Piran Ditta Khan, mastermind of robbery linked to PC Beshenivsky’s murder, died in prison while serving life sentence. Ringleader in PC Beshenivsky Murder Case Dies in Prison Aged 76 Piran Ditta Khan died in prison this February. He was 76 years old. Khan’s death will be investigated. He was serving time for a terrible crime.…
Explore Keighley Tarn’s transformation: from marshland to a popular Victorian skating destination and later, a boating lake. Keighley Tarn: From Marshland to Skating Hotspot and Boating Lake The Aire Valley once had several tarns. A tarn is like a small mountain lake. The name “tarn” comes from old Norse. “Tjorn” meant mountain lake back then.…
Planning decisions include extensions in Queensbury and Bradford, plus tree work at Haworth and Oakworth Primary Schools. Bradford Planning: Decisions Made Around Late December and Early January Someone tweaked a garage roof in Bingley, changing it from pointy to flat. The address is Langroyd Parkside, BD16 4AD. The council approved this minor adjustment on January…
Over 7,000 drink-drive arrests in West Yorkshire in three years. Leeds sees most arrests in the last year alone. Drink Driving Arrests High in West Yorkshire Police Data Shows West Yorkshire Police had many drink-driving arrests. Data covers December 2021 to November 2024. They arrested 7,254 people and 5,685 people faced charges. Their arrest numbers…
Bradford Council says pedestrianization improves safety after £43M city center project. Some question accessibility. Bradford Pedestrian Zone Enhances Safety Council Leaders Affirm Bradford spent £43 million to improve the city center. Council leaders claim safety improved due to pedestrianization and that people avoid traffic now. However, some question the practicality and accessibility of the changes,…
A police officer’s appearance in a Bismillah Phones TikTok video led to a West Yorkshire Police review. The officer received feedback. Police Officer in TikTok Video Sparks Review in West Yorkshire Okay, so you know Bismillah Phones on TikTok? They posted a video last Friday showing a police officer in uniform at their James Gate…
Feedback from 4,900 people on the Bradford to Leeds transit plans will shape West Yorkshire’s biggest project. Public Shares Views on Bradford Tram Plans Transit System Okay, check this out. They’re planning a big transit system. It’s for West Yorkshire, between cities. Two main lines are planned first. One goes from Bradford to Leeds. The…
HH Hair, a Shipley salon, is a finalist in the Best Hairdresser 2025 contest thanks to loyal customer nominations. HH Hair Shortlisted for Best Hairdresser in Bradford Competition The Best Hairdresser 2025 contest is underway. Readers nominated their favorite hairdressers, and organizers narrowed down the list to ten finalists. They are now featuring each finalist,…
Hasan Kazi admits 9 charges related to housing violations at two Bradford properties. Sentencing is set for April. Bradford Landlord Admits Charges Relating to Two Properties on Easby Road Hasan Kazi was in court. It happened at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates court on Thursday morning. He admitted to nine charges about two houses on Easby…
Style Counsel, a salon in Idle, could be named Bradford’s best. The salon is a finalist for a prestigious award after 41 years. Idle Salon Style Counsel Vies for Best Hairdresser in Bradford Honor Style Counsel is a salon on Bradford Road. It has been in Idle for over forty years. Andrea Mann always dreamed…