Alex Moss

United Kingdom

Journalist at BBC

BBC news website journalist. Likes the gym, wine, handbags and shoes. All views are my own.

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Man dies from injuries after Stocksbridge street fight

1 week ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Man dies from injuries after street fightAlex MossGetty ImagesPolice said the 34-year-old man died in hospital on MondayA man who suffered life-threatening injuries following a street fight has died, police have confirmed. Officers were called at about 20:30 BST on Saturday to reports of a large group fighting on Knoll Close in Stocksbridge, Sheffield, with one person reportedly being in possession of a knife.
Yeadon Queensway School closure plan on hold over legal challenge

1 week ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Alex MossBBC News, YorkshirePlans to close a primary school have been put on hold after a parent launched a legal challenge over the council's decision. Queensway Primary School in Yeadon, Leeds, was due to shut at the end of the school year after city councillors backed the move in a vote last month. But specialist education lawyers for Irwin Mitchell said they had succesfully challenged the authority's decision based on "significant flaws in the consultation process".
Fundraising walk for Bradford fire victims completed

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Bradford City fire fundraising walk completedAlex MossBBCFirefighters left Lincoln City's stadium on Friday morningFirefighters and former Bradford City players have taken part in a fundraising walk in memory of 56 football fans who died in a fire at the club's Valley Parade ground 40 years ago. The blaze broke out on 11 May 1985 in one of the wooden stands during a match between the Bantams and Lincoln City. As a result, 54 Bradford City fans and two Lincoln City supporters died.
Driver, 83, killed after two-car crash

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Driver, 83, killed after two-car crashAlex MossGooglePolice said the crash happened on the B6165 west of RipleyAn 83-year-old driver has died after two cars crashed in North Yorkshire. The man was driving an Audi SUV when it was in collision with a Ford Fiesta on the B6165 west of Ripley at about 19:20 BST on Thursday. The Audi driver and the 34-year-old man driving the Fiesta, who were both from Harrogate, were taken to hospital.
Inquest opens after man found unresponsive at Leeds home

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Inquest opens after man found unresponsive at homeAlex MossGoogle MapsThe inquest was opened at the coroner's court in Wakefield on FridayAn inquest has opened into the death of a man who was found unresponsive at his home in Leeds. Samuel Bronnimann, 25, was found by his partner at an address in Headingley on 25 November after concerns were raised when he did not attend work.
Skipton charity helps absent pupils return to school

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Emma Glasbey |Alex Moss

'Going to school made me physically sick'Emma Glasbey & Alex MossEmma Glasbey/BBCElla said the anxiety she had around going to school made her physically sickChildren who frequently miss school in North Yorkshire are being supported back into mainstream education with the help of a charity. Selfa, which is based in Skipton, works with secondary school pupils who are persistently absent with the aim of boosting confidence, friendships and creating a sense of belonging.
Bus driver badly injured in Rothwell van crash

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Bus driver and passengers injured in crashAlex MossAlex Moss/BBCPolice said a number of passengers on the bus were also injuredA bus driver has been badly injured after crashing into a house in a hit-and-run incident in Leeds. The bus was in collision with a Luton van before hitting the house on Leadwell Lane in the Rothwell area just before 12:10 BST. West Yorkshire Police said the van driver failed to stop and left the scene of the crash.
Rare wave clouds captured in North Yorkshire sky

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Seascape spotted in sky with rare wave cloudsAlex MossRichard M/WeatherWatchersKelvin Helmholtz clouds are named after the two scientists who studied the physics behind themA rare cloud formation resembling waves in the sky has been seen across North Yorkshire. Known as Kelvin-Helmholtz clouds, they form when a faster stream of air moves above rising air below. According to the Met Office website, Kelvin-Helmholtz clouds are "an extremely rare phenomenon".
Woman dies after car crashes into road barrier

1 month ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Woman dies after car crashes into road barrierAlex MossGoogleThe crash happened on the A58 Burdock Way on SundayA woman has died after the car she was travelling in crashed into a barrier in Halifax. The 84-year-old was a passenger in a silver Volkswagen Golf when it was in collision with a barrier on the A58 Burdock Way at about 18:50 GMT on Saturday. She was taken to hospital but died from her injuries on Monday, West Yorkshire Police said.
New crossings to help Sheffield reach zero road deaths

1 month ago | bbc.com | Alex Moss

Alex MossBBC News, YorkshireNew pedestrian crossings will be installed across Sheffield as part of efforts to prevent deaths or injuries on the city's roads. The plans form part of a raft of measures including improved crossings at other locations, more 20mph zones and upgrades to the city's cycling network. Locations to benefit from the new crossings include Crookes Valley Road, Handsworth Grange Road and Stainforth Road.