Kirklees news

• Takeaway could lose licence after same illegal worker caught twice

  14-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Home Office has raised concerns of illegal working at a Barnsley takeaway
  
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• Mum and son shoplifters jailed as part of major crackdown in Doncaster area

  16-08-2026 13:40 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The police said shoplifting offences in the Thorne and Moorends area reduced by 65 percent
  
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• 'I won't tell' - Paedo's 'repulsive and revolting' messages to 'girl', 13

  16-08-2026 13:33 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Simon Clayden, a convicted sex offender, has landed himself in trouble again
  
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• Murder investigation launched in Wakefield after man bitten by dog

  16-08-2026 13:07 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Police searching for two people - one called Sophie - who helped injured man
  
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• Decaying abandoned UK theme park to reopen for one off event

  16-08-2026 12:03 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The theme park closed its gates for good in 2012, but the site is set to reopen for a very different experience
  
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• Center Parcs 'exciting improvements' works begins at Sherwood Forest resort

  16-08-2026 10:22 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Work at the site will get underway in September
  
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• How to get rid of silverfish using 22p trick to deter an invasion

  16-08-2026 10:13 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Silverfish are most active in August and are likely to invade homes
  
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• DWP confirms 18 blood conditions that may qualify for £748 monthly PIP payment

  16-08-2026 09:13 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The DWP has confirmed the full list of 18 blood conditions
  
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• Barnsley murder probe as man, 62, dies with walking trail sealed off and two other cordons in place

  16-08-2026 09:06 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Man was first reported missing and then found dead
  
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• I tried two cheap DIY fruit fly traps and one was a clear winner

  16-08-2026 09:01 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Warmer temperatures and fruit ripening at a faster rate can quickly lead to an infestation of fruit flies
  
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• Citizens Advice explains getting help with rent if you're struggling to pay

  16-08-2026 08:08 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Rent assistance options could reduce the pressure on struggling renters
  
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• MH370 pilot's final five words before flight vanished with 239 aboard

  16-08-2026 08:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 in 2014 remains one of the greatest mysteries in aviation history, with the Boeing 777 vanishing without a trace with 239 people on board
  
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• Yorkshire emergency RNLI crew launched to hunt for three missing kids

  16-08-2026 07:56 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Volunteer lifeboat crew deployed to help search
  
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• Andy Burnham new UK rule would mean 3 penalty points for drivers and up to £500 fine

  16-08-2026 07:43 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport is consulting on potential changes to rules that could see drivers in England receive 3 penalty points
  
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• Whitby on the Yorkshire Coast in 14 beautiful pictures

  16-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The town attracts tourists in from all over with its stunning vistas
  
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• Residents 'supportive' of ex-councillor who quit months after ousting leader

  16-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Andy Davies resigned within three months of winning his election
  
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• Halifax's beautiful century-old market where you can find everything you need

  16-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Halifax Borough Market recently celebrated its 130th anniversary
  
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• Death notices and funeral announcements from Huddersfield Examiner this week

  16-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
  
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• All the pleas to Kirklees Council this week - including next steps to 'dystopian nightmare' build

  16-08-2026 05:00 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Residents previously described living near the Cleckheaton development like "living in a dystopian nightmare"
  
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• Over 5 million households could get £150 energy bill boost - full list

  16-08-2026 04:30 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The boost is worth £150 off an electricity bill
  
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• What UK residents can ask suppliers for if in energy bill debt

  16-08-2026 03:09 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Ofgem has reminded households struggling with energy bill debt that they still have rights and protections
  
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• Royal Mail issues reminder to anyone writing addresses by hand

  15-08-2026 21:14 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Royal Mail has issued a reminder as it can impact delivery
  
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• UK heatwave forecast for September 2026 as Met Office warns of 'late season hot spells'

  15-08-2026 20:25 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has issued its latest long-range forecast for the UK and there could be more above-average temperatures
  
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• UK product recalls as items pulled from Home Bargains, Asda, Morrisons, B&Q, Next and Amazon

  15-08-2026 17:27 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  One product could cause flu-like symptoms and meningitis
  
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• Yorkshire Vet favourites break down in tears after tough decision 'can't bear it'

  15-08-2026 17:05 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The Yorkshire Vet stars Steve and Jean Green became emotional as they looked back on a heartbreaking moment
  
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• 'I cry everyday' - mum of teen who drowned in Rother Valley Country Park speaks out

  15-08-2026 16:30 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Muhammad Secka died after entering the water
  
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• Teenage boy arrested after reported rape in Wakefield

  15-08-2026 16:19 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The rape is reported to have taken place on Forge Lane in Wakefield
  
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• Pregnant dogs kept in cold squalid conditions outside with no water, bedding and covered in poo

  15-08-2026 16:17 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  Sheffield man Nicholas Fox has been banned from keeping animals for seven years
  
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• Key September update for PIP changes as DWP considers report

  15-08-2026 16:14 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  A massive report is looking at PIPs after a review found disability benefits are 'no longer fit for purpose'
  
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• Pair kidnapped, stripped and beat man before making him film ransom video

  15-08-2026 14:46 via examinerlive.co.uk
  
  The terrified victim's eyes and mouth were covered with tape and his hands and feet were restrained with cable ties
  
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