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[
"Lauren Ballinger"
] | 2016-08-27T10:48:44 | null | 2016-08-27T10:00:00 | Martin, of Donaldson's Vets, describes how to know if your cat or dog is in pain | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Flifestyle%2Fyou-know-how-recognise-pain-11794784.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11796355.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS65556862.jpg | en | null | Do you know how to recognise pain in your pet? Vet Martin Paterson has some tips | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Controlling and relieving pain in animals is one of the most basic and important aspects of modern veterinary medicine.
With a range of powerful products, proceedures and treatments available, it is now possible to manage pain very effectively.
Pain can be difficult to recognise in animals, because they cannot tell us in words what is hurting them.
We can assume that if a condition would be painful in a person, the same condition would be painful in our pets.
Although all animals experience pain, the expression of pain varies with age and species, as well as between individuals.
Dogs tend to show obvious behavioural changes when they are in pain and there are situations where we can safely assume, from the signs shown, that a dog is experiencing pain, such as with obvious injuries or after some surgical procedures. In some cases, the evidence that a dog might be in pain is more subtle.
Possible indications of pain include a long list of signs such as: excessive/inappropriate panting; changes in sleeping patterns; licking or chewing at a particular part of the body; lameness; difficulty rising from a lying/sitting position; flattening ears against the head or changed facial expression.
Just like people, individual dogs undergoing the same procedure or having the same problems may experience or express their pain differently.
Martin Paterson of Donaldson & Partners Veterinary Surgeons
Cats are more likely to hide their pain. For that reason, spotting signs of pain in cats is often more difficult than it is in dogs.
It is important not to look at a cat’s actual behaviour, but at any changes in his or her behaviour that may indicate pain.
For example, inappropriate toileting, aggression, anxiety and bizarre behaviour may all have pain as an underlying cause.
Signs specific to pain in cats can include: reduced activity; lethargy ; aggression; moodiness; resentment at being handled; howling or constantly meowing droopy ears; slanted half closed eyes and inappropriate toileting.
If you think that your pet might be hurting, consult your veterinary surgeon for help. Even subtle changes in behaviour are reasons to contact your vet, because these can be the first signs of illness and pain.
You, as an owner, play an essential role in the ongoing assessment of pain in your pet and the success of its management! | http://www.examiner.co.uk/lifestyle/you-know-how-recognise-pain-11794784 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/e2e459c97e6d8c714fba369203ed8ae7f58def1f7e0173ac1f9724bdfaec31a2.json |
[
"Gina Colley"
] | 2016-08-28T20:48:18 | null | 2016-08-28T21:00:00 | Beaverbrooks is giving away the jewellery in exchange for an engagement snap | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fyou-thinking-popping-question-heres-11804850.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11812615.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98002965.jpg | en | null | Are you thinking of popping the question? Here's how you can win a pair of wedding rings | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Beaverbrooks jewellers on King Street, Huddersfield, is calling on local couples to share their engagement selfie
A jewellers is giving romantic couples a diamond of a chance to win a pair of wedding rings worth £2,000 – in return for a snap of their proposal.
Beaverbrooks, on King Street in Huddersfield town centre, is calling on couples to share their engagement selfie, after finding that 42% capture the special moment to share with friends and family on social media.
Clare Watson, store manager at Beaverbrooks Huddersfield, said: “Engagements are becoming almost as important as the big day itself.
“It’s not only picking the perfect ring that counts for couples but also the location, atmosphere and little details that mean a lot to them that really make a proposal special.
“The rise in social media means that proposals are documented in a way we’ve never seen before. While the ring is still the key focus, couples are going above and beyond to make their engagement memorable and shareable.”
Huddersfield Town centre jewellers Beaverbrooks
The family-run jewellers found 87% of posing partners said it was important for them to look good in their engagement selfie – 53% of women even had their hair done for the occasion, 47% had their nails done and 34% bought a new outfit.
Celebrating the new trend, Beaverbrooks Huddersfield is showcasing this passion for detail by offering local couples the chance to win a pair of wedding rings worth £2,000. Loved-up pairs simply need to post their #engagementselfie to @beaverbrooksthejewellers on Instagram or @beaverbrooks on Facebook and Twitter before September 23.
For more information on the competition and to see a gallery of eight different types of engagement selfies identified by Beaverbrooks, visit beaverbrooks.co.uk/picture-perfect-proposal. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/you-thinking-popping-question-heres-11804850 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/2dc13d6953a817b3e10e28cd88beb6ebbcab4141f8143d998e6874281a10f70c.json |
[
"Martin Shaw"
] | 2016-08-31T12:49:06 | null | 2016-08-31T13:00:00 | Cable repairs after power cut forces partial closure of Hopton Lane | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fsafety-fears-mirfield-after-roadworks-11819893.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11822800.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98280339.jpg | en | null | Safety fears in Mirfield after roadworks partially close country lane | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Works to repair an underground electricity cable have partially closed Hopton Lane in Mirfield.
A councillor has expressed concerns over roadworks which have partially closed a steep and narrow country lane in Mirfield.
Part of Hopton Lane, near the junction with Waste Lane, was shut on Monday after a power cut left dozens of homes without electricity.
The power went off just before 7am and engineers from Northern Powergrid spent several hours investigating the cause.
The problem was traced to an underground cable in Hopton Lane and excavators were brought in.
The pavement was dug up and pedestrian access pushed into the road, forcing the closure of the downhill lane. Warning signs were put up telling drivers to give way to traffic coming uphill.
No temporary traffic lights were installed, leaving residents concerned for safety on a busy road heavily used by commuters, buses, tractors, cyclists and horse-riders.
Power cuts in Mirfield Two Northern Powergrid vans in Hopton Lane, Mirfield - the third is Virgin Media. Still trying to locate the fault underground.
Mirfield Tory councillor Vivien Lees-Hamilton, a driving instructor who lives further up Hopton Lane, said she shared the concerns.
“I will be speaking to Kirklees Council but there is no requirement for temporary traffic lights as the roadworks technically don’t go half-way across the road.
“While the legal box has been ticked the road is effectively closed on one side and we are relying on drivers to be sensible and drive to the conditions. Unfortunately some people don’t do that.”
Clr Lees-Hamilton said Hopton Lane was steep and narrow and had a pavement on one side and a big wall on the other.
Clr Vivien Lees-Hamilton.
“The work crews seem to be taking a leap of faith that drivers will be coming down the hill slow enough to stop and give way if necessary and I will be speaking to the council,” she added.
It is only days since temporary traffic lights were removed from the S-bend further up Hopton Lane above the junction with Hopton Hall Lane.
A burst water main sent water gushing down the hill and temporary lights were installed for repairs to take place.
A burst water main also closed School Lane in Kirkheaton on Sunday and Clr Lees-Hamilton said: “As a driving instructor I get all around Kirklees and I have never seen such a spate of roadworks that we have at the moment.”
Yorkshire Water said on Sunday they had dealt with more than 30 bursts across the county over the weekend.
The works in Hopton Lane could take several days. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/safety-fears-mirfield-after-roadworks-11819893 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/a72f46ae45c3bd25b2e6c6f28185d95973bc80270933734c752c879e9acf5ddc.json |
[
"Susie Beever"
] | 2016-08-26T14:48:25 | null | 2016-08-26T14:28:00 | The service attended after indistrial dust extraction bins overheated | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ffire-crews-called-after-blaze-11804755.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11804986.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97988174.jpg | en | null | Fire crews called after blaze breaks out at John Cotton's factory in Mirfield | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Firefighters were called to the John Cotton factory in Mirfield after machinery overheated.
The Nunbrook Mills site was visited after a dust extraction unit overheated and caught fire last night (Thursday).
Four fire engines from Mirfield, Huddersfield, Rastrick and Cleckheaton went to the scene after being called shortly before midnight.
No-one was hurt in the incident.
Watch commander Darren Bagley, of Huddersfield Fire Station, said: “The unit must have gotten clogged up which resulted in smoke and overheating.”
Some 50 per cent of the bin, which is 10m tall, was involved in fire.
Crews found exposure risks on two sides, and used four breathing apparatus and two small jets with positive pressure ventilation.
Rastrick fire crew commander Elliot Webster said the fire was contained to dust silos (collection bins) which had been emptied.
He said: “It was sizeable enough to command crews into the area with large jets.”
The bedding business, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, continued to operate the following day. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/fire-crews-called-after-blaze-11804755 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/90ca36bbde57b2be1cdf10d2c2b2a7c323dd3f494a579ad8b957c0dd166ff8b8.json |
[
"Blake Welton"
] | 2016-08-29T16:48:26 | null | 2016-08-29T15:50:04 | August's fine run of form has seen another of David Wagner's men selected in the Football League Championship's star team | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-player-made-efl-11815150.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810768.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98094676.jpg | en | null | Which Huddersfield Town player has made it into the EFL Team of the Week this time? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | The Huddersfield Town players celebrate with the fans after the 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Huddersfield Town's hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the weekend has seen another of David Wagner's men chosen for the SkyBet Championship's Team of the Week.
Rajiv van La Parra may have scored the winning goal but it was goalkeeper Danny Ward who has picked up the accolade as Town's sole representative in the weekly EFL awards.
It is now the fourth time out of five Huddersfield have been represented; Aaron Mooy was chosen for his opening day performance against Brentford, David Wagner as Manager of the Week for masterminding the victory away to Newcastle and Chris Lowe last weekend against Barnsley.
Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner celebrates with goalkeeper Danny Ward after the sides' first clean sheet of the season.
But the Welshman, who is currently away on international duty, is more than worthy of the place in the Team of Week - the Examiner's Doug Thomson awarding him 9 out of ten for a string of fine saves and the sides' first clean sheet of the season.
Fans were equally impressed with the on-loan Liverpool goalkeeper's showing - giving him an 8.7 out of ten which was the highest Examiner Player Rating score, followed by Chris Schlinder (8) with Aaron Mooy and Rajiv van La Parra tied in third (7.9).
Many also wrote into the Examiner to praise the keeper with Graham from Huddersfield saying: "No wonder Wagner made a bee-line for Ward at the final whistle after that world class save in the second half!"
Below is the full selection for the SKY BET Championship's Team of the Week Matchday 5. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-player-made-efl-11815150 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/fa9d29bdf5b0992cbcc2ecf4e1442a3bccd70ce50a5e07299f8046e3edf50f72.json |
[
"Andrew Robinson"
] | 2016-08-30T20:48:38 | null | 2016-08-30T20:00:00 | Supply teacher Chris Wilks is in the top three after impressing judges with his quirky video | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fseabrooks-hunt-crisp-taster-could-11819669.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11819870.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98274490.jpg | en | null | Seabrook's hunt for a crisp taster could soon be over | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield man Chris Wilks, who is hoping to become a flavour tester for crisp maker Seabrook Crisps
It’s crunch time for a Huddersfield man who has been shortlisted to win his dream job as a crisp flavour taster.
Chris Wilks is one of just three lucky people to be shortlisted in a nationwide competition to win the ultimate job as Seabrook Crisps’ first ever official flavour taster.
The Bradford-based crisp maker launched a search last month to find its Seabrook Champion, who will test out the brand’s future flavours for a whole year.
Chris Wilks, from Huddersfield, who is hoping to become a flavour tester for Seabrook Crisps
The company was inundated with fun films from fans describing why they should be the honorary champion.
Chris took the opportunity to declare his true love for Seabrook Crisps in his quirky, tongue-in-cheek film clip.
The 38-year-old supply teacher’s clip has been posted on the Seabrook Crisps Facebook page, along with the other two shortlisted films from Janine Allen from Rotherham and Hollie Phimister from Otley.
Followers are invited to ‘like’ their favourite film to crown the overall Champion.
The three finalists will each receive a year’s supply of their favourite Seabrook Crisps crinkle cut flavour, which is a whopping 384 packets of crisps in total.
The winner will also exclusively sample new flavours for the brand and receive a VIP tour of the Seabrook factory in Bradford.
Chris said: “I can’t believe I’ve been shortlisted. It’s an amazing feeling.
Chris Wilks, from Hudderfield, pictured in a film clip he submitted to Seabrook Crisps in a bid to become a flavour taster
“A while back my wife and I were talking about how being a taste tester for Seabrook Crisps would be my dream job, so when we saw the competition on Facebook I knew I had to go for it.
“Being the official Seabrook Champion would genuinely be a dream come true.”
Seabrook Crisps marketing director, Kevin Butterworth, said: “We’re delighted with the response to the Seabrook Champion competition and loved watching all of the clips from our dedicated fans.
“We’re proud of our reputation for making great tasting, crunchy crisps and it’s a fantastic opportunity to work with a true fan to help develop our range even further.
“Good luck to all of those who have made the shortlist.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/seabrooks-hunt-crisp-taster-could-11819669 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/b38a489b753eee790b9749369992e0ce1cf4dfc23e990be3e02a1cb02a5f1423.json |
[
"Martin Shaw"
] | 2016-08-28T14:48:25 | null | 2016-08-28T14:46:23 | Police warn festival goers there is 'no safe way to take drugs' | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fteenager-dies-after-taking-drugs-11811789.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11787021.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS87691883.jpg | en | null | Teenager dies after taking drugs at Leeds Festival | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A teenager has died after taking drugs at Leeds Festival .
The 17-year-old boy from Greater Manchester became critically ill after collapsing at the event shortly after 4.45pm on Saturday.
Paramedics were called after he was discovered by staff and was rushed to St James’ Hospital in Leeds by ambulance.
Despite emergency treatment, he was pronounced dead shortly after midnight.
Police say they believe he had taken drugs ‘immediately before he collapsed’ but they have not specified which substance.
St James’s University Hospital
Specialist officers are supporting his family as an investigation into his death is carried out.
Two other teenagers, also aged 17, have been arrested by officers in Greater Manchester on suspicion of drugs offences in connection with the incident.
Leeds Festival’s police commander, Chief Supt Keith Gilert from West Yorkshire Police , said: “Our thoughts are naturally with the family of the young man at this time.
“They were made aware of the incident by officers as soon as possible and were assisted to attend the hospital as quickly as possible.
“We will continue to support them through this difficult time.
“We are currently investigating the death and how he obtained the substance he took.
“Two males, aged 17, have been arrested in the Greater Manchester area on suspicion of drugs offences and are currently in custody.
“At this time the indications are that the man consumed drugs immediately before he collapsed."
Chief Supt Gilert added: “I would though like to take this opportunity to remind anyone attending the Festival that there is no safe way to take drugs. Taking any illegal drug carries a risk to health and we would always advise people against it, but I would ask that people are particularly conscious of the risks following this young man’s death.
IPCC investigation into Adrian McDonald taser death in 'final stages'
“In partnership with the organisers, Festival Republic, we will continue to take action against those who risk the lives of others by supplying drugs.”
A report will be prepared into the boy’s death and handed over to the coroner.
More than 80,000 music fans have gathered for the annual festival at Bramham Park in Wetherby which this year is being headlined by Foals, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Biffy Clyro. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/teenager-dies-after-taking-drugs-11811789 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/089fbf89978a210dc52e0a4c15fe4174cc4f58620f73e30bcc705513380f8dc0.json |
[
"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-26T13:05:30 | null | 2016-08-25T18:30:00 | The latest gossip from the second tier | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fchampionship-transfer-rumours-aston-villa-11801290.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article7329675.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/Enner.jpg | en | null | Championship transfer rumours: Aston Villa target Premier League striker, Hal Robson-Kanu rumours and Reading linked to Celtic defender | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Aston Villa are reportedly interested in West Ham striker Enner Valencia.
The Daily Mail claim the Ecuadorian international is being chased by Villa boss Roberto Di Matteo, despite featuring in both of West Ham's opening Premier League fixtures.
The 26-year-old joined the Hammers for £12m in 2014 but is now thought to be deemed surplus to requirements by the London-based club.
The Telegraph claim Villa have already had a bid turned down for Valencia, with West Ham keen on bringing in a replacement before letting the South American leave.
The newspaper claim the Hammers are interested in bring Wilfried Bony in on loan or snapping up Italy international Simone Zaza who recently failed to agree a move to Bundesliga side Wolfsburg.
Another relegated club - Newcastle United - are also keen on bringing in more reinforcements this transfer window, despite securing the signing of DeAndre Yedlin yesterday - their ninth arrival of the window.
The Chronicle have reported the Toon are in talks with Palermo defender Achraf Lazaar, who plays predominantly at left-back.
The 24-year-old can also play in midfield and his versatility could see his price tag rise to around €3m.
The Magpies are working on bringing a winger and a striker into St James' Park this summer, but Rafa Benitez sees the Moroccan international as the answer to the left-back problem they have had since the departure of Davide Santon in January, 2015.
Lazaar has attracted interest from West Ham, Southampton and Crystal Palace, but Newcastle look the likeliest to secure the defender's services.
Lionel Messi evades Celtic's Efe Ambrose
Reading have been heavily linked to a defender too - namely, Celtic's Efe Ambrose.
The Daily Express ran an exclusive claiming Royals boss and former Manchester United centre-half Jaap Stam is planning a move for the out-of-favour centre-back.
The 27-year-old has featured just twice under new Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers - in the 1-0 defeat to Lincoln Red Imps and the 1-1 draw with Astana - and Stam is reportedly ready to offer the Ambrose an out - and a change of position at Reading.
The Daily Express claims the manager sees Ambrose as a defensive midfielder, rather than a centre-back, and Reading a readying a £500,000 bid for the Nigeria international.
Wales' Hal Robson-Kanu beat three Belgian defenders and the goalkeeper with three magic touches
Former Reading striker Hal Robson-Kanu has been at the centre of much speculation after scoring that goal against Belgium at Euro 2016.
The 27-year-old is to make his decision on transfer deadline day however, according to his agent Anil Eken, with a number of bids on the table.
He said: "Hal wants to wait until the last day of the transfer window.
"He wants to play for an important team with goals. He wants higher standards and a good project.
"He has numerous offers from different countries. In a week he will make a decision."
Charlie Taylor puts his body on the line for Leeds United
Finally, Liverpool are reported to have entered the race to sign Leeds United defender Charlie Taylor.
The Daily Star claim the Reds are interested in the 22-year-old, along with several other Premier League clubs, despite the White wanting to keep the youngster.
It is claimed Jurgen Klopp wants to bring in another left-back after Spaniard Alberto Moreno's recent performances have left much to be desired. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/championship-transfer-rumours-aston-villa-11801290 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/d18a8ac73bfa2668e223a2547c652aaa71b6a224bb67870c46aaf7a757398ebe.json |
[
"Susie Beever"
] | 2016-08-29T10:48:44 | null | 2016-08-29T10:38:20 | Some reported hearing a "flash and bang" before the electricity was cut | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fresidents-mirfield-heckmondwike-left-without-11813867.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11813843.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98191451.jpg | en | null | Residents in Mirfield and Heckmondwike left without power on Bank Holiday | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Residents in Mirfield and Heckmondwike started their bank holiday in the dark following major power cuts.
A “flash and a bang” was heard from miles around in the WF13 area, before more than 2,000 people were left without power.
A later power cut in Lower Hopton left 110 homes without electricity following a suspected fault in the underground cable network.
Residents have been told not to expect the power to be restored until 3pm on Monday afternoon.
Northern Powergrid said that teams were still investigating the cause of the blackout in Heckmondwike, which was determined only as a “network fault”.
Northern Powergrid
Power went out at 1.30am on Monday and came back on three hours later.
A spokesperson for Northern Powergrid said: “We had 2,025 customers without power at 1.30am. All customers were restored by 4.27am.
“It was a fault on the network, teams are still investigating the cause. Residents reported a flash and bang but we don’t know anything more at this moment.”
People on and around Hopton Lane woke up to no electricity after power cut out at 7am.
Teams were investigating the glitch throughout the morning and worked to restore people’s homes for 3pm. The power cut was put down to an “underground cable fault”.
The spokesman said on Monday morning: “We are currently on site investigating the matter. We apologise to all those affected by the disruptions.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/residents-mirfield-heckmondwike-left-without-11813867 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/bc865584e5e15b1b2fa85bbb9574c4ec0e258346936abe7c83097caf4f89667c.json |
[
"Henryk Zientek"
] | 2016-08-29T16:48:46 | null | 2016-08-29T16:30:00 | BT Openreach criticised for failing to react quickly | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fphones-still-not-working-colne-11813942.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11814146.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98009600.jpg | en | null | Phones still not working in Colne Valley a week after serious blaze and water mains burst | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Engineers are still working to replace a telephone cable damaged by water after a hydrant burst in the centre of Slaithwaite.
BT’s local network business, Openreach, has logged 22 faults from householders whose land lines have been affected as a result of the burst which happened as fire crews were tackling a blaze at the Watershed on Bridge Street last Tuesday.
The burst sent water shooting 50ft into the air but also damaged a section of underground cable.
But Openreach was criticised by one of the residents affected, former telephone engineer Howard Walker, for “lack of local knowledge” which meant the seriousness of the flood was not immediately recognised.
The fire damaged basement of The Watershed, Bridge Street, Slaithwaite.
Mr Taylor, who lives at Crimea Lane, Pole Moor, said his phone and dozens of others went dead shortly after the flooding – but it wasn’t until Friday morning that an engineer was made aware of the extent of the problem.
He also claimed the cable had been in need of replacing for some time.
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Mr Walker has now invested in a 4G router with a large aerial to overcome the problem.
He said: “As an ex-phone engineer I knew from experience that the symptoms indicated water in the cable. Because of a lack of local knowledge Openreach was unaware that many phones on the same cable were out of action. When phones were run locally by BT this fact would have been known within a few minutes. I know as I worked at the local exchange.
Howard Walker of Pole Moor, installing a 4G antenna after repeated problems with BT
“It now looks likely that services will not be restored until the affected cable – which has been damaged for years – will be changed.
“Openreach have refused to replace it for a long time, despite many people complaining.
"They say that few faults have been reported on BT lines. What they do not realise is that as most people in the area have switched to other services and the faults are dealt with by other suppliers’ fault reporting systems so the size of the problem is much bigger than it appears.”
Mr Walker added: “When I complained to BT they told me to change my supplier. As only BT has a network where I live, this attitude is ridiculous.”
A spokesman for BT said: “We have an underground cable which has started to develop faults. BT’s local network business, Openreach currently has 22 faults from households affected by this.
“Engineers have investigated and need to replace around 40 metres of affected cabling and clear out silt and blockages in the ducting.”
He said it was hoped to complete the work and restored services to all those affected by next weekend, adding: “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience whilst this work is being carried out.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/phones-still-not-working-colne-11813942 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/b90b8954e0912ef24348307891c724231ea63fa5d9d5f9381d19341c80892bc6.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-31T08:48:43 | null | 2016-08-31T09:30:00 | The midfielder is in the Australian squad for their crucial World Cup 2018 qualifiers against Iraq and the United Arab Emirates | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-plot-recovery-route-11819892.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11819112.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98094827.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town plot recovery route for key midfielder Aaron Mooy | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town fitness guru Dr John Iga is in touch with Australian football chiefs in a bid to ensure in-form midfielder Aaron Mooy returns from international duty in the best possible shape.
The in-form 25-year-old is in the Socceroos squad for the big World Cup 2018 qualifiers against Iraq and the United Arab Emirates.
The first match takes place in Perth on Thursday (11.30am British time) and the second in Abu Dhabi the following Tuesday (4.30pm British time).
Mooy, who is on loan from Manchester City, will then return ahead of Town’s next Championship game at Leeds United on Saturday week, September 10.
The former Melbourne City man has played a key role in Town’ successful start to the season under David Wagner.
Two points clear at the top of the table, they will seek a fifth win in game six of the campaign at Elland Road.
Dr John Iga (far right) during Huddersfield Town's pre-season training trip in Austria.
Iga, Town’s head of performance services, said: “Obviously there’s a lot of travelling involved for Aaaron.
“By talking to my counterparts at the Australian national team, we can compare data and work out the best way for Aaron to prepare and recover for the two games.
“The aim is to get him back as fresh as he can be.”
It’s the start of the third phase of Asian confederation qualification for 2018, with the Socceroos in a group which also includes Japan, Saudi Arabia and Thailand.
There are home and away games running through to this time next year.
The top two in each of the two groups qualify for the finals.
The two third-placed sides will play each other home and away to determine which takes part in an inter-federation play-off against a nation from CONCACAF (North, Central American and Caribbean). | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-plot-recovery-route-11819892 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/240fe813e7456906910b218ad38320cd99baeddaa0884da21375f7c0ec3bcd57.json |
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"Blake Welton",
"David Dubas-Fisher"
] | 2016-08-31T14:48:57 | null | 2016-08-31T14:24:26 | Use our interactive gadget to have your say on the club's previous 12 deadline day deals | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ftransfer-news%2Ftransfer-deadline-day-2016-were-11822012.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11823820.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS89233637.jpg | en | null | Transfer Deadline Day 2016: Were Huddersfield Town's past last ditch signings a hit or miss? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield have only ever made 12 transfer deadline day signings - but who has been the Terriers’ best deadline day signing, and which has been the worst?
It’s time for you to decide by using our interactive gadget below to say who you think was a hit and who was a miss.
We’ll collate all the results to see which deadline day signings have been the most and least popular.
Below is a list of the Deadline Day signings with a brief bio of where each player came from and whether there were any fees involved.
1. Elvis Manu (Brighton)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Elvis Manu.
The Dutch-born Ghanaian arrived on-loan at the end of the 2016 January Transfer Window but was recalled from his loan spell just over a month later after finding his chances limited at the John Smith's Stadium - making only five appearances in total (all coming from the bench).
2. Jamie Paterson (Nottingham Forest)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Jamie Paterson.
Joined Town on a season-long loan from Nottingham Forest with a view to making the move permanent on September 2015 but moved to Bristol City this summer.
3. Ishmael Miller (Blackpool )
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Ishmael Miller.
Now a free agent, the forward joined in February 2015 initially on a short-term deal until the end of the 2014–15 season before going on to earn a contract until the end of last season.
4. Mark Hudson (Cardiff)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Mark Hudson.
Current club captain joined in August 2014 for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal and has since gone on to make more than 80 appearances for the club.
5. Adam Hammill (Wolves)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Adam Hammill.
Joined shortly before the end of the 2012 August Transfer Window initially on-loan until January 2013, the winger later rejoined the club the following summer.
6. Kallum Higginbotham (Falkirk)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Kallum Higginbotham in action for Kilmarnock.
Despite interest from both Rangers and Celtic, joined the club on a two-and-a-half year contract in January 2012 before later falling out of favour with then-Town manager Simon Grayson.
7. Murray Wallace (Falkirk)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Murray Wallace.
Signed on a two-year deal on January 31, 2012 before immediately being loaned back to Falkirk for the remainder of the season. However, upon his return, the youngster struggled to break into the side and later moved to Scunthorpe United in January 2016.
8. Danny Cadamarteri (unattached)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Danny Cadamarteri.
After previously plying his trade with the club between 2007-2009, the forward made a on January 31, 2011 on a short-term contract before sealing a one-year deal in the following summer.
9. Jonathan Tehoue (unattached)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Jonathan Tehoue in action for Leyton Orient.
After a successful trial, the French forward signed subject to international clearance in February 2009 before the deal became null and void due to a contractual dispute with his former club Konyaspor.
10. Lee Novak (Gateshead)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Lee Novak.
Catching the attention after finishing the 2008-09 as the Conference North's top scorer, the forward went on to play 144 games and score 34 goals for the club.
11. Richard Keogh (Bristol C)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Richard Keogh (No.14).
After being frozen out at Ashton Gate, the defender signed on a short-term loan deal on August 31, 2007 and went on to make nine appearances and score one goal.
12. Andy Taylor (Blackburn)
Huddersfield Town Transfer Deadline Day Hit or Miss: Andy Taylor in action for Walsall.
A product of Blackburn Rovers Youth Academy, the defender joined Town on-loan in 2007, making eight appearances in total. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/transfer-deadline-day-2016-were-11822012 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/57b2c0065518218b24dc919bdab45eac6a217f7ffdc24f9e06b1493a606342be.json |
[
"Lauren Ballinger"
] | 2016-08-31T12:48:56 | null | 2016-08-31T12:06:00 | The princess visited Huddersfield twice over the years — we look back on 19th anniversary of her death | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fprincess-diana-huddersfield-you-remember-11822959.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11823048.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98338579-1.jpg | en | null | Princess Diana in Huddersfield: Do you remember her visits in the 1980s? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Princess Diana and Prince Charles at St Patrick's Centre in Huddersfield in March 1982
Today marks 19 years since Princess Diana died.
Diana was killed in a car crash in the Polt de l’Alma road tunnel in Paris, along with her partner Dodi Fayed and driver Henri Paul, on August 31, 1997.
They were being followed at high speed by paparazzi.
The world united in grief, with candles, flowers and tributes left outside Kensington Palace home for many months.
Her funeral took place in Westminster Abbey on 6 September, watched by 32 million people in Britain and 2bn worldwide.
It was a fitting tribute to a woman so dearly loved by billions of people around the world.
Diana visited Huddersfield on March 22, 1982, for the first time, with then husband Prince Charles.
Thousands turned out to welcome them as they arrived.
Princess Diana at Southdene shltered housing complex, off Ravensknowle Road, Huddersfield, in June 1987
They visited St Patrick’s Centre in Trinity Street to meet people assisted by The Prince’s Trust and shook hands with the waiting crowds.
Diana was pregnant with Prince William at the time.
Princess Diana at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary in June 1987
She made a second visit to Huddersfield in June 1987, where she went to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary and Southdene sheltered housing complex.
