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Cars destroyed in petrol bomb attack on councillor’s home

By Tony Earnshaw and David Bentley HOODED arsonists destroyed two cars outside the home of a prominent Kirklees councillor in a targeted petrol bomb attack.

Coun Masood Ahmed (Lab, Dewsbury South) says he and his family are “lucky to be alive” following the incident at 1.30am on Wednesday.

Thugs torched two vehicles belonging to his son and daughter in an attack that could be linked to his stance on criminality in the ward.

A shaken but defiant Coun

Ahmed praised police and emergency services for their prompt response and for helping secure his home on Pentland Road, Savile Town.

Police are reviewing neighbours’ CCTV and he has vowed: “They are not going to drive us out.”

Coun Ahmed, 50, fled the house with his wife, four children and two grandchildren after four men petrol-bombed a black Audi A1 and a blue Subaru Impreza, which was parked on the drive.

“I had got up and gone downstairs for a drink of water when I heard a noise,” said Coun Ahmed.

“The next moment I heard a bang and both cars were on fire.

“My kids were in their beds over-

looking the cars. My grandkids were in the next room. Everybody is shaken up and scared.”

The family managed to escape through the front door of the property and initially tried to extinguish the flames with water before firefighters arrived.

Nearby CCTV systems recorded four hooded men arriving in a darkcoloured Peugeot 207. They are carrying petrol bombs which are thrown at two cars, one on the street and another on the driveway.

Coun Ahmed said he did not know why his home had been targeted but he has had messages of support from the Mayor of Kirklees, the chief executive and much of the local community.

TERRIFYING: Two cars were torched at 1.30am in the targeted attack.

A wrecked Audi A1 was removed on Wednesday afternoon (right).

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Since the attack his two grandchildren, aged four and eight, have been moved to a relative’s house, but the rest of the family is staying put.

The substance misuse worker has been a councillor in the Dewsbury South ward for 13 years and earlier this year stood down as cabinet member for learning and aspiration to devote more time to his family, after a string of high-profile roles in the Kirklees leadership.

Coun Ahmed told The Press that about a month ago he had an altercation with a group of local criminals which may be linked to this

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Kirklees: Security tightened around key buildings and at public events

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‘These people are gutless cowards – total scumbags’ From page one

Deaths BARKER CHRISTINE On October 18, peacefully at home in Birstall, aged 71. Funeral service will take place at Dewsbury Moor Crematorium on Thursday November 7 at 11.30am.

at 11.30am.

BRAYSHAW KENNETH On October 11, peacefully in hospital following a short illness, of Heckmondwike, aged 96, husband of the late Kathleen.

Funeral service will take place at Heckmondwike United Reformed Church on Tuesday November 5

On October 17, in hospital, of Mirfield, aged 99, wife of the late Joseph. Funeral service will take place at The Moravian Church, Mirfield, on Thursday November 7 at 12.30pm.

BURNS KENNETH RICHARD On October 12, peacefully at home in Gomersal, aged 66, son of the late Annie and Bernard. In accordance with Ken’s wishes, there will be no funeral.

BARLOW KENNETH On October 17, in hospital, of Gomersal, aged 82, husband of Shirley. For funeral arrangements contact Michael Wright & Son Funeral Directors on 01274 871092.

DUNDERDALE (NEE JACKSON) BETTY

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CARMICHAEL TERENCE

On October 16, peacefully at Seacroft Grange Care Home, formerly of Heckmondwike, aged 87, husband of the late Betty.

Funeral service will take place at Butterfield House Private Chapel of Rest, Cleckheaton, on Thursday October 31 at 11am.

On October 11, suddenly and unexpectedly, of Cleckheaton, aged 72, husband of Christine.

Funeral service will take place at St. Luke’s Church, Cleckheaton, on Monday November 4 at 12.45pm.

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GREENWOOD (NEE JOHNSON) ELIZABETH

On October 15, tragically as the result of an accident, of Batley, aged 56, husband of Joan. Funeral service will take place at Dewsbury Moor Crematorium on Tuesday November 5 at 9.30am.

On October 21, at home in Ossett, aged 80, wife of Sam. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Joseph’s RC Church, Batley Carr, on Tuesday November 5 at 11am.

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On October 14, peacefully at Pinderfields Hospital, of Liversedge, aged 81, wife of James. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Mary of the Angel’s RC Church, Batley, on Monday October 28 at 10am.

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On October 16, peacefully

in her sleep, of Batley, aged 77, wife of the late Reggie. Funeral service will take place at Dewsbury Moor Crematorium on Tuesday November 5 at 11.30am.

LOCKWOOD JEAN On October 20, peacefully at Leeds General Infirmary, of Mirfield, aged 66, mum of Paul. Funeral service will take place at Dewsbury Moor Crematorium on Friday November 1 at 9.30am.

MACLAREN (NEE WAINWRIGHT) SHEILA On October 22, of Mirfield, aged 88, mother of Neil, Sheena, Andrea, Ian, Andrew and the late Tracey. Funeral service will take place at Dewsbury Moor Crematorium on Tuesday October 26 at 9.30am.

LISTER (NEE BREWER) KATHLEEN On October 20, peacefully at home, of Mirfield, formerly of Thornhill Lees, aged 82, wife of the late Eric.

Funeral service will take place at St Saviour’s Church, Ravensthorpe, on Wednesday November 6 at 2pm.

RENSHAW OLIVE On October 16, peacefully in hospital, of Birstall, aged 82. Funeral service will take place at Dewsbury Moor Crematorium on Wednesday November 6 at 12.30pm.

RILEY MARGARET On October 13, peacefully at Lydgate Lodge Residential Home, of Batley, aged 84, wife of the late Granville. Funeral service will take place at Cottingley Hall Crematorium on Monday October 28 at 12.20pm.

STANDEVEN JOEL ROY On October 16, at home in Mirfield, aged 93, husband of June. A private family interment will take place at Rose Hill Burial Ground, Huddersfield, on Tuesday October 29.

WHITE ROBERT On October 13, peacefully in hospital, of Heckmondwike, formerly of Mirfield, aged 73, husband of Brenda. Funeral service will take place at Huddersfield Crematorium on Friday November 1 at 2pm.

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He said: “I am a prominent figure in the area, but it is not some disgruntled resident fed up of parking charges or dog fouling.

“A few weeks ago I had a run-in with some known individuals involved in illegal activity and I told them to move on and that they were not above the law.

“These sort of people cannot take the law into their own hands – this is not the Bronx.

“I have lived here for 45 years and have not had so much as a scratch on my car, but this is most definitely a targeted attack on me and my family.

“These people are gutless cowards – total scumbags.”

Coun Ahmed has said he will remain in his home with the support of the police and fire service.

“We are lucky to be alive,” he added. “It could have been a lot worse. I keep thinking, ‘What if’?’

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“They have fitted alarms and have sealed my letterbox. The police are observing the property and doing door-to-door inquiries.

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West Yorkshire Police confirmed it is investigating two car fires on Pentland Road.

Officers have been conducting house-to-house enquiries in the area and examining CCTV. Anyone who witnessed the incident or saw anything suspicious is asked to contact the police via 101 quoting crime reference number 13190544179.

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Council chief orders heightened vigilance

By Tony Earnshaw Local Democracy Reporter

bers advising how they can take better personal precautions in the wake of the attack on Coun Ahmed.

She has also asked officers to SECURITY will be tightened up implement heightened vigilance around key buildings and at events in Kirklees following a and security at key council buildpetrol bomb attack on a council- ings and for key events.

Ms Gedman wrote: “You may lor’s home.

Kirklees Council reacted be aware of recent incidents quickly to the targeted fire-bomb- relating to personal safety.

“I understand how these can ing in Dewsbury of cars belonging to Labour member Masood be frightening and I want to send Ahmed in the early hours of this email to give you some assurance of action that the Wednesday.

The incident is being investi- council is taking, and to also provide you with information that gated by West Yorkshire Police.

Now council chief executive can help you take appropriate Jacqui Gedman has written to all personal precautions.”

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Call to ban HGVs after 12th house collision Driver failed to stop after hitting building and Mercedes

By Connor Teale A LORRY smashed into the side of a house and damaged a Mercedes car when the driver attempted a near-impossible turn in Upper Hopton.

In the latest of a spate of similar incidents in Mirfield, a 44-tonne wagon attempted to make the left turn onto Hopton Lane from North Gate on Monday.

But the driver could not complete the manoeuvre safely and smashed into the side of a home owned by Chris Dodsly.

The articulated lorry then collided with a Mercedes car, shunting it forwards 10 feet into a hedge.

The driver didn’t stop to assess the damage and was confronted by the homeowner when he caught up with him at a nearby industrial park.

The incident is the 12th in recent years and

comes just months after Mr Dodsly’s home was hit by another lorry attempting the same turn.

It is thought that two industrial parks in Lower Hopton are attracting increasing numbers of large goods vehicles, exacerbating the problem.

With no way for the lorries to access the site through Mirfield, due to low rail bridges, drivers are being forced to navigate roads through semirural Upper Hopton.

In a bid to tackle the issue Kirklees Council recently introduced new road laws banning any vehicle over 7.5 tonnes from using the North Gate road.

The driver of the lorry, which belongs to manufacturing company Polypipe, reportedly claimed that he was unaware of the damage and blamed his sat-nav for sending him down

the restricted route.

Mr Dodsly is now calling for a blanket ban of HGVs on the road and has reported the driver to the police for driving without due care and attention and leaving the scene of an accident.

He said: “We are absolutely sick of this – companies should be forced to use smaller vehicles if they want to access Lower Hopton.”

A spokesperson for the company said: “Polypipe is aware of an incident involving one of our vehicles that occurred in Mirfield on Monday.

“We have launched a thorough investigation and will take appropriate action once that is complete. The safety of our colleagues and of members of the community is our number one priority.”

Warning signs – but lorry still hit Mr Dodsly’s house

Council leader ‘impressed’ by visit

KIRKLEES Council Leader Shabir Pandor visited wards at Dewsbury & District Hospital on Monday.

Coun Pandor (Lab, Batley West) enjoyed a tour of the Children’s A&E and Frailty units alongside the chairman and chief executive of the Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust.

He said: “I know that the Trust has been through some difficult times but it was good to hear first-hand from the staff about the improvements to both patient care and to staff morale. I was impressed at the work being carried out and the focus on the experience of patients.”

Batley & Spen is a lottery loser BATLEY & Spen is consistently missing out on National Lottery funding, analysis from the Labour Party suggests.

Since 2013, local groups and charities in the area have received only £2.5million of lottery funding, placing it in the bottom 100 of all 650 UK parliamentary constituencies.

Batley & Spen was the only local constituency in the bot-

tom 100.

Annually, more than £600million of funding is granted to communities across the UK. The analysis by the Labour Party identified the 100 constituencies that received the least amount of lottery funding between 2013/14 and 2017/18.

Figures refer to the constituency where the charity or group applying is based and not necessarily where its

work is carried out.

Tom Watson MP, Labour’s Shadow Culture Secretary, said: “For far too long there has been widespread concern that funding distribution is unfair.

“Areas that buy the bulk of national lottery tickets, like our industrial towns and coalfield communities, feel that they don’t get their fair share of lottery money for good causes in return.”

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News In Brief Man charged after multiple stabbing NORTH KIRKLEES: A 29-year-old man from Batley has been charged following a stabbing in the early hours of Sunday morning.

James Renshaw, of Enfield Drive, appeared at Leeds Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning after the 4am incident at a house on Ouzelwell Crescent in Thornhill Lees.

A 27-year-old man was seen staggering from house to house after being stabbed multiple times. He was taken to hospital but his injuries aren’t thought to be life-threatening.

Renshaw was charged with S18 wounding and possession of a knife. He was remanded into custody until Tuesday November 19.

Drug charge ‘shame’ RAVENSTHORPE: A Muslim man has ‘brought shame on his community’ after being found guilty of drug driving, a court was told.

Mohammed Hussain, 20, was stopped by police on Church Lane in Thornhill, after trying to cover his face as officers passed him on June 10. A blood test showed him more than double the legal limit for cannabis.

Solicitor Daniel Metcalfe said: “Being a Muslim, it’s going to cause him difficulties in the local community, particularly his local mosque.” Hussain, of The Crescent in Ravensthorpe, was banned for 12 months, fined £120, £85 court costs and a £30 victim surcharge.

Turn back the time NORTH KIRKLEES: British Summer Time ends at 2am on Sunday October 27 and your clocks should be set back an hour, giving you an extra hour in bed.

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News In Brief Cops’ ‘finger’ insult lands man in jail DEWSBURY: A reckless driver who led police on an eight-minute chase after sticking his middle finger up at officers has been jailed.

Azad Nazir, of Pyrah Street in Dewsbury, had been drinking vodka in a park before the incident on July 21.

Leeds Crown Court heard that Nazir drove past officers on Halifax Road, made the gesture, and then accelerated away when they attempted to pull him over.

He drove between 40-60mph while doing laps of a residential area, before abandoning his vehicle and fleeing.

When officers arrested him, a sample of breath showed the 37-year-old was almost double the legal drink-drive limit.

Nazir, who has four previous convictions for five offences, pleaded guilty to failing to stop and driving over the prescribed limit. He was locked up for six months.

Stolen goods haul BIRSTALL: Police officers discovered a haul of stolen items at a house on Cambridge Road. The Batley & Spen Neighbourhood Policing Team searched the address on Sunday October 20 and recovered a large number of items stolen from burglaries committed in Birstall and Birkenshaw, including bikes and garden equipment.

