Author: Katie LyonsPublished 15 minutes ago Brighter Still will mark the end of Bradford's year as UK City of Culture. Over the last 12 months over 5000 cultural events have taken place across the district. It's taking place in Myrtle Park in Bingley, with thousands of people due to attend over the weekend.
10 years on since Britain's last deep coal mine closed in Yorkshire Original
Today marks ten years since Britain's last deep coal mine closed its doors for the final time Shaun McLoughlin, the last manager at Kellingley Colliery Author: Katie LyonsPublished 9 minutes ago Kellingley Colliery, near Knottingley employed over 2000 people at it's peak, with many of those employees from West Yorkshire. The mine, nicknamed the 'Big K' opened in April 1965, it was the last pit to close on the 18 December 2015.
Leeds woman in Bondi at time of shooting describes "sheer terror" Original
Kelly Wright was by Bondi Beach in a bar, with her family at the time of the attack Kelly Wright is on holiday in Sydney with her family Author: Katie Lyons and Toby AlmondPublished 11 minutes ago A woman from Leeds who witnessed the terrorist attack on Bondi Beach has described it as “sheer terror” after running to safety. Kelly Wright who is from Leeds, is on holiday in Sydney staying in Little Bay, down the coast from Bondi.
Kevin Sinfield to complete '7 in 7 Together' challenge in Headingley Original
Kevin Sinfield will complete his seventh ultramarathon in Headingley, Leeds , where he played with Rob Burrow at Leeds Rhinos Kevin Sinfield on day four of the 7 in 7: Together 2025 Challenge in Sheffield Author: Katie LyonsPublished 2 hours ago Kevin Sinfield will arrive in Headingley later, where he will finish his seventh and last ultramarathon. He has been running across the UK and Ireland for the last seven days, to raise money and awareness for the MND (motor neurone disease) communities.
Plea from mum whose son died after being hit by driver under the influence in West Yorkshire Original
Plea from West Yorkshire mum, urging people to not get behind the wheel under the influence of alcohol or drugs Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago The mum of a Dewsbury man killed by a drink driver in West Yorkshire is making a heart-breaking plea not to get behind the wheel under the influence of drink or drugs this Christmas.
Trot Smart This Thanksgiving: A physical therapist’s guide to Turkey Day 5K success
Who doesn’t love running a brisk 5K to kick off Thanksgiving Day? At least that’s what you were thinking when you signed up for one of this year’s “turkey trots.” Now with the holiday fast approaching, you may be second-guessing those plans. Don’t throw in the turkey baster just yet! As a physical therapist at Anna Jaques Hospital, here are my tips to help you feel your best on race day – and get you to the dinner table safely and injury-free. k9bm~?
Man dies following house fire in Leeds as investigation launched Original
A man has died and another woman "very poorly" in hospital following a house fire in Leeds today (20 November). Author: Katie LyonsPublished 6 hours ago Last updated 4 hours ago Police were called by the fire service to Hardrow Road, Leeds at 9.34am to a report of an ongoing fire affecting two adjacent properties. Officers attended the scene and two people, a woman from the upper maisonette flat and a man from the lower one, were reported to have suffered very serious injuries.
Prince William to visit the Rob Burrow Centre for MND today
Leeds has a royal visit today! Rob Burrow received a CBE alongside Kevin Sinfield at Headingley Stadium in January 2024 Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago Prince William will visit the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) today, just weeks after it first opened its doors. The new world-leading facility in Leeds, located at the Seacroft Hospital site is dedicated to the diagnosis, research and care of MND.
West Yorkshire road safety charity launches winter campaign Original
A West Yorkshire road safety charity is urging us to check our vehicles over as we head into winter. Brake's safety campaign starts today Author: Katie LyonsPublished 5 hours ago Today marks the start of Road Safety Week (16-22 November), a campaign run by the road safety charity Brake, which is based in Huddersfield, to raise awareness of the impact of road death and injury.
Locals near Wentbride say they're relieved A1 roadworks will be completed soon Original
Drivers using the A1 near Pontefract in West Yorkshire are being reassured by National Highways that an end is in sight to long running roadworks – just in time for Christmas Roadworks are still taking place on the A1 but are due to completed before Christmas Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago Work to repair Grade II listed Wentbridge viaduct, which carries the A1 over the River Went, started in February 2023, nearly three years ago.