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Did you meet Princess Diana when she came to Huddersfield? Email editorial@examiner.co.uk. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/princess-diana-huddersfield-you-remember-11822959 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/3223b7b4646d1bd4921a57d570d23f0b0398cf550fd23db20e6ba9d8e04f15dd.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-29T14:48:36 | null | 2016-08-29T14:04:02 | The winger has faced Town nine times | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fnew-england-call-up-michail-11814780.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11814832.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97967485.jpg | en | null | Why new England call-up Michail Antonio is well known to Huddersfield Town fans | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | West Ham United's Michail Antonio has been called up by England
Michail Antonio might have been a surprise name in Sam Allardyce’s first England squad.
But the 26-year-old West Ham United winger, who will be in the party jetting out to Slovakia for Sunday’s opening World Cup qualifier, is well known to Huddersfield Town fans.
VIDEO: David Wagner ahead of Saturday's match against Wolves
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The South Londoner has lined up against the club on no fewer than nine occasions - once for Colchester United, five times for Sheffield Wednesday and three for Nottingham Forest, who sold him to West Ham for £7m a year ago.
Antonio, born in Wandsworth, has followed a Jamie Vardy-like trail from non-league to international level.
He started out at Tooting & Mitcham, making his debut at 17, before being signed by Reading in 2008.
The Royals loaned him out four times, to Cheltenham Town, Southampton, Colchester and Sheffield Wednesday.
And while at Colchester, he scored in their 3-2 League I defeat by Town at the John Smith’s Stadium in August 2011.
Antonio was back in Huddersfield the following April, having joined Wednesday on loan.
The Owls were 2-0 winners on their way to automatic promotion from League I, and they signed Antonio in a permanent deal that summer.
Town went up through the play-offs, and the player featured in all four Championship meetings between the sides over the next two seasons.
He was unwittingly involved in a refereeing blunder at the John Smith’s in December 2012, when it finished goalless.
Hertfordshire whistler Mick Russell showed Wednesday’s Jeremy Helan two yellow cards, for diving then a foul, but failed to send him off.
That was because he mistakenly noted Antonio’s name for the first.
Forest landed the wideman in a £1.5m deal in August 2014.
One of his early appearances was in a 2-0 League Cup second-round win at the John Smith’s.
That season there were two more outings for Forest against Town, who won both.
That means Antonio has suffered five defeats against the club, finishing on the winning side on three occasions.
Allardyce, a former Town player, says Antonio’s first England call reflects his “outstanding” form for West Ham.
“He had his first introduction to the Premier League last year,” said the new boss.
“This is another lad with a great journey, as he has come from non-league to an international call-up.
“Last year’s impact at West Ham was only overshadowed by (Dimitri) Payet.
“Michail scored nine goals in his first season there.
“He’s a terrific athlete, a good crosser and a scorer from wide positions.”
Allardyce’s squad also includes former Town loan midfielder Danny Drinkwater.
The Leicester City man returns after being left our of Roy Hodgson’s Euro 2016 squad. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/new-england-call-up-michail-11814780 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/7db8feaffc3388ea9e2c81bfed1cf143ab70ce3f73aa0c10af2c851b71fa1b05.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-28T10:48:44 | null | 2016-08-28T10:00:00 | The anatomy of another win for David Wagner's team who sit proudly at the summit of the Championship table ahead of the international break | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-1-wolverhampton-wanderers-11810370.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810629.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98080098.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers 0: How the home side continued their flying start | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | David Wagner must be a shoo-in for the Championship manager of the month award after his Huddersfield Town side continued their thrilling start to the season.
Another big John Smith’s Stadium crowd, this time 19,972, enjoyed a highly entertaining tussle - and another win.
Wolves made a real game of it, and will undoubtedly consider themselves unfortunate to have suffered a first defeat in any competition this season.
At times, table-topping Town got the rub of the green, but as the boss says, hard workers have good luck.
WATCH: Huddersfield Town's players arrive ahead of the clash at home to Wolves
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His side certainly have that quality, and quite a few others, including composure, resilience and impressive fitness levels.
For the first time in a league match this term, they didn’t score in the closing stages, with Rajiv van La Parra’s clincher coming just six minutes in.
Town put on quite a show in the first half, but had to dig in during the second period, when keeper Danny Ward made a couple of crucial saves.
But they were back on top during the final quarter of an hour, plus five minutes of time added on, and the fans were once again in great voice.
That’s four Championship wins, against Brentford, Newcastle United, Barnsley and now Wolves, they have been able to cheer.
Add in the spirited draw at Aston Villa and it’s 13 points from a possible 15 for Wagner’s side, two more than nearest rivals Fulham.
Only two other Town teams have made such a start, the first Herbert Chapman’s back in 1924-25, the second of those celebrated three successive league titles.
Huddersfield Town's Kasey Palmer makes a surging run into the Wolverhampton Wanderers defence.
The second was in 1952-53, when Andy Beattie’s men won promotion from the second tier.
That side included wing wizard Vic Metcalfe, and it would be good to see van La Parra become another firm favourite on the left.
He certainly has talent, and what a game for the £750,000 Dutchman to deliver his first Town goal.
The 25-year-old was involved in a Twitter row with Molineux fans before leaving Wolves for Town, initially on loan, in March.
And early on, his every touch was booed by the visiting contingent.
Van La Parra produced the perfect response by tucking the ball home from the rebound after Nahki Wells shot against the left-hand post.
The visitors found Town hard to handle before the break, and the only disappointment was that the half-time advantage wasn’t greater.
Wolves were behind in their previous league match at Birmingham City, but hit back in the second half to win 3-1.
And with Italian boss Walter Zenga changing his side’s shape for the second time during the game (it went 4-1-2-2-1 to 4-4-1-1 to 4-3-3), the Black Country side became a different proposition.
Huddersfield Town v Wolves: Another big John Smith’s Stadium crowd enjoyed a highly entertaining tussle.
While Joe Mason had a goal disallowed for offside just before the break, Matt Doherty drew a great save from Ward in the 52nd minute.
And after substitute Joao Teixeira drove against the outside of the right-hand post, the on-loan Liverpool keeper did even better to deny Icelandic international Jon Dadi Bodvarsson when he headed goalwards from close range in the 68th minute.
Ward rightly got plenty of praise after Town’s first clean sheet of the campaign.
But as ever, the defensive effort involved the whole team, particularly centre-backs Mark Hudson and Christopher Schindler, who both produced crucial touches.
Jonathan Hogg, recalled in place of Dean Whitehead, and Aaron Mooy ensured Town were seldom second-best in midfield.
And Town, with Kasey Palmer making his full debut in place of Sean Scannell, had plenty of zip up front as they signed off in encouraging fashion before the international break. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-1-wolverhampton-wanderers-11810370 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/5e1c58082559c7594ce25afc8625dab3cab20188c084b03a707a8172bd8498fb.json |
[
"Hilarie Stelfox"
] | 2016-08-29T16:49:18 | null | 2016-08-29T16:00:00 | Sandra Partington is one of the country's longest-surviving kidney patients and owes her life to a transplant operation. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fmother-daughter-were-given-gift-11806983.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11814681.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS96145851.jpg | en | null | Mother and daughter were given the gift of life by kidney donors | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | It's more than three decades since Sandra Partington was given the gift of life by a kidney donor – and she’s not the only member of her family to have had a successful organ transplant. In the run-up to National Transplant Week (September 5 to 11) she tells her story.
Sandra Partington was a young mother with everything to live for when her kidneys began to fail.
By the time she was admitted to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary she was so ill that husband Kevin was told she might not make it through the night.
But survive she did – thanks to modern medical technology and, ultimately, the gift of life from an anonymous kidney donor.
Today Sandra, now 65, wants to share her story in order to encourage more people to register as donors. It is, she says, one of the topics that families should discuss openly. “The sad thing is that a lot of organs are disposed of that could be used,” she added. “But if people haven’t talked about it beforehand it’s hardly the time to be discussing it when they are critically ill.”
Sandra has never discovered the identity of the woman who saved her life – and that of another kidney patient . She only knows that the donor died in a car accident.
Kidney transplant patient Sandra Partington, of Paddock, Huddersfield
But she will be forever grateful to both the unknown woman and the transplant team at St James’ Hospital in Leeds.
The Partington family has another reason to be grateful for transplant technology, as Sandra’s youngest daughter Kate, who has just given birth to her first baby, is also a kidney transplant patient (she received a living donation from a close friend).
It was when Kate started going into kidney failure that the family discovered the reasons behind Sandra’s illness. A research study found that Sandra and Kate are carriers of a rogue gene. Eldest daughter Penny also has the gene, but while she has had some problems she has not needed a transplant. Fortunately her two sons, Max,11, and Lucas, 8, are not affected.
Without a transplant, kidney patients have to undergo lifelong treatment.
After her diagnosis at the age of 28 Sandra had to wait six years for a transplant and during that time endured hours of renal dialysis three times a week.
At first she travelled to Jimmy’s – a routine that proved to be difficult given that she had two young children and a husband who often went abroad for work.
Then in March 1982 she got her own dialysis machine at home. Sandra explained: “I’d spend an hour setting up the machine and then a neighbour would sit with the kids while I spent four hours on the machine. Then my husband would come back from work and help clean up afterwards before putting the girls to bed.
“He says now that he doesn’t know where he found the strength from,” she added. “But we had a very big network of support. Two friends trained at Jimmy’s so they could help me dialyse at home when he was away.”
The couple also had help from the church community they belonged to. And a strong Christian faith has carried them through all that life has thrown at them.
At the age of 40 Kevin retrained as a Church of England vicar and has just retired as rector of Dewsbury Minster.
Sandra doesn’t consider it a coincidence that she received news of a suitable kidney donation on Easter Sunday and had the actual transplant on her birthday, Easter Monday. It was the best birthday gift possible.
Without a transplant, dialysis would have been a permanent reality for Sandra but in April 1985, just after returning from a holiday to Switzerland – an event that had taken a year of planning and was a logistical nightmare - she was told a suitable kidney had become available.
The experience changed the way she viewed life forever.
She explained: “I say to people ‘you will never get this day again, so make the most of it’. I live life to the full and we never put off doing anything. You don’t take life for granted.”
Sandra, a former infants school teacher, taught literacy and numeracy at the former Huddersfield College until six years ago.
Apart from the fact that there are certain foods and drinks she can’t have and she has to take anti-rejection drugs, she says she has had “an incredible life”.
She has enjoyed good health and is now one of the country’s longest-surviving kidney transplant patients with the original transplanted organ – a fact that she sees as an inspiration to others.
Understandably she’s an enthusiastic supporter of the NHS organ donation register (www.organdonation.nhs.uk) . “I think there should ideally be an opt-out scheme because even if you carry a card your family can override the decision, not many people realise that,” she said. “But you can register online and then you’re in the database.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/mother-daughter-were-given-gift-11806983 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/481ba0140c20661ef7d2aba8cd0187fb4665e1b16606851f7d92a9c99f6f7f71.json |
[
"Louise Cooper"
] | 2016-08-26T12:58:12 | null | 2016-08-26T11:19:00 | Man's scream heard by neighbour | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fman-suffers-head-injuries-during-11803210.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11803457.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97989634.jpg | en | null | Man suffers head injuries during street robbery in Lockwood | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A man has suffered head injuries in a street robbery in Lockwood.
The ambulance service was only alerted after a neighbour heard the victim’s screams for help.
The attack happened in the early hours of Friday when the 37-year-old man was walking home along Hanson Lane.
The exact details of the incident are yet to be established as the victim remains in hospital. He was said to be in a “stable” condition.
Detectives hope to interview him later today.
Police have cordoned off an area of Hanson Lane to preserve the scene for forensics.
Det Insp Stef Wiseman, of Huddersfield CID, said: “A man was on his way home along Hanson Lane when he was robbed and suffered head injuries.
“The ambulance service received a call from a neighbour who heard the victim scream.
“Enquiries are ongoing. We would urge anyone who may have heard or saw what happened to contact Huddersfield CID on 101.”
In unrelated investigations, police would like to speak to the people pictured in the image gallery below. The people pictured in the images may be witnesses as well as suspects. If you recognise anyone, contact police on 101 quoting the reference number on the image caption. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/man-suffers-head-injuries-during-11803210 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/a58519098e72befa514817ddff6b8549fd5c3378a8872c1bf4d2646268005d74.json |
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"Louise Cooper"
] | 2016-08-31T10:48:44 | null | 2016-08-31T10:38:00 | Dalton man became aggressive and dragged victim "by her left ear" | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Flee-paul-recalled-prison-after-11820018.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11473260.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS74365232.jpg | en | null | Lee Paul recalled to prison after assaulting partner | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A Dalton man has been sent back to prison after he admitted assaulting his partner when she ended their relationship.
Lee Paul, 30, of Ridgeway, Dalton, appeared before Kirklees Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to assault.
The court heard how Paul was released from prison in March this year and resumed a relationship with his partner Amy Johnson.
But a few months later Ms Johnson tried to end the relationship and he became “aggressive.”
The court heard how on the evening of June 3, Paul began shouting and swearing at her.
When she tried to leave he “dragged her by her left ear” and she managed to break free and called the police.
She suffered bruising and swelling to her ear but did not require medical treatment.
Paul was arrested and recalled to prison for breaching his licence.
Magistrates indicated the defendant had been jailed for similar offences.
Mr Mike Sisson-Pell, for Paul, said his client acknowledged he “lost his temper.”
Magistrates sentenced Paul to seven weeks in custody to run concurrently with the recall to prison.
The court also issued a restraining order, banning him from contacting Ms Johnson when he is released in November. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/lee-paul-recalled-prison-after-11820018 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/0a2e847b9be5b5295fb028520cb035ff32cfc2a572efda9d2272fab374d4e793.json |
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"Robert Sutcliffe"
] | 2016-08-29T18:49:09 | null | 2016-08-29T17:10:00 | Bright sunshine may have dazzled driver | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fupdate-women-taken-hospital-after-11815713.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11815993.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/Crash-at-Flockton.jpg | en | null | UPDATE: Women taken to hospital after Flockton crash | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Overturned car following crash on Barnsley Road at Flockton
Two women trapped in an overturned car in Barnsley Road, Flockton, have been released by firefighters.
West Yorkshire Fire Service said the accident took place at 3.52pm this afternoon 200m from The Sun Inn.
Fire engines from Skelmanthorpe and Huddersfield as well as the technical rescue unit from Cleckheaton attended the scene.
Huddersfield Fire Station Watch Commander, Andy Wooler, said: “The sun was quite bright today and I think it has temporarily blinded the driver who has clipped the high kerb and flipped the blue-coloured family type car over.
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“We started removing doors, seats and windows and got both of the women out on longboards.
“They were then taken by ambulance to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.”
It’s not the first time there has been a serious accident on that stretch of road.
On January 22 this year the Examiner reported that two people had managed to scramble clear of their red Fiat Punto after it crashed and overturned.
Neither the 28-year-old driver or his 23-year-old female passenger were badly hurt.
A man was killed on the road in November 2014 after a smash on a bend near to Grange Moor. His Citroen ended up on its side in a field. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/update-women-taken-hospital-after-11815713 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/b56d42c0a156834af042b8360161c2975556ac4fded3804f652b4ed5b2ae1cd5.json |
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"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-30T12:49:06 | null | 2016-08-30T11:57:25 | What the bookies think the Sky Sports News HQ anchor will say first when he goes on air tomorrow | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fjim-white-bingo-what-transfer-11817807.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/article11788416.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS45310503.jpg | en | null | Jim White bingo: What will the Transfer Deadline Day master say first? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Jim White's name has become synonymous with Deadline Day since the first live Sky Sports extravaganza in the 2002-03 season.
Sky Sports have made the occasion like a second Christmas for football fans and the Scot has played a huge role in it's evolution, leading to his trademark yellow deadline day tie being placed in the National Football Museum in Manchester in 2013.
White's catchphrases are known by supporters across the land and when he arrives at Sky Sports News HQ tomorrow evening, the dulcet tone of his Glaswegian accent will make even the most pessimistic fans giddy with hope and excitement.
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The broadcaster has become such a feature on deadline day that bookies are even taking bets on what White-ism he will say first.
But if you don't fancy a flutter, why not give Jim White bingo a shot?
Get your 3x3 bingo cards at the ready and fill in what you think the presenter will say first...
Sky Sports presenter Jim White speaks on air on Transfer Deadline Day 2014
At evens "the clock is ticking" is how Paddy Power believes the master of ceremonies will open up, with "thanks Natalie" next most likely at 7/4.
"You'll hear it here first" is at 4/1, with "a Sky Sports exclusive" at 5/1 and "before the window slams shut" and "this just in" locked together at 6/1.
My personal favourite "we are now live from Harry's car window" is at 33/1 alongside a bunch of phrases including "come and get me plea", "spotted at the airport" and looks set to snub".
Harry Redknapp was famed for his deadline day deals - and car window interviews
If you don't fancy a favourite, why not have a punt on "damp squib" at odds of 50/1 or rank outsider "Paddy Power make me paranoid about my cliches" at 66/1.
Although this deadline day may be a quiet one for Huddersfield Town fans , Jim White's broadcasting will keep the supporters captivated even if no one "puts pen to paper".
Tweet us your bingo cards with the hashtag #JimWhiteBingo | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/jim-white-bingo-what-transfer-11817807 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/ecf8a57641c6c092a89cae3835d786f550eb38d0ff5e72441ab06bc5aa400808.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-28T10:48:14 | null | 2016-08-28T11:00:00 | Who impressed Examiner Football Writer Doug Thomson as he gives his marks out of 10 for yesterday's John Smith's Stadium encounter | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-v-wolverhampton-wanderers-11810508.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810710.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98080092.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town v Wolverhampton Wanderers: How the players rated | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Rajiv van La Parra celebrates scoring for Huddersfield Town against former side Wolverhampton Wanderers.
David Wagner's men made it four Championship wins from five yesterday afternoon as Rajiv van La Parra's early strike was enough to see off Wolverhampton Wanderers at the John Smith's Stadium.
Huddersfield Town now go into next week's international break two points clear of second-placed Fulham at the top of the table.
Below Examiner Football Writer Doug Thomson runs his eye over the Town's performance.
Danny Ward
Made some fine saves to frustrate Wolves and earn a first clean sheet for Town - 9
Tommy Smith
Produced another solid show both in defence and attack to play his part in victory - 7
Chris Lowe
Caught the eye, especially before the break, but a third caution is a concern - 7
The Huddersfield Town players celebrate with the fans after the 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Mark Hudson
The skipper impressed, and made some telling tackles and clearances - 8
Christopher Schindler
Calm and composed, he worked well alongside Hudson to help shackle Wolves - 8
Jonathan Hogg
Another excellent display from a player who looks so happy in Town’s system - 9
Aaron Mooy
Another big contribution from the Aussie, whose passing was spot on and effective - 8
Elias Kachunga
Huddersfield Town's Elias Kachunga is fouled by Wolverhampton Wanderers' Jack Price.
The German forward just never stops! Gave the visitors all kinds of problems - 8
Kasey Palmer
Showed flashes of skill on his full debut but still in the adapting phase - 7
Rajiv van La Parra
Always a danger to his former employers and claimed his first Town goal to win it - 8
Nahki Wells
A shame his persistence didn’t bring a goal but had a hand in the clincher - 8
Substitutes
Harry Bunn in action for Huddersfield Town against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Jack Payne (for Palmer, 57mins) - 7
Harry Bunn (for Wells, 61) - 7
Sean Scannell (for Van La Parra, 88) - 6
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"Susie Beever"
] | 2016-08-30T12:48:55 | null | 2016-08-30T12:43:26 | The body of Craig Nelson from Rotherham was found near the Woodhead Tunnel on the A628 | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fman-woman-huddersfield-charged-murder-11818058.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11818122.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98262849.jpg | en | null | Man and woman from Huddersfield charged with murder after body found near Woodhead Pass | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A man and a woman from Berry Brow have been charged with the murder of a man whose body was found on moors near Holme.
Mohammed Shiraz Bashir, 41, and Leonie Marie Mason, 23, both of Holme Park Court, were due to appear in court on Tuesday.
Craig Nelson, also known as Craig Preston, was found on moorlands near the Woodhead Tunnels on the A628 in Derbyshire last week.
A post mortem examination showed he died as a result of head injuries.
Detectives launched a murder investigation and two people were arrested in the Sheffield area.
Bashir and Mason were due to appear at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court for a preliminary hearing.
Craig, 34, from Wath-Upon-Dearne, near Rotherham, was discovered dead at 11am on Monday, August 22.
His family are being supported by officers.
Police made an appeal for information for anyone who had seen Craig or a vehicle on the slip road off the A628 or the car park near Woodhead Tunnels around the time his body was found to contact them.
The area is popular with walkers and ramblers. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/man-woman-huddersfield-charged-murder-11818058 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/d78f8d6d718b2499f6eae957108419ec621edb299bda11be95cdc92f0b61a2b8.json |
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"Martin Shaw"
] | 2016-08-28T12:48:24 | null | 2016-08-28T12:19:20 | Holmbridge cycling hero tells how he 'lived like a monk' for four years to clinch third gold | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ftriple-olympic-gold-medalist-ed-11811095.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11811383.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98119413.jpg | en | null | Triple Olympic gold medalist Ed Clancy prepares for first holiday in EIGHT years | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Three times Olympic Gold winner Ed Clancy, shows off his Rio medal to the 19,972 crowd at the Huddersfield V Wolves game.
Triple Olympic gold medal hero Ed Clancy is preparing for his first holiday in eight years.
The Team GB cycling ace, Yorkshire’s most successful Olympian ever, is back home in Holmbridge – but not for long.
Ed, 31, is on a whirlwind tour of sponsors, PR meetings and media interviews after his triumph in the team pursuit at the Rio games.
On Saturday Ed and partner Natalie Smith, 25, took time out to be guests at Huddersfield Town ’s home game against Wolves.
Richard Sellers/PA Wire Team GB gold medal cyclist Ed Clancy poses during half time at the Sky Bet Championship match at the John Smith's Stadium, Huddersfield
Ed sat alongside Town chief executive Julian Winter in the directors’ box, as a near 20,000 crowd saw Town clinch a 1-0 victory to stay top of the Championship.
Barnsley-born Ed, who grew up in Denby Dale and Holmfirth , told the Examiner he was delighted to be back in Yorkshire and added: “It’s great to be home.
“Last year I probably spent 200 days away from home so it’s nice to be back.
“I love the hills around here and the mountain biking, you can go on a six-hour ride and not see a main road. You can be in the Peak District or North Yorkshire in no time. It still feels like home.”
Ed had moved to Manchester where he trains but bought a house in Holmbridge three-and-a-half years ago, living there with Natalie and ginger cat Boris.
Olympic superstar Ed Clancy's back in Holmbridge - and he got a hero's welcome!
After a hectic few days since he returned from Brazil, Ed is preparing to wind down and go on holiday to Lake Como in Italy.
“It’s been brilliant and the reaction from everybody has been fantastic and I want to celebrate and live a little bit now,” he said.
“I haven’t had a holiday in eight years, not since the Olympics in Beijing. I’ve had to live like a monk to get to where we are. It’s been a tough four years.”
Huddersfield Daily Examiner Olympic cycling gold medalist Ed Clancy with partner Natalie Smith at the John Smith's Stadium in Huddersfield after Huddersfield Town's game against Wolves.
Ed faced a race against time to recover from a serious back injury to take his place alongside boyhood hero Sir Bradley Wiggins in the team pursuit.
He beat the odds to claim his third gold after medals in Beijing in 2008 and London in 2012.
He said his third gold was the most special and vowed round off his career with another at the Toyko Olympics in four years’ time.
“I am not getting any younger and I will be 35 in Tokyo and that will be my last race,” he said. “I would like to go out in style.”
Ed admitted he’d never been a great football fan and growing up it had always been cycling for him.
“I kicked a ball around as a kid but I can’t pretend to be an avid football fan,” he said. “I enjoyed the Town game and the atmosphere. In the velodrome we only get 6,000 people but here there were 20,000. It’s great to see Town top of the league.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/triple-olympic-gold-medalist-ed-11811095 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/2bdf53ce66988d4dce5440753ad4d3a391054c01f1369dcfc53c36740e2aa059.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T16:48:55 | null | 2016-08-26T15:30:00 | Huddersfield Magistrates recorded the following decisions | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fcourt-brief-charges-assault-drink-11804879.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11722069.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS96606174.jpg | en | null | Court in Brief: Charges of assault, drink driving and theft | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Kirklees Magistrates recorded the following decisions on August 16:
Nicholas Aaron Leonard (35), Fernside Avenue, Almondbury. Theft, assault and misuse of class A drug. Prison for 26 weeks and ordered to pay £196.48 compensation with £115 victim surcharge.
Mohammed Taqeer Ahmad (44), Richmond Avenue, Fartown. Driving with excess alcohol. Fined £200 with £30 victim surcharge and £85 costs with driving ban for 36 months.
Raymond Woods (60), Flat 2, Clare House, Clare Hill, Huddersfield. Theft. Conditional discharge for 6 months with £20 victim surcharge.
Patryk Kozakiewicz (33), Southern Road, Cowlersley. Speeding. Fined £80 with £20 costs (3pts).
Natalie Louise Dennison (35), Great Northern Street, Huddersfield. Threatening behaviour. Conditional discharge for 12 months with £15 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
Liam McGowan (31), Buckden Court, Huddersfield. Theft, failing to surrender to custody, assault. Community order for 12 month and exclusion to enter any Sainsburys store in the UK for 12 months with £85 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
Myron Newsome (26), Batley Buildings, Marsh (26), Assault. Prison for 22 weeks with restraining order and £80 victim surcharge.
Patrick Joseph McGlade (47), Everard Street, Crosland Moor. Assault. Fined £80 with £30 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
Ethan Lloyd Anthony Morgan, Lord Street, Slaithwaite. Assault. Community order with 120 hours unpaid work and restraining order for 12 months, ordered to pay £200 compensation with £85 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
Anthony David Hanson (67), George Street, Lindley. Threatening behaviour. Conditional discharge for 12 months with £20 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
Samuel Stephen Ollerenshaw (26), Butt Lane, Hepworth. Driving with excess alcohol. Fined £120 with £30 victim surcharge, £85 costs and banned from driving for 20 months.
Mark Spence (56), Station Street, Meltham. Driving with excess alcohol. Fined £250 with £30 victim surcharge, £85 costs and banned from driving for 12 months.
Kirklees Magistrates recorded the following decisions on August 17:
Andrew Mark Wilkes (44), Coppice Drive, Netherton, Drunk and disorderly behaviour. Conditional discharge for 6 months with £20 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
Shirley Reader (71), Smithy Lane, Huddersfield. Speeding. Fined £80 with £20 costs (3pts).
The following decisions were recorded on August 18:
Paul Richard Banks (41),
Albion Street, Dewsbury. Theft, committed to prison for 28 days and ordered to pay £115.00 victim surcharge.
Ricky Wayne Walker (32), Holme Park Court, Berry Brow. Failing to surrender to custody. Prison for 14 days and ordered to pay £115 victim surcharge.
Dean Michael Collins (38), Lightcliffe Road, Crosland Moor. Drunk and disorderly behaviour. Conditional discharge for 12 months with £20 costs.
Calderdale Magistrates have recorded the following decision on Aug 11:
Mr Nikolas Milenovic (36), 235 Bradford Road, Brighouse. Driving vehicle after consuming excess alcohol, Fined £410 with £41 victim surcharge, £85 costs and banned from driving for 20 months.
The following decisions were recorded on Aug 18:
Kenroy Christopher Lambert (46),
Edale Avenue, Newsome, Driving while disqualified, without insurance and no MOT. Prison for eight weeks, suspended for 12 months and ordered to pay £115 victim surcharge with £85 costs and banned from driving for 20 months.
Ms Natalie Woods (43), Highfield Road, Rastrick. Theft. Community order with drug rehabilitation requirement and electronic monitoring for 3 months and ordered to pay £69 compensation with £85 costs. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/court-brief-charges-assault-drink-11804879 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/a164849ff6417b839718d0f97d245e9bdb51b95bdc57f82cbd0eddd914908b26.json |
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"Hilarie Stelfox"
] | 2016-08-29T20:49:11 | null | 2016-08-29T20:00:00 | There's an art to entertaining children during the long school holidays | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fsummer-scheme-gives-huddersfield-children-11814102.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11815360.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98014866.jpg | en | null | Summer scheme gives Huddersfield children the chance to create spectacular art | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | There’s an art to keeping children occupied during the long school break.
But a Kirklees Neighbourhood Housing summer scheme in Lockwood has proved that art itself is a great way to inspire and entertain young people.
The project, one of a number of holiday activities run across Kirklees by the organisation, took groups of youngsters and gave them the chance to create life-size works of art.
Run by Russian-born artist Anya Greenop, who lives in Flockton Moor, the two weeks of art resulted in two 200cm-high tree ‘sculptures’, decorated with individual ceramic pieces.
Anya said: “The ‘tree of life’ is symbolic of the life the young people aspire to, celebrating friendship and collaboration, with a special Yorkshire twist.”
Anya Greenop Children taking part in the summer scheme at Lockwood Baptist Church, tucking into lunch made by church members
The trees have been painted with local scenes – of Castle Hill and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, which was visited by the children during the summer scheme.
Stephen Knight, from Netherton Tenants and Residents Association which also supported the scheme, said it was the sixth of its kind led by Anya.
He added: “There are plenty of opportunities for young people to participate in sports throughout the summer break, but there are few opportunities for those who prefer artistic pursuits. We’ll probably be doing it again in October.”