A spokesman for the NPT said: “Sheds are currently a big target, usually offering big ticket items with low security. As such we recommend taking appropriate security measures to protect your items.”

BATLEY folk got together to spruce up the town’s railway station last week.

The Friends of Batley Station group teamed up with Birstallbased paint company PPG on Friday to give the iconic wall mural at the station some TLC. The mural, which depicts various Batley landmarks, was painted four years ago as part of a community project by PPG – and they were on hand to give volunteers instructions on how to keep it looking fresh.

Coun Gwen Lowe, chairwoman of FOBS, said: “Many hands made light work and everyone had great fun bringing the mural back to full health. The reward for all the hard work was a Friday fish-and-chip lunch!”

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The crowds came out in 2018 in Dewsbury town centre – but this year’s lights need a public boost

‘Bad blood’ ended with car attack A PEDESTRIAN threw a shop sign through a car’s window after an argument with the driver in Ravensthorpe.

The incident, on March 30, began after Rashid Ditta mumbled something to the victim as he walked past him on Huddersfield Road.

Kirklees magistrates heard that the victim, Saqab Yacoob, retaliated to the comment with: “What the f**k are you saying?”

A confrontation ensued between the pair, with both men throwing punches, but neither landed a blow.

The men were separated by a member of the public and Mr Yacoob got back into his car and drove away.

Ditta followed the victim’s car and kicked the rear of his vehicle while he was stationary in traffic.

He then caught up with the car at a red light further up the road and threw a shop sign through the back window, smashing it.

Magistrates heard that there was a history of bad blood between their two families.

They ordered a full report before sentencing Ditta, of Northstead in Ravensthorpe, on November 13.

He was granted conditional bail in the meantime.

ORGANISERS in Dewsbury still have a long way to go if they’re going to put on a festive lights event in the town centre.

The Dewsbury Partnership community group need to raise over £10,000 if they are to deliver the annual Christmas Lights switchon – but so far only £220 has been pledged.

The group is calling on individuals and businesses to help fund the lights and put on traditional festive activities.

Group chairman Bruce Bird said: “If 2,000 people pledged £5 each or 1,000 pledge £10 then we can hit the target by the closing date of December 2.

“At the price of two hours of family enter-

tainment we think that’s good value.

“It’s important that we find a new way of delivering this traditional event by which the whole community can show the pride they have in their town.”

The group’s online appeal has now gone live at spacehive.com/ dewsburylights, and people have until December 2 to donate.

Mr Bird said the future of Christmas events in the town centre had been uncertain in recent years. “With limited funding, the council and other organisations have struggled to find a way to deliver these events,” he added.

He also reassured people who pledge money that they will only pay up if the whole amount is raised. “That is why

we are appealing directly to the people of Dewsbury to pledge their support. The council will provide grant money, but only if they see substantial support from the community.”

Mayor of Kirklees Coun Mumtaz Hussain commented: “As a councillor for Dewsbury West I’m really pleased to see a community group taking responsibility for this event that is so important for the whole town.

“Local ward councillors have already confirmed contributions from ward funds and the main council is ready to match the funding raised by the community.

“The council is ready with support – we just need to see that the community really gets behind this event.”

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CHILDREN at Whitelee Playgroup in Heckmondwike celebrated Halloween early this year. The youngsters dressed up in their scary costumes on Tuesday.

Spaces are currently available for children aged, two, three and four years old at the charity playgroup on Leeds Old Road.

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News In Brief Dog mess ding-dong

MORE than 600 pupils in Batley wore something pink to raise money for the Breast Cancer Now charity.

Youngsters and staff from Upper Batley High School donated £1

each and wore a pink item of clothing last Friday to show their support for the national campaign Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Organised by PE teacher Zaheer Jaffary, students and staff dis-

cussed the topic of breast cancer and finished the day with a badminton tournament, raising over £600 in the process.

Meanwhile, year seven pupils took part in a five-a-side football

tournament for the Show Racism the Red Card campaign.

They were joined by Batley & Spen MP Tracy Brabin, who also led an assembly about tackling racism in society.

Battle for Red House

By Tony Earnshaw Local Democracy Reporter SELLING off the former Red House Museum “is not a done deal”.

Kirklees Council says “conversations are ongoing” over the future of the site in Gomersal following enquiries from what it describes as “interested parties”.

And campaigners fighting to stop parts of the site from being turned into housing have been assured that no final decision will be taken until all potential opportunities to retain the building have been exhausted.

Campaigners presented a petition in Huddersfield calling for the museum to be given over to the Red House Heritage Group.

Kirklees Council closed Red House almost three years ago after Government funding cuts. It turned down three asset transfer requests and announced in September this year that the building and grounds were to be put on the market.

In an impassioned address Caroline Goodwill exhorted councillors to stand up for people who had signed the petition.

She said: “We are not expecting you to reopen Red House but we the Red House Heritage Group wish to take it over in some form or another and work with Kirklees to save and develop this wonderful heritage resource.”

She referred to the 17th century house as “a perfect time capsule” that demonstrated how the Industrial Revolution had happened and underlined the importance of the wool trade

Schedule for acts of remembrance A NUMBER of services are being held across the district on Remembrance Sunday (Nov 10).

In Batley a procession will assemble in the market place from 10.15am before marching to the war memorial for a service at 10.55am.

The procession will then reform in Cambridge Street and return to the town hall where refreshments will be served.

In Birstall there will be a procession from Carr Street and Market Street at 2pm for a service at St Peter’s Church at 2.20pm.

Dewsbury will see a parade from the town hall to the Minster at 10.10am, before a service which will finish at 11.30am.

A short dedication is taking place at Birkenshaw war memorial at 9.30am, before a parade through the village to the cenotaph on South View Road, East Bierley, where there’ll be an act of remembrance at 10.40am.

In Heckmondwike, there is a service at the memorial in Green Park at 12 noon.

The Mirfield parade sets off at 2pm from Lowlands Road, via Station Road and Huddersfield Road to the war memorial in Ings Grove Park. Refreshments will be served at Mirfield Fire Station, the Constitutional Club and the Old Colonial on Dunbottle Lane.

In Cleckheaton, a procession starts outside the town hall at 2.30pm and heads to the Memorial park to lay wreaths and then on to St John’s Church for a service at 3pm.

Petition and pleas to council, as Kirklees pledges to explore all options to the borough.

She also underlined Red House’s connections to Charlotte Bronte, calling it the second most important Bronte site globally after the family parsonage in Haworth.

She added: “Would another five or six hous-

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Coun Graham Turner said the decision to close Red House had been very difficult.

Three applications for a community asset transfer missed the relevant criteria – one by just a single point. All were rejected.

But Coun Turner pledged: “I will promise you this evening that we will not sell the building until we have exhausted all the potential opportunities to either retain the building without a large subsidy or complete a successful asset transfer, or by it being taken over by an alternative charity or public body. Any positive outcome can only be achieved if any interested parties talk to us.”

THORNHILL: A dog owner smashed a woman’s phone when she began filming him for failing to remove his pet’s mess.

Kirklees magistrates heard the victim had repeatedly challenged Terence Woodcock for not clearing up after his dog at Overthorpe Park in Thornhill.

The row came to a head on August 3 when the woman approached Woodcock, of Cross Road, and filmed him on her mobile phone.

The court heard the 55-year-old became “irate” and snatched the mobile from her, throwing it on the pavement and smashing the screen. Woodcock was handed a 12month conditional discharge and ordered to pay the victim £100 compensation plus a £20 victim surcharge.

Braving the shave BATLEY: Three local women have committed to getting their locks chopped for charity.

Tracey Gunn, Susan Woods and Geraldine Laycock will brave the shave on November 2 to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

A collection box is at Reflections Hair and Beauty, on Commercial Street, and raffle tickets are also on sale inside the salon.

Lunch anniversary HANGING HEATON: The local Luncheon Club celebrated its 20th anniversary on Tuesday.

The over-60s club, founded in 1999, runs every Tuesday throughout the year. Members enjoy a three-course meal, for just £3.50.

The club is currently appealing for more volunteers and would welcome more visitors – anyone interested should contact Sandra Barnes on 07950 349916.

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News trends tell their own story ’VE just had a quick glance over our last few editions of The Press, as we prepare to launch a brand new edition of the newspaper into neighbouring Morley and district.

Today’s shocking petrol bomb attack on Coun Masood Ahmed’s family must have terrified – and terrorised – those close-knit families in Savile Town, just yards from the Markazi mosque.

Hopefully the mosque’s proliferation of CCTV cameras can assist police in identifying the culprits.

Last week’s front page was crazy taxi driver killer Yasir Qadoos; the week before a billion-pound drug bust – that’s a lot of wacky baccy – featured Vojtech Dano and Ivan Turtak from the Flatts area of Dewsbury. Somehow,

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HEADLINES: Our front pages in recent weeks I doubt they were born up in the Ridings building at Dewsbury District Hospital.

To start October, Batley’s Faisal Khan got banged up for trying to smuggle 850,000 quid across the Channel.

My, that’s an awful lot of

£4.99 car washes, or cashbought takeaways if you can’t put them through your normal bank account (and out of interest, last week I stood in line at my bank in Dewsbury where a young chap was depositing fist-sized

bundles of £10 and £20 notes – what businesses generate those levels of cash these days, I wonder…?)

And as Khan was starting his six-year money laundering sentence on p1 of October 4, in that space on September 27, a Dewsbury man, Mohammed Tahir Ayaz, was reported as residing in a Pakistani jail cell after trying to smuggle £2m of heroin into the UK. Like you do.

My, how Dewsbury and Batley have changed since my dim and distant youth – and I suspect that’s rather an understatement.

I don’t think I need to expand on that theme particularly, but I suspect the front pages of our Morley & District Press might feature a somewhat different news demographic. We shall see, because as ever in this job, the driving agenda – the only agenda – is to follow the news where it leads, without fear or favour.

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They merged some years ago, under their recently bankrupt Johnston Press parent group, and even the combined paper died a death early this summer.

I hadn’t been to Morley for years until invited to a meeting of people from both politics, business and sport, who wanted us to start including Morley news in The Press.

After all, the old Morley ‘borough’ has more than 60,000 residents, and all they have left is the Yorkshire Evening Post, which now sells a pathetic 7,000-odd copies across a circulation area of millions of people.

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Groundhog Day, over and over ON’T ask me what’s next in the Brexit fiasco, because all I can say is that nothing has changed, not since June 24th 2016 when the referendum verdict stopped the world in its tracks. The Remain rump in Parliament were determined from that day to this – led by the woeful Theresa May, tragically – to sabotage our leaving the EU. This week’s vote of MPs, which ‘backed’ Boris Johnson’s deal? A bare-faced lie. Those MPs knew after a meaningless show of support that they would proceed to water it down endlessly.

Here’s how farcical the situation is: they overwhelmingly threw out May’s deal, which kept us suckling off the Brussels teat to all intents on purposes. It was unpalatable for patriotic Leavers and snowflake Remoaners equally.

Johnson’s deal – which they purport to support – actually distances us further from the

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I deduced that it wasn’t fair on either set of readers to just include Morley news in The Press – the issues are different, the audience is different; we couldn’t do justice to either and that’s the whole point here.

The Morley Ob/Advertiser died a slow death because like the Reporter/Batley News/Spen Guardian it’s produced on a shoestring, by people who don’t know the towns, and care less about the people.

As for dealing with tough issues? They steer as far away as possible. ‘News’?

Only when it’s been sanitised. And that’s not our way.

These have been strange years for UK newspapers, with an almost fanatical fascination with online content and social media. The big

T WOULD be funny if it wasn’t so borderline sad. A pampered Prince Harry and his celebrity princess cynically manipulate the media … to slag off the media. That’s possibly more stupid than flying a private jet to a climate change conference. For a lad who charmed the nation and served his country in combat zones, Harry has suddenly gone all celeb-softie. I think I know who wears the trousers in the Sussex household.

And if this fairytale marriage breaks apart – especially if they have made good on their threat to decant to California or South Africa – that is going to make for one very feisty custody battle.

Let’s hope Harry and Meghan manage to find some peace and quiet away from the cameras

EU, complete anathema to the Remain Parliament.

So the deceit goes on, pretending to take Johnson’s deal seriously while perpetually angling for either a customs union (we’d be better off staying in), a second referendum where they hope against hope for a public u-turn, and ongoing indefinite extensions from the EU itself.

If anyone can explain Labour’s position, I’d be eternally grateful. They seem to want to remain while respecting the leave vote, they want an election but not now, and a second vote that they’ll probably campaign against. Or something like that.

It’s Groundhog Day, with the lot of them clueless as to how they would resolve it, and none of them – except Boris and friends – courageous enough to get it done.

That treacherous House needs a good clear out. A general election cannot come soon enough. groups, especially in the regional press, have basically ditched print while chasing the gold they think lies at the foot of the digital rainbow. So far, none of them have found it, or even look like finding it.

Me? I’m a bit old fashioned.

As I tell the staff: “Print – it’s the new digital”. In fact my daughter wanted a record player and some classic vinyl LPs for her birthday. There’s a clue in that.

Facebook isn’t our newspapers’ competition – it’s our friend. It’s a direct marketing tool for helping spread the message of a committed local newspaper, to committed local people.

And in the words of some sage cleverer than me – if you don’t shoot, you’re never going to score. Wish us luck.

they seem so magnetically drawn to. Oh, and a dose of much needed common sense.

BREAKING news from Batley & Spen Brexit Party gal Jill Hughes. In her latest call to campaigners she called for more “Jedis” to assist her “Galactic Federation”, because although “the FORCE is with us” they need to help “THE EMPIRE STRIKE BACK” (her capital letters).

