Halifax
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Storm Boelo: The Yorkshire attractions and events affected by high winds
A number of events and attractions in Yorkshire have been affected by the high winds brought to the region by Storm Boelo.
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NATH'S NATTERS: Super League or job security? Post-Bulls moves make for debate
TALKING to Chris Atkin this week, I expected the conversation to centre around his exit from Bradford Bulls, but his points about Riley Dean caught my eye.
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Films at the Odeon, fish and chips, and Double Diamond: Teenage nights out in York
Remembering teenage nights out in York: films at the Odeon, fish and chips, underage pints and the last bus home.
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Films at the Odeon, fish and chips, and Double Diamond: Teenage nights out in York
Remembering teenage nights out in York: films at the Odeon, fish and chips, underage pints and the last bus home.
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I tried a Japanese-inspired head spa to improve my scalp health and hair
DO you ever think about the state of your scalp?
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Romanian gang use cruel cash machine trick to steal £40,000 from pensioners
This is the moment a Romanian gang used a cruel cash machine trick to steal over £40,000 from unsuspecting pensioners.
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Real Markets organisers in Halifax forced to cancel Sunday event due to wind forecast
A prediction of wind gust speeds this weekend has forced organisers of Real Markets in Halifax to cancel their event on Sunday.
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Calderdale College expands creative facilities at historic Dean Clough site
NEW art and design facilities have opened to support the next generation of creative talent
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New 800-space car park to open at hospital - how much it will cost you to use
Calderdale Royal Hospital new multi-storey car park to open on Saturday - here's how much parking will cost.
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Yorkshire TV writer Sally Wainwright among recognised for TV series Riot Women
TheALLBRIGHT has launched a new annual list of women over 40 who have made their mark in the past year - and Yorkshire TV writer Sally Wainwright is on the list for Riot Women.
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Longest-staying dog at RSPCA centre finds new home after 3 years
He was rescued with suspected hunting injuries.
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Woman spent £350,000 she defrauded from her employer on 'significant' habit
She is now beginning a time in prison for what was described as “an appalling abuse of trust”.
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WATCH: Teen driver crashes after 90mph police chase causing £10,000 damage
Video footage released by West Yorkshire Police shows the Audi speeding through streets.
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65mph storm threatens East Coast with flooding and dangerous winds
Subtropical Storm Josephine is pushing north from the U.S. Northeast coast, bringing some coastal flooding and possible gale-force winds
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Quality Street makes major change to iconic tubs for Christmas 2026
Quality Street tubs will feature a Monopoly-themed design this Christmas, with shoppers able to win up to £20,580 or a Monopoly: Quality Street Edition gameboard.
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Six European destinations included in ‘Best of the World’ selection
National Geographic has curated its list of 25 must-visit places for 2027, with six destinations in Europe making the cut, including the Tricity area in Poland and Vestland in Norway. #EuropeNews
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Teen caused £10,000 damage during 90mph police chase through Halifax
A teenage driver who caused £10,000 damage after leading police on a 90mph chase through Halifax has been sentenced.
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Duo with 'quirky look' and 'phenomenal musicianship' to headline Piece Hall
Known for their high-energy alt-indie rock, the duo has earned viral fame with a KEXP live session that has now surpassed 20 million views.
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'I thought I was going to die': Mother strangled and held captive by childhood friend
A mother was strangled and punched by her friend when he "trapped" her in his flat overnight - after inviting her in for a brew.
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Corner of Yorkshire: East Park which opened the day of Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee
The creation of municipal public spaces became fashionable in the mid-19th century, the earliest example being the Derby Arboretum funded by a private benefactor. As the movement spread, Halifax saw the People’s Park open in 1857, London its Battersea Park in 1858, and Pearson Park was established in North Hull two years later.
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Bottlenose whales may look after each other when they’re sick
Northern bottlenose whales are more likely to stick together when individuals are poorly or emaciated
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Hugely influential electronic music legends announced for Piece Hall
ELECTRONIC music legends Kratwerk are heading for Piece Hall next summer.
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My List: Assistant director of Calendar Girls Abbe Robinson shares her list
Abbe Robinson has a long-standing association with Bingley Little Theatre and is currently the director for their latest production, Frozen. Abbe has been an assistant director on films including Calendar Girls, Asylum and Brideshead Revisited and was recently senior producer for Bradford City of Culture 2025 and was one of the creators of the re-staging of The Railway Children on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway. She was the artistic director and producer of Light Night Leeds for nearly a decade, and she directed many short films for her own company, Mad Cat Productions. Abbe lives near Wakefield with her two children.
