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TRAVEL UPDATE: Lane closed for ‘safety’ on M62 causing delays
Lane 1 on the M62 is closed eastbound between J30 Oulton and J31 Normanton, according to National Highways Yorkshire. This is due to an issue with a bridge joint and uneven surface. Specialist contractors are currently being arranged and repairs will be carries out...
TRAVEL UPDATE: Lane closed for ‘safety’ on M62 causing delays
Lane 1 on the M62 is closed eastbound between J30 Oulton and J31 Normanton, according to National Highways Yorkshire. This is due to an issue with a bridge joint and uneven surface. Specialist contractors are currently being arranged and repairs will be carries out...
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Man sent to prison after setting fire to van near nursery
A man who set fire to a van parked near a nursery in Bridlington, was sentenced at Hull Crown Court on Friday 31 October.
York’s smoking rate drops to one of country’s lowest
Adult smoking rates in York have dropped to just 6.7%, making the city 8th lowest in the country for nicotine use.
15 arrested after Bradford police raids recover drugs, stolen vehicles and £120,000 cash
The raids took place on Friday 24 October in the Holme Wood area of Bradford, and led to the arrests of 15 people.
New business group formed to challenge city’s economic priorities
A group of 25 local business leaders in Doncaster have joined together to provide insight, guidance and challenge the city’s economic priorities.
The fight for Sheffield Wednesday: levelling the unfair playing field
Further arrests have been made after organised crime warrants were executed in Bradford
Detectives have made a number of arrests in relation to organised crime warrants executed in Holme Wood on Friday 24 October.
New director appointed for children and young people services
A social worker with a history of outstanding work has been appointed as the corporate director for children and young people in North Yorkshire. El Mayhew, who is currently director of children and families at Hertfordshire County Council, will join her new role in...
Group of men wanted in connection with West Street assault
South Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about five men in their 20s, who allegedly assaulted a man on West Street, Sheffield. On 12 October at 3am, it was reported a man and woman were approached by five men, the group then assaulted the man and punched...
Road closures across Hull for Remembrance Sunday
A number of temporary road closures will be in effect across Hull on 9 November for Remembrance Sunday.
West Yorkshire’s net zero delivery plan to be showcased to world leaders
The mayor is in Rio De Janeiro this week for the C40 World Mayors Summit, as she joins leaders from around the world to push for more action on climate change.