Apparently “here in Batley and Spen it’s a choice between Corbyn or Chewbacca”. She urgently needs co-pilots, she says.

Judging by that, I’d venture that Ms Hughes needs a bit more than co-pilots.

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Jobs boost for military vets

By Connor Teale MILITARY veterans could soon be offered an interview for any job they apply for in Mirfield, after a motion was passed by the town council.

Businesses who opt in to the scheme would be obliged to see any ex-service personnel who submits an application for a position.

The motion was tabled by Mayor, Coun Martyn Bolt, after he met the director of defence contracts for Amey PLC, a large infrastructure company based in Oxford, who use the process successfully.

Coun Bolt said the scheme will allow veterans to navigate the “minefield” of job applications and stressed that it was now up to businesses to make it work.

“Mirfield Town Council recognises the invaluable contribution made to our community and country by members of the Armed Forces, the

But the 32-year-old was caught after he left a set of keys, a lighter and traces of his blood at the crime scenes.

Walshaw was given a community order, with 25 rehabilitation days, and will have to comply with an eightweek curfew between 7pm and 7am.

He was also ordered to pay a total of £370 in compensation to his victims.

News In Brief Tim back on telly NORTH KIRKLEES: Dewsbury-born scientist Dr Tim Gregory is set for another appearance on the BBC’s longest-running programme, The Sky At Night, next month.

The 26-year-old, who hails from Hanging Heaton, made his name as a runner-up in the channel’s Astronauts show two years ago and first appeared on The Sky At Night last year. Tim, a former Heckmondwike Grammar School student, completed his PhD in Cosmochemistry at the University of Bristol in June. The episode is set to air on Sunday November 10 on BBC Four.

life and professional skills they gain, and our debt to them in perpetuity,” he said.

“We also recognise that their service does not always equip them with administrative and literary skills needed to satisfy some of today’s initial employment application questionnaires and procedures.

“The council has done all we can with this motion and we now hope that businesses will get on board and give ex-Forces personnel a chance.”

Town councillor Sean Guy will visit local businesses to encourage them to support the scheme.

Coun Bolt said he was confident there would be “no sudden surge of new applicants” and added that veterans would have no guarantee of a job. “If someone is unsuitable for the job no-one is suggesting that they should get it any way – this is about the courtesy of giving these men and women an interview.”

Hapless car thief escapes jail A THIEF who broke into cars and left a trail of clues that led police straight to him has been sentenced.

John Walshaw, of Tweedale Gardens in Dewsbury, broke into the vehicles overnight on dates between July 20 and 29. His haul of items from vehicles across Dewsbury included a dashcam, a music player, spanners and some cash.

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Halloween antics CLECKHEATON: Families are invited to a spooktacular Halloween hunt tomorrow (Saturday). The fun starts from 10am at Tesco, and children are encouraged to dress in their scariest outfits, pick up a trail sheet and get hunting for spooky items dotted around 15 shops to complete the crossword and be in with a chance of winning a prize.

There’ll also be a spooky flash mob in the town centre, as well as a craft tent and scary games at George’s Bistro from 10am-2pm.

A NEW group is pledging to keep Dewsbury Railway Station looking good.

The ‘Friends of Dewsbury Station’ team recently planted over 400 spring bulbs and tended to the new raised beds, helping to improve the appearance of the new £1million station entrance which opened six months ago.

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Stone me, it’s all gone I often go down to Ings Grove Park in Mirfield and do a bit of random tidying up around the memorial and generally pick up litter and sweep up.

On occasions myself and others have cleaned down the memorial plates and introduced a few plants and watered the existing flower beds.

On the last occasion I was down in the park cutting back ivy that had got out of control and was making the entrance to the park on Remembrance Walk a tad untidy.

I was cutting the ivy back over the entrance wall when I noticed that the ivy wasn’t over a wall any more, and

Thanks for such great service From: Chris Jenkinson, Dewsbury Moor A couple of years ago I was looking for a new phone and deal from one of the big phone companies.

I bought a cheapish phone with quite a high spec for about £70. The equivalent Samsung etc would have been over £200. My sim deal was only £10.

Everything was ticketyboo for about a year until my outgoing calls were being cut off, initially at 17 mins 11 secs but later 15 mins 9 secs. Very strange, so after a while I set about trying to resolve this.

Letter of the Week: Tim Wood, Mirfield the wall had gone.

Someone had pulled the ivy over the wall and made off with 20 feet of stone walling, then pulled the ivy back over the soil banking like a fringe and no-one had noticed the missing wall.

Since regulations have tightened

I contacted my provider who said change the sim ... it didn’t work. I bought an identical model and it still happened, and I’d been scratching my head for ages and regularly asking people “are you still there?” expecting them to be cut off at any minute.

Yesterday I had a bit of time to kill and wandered into a Heckmondwike phone repair shop ... well, my luck completely changed.

I explained my problem to them, told them how frustrating and how funny it was and he immediately suggested updating the phone’s software.

This hadn’t been mentioned to me before so I said okay let’s do it, and off he went.

After 20 minutes download-

up regarding receipt and sales of ‘scrap’ metal, stone and slate have become the next best thing to make an ‘honest living’ out of your best bit of rockery or wall.

The midnight repairs of church roofers are back with us again, so watch your cobbles, as they say.

ing and re-setting he gave me the phone back and said “try that”.

He did all that for free and suggested I go back if I have any further problems.

My first action was to make a 20-minute call without cut-off to a friend. I couldn’t believe my luck – a cut-off free conversation for over 20 minutes was like winning the lottery.

So many thanks to Electrophix for giving me your time and effort at no expense.

Thank you for helping and renewing my faith in human nature and thankyou for saving me from many embarrassing future episodes on my mobile.

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Thank you for strengthening my faith in other people, and society in general.

Roll on the next election From: Anthony Doyle, via email What a bunch of losers this Parliament has turned out to be.

Today, as if we were not already aware, we discover to what depths these people will sink to thwart the PM on delivering on his promise on the referendum result.

LATEST PLANNING APPLICATIONS K Wilkinson, dwelling forming annex accommodation associated with 210 Cliffe Lane, Gomersal.

Mr Oldfield, garage to side and garden room to rear, Meadowlands, Briestfield Road, Dewsbury.

M & R Lynn & Robb, single-storey side extension, 22 Coal Pit Mews, Carlinghow, Batley.

O Akouiz, variation condition 3 (materials) on previous permission 2011/93346 for erection of dormer extensions to front and rear, 802 Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe.

I Laher, alterations to convert former restaurant to three apartments (within a Conservation Area), 3-5 St James Street, Batley.

Darren Smith Homes, advertisement consent for erection of one non-illuminated hoarding sign, depot off Back Station Lane, Mirfield.

J Evans, detached dwelling, land between 12&14 Knowl Road, Mirfield.

Mr & Mrs Taylor, demolition of existing stables and erection of detached dwelling, land at Cliff Hollins Lane, East Bierley.

Yorkshire Housing, installation of replacement windows and doors, Queens Court, Queen Street, Gomersal.

L Gardner, change of use of livestock building to five stables and equestrian storage, erection of menage and use of land for equestrian purposes, land adjacent to Winfield Drive, East Bierley.

Asad Hussain, detached outbuilding and demolition of existing outbuilding, 1 Stakes Fold, Heckmondwike.

R Douglas, single-storey side extension and external alterations, 26 Western Avenue, Birstall.

One Stop Stores Ltd, advertisement consent for erection of illuminated signs, 80 Greenside Road, Mirfield.

Dewsbury Evangelical Church, advertisement consent for erection of illuminated and non illuminated signs, Central Street, Dewsbury.

Mr & Mrs Zafar, front, side and rear extensions and exterior alterations, 28 Camroyd Street, Dewsbury.

J & L Gledhill, two-storey rear extension and erection of extension and alterations to integral garage to form store/utility, 11 Hillgarth, Thornhill.

Saqib Mahmood, single-storey front and rear extensions with external alterations, erection of outbuilding and demolition of existing

garage, 112 Lobley Street, Heckmondwike.

Kris Kennedy, certificate of lawfulness for proposed erection of single-storey extension and conversion of garage to living space, 27 Pavillion View, Scholes.

Mr Lodge, erection of stable block, Springfield Farm, 15 Moorside, Cleckheaton.

Sarah Woods, single-storey front extension, 2 Meadow Close, Birstall.

Mr & Mrs M Holroyd, variation condition 2 (plans) on previous permission 2018/93359 for demolition of existing dwelling and erection of detached dwelling with attached garage, 249 Upper Batley Lane, Upper Batley.

C Nixon, front porch, raised decking with privacy glass railings and alterations to driveway to create additional parking space, 33 Merlin Court, Batley.

Mr Ali, variation of condition 7 (opening hours) on previous application 2002/90188 for change of use from workshops to combined workshop/office and showroom, Dual House, Wellington Street, Batley.

L Brown, change of use from carpet showroom to nursery/out of school club, 21-23a Leeds Road,

Liversedge.

Ismail Kara, increase in roof height to form third floor living accommodation, 72 Savile Road, Savile Town.

Mr & Mrs Patel, two-storey rear extension, front porch and exterior alterations, 5-7 Alfred Street, Batley.

Yunus Mohamed Lakha, singlestorey rear extension and the erection of front and rear dormer extensions, 4 Sefton Rise, Thornhill Lees.

Property Risk Inspection, work to TPO 05/78, Soothill Wood, to the rear of 13 Woodkirk Gardens, Dewsbury.

Caddick Developments North, discharge conditions 9 (validation report), 16 (evc points), 23 (drainage) on previous permission 2014/90688 for outline application for erection of commercial floorspace (B1c, B2, B8) including details of engineering operations to form serviced employment plots and full application for the erection of 166 dwellings, land at Slipper Lane, Mirfield.

A J Construction (Yorkshire) Ltd, prior approval for change of use of offices to dwelling, 1a Eastview, The Town, Thornhill.

Homeworld, prior approval for change of use from retail (A1) to

two dwellings (C3)40, Northgate, Dewsbury.

A Hussain, work to tree(s) within a conservation area, Rooklyn, 5 Northfield Road, Dewsbury.

Euro Garages Ltd, discharge conditions 9 and 10 (drainage) on previous permission 2019/91585 for erection of coffee shop with drive thru lane, 260 Bradford Road, Batley.

Dr Jeremy Ridge, work to tree(s) TPO 22/95, Hopton Hall, Hopton Hall Lane, Upper Hopton.

Ms Straffen, work to TPO 06/92, 3 Infirmary Road, Dewsbury.

Coni Lighting Ltd, discharge conditions 4 (materials) and 6 (arboricultural method statement) on previous permission 2016/92140 for demolition of existing buildings, removal of storage containers and erection of detached dwelling, Soothill Manor, Soothill Lane, Soothill.

Horizon Healthcare Homes Ltd, discharge conditions 5 (security measures), 7 (Remediation Strategy), 10 (electric vehicle charging) on previous permission 2019/92261 for erection of 8 bedroom care home (C2), former Woolpack Inn, 167, Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury Moor.

Tim Wood discovers the missing wall in Ings Grove Park It is amazing how it can take weeks, sometimes months to get legislation through Parliament and into statute book, but these despicable self-centred representatives can muster a law through when it suits them in a matter of days.

As we approach Remembrance Sunday and think of all those who died in fighting to keep our country independent, our so-called Parliament flushes the memory of these brave souls down the toilet to further their own ends. Shame on you who have voted to delay the will of the people.

Roll on election day, let’s see how pretty you are all sitting then!

A great way to get rich From: ‘Heckmondwike Hector’ Here underneath this little stone lies Robert Earl of Huntingdon.

No archer was like him so good and people called him Robin Hood.

Such Outlaws were he and his men will England never see again.

So says the inscription on the famous burial site reputedly to be that of Robin Hood.

Once again this iconic landmark comes to public attention with questions about the removal of historical woodland that surrounds it to make way for a new link road (The Press, October 18).

This scenic woodland holds for me great nostalgia. It was a regular haunt in our childhood; it was great fun but we always had to watch out for the gamekeeper, or else!

The grave, and the legend, along with the 1950s TV serial The Adventures of Robin Hood, starring Richard Green, was also a source of youthful inspiration.

In the years hence I have lamented the fact that this folk hero was never celebrated in our region. Nottingham proudly made him a feature of the city. The reason we lost out, I have often surmised, is that for many generations the landowners of the grave site and the ancient priory were members of the nobility.

The idea of the rich being robbed to give to the poor would have been quite unpalatable to the wealthy hierarchy.

History suppressed, I guess.

To compensate for this I am in the midst of inventing a theme park which, I hope, will eventually sit near to Miller & Carter (formerly The Three Nuns).

The first development will be the rebuilding of that longdemolished well-known Bradley pub ‘The Little John.’

It will be very well staffed (pun intended). Inside you will be greeted by Bar-maid Marion who will tempt you with a pint of ‘Will Stutely Stout’ or ‘Alan-a-Dale Draught Bitter’.

There will be fun for the younger end too, with an inflatable bouncy Nottingham castle and stalls where they can buy cheap plastic bows and arrows and green outfits with hats with feathers.

To keep up the excitement a special tent packed with console games will allow the kids to fight alongside Robin and his merry men against that nasty Sheriff of Nottingham.

At the end of an exciting day when the family are hungry they can head straight for Guy of Gisborne’s Grill; or alternatively, Friar Tuckin’s Burger Bar where a menu will announce a spe-

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From page 8 ciality of Will Scarlet Sausage with chips, and for afters Sherwood Forrest Gateau.