Tree of Life at Lockwood Baptist Church
This summer there have been 16 KNH summer schemes throughout Kirklees offering everything from a chemistry camp and boxing lessons to a forest school – all supported by the National Lottery. Around 400 children will have taken part in the programmes this summer holiday.
Anya, who works in a Sheffield primary school in creative development, says holiday art projects are important because many children no longer get the opportunity to be artistic at school.
Anya Greenop A finished 'tree of life' at Lockwood Baptist Church - with young creators and project leaders
She said: “Sadly art, indeed all of the creative arts, are now given very little time in the overcrowded school curriculum, and yet everyone recognises the need for creative development for young people. Every time we deliver one of these workshops I’m surprised by the interest and depth of talent that the young people show.”
The art scheme took place at Lockwood Baptist Church, where church members provided lunches for the children.
Vicar Brian Davison said: “Children from all corners of the community come together to create spectacular works of art in the spirit of collaboration and friendship.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/summer-scheme-gives-huddersfield-children-11814102 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/fa319037372dca8f80f92d9dc33d14fd81757809af7af231b61bf6bcd07bc839.json |
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"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-26T12:59:00 | null | 2016-08-26T10:59:53 | Use our gadget to select your starting XI | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-vs-wolves-pick-11803250.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11750642.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS95345007.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town vs Wolves: Pick you Town team to take on the Wanderers | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town host Wolverhampton Wanderers this weekend with both sides unbeaten in their first four fixtures of the Championship season.
Town boss David Wagner and Wolves counterpart Walter Zenga have breathed fresh life into their respective clubs and will both be hoping to continue their good form and mount a substantial promotion bid.
Huddersfield have a good record against Wolves going into the weekend, losing just three of the previous 19 matches the teams have contested.
Of the 80 games the clubs have played, Town have won 34, drawn 14 and lost the remaining 32.
WATCH: David Wagner speaks about Wolves and their Icelandic striker Jon Dadi Bodvarsson
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In the fixture's history there has been 275 goals scored at an average of 3.4 per game - so we should be able to expect the net to bulge at the John Smith's Stadium this Saturday.
The last of five goalless draw between the sides came back in 1996, with seven matches producing seven or more goals - including two 10-goal thrillers both ending 6-4 to Wolves.
So how should Wagner go about stopping Wolves scoring? Does new signing Tareiq Holmes-Dennis make his debut? And who are you backing to bag the winner?
Pick your team for the weekend's clash using our selector below. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-vs-wolves-pick-11803250 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/f50d69832c4f4cf4088382d98717fab148b6b1eb5fe5217ef6abf8e76cd63515.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T18:50:24 | null | 2016-08-26T17:42:00 | See if our photographer caught you on camera! | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fmusic-nightlife-news%2Fyou-been-papped-snapper-town-11806792.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806787.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97937867.jpg | en | null | Have you been papped by our Snapper about Town? It's Turnbridge WMC | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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Are you off out in Huddersfield this weekend?
If so, you could bump into Dave Cowan, the Examiner's Snapper About Town!
Today's photos are from Turnbridge WMC in Huddersfield.
Have you or your friends been papped in this week's video gallery?
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Visit www.examiner.co.uk/buyaphoto .
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] | 2016-08-26T14:48:06 | null | 2016-08-26T14:00:00 | Why the FA Cup meeting of 1960/61 was so significant | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-vs-wolves-clash-11803493.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11803535.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97600168.jpg | en | null | The Huddersfield Town vs Wolves clash that really shines out | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Nahki Wells netted the home winner against Wolves last season
Saturday’s visitors Wolves have made 40 previous visits to Huddersfield Town stretching back to the 1910/11 season.
Town have won 25 of the meetings – and one result shines above the others.
The men from Molineux were the visitors for Town’s first-ever home match under floodlights in January 1961.
What did Tareiq Holmes-Dennis say about Kasey Palmer?
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The occasion was an FA Cup third-round replay, the attendance a bumper 46,155 (the average league gate that season was 18,156) and the result 2-1 to Town.
It was a contest which matched the occasion, with Eddie Boot’s side, struggling in Division II (now the Championship) upsetting the odds with a spirited display.
Denis Law playing for Huddersfield Town in 1959. He was sold for £55,000 and Town invested in floodlights
Wolves, who had pioneered floodlit football in the Fifties, were the cup holders and we’re going well in the top flight.
They had dominated the first match, only for a Derek Stokes goal to help Town claim a 1-1 draw and take the tie back to Yorkshire.
It would have been an afternoon kick-off but for the new ‘Denis Law’ lights, funded by the British-record £55,000 transfer of the Scotland star to Manchester City the previous March.
Stokes struck early in the replay, Stan Cullis’s side levelled, then Mike O’Grady, later to play for Wolves, notched with 13 minutes left.
Town came under huge pressure, but hung on for a memorable win against a side who were to finish third in the league, behind double winners Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield Wednesday.
Boot’s side finished 20th in Division II, just two points above the drop zone, and were knocked out of the cup by Barnsley in round four.
Meanwhile the lights lasted little more than a year, with two of the four towers being blown down during a storm, with a new set installed for the 1962/63 season.
Town were 1-0 winners when Wolves visited the John Smith’s Stadium last season.
Nahki Wells clinched the three points with a 78th-minute goal in front of 12,714. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-vs-wolves-clash-11803493 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/2e7ce3a98a930c12f5b7afa73fa7d01b15e8a7bf69a24f9abcf52d753516fa9b.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T20:48:21 | null | 2016-08-26T20:00:00 | Looking for some family fun this weekend? Here's everything happening in and around town | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fwhats-on-news%2Faugust-bank-holiday-whats-huddersfield-11800737.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11377784.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS85943423.jpg | en | null | August Bank holiday: What's on in Huddersfield on Saturday | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Anchor Trust open weekend youngsters aboard the Lady Victoria canal boat prepare to cast off for a free trip down the canal from Shepley Bridge Marina, Mirfield
The summer holidays are coming to an end, but you can enjoy one last long weekend before it's back to school time!
To help you make the most of the August Bank holiday, we've round up brilliant events going on in and around Huddersfield.
From beer festivals to canal boat rides, theatre to family fun days, there's plenty going on.
Here's what's happening in and around Huddersfield on Saturday:
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The Nook Brewhouse 'Challenge Sup' Summer Beer Festival
Victoria Square, Holmfirth, Thursday to Sunday
Head to the Nook Brewhouse for their bank holiday beer festival celebrating rugby and real ale! More than 50 ales will be on offer, plus live music, a barbecue and a live screening of the Challenge Cup Final.
BFG — Big Friendly Party
Holmfirth Library, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, 2pm-3.30pm, FREE
Celebrate 100 years of Roald Dahl at Holmfirth Library with fluckgungling games, crumpscuddling crafts, bootboggling quizzes, and snozzcumbers for everyone! Fancy dress is encouraged.
Boat trips at Shepley Bridge Marina
Shepley Bridge, Steanard Lane, Mirfield, Saturday-Monday 10am-4pm, FREE
Enjoy a free canal boat trip down the Calder and Hebble Navigation throughout the bank holiday weekend — there is no charge for rides but donations are appreciated. You can also watch the trains on the garden railway and enjoy light refreshments in the Marina cafe.
Historic Landscape Walk
Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton
The YSP Heritage Team leads a free short introductory walk around the park, explaining its history and taking visitors to lakes and woodland areas. This is one of a series of exploratory events. Starts at 2pm for an hour. To book and for further details visit www.ysp.co.uk/events
Land Rover Rally
National Coal Mining Museum, New Road, Overton, Wakefield, Saturday-Monday, 10am-4pm, FREE
The annual Leafers at t'Pit Land Rover and vintage car show returns with vehicle line-ups, autojumblers and a chance to meet fellow Land Rover lovers. All models of leaf-sprung Land Rovers are welcome on the day, and owners can pay at the gate to show their vehicle. Money raised goes to the National Coal Mining Museum.
Charity Jigsaw Festival
St Martin's Parish Church, Brighouse, Friday, Saturday and Monday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm
The annual festival boasts more than 1,200 made-up kigsaws, including wasgij, XL and 3D — 200 are on show and replaced as soon as a puzzle is sold. Admission costs £2 for adults and children go free — plus the entry programme includes a £1 voucher for a jigsaw. There will also be a Golden Jigsaw Competition with cash prizes, tombola, luxury raffle and craft stalls.
Jigsaw exhibition at St Martin's Church, Brighouse. Some of the thousands of jigsaws on sale during the fund raising exhibition at the church.
Big Big Book Sale at Holmfirth Parish Church
Towngate, Holmfirth, Saturday 11am-4pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm, Monday 11am-4pm
Browse thousands of second hand books, buy a read for your summer holiday and enjoy a cuppa at the the Big Big Book Sale.
Honley 10K Trail Run
Start at Honley Cricket Club, Far End Lane, Honley, 11am, £10
The Honley 10K Trail follows an wasy to medium route through scenic fields, stiles, woods, mud, hills and trails. Runners will set off from the cricket club at 11am for what is predicted to be the run's biggest year yet. To enter, visit the Sport Huddersfield website.
Brassed Off
National Coal Mining Museum, New Road, Overton, Wakefield, Friday and Saturday
Watch a live performance of Brassed off at Caphouse Colliery. Based on the 1995 film of the same name, the play explores the resilience and despair of the pit closures and miners' strikes. There are three performances: Friday at 7.30pm and Saturday at 2pm and 7.30pm. The cafe opens at 5pm and the bar will also be open. Tickets cost £12 (£10 concessions) and booking is essential — call the events office on 01924 844581.
Definitely Mightbe at Holmfirth Picturedrome
Holmfirth, 7.30pm-11.30pm, £12.50
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Oasis' iconic gigs at Maine Road and Knebworth, tribute band Definitely Mightbe will perform songs from both gigs and a greatest hits set. To book, visit the Picturedrome website .
Yorkshire Youth Choir Summer Concert
Dewsbury Town Hall, Dewsbury, 7.30pm
The Yorkshire Youth Choir present an evening of choral entertainment at their summer show. Tickets cost £10 (£8 concessions). Calll the box office on 01924 324501. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/august-bank-holiday-whats-huddersfield-11800737 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/e1c0e5e47e885d79e0c93435e5973c7638cb1b039c67937191dc418b9523b220.json |
[
"Samantha Gildea"
] | 2016-08-26T16:47:54 | null | 2016-08-26T16:24:00 | Musically joyous — but you can't force funny | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ftheatre-news%2Freview-sister-act-leeds-grand-11806090.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806077.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97723120.jpg | en | null | REVIEW: Sister Act at Leeds Grand Theatre | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Singing, dancing nuns, 70s gangsters and a giant, illuminated staircase — Sister Act certainly made its mark on the Grand Theatre this week.
The show’s music, derived from the 1992 film starring Whoopi Goldberg, had no trouble raising the roof in Leeds — but its storytelling could have used a little divine inspiration.
I couldn’t fault the vocal talent — Alexandra Burke delivered once more after an astonishing turn in the Bodyguard earlier this year.
But you can’t force funny. I’ve been trying to figure out if it was bad writing, or bad acting, or both. Burke is vocally stunning, but she’s not a comedian, and sadly it made a lot of the dialogue fall flat.
The pacing of the first half seemed clunky, with some utterly bizarre moments — When I Find My Baby, a song that began innocently enough but descended into disturbing lyrics about disembowelling a woman — and the decision to create a troupe of dancing hobos for the love interest’s main number.
The first performance of Deloris with the nuns did redeem the first half, however — even if the choir did go from tone-deaf to heavenly with no real explanation.
Alexandra Burke in a scene from Sister Act
The choir of nuns, lead by an endlessly energetic Burke, saved the poor plotting with truly spectacular performances.
Karen Mann’s Mother Superior got the most laughs, particularly during Haven’t Got A Prayer, and Lady in the Long Black Dress, crooned with gusto by TJ (Sandy Grigelis), Pablo (Ricky Rojas) and Joey (Samuel Morgan-Grahame), was outrageously funny.
Alexandra Burke plays Delores Van Cartier in Sister Act
But on the whole, Sister Act just couldn’t capture the comedy of its source material. When the music is good, it’s joyous — but many of the songs are instantly forgettable.
Review: Alexandra Burke dazzles in The Bodyguard at Leeds Grand Theatre
Again, I have to praise Burke for her voice — musical theatre does suit her and her high notes are still awe-inspiring.
But sadly it wasn’t enough to save the show.
Sister Act is at Leeds Grand Theatre until August 27. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/theatre-news/review-sister-act-leeds-grand-11806090 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/7ba12452ea02c1a0561e90a755a3fc7ee13ab34e3c2949171374aa11884c6b6b.json |
[
"Susie Beever"
] | 2016-08-26T18:49:57 | null | 2016-08-26T19:11:04 | Firefighters vow to stay as long as it takes to put out fire | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Flockwood-tip-fire-blaze-flares-11806906.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11792580.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97858187.jpg | en | null | Lockwood tip fire: Blaze flares up again as residents complain of 'melted plastic' smell | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | The blaze at the former Hunter Group waste site in Lockwood flared up again last night – and residents should expect more smoke over the weekend.
Firefighters returned to the scene at Queens Mill Road and remained there throughout the day today (Friday).
And contractors will use heavy equipment to move waste around the site to help firefighters tackle the fire over this weekend. This means crews should be able to reach some of the deeper areas of the site which are very hot or still on fire. But it will mean an increase in smoke and odours from the site and a footpath next to it has been closed.
It is now more than a week since the blaze ignited at the festering site, which was abandoned several weeks ago.
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Sam Watt, 44, who lives at the nearby Star Inn, tweeted on Friday to say it “smells like no sleep again.”
A spokesman for Huddersfield Fire Station said: “We will continue to be a presence at the site until all the waste has been dug out.
“We can expect to be there for quite a few days yet.”
Local people expressed their frustrations online. One said: “I could taste melted plastic fumes in the air.
“My dad owns a business down there and has complained of chest pains since this started.”
Another resident added: “It’s been grim.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/lockwood-tip-fire-blaze-flares-11806906 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/551d261165a93bbe9be12569aee6e0a9b792386a4c4b779c835da48e883d72c3.json |
[
"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-27T08:48:30 | null | 2016-08-27T08:00:00 | But many suggest alternatives to controversial hospital shake-up plan | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhuddersfield-ae-consultation-results-residents-11806161.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11198545.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS75414023.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield A&E consultation results: Residents recognise need for change | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Those who completed the official Right Care Right Time Right Place survey recognised that Huddersfield and Calderdale NHS services needed to change.
They accepted that the current system, which incorporates an in-debt hospitals trust, was unsustainable.
But many were not happy with the single option presented by local NHS chiefs and suggested alternative sites and different care models.
A 45-year-old Huddersfield woman in her questionnaire: “Split accident from emergency, but have a major trauma unit and a walk-in accident centre at each site.
“Use the money to build a new fully functional hospital at Ainley Top.”
A 48-year-old Huddersfield man suggested ‘splitting the trust’, ‘building a new, joint hospital’, ‘tackling PFI debt’ and bearing the cost of continuing with two A&Es.
Would you be negatively impacted by the proposed changes? 60% Yes
A substantial number recognised that a PFI loan used to build Calderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax, was strangling the hospitals trust.
But one Huddersfield man, 57, wrote: “You have deliberately conflated value for money with the need to improve your deficit position.
“Just be honest – because you signed a PFI deal you are saddled with an impossible and immovable debt.
“Value for money would take into consideration the likely impact on customer satisfaction.
“If you think getting rid of (the) A&E in Huddersfield will do this, you are wrong.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/huddersfield-ae-consultation-results-residents-11806161 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/87c2bef54c004ca0b18772f498d3c3d2469342b4a70911bae6f454677cf2f15d.json |
[
"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-26T18:50:37 | null | 2016-08-26T18:30:00 | The striker spent three years at Old Trafford | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fmanchester-united-drawn-against-robin-11806889.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/article11806852.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS62614108.jpg | en | null | Manchester United drawn against Robin Van Persie's Fenerbahce in Europa League | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Manchester United will face a reunion with Robin Van Persie in the Europa League as the Red Devils were drawn in the same group as Fenerbahce.
The Dutch striker left United in 2015 after three years at Old Trafford for a fee reported to be in the region of £4m.
Jose Mourinho's side will also play Feyenoord and Zorya Luhansk in Group A.
Southampton - the only other Premier League side left in the competition - will face inter Milan, Sparta Prague and Hapoel Beer Sheva in the group stages.
Dundalk FC coach Stephen Kenny
League of Ireland side Dundalk are up against Zenit St Petersburg, AZ Alkmaar and Maccabi Tel-Aviv in Group D.
The group stage matches will take place on September 15 and 29, October 20, November 3 and 24, and December 8.
Full draw:
Group A: Man Utd , Fenerbahce, Feyenoord, Zorya Luhansk
Group B: Olympiacos, Apoel Nicosia, Young Boys, Astana
Group C: Anderlecht, St Etienne, Mainz, Qabala
Group D: Zenit St Petersburg, AZ Alkmaar, Maccabi Tel-Aviv, Dundalk
Group E: Plzen, Roma, Austria Vienna, FC Astra Giurgiu
Group F: Athletic Bilbao, Genk, Rapid Vienna, Sassuolo
Group G: Ajax, Standard Liege, Celta Vigo, Panathinaikos
Group H: Shakhtar Donetsk, Braga, Gent, Konyaspor
Group I: Schalke 04, FC Red Bull Salzburg, Krasnodar, Nice
Group J: Fiorentina, PAOK Salonika, Liberec, Qarabag
Group K: Inter Milan, Sparta Prague, Southampton , Hapoel Beer Sheva
Group L: Villarreal, Steaua Bucharest, FC Zurich, Osmanlispor | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/manchester-united-drawn-against-robin-11806889 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/13cee010972e443b706b92eded0a05f0de0d685cd13ef67279c58b118113dac9.json |
[
"Steven Downes"
] | 2016-08-30T08:48:33 | null | 2016-08-30T08:00:00 | Six-goals shared against Blackburn Rovers | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fdramatic-opener-huddersfield-town-ladies-11815733.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11788155.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97786525.jpg | en | null | Dramatic opener for Huddersfield Town Ladies | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town Ladies had to make do with a point from a 3-3 draw after leading in their FA Women’s Premier League Northern Division opener against Blackburn Rovers.
But boss Ash Vickers insisted he was happy with the outcome of the Storthes Hall Park showdown.
“It was a shame we couldn’t hold on for the win, but we are up and running for the season and with a good point on the board,” he said.
Town started sluggishly and were under pressure early on.
Blackburn had plenty of half-chances but couldn’t find a finishing touch.
Town finally kicked into gear and in the 36th minute got the opening goal.
Kate Mallin broke down the right, checked inside and laid the ball off to Katie Nutter, who put in a delightful cross for Isabel Thomas to volley home.
Thomas, just one of many new faces in the Town side, put in an impressive
display as she harassed the Blackburn centre-backs, not giving them any time on the ball.
Beth Jennings cleared off of the line for Town as Blackburn pushed for an equaliser.
Town scored their second goal in the 43rd minute. Some excellent pressing won the ball, Thomas slipped it through to Mallin, and she jinked into the box and slotted it past the keeper with ease.
However Blackburn hit back before the break.
Saffron Jordan, who posed problems all afternoon, spotted keeper Laura Carter off her line and chipped home.
Blackburn then levelled in the first minute of the second half as Faye McCoy scored with a terrific low volley from outside the area.
The visitors hit the woodwork twice before Mallin teed up Nutter, who unleashed a fabulous curling effort into the top corner.
The drama wasn’t over, though, as Jordan neatly controlled a high ball, turned and fired in.
Charley Evans could have won it for Town but shot over, then Carter pulled off a fine save to thwart Jordan.
“I feel proud at how the girls played,” added Vickers. “I thought they all did well, and the save at the end was exceptional.
“Thomas, Nutter and Mallin all scored great goals and that just shows what we have in terms of firepower.
“Thomas is like a little terrier, pardon the pun, but she has come in and done really well.
“She is a raw talent but showed great maturity with the goal she scored.
“Blackburn’s first was a little fortuitous, and to concede so early in the second half was particularly disappointing.”
Town defender Beth Jennings said: “I thought we played well as a team, we fought for each other and although we have a lot of new players, we did okay.
“We could have won it in the end, however we will take a draw and move on.”
Town have a League Cup first-round clash at home to Fylde Ladies on Sunday (2.00).
That means a reunion with striker Emily Heckler, who swapped clubs this summer.
“Fylde aren’t a one-women team, and we expect a tough game,” said Vickers. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/dramatic-opener-huddersfield-town-ladies-11815733 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/3d8e444541fd98c9f1b89cdb71d3db1e5d80e23ae405eea1bf3c0c8f620aff6e.json |
[
"Lauren Ballinger"
] | 2016-08-26T13:05:08 | null | 2016-08-26T11:45:00 | These are the latest crimes reported to Huddersfield police | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fvandalism-washing-line-crimes-reported-11801376.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article8176499.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/Police.jpg | en | null | Vandalism with a washing line and other crimes reported to Huddersfield police this week | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | If you have any information on any of these crimes, contact police on the non-emergency number 101.
CROSLAND MOOR
MASON Court, Crosland Moor, has been targeted by thieves who broke into three vehicles on the same evening.
A VW Touran car was taken from Mason Court by thieves who opened the letterbox and snatched the keys from the staircase at 11.15pm on August 18.
A BMW 1201 was entered by unknown means on the same evening at at 7pm and an iPad, satnav and cash taken.
Machine tools, a satnav and cash were also taken from a Citroen Berlingo van at 5.30pm
LOCKWOOD
Thieves targeted a car dealership in Lockwood by distracting staff.
A worker at Ignition Go Ltd, on Albert Street was engaged in conversation by a thief who then left but returned a short while later to take cash from a desk drawer. The incident happened at 3.30pm on August 17.
BERRY BROW
A burglar broke in through the kitchen window of a home in Robin Hood Hill, Berry Brow. The property was searched upstairs and down on August 15 and items stolen.
LOWERHOUSES
The side window of a Peugeot Partner van had its side window smashed as it was parked overnight on Lowerhouses Lane, Lowerhouses, on August 16. A DVD player and associated cables were taken.
ARMITAGE BRIDGE
Items were stolen from a property on Armitage Road, Armitage Bridge, after a burglar entered the premises via the kitchen window at 9am on August 20.
HUDDERSFIELD
The window of a VW Jetta was smashed as it was parked outside AK Spares, Lower Viaduct Street, Huddersfield, at 8.45pm on August 18. An untidy search of the car was made and a satnav, cash and PDA stolen.
LEPTON
A wooden bench in the grounds of St John’s Church, on Green Balk Lane, Lepton, was smashed up by criminals in the early hours of August 17.
MARSH
Commercial power tools were stolen from a Citroen Berlingo van parked on Dudley Road on August 14 at 2pm.
The rear triangular window of a Hyundai I20 was smashed as it was parked on St James’ Road at 8pm on August 18.
A side window on a Skoda Rapid was smashed while it was parked on St James’ Road on August 19 at 3am and an iPod stolen from the centre console.
The front number plate from a Volvo V70 was taken while it was parked on Abb Street on August 19 at 4.45pm.
PADDOCK
Graffiti was painted on the gable end of a house on New Street on August 15 and the nearside of a Suzuki Swift was scratched down the side at 9pm.
Burglars removed a rotary clothes drier from the front garden of a property on Church Street and used it to attack a ground-floor window. The window cracked but no entry was gained. The rear UPVC door was also attacked without success.
EDGERTON
The doors on a Peugeot Boxer van were forced by thieves on August 16 and an Enduro mountain bike stolen as the vehicle was parked on Marsh Grove Road at 7pm.
BIRKBY
A nail was put through the tyre of a Mercedes Sprinter van while it was parked at Newland Court at 8.30pm on August 16.
LINDLEY
Passports, jewellery and cash were stolen by burglars who forced open a bedroom window on a bungalow on Cowrakes Road at 2.30pm on August 18.
Machine tools were taken during a raid on a storage container on Lindley Road, Lindley Moor, at 5.30pm on August 18.
A vandal smashed a side window on a vehicle parked on Alexandra Road on August 17 at 7.30pm. The vehicle was searched but nothing was taken.
FIXBY
Money was stolen from a Ford Fiesta parked on New Hey Road on August 17 after the front passenger window was smashed at 8pm.
OAKES
The radio was stolen from a Vauxhall Astra on Baker Street on August 17 at 9pm after the window was smashed.
In unrelated investigations, police would like to speak to the people pictured in the image gallery below. The people pictured in the images may be witnesses as well as suspects. If you recognise anyone, contact police on 101 quoting the reference number on the image caption. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/vandalism-washing-line-crimes-reported-11801376 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/4e73dfe5eaff12d254082947898df3358f481cc9a7fb870831027a16737d116c.json |
[
"Andrew Hirst"
] | 2016-08-26T12:58:36 | null | 2016-08-25T20:45:00 | Mother and son in house when intruders struck | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fteenager-scott-layzell-put-behind-11799869.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11511666.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS74372776.jpg | en | null | Teenager Scott Layzell put behind bars for his part in Roberttown burglary | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A teenager has been sent to a young offender institution for eight months for his part in an early morning burglary at the home of a mother and son.
Leeds Crown Court heard the woman was asleep in her bungalow in Lincoln Avenue, Roberttown when she was disturbed on July 6 by the sound of footsteps inside the property.
Martin Robertshaw, prosecuting, said she then heard the sound of a car being driven away which turned out to be her Renault Clio which had been parked nearby.
She then discovered an intruder had got in through a window and stolen property including two televisions and her handbag containing credit cards as well as the car keys.
Mr Robertshaw said Scott Layzell accepted he acted as a lookout and was a passenger in the car when it was driven off by an accomplice who had entered the property.
That man had already been jailed for the burglary and dangerous driving of the vehicle later that morning when he was followed by police after the car was reported missing and spotted by officers.
Judge Guy Kearl
Before that had happened the pair went to the accomplice’s home in Heckmondwike where the stolen property was unloaded and from where it was all later recovered.
Amanda Johnson, representing Layzell, said it was his accomplice, an older man in his 40s, who had suggested the burglary when the teenager was out of work and not receiving benefits and needed money. He play a subordinate role and it showed his lack of maturity.
He had not known there was a woman and her son alone in the property and was genuinely remorseful for what he had done. He hoped to start a college course in joinery and bricklaying soon.
Layzell, 18 of Woodhead Drive, Batley admitted the burglary.
Sentencing him Judge Guy Kearl QC said he accepted the other man was a significantly more sophisticated criminal but Layzell had acted as his lookout in what must have been a terrifying experience for the victim. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/teenager-scott-layzell-put-behind-11799869 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/819571bf132e762dfbc6f483ae1c6c9cdcf3e93cd51cfd626c28c87b472ba287.json |
[
"Gina Colley"
] | 2016-08-26T18:48:00 | null | 2016-08-26T19:30:00 | Mum says there's 'so much more' to pageants than just appearance | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fits-not-like-toddlers-tiaras-11804584.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11804797.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97945151.jpg | en | null | 'It's not like Toddlers and Tiaras': Mum hits out at beauty pageant image after daughter wins international crown | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A mum has spoken out against the image given to beauty pageants after her daughter won a top beauty title in America.
Halle-Blu Morrison, of Lightcliffe, defeated hundreds of contestants from around the world to take the Junior Miss Galaxy International crown.
The 12-year-old travelled to Orlando, Florida, to compete in the prestigious competition, and was the first ever girl from the UK to win the title. Her family tied in the trip with a holiday and used it as an excuse to go to Disney World.
Halle-Blu’s proud mum, Robyn, said: “The pageant Galaxy is the largest of its kind and it is an incredible achievement for a 12-year-old girl to win from the UK. The age range for her division was 12 to 14, and usually the older girls win.”
Halle-Blu won the UK National final in Chorley, Lancashire, in February and that qualified her to represent the UK in Florida.
She had wanted to take part after her mum won Mrs Galaxy UK. Robyn said: “I said no at first because I didn’t want her to grow up thinking just about how she looked, and I wanted her to concentrate on her school work and sporting activities.”
But she said Halle-Blu was very keen, and there was so much more to the pageants than just appearance. “It is not at all like it is presented on the reality television programme Toddlers and Tiaras,” said Robyn.
Halle-Blu Morrison, of Lightcliffe, wins Junior Miss Galaxy International in Florida
“Halle-Blu has raised thousands of pounds for her charities, and is currently supporting Home Farm Trust (HFT) for children with learning difficulties and The Christie cancer charity.
“The girls are judged on looks and personality, and there is an interview about what they do at school and their charity work. There is no bikini or swimsuit section. They wear big ballgowns, and their look has to be very natural in the younger divisions. They would be disqualified if they had anything fake such as hair, tans. nails or teeth. They can just wear a little make-up.”
Talented Halle-Blu, who is also an elite gymnast and National Champion cheerleader, will attend numerous national and international events over the next year as part of her Miss Galaxy reign. “She will go to various events at weekends and during the school holidays, and then she will travel back to America next year to hand over her crown and do some official engagements in the USA before then,” said Robyn.
Halle-Blu is a pupil at Hipperholme Grammar School, which awarded her a sports scholarship. She hopes to one day compete for England in the Olympics.
Halle-Blu Morrison with mum Robyn
Robyn said her daughter’s school was very supportive and really proud of her. “They get her up on stage at assembly to show what she has won, and now some of her friends want to take part in the pageants too because they know it is not how it is presented on TV. Everyone is really positive about what she does,” she said.
Halle-Blu Morrison, of Lightcliffe, wins Junior Miss Galaxy International in Florida
Robyn, who runs Panache Cheerschool which has branches in Brighouse and Dewsbury, said: “Halle-Blu has been cheerleading since she was about two, and doing gymnastics since about four or five. The two go hand-in-hand and she has done so well in both of them.”
