Kirklees news

• Leeds man suffers heart attack on Ryanair flight to Tenerife as passengers rush to help

  05-09-2026 11:01 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The passenger collapsed while returning to his seat following a visit to the lavatories at the rear of the aircraft
  
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• Woman walks free after XL Bully mauls her teen cousin to death

  05-09-2026 14:06 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Kelcie Reed, 24, was handed an 18-week prison sentence, suspended for 18 months, at Bristol Crown Court after admitting being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control, causing the death of her cousin Morgan Dorsett, 19
  
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• Hordes of balaclava-clad protesters block roads near major UK port as they're branded 'idiots'

  05-09-2026 13:20 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of protesters dressed entirely in black and wearing balaclavas were seen marching along major roads and occupying a roundabout near the Port of Dover in Kent this morning
  
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• Man shot and left in Yorkshire woodland named and pictured

  05-09-2026 13:16 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder
  
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• Police hunt for certain item after man found shot dead in Yorkshire woodland

  05-09-2026 11:42 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A murder investigation has been launched
  
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• Parents urged to get free test for children over 'bad behaviour'

  05-09-2026 11:24 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A consultant says there may be a very simple medical explanation
  
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• 82 suspects caught out by Live Facial Recognition cameras in West Yorkshire

  05-09-2026 10:32 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Faces that match a biometric watchlist will create an alert
  
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• Ice cream shop owners lure workers to store for bizarre blackmail attack

  05-09-2026 10:30 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Akhtar brothers forced the men to transfer money to them.
  
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• Dewsbury home raided as police issue statement

  05-09-2026 10:02 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The force has urged anyone who sees it to come forward
  
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• Man cries for help in bushes before performing 'lewd act' near Sheffield Children’s Hospital

  05-09-2026 09:59 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  He shouted for help from the bushes to draw in his victim
  
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• Man found dead in Barnsley home as police quiz murder suspect - statement

  05-09-2026 09:28 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
  
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• Sex attacker leaves woman 'less than human' before she flees own home for help

  05-09-2026 09:22 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Matthew Thomas Banks has been sentenced for his crimes.
  
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• Yorkshire prison officer who told inmate 'I'm praying to have your babies' celebrates early release

  05-09-2026 09:20 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Charlotte Winstanley completed six months of a two-and-a-half year sentence after she pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office regarding her relationship with Jabhari Blair, 30
  
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• 24 Hours in Police Custody fans 'never again' rant after Channel 4 update

  05-09-2026 09:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Fans of Channel 4's true crime hit 24 Hours in Police Custody shared the same complaint following an update from the broadcaster
  
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• Vet's warning as horses die across UK from illness linked to weather

  05-09-2026 08:51 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Experts say it is not uncommon to see multiple horses affected on the same premises
  
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• Full list of people who don't have to pay for a TV licence under Andy Burnham

  05-09-2026 08:43 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The TV licence has been increased to £180 a year, but there are still various exemptions, discounts and allowances open to allow people to get a free or cheap TV licence
  
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• James Martin says ‘it’s getting b****y hard’ as he shares emotional update on restaurants

  05-09-2026 08:30 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Celebrity chefs are not immune to the economic pressures facing restaurants in recent years, and James Martin has been speaking openly about the impact of the ongoing challenges
  
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• Andy Burnham student loan update as system 'broken and unfair'

  05-09-2026 08:26 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Charges have risen 879% since they were introduced
  
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• Park ranger's final moments as he was trampled to death by elephant

  05-09-2026 08:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Mark Lautenbach, 33, was a senior safari ranger and wildlife photographer who tragically died after being trampled by a six-tonne bull elephant that had broken into a lodge at Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa
  
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• Historic Yorkshire town with independent shops and weekly market - not Hebden Bridge or Haworth

  05-09-2026 08:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Many walkers and cyclists simply pass through this town, but what they don't realise is it's the perfect place to rest your legs and explore some traditional Yorkshire culture
  
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• Dad's horror as he heard daughter mauled to death by bear during phone call

  05-09-2026 08:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A woman was attacked by a bear as she talked on the phone with her father from a remote cabin
  
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• 'Outstanding' cottage in pretty Yorkshire village guests say made their trip 'memorable'

  05-09-2026 07:41 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  'The cottage is a good base to explore the surrounding areas, and has everything you need to have a good holiday'
  
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• Nurse says 'don't ignore' key symptoms if you're ever stung by a wasp or bee

  05-09-2026 05:12 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A nurse has shared the bee sting symptoms UK residents should never ignore after a wasp or bee sting, explaining how to spot a serious allergic reaction — and when to seek urgent medical help
  
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• 'I'm a blind Yorkshire comedian and I loved being bullied at school'

  05-09-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  David Eagle has spoken out about having to develop a thick skin growing up
  
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• Holmfirth shopkeepers fear £10mil carpark scheme 'ruined' business

  05-09-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The completion of a new transport scheme in Holmfirth town centre was announced last week
  
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• Halifax Piece Hall traders on what it's really like running a business there

  05-09-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  As well as hosting brilliant concerts, the Halifax Piece Hall also hosts a number of independent businesses
  
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• 9 of the best pram-friendly walks in West Yorkshire

  05-09-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  From easy lakeside strolls to leafy parks, these West Yorkshire walks are perfect for getting out with a pram
  
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• 27 Scarborough Open Air Theatre photos perfectly capturing the summer fun as four dream acts teased for 2027

  05-09-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Scarborough Open Air Theatre welcomed thousads of people to enjoy some of music's best-loved acts during a record-breaking summer
  
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• She was left to rot by her sister surrounded by flies before her tragic death

  04-09-2026 22:30 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Kelly Neill died in awful conditions
  
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• Poignant pictures as mourners grieve 23-year-old killed in A66 crash

  04-09-2026 20:48 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Jakub Matusiak, also known as Jacob, was one of five young men killed when the car they were in crashed with a marked police car. Two police officers were also killed in the A66 crash.
  
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