The entry fee will not be cheap as the whole aim in this case will be to rob the poor to give to the would-be rich.

Trying not to be too presumptuous, I would like to thank Danny Lockwood in advance for an expected donation towards this great venture for which he will be greatly accredited. When it comes to giving the theme park a name, ‘Loxley’s’ could well be under consideration.

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NHS under the knife From: Christine Hyde , Dewsbury On Friday I saw a film called ‘Under the Knife’ in Wakefield.

It showed how common beliefs about the NHS are completely wrong and revealed who benefits from the chaos and cuts in A&E, the lack of GP appointments and how the NHS is being forced to implement the use of apps instead of people and places.

The benefit has nothing to do with health and everything to do with commercial gain.

Management consultancy companies and so-called ‘independent health advisory and delivery organisations’ are up there, mak-

ing sure they siphon off profits from the NHS pot, while nurses and porters, doctors and frontline care like paramedics and ambulance drivers suffer burnout, mental breakdowns and leave.

The new plans being implemented in the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership have at their heart the idea that the NHS in England will never again be funded to a level that maintains services the way they were run in 2010.

After nine years of drastic underfunding, access by ordinary people to an increasing number of treatments is being cut. People with disabilities, rare illnesses and chronic illness are being sidelined. The new ‘Obamacare NHS’ calls it ‘improvement.’ It is actually rampant commercialisation. Now the relationship between the English people and the state is changing and ordinary folk need to decide what to keep and what to discard.

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But in the end I implement them regardless, accepted as it is that I am required and contracted to do so, and failure to comply would reasonably and understandably terminate my employment.

Following Tuesday’s masquerade of democracy I checked voting patterns to note that the democratically-elected member (at least that was one majority decision which she was happy to accept) for Batley & Spen had twice voted against motions relating to Brexit.

Fifty nine per cent of the Batley & Spen electorate voted leave, which I feel is a clear instruction from the voters, de facto employers of said MP which

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has clearly not been complied with.

This is a flagrant and brazen disregard of a clear mandate.

What gives this MP and any others the right to act in such a way?

Whilst I would never vote for Corbyn or any of his cohorts, I would call upon all leave voters who want to see Brexit done to eschew party lines and ensure that in the (hopefully very soon) forthcoming election vote to ensure their will to see Brexit done is taken up by honourable members who will abide by the instructions given.

This Parliament has made a mockery of democracy (keep asking/delaying until you get the right answer) and the sooner it is replaced the better.

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News In Brief Taxi row was costly

CAMRA award for Hanging Heaton CC

DEWSBURY: A man caused £200 worth of damage to a taxi when the driver allegedly tried to overcharge his mum. The incident occurred on July 14 as the cabbie dropped Jamie Atkins and his mother off at their home on Ashworth Green in Dewsbury.

Atkins punched the victim’s windscreen when he asked for a £10 fare, despite already being paid at the start of the journey.

Kirklees magistrates heard that the 28year-old had not been in trouble with the law since his release from prison two years ago.

Atkins was ordered to pay £200 in compensation to the driver as well as £85 in court costs.

THEY’RE used to picking up prizes at Hanging Heaton Cricket Club, but there were no bats or balls involved in their latest win.

It’s the quality of what’s on offer in the Bennett Lane clubhouse that brought CAMRA officials calling.

Club stewards Peter and Joanne Jagger were presented with the Yorkshire Region Campaign for Real Ale Club of the Year runnerup award for 2019.

Bike victim named BATLEY: Police have identified a motorcyclist who died following a collision with a van. Andrew Dawson, 56, from Batley, died at the scene of the crash on Aberford Road in Wakefield at around 6pm last Tuesday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Collision Enquiry Team on 101, quoting log 1443 of October 15.

Gregory Street gang SOOTHILL: Former staff and pupils of Gregory Street Junior School, which was knocked down in 1981, are invited to a reunion. The 12th annual event is taking place at Soothill Working Men’s Club on Monday (October 28) from 7.30pm.

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A panel of judges visited anonymously and scored against a set of criteria including beer quality, value for money and atmosphere.

The cricket club offers customers a choice of four real ales, rotated on a regular basis.

Peter Jagger thanked his regulars, staff and the committee for their support throughout the season.

Pictured are CAMRA’s Peter Goddard (left) with Peter and Joanne Jagger.

Council tracking tax cheats

By Tony Earnshaw Local Democracy Reporter MILLIONS in unpaid Council Tax could be recovered in Kirklees via legislation that allows local authorities to share information on debt.

It means anyone working or who has an income, but who fails to pay their Council Tax, could have it deducted from their wages. And it could mean people having to repay money from as far back as 1993 when the tax was introduced by John Major’s government.

Senior Kirklees councillor Graham Turner said: “It’s time

for those who are avoiding Council Tax to play their part.”

Kirklees Council collected more than £202m during 2018/19.

But it is still owed around £9.8million, which remained unpaid at the end of the financial year on March 31.

Now 29 councils, including Kirklees, have partnered with HM Revenue and Customs to pilot a scheme to recover the cash. If successful it could be rolled out wider.

The act allows councils to obtain employer and income information from HMRC for people who have failed to pay their Council Tax and have an order made to pay by the local magis-

trates court.

Through the one-year trial, non-paying customers who are employed or have an income will be contacted to engage and start paying their debts. If they cannot pay they will be encouraged to contact their local authority to discuss their situation.

Any who does not will have their debt deducted directly from their earnings through their employer. Letters will be issued over the next few weeks.

The council says it will support anyone who makes contact about struggling to pay their debts by putting them in touch with debt advice providers.

Coun Turner said: “If someone

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“We will continue to support those people who are struggling to make ends meet with help from our colleagues in debt advice, but it’s time for those who are avoiding Council Tax to play their part.”

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HALF LAMB £45 Defra License No: 49/529/8119A8P/PTF 5lb PRIME SIRLOIN STEAK £25 5lb PRIME RUMP STEAK £25 MANUFACTURERS OF QUALITY Halloween Fancy Dress 10lb LEAN MINCE STEAK £20 DOG FOOD OVER 50 YEARS COMPETITION 10lb BRAISING STEAK £25 10lb LIVER 10p lb WHOLE BRISKETS £2.95lb CHICKEN MINCE 50p lb 1st & 2nd Prizes 10lb THICK PORK SAUSAGE £15 PRIME MINCE BEEF 60p lb for both Boys and Girls 2 CORNFED CHICKENS £7 COMPLETE MIX 50p lb Judging takes place at 1pm x PACK ORIGINAL HULA HOOPS £1.99 GREEN TRIPE 70p lb Come along and have some 6 x18SNACK PACK BUTTERKIST POPCORN 99p 22lb CHICKEN LEGS £10 Spooky Good Fun! 24 BTLS APPLE & BLACKCURRANT 22lb CHICKEN FEET £5 Everyone welcome ORANGE DRINKS ONLY £3 (12P EACH) LGE TURKEY LEG THIGHS £2.50 each Normal Entry Fee 1 x 1.5ltr PEPSI MAX 99p 5ltr PINE DISINFECTANT £2.50 1000s of Pumpkins 40 PACK CAPRI SUN ORANGE only £5.95 BALES Safely Gathered In . . . .OF . . .CLEAN . . . . . . . SAWDUST . . . . . . . . . . .£7 8 x 250ml DIET COKE only £2 From 99p 24 PACK CANS IRN BRU only £4.99 LOGS £2.75 Net & COAL £3.25 10kg Bags Thursday 31st October 9am – 4pm

school holidays! playbarn open every day - all ages welcome

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Friday October 25, 2019

Callous thief jailed for string of offences

By Steve Martyn A THIEF who targeted an elderly woman and a partially-sighted man has been jailed for more than six years.

Nathan McBurney committed 11 offences during a three-month crime spree in Dewsbury, Batley, Ossett and Gomersal earlier this year.

On one occasion McBurney grabbed £250 in cash from the hand of an 80-year-old woman as she left a bank, having

withdrawn the money to buy a present for a relative.

The 30-year-old then snatched £280 from a partially-sighted man outside Halifax Bank in Batley and also attacked a man outside a BP garage by forcing him against a wall and taking valuables from his pockets.

He has previous convictions for drug dealing, theft, robbery and breaching court orders.

McBurney also ran off with £40 worth of cigarettes from McColl’s newsagents in

Ossett and committed similar offences at Co-op stores in Dewsbury and Gomersal on July 31.

In another incident McBurney stole a shopkeeper’s mobile phone, worth £1,000, when he refused to hand over tobacco at his business premises in Dewsbury.

McBurney (pictured right), of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to nine offences of theft and two of robbery.

He was sent to prison for six years and eight months.

Kirklees’ School Project to refurbish and rebuild schools across the district has cost the authority more than £55m over the initial £418,170,000 estimated bill, while the Kirklees Waste Management Project is more than £30m over budget – both since they were first signed in the late 1990s.

Coun Graham Turner, cabinet member for corporate, said: “We require contracts to help us deliv-

er the large scale and complex services we are responsible for.

“When the council agrees contracts the cost of inflation is something that we consider and factor in. We would not enter into any agreement in which we could not afford the potential inflation incurred.

“The current contracts are reviewed regularly to ensure that we are getting value for money, and changes are negotiated from

News In Brief Pals will be in focus BATLEY: The next Batley History Group meeting is on Monday (October 28, 7.30pm) when John Broadhead will give a talk about his father’s time as a ‘Bradford Pal’ in World War One. It’s £2 for members and £4 for nonmembers at Batley Town Hall.

Support group invite DEWSBURY: The Dewsbury and District Stoma Support Group is holding its monthly meeting on Thursday (October 31, 7pm) in the Oak Room at Dewsbury Hospital’s Oakwell centre.

The group supports people and their partners or carers who have undergone, or are about to go through, colorectal surgery and is inviting anyone affected to come along to the meeting.

For more information call 07884 003945 or email dews.ssg@gmx.com.

Flags – why & when

Rising cost of PFI contracts is revealed THE COST of PFI deals signed by Kirklees Council has increased by £87m.

It has been revealed that payments for four separate private finance initiative schemes to fund schools, waste management and housing in Kirklees have seen increases because of “contract variations” and inflation.

PFI is a way of financing public sector projects with private investment.

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time to time.

“These changes would not be made if they were not necessary.

Changes are often made to save money in the long term, improve service delivery or comply with new legislation.

“These are long-term deals and there can be many changes during the life of the contract that can affect the payments and maybe the delivery of services covered by the PFI.”

MIRFIELD: A calendar displayed outside the town’s library now outlines which flags will be flown on different dates.

Attached to the memorial flagpole, on Huddersfield Road, the information was put up in response to queries from residents via Facebook. The calendar also explains the reasons why each flag is flown.

Kirkwood fundraiser BATLEY: The Batley and Birstall Support Group for Kirkwood Hospice is putting on a Christmas fair next month.

There’ll be a variety of stalls, raffle, tombola and refreshments at Batley Town Hall on Saturday November 9 (10.30am-3pm). All money raised on the day will go to the hospice.

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Money raised to remember Neil A FUNDRAISING page has been set up to help pay the funeral costs of a man who was found dead at his home.

Bradford Coroner’s Court heard this week that HGV driver Neil French had messaged his ex-partner on Saturday October 12 before he was found dead at his Valley Road house in Millbridge, Liversedge.

Tributes have poured in for the 40-year-old dad, and a JustGiving page has been set up by his friends.

One of his friends, Ary Hauer wrote: “Neil was a tough man, ex-military, a strong, powerful and talented martial artist who lived for his son, yet all that wasn’t enough to help him through his darkest days.

“I, as I assume many others, asked ‘Are you okay? Do you need help?’ He told me ‘it’s hard but I am getting there’.

“I, like a fool, accepted his response. I believed him.

“He needed me and others but felt like he couldn’t reach out. My friend, I am so sorry. I, of all people, missed the signs. We failed him.”

Assistant coroner Crispin Oliver adjourned the inquest to a later date.

People can donate at www.justgiving.com/ crowdfunding/neilfrench.

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Keep calm and carry on as war clouds gather...

Throughout 2019 local historian Mike Popplewell will be searching through his newspaper collection from the 1920s and 30s for some of the biggest headlines from home and abroad – while also taking a look at stories making the news in our own district. Readers are welcome to provide feedback if any of these features are remembered personally, or you can recall being told them by an earlier generation.

N JULY 31 1935 the people of the Heavy Woollen district would have had the stark reality of another possible war brought home to them when they picked up their copy of the Yorkshire Observer that morning.

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The storm clouds had been gathering for many months as news spread of Adolf Hitler’s Nazi-led Germany extending their control over neighbouring territories, and with Mussolini’s Italy marching into Abyssinia, now Ethiopia, there was more uncertainty in Europe than with Brexit!

But on this late July morning the headlines in the YO were ‘GAS PRECAUTIONS FOR NEXT WAR’ and suggested that ‘panic’ was the chief danger as the report brought home the horrors that could ensue in the event of an air attack.

Meanwhile, with a timely piece of ‘burying heads in the sand’, some aspects of life in the district just carried on as normal with representatives from the district participating in the ‘Bramley Joy Week’.

There was a parade of West Yorkshire’s carnival queens, including Dewsbury’s Miss Doris Smith, and the mayoral fraternity, including Sir Ben Turner of Batley, joined in with a seeming indifference to the ominous signs around them. But, perhaps, it was a classic ‘keep calm and carry on’ scenario.

Bagshaw Museum and Art Gallery, in Wilton Park, Batley, was staging an exhibition of watercolours of village inns by K S Wood of Gainsborough and Mr Sydney Evans, of Kirkburton, was starting out on his journey home, on his mare ‘Molly’, having ridden 200 miles to London in six days! Why? Who knows?

