The Bronte Wheelers held their annual club dinner and presentation last month. These were for the club’s champions for various events and races the riders have been taking part in throughout last year. The trophies were presented by Joe O’Doherty
In just four weeks’ time – on March 12 – it is No Smoking Day. This year it’s supported by the British Heart Foundation. We all know the dangers and risks of smoking, so I won’t go into that, but everyone has their own reason for wanting to give
In this issue of The Ticket, Shimla Spice presents its hot and fiery chicken vindaloo for all those curry fans who love to challenge themselves! A vindaloo dish is not only about hotness. If cooked in a perfect way, it should be full of different
Music Exchange Arts Centre, Russell Street, Keighley 01535 661591 exchangearts.co.uk Anti-Vigilante and The Human Project (February 21); folk singer Pete Morton (February 22); Lamb Of God heavy-metal tribute Eleventh Hour (February 28) Keighley
England’s only tribute to the heavy metal band Lamb Of God will play Keighley on February 28. Eleventh Hour will cover songs from all seven albums at the Exchange Arts Centre in Russell Street. An Exchange spokesman said: “The music spans ten
Keighley band You Had Me At Hello has released their latest single The World Forgot To Save Us. The song is the first track from the band’s upcoming concept album, which is set in the future when two galaxies begin to spiral together. The band
All tickets for the next gig at the Bronte Blues Club have now sold out. The Kyla Brox Band is due to play tomorrow at the Laycock Village Hall venue. The next gig will be a Mardi Gras party featuring Dale Storr’s New Orleans Big Band on March
Jam on Top will host its Spring Bash on March 1. The Keighley music studio will adopt the style of TV show Later With Jools Holland for the gig. Jam on Top, in Dalton Lane, will host four bands playing in its four studios – Revolt, Rock Bottom
Keighley’s Exchange Arts Centre will host legendary melodic hard-core punks S.N.F.U this Spring. The Canadian band have performed more than 5,000 shows while touring almost non-stop for the past 31 years. In that time, they have released nine
Man Can’t Fly – a favourite with Keighley audiences – have started the new year with a bang by releasing an EP. The band recently celebrated the record, called Take Me Home, with a sell-out gig at The Cockpit in Leeds. Take Me Home follows
Julian Maxfield and Tracey Thorne could be in dire straits if they don’t find some musicians. They are seeking members for their new band The Sultans Of Swing. The Keighley couple say they are passionate about big band and swing music.
Kala Sangam is hosting a photographic exhibition entitled The Colours Of Holi, from February 22 to April 30. The exhibition has been created by Mathew Page, an award-winning photographer, whose work ranges from news and sport to travel. As
Evoking death, drama and identity, George Chakravarthi re-imagines 13 characters in Shakespeare’s plays who met their ends through suicide. His exhibition – Thirteen – marks the 450th anniversary of Shakespeare’s birth and is being shown outside
Matthew Bourne’s acclaimed take on Swan Lake – featuring the now-iconic all-male swan ensemble – is coming to Bradford following a season at Sadler’s Wells. The Swan is played by two powerful leading men – Jonathan Ollivier and Chris Trenfield
A new show at the Square Chapel in Halifax will recreate the golden moments of comedian Tony Hancock. The Best Of Tony Hancock recalls a time when TV show Hancock’s Half Hour was one of the most popular BBC comedy programmes. It was written
Judi Dench is the patron of the first Ilkley Film Festival, featuring more than 20 events and screenings. The programme, which runs from tomorrow until Sunday, includes Dame Judi in the Oscar-nominated Philomena. The film festival will transform
Wicked – one of the most successful musicals of recent years – comes to Leeds this summer. The show portrays the real story of the good and bad Witches of Oz, and reveals a hidden tale of secret friendship. The London Evening Standard recently
Steeton man Richard Wilkinson is directing the latest play at Skipton Little Theatre. Donald Churchill’s comedy The Decorator is being staged from Tuesday to February 22, at 7.30pm. The decorator of the title is an out-of-work actor, who is
