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Festival hopefuls were met with chaos on Tuesday as the Three+ Rewards app prevented presales.

App problems cause chaos for Leeds Festival ticket pre-sales

Gavin Wilson, 41, of East Park Street, Morley, Leeds, was sentenced to 15 months' imprisonment at Leeds Crown Court on November 27 after pleading guilty to two counts of intentional strangulation and a charge of assault by beating. Photo: National World.

Leeds thug strangled wife in front of their children

Snowfall warnings currently cover East Riding of Yorkshire and North Yorkshire. Picture: James Hardisty

Snow alert issued as temperatures in city to fall as low as -3C

Police were called to Leopold Grove on Saturday after a number of males were seen approaching a property carrying machetes. Photo: Google

Nine arrested after reports of groups gathering armed with machetes

PC Gemma Brown receiving the Solving Problems with Partners Award from Chief Superintendent Steve Dodds. Photo: West Yorkshire Police

Meet the animal loving police officer who the RSPCA 'have on speed dial'

The boys faced Thompson in court as he was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court. (pics by National World)

Pervert who abused boy confronted by victim in court

National Highways is encouraging people to have their say on changes to speed limits on the M621. Picture: Tony Johnson

Consultation launched over plans to reduce speed limit on city motorway

A person has been seriously injured in a crash between a van and a pedestrian on Ings Road in Wakefield on Monday. Picture by Google

Pedestrian seriously injured in crash with van in West Yorkshire

The ‘7 in 7 in 7’ challenge will see former Leeds Rhinos captain Kevin Sinfield take on an ultra-marathon every day for an entire week in seven cities across the country, in aid of the MND Association.

Date set for Rhinos legend Kevin Sinfield's ultramarathon challenge

Amy is appealing for help after their Burley Road, Kirkstall bakery was forced to close. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Award-winning cookie business launches GoFundMe after bakery forced to close

Castleford station’s second platform has been rebuilt and will be reopened as part of the upgrades.

Residents excitement as £720k upgrades to open at railway station

The incident happened on Buckingham Court in Wakefield. (pic by Google Maps / National World)

Machete thug chased man along street

PC Charlie Valente is due to appear at Leeds Crown Court on Wednesday. Picture: James Hardisty

Police officer charged with sexual offences against two women in Leeds

Firefighters attended and put out the fire which caused extensive damage to a city bus. Picture: James Hardisty

Police issue update as hunt for suspects in arson attack intensifies

The collision happened on Geldert Road in Leeds and the driver was arrested. Photo: Google

Man arrested after high-speed police pursuit ends in crash

The upgrade will see the installation of new body scanners, e-gates and smart automated tray return systems. Photo: Leeds Bradford Airport

LBA passengers urged to arrive early during security upgrade work

Officers were called to a reported burglary at an address in Lupton Street, Hunslet. Picture: Google

Police investigating after reports of shots fired during burglary at home

Any of these roles could prove perfect for someone looking for a fresh start or a student after a part-time job Picture: Simon Hulme

Every Leeds White Rose Shopping Centre Christmas job opening

Pitten was jailed for 30 months at Leeds Crown Court. (pic by WYP)

Driver caught on CCTV in stolen Audi jailed after 'wasting court's time'

PJ Harvey is coming to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Indie superstar is latest act announced for Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Police shared a video displaying the work carried out in the Harehills area

Arrests made and drugs seized during 'attack on organised crime'

Tom Jones, Madness and Becky Hill have been added to the stellar line-up of headliners for Scarborough Open Air Theatre’s 2024 summer season.

Tom Jones, Madness and Becky Hill join Scarborough Open Air Theatre line up

There are some huge names playing in Halifax in 2024

Music legend announces return to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

The Houldsworth family.

Plans unveiled for new Otley riverside visitor centre

Loveday-Sims was given an extended sentence for the attack on Potternewton Lane, close to the junction with Farm Hill North. (pic by WYP / Google Maps)

Boy 'lucky to be alive' after thug's vicious baseball bat and knife attack

The people featured in this gallery are wanted by West Yorkshire Police for crimes committed in Leeds.

49 CCTV photos of people wanted by police

A number of Leeds bus services will face diversions this week. Picture: James Hardisty

Every bus route change and cancellation including Elland Road

These are just some of the criminals who are starting jail sentences after being sentenced this week.

Eight criminals who have been locked up this week

Shaw drove into the police vehicle when they tried to stop him. (pic by WYP / National World)

Career criminal rammed police car as he drove 'burglary team' around

Shoppers stop for a photo with a Christmas celebrity - a large illuminated snowman.

21 magical photos showcase the spirit of Christmas in the city centre

Flavell was jailed for the double attack on his partner and friend after a night drinking. (pic by WYP / National World)

Angry thug 'smirked' at partner as he stamped on her head

McNally bit a chunk from the bouncer's ear outside The Raven pub in Wakefield. (pic by WYP / Google Maps)

'Crunching' noise heard as drunken thug bit off bouncer's ear

Plans to regenerate Holbeck have been given a £15m boost from the government’s Levelling Up Fund, with the scheme dubbed the “Heart of Holbeck” project. Photo: Leeds City Council.

'Game changer' improvements announced for high street in £15m facelift

Emergency services rushed to a fire at a property in York Road, Killingbeck, Leeds, on the morning of November 25, where a cannabis farm was later discovered. Photo: Google.

Cannabis farm busted by police after emergency services rush to scene of fire

Leeds Magistrates Court.

City residents fined for bad bin habits

Manipulative Ryan Haigh controlled, abused and threatened to shoot his partner. (pic by WYP)

Woman expresses fear over violent ex's intentions when freed from prison

Encourage children to dispose of their litter correctly. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: It’s never too early to start litter picking

The nightingale is one of the birds which have increased. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: Birds are so important to the UK environment

Which would you bring back if you could?

Wakefield's lost bars, pubs and clubs - how many do you remember?

The Office of Rail and Road has authorised into service the newly upgraded Castleford railway station.

Green light given for new £720k upgrades to open at railway station

Razzaque contacted what he thought was a young girl on Facebook and said he wanted to take her to Scarborough. (pic by Adobe / National World)

Boob-infatuated paedophile wanted to take 13-year-old to Scarborough

Police received reports of a German Shepherd type dog loose in the vicinity of West Grange Road, Belle Isle. Picture: Google

Horror as three children injured in hospital after dog attack

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, Leeds, on November 23, where he met business owners including Emma White who was a finalist on the BBC's All That Glitters. Photo: Getty Images/National World.

Rishi Sunak 'impressed beyond expectations' on visit to meet business owners

Paterson Joseph and Daisy Haggard star in the new BBC comedy-thriller Boat Story (Picture: BBC/Two Brothers/Matt Squire)

Boat Story review: A frenetic, violent coke-com

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Hardacre was banned from keeping internet-savvy phones. (pic by National World)

Convicted paedophile caught out for second time - but escapes jail again

According to the Met Office, overnight temperatures will plummet to -2. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Gritters to hit roads as 'cold blast' to bring sub zero temperatures to the city

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Wellington Place inspires local students