With school holidays and the August Bank Holiday fast approaching, the paper was full of adverts for holiday breaks and days out. One that caught my eye was ‘Extra holiday attractions at Sunny Vale, Hipperholme’.

The prospect of a day out in Hipperholme, just up the A58, is unthinkable today but between the wars Sunny Vale offered a viable option to Blackpool or Scarborough at a time of austerity in the district.

It covered a wide area and had fairground

rides, a lake and everything to keep the kids happy for hours, but today Sunny Vale is just overgrown woodland with an occasional reminder, like a rusted turnstile among the bushes, of much better days!

On the sporting front Dewsbury, with only 10 players, were beaten at home by four wickets in the women’s cricket match with Birstall the previous night. One notable performer was Dewsbury’s M Popplewell, with a top-scoring 17 and one wicket, although an E Kershaw grabbed the headlines with a hattrick and Birstall’s E Tetley took 5-23.

I wonder what these housewives, mill girls and secretaries would make of today’s professional women cricketers who grace the Sky Sports TV channels.

With apologies to Bob Dylan, the times are certainly a-changing!

In the cinema oldtime music hall star Florrie Forde was appearing in ‘My Old Dutch’ at The Palace, Heckmondwike, a film set in World War One and based on the Albert Chevalier ‘cockney’ song of the same name.

The big news in the world of articled clerks was the appointment of Mr F Hill, articled to Dewsbury town clerk Mr Holland Booth, as assistant solicitor to the Tottenham Corporation.

As a life-long Tottenham Hotspur fan I just wish someone could go south and help them out now!

Cleck OAP breaches order again

By Staff Reporters

First edition on sale Wednesday October 30!

A PENSIONER with a history of antisocial behaviour was caught urinating in public twice – including in front of children.

Kevin Mitchell, of Providence Street in Cleckheaton, exposed himself in Cleckheaton Memorial Park and outside his own block of flats earlier this year.

The 75-year-old is currently subject to a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) which prohibits him from acting in an anti-social manner.

The pensioner appeared at court in April, when it was found he had already breached his CBO six times.

At his most recent hearing, Mitchell pleaded guilty to three more charges of breaching his CBO, being drunk and disorderly in public, committing an indecent act by urinating in public and using threatening behaviour to cause fear of unlawful violence.

Kirklees magistrates heard that police asked Mitchell to leave Cleckheaton Memorial Park, on Bradford Road, several times following reports that he exposed his penis in full view of the public on May 23.

When he failed to leave, he was arrested.

The OAP was then caught in possession of a bottle of whisky the following day – again breaching his CBO, which prohibits him from drinking

in public.

On July 4, paramedics requested the help of police because Mitchell was drunk and staggering into the path of traffic on Bradford Road.

Officers returned him to his block of flats where Mitchell turned into the bin yard and urinated in full view of children sat on a wall close by.

Andy Day, mitigating, said Mitchell had been a drinker all his life and “doesn’t intend to cause a nuisance.”

“He has suffered from bowel cancer and has a colostomy – he is often in a situation where he feels the urge to urinate and has little or no control over it,” Mr Day added.

Magistrates fined Mitchell £266 plus a £32 victim surcharge.

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Friday October 25, 2019

Wanted man spat at cop Bottoms up Mill Valley!

A POPULAR brewery marked its four-year anniversary with a beer festival.

Mill Valley Brewery & Tap served an array of its award-winning beers, ales and ciders to guests, who also enjoyed live music and a bouncy castle at its latest premises on Halifax Road in Hightown.

Liversedge-based owner Steve Hemingway started brewing in his garage before obtaining a licence to open the now-thriving Mill Bar in Cleckheaton’s Woodroyd Mills, South Parade, three months later. The business has since gone from strength to strength and Mr Hemingway also recently took over the former Partners Brewery in Hightown, reopening it as the Brew House.

“I believe people should always support their local bars and businesses because this helps to keep the community together,” he said.

A DRUNK thug who spat in the face of a police officer failed to show up for his court hearing.

Batley man Jamie Glover is now wanted by British Transport Police following the incident in York last Friday.

The 31-year-old was part of a group of people acting drunkenly on a train from Huddersfield.

Glover, of Wyvern Close, was arrested by transport officers at York Railway Station for ignoring warnings about his behaviour and continuing to shout and swear. Police footage shows Glover turning to an officer and spitting directly in his face.

He was found guilty of being drunk and disorderly and assaulting an emergency worker. He was due to appear for sentencing at York Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday October 22 but failed to

Range comes the district BIRSTALL: A new superstore opens at Birstall Retail Park today (Fri).

More than 80 new jobs have been created by home, leisure and garden retailer The Range, who have taken over the former Toys R Us outlet next to Ikea.

The Range will stock more

WANTED: Jamie Glover

appear.

Sgt James Finch, of BTP, said: “There are few things more disgusting than being spat at on duty. It’s completely repulsive behaviour, reserved for offenders either completely ignorant of the consequences or who have no respect for themselves or other people.

“This was initially a low-level case of anti-social behaviour, instead Glover chose to seriously escalate the situation and assault one of our officers.

“This is something we take extremely seriously, it’s not accepted as part of the job and he will face the consequences.”

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 405040 with reference 1900089635.

than 80,000 products, from home wear to outdoor furniture and everything in between.

The new store also includes an Iceland Foods, outdoor garden centre and family café.

It will be officially opened at 9am by the Mayor of Kirklees, Coun Mumtaz Hussain.

The day will begin with giveaways for the first 50 people in the queue, including a star prize for the first in line.

Prolific burglar handed sentence MIRFIELD: A woman has been sentenced after pleading guilty to a series of commercial burglaries across Kirklees.

Suzanne Hancock, of Newsome, targeted businesses in Mirfield and several other areas in the district in a spate of eight burglaries.

The 35-year-old was sentenced to 20 weeks in prison, suspended for 12

months, when she appeared in court on Friday October 18.

Firearm arrest SHAW CROSS: A teenager was arrested on suspicion of carrying a firearm and an offensive weapon.

Police were called to reports of two males riding off-road bikes on Windsor View, Shaw Cross, on Thursday (October 17) at 8.10pm.

The 19-year-old was released under investigation and enquiries are ongoing.

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Turn your unwanted items

into cash £££s 1) Ring Angela on 01924 470296 (9.30am-4.30pm). Have your advert ready and you can pay by debit card (30p surcharge).

2) Call into the office at 31 Branch Road, Batley WF17 5SB and pay by cash, cheque or debit card (30p surcharge).

3) Post your advert and include your name and a contact number, along with cheque for payment.

ADVERTS must be no longer than 50 words. (We cannot accept the following items: Motor vehicles, caravans, livestock. All listings will stay in Marketplace for a maximum of two months. If you wish to amend your listing, or cancel when sold, contact or call 01924 470296.

NEW Priory extending table 5ft 5 ins long (will extend a further 18ins) complete with 6 chairs.

Very good condition.

Buyer to collect £95 Tel 01924 495473/ 07709 859355. (2505) Priory Welsh dresser, 4ft 11ins wide x 5ft 6ins high. Has two display cabinets above with fitted lights. Very good condition. Buyer to collect, £85. Tel 01924 495473/07709 859355.

(2505) Small upright electric vacuum cleaner.

Includes instruction and spare filter. Very good condition, £20. Tel 01924 724680 (Ossett).

(2506) Mac Allister combination ladder (3.72m) 4 in 1, as new, £80. Tel 07939 599381. (2507) Screwfix fire resistant drop down loft access door 562mm x 562mm, £75. Tel 07939 599381.

(2507) Envirovent isolate extractor fan. Complete with isolator switch, £45. Tel 07939 599381.

(2507) Sterling Pearl Mobility scooter. New battery with charger. Will dismantle for easy transporting. Buyer to collect, £250 ono. Tel 07999 882257/01924 463282. (2508) Dixon Atlantic universal projector screen, 40 x 40 on tripod legs. Made in USA. Excellent condition in original box. £12 buyer to collect. Tel 01924 519750. (2509) Six casual men’s shirts various sizes and colours. Quality brands.

Some worn once or new. £1 each. Tel 01924 519750. (2509) BATHROOM Triton Cara electric shower 10.5 watt. Brand new in box. Genuine reason for sale, £25. Tel 07943 114801. (2497)

new. Stone colour, offer over £50 will secure. Tel 07802 460630. (2486) 4 x white evening dress shirts size 16 & 16 1/2” collar, worn once. £3 each.

Tel 01924 519750. (2485) COLLECTIBLES Victorian dolls house dolls, five including maid and baby, £25.

Tel 01924 469135. (2500) Dolls house furniture, white moquette & wood frame couch, high leg chair, matching rocker plus cot, wardrobe, red wood coffee table and red moquette & wood couch. £25. Tel 01924 469135.

(2500) Dolls houses, choice of three from £50 upwards.

Tel 01924 469135. (2500) DIY Joiner’s wooden toolbox with various tools included. £25. Tel 01924 430088.

(2498) Aluminium step ladder, 7 steps, £20. Tel 07751 575165. (2494) New knee pads suitable for carpet fitter/flag layer, £5 ono. Tel 01274 876814.

(2480) FURNITURE Dorlux single bed with two drawers and Flexiform Viscoelastic mattress. Very clean and good condition.

Little use. £22 ono. Tel 01274 875328. (2503) Sherborne Eton reclining chair. Light green colour with pattern. Good working condition, £25 ono. Tel 01274 875328. (2503) Wooden chest with locks, casters and handles. 3ft long x 2ft deep. Suitable for blankets, storage or toys. As new, £20 ono. Tel 01274 876814. (2499) 2-3 seater settee (76 inch long), light turquoise colour. Good condition, £60. Buyer to collect. Tel 07434 365269. (2492) Conservatory suite comprising of one two-seater settee and one chair, £7.

Tel 01274 876814. (2490)

CLOTHING Gents’ dark brown leather jacket. Size M (40 inch chest). As new, £50. Tel 07988 955976. (2504)

One True Design office chair, black leather task chair, gas lift & tilt, unassembled in box, £50.

Tel 01924 469537. (2489)

Untold Pale green lace & chiffon dress. Size 14, worn once for a wedding.

Immaculate condition, £30. Tel 01924 407400.

(2495)

2 x Canterbury office chairs, black, unassembled in box, £50 each. Tel 01924 469537. (2489)

Leather coat, size 12, as

Wooden round table and 4 chairs that fit neatly under table. £40, Possible local

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? ITEM bands

Cost per item

Up to £7: £8 - £25: £26 - £50 £51- £100 £101-£200 £201-£500 £501-£1450 £1,451 plus delivery. Tel 01924 470866.

(2488) GARDEN Hardwood garden chair.

Folds and reclines. Good quality, £15. Tel 01274 876814. (2499) Standard holly trees & bay trees in pots from £10. Tel: 07415 238960 (2483).

HOUSEHOLD Good-quality Oriental rug predominantly burgundy & cream flower pattern & cream fringing. Size 9 1/2 ft x 6 1/2 ft. Recently dry cleaned & still in wrapping. Can deliver locally (Ossett), £90. Tel 01924 274137. (2484) 3 x winter warm oil-filled radiators, 1600 watt, £25 each. Tel 01924 469537.

(2489) New TV bracket. Fit up to 39-inch, £5 ono. Tel 01274 876814. (2480) KITCHEN/DINING Set of four Aldo Zilli solid copper based pans. Brand new, still boxed. Genuine reason for sale. Will accept £22. Tel 07943 114801. (2497) Haier chest type freezer suitable for kitchen or garage (33.5”H x 22.5”W x 20.5”D). Excellent condition and working order. £40, buyer to collect. Tel 01274 876997. (2496) Stoves new home gas cooker, white with glass top, 4 burners, 2 ovens one with grill. Good condition buyer to collect (Ossett), £50. Tel 01924 274137. (2484) Solid oak quality dining table & 4 chairs. 3ft square with 2 extensions of 14”, perfect condition due to being covered. Cost over £1,000 when new, sell £120, buyer to collect. Tel: 01924 274137 (Ossett).

(2484) Hotpoint built-in electric

£1 £2 £3 £4 £5 £7 £9 £11

double oven – black, as new, fan assisted (needs to be seen). Offers over £100 secures. Tel: 07802 460630. (2486) Kenwood Chef Mixer (as new) complete with accessories. Offers over £50 secures. Tel: 07802 460630. (2486)

A walk to remember A PATH in Mirfield has been renamed ‘Remembrance Walk’ following an online poll of residents.

Local veteran Mike Bee approached the Mirfield Town C o u n c i l Remembrance subcommittee earlier this year, suggesting a new name for the path in Ings Grove Park which forms part of the route used by the large a n n u a l Remembrance parade.

The Mirfield branch of the Royal

British Legion then put forward appropriate suggestions for renaming the path.

After asking local residents to vote for their favourite via Facebook, it was n a m e d Remembrance Walk.

Coun Martyn Bolt was joined by RAF Cpl Richard Conley and Mike Bee to officially open the renamed route on Sunday (October 20).

Pictured, from left, are Tim Wood, Flt Lt Peter Doubell and Mirfield RBL member Sean Guy

Tracy gets her jab!

MISCELLANEOUS Erika electric typewriter (Challenge). Excellent condition, complete with carrying case. Just needs a new ribbon, £30. Tel 01924 475406. (2501)

MOTORING New Ultimate Speed bottle jack. Lifts 3,000kg, £15 ono. Tel 01274 876814.