Chris Bonsall is to hang up his hat as organiser of Ingleton Folk Weekend after 13 successful years. Having brought folk legends such as Ralph McTell, Kate Rusby, Eliza Carthy and Kathryn Tickell to the village, Chris felt the time was right to
Macbeth – Leeds Grand Opera North’s winter season continues with a first-rate revival one of Verdi’s early masterpieces. Bela Perencz in the title role and Kelly Cae Hogan as his Lady gelled well together from start to finish. The Thane’s baritone
The Wizard Of Oz comes to Cullingworth Village Hall this month in place of the annual pantomime. Cullingworth Amateurs, also known as CADS, are performing Adele Thane’s stage version of the classic story. The Amateurs have gained permission
Lulu, Cher, Madonna, Beyonce... and now Harper. Keighley’s pop darling Amy Harper is reaching for solo stardom with a single name. Following the demise of her girl group Bon Bonz, the 21-year-old has jettisoned her first name. Under the moniker
The recently-performed Dragons Den At The West End raised £1,738 for a children’s hospice. The show, performed by children and staff from Keighley’s Dragons Den play facility, was in aid of Martin House in Wetherby. Staff members Leah Ogrizovic
Bosses at a Keighley radio station have gone on “big radio” to talk about their latest project. Andy Sheppard and Brian Leach (above with Shona Grange), from community station Jam Radio, were last week interviewed on the BBC Radio Leeds breakfast
A Keighley dog with star quality could win a leading role in a professional opera. Producer Ellen Kent is seeking an animal to appear in La Boheme, when it is performed at St George’s Hall in Bradford on March 20. The Chisinau National Opera
It’s happy times for Daisy the cow as she shares a moment with Simple Simon and Jill. But there is danger in store for this bovine belle as Harden Players prepare to present Jack and the Beanstalk. In the pantomime, Daisy is destined to be
Sonje Hibbert isn’t the first artist to move to Haworth after being inspired by the wild Bronte landscapes. But she is one of the few who can cite an artistic connection with the area through an ancestor with a creative pedigree. Henry Hibbert
There is bingo on Tuesdays at the Dickie Bird starting at 8pm and on Wednesdays a quiz and Strike It Lucky starting at 9pm. There is a free supper at both events. The local art group meets in the Village Hall on Tuesday and Friday afternoons from
Thursday: Tea dance, Sutton Village Hall, 1.35pm. Saturday: Coffee morning by Cross Hills and Glusburn Manorlands Support Group, Cross Hills Community Centre, 9am-11am. Sunday: Holy communion, St Thomas’s Church, 10.30am. Tuesday: Mother
On Saturday, 9.30am-noon at St James’ Church Silsden there will be a Mothers’ Union coffee morning with a Valentine's Day theme. Various stalls will be running and all are welcome. Silsden Camera Club – An excellent meeting was held in St James’
Saturday: 10am-noon, coffee morning at Riddlesden United Reformed Church Sunday: 10.30am morning worship at Riddlesden United Reformed Church, led by the Rev Dr P Severs. Light lunch after worship, followed by church meeting. Monday: 10.30am, exercise
Oxenhope Gardening Club will meet in Oxenhope Community Centre, Shaw Lane, at 7.30pm on Thursday, February 20. Bingley resident Katie Rushworth, of ITV’s ‘Love your Garden’ fame, will talk about creating moods and styles using plants. She may also
Thursday: Oakworth Police and Community Contact Point is open every Thursday, from 1.30-3.30pm at Holden Hall. For further information, contact 647574 or e-mail contact oakworth@yahoo.co.uk. Oakworth old people’s welfare group meets at Holden Hall
Sunday: Service, 10.30am, Keighley New Church, Braithwaite, led by the Rev G Clarkson. Tea and coffee will be served afterward in the church hall. Tuesday: Yoga class, Laycock Village Hall from 11am-12.30pm. Suitable for people of all abilities
St John’s Church holds a single service of all-age praise on Sunday at 11am, with refreshments afterwards. Holy communion, using the 1662 Book of Common Prayer, is celebrated at 10am on Wednesdays. For baptisms marriages and other enquiries
Sunday church services: Stanbury Church, morning prayer at 9.30am and Haworth Parish Church, morning prayer at 10.45am. West Lane Baptist Church, morning service at 10.30am and evening holy communion service at 6pm both led by the Rev Chris Upton.
