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Dewsbury Rams assistant-player coach Matt Garside, second left, says the club is "looking forward" to Good Friday's clash with Newcastle Thunder. Photo by Paul Butterfield.

Rams ‘focused’ ahead of Good Friday clash with League 1 strugglers

The grand opening of new travel agent, Easy Travel Services, in Ravensthorpe.

New travel agents opens in Ravensthorpe

Here are the changes to bus services over the Easter weekend

Here are the changes to bus services over the Easter weekend

A weekly list of planning applications received by Kirklees Council. Photo: Scott Merrylees

Planning: Weekly list of applications received by council

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Cleckheaton man jailed for repeated sexual offences against teenage girl

Action from the last time Batley faced Hunslet - in the 1895 Cup group stages in February 2024. Photo by Paul Butterfield.

Bulldogs ‘guarding against relaxation’ in Good Friday clash with basement club

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Sport

Callum Camble and Harvey Roberts combine to stop Clock Face Miners. Picture: Rachel Hodgson

IN PICTURES: Thornhill Trojans in action against Clock Face Miners

Here’s a look at images from Thornhill Trojans’ home game against Clock Face Miners in Division Two of the National Conference League, as captured by Rachel Hodgson.

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John Cena is about to compete in his final WrestleMania main event this weekend - but do the bookies think he'll walk away the champ?

WWE WrestleMania 41 betting odds ahead of this weekend’s event

Ryan Toulson has been "relieved" of his management duties at Liversedge FC.

Liversedge FC looking for new manager after Ryan Toulson departs

Moorlands cricketers Harry Glew, Reggie Clayton, Fletcher Fortis and Joseph Atkin are set to play in the first U12 World Junior Cricket League.

Moorlands CC youngsters set to play in first World Junior Cricket League

Four aspiring young cricketers from Moorlands CC have been selected for an inaugural international cricket tournament co-owned by England and Yorkshire superstar Adil Rashid. (Photo from Moorlands CC)

Young Mirfield cricket stars selected for Adil Rashid’s World Junior League

Crime

The Dewsbury Neighbourhood Policing Team has pledged that more work is on the way following a day of action with partners in Dewsbury town centre last week.

Undercover police officers tackle street drinking and theft in Dewsbury

A missing man from Dewsbury has now been found.

Missing Dewsbury man found: Police thank everyone who shared the appeal

A man who stabbed and killed a mother who had "the kindest of hearts" in Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, has been jailed for life after admitting her murder.

Man jailed for murder of partner in Ravensthorpe

James Dransfield was sentenced on Tuesday, April 1 at Leeds Crown Court to five years and three months in prison for a knifepoint robbery offence.

Man jailed for knifepoint robbery in Batley

Business invited to join the fight against child abuse at the NSPCC Yorkshire Business Network launch event.

Business invited to join the fight against child abuse at network launch event

Officers from Wakefield District Safeguarding team are seeking information about the whereabouts of Alexander Julien, 33, from Castleford.

'Extensive enquiries' underway to find wanted with links to Dewsbury

What's On

Dutch Barn Vodka launches The Spirit of Comedy

Ricky Gervais launches hunt for “Britain’s second funniest person”

Dutch Barn Vodka, co-owned by comedian Ricky Gervais, has announced The Spirit of Comedy a nationwide stand-up competition set to discover the UK’s next big comedic talent.

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Music retailer HMV are forecasting that summer 2025 will be dominated by K-Pop acts such as ENHYPHEN, NewJeans and BTS' Jin - who has announced his second album this week.

K-Pop tipped by UK retailer to dominate this summer's music scene

Don't miss performances by Green Day, Lady Gaga, Travis Scott or Charli XCX (and maybe a glimpse of Julia) as the second weekend of Coachella 2025 draws closer.

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Looking at clearing out your wardrobe in 2025? Don't be too quick to throw away some of those old band shirts - they could be worth something.

The 13 most valuable vintage band t-shirts in 2025, according to Eil

Take a look a the rumoured Celebrity Apprentice line-up and how likely the stars are to win.

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St John Ambulance has issued choking advice for children under 12 months old.

Easter first aid advice for children over 12 months old from St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance has issued choking advice for children under 12 months old.

Easter first aid advice for children over 12 months old from St John Ambulance

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Health

The Easter holidays will impact the opening hours of your doctor's surgery.

Are GPs open over the Easter weekend? What to do if you get sick

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Get in the Easter spirit with a baker's dozen.

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