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Passenger died in Bolton Abbey crash as a result of turn made by her friend
An 80-year-old woman died after the car in which she was a passenger turned directly into the path of a farmer’s pick-up and trailer on the A59 near Bolton Abbey, an inquest heard. The elderly woman driver may have been making a U-turn after taking
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Popular Ilkley law talks to return after summer break
The Ilkley office of Wilsons Solicitors is taking a summer break from its popular discussion groups which are held on the third Monday of each month in the Clarke Foley centre. The law firm started the forums in April and since then they have become
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Canine visitors at Airedale Hospital's open day
A greyhound who has brightened up the lives of hundreds of elderly people and children will be one of two canine visitors at a hospital’s open day. Meg the greyhound, alongside her owner, 75-year-old Jane Thrower, has been visiting local hospitals
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Memorial stone for Ilkley First World War soldier who won Victoria Cross
Memorial paving stones are to be placed in the district in honour of two soldiers who received Victoria Crosses for their feats of outstanding bravery in the First World War. The specially-designed slabs will be laid at places of birth across the
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Space theme for Ilkley churches annual holiday club
The annual Churches Together in Ilkley Holiday Club starts on Monday at St John’s Church, Ben Rhydding. Doors open at 9.45am for a 10am start, and the club lasts until noon, every day next Friday, August 16. The club is aimed at primary school
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Martin House children's hospice to open shop in Ilkley
A hospice for young people with terminal illnesses has chosen Ilkley as the place to open its eighth shop. The new shop will be on 21 Brook Street, just doors away from letting agents Linley & Simpson, which has made the hospice its charity
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Tony Gaunt's friends and family pay for Addingham defibrillator
A new defibrillator will be officially handed over at Addingham sports pavilion in a ceremony on Saturday morning. At the recent funeral of Tony Gaunt, a well-loved and liked member of the village community, who died suddenly, his family nominated
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Ilkley Cycling Club’s hospice donation
Ilkley Cycling Club has celebrated its annual barbecue event by presenting £2,400 to charities. A massive turnout on Yorkshire Day last week saw rides going in all directions from Ilkley including a novelty ice cream dash to the Cavendish Pavilion
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'Secret' Wharfedale club meets for the love of cakes
A cake club that meets at secret locations throughout Wharfedale is not just about the tasty treats, it is also a place for people of all walks of life to get together and make new friends. The Wharfedale Clandestine Cake Club meets once a month