Sunday: 10.30am, Trinity family worship will be led by the Rev Fred Rich. 10-11.30am, Trinity Toddlers.
St Andrew’s Church – On Sunday there will be services of holy communion at 8.15am and 10am. Farnhill Methodist Church – the coffee morning held last Saturday raised £183 for church funds and £53.50 for the Gambia Schools Trust. The Village
A teenage driver who mowed down a young woman while fleeing police has been locked up for two years. The woman was carried on the bonnet of the car as it careered through Keighley town centre at rush-hour. And after she was thrown to the ground
Sunday: There will be a service at Exley Head Methodist Church at 10.30am, with Sunday Gang for the children. Monday: An Ofsted-inspected pre-school playgroup operates every day, Monday to Friday in the room below the Exley Head Methodist Church
Eastburn Methodist Church on Tuesday, February 25, at 6.30pm, invites all pet owners, adults and children to bring their pets for a service lead by the Rev Saidu Kanu. The church has held two pet services in the past and they proved to be great fun
A light-hearted Valentine’s Day quiz takes place at the Shared Church tomorrow at 7pm. Teams are welcome or simply join in on the night. Supper provided. A pilates class is held at the Mechanics’ Institute, Denholme, every Monday evening at 7pm
Cullingworth Conservative Club welcomes Craig Anthony, vocal comedy entertainer on Saturday evening. The Haleys, a local award-winning band will make an appearance on Saturday, February 22. Culingworth Methodist Church has organised a meal and
The manager of Keighley Community Transport is starting a shopping bus from our area (Haworth, Stanbury, Oxenhope and Leeming) to the Keighley supermarkets for a trial period. It will pick up and drop off by arrangement and is targeted at the elderly
There was a good representation of residents at the February meeting of Cowling Parish Council, and among the issues discussed were a grant towards new equipment for Cowling Cricket Club and funding towards the purchase of flowers for the flower festival
Keighley teenager Harold Clayton survived four years of war only to be killed a short time later by the IRA. During his service, Harold, who enlisted six days after the war started, had been wounded twice and gassed once. As the First World
Keighley year nine school pupils experienced a moving trip to some of the most harrowing battlefields of the First World War. More than 20 students from Holy Family Catholic School saw some of the mass war graves of France and Belgium’s infamous
Judging by the Victorian exuberance of the building, still elaborate with towers, turrets and pinnacles, this was Cliffe Castle shortly after being presented to the town in 1949 by Sir Bracewell Smith, a former Keighley teacher turned London property
Malsis Hall at Glusburn, seen here as a private residence, was one of several great local houses from the mid-Victorian era. Built in the Italian style in the 1860s from stone quarried on its own 750-acre estate, it amply fulfilled a favourite
Sutton Hall was built in the 1890s by John William Hartley, the reclusive bachelor owner of Greenroyd Mills. At the time of his death in 1909, he was said to own “practically all the houses in Sutton, and also the larger part of the farms on the
The official opening of Silsden Town Hall proved an excellent showcase for its £300,000-plus improvements, a ward councillor clams. Andrew Mallinson, who represents Silsden on Bradford Council, branded Saturday’s event as “fantastic”. He said
Silsden Allstars Majorettes are under starter’s orders for a charity race night. Cash from the March 7 event – at the Sunnybank Social Club in Silsden – will be split between the group and the Manorlands Sue Ryder hospice. Sue Ryder fundraiser
Manorlands has shared in the proceeds of a fancy dress pub crawl and race night staged by Keighley Celtic Supporters Club. The events together raised £2,000, of which £600 has been donated to the Oxenhope Sue Ryder hospice. The remainder was
Manorlands is celebrating news it is the chosen charity this year of Keighley’s Airedale Shopping Centre. The hospice was selected from a five-strong shortlist through a public vote on Facebook. Other contenders were Cancer Support Bradford
Manorlands is celebrating a massive coup for the Sue Ryder charity that runs the hospice. The national organisation has been chosen by supermarket giant Morrisons as its new charity partner. A huge range of fundraising activities will now be
A senior Worth Valley politician is celebrating moves to allow pubs to stay open late for England’s opening World Cup game. The Home Office scored an own goal with footie fans and pubs when it ruled there would be no special dispensation for hostelries
A Cullingworth butcher has scooped more awards. Ellisons entered ten of its best-selling products in a top regional meat trades contest – and won gold awards for all but two of them. The annual BPEX north-east region Pork Products Excellence