Halle-Blu’s dad, Glenn Morrison, is a former rugby player for Bradford Bulls and Wakefield Wildcats, and is now head coach for Dewsbury Rams. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/its-not-like-toddlers-tiaras-11804584 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/6ddbf7fcda495d23a4a365bd60c7acb271194b4d0a9b1443e4346ce16a386ff6.json |
[
"Louise Cooper"
] | 2016-08-31T14:48:46 | null | 2016-08-31T14:00:00 | Batley woman Jacqueline Hobbs failed to notify DWP she was working | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fbenefit-fraud-pensioner-took-job-11820107.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11473260.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS74365232.jpg | en | null | Benefit fraud pensioner took a job to 'combat loneliness' | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A Batley pensioner accused of claiming benefits while working said she took the job to combat loneliness.
Jacqueline Hobbs, 67, of Arncliffe Road, fought back tears as she admitted to Kirklees Magistrates’ Court receiving £4,000 in benefits while working part-time as a cleaner.
The court heard Mrs Hobbs had been working for New Life Cleaning for around 10 hours a week.
Peter Hampson told in mitigation how Hobbs had not been fraudulent from the outset but had taken on the cleaning work not out of financial gain but to combat loneliness.
He told how she had lost her husband of 30 years and sought the social aspect of working and is currently suffering from depression.
Prosecutor Alex Bosman said Hobbs claimed £4,277.56 between November 2011 to February 2014.
She initially claimed she had notified the benefits agency and was told because she was working less than 16 hours a week it would not affect her benefits but no details of this contact could be verified.
She pleaded guilty to dishonestly failing to notify change of circumstances affecting benefit.
Court in brief: Racial abuse, assault and threatening behaviour in Subway
Magistrates saw leniency on Mrs Hobbs and ordered a conditional discharge for 12 months.
The chairman of the bench told the defendant: “If we were to follow our sentencing guidelines it would result in a community order.
“We are going to depart from the guidelines because of your health and because most community orders are not suitable.”
Hobbs, who was shaking as she left the court, was ordered to continue repaying the outstanding balance of overpaid benefits and fined £85 costs. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/benefit-fraud-pensioner-took-job-11820107 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/c955912871225b4d4a2f124066b92c700ea4fe4dda237996eadd117efd5cb173.json |
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"Mel Booth"
] | 2016-08-28T10:48:34 | null | 2016-08-28T10:15:08 | Marsden go down from Jedi Sports Championship despite unbeaten ton from Aussie Reagan Kyle | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdrakes-huddersfield-league-delph-need-11810725.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810749.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98119368.jpg | en | null | Drakes Huddersfield League: Delph need one win for title, Elland relegated, Honley safe | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Marsden's Reagan Kyle on his way to 134 not out at Kirkheaton, but his side went down
Delph & Dobcross know victory at home to Armitage Bridge this coming Saturday will make them the Drakes Premiership champions.
Andy Gleave’s side are 14 points clear with 18 to play for after the top-flight programme was eventually washed out by rain and everyone pocketed two points.
Unfortunately for Elland, their abandonment against Scholes means they are relegated to the lower section for the first time since the league had Sections A and B.
Honley, meanwhile, are safe because even if they lose their final three games and Shelley win theirs to finish level on 51 points with six wins each, Honley have the better head-to-head record by a point, 8-7.
Shelley, meanwhile, can still save themselves by making up an eight-point gap on Cawthorne.
In the Jedi Sports Championship, Marsden are relegated with two matches to play despite a fine unbeaten 134 from Aussie Reagan Kyle in their abandoned fixture at Kirkheaton.
Even though Marsden can catch third-bottom Lascelles Hall on 49 points, they would still have fewer wins.
In the Cedar Court Conference, Mirfield ParishCavaliers know a win at Almondbury this coming Saturday will clinch them the title.
They are already promoted alongside Almondbury Wesleyan, who are eight points back with 12 to play for.
Back in the top flight, the only ground where there was no play was Haigh Lane, where second-placed Hoylandswaine failed to start against Shepley because of heavy rain.
Delph had Broad Oak at 57-3 when the covers went on for the final time at Gillroyd Lane, while Armitage Bridge were 30-4 at home to Kirkburton when they adjourned to the bar.
At Cawthorne, who remain in danger of relegation, the home side reached 186-4 against Shelley, with Iqbal Khan on 55 and Liam Wiles 58.
Scholes reached 119-3 at Hullen Edge with Tom Chadwick hitting 28 and Kiwi Tom Macrury 31 not out, but Elland were frustrated and condemned to the drop at that point.
Barkisland had reached 182-4, with Luke Bridges 95 and Alex Scholefield 39 not out when the ran poured at Honley, while Golcar had made 172-8 at Skelmanthorpe.
Sri Lankan Upul Bandara made 58 of those and James Howson 47, while Michael Kitson took three for 33.
It was two points apiece across the Jedi Sports section, too, with Kyle blasting his 134 not out in a Marsden total of 226 at Kirkheaton, for whom Kamran Saleem took five for 50.
The home side were 74-4 in reply, Chris Kilner on three for 23, when rain ended the Colne Valley side’s hopes of survival.
Denby were 197-8 at Lascelles Hall when the rain won, Sarfraz Ahmed making 61, Bandula Don 44 and Harvey Jones 49 not out.
Linthwaite reached 156-8 at home to Meltham. Asif Qayyum made 46 while Ibrar Hussain picked up four for 46.
Clayton West were 150-9 at Moorlands, Oliver Pearson picked up five for 37 for Rastrick at Holmfirth, who were 131-8, while leaders Thongsbridge got to 153-2 at Slaithwaite before being forced off.
A handful of clubs remain in the hunt for promotion, and Thongsbridge have a crunch clash at home to fourth-placed Rastrick this coming Saturday.
Rastrick are only eight points back with 12 to play for. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/drakes-huddersfield-league-delph-need-11810725 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/bc5f00267706770dccd16bacbb62b4db25c5d32f7cb2ccbc224d12911767587e.json |
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"Robert Sutcliffe"
] | 2016-08-28T12:48:55 | null | 2016-08-28T12:00:00 | Up to 50 firefighters tackled blaze at Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar Garage | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ffirefighters-police-probing-cause-blaze-11811062.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11811104.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98126049.jpg | en | null | Firefighters and police probing cause of blaze at Mirfield garage | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Up to 50 firefighters tackled a blaze which ripped through Mirfield garage premises on Saturday night.
Fire crews from stations across West Yorkshire were called out to Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar in Huddersfield Road at 8.25pm.
The road was closed overnight while fire engines and police vehicles attended the scene. The busy main A644 only re-opened on Sunday morning.
Watch commander Alex Macfarlane, of Rastrick Fire Station, said around 50 firefighters from Mirfield, Rastrick, Cleckheaton, Huddersfield, Fairweather Green in Bradford, Leeds and Bradford tackled the blaze. He said their task was initially hampered by difficulties accessing water supplies.
Simon Morley Fire at Mirfield Prestige Garage, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield.
He said: “We received the call at 8.25pm and on arrival there were two motorhomes and a caravan as well as two vehicles well alight underneath the main canopy and fire spreading into the main building."
Fire crews called after blaze breaks out at John Cotton's factory in Mirfield
“At the height of the incident I think there were nine appliances taking part.
“We struggled to find suitable hydrants. Once we got water we were able to get into the building which measured 60m by 30m.
“About 40% of it was fully involved in fire. There were some vehicles of considerable value destroyed. We left at some time between 1.30am and 2am.”
Police say they are awaiting a report from fire investigators which will help them assess whether the fire was started deliberately or not. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/firefighters-police-probing-cause-blaze-11811062 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/74a1beea4d6104db24ad8ac6ec426fb324aa76f94dc389800d7fc19333ddd65d.json |
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"Andrew Hirst"
] | 2016-08-26T20:48:11 | null | 2016-08-26T20:45:00 | Last few tickets on sale for Sunday night | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fcolne-valley-funk-soul-club-11805125.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806372.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98007812.jpg | en | null | Colne Valley Funk and Soul Club Night returns to Marsden | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Djs Boy Oliver (right) and Lennie (left) : Ollie Maude and Karl Leonard from the Colne Valley Funk and Soul Club Night
Funk and soul lovers are in for a treat tomorrow night.
For August Bank Holiday Sunday will see the 10th Colne Valley Funk and Soul Club Night at Marsden British Legion.
The last nine have all sold out with people coming from as far away as Liverpool, Grimsby and Newcastle.
In addition to the Motown, northern soul, funk and disco music the organisers have joined forces with the Marsden Loose Women’s fundraising group, donating all proceeds of food sales on the night towards the Marsden Meet & Eat Group, a weekly lunch group for people who live in the village.
Djs Boy Oliver (left) and Lennie (right): Ollie Maude and Karl Leonard from the Colne Valley Funk and Soul Club Night
The event starts at 8pm and finishes at 2am. The last few tickets are available from 01484 847 570 or https:// www.wegottickets.com/event/363138
Tickets are £7 or £9 on the night.
For more info find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Colnevalleyfunkandsoulclub | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/colne-valley-funk-soul-club-11805125 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/b2c270b9e0dfadaecaa23283e47e11e22a3c33754cb4d9cba9b41036144b3aeb.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-28T12:48:14 | null | 2016-08-28T13:30:00 | The Dutchman had a Twitter spate with Wolverhampton Wanderers supporters before leaving Molineux for Huddersfield Town this summer | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhope-wolves-fans-didnt-mind-11810862.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11811085.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98079988.jpg | en | null | I hope Wolves fans didn't mind my celebration says match-winner Rajiv van La Parra | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Rajiv van La Parra says scoring his first Huddersfield Town goal to clinch victory over his former club Wolves was a “really special moment”.
The Dutch winger who cost Town £750,000 was involved in a Twitter row with fans before leaving Molineux, initially on loan, in March.
But he refused to stick the boot into the visiting supporters, who booed his every touch in the early stages of Saturday’s match.
Van La Parra produced the perfect response by netting from the rebound after Nahki Wells shot against the left-hand post.
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The goal came in front of the South Stand, housing both home and away fans, and the 25-year-old said: “It was an emotional moment.
“I wanted to celebrate for our fantastic supporters, but Wolves fans are good too, and I hope they didn’t mind.
“Wolves are a good club. They gave me my chance in English football and I am thankful for that.
“I had a good time there and I only look back to the good moments and wish them all the best.
“They are a really good team and I think they can do well this season.
“But I am a Huddersfield player and I want us to do well.”
Rajiv van La Parra celebrates scoring for Huddersfield Town against former side Wolverhampton Wanderers.
David Wagner’s Town are two points clear at the top of the Championship with 13 points from five games.
Van La Parra explained: “I think the strength of the team is that we all get on, and we all want to help each other and work hard for each other.
“The manager has created that spirit, and we all like the way he talks to us.
“He makes everyone feel comfortable and a part of things, even if they aren’t playing.
“He also gives us detailed information on the team we are up against.
“He identifies their strengths and weaknesses, and we know that if we put his plan into action, we have a good chance of winning games.
“We all believe in him and the fans do too - you can feel that.
“We all together know it is early in the season, but we just want to keep working.”
Did you go to yesterday's game? If so, what did you think of the players' performances? | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/hope-wolves-fans-didnt-mind-11810862 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/057dd772b6ce1c7cd74cf9e8c3961e417353ee4aa45391d54c3053f0e00f8c6d.json |
[
"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-27T08:49:12 | null | 2016-08-27T08:00:00 | Huddersfield, Colne Valley and Dewsbury MPs urge health chiefs to listen to results and scrap proposal | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhuddersfield-ae-consultation-results-go-11806886.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806870.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/Huddersfield-AE-consultation-response-fb.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield A&E consultation results: 'Go back to the drawing board', MPs say as they unite against plans | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | ‘Listen to what people are saying and go back to the drawing board.’
That’s the united message from Huddersfield, Colne Valley and Dewsbury MPs after an official report on a hospital shake-up revealed majority opposition to the controversial plan.
The report on the Right Care Right Time Right Place plan, which would close Huddersfield’s A&E and centralise emergency care in Halifax, also revealed concerns about travel to A&E as well as safety in the hospitals.
The ‘Independent Report of Findings’, by an NHS data unit, also showed that people had difficulty understanding the complex plans for the next generation of healthcare.
Huddersfield Labour MP Barry Sheerman said: “It’s a professional and wholehearted rejection – and it comes in a week when the GPs are rejecting it.
“The public responding does not like it or want it.
“This leaves the CCGs totally isolated and they don’t have a case.
“It’s back to the drawing board.”
Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney said it was time for the CCG to accept the findings of the survey and scrap the plan.
Ethnicity of respondents
The Conservative member said: “We have heard from local people and local GPs who are clearly saying that these proposals cannot go ahead.
“It’s really time for the CCGs to accept that and scrap these current plans. It’s as simple as that.”
Dewsbury Labour MP Paula Sherriff said there was no confidence that the proposals would deliver better care.
Ms Sherriff, a former NHS manager, said: “There’s absolutely no confidence that these changes will deliver this; I feel it’s only being done for financial reasons.
“The CCGs have to think again and I will help them.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/huddersfield-ae-consultation-results-go-11806886 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/f1f9def558b6d21c01a0f5666b335943c5bc1c6a95e80f6081f292e0a0610ef6.json |
[
"Blake Welton"
] | 2016-08-27T18:48:58 | null | 2016-08-27T17:55:32 | Who stood out and who didn't among David Wagner's men as Town record a fourth win in five games this afternoon | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-v-wolverhampton-wanderers-11758255.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11809327.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98078298.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town v Wolverhampton Wanderers: give us your ratings for the Terriers | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town's Rajiv van La Parra and Wolves' David Edwards in action during the Sky Bet Championship clash.
Ex-Wolverhampton Wanderers player Rajiv van La Parra came back to haunt his former side and keep Huddersfield Town at the top of the Football League Championship.
Town are now four points clear at the summit after the Dutchman scored the only goal of the game, firing in the rebound after Nahki Wells' shot had struck the post.
David Wagner's side dominated the first-half proceedings and should have been further ahead at the interval before Wolves rallied in the second-half to set up a nervy final 10 minutes.
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Half-time substitute Joao Teixeira hit the upright from 20 yards for the visitors while Jon Dadi Bodvarsson's header was expertly saved by Danny Ward from point-blank range.
But who stood out to warrant the Man of the Match accolade? And who flattered to deceive or was below par?
Have your say below with our Player Rating Gadget letting you score each of David Wagner's men out of 10. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-v-wolverhampton-wanderers-11758255 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/a4390f4fd511f92aec788289ec07de65503885dec19aa3aba48fce558768b1c1.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-26T12:53:38 | null | 2016-08-26T07:58:00 | Don't take unbeaten Wolves lightly because the table means nothing at this stage | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-need-give-wolves-11798458.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11778490.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97597667.jpg | en | null | Why Huddersfield Town need to give Wolves match their full attention: By Doug Thomson | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | David Wagner has said he doesn’t think league tables really mean much until teams have played every other in the division at least once.
But Huddersfield Town’s head coach will surely be happy if his side head into the first international break of the season top of the Championship.
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That would underline the bright start Town have made to the new campaign and further boost self-belief ahead of the tough trips to Leeds United and Brighton and Hove Albion which await.
September also brings home meetings with QPR and Rotherham United either side of a trip to Reading, which last year marked the end of Chris Powell’s reign and the start of the ‘Wagner Revolution’.
But let’s not get ahead of ourselves.
First up is the visit of Wolves - and it demands 100% attention.
Town might be at the top of the second-tier summit for the first time since 1999.
But Wolves are just two places and two points behind, having won two and drawn two to date.
It’s been pointed out that all Town’s 10 points have come against sides in the top half of the current standings while Wolves have only faced sides 13th or below.
But as Wagner is at pains to point out, embryonic tables can be deceptive.
The Black Country side have also chalked up two wins in the League Cup, the most recent at home to Cambridge United on Tuesday.
Town, having had a blank midweek after their first-round elimination at Shrewsbury Town, will hope the Cambridge clash took its toll on Walter Zenga’s side.
The former Inter Milan goalkeeper only took over from Kenny Jackett at Molineux the week before the season started following Wolves’ takeover by the Chinese group Fosun International.
But that hasn’t prevented him adding significantly to the squad - and making an early impact.
Among the new boys are Icelandic striker Jon Dadi Bodvarsson, a star of his country’s eye-catching Euro 2016 campaign and a teammate of Town left-back Chris Lowe’s at Kaiserslautern last season.
The 24-year-old has already scored twice for Wolves, as has Joe Mason, signed from Cardiff City last January.
Meanwhile the likely appearances of Town’s Rajiv van La Parra and the visitors’ Conor Coady against their former clubs adds extra flavour to what should be an intriguing match played in front of another big John Smith’s Stadium crowd. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-need-give-wolves-11798458 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/39bfc8544307e8334f554592dcda2ee8097c3e89c5cc367a145c9cba7ee17589.json |
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"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-31T06:48:52 | null | 2016-08-31T06:00:00 | But wait it's still way too long and health bosses say it'll be challenging to improve | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fchildren-kirklees-waiting-four-months-11818687.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11819168.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS91872328.jpg | en | null | Children in Kirklees waiting FOUR MONTHS for mental health treatment | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | There is currently a four-month wait for NHS treatment provided by South West Yorkshire Foundation Trust
A children's mental health service once described as ‘not fit for purpose’ has slashed its waiting list.
But Huddersfield and Kirklees children with depression, anxiety and other mental health problems, are still waiting almost three times as long for treatment as is recommended by health experts.
And Kirklees mental health chiefs say it will be ‘challenging’ to cut the waiting time for specialist treatment to the recommended length.
There is currently a four-month wait for NHS treatment provided by South West Yorkshire Foundation Trust (SWYFT).
According to NHS guidelines the recommended wait between a referral and a first appointment is six weeks.
Local children’s mental health campaigner, Martin Kilgallon of the Whole Autism Family, said while the reduction in waiting times was an improvement, services needed to be consistent.
Mr Kilgallon, of Mirfield, said: “It’s an improvement on where they were, but the question is that following the four months’ wait to see someone, how long does it then take to get an actual diagnosis?”
Mr Kilgallon, who has two autistic sons, said: “Or are the CCG (clinical commissioning group) going to fund it short-term, clear some of the list and then run out of funding and allow the same to happen again?
The Kilgallon family at The Whole Autism Family rally at Dewsbury Town Hall. From left: Anne-Marie, Tolan, Fredi and Martin
“This is the concern – there’s no consistency.
“The CCG need to stop wasting time and money with CAMHS and invest into a process that delivers on efficiency and provides a service to patients.”
The reduction in waiting times follows the launch of a five-year ‘transformation plan’ worth over £1m.
As a result extra staff have been employed and SWYFT expects to treat almost 300 more children this year.
In May 2015, SWYFT chiefs admitted that their children and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) were ‘not fit for purpose’.
But earlier this year the trust slashed its waiting list for ‘intervention’ treatments from 14 months and seven months.
And while the figure has improved still, Kirklees mental health commissioning manager, Tom Brailsford, said it would be ‘challenging’ to meet the six-week target.
Mr Brailsford told Kirklees councillors and health chiefs: “They are still longer than we would like but they are better than what they were.”
He added: “It’s four months to treatment rather than six weeks, so it’s going to be challenging.”# | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/children-kirklees-waiting-four-months-11818687 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/e04b22ae21a34b9d6ad701956e361b2849e8321cee877c11c2d1831f412ae4a4.json |
[
"Gina Colley"
] | 2016-08-27T20:48:08 | null | 2016-08-27T20:00:00 | Drinkers barking mad over pubs which don't accept their pets | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ffood-drink-news%2Fyour-favourite-pub-dog-friendly-11805175.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806739.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98004949.jpg | en | null | Is your favourite pub dog friendly? Nominate it for an award | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | DogBuddy is announcing the launch of its Dog-friendly Pub Awards to recognise pubs that go that little bit further for our furry friends
Pubs are being given paws for thought with the launch of awards to recognise ones which are dog-friendly.
The awards are being run by DogBuddy.com, Europe’s leading online dog-sitting and home dog boarding community.
Voting started yesterday (Friday, August 26), to coincide with National Dog Day, and the closing date for the competition is October 31.
If your dog-friendly pub isn’t listed, nominations are open for pubs all over the UK at dogbuddypubs.com/add-a-pub.
Research by DogBuddy.com, which questioned more than 2,500 dog owners across the UK, found that more than a third of people won’t visit a pub if it isn’t dog-friendly.
A total of 70% of Yorkshire dog owners actively search for dog-friendly pubs, and a quarter have left a pub that claimed to be dog-friendly but wasn’t. Paul O’Grady was revealed as our county’s favourite dog-owning celebrity.
DogBuddy is announcing the launch of its Dog-friendly Pub Awards to recognise pubs that go that little bit further for our furry friends
Richard Setterwall, Chief Executive Officer and founder of DogBuddy, said: “It’s evident that Yorkshire cherishes its four-legged friends, so DogBuddy is encouraging pubs across the region to embrace ‘paw power’ and welcome four legs as well as two.
National Dog Day: Huddersfield's cutest canines
“Not only will these ‘pawsome’ awards show some well-deserved appreciation of existing dog-friendly establishments, but also aim to promote dog-friendly values across all pubs in the country, inspiring dog owners to discover and visit their local pubs.”
National Dog Day: Would your dog enjoy a blueberry and vanilla facial?
He added: “We’re delighted to be announcing the launch of our Dog-Friendly Pub Awards, to celebrate the pubs that recognise that our dogs enjoy getting out to their local pub just as much as we do. We value dog welfare and care above all, and these awards will help us to further promote happy lifestyles for both pets and their owners.”
Founded in 2013, DogBuddy.com has more than 300,000 dog lovers on its books and 25,000 approved dog sitters in the UK, Spain, Italy, France, Germany and Sweden. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/your-favourite-pub-dog-friendly-11805175 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/e0882c00a1a657eba3cd29aa05d992b137253d5f5dd7f8722aca37f751477b70.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-28T16:48:36 | null | 2016-08-28T17:00:00 | Despite sitting top of the league at the international break, its business as usual for the German next week | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-boss-david-wagner-11810888.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11811257.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98083182.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner on Leeds United, Transfer Deadline Day and the Championship table | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | David Wagner is already looking forward to Huddersfield Town’s big derby trip to Leeds United after an international break which will include a behind-closed-doors game against Liverpool.
Town will send a squad to the Premier League club’s Melwood training headquarters on Friday before beginning the countdown to the Saturday September 10 showdown at Elland Road.
Wagner’s side will head to their West Yorkshire rivals as Championship leaders, having preserved their two-point advantage at the summit with a hard-fought 1-0 home win over Wolves.
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Town, for whom ex-Wolves winger Rajiv van La Parra claimed a sixth-minute winner in front of 19,972 at the John Smith’s Stadium, have won four and drawn the other of their five league games.
The current side have equalled the club’s best-ever record at this stage of a season, achieved previously in 1924/25 and 1952/53.
The German head coach is understandably happy - but insists his players will stay firmly grounded.
“The table is irrelevant to me,” he said. “For me what is relevant is that we know what we have done and what we need to keep doing.
“We have made a good start and the players have invested a lot to achieve it. They all see how this investment has helped us and they will not stop.
“But we will not look too far ahead, only what is right in front of us and that is Leeds United - and what a prospect this big local derby is!”
Wagner, who has keeper Danny Ward (Wales), centre-back Jon Gorenc Stankovic (Slovenia Under 21s) and midfielder Aaron Mooy (Australia) on international duty, says he and his staff will carefully balance recovery and training for his other senior squad members.
On Transfer Deadline Day
Kyle Dempsey could find himself leaving Huddersfield Town on loan before the Transfer Window closes.
With the summer transfer window shutting at 11pm on Wednesday, the Huddersfield Town boss was also asked about potential comings and goings and quipped: “We will all switch off our phones and turn them back on after 11.00 that night!”
The German says as far as he is concerned, all business is done other than the possible loaning out of midfielder Kyle Dempsey.
Wagner accepts there is sure to be speculation, especially over Nahki Wells, the striker linked with a number of Championship rivals.
But Town have consistently said it would take a major bid to make them even think about selling their Bermudian star.
And their head coach insists he is relaxed - and will remain so.
“We have done our business, most of it early on,” said Wagner, who last week brought in left-back Tareiq Homes-Dennis from Charlton Athletic in a deal which could reach £500,000.
“So it is nice that we can follow the last days of the transfer window rather than having to do anything.”
On Dempsey, who is yet to be in a matchday squad this season, Wagner said: “We will talk about the situation.
“Kyle is a good talent, but he needs minutes on the pitch.
“There are interesting clubs who are interested in him, so we will see what develops.”
As well as taking a side to Liverpool for the behind-closed-doors game against the Premiership side, Town’s Under 23s will also be in action at Hull City on Monday evening (7pm). | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-boss-david-wagner-11810888 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/575815f3936d568279c3fb021ae17dbbee0143f4f55754532c92650e2db65976.json |
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"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-26T13:02:33 | null | 2016-08-25T18:23:00 | The results are out — here's what we've learned from the Right Care Right Time Right Place consultation report | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhuddersfield-ae-consultation-results-what-11801559.json | http://i1.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/incoming/article10959232.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS83670110.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield A&E consultation results: What we've learned so far | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | The results of the official consultation on a plan which could close Huddersfield’s A&E are out.
And it’s not good news for Huddersfield and Calderdale health bosses behind the controversial Right Care Right Time Right Place plan.
Some 80% of Huddersfield people, who completed the official survey, believed it would make the care they received WORSE.
And while just a third of Calderdale residents felt they would be negatively affected by the proposal, a clear majority (60%) of both Huddersfield and Calderdale people felt the plan would lead to a decline in their care.
Travel times to A&E, waiting times to be treated and the impact on other hospitals and ambulance services were the most popular concerns, the results reveal.
Would you be negatively impacted by the proposed changes? 60% Yes
The report also noted that many respondents had not understood the proposal and that inadequate information had been provided as to how the plan would work.
The findings from a 14-week public consultation on the plan, which will centralise emergency care in Halifax, were published at 5.15pm today.
Natalie Ratcliffe, of the #HandsOffHRI campaign which has been fighting the proposal, said: “On balance the survey results are just what we expected.
Campaigner Natalie Ratcliffe
“We can only hope that they listen to the views of staff and the community. Our fight will continue.”
And in Westminster, Shadow Health Secretary Diane Abbott waded in to express concern that despite the negative results, local NHS bosses may persist with their plan.
The Labour frontbencher said: “I am deeply concerned that despite (a) consultation likely to show opposition to the closure of Huddersfield Royal Infirmary there will be a decision to close anyway.
“Labour opposes these continual closures of vital units across the country. I call on (Health Secretary) Jeremy Hunt to heed the outcome of this consultation.”
When asked what they liked about the plans to centralise emergency care at Calderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax, almost two-thirds (60.8%) of Huddersfield respondents replied ‘none of these apply’.
And while some Calderdale respondents said they liked some of the proposed changes to emergency care, none of the changes presented received approval by more than half of respondents.
Where do respondents live?
Those who took the survey had fewer concerns about centralising planned care at a new, smaller Huddersfield hospital.
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But concerns that patients would have to wait longer for operations was also a key finding.
The report, produced by an independent NHS data unit, sets out several key points for Huddersfield and Calderdale NHS bosses to consider.
They are: travel and transport, safety and capacity in the hospitals, the reasons and the need for change, and helping respondents understand the proposal.
Visit our website tomorrow for an in-depth look at the report.
• A decision on Right Care Right Time Right Place is expected to be made on October 20. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/huddersfield-ae-consultation-results-what-11801559 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/7b769a809ec7bce5da0d6386b6bc0e7d18c7ddb206d055ae5551beaf66db3e5e.json |
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"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-26T12:54:06 | null | 2016-08-26T08:31:00 | Thousands expected for festival to save Huddersfield's A&E — here's our guide to what's on | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fwhats-on-news%2Fhands-hri-funday-sunday-everything-11798877.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11274917.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS67511295.jpg | en | null | Hands Off HRI Funday Sunday: Everything you need to know about the Greenhead Park festival | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Hospital campaigners are still working hard to keep Huddersfield Royal Infirmary open - and their next event promises fun for all the family!
Hands off HRI's Funday Sunday family event will give people the chance to get involved in the campaign while enjoying live music, dance and martial arts performances, stalls and food and drink.
There's also children's rides, bungee trampolines and charity stalls, including a Hands Off HRI merchandise stall.
The event will raise cash for #HandsOffHRI should they need to go to court to challenge a controversial proposal which will close Huddersfield’s A&E and centralise emergency care at Calderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax. #HandsOffHRI have a top-level lawyer – Yogi Amin of Irwin Mitchell – but legal challenges can cost hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Here’s everything you need to know about Funday Sunday:
When and where is it?
Funday Sunday will take place on Sunday September 4.
The march will begin at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary at noon, before the festival kicks off at Greenhead Park at 12.30pm.
Huddersfield A&E protest march, St George's Square Huddersfield.
What's the march route?
The march begins at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Acre Street, at noon. It will proceed down New Hey Road, Westbourne Road and Trinity Street into Greenhead Park.
What's on?
There are two stages: a main stage and the park bandstand.
The main stage line-up:
12.30pm - Six Months in Mexico
1.30pm - Days of Riot
2.15pm - Vital Statistix
3pm - The Sellouts
4pm - Superfly
5pm - Storm
6pm - Take That Live
In between bands there will be speeches about saving Huddersfield’s A&E by campaigners from Save Lewisham Hospital and Protect Chorley Hospital.