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Halifax’s Piece Hall to host iconic electronic music pioneers
ELECTRONIC music pioneers Kraftwerk will head to Halifax next summer
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Historic treasures worth thousands set to go under the hammer in Yorkshire
A gilt-bronze table suite, once part of the contents of Skibo Castle, is one of the many items that will soon be up for auction with Tennants.
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Exceptional mansion with panoramic views and iconic rooftop dome on market
It was a private home before becoming a conference hall and hotel.
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Historic treasures worth thousands set to go under the hammer in Yorkshire
A gilt-bronze table suite, once part of the contents of Skibo Castle, is one of the many items that will soon be up for auction with Tennants.
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Exploring the history of Halifax's pantomime story
Pantomime plays a huge part in Britain’s theatre scene, lifting spirits and laughter from festive audiences and, with every double entendre, a few eyebrows along the way.
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Christa Pike case shows why UK was right to abolish death penalty: Christa Ackroyd
I was going to tell you this week about the most wonderful uplifting family day at the Horse of the Year show.
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How a First World War watch led to a British Empire Medal for County Durham man
The lifelong passion that led to a County Durham historian being honoured ahead of the launch of the 2026 Poppy Appeal. PETER BARRON reports
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Piece Hall Christmas Markets 2026 - Everything visitors need to know
Find out everything you need to know about The Piece Hall Christmas Markets, including dates, traders, entertainment and festive events.
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Shed Seven reveal Bootham Crescent dream and planning for new show
Shed Seven have shared their excitement at a stadium show for the first time at York’s LNER Community Stadium in May.
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Shed Seven reveal Bootham Crescent dream and planning for new show
Shed Seven have shared their excitement at a stadium show for the first time at York’s LNER Community Stadium in May.
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Returning Bulls icon says Saints balance can be found as Bradford drop division
Bradford Bulls head coach Amy Hardcastle wants to get the women’s team back on track, while she stays at St Helens and despite the Odsal side dropping down.
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‘It had to be York’: Shed Seven announce biggest-ever headline show
Shed Seven will headline their biggest-ever show at York’s LNER Community Stadium on May 29, joined by The Ks, Reverend and the Makers and The Mersey Beatles.
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Another major name added to The Piece Hall’s 2027 summer series
PETE Tong is bringing the sounds of Ibiza to Halifax with his world-famous Ibiza Classics show
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‘It had to be York’: Shed Seven announce biggest-ever headline show
Shed Seven will headline their biggest-ever show at York’s LNER Community Stadium on May 29, joined by The Ks, Reverend and the Makers and The Mersey Beatles.
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‘We haven’t split up until I say we’ve split up' - Man made acid attack threat
He monitored the woman’s phone, tracked where she was and who she was with, and made threats to burn down her home with her and her children inside.
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The UK's lowest-rated bank has been revealed – with queues the biggest complaint
A study of 849 UK bank branches found more than one in five had Google ratings below three stars. See which branches scored lowest and what customers liked best
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Stunning detached barn conversion for just over £700,000 - here's what you get
A five-bedroom barn conversion with valley views is for sale in Northowram.
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Takeaway that has 'weekly turnover of around £3,000' put up for sale
The family’s plans included delivering curries to customers and building a larger takeaway operation.
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Marsters and Blake backed up by duo as Bulls collecting caps galore
THERE are international call ups galore going on right now at Bradford Bulls, with Bailey Alexander, Tom Martin, Waqa Blake and Esan Marsters all selected.
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Cannabis farm worth £650,000 found behind fake wall - 3 arrested
Three men were found at the scene and were arrested and charged.
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From Coachella to Halifax: Indie-pop star announces Piece Hall show
INDIE-POP star Suki Waterhouse is set to perform live in Halifax
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Kind-hearted roofer 'overwhelmed' at support to rebuild fire-damaged family home
A roofer is leading a community effort to rebuild a family home gutted by fire.
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'I lived in the same village as this hidden Yorkshire gem - I didn't know it was there for years'
Linda Oldbridge is a member of Follifoot WI and the person behind the WI’s Ladies in Leather calendar, which is raising money for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
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Have you seen Iveta? Police issue appeal after teenager goes missing overnight
West Yorkshire Police appeal for information to find missing 15-year-old Iveta from Halifax, with links to Manchester. Call 101, ref 148.
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Police want to identify these people in West Yorkshire - here's why
Police are seeking potential witnesses and suspects linked to alleged crimes across West Yorkshire.
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Armed police swoop in early hours as 39-year-old man arrested during operation
West Yorkshire Police arrest a 39-year-old man after an armed early-morning operation.
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How many of these Yorkshire sayings do you understand?
Yorkshire folk have long been known for their distinctive way of speaking. From the mills of Bradford and Halifax to the dales and market towns of the county, many traditional words and phrases have survived for generations.