A spring wedding fair is being staged this weekend. Sunday’s event, being held by Keighley News sister paper the Craven Herald, will feature 26 exhibition stands. As well as bridalwear, the fair will showcase many wedding-related services, from
The heartbroken mother of Riley Turner has revealed how she would be always haunted by her act of kindness that unwittingly allowed Anwar Rosser to murder her treasured son. Rosser was sentenced to a whole life term of imprisonment at Bradford
Graphic designers and merchandising experts are being sought to help with Keighley’s Tour de France activities. The Worth the Tour group is seeking community-minded ‘collaborative creatives’ for its upcoming projects. Worth the Tour, a collective
A bike shop owned by a Cullingworth couple is going from strength to strength. Paul and Sandra Cor-coran are celebrating 14 years at Pennine Cycles, and have never been as busy. Activities are also building as the countdown to the Tour de France
A Cross Roads-based charity has launched the first in a series of guides aimed at dispelling common myths about cats to curb unwanted breeding and improve animal welfare. Yorkshire Cat Rescue devised Myths About Matings in response to last year
A Keighley vets is hopping with delight after receiving a coveted accreditation. Keighley Vets4Pets has been added to a list of UK rabbit-friendly veterinary practices. The surgery had to meet standards set by the Rabbit Welfare Association &
A soup kitchen operating in Keighley town centre once a week has served more than 2,000 meals in the past ten months. Intouch Foundation, which helps needy and deprived people from a temporary base in Church Green on Wednesday evenings, has expressed
Members of a Cross Hills weight-loss group are staging an 11-mile sponsored walk to help a young Keighley cancer sufferer. Pauline Howard, along with at least 20 members of her Slimming World group, aim to trek along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal towpath
Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has told staff at a global engineering firm based in Silsden they are part of a national recovery in manufacturing that is also showing itself in towns like Keighley. Mr Osborne was a guest of Advanced Actuators
More than £300,000 of lottery funding was invested in Keighley last year, new figures show. A total of 15 grants were awarded to groups across the district. Beneficiaries included Haworth Riding for the Disabled, which received £10,000 for
Haworth Riding for the Disabled (RDA) has taken on its first apprentice groom – and more could follow. Leonie Bradwell has been appointed through a scheme with Stubbing Court Training, which has contributed £1,500 to help meet the cost of her tuition
An application has been submitted to the Heritage Lottery Fund to held cover the £220,000 bill for vital roof repairs to an historic village building. Haworth Parish Church is fundraising to undertake the works on the north roof. Priest-in-charge
Young people in Keighley will create a special memorial as a tribute to a Craven ward councillor who died at the age of 70. Coun Michael Kelly died on February 4 after losing his battle against a long illness. Adam Craven, co-ordinator at Woodville
A sponsored walk in tribute to a Braithwaite man who died after plunging from a block of flats raised more than £700, with some proceeds still to come in. Dozens of people took part in the walk in memory of ‘Moz’ Tretton, covering a five-mile route
An Oakworth man left severely disabled after being run down by a drunk driver 14 years ago has died, aged 43. Stewart Whitaker passed away at home after a lung infection. His father and carer, 74-year-old John Whitaker, said Stewart had been
Keighley ambulance workers are poised to walk out again in a dispute about planned new shift patterns. Further strikes are being staged by Unite, which has four members at the Hard Ings Road ambulance station. The latest action is scheduled
A charity has helped buy specialist equipment for larger patients undergoing surgical procedures at Airedale Hospital. Friends of Airedale donated £8,500 to the hospital’s theatres department to buy a pair of bariatric leg supports, used to raise
New dementia-friendly wards are being created at Airedale Hospital. The £700,000 scheme has included a refurbishment of Ward 4, which has been redecorated in a way that helps prevent disorientation among patients. Stained glass windows have
Desperately-needed extra car parking spaces are being provided at Airedale Hospital. Preparation work has started on a new staff parking area, between the former nurses accommodation, and 80 additional spaces will be reserved for the public on
Campaigners are stepping up their fight to keep a specialist dementia care ward at Airedale Hospital. An action group is opposing plans to shift Ward 24 to Lynfield Mount Hospital in Bradford. Members will meet Bradford District Care Trust
