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Kids most likely to twag in these Yorkshire areas as 'far too many' skip school
The government keep raising fines - but teachers urge to look at causes, from term time holiday prices to poverty

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Air pollution killed in every Yorkshire area in single year - full list of deadly hotspots
An environmental organisation said growing evidence of the risks air pollution poses to health shows the Government must do more to protect people from dangerous pollutants

Forget Japan, here are the best places to see cherry blossoms in the UK
The UK is home to some of the most spectacular springtime destinations.
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Man dies after being hit by Audi which fled scene as police quiz four
The car failed to stop at the scene

Members of trade union Unite conduct day of action in Bradford
Community members of trade union Unite are conducting a day of action as part of the Unite Energy 4 All campaign.
Plans to strengthen wall will help keep rodents out of Grade I landmark building
Removing and reinstating brickwork and repointing the exterior wall of a heritage 18th century landmark building will help prevent pests such as rats from being able to get into its wall cavity.
Roads policing officers from Bradford target illegal bike operation
Specialist police from across West Yorkshire have seized illegal bikes and taken action against unsafe drivers in a special operation in Kirklees communities.
Concern over quad bikes and off-road motorcycles damaging park in Bradford
Police are cracking down on parking issues and anti-social behaviour in Bowling and Barkerend.
Police issue advice after mobile phone stolen from car on Bradford street
Police have issued crime prevention advice after a mobile phone was stolen from a car in Bradford.
Tips to pay less as 'Awful April' sees huge bills increase for Bradford households
Households across the Bradford district are facing across-the-board increases in their bills as “awful April” takes effect.
Man who grabbed woman by neck during argument is sentenced
A man who grabbed a woman by the neck during an argument has narrowly avoided an immediate prison sentence at Bradford Crown Court.
Bradford fundraiser brings joy to poorly kids at hospital during Eid
A Bradford fundraiser has helped to put smiles on poorly children's faces at Airedale Hospital during Eid.
Bradford City fan shares Spanish football love at Lunchtime Sporting Lecture
BRADFORD City fan Rob Kilvington brings a touch of Spanish sunshine to North Parade on Saturday, when he tells stories about his second sporting love, Real Betis, at the Record Cafe’s latest Sporting Lunchtime Lecture.
Teenage girl reported missing from the Bradford area
A TEENAGE girl has been reported missing from Bradford.
HMRC Child Benefit increase next week confirmed for millions of families
Families who claim Child Benefit will see an increase in their payment next week, says HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
What garden fence am I legally responsible for in the UK? All to know
The law around who owns which fence can be rather blurry in the UK with many popular misconceptions confusing homeowners up and down the country.
How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK?
Fences are a common way to divide property lines in residential areas of the UK. However, there are restrictions in place on how tall these can be.
Parts of Bradford district could be as warm as Barcelona and Ibiza this week
Parts of Bradford could be as warm as Barcelona and Ibiza this week - with the spring equinox expected to be the warmest day of 2025.
Fire crews from Bradford station sent to tackle fire in Little Germany quarter
FIRE CREWS attended an incident in the heart of Bradford's Little Germany area.
Millions to get pay rise of up to £1,400 from today - what to know
The pay rise for more than 3 million workers comes as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase