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Get involved in Sky Ride Local 24 May 2012
Manchester Road closures 23 May 2012
Games in the Park: Playground favourites brought back to life 23 May 2012
Disability Rocks at Nell Bank 23 May 2012
Ilkley Lido opens for the summer 23 May 2012
Work starts on park improvements 23 May 2012
New Lord Mayor takes office 23 May 2012
Bradford's Mela returns 23 May 2012
Young ambassadors go for gold 23 May 2012
Small electric items bank 23 May 2012
Jubilee Celebrations at Keighley Library 23 May 2012
Legacy project reflects Bradford’s heritage 23 May 2012
Bingley Music Live supports rising stars 14 May 2012
Lord Mayor's Carnival Parade - celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee 11 May 2012
Praise for short breaks guidance 11 May 2012
Fundraising ironman ready for Olympic Torch Relay 11 May 2012
Raising profile of Industrial Museum’s textile collection 10 May 2012
Loving and supportive homes needed for older children 10 May 2012
Iconic walking and cycling bridge takes shape 9 May 2012
Setting up a business is child’s play for Nehgat 9 May 2012
Sparkling award ceremony for the Little Diamonds of Bradford 8 May 2012
Bus lane warning to motorists 8 May 2012
Fun and nature for all the family at Nell Bank 8 May 2012
Local writers praise Good Dog in short story anthology 8 May 2012
Nostalgic day to celebrate jubilee 8 May 2012
Getting stuck in on World Clean Up Day 8 May 2012
Remembering victims of fire disaster 8 May 2012
Improvements to be made to city centre streets 4 May 2012
A Zumba start to the week 3 May 2012
A Postcard to Emily Bronte 30 April 2012
Walk this way in May 30 April 2012
Leisure centres temporarily close for elections 30 April 2012
The Italian Job 30 April 2012
Games inspire Evan to walk to school 27 April 2012
New ViPR exercise class launched 27 April 2012
Doe Park re-opens for summer 26 April 2012
Bradford diver set for international stage 24 April 2012
Boot camp for mega fitness success 24 April 2012
Nero join Bingley Music Live 23 April 2012
Daffodils and Diamonds 19 April 2012
Moorlands celebrated in new exhibition 18 April 2012
St George's Day celebrated in Bradford's City Park 17 April 2012
b active winner is fighting fit 17 April 2012
First Food Festival for Keighley 17 April 2012
New football leagues launched 12 April 2012
City hoping for Polish, Spanish and Chinese fans 12 April 2012
Divers celebrate further success 12 April 2012
£50k revamp for children's playground 11 April 2012
Tackling motorcycle casualties in Yorkshire and Humber 10 April 2012
Fun play area for Northcliffe Park 10 April 2012
Who let the dogs out 10 April 2012
More bands announced for Bingley Music Live 4 April 2012
Ilkley Pool and Lido closed for essential maintenance 3 April 2012
Motorcycle fatalities fall in West Yorkshire 3 April 2012
Helping people return to learning 3 April 2012
New Work Club launched 3 April 2012
Keep active this Easter 28 March 2012
Steel columns installed for Manchester Road bridge 28 March 2012
Bingley Music Live looking for fresh talent 28 March 2012
Easter fun in district’s libraries 27 March 2012
Memorial tournament for Bradford City fire victims 26 March 2012
Richard Dunn Sports Centre closes for by-election 26 March 2012
Thousands thrilled by City Park opening 26 March 2012
Divers win eight medals at club event 26 March 2012
Bradford ready to welcome visitors for City Park launch 23 March 2012
Teams wanted for new five-a-side league 22 March 2012
Discover local history through old photographs 22 March 2012
TV vet opens new visitor centre 21 March 2012
Recycling Roadshow comes to Wyke 21 March 2012
School Prom 2012 20 March 2012
Owner of dirty take-away fined 20 March 2012
Bike Bus breakfast to celebrate milestones 20 March 2012
Get Street smArt 20 March 2012
Helping older people get connected 20 March 2012
Bradford's creative talent out in force for City Park launch 20 March 2012
Easter fun at Bradford’s Museums and Galleries 19 March 2012
Abseil for the Lord Mayor’s charity appeal 19 March 2012
Share the care 19 March 2012
Step closer to getting new war memorial in Bradford 16 March 2012