People in Keighley district with an interest in growing cactus plants have been invited to attend the 2014 meetings of a local group. The Bradford branch of the British Cactus and Succulent Society, which covers Keighley, meets in Shipley Library
Organisers of Haworth’s entry in this year’s Yorkshire in Bloom contest hope the judges might be able to assess the village before the Tour de France passes though. Village resident Gill Hill said ground-level floral displays could be damaged by
A one-day woodland archaeology course will be held at Swartha Wood in Silsden. Led by John Morris from the Chiltern Woodlands Project, the course – which talks place on February 26 – includes an illustrated talk, with maps, books and other documentation
Members of Keighley’s Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association and Forest of Bradford volunteers exploited a break in the bad weather to plant hundreds of new trees. Helped by adult supervisors, some 35 children – including a few from as far afield as
An Oakworth dairy farmer has been shortlisted for an accolade in recognition of his ‘green’ credentials. Jonathan Sharp is among the finalists in an awards scheme celebrating best farming practices. The honours are the first of their kind launched
Last autumn our computer caught a virus. We had previously installed spyware but this virus had still somehow taken hold. It was really annoying and we couldn’t seem to get rid of it. A window would pop up every time we went onto e-mail. It asked us
So the economy is growing. That is good news, with new supermarkets being built and affordable homes being built – things are looking good. A further boost for the economy is the cut in wages and pay freezes, plus a massive hike in the cost
With reference to Councillor Graham Mitchell’s letter – ‘The self-appointed critics who suddenly became invisible’ (Keighley News, January 30). Cave Town Council: The Soap Opera Of Keighley continues. Is it a comedy of errors or a Rocky Horror
I was pleased to see the article about the new branch of Bradford Credit Union to open in Keighley. Credit Unions are fantastic social and economic organisations. I believe there could and should be a greater thrust to create and open more of them
My wife and I have been confused with the recycling bins in Haworth – ‘Missing bin ‘confusion’’ (Keighley News, January 30). We were on holiday at home the week the recycling bin was delivered, so did not put our recycling out early, as we normally
I was surprised to read in last week’s edition of the Keighley News that Bradford Council will, if necessary, carry out work to the damaged culvert in Sun Street as soon as it is possible within their budget priorities – ‘Call for action to end flooding
In response to Mr Horry’s concerns for safety at Merlin Top/Phoenix schools – ‘Fears for lives on busy street’ (Keighley News, February 6). I agree something must be done to safeguard children’s safety. But I’m afraid a crossing will not suffice
Re Councillor Russell Brown’s claim in last week’s Keighley News that it is insensitive of the council to fund a community development worker (CDW) for Keighley West ward – Insensitive for council to fund officer for ‘help and advice’ (February 6).
I was very sad to receive the news Brian Hudson had died – ‘Tributes to councillor’ (Keighley News, January 30). For more than 30 years, I was a member of Keighley Gala committee, and for many of those years Brian was chairman. He always had
I am writing in response to Malcolm Balmforth’s letter – ‘All schools need safety measures’ (Keighley News, January 30). I am outraged at Mr Balmforth’s comments, and wanted to state my opinions in response. Firstly, Mr Balmforth said there
It was welcome indeed to hear the words of praise for district industry from Chancellor George Osborne when he visited the area last week. His comments about the green shoots of recovery helped reinforce what many of us already know about the fantastic
Desecration of graves is an issue people find sickening and heartbreaking in equal measure. Many struggle to understand how in a so-called civilised society, anyone could stoop so low as to steal from or vandalise a person’s final resting place. Nothing
Retired Keighley dentist Sydney Lund has died at the age of 82. Mr Lund and his wife, Margaret, started their dental practice in Skipton Road in the early 1960s. Mr Lund, from Stanbury, did National Service as an RAF dental officer, and worked
A controversial planning application for 147 homes on farmland beside Airedale Hospital has been submitted to Bradford Council. Developers presented outline plans to a special public meeting last year, and have now formally registered their proposals
A Keighley arcade restored to its original Victorian grandeur will be officially reopened next week. Lord Mayor of Bradford Khadim Hussain, a Keighley Central councillor, will unveil a plaque on Wednesday marking the refurbishment of the North
