Steve Jones

1 month ago | bbc.com | Phil Bodmer |Steve Jones

More than 100 arrests in county lines crackdownPhil Bodmer and Steve JonesPhil Bodmer/BBCDet Ch Insp Shaun Page says York "is no longer a soft place to deal"Police in York have arrested more than 100 people as part of a crackdown on county lines drug gangs. North Yorkshire Police launched Project Titan in January to "address the growing concern of an influx in county line dealers in the city".

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Dan Bater |Steve Jones

Image source, HandoutImage caption, Local residents claim the number of accidents at the junction is on the riseDan Bater and Steve JonesThousands of people have signed a petition calling for stricter safety measures at a junction labelled an "accident blackspot" by local residents.

1 month ago | bbc.com | Dan Bater |Steve Jones

Thousands sign petition over 'accident blackspot'Dan Bater and Steve JonesHandoutLocal residents claim the number of accidents at the junction is on the riseThousands of people have signed a petition calling for stricter safety measures at a junction labelled an "accident blackspot" by local residents.

2 months ago | bbc.com | Steve Jones |Cathy Killick

'I've enjoyed every minute of 50 years in the fire service'Steve Jones and Cathy KillickCathy Killick/BBCPeter Whitely has worked for West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service for 50 yearsWhen Peter Whitely joined West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) in January 1975, mill fires and moorland blazes were a common occurrence. Industrial developments mean mill fires are far less common these days, although moorland blazes still occur regularly.

Feb 10, 2025 | bbc.com | Jessica Bayley |Steve Jones

Parkrun veteran, 82, runs final race in LeedsJessica Bayley and Steve JonesNigel PepperHilary Wharam has completed more than 200 marathons and 171 parkrunsA veteran runner has completed her final race after taking part in more than a century of events at her local Parkrun in Leeds - but isn't putting her feet up just yet. Hilary Wharam, 82, has more than 200 marathons and 171 Parkruns to her name since she took up the sport aged 55.