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Chelsea turn to Xabi Alonso in bid to revive club's flagging fortunes
22+ hour, 44+ min ago (643+ words) Xabi Alonso has signed a four-year deal to become Chelsea's new manager and will begin work on July 1. An agreement for the former Real Madrid boss to replace Liam Rosenior was reached by late on Saturday and the club have…...
Dr Louise Newson to bring new show to Ilkley's King's Hall
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (149+ words) Dr Louise Newson is set to appear in Ilkley with her new show on Monday. The renowned physician and women's hormone specialist will be at King's Hall on May 18, with her new show, Breaking the Cycle: The Power of Hormones....
Science caf" returns to Otley with talks on astronomy, crayfish and finance
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (341+ words) FROM invisible galaxies and battling crayfish to unexpected links between evolution and finance, Science Caf" is back at Otley Courthouse this June with an evening of engaging, accessible research. The event brings together three speakers from the University of York…...
GALBA challenge 'mixed decision' over LBA night flights
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (513+ words) The Group for Action on Leeds Bradford Airport (GALBA) is challenging what it describes as a "mixed decision" by Leeds City Council over night flying at the airport. The council has granted Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) a Certificate of Lawful…...
Annual Ilkley fashion show raises more than "5, 000 for cancer charity
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (293+ words) FAITH in Fashion delivers another unforgettable night" " that was the verdict following this year's Macmillan Ilkley Fashion Show, held in the stunning surroundings of All Saints' Church on Thursday, April 30. Around 140 guests attended the popular annual event, enjoying a glass…...
Help at hand for back, neck and sciatica pain with free Ilkley event
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (316+ words) RESIDENTS across Ilkley and the surrounding Wharfedale area are being offered the chance to find relief from persistent back, neck and sciatica pain at a free local information evening. Spine Solutions, in partnership with Dutchy Hospital " part of Circle Health…...
Pat's Party returns this June " book now to avoid disappointment
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (285+ words) A MUCH-loved summer music festival in Ben Rhydding is set to return next month, with organisers urging families to book early after three consecutive sell-out years. Pat's Party will take place on Saturday, June 27, bringing together generations of local families…...
World-class Romana Pilates training centre launched in Ilkley
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (419+ words) A NEW teacher training centre is set to bring global-standard Pilates education to the North of England. Ilkley's Kirstin Ferrie, founder of Pure Pilates, has announced the launch of a world-class Pilates training centre delivering world class Romana Pilates teacher…...
One dies on railway track this afternoon - Bradford and Leeds trains are cancelled
4+ day, 18+ hour ago (224+ words) TRAIN services at Bradford and Leeds are cancelled or delayed this afternoon after a "casualty was found on the tracks". British Transport Police were called just before 3pm this afternoon to Kirkstall Forge after a "casualty was found on the tracks…...
Ilkley fashion show raises thousands for Macmillan Cancer Support
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (265+ words) A NIGHT of style has raised thousands for a cancer charity. The Macmillan Ilkley Fashion Show took place at All Saints Church on April 30, welcoming around 140 guests for an evening of fashion, entertainment, and fundraising, all in support of Macmillan…...