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Auty led police on a high-speed chase through Wakefield and Rothwell, reaching speeds up to 90mph. (pics by Google Maps / National World)

Uninsured driver led police on 90mph chase through villages

Ramp agents at Leeds Bradford Airport were prepared to take 16 days of strike action.

Update issued on planned strike affecting Leeds Christmas flights

Meadowhall’s latest Christmas initiative, in partnership with Age UK aims to bring people together over the festive period and tackle feelings of loneliness

Meadowhall partners with local schools and Age UK to spread festive cheer

Sebastian Wray is wanted for a number of offences including breaching the Sex Offenders Register.

Police search for man wanted for breaching the Sex Offenders Register

The crash happened on Gissing Road in Wakefield

Driver flees the scene after dramatic crash on residential road

Frier (inset) attacked a security guard who tried to stop him stealing from Asda in Morley. (pics by WYP / Google Maps)

Shoplifter strangled supermarket worker who tried to stop him stealing

Martin Waddington was finally jailed after abusing the boy more than 20 years ago. (library pic by Adobe)

Boy abused in the 90s tells court: 'I just want the nightmare to end'

Constantin (inset) appeared in court over the disorder and violence that overwhelmed Harehills in July. (pics by WYP / National World)

Father-of-five who helped flip police car in Harehills is jailed

Enjoy a delicious selection of festive favourites this Christmas

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Traffic and Travel

Unite has warned that Ryanair flights may face cancellations over Christmas as Swissport workers strike over pay.

Christmas flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to be hit by strikes

Flights from Leeds Bradford Airport could be grounded over Christmas as workers prepare for strike action.

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Northern Rail's winter timetable is coming into effect this Sunday (December 15).

Northern's winter timetable brings major changes to key Leeds services

Motorists heading south on the M1 from Leeds this week are set to face disruption.

All Yorkshire motorway closures and diversions including M1 southbound

Buses at Leeds Bus Station. PIC: James Hardisty

Full bus diversions and cancellations as key route to shut overnight

Police were called to a road traffic collision involving two pedestrians and a car on York Road, Leeds.

Woman and eight-year-old boy seriously injured in hospital after crash

Weather

Storm Darragh causes disruption and damage across the UK.

Watch: Storm Darragh causes disruption and damage across the UK

Storm Darragh will batter Leeds on Saturday and Sunday (December 7-8).

Weather forecast as Storm Darragh hits Leeds with strong winds

Cost of Living crisis

Trim Castle Hotel, in County Meath, was signed up to a bespoke deal thanks to Radius Energy's tailored service

Luxury hotel shaves thousands off energy bills by recruiting experts

Dunelm store Fareham

The best deal in the Dunelm Black Friday sale is a winter warmer

The new Christmas gifting trend is the £9.99 mystery deal

Deals website launches £9.99 mystery gift including £500 of vouchers

We've found three premium robot vacuums for less than £100

Robot vacuums for £100: We list the cheapest options on the market

Crime

Leeds Crown Court recorded the fourth highest total at 2,135 cases.

Leeds Crown Court backlog fourth highest in England and Wales

Police are searching for witnesses of a robbery near Stanningley Road on Wednesday.

Leeds police seek witnesses after man robbed near Stanningley Road

Darren Russell, aged 51, is wanted in connection with a number of burglaries across Leeds.

Police search for man wanted in connection with series of burglaries

Isaac Moon, also known as Bradley Moon, is wanted on recall to prison

Sex offender wanted by police after breaking prevention order terms

Brandon Milligan (20) from Leeds is wanted on recall to prison

Police issue appeal for help locating 20-year-old convicted burglar

A network of 19 companies across the UK are believed to have been at the heart of the scam

Hundreds targeted in multimillion-pound bogus timeshare payback scheme

Business

(Images: Bing/Getty Images/Pexels)

I'm a motoring expert – these festive mistakes could cost you £1000s

Jo Wanner and James Fenwick at Tråd Collective are pleading for help amid rising costs.

Independent fashion retailer appeals for support amid rising costs

The new Mojo Royal Treat restaurant

Authentic taste of Hyderabad arrives in Leeds with launch of first-of-its-kind r...

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The rules and regulations for storm and bad weather insurance payouts

1000s to receive £300 as new Household Support Fund schemes launched

Politics

Linton Road car park in Wetherby is one of the six sites where charges will now be introduced

Council 'could face legal action' as new parking charges approved

Leeds City Council's deputy leader has said the arrests of four staff members over bribery offences is 'deeply disturbing'

Council staff bribery arrests 'deeply disturbing', deputy leader says

The U-1 number plate, as seen on a previous car used by the Lord Mayor of Leeds.

Council consults experts over possible £500K sale of private car plate

Claywood Construction Ltd is hoping to transform The Prachee on Bradford Road in Guiseley into a veterinary clinic.

Plans to transform former Indian restaurant into vet clinic lodged

UK Trending

Simon Mumford hit Amallia Elmasry after looking down to read.