(2480) 4 x VW alloy wheels with good tyres (185 x 55 x R14). To fit VW Golf MK 3 or 4 or Polo MK 3 or 4.

Four stud, £120. Tel 01924 444867 /07981 863679.

(2478)

PET GOODS MMG dog cage, to fit Ford Focus estate or similar.

1m x 1m x 70cm high, lockable with escape hatch, £50. Tel 01924 497360. Buyer to collect.

(2487) SPORT/EXERCISE Full set of Dunlop golf clubs including bag and carry cart, balls and tees.

Good condition, £50. Tel 07988 955976. (2502) Exercise bouncer, £10. Tel 01924 469135. (2500) Two sets of golf clubs, trolleys and balls, £25 for all. Tel 01924 469135.

(2500)

If there is one ingredient that is always readily available during autumn, it’s pumpkin. Here in the UK we associate pumpkins with Halloween, carving faces into them to make lanterns ready for the 31st October.

Pumpkin is also a popular ingredient in Italian cooking. Not only is pumpkin a versatile ingredient that can be used in food and drinks – both sweet and savoury – but is particularly loved

by Italians because not only is it low cost, but you can use every last part of it, minimising waste. The flesh can be cooked, the seeds can be roasted and salted, and even the skin can be dried out and used as a container, in decoration or – of course – for Halloween lanterns.

There are few dishes as versatile as risotto. Not only adaptable, but very easy to make and doesn’t have to be expensive.

It was in Milan where Risotto alla Milanese was born. To this day the dish is still based around the same key ingredients, combining rice with stock, onions and parmesan cheese, however chefs all around the world are putting their own spin on the classic dish to breathe new life into the dish and experiment with different combinations of flavours.

While the shops are full of pumpkins, why not have a go at making the simple seasonal favourite for yourself? You can even make it vegetarian by substituting the chicken stock for vegetable stock, the pancetta for chopped mushrooms, and the parmesan cheese for any grated cheese of your choice.

Ingredients 200g Arborio rice 80g Pancetta 2 shallots 750ml Chicken stock 400g Pumpkin, chopped into cubes 100ml Dry white wine 2tbp Mascarpone cheese 50g Grated rated parmesan cheese 3tbsp Olive oil Salt and pepper

110 x DVD films, £50 ono.

Tel 01924 469135. (2500)

MUSICAL 50 vinyl records, 12” LPs and 7” singles. Big bands and various artists of yesteryear. In good condition, £5 the lot or will separate.

Tel 01924 519750. (2491)

onth Dish Of The M Risotto alla Zucca

Serves 4 Method

TRACY Brabin MP is encouraging her constituents to protect themselves from the flu virus.

Ms Brabin (Lab, Batley & Spen) visited Knights Oakwood Pharmacy in Birstall to receive her vaccination.

And following figures which revealed 235 people across Kirklees died from flu in 2018, a 27 per cent increase from 2017, Tracy Brabin called for as many people as possible to follow her lead.

“Getting vaccinated is quick and painless

and helps to take a lot of strain off the NHS during the busy winter months,” said Ms Brabin.

The flu vaccine is free for over 65s, children aged 11 and under, people with long-term conditions and frontline health and social care workers.

Peter Horrocks, superintendent pharmacist at Oakwood, said: “It’s vitally important for the elderly, and those who we deem being of high clinical risk, to receive their NHS vaccination.”

1. Heat a dry frying pan and fry the chopped pancetta until brown and crispy before setting aside.

2. Heat your chicken stock in a pan. Leave to simmer on a gentle heat.

3. Chop the shallots. Peel and slice up your pumpkin before chopping the flesh into cubes around half an inch in size. Add both ingredients to a large saucepan and gently sauté in olive oil for approximately five minutes.

4. Stir the rice in with the shallots and the pumpkin before cooking for a further two minutes.

5. Pour the dry white wine into the saucepan with the rice, pumpkin and shallots and continue cooking until the wine reduces.

6. Add 1/4 of the stock into the saucepan with the other ingredients. Stir well and cook until the liquid has been absorbed by the rice.

7. Pour in some more stock, continuing cooking and stirring, gradually adding in more stock until the rice is tender and the texture is creamy – don’t worry about using all of the stock.

This should take around fifteen minutes. Check that your rice is properly cooked – if it isn’t, add more stock and carry on cooking.

8. When it looks like you only have a couple of minutes to go, add in the pancetta, mascarpone cheese and half of the grated parmesan cheese and stir well.

9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve in bowls and top with the remaining parmesan cheese.

Bradford Road, Batley, WF17 6JD Tel: 01924 473970 www.zucchinirestaurant.co.uk

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Ramblers’ corner FORTHCOMING walks with the North Kirklees Group of the Ramblers – non-members are always welcome. Please call the walk leader for more details.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 26 CLECKHEATON RAMBLE Starts at 10.30am at Cleckheaton Town Hall (BD19 3RH, SE191254) A local area walk 7 miles – moderate Contact: Noel 07780 328561

Double treat for walkers DEWSBURY and District Rambling Club has two walks planned this week. The first is on Sunday (October 27) at Derwent Edge in the Peak District. Meet Cynthia O’Driscoll at the Wellington Road car park at 8.30am.

On Wednesday October 30 walkers are taking part in this year’s BBC Countryfile ramble for Children in Need.

Participants are encouraged to come in spooky fancy dress and raise money for a good cause. Meet at Dewsbury Minster at 10.30am.

A chance to see peace differently Fantastic vocals of lead singer Sounds Like The Seekers Cleckheaton Town Hall Review by Mike Poppewell

Social singing DEWSBURY Concert Society is on the lookout for new members.

The friendly group of singers meets on Wednesday evenings at Longcauseway Church Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm to rehearse a varied programme of songs for concerts throughout the year.

New members are always welcome for all singing parts, but especially tenors and contralto singers.

No audition is required and all are welcome. Keith Webster, of the society, said: “Singing is good for our well-being.”

For details contact Keith on 01924 443196.

A Potter’s Tale SPEN Valley Historical Society’s next meeting is on Wednesday November 13 when John Hudson will give the Bernard Howgate Memorial Lecture titled ‘A Potter’s Tale’.

Meetings are held in the Catholic Church Parish Hall on Dewsbury Road, Cleckheaton, starting at 7.30pm, with refreshments served from 7.15pm.

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Jiving chance PEOPLE keen on learning how to dance are invited to a rock & roll jive class, held every Thursday at Heckmondwike’s Brighton Street WMC (8pm9pm).

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A FREE walk-through experience comes to Dewsbury next month – and it’s a chance to see peace differently.

Researched and produced by young people in Dewsbury, Stoke, Peterborough and Sheerness, ‘BLINK’ draws on the UK’s local and national history of peace to ask audience members what kind of future they want to see.

On Saturday November 9 (3.30pm-8.30pm) audiences in Dewsbury town centre will enter the five eyes of BLINK to see peace differently – inside a giant kaleidoscope.

They’ll be challenged to resist the rules and create a new environment, working with others to build a giant boat and record messages of hope for the future.

Growing out of the art commem-

orations of the First World War, BLINK has been created by young people across the country as part of Emergency Exit Arts’ national Paper Peace Young Producers programme.

The training project has been running for the past year and has seen 48 young people, aged between 18 and 25, receive training from arts practitioners and museum experts in curatorial and event production.

The young producers have also learned to interpret a variety of historical sources from the past century and have connected with peace-building heritage in their local area.

Drawing on Dewsbury’s rich history of resisting the norms – from the Luddite uprising to the More In Common movement –

eight youngsters commissioned artist David Boultbee to create an experience for audiences to test their own ability to resist the rules.

Creative Scene’s senior producer Vicky Holliday said: “Watching this remarkable group of young people grow and flourish over the past year has been such a huge privilege.

“We have a wealth of talent in Dewsbury and the surrounding area and I’m very grateful to Emergency Exit Arts and our partners across the country for allowing this group of young people to stretch their creative muscles in order to produce BLINK.” BLINK is free, but time slots can be booked at www.creativescene.org.uk/paperpeace.

Last week’s ‘Sounds Like The Seekers’ show at Cleckheaton Town Hall certainly met with Trades Description legislation – they did!

Although maintaining that similarity for two hours proved just a little too much, it did not detract from the wonderful vocals of frontwoman Samantha.

Not surprisingly, considering it was 55 years ago that the original band arrived in England, the Cleckheaton fanbase was hardly in its first flush of youthfulness, but the enthusiasm generated by the excellent musicianship of the artists on stage was palpable – especially the vocals from the classically-trained Samantha.

Perhaps it wasn’t fair on the band to listen to one of my Seekers albums before going to the show, but though some of Samantha’s numbers were not quite Judith Durham her beautiful acapella rendition of the 18th-century French chanson ‘Plaisir d’amour’ perfectly matched my Seekers recording from 1964, and was the show-stopper for me.

Samantha, and promoter/partner Andy Tebbutt-Russell, were delighted with the response to their Dorset-based troupe from the sizeable audience and, as they prepared to head off to Morecambe for the next stage of their tour, they were at pains to point out their hope of a return to Cleckheaton next year.

The vocal range of the band’s lead singer was amazing and her overall performance and stage presence is all the more remarkable for the fact that she has mild autism.

“We don’t see this as something to hide from,” she says. “It should be out there to show what can be achieved despite these problems!”

Without doubt that point was proved convincingly and all that is left to be said is just look out for their return and take my advice – don’t miss it!

Service HQ’s bonfire and fireworks extravaganza WEST Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is putting the finishing touches to its annual charity bonfire and fireworks extravaganza.

The event will be held at Fire Service Headquarters in Birkenshaw from 5pm to 9.30pm on Saturday November 2.

From 7pm the bonfire will be lit and there will be a sensory-friendly session where noise and music will be minimal.

The session will end with a low-noise, bright-light firework display at 7.30pm.

Following that, the large main firework display will be at 8.15pm.

There will also be fun rides for children and adults, along with all the usual bonfire food and drink of the season.

This year all proceeds raised will go once again to The Fire Fighters Charity.

Control room crew manager Sarah Goodall, from the organising committee, said: “Every year the event is growing with more families coming along to join us for a safe and enjoyable celebra-

tion. With the introduction of the sensory-friendly half hour this year we hope that those people within our community who usually find bonfires too overwhelming can also come along and have a fantastic time.”

Chief fire officer John Roberts said: “This is one of the highlights of our calendar, and we love seeing the community come together to enjoy this special event.”

Tickets are priced at adults £8, children (16 and under) £5 and under-fives free.

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Slaz ladies fight back for victory Slazenger Men’s 1st 2 Leeds Adel 2nd 0 SLAZENGER’S firsts were back at their home fortress last weekend and were looking to inject some pride into their performance after a scuttling in Hull the previous week.

However, they made a sloppy start against an average Adel team and saves from the goalkeeper kept them in the game.

In-form Danny Perry bagged a goal before half-time to keep Slaz in the running and they were much-improved in the second half, culminating in Richard Tuddenham firing in a leveller with just five minutes to go.

Men’s 2nd 4 Ben Rhydding 3rd 0 THE MEN’S second team had a game of two halves, demonstrating in equal measure the best and worst that the team had to offer.

A lack of umpires saw the game start late and Slaz were lethargic when it did begin, looking far from the top-ofthe-league place they had earned.

They brought their best in the second half though, with Asad Baig bagging all four goals and man of the match Robin Brearton cleaning up well at the back.

Men’s 3rd 4 Boston Spa 2nd 5 STILL searching for their first win of the season, the Slazenger thirds went behind in the first minute but twice came back to make it 2-2 at half-time.

At 3-3, Boston Spa scored twice in quick succession and although Slaz threatened a late comeback, they couldn’t find an equaliser.

Men’s 4th 1-3 Wakefield 6th Men’s 5th 0-15 Sheffield Uni Bankers 6th Men’s 6th 0-4 City of York 10th Ladies’ 1st 3 Huddersfield Dragons 1st 2 HUDDERSFIELD Dragons came to Horbury looking for their first points of the season, while Slaz were determined to regain their winning ways after last weekend’s surprise defeat.

Slaz started strongly and Field slammed home their opener from a well-executed short corner before the Dragons turned things around with two goals just before halftime.

The home side were more determined after the break, dominating the second half with Field scoring her second and Paige then tapping in the winner before strong defence

helped them see out the final five minutes.

Ladies’ 2nd 2 Colne Valley 1st 3 SLAZENGER led 2-1 at halftime after goals from Nicci Swinden and Tuscany Mellor, but Colne Valley improved in the second half to claim the win.

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Ladies’ 3rd 1-1 (1-3) Hull Hawks 1st (Cup) SLAZENGER’S thirds got back to winning ways in the league with a victory over Huddersfield on Saturday, before starting their Yvonne Horner Shield campaign the following day.

Slaz led for much of the cup tie but a late Hull equaliser took the game to penalty flicks and the Hawks won 3-1.

Slazenger’s Under-12 Girls THE team returned to Adel for their second tournament of the season last Sunday.

They made a confident start with a 2-0 win over Harrogate before narrow losses to Northallerton and Thirsk.

The girls bounced back for a brilliant 3-0 win in their fourth game before finishing with a draw against Bingley Bees.

Sharples strikes late as Batley get back on track BATLEY Ladies returned to winning ways last weekend with a late 1-0 victory at Northallerton.

They started the game with a few positional changes due to injuries and last-minute drop-outs. This saw Gemma Elsworth move from the left side of midfield to the right, and she excelled in her new position and from the get-go was showcasing her skills down the wing.

She laid on a cracking ball for Gail Culshaw to run onto and win Batley their first penalty corner. Unfortunately this didn’t amount to anything but Batley pushed on with fire in their bellies.