It's a breeze 16 March 2012
Customer Service Centre to move to heart of city 16 March 2012
Divers scoop three gold medals 15 March 2012
Mother’s Day workshop 15 March 2012
Road safety fair in Barkerend 15 March 2012
Bradford Rocks 15 March 2012
Gifts to treat your mum 13 March 2012
Grants available to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee 13 March 2012
Cliffe Castle Park Lottery Bid 12 March 2012
Work starts on skate park 12 March 2012
Bradford West by-election announced 9 March 2012
'Craft and chat' group goes to market 9 March 2012
Empty homes funding application success 9 March 2012
Action packed sport camps this Easter 9 March 2012
Disabled Centre Boost 8 March 2012
New 2+ vehicle lane launched in Bradford 8 March 2012
Colours of India 8 March 2012
City Park launch event line-up unveiled 7 March 2012
Cliffe Castle to undergo major refurbishment 7 March 2012
Novice divers spring into action 7 March 2012
New conditions proposed for taxi drivers 6 March 2012
Climate Change Exhibition opens in Shipley 6 March 2012
Climate Week 6 March 2012
Changing face of rural landscapes 6 March 2012
Imp of surrealism comes to Cartwright Hall 6 March 2012
Bingley country park gets national status 6 March 2012
Young people chill out in Girlington 6 March 2012
Ballroom dance your way to good health 6 March 2012
Provident sculptures installed in open ground 5 March 2012
Young people’s achievements celebrated in Clayton 28 February 2012
Jobs boost 27 February 2012
Local artist exhibited at Cartwright Hall 27 February 2012
Photography exhibition celebrates Positive Bradford 27 February 2012
Youth workers go for gold 27 February 2012
Final phase of Haworth work to begin 24 February 2012
Skip firms warned 24 February 2012
Dispose of your waste safely 23 February 2012
Approval sought for city centre growth zone 23 February 2012
Celebrate World Book Day with Bradford Libraries 22 February 2012
Young divers win haul of medals 22 February 2012
Final chance to enter Diamond Jubilee competition 21 February 2012
Admissions changes and school expansions 21 February 2012
Everybody needs good neighbours 21 February 2012
Gallery gets street smart 16 February 2012
Faith leaders meet in City Hall 16 February 2012
Tree planting to mark Diamond Jubilee 16 February 2012
Pupils give families guided tour of Bolling Hall 16 February 2012
New Bradford Visitor Information Centre to open 16 February 2012
Sian takes the plunge at the Olympic Trials 14 February 2012
Bookstart Bear launches new Club 13 February 2012
Keep active this half-term 13 February 2012
Young people get cooking 13 February 2012
Civic concert in Ilkley to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee 9 February 2012
Parents invited to disability information event 9 February 2012
Free open day at Keighley Leisure Centre 9 February 2012
Jamie Oliver's surprise visit to Bradford 8 February 2012
Baildon Big Tidy Up 8 February 2012
Become part of the Olympic legacy 8 February 2012
Clinics help young offenders mend their ways 8 February 2012
Inclusion event for Keighley young people with disabilities 7 February 2012
Back to nature at Wibsey Park 7 February 2012
Church's prayers answered 7 February 2012
Blitz on blighted area 7 February 2012
Grab your tickets for Bingley Music Live 2012 6 February 2012
Cold shoulder for cold calling 3 February 2012
BKYP Young Person’s Question Time 3 February 2012
Marking the start of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations 3 February 2012
Setting the wheels in motion 2 February 2012
Fitness class snowballs in popularity 2 February 2012
Open days encourage people with disabilities to get active 2 February 2012
Belt-up Bradford 31 January 2012
Baby club event in Shipley 31 January 2012
Half-term fun at Bradford Libraries 30 January 2012
Valentine treats galore 30 January 2012
Dramatic weight loss boosts Paul's self esteem 30 January 2012
Lord Mayor to visit residents at drug and alcohol day programme 27 January 2012
Market is simply the best - again 27 January 2012
Military Covenant Signing 25 January 2012
Special screening of David Hockney documentary 25 January 2012