Three prisoners appear in court after child killer found dead in HMP Wakefield
Three prisoners have appeared in court charged with murder after a child killer was found dead in his cell Bevan was set to spend at least 28 years behind bars Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago Last updated 4 hours ago The Prison Service confirmed the man who died at Wakefield Prison was 33-year-old Kyle Bevan, who was jailed for life for murdering his partner's two-year-old daughter, Lola James, in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, in 2020.
Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease officially opens in Leeds
The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease is officially open! Rob Burrow Centre for MND Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago Five years after a dream was first shared between rugby league legend Rob Burrow and his consultant, Dr Agam Jung, that dream has become a reality. Today (November 3 2025) marks the official opening of The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at Seacroft Hospital.
Kippax woman sets up female only run club after bad experience out jogging alone
It comes as campaigners across West Yorkshire are getting ready to unite against violence against women and girls as the clocks go back Author: Katie LyonsPublished 12 hours ago Last updated 3 hours ago Reclaim the Night events are taking place across West Yorkshire this weekend as the darker nights draw in. It's hoped it will help raise awareness about the safety of women and girls. We've been speaking to Olivia Tarpey, who has set up a female only running club Run Huns near Kippax.
Report raising concerns over number of self-inflicted deaths in HMP Leeds Original
The Howard League for Penal Reform has responded to HM Inspectorate of Prisons’ report on Leeds prison, published today (Tuesday 21 October) Aerial view of Armley Prison or HMP Leeds, Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago The Howard League for Penal Reform said inspectors visited Armley prison in July 2025 and found the highest rate of self-inflicted deaths across all adult men’s prisons in the last three years, with two further suicides reported after the inspection.
Surge in number of people being caught speeding sparking concern from charity in Huddersfield Original
There's been a surge in the number of people being caught speeding which is sparking concern from a road safety charity in West Yorkshire Author: Neil Lancefield, PA and Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago A surge in drivers being caught by speed cameras has been blamed for a 12% increase in the number of penalty points added to licences last year. Figures obtained by Co-op Insurance show drivers in Britain received 9.61 million points in 2024.
Parents in Leeds told they'll have to pay nearly a quarter more on nursery fees Original
A group of parents in Leeds have been told they will have to pay nearly 25 per cent more on their nursery bills People campaigning against privatisation of Little Owls Nurseries Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago Parents have been told they'll have to pay nearly 25 per cent more on their nursery fees, after a Leeds City Council owned nursery has been privatised.
Yorkshire Children's Charity sees a 20% rise in demand for essential services Original
They're concerned young people may end up going to school without coats or shoes this winter Author: Chris Davis-Smith and Katie Lyons Published 2 hours ago It's feared some children in West Yorkshire could end up going to school through the autumn & winter 'without coats or shoes'. The Yorkshire Children's Charity has seen a 20% increase this year in demand for their essential services. They help to provide deprived families with everyday items like footwear.
More concerns at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust after inspection found issues with management Original
The Care Quality Commission report concluded that leadership at the trust 'requires improvement' The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust hospital building in Leeds Author: Katie LyonsPublished 1 hour ago The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated leadership at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust as requires improvement following an inspection in June.
Calls for urgent reform of prisons including Wetherby Young Offender Institution Original
A charity's calling for urgent reform of young offenders institutions - like the one in Wetherby, after finding violence there is much more common than in adult prisons Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago The Howard League for Penal Reform is calling a reform of children's prisons, after responding to HM Inspectorate of Prisons’ Children in custody 2024-2025 report.
Sue Ryder's Wheatfield Hospice in Headingley placed in special measures
A hospice run by Sue Ryder in Headingley has been placed in special measures after being rated inadequate Author: Katie LyonsPublished 2 hours ago Wheatfield Hospice provides adult inpatient and community specialist palliative care services for people with life limiting conditions where curative treatment is no longer an option and people are approaching the end of their life.
Warning not to enter Yorkshire Water reservoirs
As water level remain lower than usual - Yorkshire Water are issuing a warning Baitings Reservoir near Ripponden Author: Katie LyonsPublished 2 hours ago Yorkshire Water issues reservoir safety warning ahead of the Bank Holiday. Reservoirs can pose a risk to life through cold water shock, operational equipment under the water, sudden drops, hidden currents and other new dangers as water levels are lower than usual.