Mel Neal also dropped into defence for this game and showed what a natural defender she is. On the rare occasion Northallerton attacked they couldn’t find a way through as she was there winning the ball.

Batley spent the majority of the first half

attacking and should have been at least 4-0 up after a first half in which they had seven penalty corners.

Culshaw and Kim Sharples both had shots saved off the line and Rach Stewart hit the ball wide from their last penalty corner of the half.

Batley continued to press in the second half but were getting increasingly frustrated as the game went on. Northallerton had a couple of great opportunities to capitalise but Vicky Almond, who had dropped into defence for this game, saved their bacon.

With five minutes to go, Elsworth slipped a delightful pass to Sarah Fretwell who found Sharples, and some great stick work saw her round two defenders and chip the ball into the net for the winner.

Batley are back at home this week as they take on the side currently bottom of the league, Harrogate.

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Strafford clinches title

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O’Brien closing in on record A

IDEN O’BRIEN looks all but certain to equal Sir Henry Cecil’s record of nine wins in the Group 1 Vertem Futurity at Doncaster after his Ballydoyle stable was responsible for 11 of the 12 runners left in the race at Monday’s five-day stage.

O’Brien is well known for making multiple entries in major races but has never dominated the field for a Group One contest so comprehensively. KAMEKO, from Andrew Balding’s stable in Hampshire, is the only possible runner from a British yard in the race which offers £10,000 for fourth place.

O’Brien has won the Vertem Futurity, which was run for many years as the Racing Post Trophy, nine times and will equal Sir Henry’s record if he can saddle the winner for a third successive time tomorrow (Saturday).

He has an added incentive as he is just over £100,000 behind John Gosden in the race for the trainers’ championship, having made significant inroads into what had appeared to be an insurmountable lead for Gosden with two winners on Champions Day at Ascot last Saturday. With prize money down to sixth place, a clean sweep for O’Brien’s runners would be worth £200,000 and give him a realistic hope of taking the crown.

With no certainty over the

eventual make-up of O’Brien’s challenge, several bookmakers declined to price up the race earlier this week, though Carrigill’s installed MOGUL, a full brother to this year’s International Stakes winner, Japan, as the hot favourite at 4-7.

TARBOOSH was a ready winner at Musselburgh last time out and, now back to his best, will be tough to head in the valuable 5f Doncaster Handicap which he won last year.

The unexposed two-yearold ART POWER can take the opening Listed Doncaster Stakes. He bolted up in a York novice recently and it is well worth taking note when Tim Easterby has a horse who is

that good so early in their career, and there should be lots more to come from the well-bred grey.

Karl Burke’s horses are in fine form, as typified by his winners in the opening two races at Pontefract on Tuesday, and he steps up GRAVITY FORCE to Group 3 level at Newbury tomorrow (Saturday 2.50). He may find one too good, however, in Ralph Beckett’s exciting youngster KINROSS. William Haggas’s YOUNG RASCAL has lived up to his name this season but a gelding operation and a return to Newbury for the Group 3 Victoria Club Stakes could get him back on track.

He is three from four at the Berkshire track, including a dead heat with this year’s likely favourite MORANDO off these terms last year. He goes well fresh and the softer the ground the better his chances.

Turning to the fences, CAPTAIN TOMMY looks capable of further progress in the 3m handicap hurdle at Cheltenham tomorrow 3pm (Saturday.)

CARRIGILL’S NAP: (money back as a free bet if finishes outside top 4): VINTAGE CLOUDS, Kelso, Saturday 3.00.

AUGUR’S BEST BET: TARBOOSH (e/w), Saturday, Doncaster, 4.00.

HAPPY FAMILY: A delighted Ryan Strafford with dad Chris and son Benjamin MIRFIELD rider Ryan Strafford retained his Thundersport GP1 superbikes title on a dramatic final weekend of the season.

Strafford went into the final event at Oulton Park with just a nine-point lead over Kieran Smith at the top of the championship, after he missed three races in the previous round for the birth of his son.

The season climax had a different set-up to previous rounds, with only two races and double points. Ryan clinched pole but was pipped at the line by Smith in the first race, so he knew he had to finish ahead of his rival in the final race.

In wet conditions, Strafford made a blistering start and Smith crashed out, allowing him to bring the bike home at a steady pace to keep his crown.

“What an amazing year we’ve had,” he said after the race. “So many race wins, consistent riding, great battles with great competitors and to top off the championship, Krysta and I have a

beautiful little boy. What more could I ask for?”

Free practice took place on Friday with five of the six sessions proving to be wet affairs. This allowed the team to dial in a good suspension setting ahead of what promised to be a wet race day on Saturday.

It rained overnight as expected and Strafford set the pace with some blistering times in qualifying. He set the fastest time over every lap, was the only rider to break the two-minute barrier and finished on pole, 1.2 seconds ahead of second-placed Smith.

The track was starting to dry out ahead of the first race and both of the title rivals opted for a hard rain tyre. However, the heavens opened again early in the race and left both fighting for grip.

By this point the two were locked in a fierce battle.

Strafford led in the opening two laps but Smith crossed the line first on lap three.

The lead changed hands at almost every corner through-

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out the remaining laps as neither gave an inch.

Unfortunately Ryan came off worst with backmarkers on the penultimate lap, putting him two seconds down ahead of the final lap. As the riders came into view out of the last corner they were virtually side-by-side, but it was Smith who got to the line first.

That saw him leap up to the top of the standings with a one-point advantage, making the final race winnertakes-all.

The rain returned 15 minutes before the start and soaked the circuit, giving the team time to switch to the soft wet tyre for better grip.

Strafford made an awesome start from pole, leading by several bike lengths going into the first corner, but Smith crashed out midway through the first lap.

That meant the title was Strafford’s as long as he could bring the bike home, which he duly did as he eased off to finish in third place and become a back-toback champion.

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OSSETT UNITED secured a creditable draw at second-placed Tadcaster Albion in a competitive West Yorkshire derby.

Despite their hosts winning four out of four at the Global Stadium heading into the game, United produced an improved performance to secure their first point on the road this season.

Alex McQuade’s first goal of the campaign had them on course for all three at one stage in the second half, but Ioan Evans’s quick response ensured the spoils were shared from a game Ossett manager Andy Welsh felt they could have got more from.

“Tadcaster have been on a fantastic run, they’re second in the league, and you can see they are a hard-working side,” he said.

“I thought we really imposed ourselves on the game. Their defender, that last-ditch tackle for Guesty (Nick Guest) having a tap in, if he doesn’t touch that it’s possibly one of the goals of the season for the build-up play. “(It’s) really, really positive.

Credit to the lads. Probably the biggest disappointment is again coming away from a game where we should have had two stonewall penalties.

POINTS SHARED: Ossett United celebrate defender Alex McQuade’s opening goal (left), and Elliott Harrison looks to beat a Tadcaster defender “I was delighted with the application; result-wise I thought we deserved more if I’m honest.”

Ossett made the brighter start but it was Tadcaster who had the first big chance of the game, as goalkeeper Jacob Chapman made a fantastic save to tip Kevin Santos’s effort over the bar.

Thomas Clare, making his United debut up front on loan from Boston United, struck wide under pressure in the first chance to come his way.

The visitors had a strong penalty shout when Guest looked to have been brought down in the 34th minute, but the referee waved away

United protests.

Corey Gregory then went close with a low strike from the edge of the box as the sides went into halftime scoreless.

Clare was denied by goalkeeper Ingham early in the second half before Albion had the closest chance yet as Donald Chimalilo smashed the post.

The deadlock was broken just before the hour mark. Gregory’s corner wasn’t fully cleared and the ball found McQuade to hook it into the back of the net from close range.

However, that lead lasted only five minutes as Alex Wiles pulled

the ball back and Evans bundled home from close range for a quick Taddy response.

Guest went close from the restart and Ossett had a big chance on the break but a brilliant challenge denied them a sight of goal, while Santos curled wide at the other end.

Wiles and Santos were then denied in injury time as United took home a point which keeps them in 17th place in the Northern Premier N/West Division table.

They will return to home comforts for the first time since the start of the month tomorrow (Saturday, kick-off 3pm) when

PHOTO: John Hirst

Widnes travel to Ingfield.

FULL-BACK Ben Hampson has departed Ossett United to move to Ramsbottom United.

Hampson made nine appearances after signing for the club in the summer, following a spell abroad, but has accepted an offer from Ramsbottom to play closer to home.

Ossett manager Andy Welsh said: “We didn’t want to lose Ben but understand the distance and finances can sometimes dictate at this level.

“He has been unfortunate with his injury in the last three weeks but we wish him well.”

BOXING Perseverance pays off as Josh into national final Sedge win eight-goal thriller NCEL Premier Division

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ALBION SPORTS came from behind three times but Liversedge’s perseverance paid off as they rallied to collect the win in an eight-goal thriller.

Liversedge continued their superb start to the season with a seventh win in nine games – and a fourth on the bounce – but were made to do it the hard way in this local derby.

Albion were resilient but Sedge were the better side and got the win they deserved in the end, with talisman Joe Walton starting and finishing the scoring.

Walton passed the 100-goal mark for the club in their victory over Silsden the previous weekend and wasted no time in notching his

101st, netting inside 40 seconds to get his side off to the perfect start.

The home side levelled the scores against the run of play in the 19th minute though, as Lamin Janneh scored his first of the game after a free kick for a foul on the counter.

Liversedge enjoyed a nice portion of luck to get back in front. Skipper Tom Jackson competed for a header with Elliot Holmes, with the ball bouncing off Holmes and looping over goalkeeper Matt Smith.

However, they couldn’t take that lead into the break as Janneh struck again, with the blow on this occasion coming in stoppage time.

The Clayborners kept their composure going into the second half, and were rewarded on the hourmark when Oliver Fearon found the target for the sixth time this season.

This time their advantage lasted for no more than four minutes as Joe Thornton pounced on a loose ball in the box to finish.

But Liversedge continued to attack in determined fashion. Jack Thompson gave them the lead for the fourth time in the match in the 72nd minute, and they could finally breathe easy with four minutes left on the clock as Walton netted his second – and 12th of the season – to seal the win.

The result gives them 22 points after nine matches with a four-point deficit on leaders Staveley Miners Welfare, who have played two games more.

Goole, in 10th place, will provide their next test tomorrow (Saturday, kick-off 3pm) at Clayborn.

Liversedge are also due to be in action on Tuesday (October 30, kickoff 7.45pm) with a first-round West Riding County Cup tie away at Campion.

The clash was originally scheduled for the beginning of the month but had to be postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

Big wins in local cup first-round ties THE HEAVY Woollen District knockout competitions got underway last weekend, with Mirfield Town, New Inn and Ravenswharfe all scoring seven goals to progress in their Brook Butler Cup ties.

Mirfield defeated Clifton Rangers Athletic 7-3 at home to go through to the second round while Ravenswharfe were 7-1 winners at home to Inter Batley.

New Inn also had a comfortable first-round win as they saw off Sands Lane with a 7-1 away success, and Dewsbury Rangers Under-21s won 6-0 at home to Clifton Rangers Reserves.

The other winner last weekend in the competition was Birstall CC, who won 2-0 at Battyeford.

The Wheatley Cup also started last week with three first-round ties,

which included Morley Town edging a 6-5 thriller at home to Howden Clough’s Wakefield and District side.

The other two matches were decided on penalties after 2-2 ties.

Howden Clough’s West Yorkshire League team were beaten 6-5 in the shootout by Hanging Heaton while Tingley Athletic Reserves came out on top 4-3 from the spot at Norristhorpe.

JOSH HARGREAVES is one win away from defending his national title after triumphing in the semifinals last weekend.

Hargreaves, 24, will face Jordan Phelps in the England Boxing National Development Championships final in Banbury – the third year in a row that he has reached the final of the tournament.

In the 2017 event the Batley fighter, who trains at Purge Poxing Academy, had only recently returned to the sport, and used defeat as motivation to come back and win the title 12 months later.

He is now aiming to claim backto-back titles in the 60kg category after defeating Wearmouth’s Lewis Wharton in the northern final via a unanimous decision.

There were other successes last

DEFENDING CHAMP: Josh Hargreaves week for Purge with Callum Grace and Rizwan Aslam, who have both won national titles in the past, moving into the Yorkshire finals in the NABGC Championships and Zayan Ahmed claiming the Yorkshire title for the second time.

ATHLETICS Spen cross-country SPENBOROUGH AC’s senior men’s team finished in 32nd place at the Northern Cross Country relays at Graves Park in Sheffield last weekend.

Henry Carter was the fastest of the Spen runners, completing the first leg in 39th place. Kevin Ogden and Neil Barker improved the team’s position before Craig Thompson brought the team in on the final leg of the relay, which was won by Lincoln City.

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New deal for Sykes and place on coaching team PAUL SYKES has signed a new deal to remain at Dewsbury Rams for the 2020 season, and will also take on a role in the backroom staff.

The 38-year-old half-back will enter his fifth season at his hometown club and will complement playing duties with a new position as an assistant coach.

The former England and Great Britain international has been a firm fans’ favourite since joining in 2016, in the twilight of a career which has also taken in Bradford, London Broncos, Wakefield and Featherstone.

Sykes has made 125 appearances in his time at the Rams, scoring 22 tries, and has reiterated his desire to finish his playing career at the club.

Head coach Lee Greenwood expressed his delight to keep Sykes on board and explained what his additional role will be next season.

“I feel this is a great move for all parties involved,” he said. “Paul wants to finish his playing career here whilst starting on his coaching path.

