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Dolly Parton's 'incredible' book scheme praised
Dolly Parton visited Rotherham in 2007 to launch the Imagination Library scheme in Europe Tributes have been paid to Dolly Parton from branches of her Imagination Library charity across Yorkshire. The much-loved singer died, aged 80, after a "brief battle with cancer", her management team said on Tuesday. Set up in 1995, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has provided free books to millions of children in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and Republic of Ireland.
Driver denies causing mum and daughter's deaths
A man accused of racing a motorist moments before the other vehicle struck and killed a mother and daughter has denied charges of causing their deaths by dangerous driving. Justyna Hulboj, 27, and four-year-old Lena Czepczor were hit by an Audi TT on the pavement on Scott Hall Road in Leeds while walking to nursery on 16 January 2023. Jasskamal Riyat, 37, was driving a BMW 1 Series closely behind the Audi and is on trial at Leeds Crown Court.
Could giant tuna fishing be set for a comeback?
"For a UK fish they are the most exciting and spectacular you can get by a country mile, no question." Catching an Atlantic bluefin tuna is often a career highlight for an angler. Last weekend a commercial vessel's crew caught and landed a 338kg fish off the coast of Whitby, becoming the first to do so in the North Sea for an estimated 60 years. The following day, they did it again, with the story generating national and international headlines.
ScanSource Delivers Strong Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results Original
ScanSource Delivers Strong Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results Hardware Demand Drove 17% Net Sales Growth for Q4 Announces Agreement to Acquire MicroAge, a Leading IT Solutions Integrator GREENVILLE, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex technologies, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2026.
Police find body in search for missing woman
Follow Police find body in search for missing woman Wed, August 19, 2026 at 1:45 PM EDT Police find body in search for missing woman Police searching for a woman who was missing for almost four weeks have found a body. The body was discovered inside a black vehicle found in undergrowth down an embankment on the A172, at its junction with the A19 near the Cleveland Tontine, on Tuesday evening, North Yorkshire Police said.
Police find body in search for missing woman
Police find body in search for missing woman Wed, August 19, 2026 at 5:45 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Police find body in search for missing woman Police searching for a woman who was missing for almost four weeks have found a body. The body was discovered inside a black vehicle found in undergrowth down an embankment on the A172, at its junction with the A19 near the Cleveland Tontine, on Tuesday evening, North Yorkshire Police said.
Police find body in search for missing woman
Police find body in search for missing woman Wed, 19 August 2026 at 5:45 pm UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Police find body in search for missing woman Police searching for a woman who was missing for almost four weeks have found a body. The body was discovered inside a black vehicle found in undergrowth down an embankment on the A172, at its junction with the A19 near the Cleveland Tontine, on Tuesday evening, North Yorkshire Police said.
First giant tuna caught off Yorkshire since 1960s
Atlantic bluefin tuna have been caught off the coast of Yorkshire for the first time in an estimated 60 years. The giant fish had not been seen in the North Sea since the 1960s due to overfishing and the depletion of herring shoals, according to researchers from the University of Exeter who have now tagged six off Whitby.
First giant tuna caught off Yorkshire since 1960s
Atlantic bluefin tuna have been caught off the coast of Yorkshire for the first time in an estimated 60 years. The giant fish had not been seen in the North Sea since the 1960s due to overfishing and the depletion of herring shoals, according to researchers from the University of Exeter who have now tagged six off Whitby.
Man jailed over one-punch death after pub row
A man who fatally punched a fellow regular at a pub in a row over a phone charger has been jailed for five years after being convicted of manslaughter. Harry Mannion, 28, punched 62-year-old Tony Powles to the ground during a row at the Red Lion on Batley Road in Wakefield on 9 October. Powles, a father-of-four who was due to marry his partner the following week, suffered a "catastrophic brain injury" when he hit his head on the floor and died 13 days later, Leeds Crown Court heard.
Police search site over woman's 1992 disappearance
Follow Police search site over woman's 1992 disappearance Mon, August 10, 2026 at 3:45 AM EDT Patricia Hall disappeared without a trace in 1992 [PA/Family handout] Police are searching a site in Leeds in connection with a woman's disappearance 34 years ago. Patricia Hall, who was 39 and from Pudsey, vanished in 1992 and her body has never been found.
Famous Whale Bone Arch to be replaced by replica
“We both heard a faint knock. We looked at each other, opened the door and glanced down.” The coati who came to tea – and now “waltzes in, eats a pear and falls asleep” I was cooking dinner when I heard what I thought was a knock on the …
Value Scope: Each way horseracing tips from Steve Jones for Goodwood on Wednesday on ITV
Tue, 28 July 2026 at 4:00 pm UTC Steve Jones with his picks for Glorious Goodwood on ITV -Credit:Reach Publishing Services Limited Make it pay with Bay on day two of Glorious Goodwood. BAY ROYALE (1.50) has shown heaps of promise in three novice and maiden races. He now makes his handicap debut and he looks to have been handed an attractive weight.
Value Scope: Each way horseracing tips from Steve Jones for Saturday on ITV
They will have to get up early to stop STELLAR SUNRISE (2.55) from playing a big role in Ascot’s Moet & Chandon International Handicap. Andrew Balding’s three-year-old didn’t look at all comfortable on softer ground in the Listed Surrey Stakes at Epsom on Oaks day early last month. He had earlier looked very good when bolting up in a competitive Newbury contest on his first start of the season.
NBA rookie rankings: Who's at the head of the class after Summer League?
With Summer League officially in the rearview mirror, it's a good time to build a list of what we just witnessed. The context of Summer League can lead to varied results. Bucket-getting tends to stand out, but it's also a chance to see the little things. Was there consistency throughout? Was there improvement? The fun of this exercise is the timing. In July, there is a chance for players to be highlighted in ways they may not be come the regular season.
Mr Motivator delivers fitness class at care home
Tuesday afternoons at Lindley Park Care Home in Huddersfield are usually a time for relaxing, a short walk or enjoying something from the tea trolley as it makes it way round the peaceful 61-bed facility, which provides residential care and care for those with dementia. But today, it is party time. Mr Motivator, the 90s TV icon and original fitness influencer, is in town to deliver a fitness class to nine of the home's 42 residents.
Murder charge after man, 32, fatally stabbed
Steve Jones - Yorkshire Sun 12 July 2026 at 12:22 pm UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Peter Norburn, 53, has been charged with murder [Getty Images] A man has been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing in Doncaster. The 32-year-old man died in hospital after suffering a serious knife injury in an incident in Wordsworth Avenue, Balby, on Friday, South Yorkshire Police said.
Police launch manhunt after city shooting
Police have released an image of a man they want to trace after another man was shot in the head. Luqman Khan, from Bradford, is wanted in connection with the shooting, which happened at the junction of Gaythorne Road and Parsonage Road, in West Bowling, just before 23:00 BST on Wednesday. The victim, a 28-year-old man, remains in hospital with "life-threatening" head injuries, West Yorkshire Police said.
Citizen groups document signs in museums and national parks amid Trump pressure
As America celebrates its 250th year of independence, many of us are reflecting on our history, visiting national parks and museums. But for thousands of visitors, they’re also on a mission. News4 caught up with Rosie Click at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, walking among the images of the American presidents she’s studied. “Their text has been replaced with excerpts from a speech,” she noted.
Woman dies after car crash on A19 near Thirsk
Fri, July 3, 2026 at 4:59 PM UTC The woman was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on Wednesday A woman has died after the car she was driving collided with a vehicle travelling in the opposite direction on the A19 near Thirsk. The crash, involving a Skoda Fabia travelling south and a grey BMW travelling north, took place close to the village of Great Thirkleby at about 14:20 BST on Wednesday, North Yorkshire Police said.
