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Kim Leadbeater has delivered an “unmistakable message” that reckless driving in Spen Valley’s towns and villages “will not be tolerated.”

‘Unmistakable message’ sent to reckless drivers after village meeting

A teenage motorcyclist has suffered life-threatening injuries after a crash in Batley.

Teenage motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in crash

The superhero themed celebrations at Lydgate Lodge Care Home in Batley were held in support of the Alzheimer’s Society.

Superhero Day at care home celebrates 'everyday kindness' and supports charity

Ward Hill car park in Batley has been a source of frustration for residents kept awake by the 'terrible' noise of car meets. Photo: Getty Images

Residents being kept awake at night by anti-social car meets

AAC Lee Berry (left) and Elliott Sharrard-Williams (right) have been appointed by WYP.

West Yorkshire Police appoints two new high-ranking officers

The award-winning team at Nova Care.

Cleckheaton home care team ‘highly commended’ for reducing social isolation

The grounds at Batley ARLFC covered in tracks that appear to be from off-road bikes.

'Frustration' as sport pitches damaged by off-road bikes

Pictured from the left are Eric Firth, Martin Walsh, Chief Superintendent James Griffiths and Paul Ellis.

Chamber of Trade members praise police's new headquarters

Father and son, Andrew Clarkson (right) and Dale Clarkson (left), co-own a plot across from where the fire began

Allotment owners warn anti-social behaviour will drive away plot holders

Police carried out an operation to catch unsafe drivers in West Yorkshire last week

Police catch 30 drivers using undercover HGV on motorways

An eight year old girl is in a critical condition in hospital with life-threatening injures after a car fire.

Eight-year-old girl in critical condition after vehicle fire
An eight year old girl is in a critical condition
Laura Collins

Four children and a man were taken to hospital yesterday (Sunday) after the vehicle they were in exploded in Mirfield.

Four children and a man taken to hospital after Mirfield explosion

Traffic on the M62.

Carriageway reopens but some lanes remain closed on M606 following earlier crash

Michael Doherty, also known as Michael Moore, received a life sentence with a minimum term of 33 years.

Man given life sentence for murder of 'loving and vibrant' 21-year-old

Six men have been sentenced following the death of 39-year-old Shamus Hussain on July 12 2026.

Six men jailed for killing Shamus Hussain in Dewsbury

PC Lee Geary from West Yorkshire Dog Section with police dog Mason.

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after an attack on Kilpin C ourt.

Teen charged with attempted murder after double stabbing

The suspected shoplifter targeted Boots stores across Leeds, Bradford and Kirklees.

CCTV of suspected shoplifter wanted for £23,000 worth of Boots thefts

Chloe Watson Dransfield

14-year-old boy arrested over death of Chloe Watson Dransfield

Chloe Watson Dransfield's family have released moving tributes, as police make a fifth arrest in connection with her death

Teens charged with murder after 16-year-old girl stabbed to death

Chloe Watson Dransfield died in hospital on Saturday, March 28, after suffering stab wounds

Teens charged with murder after 16-year-old girl stabbed to death

A fire at the former Birkdale High School in Dewsbury on March 25 2026.

Dramatic moment flames rage and smoke pours from large Dewsbury fire

Police are appealing for witnesses following the crash in Batley.

Man dies in hospital after car hits wall and telegraph pole

Sajid Hussain appeared before Leeds Crown Court on Friday after pleading guilty to dangerous driving and failing to surrender.

Drug addict who rammed police car in high-speed chase escapes jail

Fly-tipping in Fartown - before and after.

Fines issued for fly-tipping, dog fouling and littering in Kirklees

Coroner’s are appealing to find the family of woman from Cleckheaton who has sadly died.

