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Batley enters race for UK Town of Culture 2028

Batley has officially submitted its bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028, putting the town forward on a national stage. The bid is led by BatleyHub,...

Hajj dreams and hidden dangers: Police warn of rising fraud as Traitors star shares his journey

For millions of Muslims, the journey to Hajj is a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual milestone, a sacred obligation built on faith, sacrifice and years of saving....

Plan to turn section of madrassah into mosque is refused

Plans to convert part of a madrassah on a residential street into a mosque have been refused by a planning committee. Although the applicants had...

Starmer sets out UK stance on Iran conflict and unveils cost-of-living support

Keir Starmer has outlined Britain’s response to the escalating conflict involving Iran, while announcing a package of measures aimed at shielding households from rising...

100 tonnes of fly tipped waste cleared from unadopted streets and alleys

Over 100 tonnes of fly-tipped waste has been removed from unadopted Bradford streets in the past year. Councillors will be told that there are “many...

Flights suspended at world’s busiest international airport, after US and Israeli military strikes in Iran

Flights have been suspended at Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest international airport, after US and Israeli military strikes on Iran triggered widespread airspace...

First look at rail overhaul plan for Slaithwaite and Marsden

Slaithwaite and Marsden railway stations are set to be overhauled as new plans are unveiled as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU). The TRU...

From the Grand Prix to the Grand Iftar: Silverstone and Banqueting House make Ramadan history

From the roar of Formula 1 engines to the hush of sunset prayer, Ramadan 2026 is beginning in spectacular fashion, with some of Britain’s...

Kirklees Community Alliance registers as political party

A Kirklees Council group is now officially registered as a political party and wants to give local people a “stronger voice”. Led by former council...

Flags lowered as leader praises “exceptional” councillor

Flags are at half mast at Leeds Civic Hall as tributes are paid following the death of an “exceptional” city councillor. Mahalia France-Mir served as a...

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