Men jailed for cannabis farm near police station
Follow Men jailed for cannabis farm near police station Sheraz Ahmed, left, and Hung Nguyen have been jailed for producing cannabis [West Yorkshire Police] Two men have been jailed for their part in producing a multi-million pound cannabis farm on the same street as a police station. Officers made the discovery on Nelson Street, near Bradford city centre, on 25 November 2024 after a strong smell of cannabis was detected coming from the building located close to Trafalgar House Police Station.
Akinfenwa becomes shareholder in non-league club
Tue, June 30, 2026 at 8:48 AM UTC Adebayo Akinfenwa became a cult figure during his playing days Former professional footballer Adebayo Akinfenwa has become a shareholder of phoenix club FC Farsley. Akinfenwa, a cult figure among football fans due to his larger-than-life-frame and personality, is a former teammate of FC Farsley owner and manager David Stockdale, who completed a takeover of the Leeds club - then known as Farsley Celtic - in December last year.
Parents and teachers welcome school smartphone ban
Schools and trusts in England must now ensure they are phone-free Parents and head teachers in Yorkshire have welcomed a ban on smartphones in schools. As of Monday, schools and trusts in England are legally responsible for ensuring they are phone-free throughout the day.
'Worth every penny', say England fans at World Cup
"It's brilliant, everybody is here for a party and it's exactly that." England fans at the World Cup to roar on the Three Lions have hailed their "once-in-a-lifetime" experience in the US as they backed Thomas Tuchel's men to bring football home. England, who are through to the knockout stages, beat Panama 2-0on Saturday, with football fans from across Yorkshire among the thousands in New Jersey to cheer on the team. "Everywhere we go everybody has got a smile on their face.
'Worth every penny', say travelling England fans at World Cup
Binman's 'maggot' warning to anyone with wheelie bins outside As more people in England get used to the idea of separating their food waste, a binman has claimed there is one serious mistake to avoid, as it …
New Website Helps Homeowners Find the Right Trees and Plants Without the Overwhelm
A row of Thuja Green Giant arborvitae transforms an open backyard into a more private and inviting outdoor retreat. Fast-growing and evergreen, these trees provide natural screening and year-round beauty for homeowners. TreeCityNursery.com Introduces a Simpler Way to Shop for Landscape Plants and Garden Favorites Many people know what they want their landscape to do, but they aren't always sure which plants will get them there.
Mel B in World Cup domestic abuse awareness push
Steve Jones - Yorkshire Wed, June 17, 2026 at 2:37 p.m. UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mel B has spoken out in support of the 'Unspoken Stat' campaign [Sarah Jeynes/BBC] Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown has backed a campaign to highlight the rise in reports of domestic violence when England play football. One recent study suggested incidents rose by 38% when the national side lost and 26% when they won or drew.
I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol
Kijkwijzer 12 Drugs Groftaalgebruik In 2026 is het precies 50 jaar geleden dat de debuutsingle van The Sex Pistols, Anarchy in the UK, uitkwam. Punk werd geboren: loeihard, brutaal, vuil en ruw, en met opgeheven middelvinger veroorzaakte de groep een ware schokgolf in de door crisis en werkloosheid geteisterde VK.
Thirty arrested in domestic and child abuse operation
Thirty people have been arrested as part of a police operation targeting perpetrators of domestic and child abuse in West Yorkshire. Det Insp Tom Littlewood said it had been focused on wanted offenders suspected of causing "some of the greatest harm in our communities". As result of the arrests made between 21 May and 10 June, seven people were charged with a number of offences, a force spokesperson confirmed.
Can Stephon Castle swing the Finals? How the Spurs' second-year star is setting the tone against Knicks
In the wake of the Spurs taking Game 3, my mind is stuck on a postgame quote Dylan Harper gave about Stephon Castle, who hit two clutch free throws to seal the 115-111 victory on Monday. Harper was asked by ESPN's Scott Van Pelt about what makes his teammate smile. He replied, "Nothing." Stick with me. Let's think about what Castle's play has meant for the Spurs all season long. The drives speak for themselves, the playmaking has continued to grow and the defense has announced itself at every turn.
How Loudoun schools' superintendent sees the parents' rights battle
Loudoun County Public Schools’ superintendent will testify on Capitol Hill this week at a House hearing on “ ‘breaking Trust, attacks on parents’ rights, inappropriate content and legal abuses in America’s schools.” Since President Donald Trump took office, the Northern Virginia School district has been under investigation by the Department of Education and the Department of Justice, and is now the focus of the House education committee.
Knicks vs. Spurs: 3 battlegrounds to watch in Game 2 and beyond, including the KAT-Wemby clash Original
The New York Knicks took home-court advantage in the NBA Finals with (another) win in Game 1. That is now 12 straight victories this postseason, making them one of three teams to win 12+ straight (2017 Warriors, 1999 Spurs). No matter the task, they've continued to add to an already historic playoff run — a run that is bringing them closer to a championship.
Have the Thunder solved Victor Wembanyama?
Story by All season long we have seen just how important Victor Wembanyama has been to the Spurs. This playoff run has only served to emphasize it. Wembanyama’s size, skill and versatility are making an impact against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. He averaged 30.3 PPG and 13.3 RPG through the first four games of the series.
Spurs-Thunder: Don't ignore what Dylan Harper is doing as a 20-year-old rookie in the playoffs
If you’ve been watching the San Antonio Spurs, you know exactly what Dylan Harper has brought to the table all year long. If you haven’t, his performance in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder certainly clued you in on what has been building. It’s one thing for a rookie to provide consistent and steady impact for a playoff team. It’s another to do it for a 62-win team.
'A haunted house at the top of your street is fantastic'
East Drive in Pontefract is said to be home to paranormal activity [Steve Jones/BBC] "A haunted house at the top of your street is fantastic," says Pontefract resident Caroline Gibson. While not everyone would agree with her, Caroline and other residents of the town's East Drive have embraced the paranormal activity for which one property there has become infamous.
Can the Pistons' pillars save their season?
In the aftermath of Game 5 between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers, there were quotes about “mental toughness,” “mental fortitude,” and “resiliency, grit.” Based on everything we know from this season, surely those quotes came to describe the Detroit Pistons? No, those were quotes from Kenny Atkinson, Donovan Mitchell and Max Strus of the Cavs.
Reform UK selects Bradford Council group leader
Reform UK has named Stephen Place as its group leader on Bradford Council. The party took 29 of the 87 seats contested at last week's election to end Labour's control of the authority, but fell short of securing majority. The Conservatives are the next biggest party in the council with 18 seats while Labour has been pushed into third with 17.
Pub laughs off 'voice activated' sticker prank
Steve Jones - Yorkshire Wed, May 13, 2026 at 7:43 a.m. UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The stickers have been appearing on equipment including hand dryers and a phone charging machines in recent days [The Stone Roses Bar] Pranksters have brought a smile to the faces pub staff after adding fake voice activated stickers to various machines around the watering hole, including the jukebox and hand dryers.
Reform UK ousts Labour from Wakefield Council
Steve Jones; Gemma Dillon - Yorkshire Reform UK has taken control of Wakefield Council at the expense of the ruling Labour Party, who were almost entirely wiped out. Labour held a comfortable majority on the council after the 2024 election, controlling 48 of 63 seats, but now has just one representative. Reform won 58 seats, with two Liberal Democrat councillors elected and one for the Green Party, Labour and the Conservatives respectively.
NBA playoff round two reactions + WNBA retooling, rebuilding, expansion teams preview
Subscribe to The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue dissecting second-round playoff action! They react to the first two games of the Cavs-Pistons and Lakers-Thunder series, sharing their key takeaways and potential pivot points as those series shift to Cleveland and Los Angeles, respectively.
Reform UK ousts Labour from Wakefield Council
Denise Jeffrey is among dozens of Labour councillors to lose their seats on Wakefield Council Reform UK has taken control of Wakefield Council at the expense of the ruling Labour Party, who were almost entirely wiped out. Labour held a comfortable majority on the council after the 2024 election, controlling 48 of 63 seats, but now has just one representative. Reform won 58 seats, with two Liberal Democrat councillors elected and one for the Green Party, Labour and the Conservatives respectively.