Thousands of A-level pupils in West Yorkshire get ready to find out their results
The results are due to be released at 8am this morning Author: Chris Davis-Smith and Katie Lyons Published 2 hours ago Thousands of people are receiving their A-level and T-level results across West Yorkshire this morning.
West Yorkshire MP becomes first to create AI version of himself to talk to constituents
Mark Sewards has become the first UK politician to create an AI version of himself to interact with constituents AI version of Mark Sewards Author: Katie LyonsPublished 7 hours ago Last updated 6 hours ago Mark Sewards, a labour MP has become the first UK politician to create an AI version of himself to interact with constituents.
Harehills disorder one year on: Community taking away “positives from the negatives” after night of violence
One-year-on since a double-decker bus was torched and a police car flipped on its side as hundreds of people took to the streets, a local councillor said we must take the positives from the negatives Scenes in Harehills 18 July 2024 Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago One year ago, after children of a family being taken into care by social services and police, disorder started on the streets of Harehills.
Man jailed after stabbing a member of the public on West Street in Fareham
A 44-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of five years - after he admitted stabbing a member of the public Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of five years at Portsmouth Crown Court, after he admitted stabbing a member of the public on West Street in Fareham last year.
Reports large number of students in Wakefield due to go swimming in a lake - police urge them not to
West Yorkshire Police received reports children plan to go swimming in a large lake in the Durkar area Cold Water Kills sign in Bradford Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago West Yorkshire Police are urging parents and carers to speak to their children, after reports students from Ossett and Horbury academies are going swimming, in a large lake in the Durkar area of Wakefield today (Saturday 12 July). Police will be making extra patrols in the area.
Investigation underway into fatal crash near Fingland
An investigation is underway into fatal crash near Fingland, west of Carlisle Cumbria Police Road Policing Unit Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago Last updated 3 hours ago Police are appealing for witnesses who haven't already spoken to them, following a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and a car yesterday (11 July) It happened around 4.45pm and police said despite the best efforts of members of the public and medical staff, the motorcyclist – a man – was pronounced dead at the...
Council apologises for 6-month pothole delay
A council has apologised for taking six months to fix potholes on a major Stoke-on-Trent road. Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago Last updated 3 hours ago Sorry is the message to residents after it's taken six months to fix potholes on a major Stoke-on-Trent road. Councillor Dave Evans says he reported a series of road defects on Leek New Road to Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s highways department on January 3.
Anthony Elanga joins Newcastle United
Anthony Elanga joins from Nottingham Forest on a long-term deal Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago Newcastle United have completed the signing of winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest on a long-term deal. Anthony joins the Magpies after a successful year in the Premier League during the last campaign.
Specialist policing team is being set up within West Yorkshire to stop County Lines drug running
£1 million to be spent on tackling drug running in and out of the region, with an additional £300k to be spent on support for victims £1m is going to spent on tackling county lines activity in West Yorkshire Author: Katie LyonsPublished 2 hours ago A specialist policing unit will be set up within West Yorkshire Police Force to target drug running in and out of the region.
"Heart-breaking for other families" Leeds woman calls for maternity changes after losing baby
A woman from West Yorkshire fears not much has changed in the decade between losing her baby - under the care of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Rachel's baby died when she went to give birth in Leeds Author: Katie LyonsPublished 4 hours ago Last updated 4 hours ago A woman from West Yorkshire says nothings changed since her son died in 2011 - under the care of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms expected this weekend in West Yorkshire
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is expected tomorrow (Saturday 21 June). Screen shot of the weather warning on the Met Office's website Author: Katie LyonsPublished 1 hour ago Thunderstorms are threatening to hit the whole of West Yorkshire on Saturday, following possible heatwaves around the country. Temperatures could reach up to 34C in isolated areas of England, but rain, hail and lightning could be on their way, a Met Office spokesperson has said.
West Yorkshire ADHD support group says there's more understanding around the condition
A report has found the number of people with ADHD probably isn't increasing "that much" - despite a rise in the number of those being assessed for the condition child holding up sign saying ADHD Author: Katie LyonsPublished 3 hours ago The number of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) "probably isn't increasing that much", researchers have suggested, despite a "marked uptick" in people seeking assessment for the condition.