Also speaking will be Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney, #HandsOffHRI founder Karl Deitch and GP and NHS campaign Dr Jackie Grunsell.
The bandstand line-up:
1.30pm - Linthwaite Brass Band
2.15pm - Mucipups Ukulele Band
3.30pm - Lindley Brass Band
4.15pm - Deadbeat Brass
5pm - Pennine Jazz
Dance and martial arts performances
There will be a demonstration area with dance and martial arts demonstrations from: Babes in the Wood, Colne Valley Black Belt Academy, Dance Emporium, MSA Thai Boxing, Fidget Feet, Team Hanson Community Kickboxing, A2D Cheerleaders and The Cassidy School of Irish Dancing.
Stalls, rides and more
There will be stalls galore selling food from artisan sausages to Caribbean dishes, as well as gifts and #HandsOffHRI merchandise. There will be charity stalls, fairground rides, a climbing wall, zorb balls, bungee trampolines, axe throwing and more.
Is there an admission fee?
No — admission is free!
Any age restrictions?
No. It’s designed to be a family festival.
Where can I park?
There will be disabled parking on Park Drive and next to The Park cafe. Non-disabled parking will be street parking which is limited, so you may be better off using public transport. The park is only a 10-minute walk from Huddersfield town centre. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/hands-hri-funday-sunday-everything-11798877 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/8a41a494b5da14ea47e9874265c858fe77d84d7cbc9946e92067657f832376a9.json |
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"Louise Cooper"
] | 2016-08-26T12:56:23 | null | 2016-08-25T21:00:00 | Gareth Oldroyd, 27, bit a man's arm at Butchers Arms in Batley | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fdrunk-man-kicked-off-bit-11800002.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11801858.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97946793.jpg | en | null | Drunk man 'kicked off' and bit man's arm when asked to leave funeral wake | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A drunk man ‘kicked off’ and bit another man on the arm when he was asked to leave a Batley pub during a funeral wake, a court heard.
But the first Gareth Oldroyd, 27, knew about what had happened was when he woke up in police cells, Kirklees Magistrates’ Court was told.
Oldroyd, of Dale Lane, Heckmondwike, subsequently pleaded guilty to a charge of assaulting Benjamin Sykes and criminal damage to a Honda CRV on July 25.
Prosecutor Bill Astin said: “The defendant was told to leave the Butcher’s Arms public house by the landlady and a number of people tried to usher him out.
“There was a struggle and he became argumentative and has bitten Mr Sykes on the arm.”
The court heard Oldroyd was successfully escorted outside and appeared to calm down but then punched a rear light of the parked Honda car.
Mr Astin said Mr Sykes suffered a superficial mark and did not require medical treatment.
Kirklees Magistrates Court, Huddersfield.
District Judge Michael Fanning said the defendant’s “long record” made “grim reading.”
He told Oldroyd: “Because you have pleaded guilty you will avoid going to prison. It was at a wake. There would be an expectation that people would be upset anyway.
“You’ve given no explanation, except you drank too much and can’t remember any of the circumstances of the offence.”
The judge ordered Oldroyd to carry out 80 hours’ unpaid work in the community.
He also ordered £100 to be paid to Mr Sykes and £100 to the owner of the damaged car. A further £175 is also to be paid in fines and costs.
The judge warned: “If you don’t do the order you can expect to go to prison.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/drunk-man-kicked-off-bit-11800002 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/aa5d2a20626fbec39be1148aac93853a5d847a2f655dd35f3cb17f3596094f32.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-29T10:48:34 | null | 2016-08-29T09:56:38 | The midfielder is set to spend the season in League One | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-loan-kyle-dempsey-11813568.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11801340.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS95095349.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town loan Kyle Dempsey to Fleetwood Town | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town have loaned midfielder Kyle Dempsey to Fleetwood Town.
The 20-year-old’s stay at the League One club will run to the end of the season, but Town have a recall option in January.
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The development comes ahead of transfer deadline day on Wednesday, when the cut-off is 11.00pm.
Town boss David Wagner, who has guided his charges to the top of the Championship, expects it to be the last bit of business the club is involved in.
Dempsey’s move comes as no surprise.
The former Carlisle United man, signed for £300,000 during the 2015 close-season, made 24 appearances, half of them starts, last time around.
But with increased competition (on-loan Manchester City man Aaron Mooy and Croatian Ivan Paurevic have been added to existing midfield options Jonathan Hogg, Dean Whitehead and the highly-rated Philip Billing) he hasn’t featured in a matchday squad this season.
Wagner said the week before last that a loan was a possibility for the Whitehaven-born player.
Dempsey is under contract until 2018, when Town can add a further 12 months to the deal.
Fleetwood, bossed by Wagner’s fellow German Uwe Rosler, are eight in League I after winning 2-0 at Southend United.
They host Blackburn Rovers Under 23s in the English Football League Trophy on Tuesday and Coventry City in League I on Saturday.
Head coach Wagner said: “Kyle is a talented young player and his development is very important to us.
“We cannot offer him regular football at the moment, but that is what he needs for his continued improvement now.
“I talked very honestly with Kyle about the possibility of a loan, but it was important that the club he joined had to be right.
“Fleetwood play a similar style of football to us and I believe Kyle will thrive in Uwe’s system.
“We’ll watch him very closely during his time with Fleetwood, where I am sure he will do very well.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-loan-kyle-dempsey-11813568 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/31eb6c8a7cb498dfcd1edf8a849e705f8aca7372aeff275daae98ee7d4810ee0.json |
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"Andrew Bardsley"
] | 2016-08-30T14:48:46 | null | 2016-08-30T14:20:45 | Police had to use 'stinger' device to slash his two front tyres | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fuk-world-news%2Fwatch-drunk-driver-lead-police-11818893.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11818899.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98024727.jpg | en | null | Watch drunk driver lead police on 120mph chase down M60 and M602 | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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A drunk driver who led police on a motorway chase reaching speeds of up to 120mph was only stopped when officers used a ‘stinger’ device to slash his two front tyres, a court heard.
Father-of-one Kieran Philbin has been locked up for the shocking pursuit on the M60 and M602 in south Manchester and Salford, earlier this summer.
Philbin, 30, had been drinking with a friend and his partner at Piccolino in Bramhall on Wednesday, July 27, but the night turned sour, Manchester Crown Court heard.
After they went back to the couple’s home nearby, Philbin became increasingly drunk, making lewd comments and behaving in a threatening manner, the court heard.
Prosecuting, Michael Morley said: “It seems to have been a pleasant enough evening.“But the defendant got more and more drunk and started behaving in an embarrassing way, making comments about finding his friend’s partner attractive.
“When he was rebuffed he became aggressive. He called her a s*** and said:‘I will take your car you know’.“A little while later she noticed her car keys were missing.”
Police chase a Mercedes along the M62 and M602 driven by a drunk driver
Philbin, who had also taken cocaine, was next seen driving the couple’s black Mercedes A200, performing handbrake turns in a Tesco car park on Altrincham Road, Baguley, at about 2am later that night.
He was later spotted by police after receiving reports of a car driving down the wrong side of the road for two miles on the M60 anti-clockwise between junction 6 at Sale and junction 5 at Northenden.
It was deemed too dangerous for officers to chase but they caught up with the vehicle on the M602.
Officers gave chase, with the car reaching speeds of up to 120mph. Philbin also collided with police cars side by side as he tried to evade them.A stinger device was laid by officers, which punctured two of the car’s tyres and slowed Philbin down.
Eventually he was stopped on the slip road at junction 2 of the M602 at the Eccles Interchange, at 3.17am.Philbin refused to get out of the car, and officers had to smash a window to get him out.
The court heard he has a number of previous convictions for driving offences, and he was already banned from driving while committing this offence.
Police chase a Mercedes along the M62 and M602 driven by a drunk driver
Philbin, a self-employed plasterer of Glaze Walk, Whitefield, previously pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified, theft, failing to provide a specimen and dangerous driving.
Defending, Patrick Williamson said: “This defendant has a frankly appalling driving record.
“It would seem that on a frequent basis from his youth to more recent times he has a habit of taking vehicles, driving while prevented by doing so by a court order and on occasion drinking to excess.
“That seems to be the case here.”
Mr Williamson said Philbin denied he made sexual advances towards the woman, but said he was angered at her perceived ‘dismissive approach’ after he told her about his mother’s ill health.
Addressing Philbin, Judge Hilary Manley said: “This was a terrible piece of driving at extremely excessive speeds at a time of night when there were few motorists around. You were putting people at grave risk.
“At the age of 30, you are too old for this. Whatever your personal problems are, this is not the answer. It’s only a matter of time before you kill yourself or worse kill someone else.”
Philbin was sentenced to 16 months in prison, and banned from driving for five years. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/watch-drunk-driver-lead-police-11818893 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/ada5d650dba19683985f7524653483d34f9abc3caaf126df54f92ca74f34ce1a.json |
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"Mel Booth"
] | 2016-08-26T13:03:24 | null | 2016-08-25T18:58:00 | Low-scoring draw also fancied by punters | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fgreat-odds-available-huddersfield-town-11796752.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/article11777995.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97601143.jpg | en | null | Great odds available on Huddersfield Town to beat Wolves by single goal | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | The match stats team at bettingexpert.com have taken a look at the recent history of league contests between Huddersfield Town and Wolves, who meet at the John Smith’s Stadium on Saturday.
And they discovered that since the pair were reacquainted with each other in the Championship a few seasons ago, their six subsequent fixtures have yielded 20 goals.
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Surprisingly, not one of those half dozen contents ended all-square and, significantly perhaps, just seven of those 20 goals were scored in the first half.
Undefeated in the league, David Wagner's Town currently sit atop the Championship pile, hence Marathonbet have had little reason to doubt their decision to install them as 13/10 jollies to take three points.
Wolves, too, have started well and their winning performance at St Andrews last week has convinced a number of punters that the this fixture’s run of conclusive results could come to an end, with many suspecting a low-scoring draw could be on the cards.
The likelihood of it ending goalless, rated a 17/2 shot by Ladbrokes, has found favour with punters, while the 13/5 posted by 188bet against the draw has also been well backed.
In other markets, Titanbet offer 4/6 about the match yielding fewer than 2.5 goals, while Coral price Town at 29/10 to be ahead at the half-hour mark and Skybet chalk an attractive 3/1 against them enjoying a one-goal margin of victory.
It seems that if we’re going to see a winner, it probably won’t be by a significant margin; punters who concur might be persuaded to run the rule over BetVictor’s 6/1 for Huddersfield to secure a 1-0 victory, a win that would strengthen their position at the top of the Championship table.
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For further details, visit bettingexpert.com | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/great-odds-available-huddersfield-town-11796752 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/60a488e29bcc712d315e25140ba498e85e7a99a42b6b9b0cc9f0b36c96ab5392.json |
[
"Robert Sutcliffe"
] | 2016-08-26T18:50:07 | null | 2016-08-26T18:30:00 | TV actress widely tipped to be next Batley and Spen MP following the tragic death of Jo Cox | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ftracy-brabin-faces-number-hurdles-11805083.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11793954.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS95003955.jpg | en | null | Tracy Brabin faces 'number of hurdles' to become next Batley and Spen MP | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | TV actress Tracy Brabin may have been widely tipped to stand as Labour candidate for Jo Cox’s constituency of Batley and Spen - but there is no guarantee she will be successful.
The 55-year-old star, who has a huge list of TV and writing credits to her name including Eastenders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale, grew up in Batley and attended Heckmondwike Grammar School – the same one which Jo attended.
The married mother-of-two died after being attacked outside a constituency surgery in Birstall in June.
The highly personable actress has previously canvassed for the party in the area and accompanied Jo on a visit to Heckmondwike Grammar in September, 2014.
In a tweet, Ms Brabin said she was “thinking about” standing but added she need to “talk to the people of Batley and Spen”.
But before she gets to become the prospective Parliamentary Labour candidate for the seat there are a number of hurdles for her to cross.
A Labour party insider explained the protocol behind how the decision will be made.
Former Coronation Street and Emmerdale star Tracy Brabin canvassing for Labour in Lowerhouses in 2012. Tracy and Sadia Rehman pictured with Louisa Walker and her daughter Taylor (7), of Oaken Bank Crescent, Lowerhouses
He said: “Labour’s National Executive Committee, (NEC), are calling all the shots on this one.
“At some point shortly, the party nationally, will issue an advert that we are looking for a candidate.
“It’s advertised on internal party websites and internal party mailing lists. It will become known through Labour Party blogs.
“This could happen at any time, it could be next week that they announce it and candidates will be able to put their names forward.
“A ‘long list’ will be created and some of these who apply will be interviewed, however the shortlist will probably be three or four candidates as past experience suggests.
“Once this shortlist is done the Batley and Spen Constituency Labour Party will hold a hustings, (traditionally convened on a Saturday).
“Each candidate has the chance to make a statement and take questions from the floor, from local party members, the Co-op Party and some trade unions.
“A secret ballot will be held and then the successful candidate will be announced.”
As regards the actual by-election itself he said this would be up to Labour’s Chief Whip, Doncaster MP, Rosie Winterton.
The earliest she could move the writ would be September 5 when Parliament returns for a short spell or October when Parliament returns for a full session.
If she is successful in navigating all these hurdles then Ms Brabin will be the overwhelming favourite to retain the seat given that the major parties, including the Conservatives, Lib Dems, Greens and Ukip, have said they will not contest it. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/tracy-brabin-faces-number-hurdles-11805083 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/e5716d4b773ccce16df499e8a69e376b076e96fb8eb8b6e861cfb9938f07e951.json |
[
"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-29T18:49:29 | null | 2016-08-29T18:00:00 | The latest gossip surrounding the second tier | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fchampionship-transfer-rumours-asamoah-gyan-11815940.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/article11794687.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/CP44183463.jpg | en | null | Championship transfer rumours: Asamoah Gyan close to Championship switch, Jordan Rhodes latest and more | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Ex-Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan is set to join Reading on a season-long loan from Chinese Super League outfit Shanghai SPG.
The Ghana captain is believed to be in Berkshire for a medical today and the deal could be announced in the next 24 hours.
Gyan left Sunderland in 2012 to join United Arab Emirates side Al-Ain before moving to China in 2015 becoming one of the highest paid footballers in the world.
The striker scored 10 goals in 34 appearances for the Black Cats and earned a whopping £227,000-a-week in Shanghai - how much of that will be paid by the Royals is yet to be confirmed.
Jonathan Kodjia of Bristol City
Derby County are also after a new striker and are thought to be in pole position to land Jonathan Kodjia from Bristol City .
The Robins have received multiple bids for their star striker, but none have matched their estimation of the 27-year-old.
The Rams however have submitted a bid which could be worth in excess of £14m including add-ons - almost seven times the fee Bristol City paid for the forward 13 months ago.
City boss Lee Johnson says he will dip into the market again even if Kodjia stays at Asthon Gate, with his side sat sixth in the Championship table and aiming for a play-off place.
He told the Bristol Post: "If Jonathan goes or Jonathan stays, we will be in the market for other players. We don't know what will happen and we will be on the lookout for other players anyway.
"We are always prepared for anything. If you are not, then you are not doing your job properly. There always has to be a recruitment strategy in place."
AP Photo/Matthias Schrader Ghana's Christian Atsu leaps over the challenge of Germany's Shkodran Mustafi during a 2014 World Cup match
Newcastle United 's summer continues to be a busy one with Rafa Benitez welcoming Daryl Murphy and Achraf Lazaar to St James' Park this weekend.
The next man on the list for the former Real Madrid manager is likely to be a winger with Premier League midfielders Christian Atsu and Callum McManaman linked to the North East side.
Atsu has not made an appearance for Chelsea since joining from Porto in 2013 and the Blues are allowing the Ghanaian to leave on loan once more.
The Magpies are believed to be close to a deal for the 24-year-old, with Sky Sources claiming an option to buy is also under discussion between the clubs.
West Brom's McManaman has reportedly been offered to the Magpies, but the deal for Atsu is at a much more advanced stage.
In outbound Newcastle news, Cheick Tiote's situation at St James' Park has been cast into doubt after the Ivory Coast midfielder failed a medical ahead of a proposed switch to Galatasaray.
Middlesbrough's Jordan Rhodes (third left) celebrates after scoring during the pre-season friendly at Aston Villa
Former Huddersfield Town striker Jordan Rhodes is believed to be holding out for a Premier League club to show interest before deciding where to go this transfer window.
The Northern Echo have reported the striker wants to wait for a top-tier side to take him from Middlesbrough and he is ready to wait for a last minute bid.
Norwich and Sheffield Wednesday are believed to be at the top of the list of Championship clubs who want the forward, but the Scot has ambitions of playing on the highest stage.
Finally, Nottingham Forest are believed to be ready to reinvest the £13m they received for Oliver Burke on three new transfers.
The Reds have annoyed fans with their decision to sell the striker, but chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi has taken to Twitter to assure fans the money will go to good use. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/championship-transfer-rumours-asamoah-gyan-11815940 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/f1001c31a83f1fc7e71ce7ea7757aa1ead33c8c654c1aa46594f2eaae204ab3d.json |
[
"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-26T18:48:19 | null | 2016-08-26T19:02:00 | A book is being written about the legend's Leeds Road managerial stint | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fanyone-remember-bill-shanklys-time-11805084.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11805325.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS13832111.jpg | en | null | Anyone remember Bill Shankly's time at Huddersfield Town? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Do you remember the legendary Bill Shankly’s time at Huddersfield Town - or know anyone who does?
If so, Luke Massey would like to hear from you.
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He is writing a book on Shankly’s four-year stint at Leeds Road, initially as assistant to manager Andy Beattie, with whom he had played at Preston North End.
Scotland international Shankly, who was to lead Liverpool to a UEFA Cup success, three league titles and two FA Cup wins, arrived in the West Riding in December 1955 having managed Carlisle United, Grimsby Town and Workington.
He replaced Beattie as Town boss in November 1956 (Town had been relegated from the top flight the season before).
Shankly gave youth its head, most notably in the form of Denis Law, who like Kevin McHale, made his debut at 16.
Town finished 12th, ninth and 14th before he left for Liverpool in December 1959.
It later emerged that Shankly had earlier applied for the manager’s job at Dundee, only to lose out to elder brother Bob, who was to lead the Dark Blues to their only Scottish title in 1962 and the European Cup semi-finals the season after.
Writer Massey runs False 9 Media, who specialise in documentaries and publications on football.
“I have relocated near Huddersfield and have purchased a season card,” he says.
“The book is due to be published this Christmas.
“It would be great to hear people’s memories of the great man and of his time in Huddersfield.
“I understand he used to play in a father and son’s games near where he lived.
“It would be amazing to get first-hand accounts of these matches.”
Contact luke@mrfilmsltd.com. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/anyone-remember-bill-shanklys-time-11805084 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/97787ae929d6e22976a76480781cc1e0d37c39d05717142f4d75389e1866fa7d.json |
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"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-27T08:48:00 | null | 2016-08-27T08:00:00 | Worries about travel to Calderdale Royal top concerns about Right Care Right Time Right Place | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhuddersfield-ae-consultation-results-travel-11806124.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11048008.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS85146937.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield A&E consultation results: Travel issues are a key concern | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Travel to Calderdale Royal Infirmary – particularly in an emergency – tops the list of concerns residents have with the plan which would close Huddersfield’s A&E.
The long distances patients would have to travel from outlying areas of Huddersfield – before they hit the notorious Elland Bypass bottleneck – repeatedly appear in the results of an official public survey on the Right Care Right Time Right Place (RCRTRP) plan.
‘The Independent Report of Findings’ on RCRTRP report said: “Respondents from Greater Huddersfield are worried about the impact of increased travel times, in particular for access to emergency treatment at Halifax.
“This was seen as a reason for A&E services to be retained in Huddersfield.”
A 65-year-old Huddersfield respondent wrote in his questionnaire: “It can take 45 minutes to get from HD8 to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI), then the journey from HRI to Halifax needs to be added – which can be another 45 to 60 minutes.
“Sirens will not make any difference as there is nowhere for cars to move out of the way. This could mean an hour-and-a-half in an ambulance.
“This could easily lead to unnecessary death.”
Where do respondents live?
And these concerns were not confined to Huddersfield residents.
Calderdale residents, while more sympathetic to the controversial plan which would centralise emergency care in Halifax, were also worried about travel problems.
A 41-year-old Calderdale woman wrote: “Travel to Calderdale along Elland Bypass takes a significant length of time...
“How are ambulances going to get through in a timely and safe manner?”
As well as travel times to Calderdale Royal, respondents expressed concerns about how an already overstretched Yorkshire Ambulance Service would cope with the extra demand.
The report said: “The additional demand on ambulance services led respondents to believe that there would be a delay in response times and availability to transport those with life threatening conditions.”
Respondents also showed misgivings about the extra travel cost and the inconvenience it would cause for people using public transport. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/huddersfield-ae-consultation-results-travel-11806124 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/b251be20cf31a08b13c89d8b1bde4d53d20b5897c2be6c8bbcd61b72be1e9695.json |
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"Henryk Zientek"
] | 2016-08-26T12:56:50 | null | 2016-08-26T11:30:00 | Success of Ed Clancy and the Tour de France Grand Depart boost sport | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fpedal-power-how-cycling-delivering-11798776.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article9884148.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS41247285.jpg | en | null | Pedal power: How cycling is delivering millions into Yorkshire economy | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Taking to two wheels has delivered a multi-million pound boost to the Yorkshire economy, it is claimed.
The achievements of stars like Holmfirth’s track cycling ace Ed Clancy and the spectacle of the 2014 Tour de France Grand Depart have helped inspire thousands more people to take up cycling – delivering huge savings in health costs and big benefits to the environment, according to the organisation British Cycling.
Since 2010, more than 177,700 people across the region have taken up British Cycling’s recreational programmes run in partnership with broadcaster Sky while more than 15,600 people have started commuting to work by bike.
British Cycling said the take-up in cycling had also brought a £7m saving in health care costs and a reduction of 3,443 tonnes of CO2 emissions as people switched from four wheels to two.
More than 20 Sky Ride events have been held in Yorkshire cities along with more than 900 Sky Local guided rides. Almost 500 people have trained as Sky Ride leaders or champions for Breeze, a scheme encouraging more women to cycle.
Nationally, British Cycling said its partnership with Sky and the inspirational role of the GB Cycling Team and Team Sky had helped encourage more than 1.7m people to cycle more regularly.
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Huddersfield has also played its part in promoting cycling.
Holmbridge hero Ed Clancy has inspired many – becoming Yorkshire’s most decorated Olympian after landing gold in the men’s team pursuit at the Rio Olympics to add to a gold and bronze in London 20102 and a gold at Beijing in 2008.
The Huddersfield Criterium – which sees top cyclists take part in fast and furious races around Huddersfield town centre – has also fired the imagination.
Great Britain's (left-right) Owain Doull, Ed Clancy, Steven Burke and Sir Bradley Wiggins with their gold medals following victory in the men's team pursuit
And the 2014 Tour de France Grand Depart drew thousands of spectators along a route which took in Elland, Huddersfield and the Holme Valley – also delivering a £102m boost to the regional economy and providing the spur for the annual Tour de Yorkshire.
Mirfield-based Dave Sowerby, who runs Sowerby Brothers bike shop and cycling-themed coffee shop Fausto’s, reported a definite increase in cycling. “Since 2013 when it was announced that the Tour de France was coming to Yorkshire we have enjoyed our best three years in 31 years of trading,” he said.
Jayne and Dave Sowerby outside their cycling themed cafe, Fausto's, Princess Street, Mirfield.
“It hasn’t just been the sale of race bikes, either. It has got people into cycling at every level – and from youngsters to the older end. Electric bikes are becoming really big for us as they mean people can cycle well into their 80s and 90s because unlike running or sports that are more demanding the bike takes the hard work out of it.”
Mr Sowerby, who also helped organise Huddersfield Criterium, said the three local cycling clubs had also seen an increase in membership. “The new Holmfirth Cycling Club has come from nothing to having 600 or 700 members in three years.
“Huddersfield Star Wheelers has seen a massive increase in membership and at Ravensthorpe Cycling Club, membership has doubled in the last three years to 150.”
Tom Mutton, British Cycling recreation manager for Yorkshire, said the opportunities for recreational cycling had created a dramatic increase in participation at all levels in the region, adding: “The legacy of this work is already clear, both in health and economic benefits and we can only see these increasing.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/pedal-power-how-cycling-delivering-11798776 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/f6259fe8dc2c78e1a65ce28cbca58b4c8c6869dd4521b7a672cdb3521f94e559.json |
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"Gina Colley"
] | 2016-08-27T16:48:28 | null | 2016-08-27T16:00:00 | Mirfield weightlifter Jeannie Ellam now aims to conquer the Universe | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fmeet-world-champion-female-body-11793436.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11793754.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97867820.jpg | en | null | Meet the world champion female body builder who gets strangers asking to feel her muscles! | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | It's official - Jeannie Ellam is the world body building champion!
The mum-of-two scooped the title at the World Amateur Body Building Association (WABBA) championships in Verona, Italy, after qualifying at the Hercules Olympia in Colchester last May.
Jeannie, 47, of Mirfield, who has been body building for 15 years, is now working towards the Miss Universe competition on November 26.
She is also involved with two family gyms. One is Fitness Connection at Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, which she has with husband Moe. The other is Roy Ellam’s Premier Health Club, Mirfield. Roy is her dad, a former Town football star, who runs the business with her and Moe.
Jeannie Ellam strikes a pose as world body building champion
A new venture above the Mirfield gym is a Skyfall trampolining attraction aimed at anyone aged from three to adults.
In her body building role, Jeannie has also clinched another title at the WABBA English Grand Prix in Milton Keynes, where she won the Trained Figure class.
Personal trainer Kevin Taylor, who works at the Ellam gyms, won the class for short males, and Ravensthorpe gym club member Kayla McDonald had the Best Toned Figure.
Jeannie said bodybuilding at competition level involved a great deal of training.
“It is 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You are always on a diet, always training, and the older you get the harder it gets,” said Jeannie.
She said the diet was very healthy.
World Bodybuilding Champion Jeannie Ellam at Roy Ellam's Gym, Mirfield.
“A lot of people think body builders starve themselves, but that’s not true.
“We eat plenty of proteins - eggs, fish turkey and beef. We also need carbohydrates such as potatoes, rice and porridge oats, and lots of greens,” she said.
But she added: “We are eating the same meals all the time so it can get a little boring, but then – depending on your weight and fitness – you can have one meal a week made up of fast food such as pizza, fish and chips and doughnuts.
Jeannie, who is 5ft 6ins tall with a competition weight of 10.5 stones, said: “I do get people coming up to me in the street asking to feel my muscles. Some guys feel a bit intimidated and say I look disgusting. But others compliment me. The way I look is normal to body builders, but it’s not to Joe Public,” she said.
“It’s not about strength, we train to sculpt our bodies.”
Jeannie said her training had a really good affect on her children - Giovanna, five, and Raull, 12.
Jeannie Ellam strikes a pose as world body building champion
She said: “Sometimes I do a little training in the garden and they pick it up and follow me.
“Obviously, the Olympics have been on and they have been watching that too. Raull says ‘I have got a six-pack like you mum’.”
She said children did copy their parents, and if mum and dad were couch potatoes their children tended to be the same.
“My dad was a Town footballer and my husband was a bodybuilder, so it’s the way we are.”
Jeannie added that her husband no longer did bodybuilding, he just kept fit, but he loved what she did and was very supportive.
“Yes, I have bigger muscles than him, but he is my number one coach so it’s his fault anyway,” she joked.
Jeannie's daily diet plan, which kicks in 22 weeks before a competition:
7am: Breakfast - Porridge oats, 8 eggs, an apple and pineapple
10am: Meal 2 – Turkey, potato and asparagus
12.30pm: Meal 3 – the same as Meal 2
3pm: Meal 4 – the same as Meal 2
5pm: Meal 5 – Steak, rice and broccoli
7.30pm: Meal 6 – 8-egg omelette, and lentils and asparagus
9.30pm: Meal 7 – Turkey, asparagus and rice cakes
Sunday is “cheat day” (pizza, puddings, chocolate and doughnuts). But in the last four weeks before the event Jeannie eats the same as the other six days on Sundays as well.
When not planning for a competition Jeannie says she eats what she wants, but still makes sure she has plenty of protein and carbohydrates. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/meet-world-champion-female-body-11793436 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/453cfa084f4cb342f10258804d4d68c98142da875b99c1cd682d85c6676c1beb.json |
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"Martin Shaw"
] | 2016-08-26T18:49:23 | null | 2016-08-26T18:00:00 | Judge warns that drivers giving a false name to police face jail | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ftakeaway-boss-toheed-javed-gave-11804948.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article6198536.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/zz161013lock.jpg | en | null | Takeaway boss Toheed Javed gave former employee's name to police to escape driving offences | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A driver has been jailed after he repeatedly used a former employee’s details to try and escape punishment for traffic offences.
Takeaway boss Toheed Javed, of Thornton Lodge, knew the man had gone back to Pakistan and used his ID as the driver in speeding offences.
But his dishonesty was finally uncovered when an officer became suspicious that it was Javed who was behind the wheel of his VW Polo when it was involved in a collision in Huddersfield last summer.
Duncan Ritchie, prosecuting, told Leeds Crown Court that the Polo ran into the back of another car on July 8, 2015.
Leeds Combined Courts
The VW was registered to Javed at his takeaway business in Barnsley and he said it was used for deliveries and would have been driven by one of his staff. A witness gave the officer a description of the driver involved and it appeared to match Javed.
