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NEW PORSCHE 911 CARRERA BOOSTS EFFICIENCY AND EXPANDS DYNAMIC REPERTOIRE

Motoring
A new Porsche 911 is always highly anticipated – and the latest generation is no exception. The core appeal of the rear-mounted flat-six engine in the 911 and its characteristic sporting driving experience resonate with owners and enthusiasts alike. This reputation for responsive and dynamic performance, forged both on the…

SIGN UP TO STOPTOBER WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY AND COLLEAGUES

Local News
Smokers across the country are being urged to sign up to Stoptober, the country’s 28-day mass quit attempt from Public Health England (PHE), to receive support and encouragement every step of the way from some of the nation’s top comedians. And to stand an even better chance of quitting, they…

The French Bulldog

Wagging Tales
History: The French Bulldog originated in 19th century Nottingham, England. Lace makers bred the dog wanting a smaller version of the English Bulldog and referred to it as the ‘ Toy Bulldog’ . The Industrial Revolution in the 1860’s drove many craftsmen to France, they took their dogs with them,…

Bingley Music Festival

Features, Music Notes With Stuart Glossop
So the festival season has ended. In many ways the best was kept until last. Bingley Music Festival, now in its eighth year, has established itself into the festival calendar as the perfect way to end the season. Blessed with gorgeous late summer weather it delivered a festival full of…

LEGENDARY BEATLES SOUND ENGINEER JOINS LEEDS BECKETT

Local News
Leeds Beckett University has appointed Ken Scott, the legendary engineer for The Beatles and producer of David Bowie, as a Visiting Senior Lecturer in the School of Film, Music and Performing Arts. With 50 years’ experience, Ken brings with him a reputation as one of the best in the recording…

Sir Gary Verity To Help Put Bradford Garden Centre Back On The Map

Local News
The new owners of a Bradford garden centre are planning a series of events to celebrate its relaunch. Since Mark Farnsworth and Tom Megginson acquired Tong Garden Centre in May, they have embarked on an ambitious programme of refurbishments and new additions to bring the once iconic Tong Lane centre…

Gardening In October… A Time For Harvesting!

Lifestyle
I start my article this month with a heavy heart, deeply saddened by the news that on the 17th September (last month) a great friend and gardening hero lost his fight with ‘Prostate cancer’. Joe Maiden was, to many a most personable and charismatic expert and garden presenter, both his…

SELINA TRYS SKIING AT SNOZONE SNOCAMP

Features, Selina our junior reporter
Hello readers and welcome to my review. This month I have an idea for something to do during the half term holidays which is a little bit different for ages 7-15. It is called Snocamp and takes place at Xscape Snozone in Castleford. Snocamp runs from 8.30am – 5.30pm every…
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