Watch: Bus driver kills pedestrian after looking down to read

A study of 4,000 adults revealed those aged 18 to 27 intend to cut down on new buys by a third in the next two years

Most purchases for half of Gen Z shoppers will be second-hand by 2027

To help non-skiers take their first steps to booking a sky holiday abroad, international money app Wise has enlisted the help of iconic Olympian Eddie the Eagle

4 in 10 adults would love to go skiing - but don't know where to start

A poll of 1,000 adults with children aged between three and 10 found their offspring have as many as eight toys they have never enjoyed

7 in 10 parents say kids have 'piles' of unopened toys from Christmas

Lottery draws take place all the time, and joining a syndicate will let you enter more of them for less money

Increase your chances of winning the lottery with an online syndicate

The NHS are urging those who are eligible to get the flu vaccine.

People urged to protect themselves as hospital admissions for flu soar

Council

The scheme will comprise 55 houses and 27 apartments, with a mix of one, two, three and four bedrooms.

Building work to start on council homes at site of former high school

The partial closure orders cover Oatland Court, Oatland Heights and Oatland Towers in Little London.

Residents hail impact of court orders to tackle crime in tower blocks

People

Kevin Sinfield defied a serious muscle injury to raise more than £1,000,000 in his latest fundraising quest in aid of Motor Neurone Disease charities.

Kevin Sinfield's ultra marathon fundraising total climbs to £1.1m

Kevin Sinfield defied a serious muscle injury to raise more than £1,000,000 in his latest fundraising quest in aid of Motor Neurone Disease charities.

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Maple is a lively and loving four-month-old German Shepherd who, despite having had recent surgery, doesn’t let it slow her down. She’s bright, playful, and has already mastered several basic commands. Maple seeks an active, understanding family ready to continue her training. She could live with children and potentially another energetic dog who enjoys playtime as much as she does.

15 cats and dogs up for adoption including adorable German Shepherd

Dua Lipa headlined at the Glastonbury Festival in the summer

ITV to air special with Dua Lipa tonight - how to watch

Presenters Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly attend the 'Strictly Come Dancing 2017' red carpet launch at The Piazza on August 28, 2017.

Strictly dances confirmed for the semi-final - full list

The Minster Choir procession to open the service.

34 of the best festive pictures from the YEP's 2024 Carol Service

Education

These schools has some of the highest scores in Yorkshire when it comes to key skills testing

Yorkshire's 22 standout state primary schools of 2024

(Images: GCHQ/Pexels)

GCHQ's annual Christmas card invites you to crack geography puzzles

The transport service has been essential for Abbie and her daughter Poppy (left)

Parents up in arms about 'unacceptable' school transport cuts

Yorkshire's top-performing secondary schools have been named by new GCSE figures

Yorkshire's 19 top state secondary schools named by new data

The 20 best-rated Leeds secondary schools for curriculum and leadership according to Ofsted.

The 20 best-rated secondary schools for curriculum and leadership

Morley Newlands Academy in Wide Lane, Morley, was rated Outstanding in 2018.

Primary academy with 'high expectations' enjoys Ofsted inspection

The 'Kawasaki' norovirus strain now accounts for 70% of all cases.

Norovirus: symptoms to watch out for this Christmas

Fermented garlic and honey is a home remedy for symptoms of the flu that has been trending on social media.

What is the viral fermented garlic and honey flu hack - does it work?

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Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women. Credit: Kim Mogg / NationalWorld

Almost one in five women fear their GP won't take them seriously

Opinion

Only Child looks set to grow up into a terrific sitcom

BBC sitcoms have been a bit hit and miss in recent years, but new offering Only Child (BBC1, Fri, 9.30pm) looks to be one of the more successful ones.

Philip Cunnington
Anna Samson stars as DI Mackenzie Clarke in the new entry to the Paraverse - Return To Paradise (Picture: Red Planet/BBC Studios/John Platt)

Return to Paradise will give you a distinct sense of deja vu

Festival-goers leaving at the end of the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Ben Birchall/PA Wire

Who's The Daddy: One birthday present that was just the ticket

Study reveals Leeds as the city that never sleeps

Tom Keys

Claire (Rebecca Hall) and Kyle (Ollie West) try to work out what's causing 'The Hum' in new BBC drama The Listeners (Picture: BBC/Element Pictures/Des Willie)

The Listeners review: New BBC drama is an intriguing, perplexing puzzle

Black Friday and online safety advice from the NSPCC in Yorkshire

Black Friday and online safety advice from the NSPCC in Yorkshire

Mark and Jackie

Celebrating 10 years of the Sue Ryder December Daily Dash

Junior Taskmaster host Rose Matafeo with her assistant Mike Wozniak (Picture: Rob Parfitt/Channel 4)

Why Junior Taskmaster makes this stupid, capricious and cruel life bearable

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A personalised small-batch craft gin for £20 - it's such a bargain

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AngelCare can now further expand its reach, supporting vulnerable communities across the South East

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Pensioners must apply BEFORE December 21 in order to be eligible for the Winter Fuel Allowance

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