He was given a notice to fill in identifying the driver and was warned to tell the truth. He made a phone call to get someone to get some details from a drawer in his bedroom and said the driver was Shabaz Aslam.
A man called Shabaz Aslam had previously worked for him but had returned to Pakistan in 2013.
Mr Ritchie said Javed was arrested and it was discovered that the Aslam name had been put forward on four previous occasions as the driver in speeding allegations, the first having ended in a conviction in court.
Documents in that name were found in a drawer in Javed’s bedroom as was a piece of paper with practised signatures for Shabaz Aslam.
The investigation revealed on December 31, 2014 the VW Polo had first been caught on a speed camera and a notice of intended prosecution was sent to Javed as the registered keeper. He responded by naming Mr Aslam with his address as the takeaway in Barnsley.
A court hearing was requested but no one appeared and Mr Aslam was convicted in his absence and given a fine and three penalty points.
John Stillwell/PA Wire A driving licence photocard
On March 14, 2015 a different car was caught in another speeding offence in Huddersfield. Paperwork relating to that was found in Javed’s bedroom “suggesting he had again provided false details as to the driver,” said Mr Ritchie.
On April 29 last year the VW Polo was again found to be speeding and photographic evidence showed Javed was the driver not the man he named.
Finally on May 10 the same car was again caught speeding and Aslam was the name given of the driver.
Andrew Dallas, representing Javed, said he had acted under intense pressure in his working life. He had to commute daily from Huddersfield to the family takeaway in Barnsley which provided financial support for his extended family.
“He feared getting points on his licence because he realised how his commute would be in jeopardy if points did accumulate.”
Javed, 24, of Springdale Avenue, Thornton Lodge, admitted five charges of doing acts to pervert the course of justice and was jailed for a total of 14 months and disqualified from driving for 31 months.
Judge Robin Mairs said: “The message must go out that those who drive and, even on a single occasion decide to provide false details, will find themselves in a prison cell.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/takeaway-boss-toheed-javed-gave-11804948 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/ebbcc5be9675c9ec06a67adbee042a44a86da4fcbed9f6aabad79e1c8d759fdd.json |
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"Robert Sutcliffe"
] | 2016-08-28T16:48:16 | null | 2016-08-28T17:07:26 | Residents of Blackthorn Drive are unhappy with the planning decision | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Flindley-wmc-sells-part-bowling-11811324.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11812473.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS61836207.jpg | en | null | Lindley WMC sells off part of its bowling green for housing development | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | The WMC in Lindley - which shut its doors and was put into administration more than a year ago - has sold part of its former bowling green for £325,000 to pay its debts.
And Kirklees Council’s planning department has now agreed for eight semi-detached town houses to be built on the site located between the club, popularly known as the Kit Kat Club, and Blackthorn Drive.
The green was last used in 2001 and has since been used as a beer garden. Last year the proposed area was fenced off and has not been used.
But many Blackthorn residents were opposed to the development fearing too many houses were being crammed into the area adversely affecting existing properties.
Julian Hughes Lindley WMC, Brian Street, Lindley, Huddersfield.
Kirklees councillor Gemma Wilson (Con, Lindley) said: “Probably 30-40 residents were opposed to it and I formally objected to it.
“Building the houses is going to be massively disruptive to existing residents in the area and the creation of new homes is going to add to the pressure on the infrastructure.”
Lindley Lib Dem Clr Cahal Burke added: “I don’t like the thought of a bowling green being sold off. I supported the residents in their objections of which there were a large number.”
In April 2015 administrator Chris Wood, of Clough Corporate Solutions, Cleckheaton , said the decision to go into administration was a direct result of a £30,000 claim brought by football legend Bobby Campbell.
The former Northern Ireland international, who played for Huddersfield Town and Bradford City, had been charged with fraud after 25 years as club steward. He launched a claim for unfair dismissal after the case against him was discontinued.
Trinity Mirror Bobby Campbell and wife Paula celebrate the discontinuation of the fraud case against them at Leeds Crown Court on Friday, October 17, 2014.
Steve Armitage ,of Armitage Developments UK Ltd, based in Slaithwaite , said he did not know when work would start on the development at the Brian Street club.
In its supporting application to Kirklees planners, Huddersfield-based chartered architectural technologists, Farrar Bamforth Associates Ltd, said: “In April 2015, Lindley WMC went into administration. This left the club with a bleak future.
“In order to save the club the decision was made to sell part of the disused bowling green, now a beer garden, for development.
“The sale of this land will allow the club to come out of the administration and to be on a sound financial footing for the future.”
No-one from Lindley WMC wished to comment. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/lindley-wmc-sells-part-bowling-11811324 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/84ff9e55222f820ebfe4f4445a7908d55d34bfd0a68cc7aac7142035a6803c10.json |
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"Robert Sutcliffe"
] | 2016-08-30T08:49:03 | null | 2016-08-30T08:49:00 | Cause of fire thought to have been caused by electrical fault | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fclean-up-operation-underway-after-11815732.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11811054.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98126056.jpg | en | null | Clean up operation underway after blaze at Mirfield Prestige cars | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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A clear up operation is underway at Mirfield Prestige used car business following a major fire on Saturday night.
Fire crews from stations across West Yorkshire were called out to the premises in Huddersfield Road at 8.25pm.
The road was closed overnight while fire engines and police vehicles attended the scene. The busy main A644 only reopened on Sunday morning.
The smell of burning is still in the air with ash-covered vehicles everywhere.
Among the luxury cars affected were an E-type Jaguar and a Bentley which suffered minor damage.
Damage totalling tens of thousands of pounds was caused by the fire. As well as the damage caused to the building at least half-a-dozen vehicles were completely destroyed including a couple of BMWs, a caravan and two motor homes.
Det Insp Paul Savage, of Kirklees CID, said fire investigators believed the cause of the blaze to be “non-malicious.”
The likely cause of the fire is an electrical fault. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/clean-up-operation-underway-after-11815732 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/4a8accb56f4fe5afec1a723ed745a8dc115988ebe21c936f43cf10e3f3014130.json |
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"Huddersfield Examiner"
] | 2016-08-29T18:48:59 | null | 2016-08-29T19:00:00 | Two of Huddersfield Town's rivals who have been heavily linked to the Bermudian have signed other forwards over the last few days | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ftransfer-news%2Fless-chance-interest-nahki-wells-11815910.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11814855.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97950534.jpg | en | null | Is there less chance of interest in Nahki Wells as Championship rivals swoop for others? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Nahki Wells in training for Huddersfield Town at Canalside - but will he stay with the Terriers?
Two of Nahki Well's potential suitors have moved to sign other centre-forwards over the weekend – which can only be seen as good news for Huddersfield Town fans.
Both Newcastle United and Derby County have been linked with the Bermudian forward during the last month but both clubs interest may have cooled now they have purchased Daryl Murphy from Ipswich Town and Matej Vydra from Watford respectively.
Republic of Ireland international Murphy joins the Magpies on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee after sitting out the Suffolk sides' 1-0 win over Preston North End at the weekend.
Matej Vydra has joined Derby County from Watford for a club record £8 million.
Meanwhile Derby County smashed their transfer record fee to bring in Czech Republic player Vydra for a deal worth around £8 million.
That now leaves only two sides yet to sign a forward who have previous been reportedly as showing an interest in Wells – other fellow Championship rivals Norwich City and Aston Villa.
Manager Alex Neil has made no secret of his desire to add to his Norwich forward line with the latest name to be linked being Stefano Okaka, the Italian international reportedly out of favour at current club RSC Anderlecht.
Aston Villa are also reported to be interested in the 27-year-old in addition to Hull City's Abel Hernandez while there are also reports the Villans have had a bid rejected by Nottingham Forest for striker Britt Assombalonga. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/less-chance-interest-nahki-wells-11815910 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/357e54a2b91b1f06c55a1032523a0e90caa33897a704a367e9c40f6625c2a6b9.json |
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"Dave Himelfield"
] | 2016-08-26T13:00:14 | null | 2016-08-26T05:00:00 | MP slams housing plan which will increase village size by one-third | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhade-edge-estate-plan-its-11800132.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11764527.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97368776.jpg | en | null | Hade Edge estate plan: 'It's the wrong housing in the wrong place' | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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Plans for a new housing estate which could increase the size of a quiet Holme Valley village by one third has been dubbed “unsustainable, excessive and opportunistic.”
At a public meeting on Tuesday, Hade Edge residents and Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney slammed Jones Homes’ plan to build 66 houses in Hade Edge.
The development, comprising three, four and five-bedroom houses and a convenience shop, would increase the size of the village by more than a third.
Hade Edge, which currently has about 180 homes, has drainage problems and very limited public transport.
The hilltop village has poor internet access and is on the edge of the gas and electricity network making it difficult to connect utilities to the new estate.
Jones homes proposing to build 60+ homes off Dunford Road, Hade Edge.
Villagers dubbed the proposal “unsustainable, excessive and opportunistic” while Mr McCartney said the estate was “the wrong housing in the wrong place.”
A member of Hade Edge Fight for the Fields, which is fighting the development, said: “It is clear that Holme Valley South is under siege from opportunistic national property developers who have no stake in our communities or countryside.
“Hade Edge is the latest village to be targeted in a drive to maximise new ‘roof count’ despite the devastating impact on environment and infrastructure.
“As villagers, we’re not opposed to measured local development, but the overwhelming feeling here is that what’s being proposed is excessive in scale, disproportionately increasing the size of the village. It’s unsustainable.
“This can only have a negative impact on Hade Edge, so our meeting was a show of solidarity in opposition to this proposal. We will fight together to protect our fields.”
Jason McCartney
Conservative MP Mr McCartney said it was unfair that green land was being considered when there were brownfield sites in the Holme Valley.
He added that the plan did not include sufficient affordable housing.
Mr McCartney said: “There are brownfield sites ready at Thirstin Mills, Honley, and at the old Brook dyeworks in Meltham.
“There is some affordable housing but the majority of the homes are not affordable.
“It’s the wrong housing in the wrong place.”
Kirklees councillors will decide on Jones Homes’ plan after a public consultation ends on September 7. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/hade-edge-estate-plan-its-11800132 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/a277473427b0c2e7f488f062b0e9abdd9876cfb9fdb80fa513d6a57542e15b44.json |
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"Henryk Zientek"
] | 2016-08-29T08:48:23 | null | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | Gantry works will see motorway shut for four nights | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fdrivers-warned-m62-overnight-closures-11812632.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11812663.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS95780071.jpg | en | null | Drivers warned of M62 overnight closures in West Yorkshire | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Highways officials have alerted motorists to roadworks on the M62 which could affect journey times this week.
The westbound carriageway of the M62 from junction 25 Brighouse to junction 26 Chain Bar will be reduced to a single lane and the exit slip road will be closed at junction 25 overnight for four nights from Tuesday, August 30, for gantry works. The closure will take place between 8pm and 6am and drivers will be able to follow clearly signed diversion routes.
M62 motorway over the Peninnes, splits at Stott Hall Farm 'Little House', near Junction 22.
There will be narrow lanes and a 30mph speed limit in place at junction 26 Bradford (M606 interchange) until work to add an extra lane to the roundabout at the junction is completed in autumn. The slip roads and roundabout will be reduced to a single lane between 7pm and 6am from Tuesday, August 30, for four nights. The closure will take place between 8pm and 6am when diversions will operate.
The motorway from junction 26 Chain Bar to junction 27 Gildersome will be fully closed overnight for two nights from Saturday, September 3, for cable works. The closures will take place between 8pm and 6am and diversion routes will operate.
The westbound carriageway from junction 29 to junction 30 Rothwell will be closed between the slip roads at junction 29 and junction 30 and be reduced to a single lane in between the junctions overnight for four nights from Tuesday, August 30, for gantry works. The closures will be from 8pm and 6am and diversion routes will operate. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/drivers-warned-m62-overnight-closures-11812632 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/3a0919a65e9c82d421cd681326fe77a48bc4d70943346632bfdd976630c23246.json |
[
"Lauren Ballinger"
] | 2016-08-28T10:48:24 | null | 2016-08-28T11:10:00 | Evan Junior Ghani hit a man on the head at the Cross Church Street office with the bottle | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fman-jailed-broken-bottle-attack-11806093.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11467025.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS65375520.jpg | en | null | Man jailed for broken bottle attack in Huddersfield taxi office | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison after he reacted to provocation from another passenger in a Huddersfield taxi office by striking out with a broken bottle.
Leeds Crown Court heard no complaint was made to the police about the blow but the incident around 5.50am on July 10 was captured on CCTV.
John Bull prosecuting said after initially fighting with the other man in the taxi office in Cross Church Street, Evan Junior Ghani had gone outside the premises picked up a bottle, broke it before returning and striking the man on the head with it.
Leeds Crown Court
Carl Kingsley representing Ghani said he had been sitting quietly in the taxi office and did not know why the man, who had been drinking and was aggressive, began picking on him.
“There came a time he reacted to it and they had a fight, had he left it at that he perhaps would not be here but he left and came back with the bottle and that’s when he commits the offences.”
The court heard Ghani was on licence at the time having been released in July 2014 from a six year in prison sentenced imposed in July 2011 for grievous bodily harm with intent. He has now been recalled to complete that sentence.
Man in court over stabbing in Cross Church Street in Huddersfield
Ghani, 32 of Sheepridge Road, Huddersfield admitted unlawful wounding and possessing an offensive weapon.
The Recorder of Leeds, Judge Peter Collier QC said having viewed the CCTV said it was clear he had reacted to provocation but there had to be a jail term.
He said Ghani was not involved in the trouble initially when the other man was being aggressive and confrontational with other people in the taxi office, ignoring attempts to calm him down.
Prison
“He then sits next to you, leaning in towards you and adopting an aggressive posture towards you. You sit there trying to ignore him but there comes a stage where you respond by slapping him, there is then a fight between the two of you as others try to pull him away.”
The judge said obviously aggrieved Ghani then left, picked up the bottle, broke it and struck him with it. “Fortunately he did not sustain a serious injury, it could have been much worse.”
He said he understood that man was also to be prosecuted for his behaviour that night. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/man-jailed-broken-bottle-attack-11806093 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/5a48cee7b3a9e5fad445969fb8545152406a9ec0468842379ca5293658b8c0da.json |
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"Henryk Zientek"
] | 2016-08-30T16:48:36 | null | 2016-08-30T16:00:00 | Trainee teacher from Huddersfield wins £5,000 for her promotional video | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ffood-drink-news%2Fmost-dramatic-pukka-pies-advert-11817286.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11818001.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/pie.jpg | en | null | Is the most dramatic Pukka Pies advert EVER? Watch Huddersfield winner's atmospheric video | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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A trainee teacher from Huddersfield has won £5,000 for cooking up a video promoting a popular brand of pies.
Frankie Liebemann, 18, won the Idea of the Year video competition run by Pukka Pies with her inspired entry taking a “pie’s eye view” of the world.
Frankie, who is studying at Brighton University, has used some of the cash for a holiday to Croatia.
The competition was open to full-time students aged 16 to 25 across the UK. Entrants had to make a short video to attract new consumers to enjoy a Pukka Pie for the first time. Frankie’s “I am a Pukka Pie” film depicted the famous pie in a variety of situations – from football matches and road trips to family meals.
Frankie Liebmann, right, made a dramatic promotional video for Pukka Pies
She said: “When I received the call from Pukka letting me know I had won first prize, I couldn’t believe it. I had heard about the competition through Twitter and thought it would be a great challenge to enter. However, I never thought I’d make it to the finals let alone win first prize.
As a teacher in training, I found this project has really inspired me to take my creative side more seriously and use more videos in the classroom.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/most-dramatic-pukka-pies-advert-11817286 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/1836a93ad81fdb41677bbdf59c9dd5ab7e91148631ebab0e8de288d8760304f7.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-26T20:48:31 | null | 2016-08-26T19:56:00 | David Wagner's side seek a fourth win in five league games against Wolves | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Ffans-making-difference-says-huddersfield-11804649.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11804852.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97950563.jpg | en | null | Fans making all the difference says Huddersfield Town midfielder | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Dean Whitehead says the players are loving the big-match atmosphere at Huddersfield Town games this term.
The last three home matches, against Liverpool in pre-season, Brentford and Barnsley, have attracted a combined 59,646.
WATCH: Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner on Wolves striker Jon Dadi Bodvarsson
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And on their travels, the Championship leaders have played before 52,079 at Newcastle United and 34,924 at Aston Villa.
David Wagner’s side have responded with a string of top performances, gaining 10 points from 12.
They are top of the second tier for the first time since December 1999.
And Whitehead and Co are aiming for three more points at the expense of today’s visitors Wolves.
It won’t be easy, because the third-placed Black Country side are also unbeaten, with eight points from four games.
Midfielder Whitehead, who missed the first three matches through suspension and played for the first time against Barnsley on Saturday, says the supporters can play their part.
Town have once again opened half the Chadwick Lawrence (South) Stand to season-card holders.
And the former Middlesbrough man said: “The crowd are making a real difference, both in terms of numbers and vocally.
“It feels like a proper football stadium now rather than one with not too much atmosphere, which happened at times last season.
“The fans are right behind us. They can see we have a group of lads who stick together and work hard but we’ve got some quality as well.
“It’s no surprise to us that we’ve started well – although I’m sure it is to other people – but within the group we are tight and confident.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/fans-making-difference-says-huddersfield-11804649 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/75a56d97de2d5d3f73ab61526031cfab2409948248e1f88066b5c459b27b9aad.json |
[
"Louise Cooper"
] | 2016-08-27T16:48:39 | null | 2016-08-27T17:30:00 | Mr McDonald died after being tasered by police in Staffordshire | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fipcc-investigation-adrian-mcdonald-taser-11806204.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article8337509.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS53457337.jpg | en | null | IPCC investigation into Adrian McDonald taser death in 'final stages' | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | An investigation launched over two and a half years ago into the death of Huddersfield man Adrian McDonald is in its ‘final stages’.
Mr McDonald, 34, of Dalton, died on December 22 2014 after he was Tasered by officers called to a house in Staffordshire following reports of a burglary.
Staffordshire Police referred the incident to The Independent Police Complaints Commission IPCC, following standard practice in such cases, and commission experts have been carrying out an investigation since then.
Mr Mc Donald was brought up in Dalton, Huddersfield, where his family still live, and had been living in Stoke for about a year.
He was attending a birthday party at the time of the incident, where he became very distressed.
The police were called by neighbours.
Armed police arrived at the scene and tasered Mr McDonald. He became ill in a police van and died.
Scott Heppell/PA Wire Taser stun gun
Since Mr McDonald’s death the IPPC has been gathering evidence including accounts from officers and witnesses, and viewed footage from officers’ body worn video cameras. Tests have been conducted on the Taser discharged in the incident.
An inquest was opened and adjourned at Stoke-on-Trent Coroner’s Court in April last year.
The IPCC has met with Mr McDonald’s family to explain progress in the investigation and are keeping HM Coroner and Staffordshire Police informed.
An IPCC spokesman said: “We are finalising our investigation report and are providing regular updates to all parties including the family and HM Coroner.’
In a separate case last year a landmark verdict caused fresh questions to be raised over police use of Tasers.
An inquest jury found police use of a 50,000-volt stun gun contributed to the death of Jordon Begley in Manchester in 2013. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/ipcc-investigation-adrian-mcdonald-taser-11806204 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/2c2a79ca9e9c7ce5c04076f64637d8a00082d3e9cd781e4c06acef874a0e3a5b.json |
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"Martin Shaw"
] | 2016-08-27T22:48:09 | null | 2016-08-27T23:14:00 | Gas bottles explode as flames engulf Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar premises | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ffirefighters-tackle-major-blaze-mirfield-11810489.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810494.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98104922-1.jpg | en | null | Firefighters tackle major blaze at Mirfield garage premises | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Firefighters tackle a blaze at the premises of Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar car dealerships in Huddersfield Road, Mirfield
Firefighters tackled a major blaze at a Mirfield car dealership on Saturday night.
Fire crews were called to the garage premises of Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar in Huddersfield Road at around 8.30pm.
Police closed a section of the main A644 between Doctor Lane and Stocks Bank Road as up to nine fire engines and emergency vehicles attended the scene.
Witnesses told the Examiner that it was believed the fire started on the forecourt, possibly in one of the motorhomes parked there.
Firefighters tackle a blaze at the premises of Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar car dealerships in Huddersfield Road, Mirfield
The garage site was a petrol station some years ago and the flames set the old petrol station canopy alight and spread to the building.
The premises, next to Kenmore Caravans, are shared by car dealership Mirfield Prestige and West Riding Jaguar, which has the basement area below.
Police closed the scene but a badly fire-damaged motorhome could clearly be seen on the forecourt.
Local people reported hearing explosions, thought to be gas bottles.
Several people gathered on the roadside including David Bye, managing director of West Riding Jaguar, based at the premises for 11 years.
Mr Bye said a friend who lives nearby alerted him around 8.30pm and he rushed to the premises.
Clearly shaken he said his garage housed about half-a-dozen classic and race cars, some belonging to customers.
Samantha Wood, who lives across the road, was having a barbecue earlier and her children saw smoke. Minutes later a camper van was ablaze and gas bottles exploded, she said. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/firefighters-tackle-major-blaze-mirfield-11810489 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/957f91aff95d1576a82b5607ff3bf63aa646fb8bf92c3e6adf4fba240ff01416.json |
[
"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-30T18:49:27 | null | 2016-08-30T19:00:00 | The blueprint of every Sunday League side | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fsunday-league-stories-11-types-11817384.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/article11818105.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS78777499.jpg | en | null | Sunday League stories: The 11 types of Sunday League player everyone has played with | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town have gone into the international break top of the Championship and no fans - or journalists! - want the journey to stop.
Town's next match is the big one - Leeds united away - but there are 11 days separating us from what promises to be a pulsating Yorkshire derby at Elland Road.
Until then, we'll have to make do with international football and the lower league domestic game.
We want to know all about your Sunday League experiences this weekend, with over 5,000 teams ready to take to bobbly pitches all over the UK on Saturday and Sunday.
Use our Jotform at the bottom of the article to tell us your favourite Sunday League stories, but for now have a read of the 11 players you will always come across in Pub League football.
Goalkeeper gloves
GK: The big lad in goal
There are only two types of Sunday League keeper: the Big Lad or the Nutter.
If you're lucky, your team will have a keeper who's played more than three months between the sticks, who lives for diving at the feet of onrushing strikers.
For everyone else, it's the Big Lad.
He's the least mobile man you have and he turns up to every match with a can of pop and a half-eaten kebab from the night before.
The Big Lad can clean people out from corners and fills the goal well, but seriously struggles for pace. He's given away countless penalties by clipping the striker after backing himself to nick the ball from his feet.
Despite his performances, he loves a beer and is a popular member of the side.
LB: The ridiculously athletic full-back
He just won't stop running.
While the rest of the team are shattered after the opening 20-minute scramble, this bundle of energy continues to bomb up and down the touchline right up to the final whistle.
Unfortunately the ball seems to bounce off every part of his body.
Defending is this man's game. His touch makes him inept in attack, but he loves sticking in a boot on the winger and he'll do it for 90 minutes.
He's also likely to cycle to and from the pitch.
Lewis Darling Red Card at Hartley Wintney v Hereford, FA Vase last 16, 2016.
CB: The psycho centre-half
The Gary Wackett-style stopper who strikes fear into all strikers he comes up against.
This guy not only terrifies the opposition, but his own team too - and his manager.
He's picked up more cards in his time than Lee Cattermole and Robbie Savage combined and the manager isn't sure whether the club has enough money to pay the fines he racks up.
His Viking-like love of violence does come in handy though, with referees too scared to give what looked like a blatant penalty.
CB: The guy who thinks every game is the World Cup final (c)
Captain, leader, legend.
The Bobby Moore-esque central defender who gives every match and training session his all.
Usually bloodied and bruised after 90 all-action minutes, this guy wears his heart on his armband and will put his body on the line for the team.
During the week he looks forward to the matches, thinking through tactics and inspirational phrases while at work, gearing up to lead the team out on to the overgrown grass on Sunday.
He's happy to shout at the lazy strikers and demand more from his team, but it comes from a good place and he has earned the respect of the whole team.
Edgar Davids battles with Barry Ferguson
RB: The guy wearing glasses who always gets hit in the face
Also known as the bloke who tries but just isn't that great and inevitably gets thrown in as a full-back.
This guy's glasses are a magnet for the ball. The striker could be taking a shot 70 yards away and you can still bet on the defender getting his face in the way.
This is inevitably followed by the awkward search for the specs in the mud as an opposing winger latches on to the ball and lashes one into the net from inside the box, pulling the pegs out of the ground.
He just wants to play football, but maybe he shouldn't.
LM: The guy with a wand of a left foot
This man will not run a yard the whole game until the team wins a free-kick 30 yards out. Then he scoops up the ball and places it lovingly on the turf.
The left-footer takes a five-stride run up before curling it deliciously into the top corner, with the keeper stranded.
Then it's back to standing around with his hands on his hips, waiting for another set piece or crossing opportunity.
Undeniably gifted, annoyingly lazy.
N'Golo Kante tackles Andy Carroll
CM: The engine room
Usually a small guy in the middle of the park, nipping at the legs of the opposition attackers.
Likes to sit a bit deeper than his centre-midfield colleague and is tenacious in defence - but can't kick the ball to save his life.
In true N'Golo Kante-style fashion, this guy will win the ball and offload it immediately to someone without Toblerone for feet to make the creative decisions and drive the team forward.
Second fittest in the side only to the full-back, he fills a crucial position next to the best player on the pitch...
CM: The guy who had trials
Easily the best player on the pitch - he once had trials, you know.
A man with an illustrious career according to your team-mates, his achievements on a football pitch seem to get greater every match he plays.
He seems to have more time on the ball than anyone else, allowing him to spray passes all around the pitch.
There's nothing he can't do on the football pitch, but is irritatingly injury-prone - well there has to be a reason he's not on Manchester United's books.
Puma's evoSPEED CAMO boots
RM: The poser
You can bet on this man donning a flashy pair of boots, ankle tape and gloves - as well as highlights in his hair.
This guy's all about style and skill, tallying up the amount of step-overs he can do in a match rather than helping his team to victory.
It's flik-flaks, Ronaldo chops and scoop turns galore when this man is on the pitch - that is until the opposition two-foot him and he's rushed off to hospital for a minor bruise on his shin.
Will never win a header to conserve his perfectly-sculpted hair, but wins free-kicks for the left-footed magician.
ST: The target man
At 6'2" with a decent touch, there's only one place this man is going - up top.
The big man-little man combination up front is a Sunday League manager's favourite, with the bigger striker arguably the more crucial of the two roles.
He'll hold the ball up and scrap with defenders to release pressure on the team, but can be prone to picking up a yellow card for a flailing arm.
Tends to be involved in handbags with a centre-back every other game.
Phoenix (light blue) 2-1 Cresconians (grey-blue). Birmingham League Division Six, 2006.
ST: The poacher
He just keeps scoring despite looking awful on the ball.
He has the knack of popping up for a goal every game, despite being anonymous for 89 minutes.
In the pocket of the defender all game, he only needs one chance to slot home for your side - usually from two yards out.
Likely to steal in at the far post and smash the ball home on the line even if a team-mate is wheeling away in celebration already. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/sunday-league-stories-11-types-11817384 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/e1a7255652e6c2f95299dd807bd4ea5383f37df18bf71aef7e0b49a4a5a74652.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T10:48:44 | null | 2016-08-30T11:30:00 | Steve Scaddan says wife and two-year-old daughter are lucky to be alive | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fman-who-lost-wife-daughter-11817015.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11817110.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98256366-1.jpg | en | null | Man who almost lost wife and daughter in Dewsbury hit and run demands action | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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A husband who almost lost his wife and daughter in a hit and run car smash in Dewsbury has launched a petition demanding a busy road is made safer.
Steven Scaddan told how his wife Tracey – with their two-year-old daughter Caitlin in the back – was reversing into their drive in Leeds Road, when a stolen black VW Golf ploughed into them at 80mph.
Tracey, 35, was cut out of the white Ssangyong Korando and airlifted to hospital where she underwent treatment for serious facial injuries. Caitlin was uninjured.
The shocking incident was captured on a dashboard camera on board a lorry which had just been overtaken seconds before the collision.
The footage was released by West Yorkshire Police in a bid to help trace two suspects who fled the scene.
Crash on Leeds Road, Dewsbury West Yorkshire Police issued video to trace two suspects
Mr Scaddan says in his petition: “We have lived in this house for 10 years and have done this manoeuvre numerous times every day.
“The road where we live with our young family has a 40mph speed limit but this vehicle was traveling at the ridiculous speed of 80mph.
“My wife was cut out of the vehicle and air lifted to Leeds General Infirmary and my daughter was taken to Dewsbury hospital. They are both still recovering.
“We were informed by the police and fire brigade that if we had a smaller car they would both be dead.
“Many vehicles speed down Leeds Road, between Shaw Cross and the Babes in the Wood traffic lights, and there have been people killed by speeding motorists.
“Cars have ended up crashing into people’s gardens after losing control. It’s just a matter of time before someone else gets killed.
“This is a 40mph road with speed camera signs. Occasionally there is a mobile speed camera that parks up in the dip of the hill close to where I live but it seems this just is not enough to slow vehicles down.
“I am making this petition to ask everyone to come together and make this extremely busy road safer for everyone.
“I am extremely lucky to have my family still but this could have been a completely different story.
“I don’t want anyone else to go though what my family has gone through.
“Please help us achieve our goal and get permanent speed cameras installed on Leeds Road, Dewsbury and lower the speed limit to 30mph. This is a residential area where small children live.”