Coroner’s appeal to find family of woman from Cleckheaton who has died

The entrance to the Drub Lane Club. Photo: Google

Club granted licence change to host more functions despite community concerns

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Delays on M62 after it was closed eastbound near Chain Bar following crash
Drivers may face delays on the M62 following a crash earlier today (Monday).
Abigail Kellett

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Man arrested after Dewsbury councillor receives death threat

Emergency services were scrambled to Horton Street, Heckmondwike, yesterday (Tuesday).

Man sadly dies after fall down Heckmondwike banking

The incident happened at about 7.35am on Saturday, September 20, close to Nunbrook Mills on the A644 Huddersfield Road.

Van driver arrested and passenger seriously injured in Mirfield crash

The Office, Mirfield

Concerns raised as Mirfield bar makes bid to open longer

Huddersfield Town Hall.

New measures to tackle yobs rolled out across Dewsbury, Batley and Ravensthorpe

A series of failed test purchases were carried out by West Yorkshire Police and Trading Standards, with each authority able to purchase illegal cigarettes

Shop caught selling illegal cigarettes surrenders licence before council review

Ravensthorpe Off Licence.

Licence review for Dewsbury shop found selling illegal cigarettes

A father and daughter who tragically died in a house fire in Heckmondwike on Sunday have been named.

Police name father and daughter who died in tragic Heckmondwike house fire

Two men were taken to hospital after a car crashed into the Dusty Miller pub in Mirfield in the early hours of Sunday (May 18).

Two men taken to hospital after Mirfield pub crash

West YorkshirePolice are appealing for witnesses or footage following the incident which happened at approximately 10.38am yesterday (Monday, April 7) on Huddersfield Road at the junction with The Clough.

Police appeal after collision leaves cyclist with 'life-threatening' injuries

Upper Batley High School has confirmed it has sacked a member of staff “with immediate effect” over a video shared widely on social media.

Batley school confirms staff member sacked over video

Officers from West Yorkshire Police arrested a total of five people for offences linked to the drugs trade.

Watch: Police seize £1.6m worth of cannabis plants

This video shows the moment teens run through the streets of Gipton brandishing machetes

Watch: Moment gang chase after victim with machetes and handgun

A man was stabbed in the back near Dewsbury Minster on Wednesday. Photo: West Yorkshire Police

Incident: Man stabbed in back near Dewsbury Minster

The Poacher, at 122, Bradford Road in Dewsbury, has received permission to be converted into a restaurant and takeaway. Photo: Google

Former Dewsbury pub to become restaurant and takeaway

MHA Chief Executive Lee Bloomfield (third from left) joins staff in serving up the wide selection of food on offer at Christmas MELA 2024

MHA’s Christmas MELA brings community spirit to life in Keighley

Police have thanked everyone who shared their appeal

Missing Heckmondwike teen found
A Heckmondwike teenager who went missing has been found.
Adam Cheshire

The incident, which involved a white Suzuki Alto travelling towards Junction 24, occurred at about 10.15pm on Saturday, 23 November.

Police appeal for dash cam footage after vehicle crash on M62 over the weekend

Snow on Halifax Road, Todmorden. Monday, November 19.

The snow that hit West Yorkshire overnight is set to clear

Sheffield has woken up to snow this morning.

Watch: Snow coats roads and parks across UK as travel is disrupted

(Clockwise from top left) Diaz Watson Frederick, Billy Dennis Wright, Connor Leigh Walker and Kyle Snowball have been jailed.

Burglars film themselves gloating over stolen cars and jewellery

Man falls from car after clinging on after bag theft.

Watch: Have-a-go-hero falls from car after clinging on after bag theft

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M62 reopens after police deal with incident

West Yorkshire Police were called to a road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle on Brewery Lane, Dewsbury, shortly after 8.30pm last night, Monday, September 16.

Motorcyclist taken to hospital with ‘serious leg injuries’ after crash

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Police have confirmed the boys have been found "safe and well."

Missing Liversedge brothers found 'safe and well'

Police are thanking those who shared the appeal.

Missing person: Teenager has been found safe and well say police

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