ScanSource Delivers Strong Third Quarter Results Original
ScanSource Delivers Strong Third Quarter Results Reaffirms Outlook for Net Sales and Adjusted EBITDA; Raises Free Cash Flow Outlook GREENVILLE, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex, converging technologies, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended March 31, 2026.
NBA Playoff round two reactions, Lakers-Thunder & Cavs-Pistons preview + WNBA contender check
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones begin dissecting second-round playoff action! They react to the Game 1 victories of the Knicks and Timberwolves, then discuss potential tweaks we may see from the Sixers and Spurs. They also preview the other second-round series -- Lakers-Thunder and Cavs-Pistons -- by digging into the matchups, lineups, and schematic battles that could decide each winner.
Australia sets its sights on Yorkshire's young professionals
For decades, many Brits have travelled Down Under in search of sunnier climes and a more laid-back lifestyle. But how does Western Australia really compare to West Yorkshire, and could the East Coast ever truly top the East Riding? As a new marketing campaign encouraging migration to Australia's Northern Territory targets young people in Yorkshire, we hear from those who have already made the move and others considering it.
LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama and the stars who have defined the first round of the NBA playoffs
The first round of the NBA playoffs is an adventure. All of the preparation to diagnose what a team is, what its tendencies are, and what schemes could work to turn the opponent into something else. It’s a constant battle with one team trying to figure out how to get one side to stop being great, and the other working to put it back on the table. A lot of times these efforts can be intense in the moment, then lost to a bracket historically.
Hawks-Knicks Game 5 takeaways: Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns are a problem
In a pivotal Game 5, in front of an array of celebrities and former New York Knicks legends, the Knicks put their best forward to ensure that Madison Square Garden was rocking. In what felt like their most complete team effort, the Knicks had the right mindset to control this game from start to finish on both ends, winning 126-97 . The Hawks have been game, but this was a reminder that the two games the Knicks lost in this series were by a total of two points.
Nuggets-Timberwolves takeaways: Ayo Dosunmu joins NBA playoff lore while Denver stares down elimination
Sun, 26 April 2026 at 4:45 am UTC 5 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Saturday night in Minnesota was a lot. Ayo Dosunmu’s star turn was unexpected, but there he was carrying the Timberwolves on his back without two of their best players. With Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo both ruled out, Dosunmu went off for a career-high 43 points off the bench. The Wolves gutted it out for a 112-96 win and now the Denver Nuggets are staring down elimination.
Nuggets-Timberwolves takeaways: Jaden McDaniels backs up his talk, as Minnesota dominates Game 3 with defense
Story by This wasn’t close. With the Denver Nuggets missing Aaron Gordon with a calf injury, the Minnesota Timberwolves jumped out to a 25-11 first-quarter lead in Game 3 and never looked back. The Wolves came away with a 113-96 victory and a 2-1 series lead behind a team effort and a dominating defensive performance that included holding Nikola Jokić to 27 points on 7-for-26 shooting. Let’s get to some takeaways.
NBA playoffs 2026: Can the underdog Lakers find a path to success against the Rockets?
Folks, it’s that time of the year. Roll up the sleeves, splash some water on the face and let’s get ready for playoff basketball. The regular season is the start of the journey. A team grows, builds, develops and believes. A vessel to guide you on your path to know what you need come playoff time. Now comes the hard part: doing it against other good teams with the same hopes and dreams. We don’t have to take much time to agree on one thing: winning a championship is very difficult.
Snooker world turns out to remember John Virgo
Stars of the green baize turned out in snooker's home city for a memorial service to former player and commentator John Virgo. Virgo, who died aged 79 in February, reached the World Snooker Championship semi-finals at the city's Crucible in 1979 and was a professional for 18 years before picking up the microphone for the BBC in 1994. Ahead of the start of this year's competition on Saturday, the service in Virgo's memory took place earlier at Sheffield Cathedral, a short walk from the Crucible.
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