40 years since the Bradford City Stadium fire
A memorial service to mark the 40th anniversary of the Bradford City fire will be held in Centenary Square on Sunday Bradford City Stadium fire Author: Katie LyonsPublished 10 hours ago It's 40 years since the Bradford City Stadium fire, which killed 56 people and injured hundreds more. The Bantams had just been promoted three weeks before, and the 11th May was their last game of the season, against Lincoln City.
What COP26 Means for Forests and the Climate
November 12, 2021 By Rod Taylor, Michelle Sims, David Burns and Katie Lyons Cover Image by: Kunal Shinde Dubbed the “Nature COP,” forests were front and center throughout the UN climate summit (COP26) this year. Among the first and most significant announcements made at COP26 was the Glasgow Leaders’ Declaration on Forests and Land Use, in which 137 countries committed to collectively end forest loss and land degradation by 2030. Panellists speaking at an event on forests at COP26 in Glasgow.
Sex and the City : la suite ciblée par des attaques sexistes, Sarah Jessica Parker répond
AccueilNews cinéma, films et séries TVNews sériesNews Séries à la TV Sex and the City : la suite ciblée par des attaques sexistes, Sarah Jessica Parker répond 8 nov. 2021 à 11:45 Thomas Desroches -Journaliste cinéma et séries Les yeux rivés sur l’écran et la tête dans les magazines, Thomas Desroches se nourrit de films en tout genre dès son plus jeune âge. Il aime le cinéma engagé et extrême, les documentaires, l'œuvre de Xavier Dolan et partage sa passion sur le podcast d'AlloCiné.
The ultimate 2018 Memorial Day Weekend roundup
Enjoy the start of the long weekend on the water with Charleston Harbor Tours' Blues & BBQ Harbor Celebrate Memorial Day a little early this Fri. May 25 at the Joe with Budweiser’s Salute to Service Concert featuring country stars Chase Bryant, Logan Mize, and the Brothers Osborne from 6-10 p.m. The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center on Bee St. hosts a free Memorial Day Enjoy the start of the long weekend on the water with Charleston Harbor Tours' Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruise .
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a World Turtle Celebration at the S.C. Aquarium
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a World Turtle Celebration at the S.C. Aquarium Turtle time By Katie Lyons click to enlarge
The S.C. Aquarium hosts its first World Turtle Celebration this Memorial Day weekend, with special events from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. daily, May 26-28. The celebration will highlight species native to South Carolina through turtle-themed shows, animal enrichment, and five hands-on activity stations.
VIDEO: Skydivers play Harry Potter’s Quidditch in mid-air
VIDEO: Skydivers play Harry Potter’s Quidditch in mid-air Related Coverage (KRON) — Skydivers are bringing the magic back for Harry Potter fans. They brought the high-flying wizard sport Quidditch to life. A team of skydivers squared off in a broomstick match in mid-air during a jump from about 14,000 feet. The high-flying act was a publicity stunt for a Colombian communications company. The game featured broomsticks, goals, and even the quaffle.
Two men arrested for ramming Fremont police car
FREMONT (KRON) — Two men are behind bars on Monday night on suspicion of ramming a patrol car in Fremont. It happened Monday morning in the area of Roberts Avenue and Howe Court. Police said officers attempted to pull over a white van for a traffic enforcement stop at around 12:33 a.m. However, the driver suddenly made a U-turn, accelerated, and rammed into the patrol car, police said. Police chased them until the suspect’s tire fell off.
Campbell police searching for two people accused of trying to steal several cars
CAMPBELL (KRON) — Police in Campbell are searching for two people suspected of trying to steal several cars. Police said the two suspects entered three unlocked cars and rummaged through the contents of each vehicle. “After contacting the owners of the three vehicles, Officers determined that property was taken from two of them, including paperwork, money, and an iPhone. No damage was done to any of the vehicles,” public information officer Gary Berg said in a press release.
San Francisco police searching for man accused of attacking woman
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Police are searching for the man suspected of attacking a woman in San Francisco. KRON has obtained surveillance video of the suspect. It happened around 10 a.m. Thursday morning on Webster and Buchanan streets in the Northern District. Police said the suspect had followed the woman a few blocks before attacking her. She was able to escape without injury. The suspect is described as a white man, with dark, blonde hair. He is between 6 feet and 6 feet 3 inches tall, police said.
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