Jess Grieveson-Smith

Leeds, London, United Kingdom

Trends Editor at Reach PLC

Journalist for BBC Yorkshire. NAPA shortlisted. Got a story? DM me or email [email protected]

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CCTV appeal after Wakefield fish and chip shop's tip jar stolen

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith

Moment chippy tip jar theft swiped from counterJess Grieveson-SmithFish and chip shop CCTV catches moment tip jar is stolenPolice are investigating the theft of a tip jar from a fish and chip shop. The brazen act was captured on Captain Fish's indoor CCTV cameras, showing a woman taking the jar filled with cash and hiding it in her bag.
Four fire crews tackle Sowerby Bridge fish shop blaze

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Jess Grieveson-Smith

Image source, Gareth LonieImage caption, Smoke was seen billowing from the building on Bolton Brow in Sowerby BridgeFire crews have tackled a blaze at a fish and chip shop in Sowerby Bridge. Named locally as Sowerby Fisheries, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed it was called to a building fire on Bolton Brow at 13:20 BST on Thursday. Four crews from Halifax, Illingworth, Mytholmroyd and Huddersfield attended, with hose reels and breathing apparatus used to extinguish the fire.
Four fire crews tackle Sowerby Bridge fish shop blaze

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith

Four fire crews tackle fish shop blazeJess Grieveson-SmithGareth LonieSmoke was seen billowing from the building on Bolton Brow in Sowerby BridgeFire crews have tackled a blaze at a fish and chip shop in Sowerby Bridge. Named locally as Sowerby Fisheries, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed it was called to a building fire on Bolton Brow at 13:20 BST on Thursday.
Evri to trial delivery robots in Barnsley

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith

Evri's 'robot dogs' start delivery trial Jess Grieveson-SmithEvri trials 'robot dog' for deliveries in BarnsleyParcels courier Evri has launched a trial for its new delivery robots in Barnsley. The dog-like electric robots will work in tandem with human staff to cut down delivery times. The fleet has AI-powered navigation and obstacle detection and will deliver directly to customers.
Future looks bright for animal rescue centre saved by community

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith

Bright future for RSPCA centre saved by communityJess Grieveson-SmithBBCRSPCA Leeds, Wakefield & District branch has been under threat of closure. An animal centre in West Yorkshire facing imminent threat of closure has been thrown a lifeline, after both the community and a national charity came to its rescue. RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield & District Branch had described its financial situation as "critical", with the branch compelled to stop taking in and rehoming dogs.
Leeds McDonald's sign correction creates unlikely social media hit

1 month ago | bbc.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith

McDonald's sign fix creates unlikely online hitJess Grieveson-SmithSteve LovellSteve Lovell used his 3D printer to fix the first 'D' in the McDonald's sign in LeedsA man's efforts to fix a "mildly irritating" error on a McDonald's restaurant sign has become an unexpected hit online, earning him "employee of the month". Steve Lovell spotted the first 'D' had a missing centre at Leeds' White Rose Shopping Centre, prompting the 50-year-old to take matters into his own hands.
McDonald's sign fix creates unlikely online hit

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith

A man's efforts to fix a "mildly irritating" error on a McDonald's restaurant sign has become an unexpected hit online, earning him "employee of the month". Steve Lovell spotted the first 'D' had a missing centre at Leeds' White Rose Shopping Centre, prompting the 50-year-old to take matters into his own hands. After using his 3D printer to complete the letter on Wednesday, he proudly shared his handiwork on social media - prompting thousands of responses.
First look inside Leeds Bradford Airport's £100m expansion

1 month ago | bbc.com | Spencer Stokes |Jess Grieveson-Smith

First look inside airport's £100m expansionSpencer Stokes & Jess Grieveson-SmithThe first phase of Leeds Bradford Airport's £100m expansion project is set to be completed by summer. The new terminal extension will provide an 83% increase in seating capacity, with phase two of the development seeing a refurbishment of the existing building.
The M62 house and the truth about why it's in the middle of the motorway

1 month ago | examinerlive.co.uk | Jess Grieveson-Smith |Tom Kershaw

Every day, thousands of motorists pass by and often ponder the presence of a farm situated in the middle of the M62. The farm, actually known as Stott Hall Farm, has been the subject of rumours suggesting that its peculiar location is due to a defiant farmer who refused to relocate when the renowned motorway was constructed and inaugurated in 1960. This tale led many to believe that the M62 had to be built around the farm, resulting in two separate carriageways.
RSPCA centre now 'the one needing to be rescued'

2 months ago | bbc.com | Jess Grieveson-Smith |Elizabeth Baines

RSPCA centre now 'the one needing to be rescued'Jess Grieveson-Smith & Elizabeth BainesRSPCA Leeds, Wakefield & District BranchThe centre in East Ardsley says it can no longer afford to take in or rehome dogsAn RSPCA centre in West Yorkshire said it had become the "one needing to be rescued" after rising costs caused the risk of closure. RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield & District Branch stated its financial situation was "critical", with the centre forced to stop taking in and rehoming dogs.