“We have gone through a change with backroom staff and I believe the coaching team will complement each other well. Paul will add a very experienced and respected voice from a coaching perspective now, as well as his influence as a player.

“Paul shared a lot of my frustration last year but understands the necessary process we are going through and is firmly behind it.

“On the playing front, I felt Paul generally performed really well, despite suffering a bad injury and

HOMETOWN HERO: Paul Sykes will have a coaching role at the Rams in 2020 playing in a team that was going through a transitional period.

“He has a winning mentality and is keen to pass on his knowledge to others, while continuing to play well himself.”

Dewsbury have also confirmed two new additions in the past week, with Sonny Esslemont and James Thornton signing one-year deals to move to the Tetley’s Stadium from Sheffield.

Esslemont, 25, is a versatile forward who started his career at Hull KR and enjoyed previous spells at Keighley Cougars and Hemel Stags.

On the signing of the Scotland international, Greenwood said: “I’m pleased to get Sonny on board for 2020. He is coming into his prime years now and wants to get settled at a club he is happy at.

“I have followed his career since he came through at Hull KR and I

believe there is a lot more to come from him.

“He has a good understanding of the game and is a smart player. I am confident he can become a regular here for years to come.”

The Rams have also added to their pack with the signing of Dewsbury-born Thornton.

The 24-year-old began his career at Bradford and joined Hemel, where he earned a move to Featherstone. However, an ACL injury set his progress back and he spent last season with the Eagles.

“James could be an interesting signing for us. He is a Dewsbury lad so will be keen to make it work here,” said boss Greenwood.

“He has come for an opportunity to impress and see what happens, which I like. He knows there is competition for places in our pack but is happy to try and force his way in.”

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Stags and Sharks on top MIRFIELD STAGS and Shaw Cross Sharks both top their Pennine League divisions after maintaining their winning starts to the season last weekend.

The Stags made it three wins out of three to open their Division One campaign with a 38-12 success at Almondbury Spartans.

Playing down the slope in the first half, Mirfield fell behind to an early penalty goal but rallied to post tries through Ryan Fenton, Casey Canterbury and Connor Squires to lead 16-6 at the break.

They then made a fast start to the second half to establish full control.

Tom Coates crossed for a secondhalf hat-trick while Dom Flanagan also grabbed a try to ease the visitors to victory. Wayne Wilson kicked five conversions from seven attempts.

Mirfield head coach Richard Silverwood said: “They certainly came out the traps quicker than us playing up hill and we just about hung on in that first half, so credit to the lads.

“The second half playing uphill we found it easier to get better ruck speed and we came up with some classy tries, which were usually topped off by some outstanding

goal-kicking by Wayne Wilson.”

The Stags are level on points in the table with Upton, and the top two go head-to-head in Mirfield tomorrow (Saturday).

Elsewhere in the division, Hanging Heaton suffered their first loss of the season in a 26-4 defeat at Sharlston Rovers, and will host Almondbury Spartans tomorrow.

Shaw Cross moved to the summit in Division Two with an impressive 50-10 victory at home to South Yorkshire Eagles.

It was only 18-10 at half-time as the visitors found two replies following tries from Ben Ripley, Callum Barker and Nathan Wright.

The Sharks hit top form to score 32 unanswered points in the second half, with Sam Ottewell notching a double and Barker going over for his second of the match.

Sam Bastow, Brad Baines and Brandan French also crossed late on for Shaw Cross, who will look to retain top spot tomorrow when they face a battle of the Sharks at Seacroft.

Thornhill Trojans are in third place in the table after a 12-4 win at Fryston Warriors, and they face a home tie against Allerton Bywater tomorrow.

Beevers in Nines team of the tournament CAITLIN BEEVERS was included in the team of the tournament at the World Cup Nines last weekend.

It was a disappointing event for both England sides, with neither able to reach the final, but the Birstall teenager was chosen as a standout in the women’s competition.

She was one of two England players, alongside Rhiannion Marshall, chosen in the team of the tournament in Sydney, just a week after winning the Women’s Super League Grand Final with Leeds Rhinos.

Beevers, who scored a try in the opening victory over Papua New Guinea, said: “Unfortunately, we didn’t make the final which was our ultimate aim and we are disappointed not to have progressed further, but this has been an invaluable experience for the team and also me personally.”

Beevers, along with Castleford player Georgia Roche, from Batley, is now set to travel to Papua New Guinea for a two-match test series, beginning on November 9.

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Durham City unable to conquer fortress Moorend North One East

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CLECKHEATON maintained their winning record at Moorend with an impressive bonus-point win over Durham City.

They made it four wins out of four on home soil in the new season with a good all-round performance, including a dominant display in the pack and a man-of-the-match role from Mikey Hayward out wide.

Several players had picked up knocks in the defeat at York the previous week. Joey Carley was on the bench at the start along with Chris Piper and Archie Rika-Rayne, as Brad Marsden returned and Jack Seddon was back at number eight.

Cleckheaton got on the board first with a pin-point kick across the field from Dale Breakwell which found Hayward. He still had plenty to do but evaded a couple of despairing tackles to excellently score wide on the left and establish an early 5-0 lead.

A terrific rolling maul made some 20 metres down the right towards the try line but hooker Ben Thrower was adjudged to have bro-

ken away from the maul and the chance was lost.

Tempers were getting a bit frayed as the half went on. Durham had a player sent to the sin bin when Jack Marshall got a bang on the nose which forced him off the field to stem the flow of blood, bringing Carley into play in the unfamiliar right wing position with James Wilson reverting to full-back.

The numerical advantage didn’t last as Dale Breakwell incurred the wrath of the referee with a high tackle and he was also shown yellow on the half-hour mark. Durham kicked the simple penalty to make it 5-3.

The Cleck lead was extended when captain Matt Piper backed up some smart work by Tom Breakwell to crash through under the posts, and the scorer also added the extras for a 12-3 half-time lead.

Durham had the majority of the possession at the start of the second half and put the home team under great pressure with some superb ball retention. It came as no surprise when they scored next to the posts after a period of pressure to reduce the gap to three points.

Marshall returned after his blood injury and Cleckheaton were back at full strength, with Dale

on 66 minutes though, with the conversion narrowing the difference to only one score again.

From the restart the ball didn’t go 10 metres and Cleckheaton set about restoring their lead. Andy Piper again controlled the driving maul for his second try of the game and Dale Breakwell kicked for a 31-17 advantage.

With the home pack dominant, the Durham prop was sin-binned for an incorrect bind and in similar fashion to the previous driving maul, the Durham pack was sent into reverse. This time Ryan Piercy crashed over for his second try of the season and Breakwell’s boot completed the win.

HIT THE GROUND RUNNING: Mikey Hayward scores Cleck’s first try Breakwell out of the bin and Chris Piper brought on for Ben Thrower.

The Cleck pack were starting to dominate proceedings and another classic rolling maul, after Tom Austin won ball at the lineout, saw prop Andy Piper rumble over the whitewash to extend the lead

to

PHOTO: Gerald Christian

17-10.

Just five minutes later, Jack Seddon got on the end of a superb ball from Olly Depledge to give Cleckheaton a bit of breathing space and the bonus-point try, which Dale Breakwell converted.

Durham added their second try

TOM LILLYCROP is set to make his debut for Cleckheaton in this weekend’s trip to Driffield.

The former Batley Bulldogs forward retired from rugby league at the end of the 2019 season and has now switched codes to sign for Cleck.

Lillycrop, 27, has been named on the bench as the Moorenders search for their first away win of the season.

They will be underdogs against Driffield, who top the table with six wins in their opening seven, including a perfect home record.

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DEWSBURY RAMS chairman Mark Sawyer has insisted there is “no conflict of interest” after acquiring a minor shareholding in Bradford Bulls as part of a consortium taking over the club.

The purchase of the crisisridden Bulls was announced on Tuesday night at a Bradford fans’ forum at Dewsbury’s Tetley’s Stadium, with Sawyer holding a 24.99 per cent stake.

Nigel Wood – the head of International Rugby League and the former RFL chief executive – and his family are the major shareholder in the new consortium that has taken over the club from Andrew Chalmers.

Eric Perez, who founded Toronto Wolfpack and recently took over Hemel Stags ahead of a relocation to Ottawa for 2021, is the interim chairman.

Sawyer’s involvement with the Championship club is within the RFL’s rules as his stake is less than 25 per cent, and he insists that there will be no conflict of interest between his two roles.

“I’m determined to make sure there’s no conflict between having shares in Bradford and being the main shareholder and chairman at Dewsbury,” he said.

“I’m determined to make sure that neither of the clubs will suffer for the fact I’ve got an interest in both.

“It won’t affect my chairmanship of Dewsbury. I’m taking the maximum amount in Bradford that I’m allowed to. I’ll be acting as a consultant but at any one time I’m doing that for people in other businesses. It’s just another role I’ve got.”

The Bulls are reported to be more than £750,000 in debt, although a significant debt to former owner Chalmers will be written off. Sawyer said at the fans’ forum event that he is already dealing with creditors and is confident that all debts will be repaid.

“It won’t be money coming out of my pocket that was going into Dewsbury,” he said. “Fans need to understand that.

“It isn’t a case of getting involved at Bradford and thinking I need to save a few quid at Dewsbury. I’m not looking to dispose of my shares in Dewsbury or step down in the foreseeable future.

‘COMMITTED’: Mark Sawyer says his involvement at Bradford Bulls will have no impact on his running of Dewsbury Rams “I’m as committed as I ever have been, I’ve been there for 18 years. Unless the fans decide they’ve had enough of me I’ll continue in my role trying to make Dewsbury the best team it can be, and as sustainable as possible.

“Dewsbury must remain a sustainable business so that if I keel over at any time, somebody can step up and run that business.”

Bradford announced their intention in August to leave their Odsal home due to the high rent and maintenance costs, instead agreeing a temporary groundshare with the Rams at the Tetley’s Stadium.

This has been approved by the RFL for the 2020 season and Sawyer says that he will be working hard to ensure the Bulls can return to the city in 12 months’ time, but he admits that their stay in Dewsbury will be extended if a home is not found in that time.

Sawyer first became involved with Bradford as that groundshare was arranged, and he then helped act as an intermediary between Chalmers and the RFL.

When Chalmers decided to step down from the club, he saw the opportunity to help out.

“It was extremely difficult to

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get new investors in, and I just woke up one day and thought in the interests of Dewsbury, where do we come in as a tenant?” said Sawyer. “And also in the interest of rugby league, I thought I could offer something.”

The close relationship between the two clubs had led to fears from supporters of the potential for a merger, but this suggestion has been dismissed by Sawyer.

“That is not the intention whatsoever. Bradford is Bradford and Dewsbury is Dewsbury,” he said.

The Rams will hold a fans’ forum on Wednesday (October 30) at 7.30pm in which supporters can put questions to Sawyer.

It was also suggested at Tuesday’s Bradford forum that Batley chairman Kevin Nicholas had provided support to the consortium. Nicholas has clarified that this was purely legal advice.

“They asked for a little bit of legal advice on certain issues because I’m a solicitor,” he said.

“I’ve no more involvement in it than that. I’m 100 per cent Batley Bulldogs.”

Uncertainty on dual-reg for Bulldogs BATLEY BULLDOGS are being forced to play a waiting game on loans and dual-registration because Super League clubs are reluctant to commit to agreements ahead of their new reserves competition in 2020, according to coach Craig Lingard.

The club benefitted from a loose arrangement with Kirklees neighbours Huddersfield Giants last season, with Sam Wood enjoying a season-long loan while Olly Russell and Reiss Butterworth spent time at the Fox’s Biscuits Stadium on dual-reg.

Lingard says that Batley have made enquiries with the Giants about retaining an arrangement next year, but the top-flight side are hesitant to make any commitments.

“We made loose enquiries with Huddersfield about taking a few of their players on loan for the season, but Huddersfield are reluctant to let players leave because they’ve got fixtures to fulfil with their reserve team,” said the Bulldogs boss.

“There’s no guarantee yet with loan players or dual-reg because a lot of Super League teams are waiting to see what’s happening with the reserve competition first.

“It’s a difficult one for Super League teams and teams outside Super League that are looking to try and benefit from dual-registration because no-one really knows what format this reserve competition is going to take and whether it will be a strong one or not.

“Certainly for the first five or six weeks of the reserve competition, we might see a lot of firstteam players playing in that competition rather than going out on loan or dual-registration anywhere.”

Batley last week confirmed their seventh new signing of the season as prop forward Jack Blagbrough joined the club from York.

The 25-year-old made 24 appearances last season as the Knights achieved a third-place finish in the Championship.

Blagbrough began his career with Huddersfield, making one Super League appearance in 2013 before joining Sheffield Eagles the following season. He moved to Leigh Centurions in 2018 before his one-year spell in North Yorkshire.

“He’s another middle who has some decent size on him, there’s some aggression in his carry and his defence as well,” said Lingard.

“With what he achieved at York last year and how he helped them finish in the top three, he’s going to come and improve the pack that we’ve got.

“He’s the right age as well, he’s still a young kid so he’s still got a lot of rugby in front of him.

He’s had that experience of being full-time at Huddersfield and Leigh, so he’s played for some top clubs and for someone at such a young age he’s got some experience.”

Blagbrough’s signature takes Batley’s squad size up to 22, and Lingard says the club are looking to bring in one more forward to complement the pack being assembled.

“We’ll potentially need to bring another one in in that position as well. As of yet we’ve not got any definite targets,” he said.

“We’ve got a few people on the radar but we’re in that position where we’ve got a decent squad so we don’t want to jump in and spend our budget on a player for the sake of it.”