The petition will be sent to Kirklees Council.
To sign the petition go to www.change.org/p/kirklees-council-speed-cameras-on-leeds-road | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/man-who-lost-wife-daughter-11817015 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/c50ad41a670d15b16e54a1c3f4ebc0fd55bd2dc46ff206c1e669177d36652a2e.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T10:48:34 | null | 2016-08-30T10:00:00 | Church could face £20,000 deficit and is appealing to churchgoers for help | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fcash-crisis-lindley-parish-church-11816631.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11816876.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS52600123.jpg | en | null | Cash crisis at Lindley Parish Church as collection plates receive less | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Roger Carter's view of St Stephen's Church, Lindley, after the demolition of the Oakmead centre
Lindley Parish Church is facing a cash deficit.
St Stephen’s, on Lidget Street, Lindley, is struggling with finances due to a decrease in the cash received at collections.
“There has been an increase in regular giving (through envelopes or standing order) which is truly to be celebrated,’’ reports the vicar Rachel Firth, along with the treasurer, warden team and parochial church council, ‘‘but the decrease in other collections is wiping out any impact this increase might have made.
“We will be looking at stewardship and giving again in September – but we could potentially be looking at a £20,000 deficit at the end of this year if we don’t have a significant increase in giving and fundraising in the second six months of the year.’’
The vicar and management team appealed in the parish magazine for church members to give one-off donations, set up monthly standing orders and increase the amount given on a regular basis.
The church is also appealing for people to be a baptism volunteer to help support families who are preparing for baptism or to be a wedding buddy. And you don’t even need to be married!
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“Singles or couples are wanted to support couples who are preparing for marriage here,’’ says Rev Rachel.
People are also needed to roll up their sleeves and paint the community room.
Re-plastering has taken place and an army of people willing to paint walls and woodwork are now required.
Come with a paint roller, brush or some sandpaper on Saturday, September 17, from 9am.
Email the Rev Rachel at vicaroflindley@hotmail.co.uk | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/cash-crisis-lindley-parish-church-11816631 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/ef06790d7f6877ccf030a9139e63b45e1095ad6fab2238b95ccf73b8032a10cb.json |
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"Andrew Hirst"
] | 2016-08-26T13:01:08 | null | 2016-08-25T18:30:00 | Marguerite Alecaut came here from Le Mans | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Frastrick-high-pupil-who-could-11798845.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11798220.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97934008.jpg | en | null | Rastrick High pupil who could hardly speak English two years ago gets nine GCSEs | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A pupil who only came to Huddersfield from France two years ago and could speak little English has done exceptionally well at Rastrick High.
Marguerite Alecaut came here from Le Mans when her mum wanted to give her a better future.
She said: “The only phrases I knew were ‘hello’ and ’how are you’?” said Marguerite. “We moved to the UK as my mum wanted us to have a better future and believed that speaking English would give us that edge. I am so relieved that I have passed all nine subjects with A* - C grades, as I can now go on to do my A levels and work towards a career in journalism.”
GCSEs are also a stressful time for parents.
Rastrick pupil Cairo Buchanan’s mum Venetta said: “I am both pleased and proud of what Cairo has achieved. With 4A*s, 4 As and 1B she has got the results she deserves. She worked really hard, especially in her science subjects and came out with As, so it was all worth it.”
Also at Rastrick Ethan Senior turns 16 today (Friday) so this makes him one of the youngest in his year group yet he achieved 8A*s, 3 As and 1B.
And Louisa Page, who became 16 last week, got 3A*s, 6As and 1B.
Rastrick High pupils (from left) Zak Adams, Fern Johnson, Emma Whitely, Amber Rose Sullivan-Jones, Libby Brearley, George Lam, Harry Lewis, Harry Horsley and Nathan Dawson
She said: “I am so relieved and so pleased! I thought I’d failed maths and I got a B and physics was a really hard paper which made me think I might get a D and I got an A.”
At Holmfirth High School 69% of students achieved 5 A* to C grades including English, maths and science with 29% of all grades awarded at A*/A and 45 pupils achieving 8 or more A*/A grades in all their subjects.
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At Heckmondwike Grammar School every pupil achieved at least five good GCSE grades with more than 70% of our students getting five or more A and A* grades.
More than 60% of achieved an impressive eight or more A and A* grades which is an increase from last year of nearly 10%.
Rastrick High GCSE successes Adam Watson with headteacher Steve Evans
Exceptional individual stories included Basim Khajwal and Laurence Palmer who both have 12 A* grades with Nitish Bala, Lucy Chen, Chloe Feather, Mahdiyya Malek and Francesca Mencattelli all managed 11. Iqra Farooq, Logiga Jegathasan, Alim Kapdi and Katy Peel gained 10 A* grades.
Hipperholme Grammar School saw the number of pupils achieving A* and A grades rise for the third consecutive year to a six-year high.
The percentage of the A* and A grades achieved has doubled over the last three years to 44%.
GCSE results day: Here's what Huddersfield had to celebrate
Overall, 97% of students gained five A* to C passes, the best the school has seen since GCSEs were introduced over 20 years ago.
The highest performing pupil this year was Kate Lee with 8A* and 1A grade, with Joshua Spear, Emily Waring and Lily Ramsey also gaining straight A*and A grades.
Spen Valley headteacher Ian Ellam said: “In times of enormous change to how young people are assessed and school performance is determined, it is essential that we do not lose sight of the most important aspects of examinations.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/rastrick-high-pupil-who-could-11798845 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/c6c12e7fe67762ae473fc872ccce9ce17c7151f51f8c9b50fa4613ad14778d9d.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:55:56 | null | 2016-08-26T08:39:00 | Brewery and council chip in to cut drunken antisocial behaviour in rural villages | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ffood-drink-news%2Freal-ale-trail-extra-police-11798608.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article7524113.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS42954150.jpg | en | null | Real Ale Trail: Extra police and security drafted in for August Bank holiday | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Special officers Sophie Hanley and Martin Fishpool watch real ale trail drinkers get off the train on their way to Marsden's pubs
Extra police and security officers have been drafted in to curb drunken anti-social behaviour in rural villages as residents predict a flood of Bank Holiday Ale Trail revellers.
Ossett Brewery, which runs The Riverhead pub, Marsden, and Kirklees Council have funded additional security officers to manage the thousands of drinkers expected to hit Marsden and Slaithwaite this weekend.
West Yorkshire Police and British Transport Police are also expected to lay on extra officers following complaints from villagers of party-goers shouting, swearing and urinating in the street.
Popularity for the Ale Trail, which runs from Manchester to Leeds via Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Mirfield and the Colne Valley, peaks during the summer Bank Holiday weekend.
The trail has become a victim of its own success with hen, stag and birthday parties ‘hijacking’ what was originally intended as a quiet day out for real ale enthusiasts.
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Kirklees Council is currently considering Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) which would make anti-social behaviour, including street drinking, punishable with an on-the-spot fine of up to £100.
Colne Valley councillors Nicola Turner, Donna Bellamy and Rob Walker regularly meet with residents, police, brewers and landlords to discuss strategies for controlling the Ale Trail.
Clr Turner said: “I think that most residents in areas along the route, like Marsden and Slaithwaite, recognise that the Ale Trail benefits the local economy. However, residents find that some of the punters are very disrespectful of the local community.
“There is clearly an issue of anti-social behaviour but it’s really positive that local residents have been working effectively in partnership with councillors and council staff, as well as agencies and police, to alleviate the problems.
“I don’t think it’s helpful just to moan about the Ale Trail, which really could only be stopped by lobbying for the train stations to be closed.
“In addressing local people’s concerns, we need to work together to find solutions to help reduce the level of anti-social behaviour that causes the nuisance for local residents and those who are affected.”
Clr Turner urged residents to report anti-social behaviour to police and added: “This helps to ensure that police, agencies and other partners can effectively address it.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/real-ale-trail-extra-police-11798608 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/ccd6019f5fcb515e73b017b0b9dd31ed010d57d4b38c962d5e5deb3434e0d830.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-26T12:50:24 | null | 2016-08-26T12:30:00 | Jake Charles has been added to Geraint Williams' squad | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fwales-under-21-call-huddersfield-11803297.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11803712.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS89911255.jpg | en | null | Wales Under 21 call for Huddersfield Town forward | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Huddersfield Town forward Jake Charles has been added to the Wales Under 21 squad for next month’s Euro 2017 qualifiers against Denmark and Luxembourg.
After seven out of 10 matches, Geraint Williams’ side sit third in Qualifying Group 5, a point behind Romania and four adrift of leaders Denmark, who have a game in hand.
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The nine group winners qualify for the 12-team finals in Poland with the four best second-placed sides going into two-legged play-offs.
Wales face Denmark at Wrexham on Friday, September 2, and Luxembourg in Bangor on Tuesday 6, both kicking off at 5.00.
The squad also includes former Town centre-back Joe Wright, now at Doncaster Rovers.
Charles, the 20-year-old grandson of Welsh footballing legend John Charles, has six Under 21 caps.
He has also played at Under 16, 17 and 19 level.
Charles’ Town teammate Jon Gorenc Stankovic is in the Slovenia Under 21 squad for their qualifier against the Republic of Ireland in Waterford on September 2. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/wales-under-21-call-huddersfield-11803297 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/4eea1057eca6e94befd3ab258c381c9e9e126e7795724a088876fe91167bdaed.json |
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"Mel Booth"
] | 2016-08-27T10:48:04 | null | 2016-08-27T11:00:00 | How to send fans off the the pub in a happy mood | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fone-big-factor-helped-huddersfield-11798735.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806089.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97592787.jpg | en | null | One big factor which has helped Huddersfield Town top the Championship by Skybet chief Dale Tempest | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | It’s great to see Huddersfield Town at the top of the table – and long may it continue.
It doesn’t get any better than a stoppage-time winner in front of 20,000 fans, especially in a derby – so the result against Barnsley was very sweet indeed.
I wasn’t at the game, but I’m sure there were a few chants of ‘top, top, top, top, top of the league!’ before supporters headed for home or the pub.
It was a cracking result and perfect for keeping the momentum going, something Town will be aiming to achieve again when Wolves visit the John Smith’s Stadium.
David Wagner speaks about new signing Tareiq Holmes-Dennis:
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The transfer window is not now far from closing – transfer deadline day is next Wednesday, with an 11pm cut-off – and maybe there are one or two more bits of transfer business on the agenda for David Wagner and Co before then.
Town, however, have done the bulk of their business early, and that looks like it’s paid off with them starting so well.
Good luck to Wagner, the staff, his players and the fans this weekend.
Another win would be great to send Town into the international break top of the table. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/one-big-factor-helped-huddersfield-11798735 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/93a1539c65e9a4708002a3d4e6edebcb6aed13f7153b447f908a6a48cb34c0ad.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-26T12:51:58 | null | 2016-08-26T11:30:40 | Defender Jordan Williams has been picked by boss Neil Dewsnip | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fengland-under-18-call-huddersfield-11803469.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11803536.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS94365883.jpg | en | null | England Under 18 call for Huddersfield Town prospect | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Highly-rated Huddersfield Town defender Jordan Williams has been called up by England Under 18s.
The 16-year-old prospect from Meltham who featured at first-team level in pre-season has previously played for England Under 17s.
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The Under 18s kick-off their new campaign with a mini-tournament against Italy and Israel in the North-West next month.
They face Italy at Fleetwood Town on Thursday, September 1, then play Israel at Morecambe on Monday 5 (both 7.00).
Italy take on Israel at Stockport County on Saturday, September 3 (7.00).
Williams, a right-back who can also play in central defence, is the only defender from a Championship club.
Boss Neil Dewsnip’s other picks are Tolaji Bola (Arsenal), Jaden Brown (Tottenham Hotspur), Jonathan Dinzeyi (Tottenham), Morgan Feeney (Everton) and Ahogrenashinme Kigbu (Manchester City).
Williams, at the club since the age of nine, helped Town win the Under 21 Professional Development League II title last season.
It’s now become an Under 23 competition, but that hasn’t stopped him featuring in both Town games so far.
He joins up with the England squad at St George’s Park, Burton-upon-Trent, on Sunday.
That means he will be ruled out of Town’s Under 23 game at Hull City on Monday (7.00) as well as the home clash with Nottingham Forest on Sunday, September 4 (2.00).
Town Under 18s go to PDL II North leaders Sheffield United on Saturday (11.00). | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/england-under-18-call-huddersfield-11803469 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/5d9a1ae9435e59f4a96eabe80f2b357b57deb17e48f212c45eec70675f501b40.json |
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"Susie Beever"
] | 2016-08-31T12:49:26 | null | 2016-08-31T12:24:00 | Couple from Berry Brow have appeared in court charged with murder | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fcraig-nelson-murder-three-teenagers-11823143.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11823212.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98262849.jpg | en | null | Craig Nelson murder: Three teenagers arrested as investigation continues | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Detectives investigating after a man’s body was found on the moors have arrested and bailed three teenagers.
The body of Craig Nelson, 34, was discovered near Woodhead Tunnels off the Woodhead Pass last week.
A man and woman from Berry Brow have been charged with his murder and appeared at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.
Now South Yorkshire Police say two 15-year-old boys and a girl of the same age have been arrested.
The two boys were arrested on suspicion of murder and the girl on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. All three were quizzed by detectives and were released on bail on Wednesday morning.
Longdendale Trail, Woodhead Pass.
Mr Nelson, from Wath-upon-Dearne near Rotherham, was found dead near the Woodhead Pass in Derbyshire on the morning of Monday, August 22.
A post mortem examination showed he had died as a result of head injuries.
Mohammed Shiraz Bashir, 41, and Leonie Marie Mason, 23, both of Holme Park Court, Berry Brow, were arrested in Sheffield on Friday.
They were charged with murder and remanded into custody following their court appearance.
They will next appear before Sheffield Crown Court on September 27. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/craig-nelson-murder-three-teenagers-11823143 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/127a06ba34f2954030bec9652ee584b69827d28c526194eb9a6cca26cc710406.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-27T18:48:48 | null | 2016-08-27T19:09:53 | The German believes the 1-0 victory this afternoon at the John Smith's Stadium was down to three main components | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-boss-david-wagner-11809966.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11809977.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98072557.jpg | en | null | Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner on the key factors behind win against Wolves | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | David Wagner hailed a trio of key factors in the 1-0 home win over Wolves which kept Huddersfield Town top of the Football League Championship.
Rajiv van La Parra scored just six minutes into the clash with his former club and head coach Wagner said: "It was great to see him get the goal, and of course it won us the match.
"But I also have to praise (keeper) Danny Ward, because he made some fine saves to keep us in it during a tough period for us."
Town's fourth win in five league games this season was seen by 19,972 and Wagner added: "The crowd were superb, especially in the final 15 minutes, when they really helped us regain control.
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"There are different ways to win games, and this was a different win to the others we have had, but of course I will take every victory I can."
Town, who remain two points clear at the top of the table, are planning a behind-closed doors game at Liverpool during the international break.
Their next Championship game is the big derby at Leeds United on Saturday, September 10. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-boss-david-wagner-11809966 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/8b25f0b11e1376f7a80e7b602fa88d04857493df42338af0655ce50438e9c01c.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T18:49:17 | null | 2016-08-30T19:00:00 | Tribute to three well-known men | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fsomme-centenary-special-service-mark-11816625.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11545920.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS93827407.jpg | en | null | Somme Centenary: Special service to mark Cleckheaton lives lost | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Please refresh this page in your browser to reload this live event video
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A special service is being held to remember those who lost their lives 100 years ago at the Battle of the Somme.
The tribute will take place at Whitechapel Church in Cleckheaton this Sunday, September 4, marking a phase in which many Spen Valley men were involved.
Poignantly, the remembrance will spotlight three local men who died on the Somme.
The service at 2.30pm, supported by the Spenborough branch of the Royal British Legion, will be led by Rev Brunel James.
He said: “In the second phase of the battle on September 3, local men were involved in an attack which led to many casualties.
“Our service will focus on three local men who died that day as a way of honouring the wider legacy of that generation.”
The three were Capt Charles Hirst, 2nd Lt Alfred Edison Hirst and 2nd Lt Thomas Christopher Vause.
Capt Charles Hirst was serving with the 1st/4th West Riding Regiment when he was killed in action on September 3, 1916 aged 22.
He lived at Fieldhead and The Royds in Cleckheaton.
Hirst memorial window in Whitechapel Church in Cleckheaton
He died leading his company in the attack on the Schwaben Redoubt, a German stronghold just north of Thiepval village. He was one of many local men killed in this action, which became known in Cleckheaton as Bloody Sunday.
His body was never recovered and he is listed in the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing along with over 73,000 others whose bodies were never recovered or identified.
2nd Lt Hirst was a member of one of Cleckheaton’s most prominent families. His father owned Charles Hirst & Sons Exchange Wireworks in Cleckheaton.
The Thiepval Memorial
2nd Lt Alfred Hirst also served with the 1st/4th West Riding Regiment and was 24 when he died also on September 3.
He went to France with the battalion in April 1915 and shared all the hardships of the Ypres salient before moving to the Somme in 1916. The attack at 4am on Sunday, September 3 on the Schwaben Redoubt which was a German fortress on a small hill, surrounded by strategically placed machine guns. Underneath was a series of tunnels containing sleeping accommodation, bakeries, a hospital and messes.
2nd Lt Hirst was killed while leading his platoon and a witness states that he saw him mortally wounded in a shell hole. His body was never retrieved for burial and he is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial.
His father, Eli Hirst, was the owner of the local newspaper, the Spenborough Guardian, and he had many letters published describing life in the army.
He had been prominent in local scouting circles as Master of the Moorbottom Troop in Cleckheaton.
2nd Lt Thomas Vause served with the 1st/8th West Yorkshire Regiment (Leeds Rifles) and was 33 when he died.
On September 3, 1916 the Battalion was involved in a large scale attack just north of Thiepval village. The objective was a machine gun post known as the Pope’s Nose. However, on leaving Thiepval Wood, many casualties were claimed by the German machine guns situated in the Pope’s Nose and also on the Schwaben Redoubt overlooking the objective.
He was reported missing but it was not until August 1917 that the family received the telegram stating that he was ‘now presumed dead’. Many of the casualties from that attack were not found until Spring 1917 following the German retreat to the Hindenberg Line.
Unfortunately, after lying in No-Man’s-Land for nine months, many bodies could not be identified but Thomas’ was and he is buried in the Mill Road Cemetery near to where he fell.
Thomas Vause grave, Mill Road Cemetery in the Somme
He was educated at Cambridge University in 1904 and obtained a Master’s Degree in 1911. He subsequently gained a Law Degree and embarked upon a teaching career. He was appointed Second Master at Whitcliffe Mount Secondary School in Cleckheaton in 1914. A fine all-round sportsman as well as a brilliant academic, he was well-liked by both staff and pupils.
A second teacher at the school, Lance Corporal Evan Williams, was killed on July 19, 1918 and is buried at the Pernes British Cemetery, near Calais. Mr Williams was a chemistry master and, like Mr Vause, joined the school in 1914.
In 1932 Vause and Williams were linked to form a house name along with Arnold and Wadsworth.
Vause-Williams was intended that they should stand for all those – masters and boys – who once worked in the school and who lost their lives in that ‘greater service’. They were Arthur Armytage, Percy Bentley, William E Brooke, John Butterfield, Reginald Drake, Percy Holdroyd and Tom Jowett.
The house system continued until the mid 1980s but was re-established in 2010 and while Wadsworth was retained, Vause-Williams was not.
Eddie Morton, chairman of the Spenborough Branch of the Royal British Legion, said “The Royal British Legion is the custodian of remembrance and it is heartening to see local communities and churches remembering local men who served with distinction and, in turn, passing it on to the younger generation. We must try and maintain the support generated by the centenary of the First World War for youth of today to take forward.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/somme-centenary-special-service-mark-11816625 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/08431006b96869fac4d09574d311e8b62260580aacd1ac1bdba3bcccb86a2034.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-28T12:48:34 | null | 2016-08-28T11:45:00 | The Wolverhampton Wanderers chief suffered his first taste of defeat since taking over at Molineux in the summer | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fdidnt-deserve-lose-huddersfield-town-11810513.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810887.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98082535.jpg | en | null | We didn't deserve to lose at Huddersfield Town says Wolves boss Walter Zenga | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Walter Zenga felt his Wolves side were unlucky to suffer a first defeat in any match this season as a 1-0 setback at table-topping Huddersfield Town saw them drop from third to ninth in the Championship.
Former Molineux man Rajiv van La Parra struck just six minutes in, and David Wagner’s Town withstood an attempted second-half fightback by the Black Country side to make it 13 points from 15.
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Italian Zenga, a former Inter Milan goalkeeper who was appointed a week before the start of the season and had previously gone six games unbeaten in all competitions before heading to West Yorkshire, said: “We were unlucky.
“In my opinion we didn’t deserve to lose the game, because we have had clear chances to score. I don’t remember one chance for Huddersfield in the second half. But we have to accept the result because this is sport.
“The impact of the game was not brilliant for us in the first 15 minutes. But we had one volley, one the limit at the end of the first half (Joe Mason hit the net but his effort was disallowed for offside), two great saves from their keeper, one against the post and one penalty (appeal, when Mason claimed to have been fouled).
“Except the first 15 minutes we take control of the game. It’s important all the time they play until the last second of the game. There was only one team on the pitch in the second half.”
Huddersfield Town's Elias Kachunga is fouled by Wolverhampton Wanderers' Jack Price.
Van La Parra slotted home the rebound after Nahki Wells beat the challenge of Wolves skipper Danny Batth and shot against the left-hand post, and while Wolves came from behind to draw at Rotherham United and beat Birmingham City, they were nullified for only the second time this campaign.
Wolves have now lost on seven of their last eight visits to Huddersfield, but Zenga repeated: “Especially in the second half I don’t remember our keeper making a save, or them creating some big chance.”
Did you go to yesterday's game? If so, what did you think of the players' performances? | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/didnt-deserve-lose-huddersfield-town-11810513 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/f55c71b7cc4f888718171c9e7be149ec68d2804072b5d190452080fdcc3896f7.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T18:49:07 | null | 2016-08-30T17:57:57 | The sides have already met in a cup-tie | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fafc-emley-ready-another-pontefract-11819925.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11820772.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS82921701.jpg | en | null | AFC Emley ready for another Pontefract Collieries clash | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | AFC Emley have Pontefract Collieries in their sights after claiming a first Toolstation Northern Counties East League First Division victory.
Last season’s beaten finalists were 5-1 winners over Teversal last midweek, when skipper Kieran Ryan scored twice.
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Now comes a Wednesday-night clash with Collieries at the Fantastic media Welfare Ground (7.45).
Emley have already beaten them once at home this season, 4-3 on penalties after their League Cup first-round tie finished 2-2 after extra time.
While Darren Hepworth’s Emley are 18th, having played two games less than the bulk of the division, the visitors are seventh.
They arrive on the back of three straight wins, over Ollerton Town and Westella and Willerby in the league and Bootle in the preliminary round of the FA Cup.
Former Huddersfield Town academy player Harrison Blakey has joined Liversedge, who are third in the of the NCEL Premier Division.
The 22-year-old son of former Yorkshire and Elland cricketer Richard Blakey has spent the last two and a half seasons with Yorkshire Amateur.
Before that he played for National League North club Bradford Park venue. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/afc-emley-ready-another-pontefract-11819925 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/6249611d19e79c8e057cb93c97b3294ac6783c6e98c75db687dafa16731baa77.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T20:47:51 | null | 2016-08-26T21:00:00 | We've got a gallery of the cutest puppies in town | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fcheck-out-adorable-pooches-celebrating-11805907.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11805820.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98011482.jpg | en | null | Check out these adorable pooches celebrating National Dog Day in Huddersfield! | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | National Dog Day has been trending on Twitter all day - and you’ve been sharing pictures of your adorable pooches with us!
From Chunky the bulldog in his bowtie to Murphy the pup with his football, Huddersfield’s furry friends are utterly adorable.
The special day is all about appreciating the love and value that dogs bring to our daily lives.
The day is supported by the National Dog Day Foundation which discourages purchasing dogs from unethical backyard breeders and puppy mills.
If you’re a dog lover, why not do your bit for homeless and abused dogs?
Wannabe dog owners are encouraged to support reputable breeders or adopt from rescue homes.
The day’s about celebrating working dogs too. From keeping us safe working for the emergency services, to supporting people who are blind, deaf or disabled, dogs do a lot for us humans, and this is an opportunity to give something back. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/check-out-adorable-pooches-celebrating-11805907 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/9c985db4f6b03af2a3d872f25865fef02be281dd875111b44c413adf29d17888.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-27T10:48:34 | null | 2016-08-27T09:58:00 | Donald MacLeod, from Stornoway, watched his first match 50 years ago | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fhuddersfield-town-fan-celebrating-special-11804600.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11805161.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS49187667.jpg | en | null | The Huddersfield Town fan celebrating a special anniversary | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Happy anniversary to long-distance Huddersfield Town supporter Donald MacLeod!
The Scotsman from Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis will be at the John Smith’s Stadium for the Championship clash with Wolves.
It comes 50 years after he attended his first match, a 1-0 second-tier success over Ipswich Town at Leeds Road.
Donald had just moved to Huddersfield to work in the textile industry.
He eventually returned to Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis, but still makes the 1,000-mile round trip to see friends - and watch Town - at least once a season.
Fans making all the difference says Huddersfield Town midfielder
For the record, Colin Dobson clinched that 1-0 win over Ipswich in front of 12,434 on August 30, 1966.
Town’s team was: Oldfield, Atkins, Cattlin, Ellam, Coddington, Dinsdale, Smith, Weston, Leighton, Quigley, Dobson. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/huddersfield-town-fan-celebrating-special-11804600 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/7e62eb2d10f8e7a0af5de384492b578152fd36d3c1219dcef6e002393e8af91c.json |
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"Blake Welton"
] | 2016-08-29T12:48:55 | null | 2016-08-29T11:49:30 | Huddersfield Town may still be top of the league after their 1-0 win over Wolves, but how did their Football League rivals fare this weekend? | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fchampionship-round-up-week-5-11814094.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11814173.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97566251.jpg | en | null | Championship Round-Up Week 5: Pressure mounts on Leeds United manager Garry Monk | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Leeds United manager Garry Monk is already facing the pressure at the Elland Road club.
The 'Rafa-lution' looks to have finally found it's Championship feet as Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United made it three wins in a row against 10-man Brighton & Hove Albion.
Captain Jamaal Lascelles headed the Magpies in front from a Matt Ritchie free-kick before Jonjo Shelvey curled in a free-kick after Brighton's Sam Baldock was sent off for two bookable offences.
There were also two dismissals in the 1-1 draw between Brentford and Sheffield Wednesday, the Owls' David Jones and the Bees' Lasse Vibe both receiving two yellow cards.
Sam Hutchinson scored in injury time to salvage a point for Wednesday after the aforementioned Vibe had opened the scoring for Brentford.
Burton Albion's Jackson Irvine celebrates scoring the winning goal against Derby County.
In the early Friday game there was a first-ever league meeting between local rivals Burton Albion and Derby County which saw the newly-promoted Brewers take the spoils through a 12th minute Jackson Irvine header.
Fellow new-boys Barnsley are also enjoying life back in the Championship after promotion from League One, currently sitting third in the table after thrashing Yorkshire rivals Rotherham United 4-0 at Oakwell on Saturday.
And after a poor showing at Brentford last weekend, Ipswich rediscovered some form against Preston North End as Grant Ward's half-volley was enough to earn Ipswich victory at Portman Road.
Birmingham City's Clayton Donaldson scores his second goal of the game to make it 3-0 against Norwich City.
Meanwhile Birmingham recorded their first home win since March in impressive fashion, beating much-fancied Norwich City 3-0 at St Andrew's with a brace from Clayton Donaldson.
At the other end of the table, beleaguered Blackburn remain rock bottom of the Championship after Tom Cairney's injury-time goal gave Fulham a dramatic victory against his former side.
Another side struggling so far this season is Aston Villa – Bristol City coming from behind to beat the Villans 3-1 at Ashton Gate after Jack Grealish had given Roberto Di Matteo's side the lead as early as the fifth minute.
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish celebrates his goal to make it 1-0 against Bristol City.
Leeds United were also beaten by a similar scoreline at Nottingham Forest - highly-rated youngster Oliver Burke grabbing his fourth goal of the season to pile on the pressure for Leeds boss Garry Monk.
There were also 1-0 away wins for Reading and QPR at Cardiff and Wigan respectively.
Full Championship Results (Friday to Saturday, August 26-27 )
Burton Albion 1-0 Derby County
Birmingham City 3-0 Norwich City
Blackburn Rovers 0-1 Fulham
Brentford 1-1 Sheffield Wednesday
Ipswich Town 1-0 Preston North End
Huddersfield Town 1-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
Cardiff City 0-1 Reading
Barnsley 4-0 Rotherham United
Wigan Athletic 0-1 Queens Park Rangers
Nottingham Forest 3-1 Leeds United
Bristol City 3-1 Aston Villa
Newcastle United 2-0 Brighton and Hove Albion | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/championship-round-up-week-5-11814094 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/d61b4657e1e16bec08abb47b82c9d51879f8cb565bb8a0ce1c0f389049c31875.json |
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"Samantha Gildea"
] | 2016-08-27T18:48:20 | null | 2016-08-27T18:00:00 | Make the most of the three day weekend with our what's on guides | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Fwhats-on-news%2Faugust-bank-holiday-whats-huddersfield-11801210.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article7918030.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/Huddersfield-Broad-Canal.jpg | en | null | August Bank holiday: What's on in Huddersfield on Sunday | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Big Bridge Bash at Thongsbridge Cricket Club
Miry Lane, Thongsbridge, 2pm, FREE
Cricket fans will love the Big Bridge Bash — and it will also raise funds for the new clubhouse! There will be a T20 Match: New Zealand vs the Rest of the World, a fastest bowler competition, duck race, live music, barbecue, Dixon's Ice Cream and more.
