Kirklees news

• Sheffield music greats surprise customers at popular restaurant

  20-08-2026 09:51 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The two enjoyed a meal at a popular Sheffield spot
  
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• Andy Burnham government considers GCSE resit rule change for certain students

  20-08-2026 10:48 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Andy Burnham government is considering changing the GCSE resits policy in England
  
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• Couples missing out on little-known £720 HMRC rule

  20-08-2026 10:43 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A personal finance expert says it is 'particularly easy for couples to overlook'
  
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• Julian Norton's Skeldale departure explained and where Yorkshire vet is now

  20-08-2026 10:26 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Yorkshire Vet is back on Channel 5 and fans will remember a number of inspirational surgeons including Julian Norton.
  
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• 'Best in the country' Yorkshire chippy set to close in 'end of an era'

  20-08-2026 10:20 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Many customers have been shocked by the announcement
  
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• 'Wonderful' Yorkshire Channel 5 series hailed a 'breath of fresh air' returns

  20-08-2026 10:10 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  An "absolutely loved" series is making a comeback with its best-loved characters returning to Channel 5 tonight.
  
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• Travelodge boss quits after guest sexually assaulted in hotel by man who was given keycard to room

  20-08-2026 09:57 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  In 2022 a guest at a Travelodge in Maidenhead was sexually assaulted by a man who had been given a key card to her room
  
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• DWP update on who is eligible for up to £300 Winter Fuel Payment in 2026/27

  20-08-2026 09:51 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The DWP has confirmed eligibility for payments between £100 and £300 to help cover heating bills
  
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• Young man, 22, found dead in prison cell just 10 days after being moved

  20-08-2026 09:37 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Dylan Woodhead, 22, was found dead in his cell at HMP Hindley in Bickershaw, near Wigan, after being transferred from HMP Forest Bank just 10 days earlier
  
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• Sunday deadline for DWP £150 cost of living discounts for millions on 4 benefits

  20-08-2026 09:33 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  This follows the immediate action taken by the Prime Minister to remove VAT from domestic electricity bills
  
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• GCSE Results Day LIVE Yorkshire updates as nervy students await grades

  20-08-2026 09:11 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Results Day live from Yorkshire schools as students await grades
  
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• Queen Camilla braves rain to attend York Racecourse for Ebor Festival

  20-08-2026 09:01 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Queen was announced as 'the most welcome visitor here at York today' as she arrived at the North Yorkshire venue
  
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• DWP confirms 5 rules for getting £300 Winter Fuel Payment in 2026

  20-08-2026 08:56 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions has outlined the five essential rules for receiving the £300 Winter Fuel Payment this winter
  
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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle move back to UK as kids 'enrolled' at new school

  20-08-2026 08:34 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly set to move back to the UK at the end of August
  
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• Yorkshire Vet icon issues update after show favourite given weeks to live

  20-08-2026 08:05 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: The Yorkshire Vet returned to Channel 5 last week with a very emotional special
  
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• Pilot's 'harrowing' last words before crash plunged to earth and killed 520

  20-08-2026 08:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Japan Airlines Flight 123's cockpit voice recorder captured the pilot's desperate final words before the 1985 crash near Tokyo — the deadliest single-aircraft disaster in aviation history, killing 520 people
  
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• Mum found in snake's stomach after huge 20 foot beast swallowed her whole

  20-08-2026 08:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Farida, 50, from Indonesia, was heading through the woods to sell produce at a local market when she was attacked by a 20-foot python and swallowed whole. Villagers discovered her body inside the snake after a search party was formed
  
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• Shoplifter targeted Huddersfield stores in summer crime spree

  20-08-2026 06:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Woman's five trips to Huddersfield store during June and July
  
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• Lifelong dream now a reality after magical trip on 'first ever' flight

  20-08-2026 06:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Leanne’s childhood dream comes true as she takes her first ever flight
  
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• Stupid drunk breaches order three days before expiry in 'opportunistic' crime

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  He told the court he was desperate to turn his life around.
  
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• Sheffield Women's Aid boss 'very concerned' for survivors after government alert

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Sheffield Women's Aid CEO Hollie Venn says the alert may have put those living in fear at risk - especially if they have a second, secret phone.
  
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• 'Reckless' driver 'lucky to walk free' after 'appalling' Huddersfield car chase

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Magistrates said Mohammed Hussain was 'lucky' they had to follow the "unfortunate" provisions of the Sentencing Act 2026.
  
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• 'Immature' Holmfirth driver handed ban after hitting step in 'classic scenario'

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Driver crashed on narrow road after veering to the left
  
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• Huddersfield 'home grower' tells police cannabis farm 'better than buying off every Tom, Dick and Harry'

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Self-employed construction worker Liam Lloyd has ended up in court for his idiotic plan.
  
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• Fears for rare wildlife amid plans for 130 homes near ancient woodland

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Albemarle Homes hasn't submitted an application yet - but residents are already preparing to fight.
  
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• Fear Kirklees homes will 'burn to cinders' as overhanging trees 'doom' their homes

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The plea came following a national alert that warned "even a small flame" could trigger a major wildfire
  
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• Council plans to force land sale in major Barnsley roundabout redesign

  20-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Barnsley Council is expected to be asked to support compulsory purchase powers for the proposed A635/A633 Stairfoot Improvement Scheme
  
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• Four men charged over rape and kidnap of teenage girls in Kirklees

  19-08-2026 21:34 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  West Yorkshire Police have charged four men with serious sexual offences.
  
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• Body found in car hidden in undergrowth as police call off search for missing Tracey

  19-08-2026 21:08 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Police have opened an investigation into her death
  
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• Body found after fire rips through Batley factory

  19-08-2026 20:51 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  West Yorkshire Police have issued a new statement.
  
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