At least 150 people filled a Keighley church to pay their final respects to a former town mayor and stalwart servant of the local community. They gathered in St John’s Church, Ingrow, to celebrate the life of Councillor Brian Hudson, who died last
Keighley Community Tran-sport has bought its first full-size minibus for several years. The 17-seater replaces a bus that has carried people from hundreds of groups during the past 12 years. The charity bought a new 11-seater vehicle last year
Silsden’s mayor has demanded Bradford Council directly consults residents about proposed changes to school transport subsidies. Chris Atkinson insists a consultation meeting should be held in the town to assess the views of parents, who fear losing
Temporary workers are being recruited by Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. About a dozen people are being sought for the busy summer period, when the famous five-mile line runs daily services. Roles will range from working in the booking
Two men were arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car crashed into the wall of Utley Cemetery. Police were called to the scene in Skipton Road at 2.26am on Sunday. The vehicle – a black Mercedes – was left severely damaged in the
A chance to end a rail fare anomaly that has led to traffic chaos in Steeton and Silsden must be grasped, it is claimed. Many North Yorkshire commuters drive into West Yorkshire to catch a train to take advantage of cheaper fares. But John
Plans for a new 40mph speed limit on the approach to Harden from Cullingworth have been unveiled by Bradford Council. Ward councillor Simon Cooke this week welcomed news traffic could be slowed from 60mph further away from Harden. He said the
Irresponsible parking outside schools is putting pupils’ safety at risk, it is claimed. South Craven School at Cross Hills says there have been several “near misses” due to vehicles parked around a layby at the Holme Lane entrance to the site.
You can’t see the wood for the trees at the Brown Cow in Keighley. The pub at the bottom of West Lane will host a Forest School on Tuesday evening. Customers can get involved in nature-based activities, like building dens, whittling wood or
An Oakworth resident says the verges of a scenic countryside lane are being ruined by “disgusting” quantities of litter. Martin Seager said the problem is particularly bad along Harehills Lane in Oldfield. He was prompted to highlight the issue
Planning applications received by Bradford Council include: Cross Roads – 22 Park View Avenue, demolition of single-storey side extension and conservatory and replacement with two-storey side extension – incorporating granny annex – and single-storey
Work was due to take place this week to tackle water forcing its way through road surfaces in Haworth. As reported in last week’s Keighley News, the problem in Sun Street and Cold Street has been attributed to a broken culvert. Water has been damaging
Bradford Council officials have confirmed they intend to take action to deal with chronic flooding on the outskirts of Oakworth. They have responded to concerns by residents of the hamlet of Newsholme, who have been affected by water gushing across
Water bills for Keighley householders will rise in April – but not by as much as first planned. Yorkshire Water said this week it had halved a proposed increase of 1.6 per cent over and above inflation. Average bills will now go up by £6 instead
A bid by Sutton Parish Council to buy a piece of land for the village has failed after it sold for £60,000 more than the guide price. Despite pledges of £18,000 from residents, which would have been matched by the council, it was not enough to
New fears have been voiced that a plan to cut the opening hours of the district’s tips will lead to a rise in fly-tipping. Bradford Council – which runs eight household waste-recycling centres across the district, including the Sugden End site
A persistent housebreaker who scaled a ladder to burgle the home of the Good Samaritan who had given him shelter has been jailed for 876 days. Stephen Bennett was sleeping rough and back on drugs when he targeted the property in Malsis Road, Keighley
A 32-year-old man has been cleared of attacking the landlord of a sports and social club after a jury found he acted in self defence. Tony Sherwin was acquitted last Thursday of causing Neil Cullen actual bodily harm on March 31, 2012. Mr Sherwin
Extension plans at a Keighley hairdressers have caused a clump of objections from nearby residents who fear it will become a magnet for “intimidating young men”. A barber’s shop on the corner of Skipton Road and Gale Street wants to spread out
Members of Riley Turner’s family supported each other as they bravely faced the cameras outside court after the little boy’s sadistic killer was told he would spend the rest of his life behind bars. Anwar Rosser was sentenced to a whole life term