Bike ride: Huddersfield Broad Canal to Aspley Marina, 10am, FREE
Meet at Leeds Road Sports Complex for a 90-minute ride covering a five mile route from Huddersfield Broad Canal to Aspley Marina. The event is free but you need to book a place: visit the Sky Ride website .
Brooklands Revisited Vintage and Classic Car Show
Brooklands Nurseries, Scholes, Holmfirth
Classic cars, sports cars, racing cars, super cars, trucks, tractors and more will be on show, as well as stalls, children's rides, a bar, food stalls and more. There will also be live music from brass bands. Admission costs £5 for adults — children under 10 go free.
Oakwell Artisan Emporium
Oakwell Hall, Birstall, 11.30am-4pm, FREE
Local producers, artists and artisans will fill Oakwell Hall's barn with food, art, chutneys, jams, cards, aloe vera products, handmade children's clothes and more.
Yorkshire's Finest Beer and Brass at the Butchers Arms
Town Gate, Hepworth, 1.30pm
Enjoy a pint in the sunshine and a fabulous outdoor concert by the Hepworth Brass Band at the Butchers Arms. To book a table, call 01484 687147.
Little Gomersal Summer Festival
Sugden Park, Upper Lane, Gomersal, 1pm-6pm, FREE
Family fun at Sugden Park with live bands and dance troupes across two stages as well as a children's fun fair, bouncy castle, food and craft stalls, bars, a dog show and more.
Harvest Auction at Wills O'Nats
Blackmoorfoot Road, Meltham, 6.30pm for 7pm
Head down to the Wills O' Nats for a harvest auction with homemade jams and more. All welcome.
Hade Edge Football Club Charity Car Boot Sale
Penistone Road, Hade Edge, 11am-1pm
Room for up to 70 pitches — to book yours call 01484 684924. Hot food and drinks, gates open at 11am, ample parking.
On all weekend
Boat trips at Shepley Bridge Marina
Shepley Bridge, Steanard Lane, Mirfield, Saturday-Monday 10am-4pm, FREE
Enjoy a free canal boat trip down the Calder and Hebble Navigation throughout the bank holiday weekend — there is no charge for rides but donations are appreciated. You can also watch the trains on the garden railway and enjoy light refreshments in the Marina cafe.
Historic Landscape Walk
Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton
The YSP Heritage Team leads a free short introductory walk around the park, explaining its history and taking visitors to lakes and woodland areas. This is one of a series of exploratory events. Starts at 2pm for an hour. To book and for further details visit www.ysp.co.uk/events
Land Rover Rally
National Coal Mining Museum, New Road, Overton, Wakefield, Saturday-Monday, 10am-4pm, FREE
The annual Leafers at t'Pit Land Rover and vintage car show returns with vehicle line-ups, autojumblers and a chance to meet fellow Land Rover lovers. All models of leaf-sprung Land Rovers are welcome on the day, and owners can pay at the gate to show their vehicle. Money raised goes to the National Coal Mining Museum.
Charity Jigsaw Festival
St Martin's Parish Church, Brighouse, Friday, Saturday and Monday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm
The annual festival boasts more than 1,200 made-up kigsaws, including wasgij, XL and 3D — 200 are on show and replaced as soon as a puzzle is sold. Admission costs £2 for adults and children go free — plus the entry programme includes a £1 voucher for a jigsaw. There will also be a Golden Jigsaw Competition with cash prizes, tombola, luxury raffle and craft stalls.
Big Big Book Sale at Holmfirth Parish Church
Towngate, Holmfirth, Saturday 11am-4pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm, Monday 11am-4pm
Browse thousands of second hand books, buy a read for your summer holiday and enjoy a cuppa at the the Big Big Book Sale. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/august-bank-holiday-whats-huddersfield-11801210 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/9482ad8bb3d662242bcfa0697168cbc5cb949652bbdab9f6e17788ddfb9a64a6.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:51:28 | null | 2016-08-26T12:24:00 | Sgt Catherine Cawood will be back on the beat and on our screens - but not for a while yet | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhappy-valley-return-third-series-11803979.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11010507.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/10271193-high-.jpg | en | null | Happy Valley WILL return for third series, Sally Wainwright says | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | GRIPPING Calderdale police drama Happy Valley will return to our screens for a third series, Sally Wainwright confirmed.
The Huddersfield-born screenwriter made the reveal in an interview at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, as she also confessed her regret at killing off Kate in Last Tango in Halifax.
Sally was talking to Russell T. Davies at the festival, where she claimed Sgt Catherine Cawood would be back on our screens, but not for a while yet.
She said: “It will happen but it will be a little while. I have got some good ideas.”
The series follows Sgt Catherine Cawood and hardened criminal Tommy Lee Royce, and was filmed in several local locations.
The Wills O’Nats pub at Blackmoorfoot and Tesco in Brighouse all featured on the series earlier this year.
Sally has plenty to keep her busy in the meantime, with her latest BBC drama on the Bronte sisters, To Walk Invisible, soon to hit the small screens.
She also announced she is currently working on a musical for TV, but declined to reveal details.
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“It’s on the way,” she told the festival. “It’s an idea I have got for the screen that I am hoping to get away.”
Quizzed on the lastseries of Last Tango in Halifax, Sally said she regretted killing off Kate.
The pregnant character had just married partner Caroline, also played by Sarah Lancashire, and was killed in a car crash.
Sally said: “I didn’t realise how attached the audience had become to that relationship and those characters. I found it hard and I regretted it.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/happy-valley-return-third-series-11803979 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/faf403c91b85d5c41733c4fe291ad02a9af65b18b27d63a223a85d6c5991fc87.json |
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"Doug Thomson"
] | 2016-08-29T16:48:56 | null | 2016-08-29T17:07:53 | The club will still compete in the Huddersfield District League | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fkirkburton-withdraw-west-riding-county-11814523.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11815764.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS56354871.jpg | en | null | Kirkburton withdraw from West Riding County Amateur League | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Kirkburton, in red, face Hunsworth in a County Amateur League clash in 2015
Kirkburton have pulled out of the West Riding County Amateur League after just two Premier Division games.
The Gregory Playing Fields-based club were struggling to field a side.
Now they will focus on the team they have just entered into the Huddersfield District League.
Secretary Ian Daffern says Kirkburton have suffered as a result of the success of other Huddersfield clubs.
The town has six others in the Taylor’s Timber County Amateur Premier Division (DRAM Community, Golcar United, Honley, Huddersfield YMCA, Lepton Highlanders and Newsome).
And Britannia Sports and Holmfirth Town compete in Division I.
Meanwhile ambitious Shelley, who have redeveloped Storthes Hall Park in recent years, are playing in the West Yorkshire League top flight.
Shelley also have a side in a District League First Division which also includes Shepley, Skemanthorpe and Kirkheaton Rovers, all close to Kirkburton.
“It’s a huge disappointment to have to take this action,” said Daffern.
“There were signs of what was to come during pre-season, when we struggled both to get a management team in place and field a settled side in friendlies.
“Dean Calcutt and Robert Barnes came to the rescue and they have given it a real go.
“But I think we were fighting a losing battle, and this was the only real option.
“At least the club is still alive and we will be playing in the District League.”
AFC Emley claim first league win
The withdrawal of Kirkburton, who had played in the Premier Division since 2008, follows the collapse of Ovenden West Riding, a real County Amateur League force in recent seasons.
Bay Athletic, Storthes Hall, Marsden and Meltham are other Huddersfield names to have disappeared from the league. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/kirkburton-withdraw-west-riding-county-11814523 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/b6351bba424245d1e2b7d768738e0b746be865d573aa2ec048b038c740bc20bc.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:54:36 | null | 2016-08-26T10:30:00 | Two teams went to the Lions InternationalFun and Sports day in Doncaster | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fkirklees-disabled-sports-club-victorious-11799365.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11803035.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97732183.jpg | en | null | Kirklees Disabled Sports Club victorious in five-a-side tournament | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Members of Kirklees Disabled Sports Club (KDSC) after receiving trophies at Doncaster
Competitors from Kirklees Disabled Sports Club took part in the Lions International Fun and Sports Day at Doncaster.
Some 33 members of the Disabled Sports Club (KDSC), based at Huddersfield Leisure Centre, entered two teams in a five-a-side knockout football competition, and one of them was the winner.
On the winning team, goals were scored by Majdi Turki, Muhammad Turki, Terry Bannister and Samuel Cayenne.
On the other Huddersfield team, goals were scored by Ian Reid and Danny Swift. Goalkeeper Carol Wood saved three goals.
In the fun games, KDSC trophy winners were David Battye, Danny Swift, Craig Wilson, Majdi Turki and Joseph Royston.
The trip to Doncaster was organised by Holmfirth and Meltham Lions Club, which has been involved in the Doncaster event for 24 years. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/kirklees-disabled-sports-club-victorious-11799365 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/8758984ba6156b47f2038730d9af85a9ea625fe7648f0136c866c66574e94e31.json |
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"Blake Welton"
] | 2016-08-28T08:48:13 | null | 2016-08-28T08:00:00 | Have a look to see if you were snapped during Town's hard fought 1-0 win at the John Smith's Stadium yesterday afternoon | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Flook-you-make-huddersfield-town-11810224.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11810395.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98075747.jpg | en | null | LOOK: Did you make it into our Huddersfield Town v Wolverhampton Wanderers fan gallery? | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Rajiv van La Parra's sixth minute goal was enough to seal all three points for Huddersfield Town against Wolverhampton Wanderers yesterday afternoon.
The Dutchman impressed throughout the clash against his old side and was first to react to prod the ball home when Nahki Wells' initial shot hit the post.
That's now four wins in five league games for David Wagner's men who sit proudly at the summit of the Football League Championship table, two points clear of second-placed Fulham.
Confidence around the club is at an all-time high with Saturday's attendance of 19,972 at the John Smith's Stadium playing a big part in roaring the team to success.
Were you one of those at the game? If so, what did you think of the players' performances?
Scroll through the gallery above and see if you have been snapped at yesterday's clash. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/look-you-make-huddersfield-town-11810224 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/01f44b384565f14f746f68d38f2d6b5baae6160ed280743f2ebdecd376b5ba03.json |
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"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-30T18:48:47 | null | 2016-08-30T18:00:00 | The latest gossip surrounding the second tier | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fchampionship-transfer-rumours-aston-villas-11818927.json | http://i3.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article10573321.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/Jonathan-Kodjia.jpg | en | null | Championship transfer rumours: Aston Villa's £15m offer, Newcastle United linked to Liverpool man | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Aston Villa have reportedly bid £15m for Bristol City striker Jonathan Kodjia.
The Robins' forward struck 20 times in all competitions last season and Villa see the 26-year-old as the answer to their goal-scoring issues.
The Midlands side have bagged six goals in six games this season and are sat 16th in the Championship table, despite having ambitions of bouncing straight back into the Premier League.
An offer for Kodjia has come after Villa's deal for Hull city striker Abel Hernandez hit difficulties.
It is believed a £20m bid had been accepted by the Tigers, but personal terms could not be agreed.
Charlie Taylor competes for the ball with Sean Scannell
Leeds United are bracing themselves for a spate of multi-million pound bids for defender Charlie Taylor.
The full-back handed in a transfer request last month, but the Yorkshire club rejected the request.
However, a line of Premier League clubs are though to be keen on Taylor, with Liverpool, Bournemouth and West Brom leading the pack.
Leeds boss Gary Monk is adamant Taylor will still be at the club after Wednesday's 11pm deadline - but the Yorkshire Evening Post says that an offer of around £8m could tempt the club to sell.
Idrissa Sylla
Queens Park Rangers are in advanced talks to sign Anderlecht forward Idrissa Sylla, according to reports.
The Guinean is thought to be in West London to complete a medical ahead of the £1.75m move today.
The 25-year-old - dubbed the Belgian Chris Waddle - has scored nine goals in two seasons and Anderlecht, but has not started all the Paars-wit's games.
A deal is likely to be agreed in the next 24 hours.
AP Photo/Matthias Schrader Ghana's Christian Atsu leaps over the challenge of Germany's Shkodran Mustafi during a 2014 World Cup match
Newcastle United have all but wrapped up the signing of Christian Atsu on loan from Chelsea.
The Toon have an option to buy at the end of the loan deal for the Ghanaian and are also reportedly in for Liverpool outcast Lazar Markovic.
The Serbian is thought to be weighing up an offer from Newcastle after being loaned out to Fenerbahce by the Reds last season.
Joel Lynch and Nelson Oliveira
Finally, Norwich City have signed Benfica forward Nelson Oliveira for an undisclosed fee.
The 25-year-old has agreed a four-year deal with the Canaries, having scored nine goals in 29 appearances at Nottingham Forest on loan last campaign.
On his new signing, Norwich boss Alex Neil told Radio Norwich: "Technically he's a fantastic player. He can take the ball and see things.
"This lad's a bit different. He wants to come and link with the ball and get other people involved in the game so he's a good option for us." | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/championship-transfer-rumours-aston-villas-11818927 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/fba2ce65b533f8ffba0faf76df09bfff5d2aa8fe3d0a70eb5d50b647977cb42f.json |
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"Chloe Glover"
] | 2016-08-31T10:49:14 | null | 2016-08-31T11:00:00 | Police were considering stopping the Mazda prior to the accident over an earlier burglary and car theft | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Ftwo-people-seriously-injured-crash-11821021.json | http://i1.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11822462.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/elland.png | en | null | Two people seriously injured in crash with getaway car in Brighouse | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A car in a crash that seriously injured two people in Brighouse was wanted in a burglary inquiry.
The 49-year-old male driver of a silver Mazda Premacy and a 27-year-old female passenger were taken to hospital after it collided with a blue Ford Kuga on Elland Road, close to the junction with Cromwell Bottom Drive.
The crash happened at 6.46pm on August 28.
A police patrol was considering stopping the Mazda prior to the accident in relation to a burglary and theft of a car in the Holywell Green area of Halifax that took place between 10am and 2pm the same day.
The 58-year-old female driver of the Kuga was left with minor injuries in the accident.
The collision has been referred to the Independent Police Complaints Commission.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or the movements of the vehicle prior to it is asked to contact the Safer Roads and Neighbourhood Support team on 101, quoting log *0739 of 28 August.
In unrelated investigations, police would like to speak to the people pictured in the image gallery below. The people pictured in the images may be witnesses as well as suspects. If you recognise anyone, contact police on 101 quoting the reference number on the image caption. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/two-people-seriously-injured-crash-11821021 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/415e5e4b8e986dc51c31015da6f27121e1b90db8faaf6158e3d4f8ad25ab8d32.json |
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"Gina Colley"
] | 2016-08-28T18:48:47 | null | 2016-08-28T18:00:00 | Charles Agbola is afraid to go home after two sisters and uncle killed in clashes | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fsheepridge-man-mourns-loss-three-11811678.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11812145.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98126032-1.jpg | en | null | Sheepridge man mourns loss of three members of his family in political fighting in Nigeria | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Sheepridge family campaigning for the release of family members held in Nigerian prison. Charles Agbola holds pictures of murdered family.
A man from Sheepridge is mourning the loss of his two sisters and uncle who have all been killed in political clashes in Nigeria.
Charles Agbola, who lives with his partner Marie Gordge, said there was a great deal of killing going on.
“I have lost everyone back home. Marie is all I have now,” he said, fighting back the tears.
Asked if he was going back to Nigeria because of the deaths, he said he couldn’t. “My life is in danger. If I go back there I will be killed too.”
Simon Morley Sheepridge family campaigning for the release of family members held in Nigerian prison. Uzochukwu Clement Ekwelonu, Charles Agbola and Marie Gordge.
Mr Agbola’s 60-year-old uncle, Agbapru, had his funeral a week last Saturday (August 20), his sister Chinasa was buried on Thursday (August 25) and his other sister Cecilia had her funeral on Saturday (August 27).
Mr Agbola is part of a Yorkshire action group campaigning for the release of political activist Nnamdi Kanu, who has been jailed in Nigeria. Mr Kanu is a leading member of one of several separatist organisations in the country's eastern state of Biafra, the Indigenous People Of Biafra (IPOB).
Mr Kanu – a friend of Mr Agbola who has made visits to Huddersfield and has family living in Halifax – was reportedly abducted from his hotel room in Lagos, Nigeria, in October, last year.
He is standing trial on six counts of treasonable felony charges in Nigeria.
His wife Uchechi Okwu-Kanu is spending her time between homes in Halifax and London, but is unable to give exact details of where she lives for security reasons.
The mother-of-two said her husband had never seen their seven-month-old son, Nnabuikem. She also has a 15-year-old son, Nnaemeka.
Despite their plight, his wife says her husband will never give up his fight for Biafra to be independent.
Huddersfield Daily Examiner Political activist Nnamdi Kanu, who has been jailed in Nigeria.
Mr Agbola, who was born in Biafra and has also lived in Zambia, moved to England in 2013. His father, Ambrose, died in 1967 in the Nigerian-Biafran War, a three-year bloody conflict with a death toll of more than one million people.
Mr Agbola, 38, said a new generation of Biafrans were now peacefully calling for an independent Biafra. But Muhammadu Buhari, the Muslim president of Nigeria, was fighting the independence movement with military force.
Mr M K Ibrahim, country director of Amnesty International Nigeria, told how the Nigerian army had gunned down unarmed people in May this year.
He said: “Opening fire on peaceful IPOB supporters and bystanders who clearly posed no threat to anyone is an outrageous use of unnecessary and excessive force and resulted in multiple deaths and injuries.
“In one incident one person was shot dead after the authorities burst in on them while they slept.” | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/sheepridge-man-mourns-loss-three-11811678 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/2c1470948abffa0529359b3b098d1834a817f2821e0b1c89622668533971699f.json |
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"Samantha Robinson"
] | 2016-08-26T16:48:33 | null | 2016-08-26T16:42:00 | Mirfield pub impresses Heavy Woollen CAMRA | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ffood-drink-news%2Fpear-tree-crowned-pub-season-11799020.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11806254.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97938652.jpg | en | null | Pear Tree crowned pub of the season for summer 2016 | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | The Pear Tree in Mirfield is CAMRA Heavy Woollen's Pub of the Season for Summer 2016
A Mirfield pub has been crowned king of the summer by CAMRA.
The Pear Tree, on Huddersfield Road, was awarded the CAMRA Heavy Woollen Pub of the Season title for summer 2016.
Landlord Alan Ingle received the award from Heavy Woollen branch chair Andy Kassube.
The Pear Tree previously won the Winter Pub award in 2010 after Alan took over the Mirfield venue.
Heavy Woollen branch chair Andy Kassube presents the Pub of the Season Summer 2016 award to Pear Tree landlord Alan Ingle
He refurbished the pub and riverside beer garden, and also developed the Pear Tree’s real ale offerings.
August Bank Holiday: Our bumper Huddersfield events and days out guide
The pub now boasts four pumps serving Bradfield Blonde and Sharps Doom Bar, with two guest ales that change frequently.
On Sunday August 28 it will host a family fun day to raise money for Kirkwood Hospice. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/pear-tree-crowned-pub-season-11799020 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/d8ea5b8b9d29c13b8a80552b5c125653ed4f84b985a718b33f038b8644b723e2.json |
[
"Robert Sutcliffe"
] | 2016-08-30T06:48:32 | null | 2016-08-30T07:00:00 | Bob Thompson from Ainley Top was saved in an eight-hour operation | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fdont-shut-hris-ae-says-11814471.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11815323.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98119419.jpg | en | null | Don't shut HRI's A&E says man who nearly died | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Major heart operation patient Bob Thompson of Ainley Top, joins in the save HRI campaign.
A man who almost lost his life after falling seriously ill has begged health bosses to reconsider their decision to transfer A&E facilities from Huddersfield to Calderdale.
Bob Thompson, a 58-year-old businessman, from Lindley Moor Road, Ainley Top, began feeling ill in October last year.
The married father-of-two said: “I had been suffering from severe abdominal pain and my family called an emergency ambulance which took me to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary in less than 10 minutes.
“Thank God this hospital was there and I did not have to go any farther. I was examined within minutes of reaching the hospital.
“It was 1am on a Sunday morning. A team was called in and I was taken to the operating theatre for an operation on my twisted hernia and did not know anything else for four days.
“I was brought around in intensive care having undergone an eight-hour operation and, to say the least, felt terrible.
“My abdominal wound was held together with 169 staples."
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Bob added: “I had suffered with the anaesthetic due to weighing over 30 stone and I was so glad to have survived it.
“One doctor told me that had I been two hours later they would not have been able to save me.
“The people wanting to make these changes to our A&E arrangements have probably never had life-threatening illness.
“They should hang their heads in shame at what they are proposing.
“It is all down to money, not people’s lives – it stinks.”
Bob added: “I am now fortunate to be back at my business after the great hospital treatment followed by many weeks of care.
“Although I am not fully recovered I am still here and I firmly believe I would not have been had I had to go farther to be treated.”
In January the Examiner reported the bombshell news that a report for health bosses on the future of A&E provision said the preferred option was to keep emergency services open at Calderdale Royal Hospital in Halifax and close the A&E department at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
It says the way hospital services are currently run is not “sustainable”.
The proposal would mean people in Huddersfield could have to travel to Halifax, Wakefield or Barnsley for emergency treatment.
Under the plans HRI would be demolished and replaced with a far smaller hospital for planned care while Calderdale Royal Hospital would be expanded to provide emergency and acute care including paediatrics, coronary care and intensive care.
There has been furious reaction to the proposals with demonstrations numbering thousands of people gathering for rallies in St George’s Square to protest about the plans. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/dont-shut-hris-ae-says-11814471 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/080759828a38f9835974d47c555811d6bf48a03a71e4717fc5c6236ca89b2530.json |
[
"Martin Shaw"
] | 2016-08-30T20:48:59 | null | 2016-08-30T21:00:00 | Excavators have dug into waste pile to create 'fire break' to protect nearby Novaglaze glass firm | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Flockwood-tip-fire-firefighters-visiting-11820352.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11820581.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS98125920.jpg | en | null | Lockwood tip fire: Firefighters visiting site every four hours | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Contractors help firefighters put out the blaze at the former Hunters Group tip site
Contractors have moved to protect a glass firm at risk from a smouldering tip fire in Lockwood.
Over the weekend Kirklees Council sent in contractors to shift mounds of rotting household waste at the former Hunters Group tip site in Queen’s Mill Road.
As excavators shifted the rubbish, firefighters doused it with water.
Firefighters shifted the waste to create a “fire break” to prevent the fire spreading towards Novaglaze, a firm which backs onto the site.
When the fire first broke out almost two weeks ago firefighters initially battled to keep the flames a way from Novaglaze as the wind fanned the blaze in that direction.
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The fire remains deep-seated and fire crews are constantly monitoring the site, visiting every four hours.
A spokesman for the Environment Agency said: “The Environment Agency is providing advice and support to Kirklees Council and West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service.
“We have arranged for the required permissions to be made available to the council which allowed work to take place over the bank holiday weekend. We continue to monitor the work and advise the council as necessary to ensure that the environment is protected.”
The spokesman added: “The fire service worked alongside contractors from Kirklees Council over the weekend to create a fire-break in order to protect surrounding properties near the site. On Saturday firefighters used an aerial appliance to damp down the fire.
“The fire is deep seated and until the waste is removed it will continue to burn. Firefighters are visiting the site every four hours to monitor it.”
The site was previously run by the Hunter Group but is said to have changed hands. The authorities have been in talks with new operator Sam H. Services.
Residents have complained about the possible health risks of smoke and fumes from the site. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/lockwood-tip-fire-firefighters-visiting-11820352 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/be5ecbdc70e7b911ec7dc49606967da68c6bbe627568d1d01d42188ed51ac6c8.json |
[
"Rory Benson"
] | 2016-08-26T18:49:05 | null | 2016-08-26T18:00:00 | The latest gossip surrounding the second tier | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fnews%2Fchampionship-transfer-rumours-leeds-eye-11806310.json | http://i2.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/article11770008.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS96793253.jpg | en | null | Championship transfer rumours: Leeds eye Roma midfielder, No Villa move for Manchester United man, Newcastle linked to Chelsea winger | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | Leeds United are close to signing Roma midfielder Dario Meadows, according to reports.
The 17-year-old is seen as a one for the future by boss Garry Monk who is keen on taking the youngster on a loan deal with the option to buy.
Meadows is an Italy under-17 international having moved from Kent to Italy as a child.
The Roma academy graduate is predominantly an attacking midfielder but can also operate at left-back and "Sky sources" have claimed Leeds are nearing a deal for Meadows.
Manchester United keeper San Johnstone
Aston Villa chairman Tony Xia has denied the club are interested in signing 23-year-old Manchester United goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.
The Villans had been linked the stopper following new signing Pierluigi Gollini's string of unconvincing performances between the sticks, but the owner has quashed the rumours.
The eccentric billionaire wrote on Twitter: "Another rumour, not true!"
AP Photo/Matthias Schrader Ghana's Christian Atsu leaps over the challenge of Germany's Shkodran Mustafi during a 2014 World Cup match
Newcastle United 's summer spending spree is set to continue with the Magpies linked to yet another player.
The Toon are reportedly in talks with Palermo defender Achraf Lazaar and are also thought to be interested in Chelsea winger Christian Atsu.
The Ghana midfielder has not played a game for the Blues since arriving from Porto in 2013, spending all of his Stamford Bridge career out on loan, and Magpies boss Rafa Benitez did not comment on the link in his press conference today.
Benitez says he "needed one winger before, now we have to analyse" after Aarons' injury. Doesn't comment on Atsu speculation #nufc — Chris Waugh (@ChrisDHWaugh) August 26, 2016
Alan Judge scores against Huddersfield Town
Newcastle are thought to be in the market for a winger and 24-year-old Atsu could well be on Benitez's wishlist.
Although Newcastle were thought to be keen on Brentford's Alan Judge, it now looks as though a deal will not go through this summer.
Bees boss Dean Smith claims he does not believe the Irishman will be anywhere other than Griffin Park until at least January, despite the rumoured switch.
He said: "I don't think anything is going to happen in this window as he's had two screws taken out of his leg a couple of weeks ago.
"I've waxed lyrical about him a lot anyway. Let's see where we are when the window reopens in January.
"If there are clubs in our league wanting our players and they're competing against us; we won't be forced into doing anything.
"I expect Alan Judge will still be a Brentford player on September 1."
Blackburn Rovers' Shane Duffy
Finally, Brighton have signed Blackburn centre-half Shane Duffy for an undisclosed fee.
The defender scored two own goals and was sent off when Rovers faced Cardiff nine days ago, but came back from suspension to score the winner against Crewe Alexandra in the EFL Cup on Tuesday.
The defender has signed a four-year deal with the Seagulls after turning down a new deal at Ewood Park earlier this month. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/sport/football/news/championship-transfer-rumours-leeds-eye-11806310 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/034c5cc4ff155c232d7ecc3a8dfa3d0a8ba67d637d68dea54aafc8d9b055861b.json |
[
"Louise Cooper"
] | 2016-08-26T13:00:39 | null | 2016-08-25T19:00:00 | Gun cabinet taken in raid found dumped woodland | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.examiner.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwest-yorkshire-news%2Fhunt-rifles-shotguns-after-stolen-11801423.json | http://i4.examiner.co.uk/incoming/article11801835.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/JS97956188.jpg | en | null | Hunt for rifles and shotguns after stolen gun cabinet dumped in Milnsbridge | null | null | www.examiner.co.uk | A wooded area in Britannia Road, Milnsbridge, near where a gun cabinet believed to have been stolen in a burglary was found.
Police in Huddersfield have joined the search for six rifles and shotguns stolen in a burglary.
Detectives investigating the raid on a house in Calderdale switched their focus to Milnsbridge after a gun cabinet was found dumped in woodland.
Police said six rifles and shotguns, all legally held and stored in a gun cabinet, were taken in a burglary at a house in Barkisland near Halifax on Tuesday afternoon. Ammunition was also stolen.
Officers later recovered the gun cabinet from a wooded area in Britannia Road, Milnsbridge, near the junction with Fernlea Grove, some six miles away.
An area around where the cabinet was found was cordoned off for forensic examination on Wednesday.
None of the guns have been recovered and police are continuing to search for the weapons.
A 16-year-old Huddersfield boy has been arrested on suspicion of burglary.
Det Insp Craig Lord, of Calderdale CID, said: “I would like to appeal to members of the public if they have any information about this incident to come forward and contact the police.
“A number of firearms were stolen along with personal items, and we are continuing our investigation to recover these items and return to their owners.
“The firearms were legally held by the owner and I would also ask people to come forward if any similar items have been advertised for sale.”
The burglary happened between 3.30pm and 4.40pm on Tuesday at a house in Clough House Lane, Barkisland. Raiders forced the rear patio doors.
Anyone with information should contact police via 101 quoting log number 1344 of August 23.
In unrelated investigations, police would like to speak to the people pictured in the image gallery below. The people pictured in the images may be witnesses as well as suspects. If you recognise anyone, contact police on 101 quoting the reference number on the image caption. | http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/hunt-rifles-shotguns-after-stolen-11801423 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.examiner.co.uk/a2049e9fe0b096d3d1d870fddb8818455d88d79a0a14c29e7dc38738b4a883ac.json |
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