Boost online skills to trace family history 25 January 2012
Join in the Diamond Jubilee celebrations! 24 January 2012
Holocaust victims remembered 24 January 2012
Long-term support for older people - the next step 24 January 2012
Hirst Wood Clean-up 23 January 2012
Client list grows for bookkeeper Andrina 23 January 2012
Holocaust survivor stories feature in exhibition 23 January 2012
Appeal for more parade participants 23 January 2012
Discount Insulation Scheme 23 January 2012
Helping young people succeed 18 January 2012
Action packed sport camps this half-term 18 January 2012
Lord Mayor recognises extraordinary women 18 January 2012
Skills boost for young people 18 January 2012
Civic invitation to remember Holocaust 18 January 2012
Emerging artists get off to a Good Start 17 January 2012
Colourful Visit Bradford 2012 Guide launched 17 January 2012
Tip top dance class 13 January 2012
Extra planning consultation events confirmed 11 January 2012
Budget consultation starts this week 10 January 2012
Stars in their eyes 10 January 2012
Popular football course returns 4 January 2012
Haworth Heritage Project 4 January 2012
Armed forces community covenant 4 January 2012
Recession busting annual gym memberships on offer 29 December 2011
Views wanted on home improvement design guidance 21 December 2011
Christmas activities at Keighley Leisure Centre 16 December 2011
Preferred bidder announcement 14 December 2011
Lord Mayor of Bradford's Christmas Message 2011 13 December 2011
Simon's cleaning up with vacuum repairs business 13 December 2011
Young Ambassadors celebrate being heard at Bradford Museums 13 December 2011
Local talent will shine at the city's Christmas carol service 13 December 2011
Shipley’s Christmas craft and produce market 8 December 2011
December family swim offer 7 December 2011
Date confirmed for official City Park celebration event 7 December 2011
Get online to trace family history 7 December 2011
Bradford promoted at London business event 7 December 2011
Young athletes show their pride 6 December 2011
Community Strategy 2011-2014 5 December 2011
Pop into print exhibition 5 December 2011
Business support offered to Bradford's Rising Stars 5 December 2011
Temporary pool closure 2 December 2011
Waste contract preferred bidder decision 2 December 2011
Garden waste collection 2 December 2011
Christmas Recycling 2 December 2011
Opportunity knocks in Fagley 2 December 2011
Unsung heroes celebrated 2 December 2011
Regenerating Airedale 1 December 2011
Going back to your roots 1 December 2011
Limber up for all new dance classes 1 December 2011
Digital artwork moves a step closer at City Park 1 December 2011
Update on impact of proposed industrial action 29 November 2011
Festive fun and treats at Bradford Markets 28 November 2011
Santa’s Shipley Extravaganza 28 November 2011
Bradford Council switchboard changes 24 November 2011
Conference discusses child poverty 31 October 2011
Liftshare Week 30 September 2011
Lord Mayor welcomes international students 28 September 2011
Celebrate Children’s Book Week 27 September 2011
Helping hand for talented young musicians 27 September 2011
Careers event brings in young people from across the district 27 September 2011
Appleton Academy new sports facilities open to pupils 20 September 2011
Bradford’s got talent 9 September 2011
Keighley to host family science event 6 September 2011
Health and learning on the agenda 23 August 2011
Young people help the homeless 4 August 2011
The Big Challenge 4 August 2011
New play area in Canterbury 15 July 2011
Students cook up a treat at Bradford Foyer 14 July 2011
Cycling youngsters are sky high at Brackenhill Primary 11 July 2011
School dinners on the up 11 July 2011
Youngsters take on a challenge 11 July 2011
New through age academy gets green light 11 July 2011
Step-up challenge 11 July 2011
New children's centres to open 11 July 2011
Oakbank pupils sailing to success 30 June 2011
School’s out for summer 30 June 2011
Tackling child poverty 23 June 2011
New secondary school buildings open their doors 17 June 2011
New play park 9 June 2011

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