Keighley News

The Keighley News is a weekly publication that was once located in Keighley, West Yorkshire, England. Its distribution not only covers Keighley but also extends to nearby areas such as Cross Hills, Cullingworth, Denholme, East Morton, Haworth, Oxenhope, Silsden, and Steeton.

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Violent 'bullying coward' punched, strangled and threatened to drown woman

1 day ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Tony Earnshaw

Carl Roberts was described as “a bullying coward” for punching, strangling, and attempting to suffocate the woman in the early hours of January 26 this year. The 58-year-old, of Woodhouse Walk, Keighley, was also described as representing a high risk of serious harm to members of the public, notably future female partners, by Recorder Mr Tony Watkin. The court heard how Roberts’ seven-year relationship with the victim had deteriorated due to his jealousy and his anger when drinking.
Keighley charity event in tribute to Long Lee dad 'Tomo'

6 days ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

Martin Thompson – who was known as Tomo – died in February, 2019, from an undiagnosed heart condition as he returned from watching his beloved Manchester United at Old Trafford. There had been no sign he was unwell. He left behind a widow, Rachael, and their three children – aged 16, nine and six at the time.
SQUAD: Poor Hatton suffers season-ending knee injury as Cougars wait on trio

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Nathan Atkinson

The former Widnes prop went off with a knee injury last weekend in the dramatic 26-25 home win over Rochdale in Betfred League 1. And while the scans have not revealed a definitive diagnosis either way, Keighley head coach Alan Kilshaw says it will be a season-ending injury. He is just hopeful that Hatton has not damaged his ACL, as that would likely keep him out for a portion of next season too.
Circus Starr is bringing production to Keighley venue

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

Lucas the clown (Image: submitted) A CIRCUS which gears its productions towards children with disabilities and disadvantaged youngsters is in Keighley next week. Circus Starr is performing at Victoria Hall on Friday, June 27, at 4.45pm and 7pm. The community interest company adapts its events to suit audiences by lowering the volume, toning down the lights, providing sensory packs and offering free tickets. And each show has a British Sign Language interpreter.
Keighley fundraising hero in dictionary of people who've shaped history

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

He is amongst 238 figures, who died in 2021, to be newly-included in the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. Captain Sir Tom raised over £35 million for NHS charities and captured the nation's hearts when he walked laps of his garden during the first period of lockdown in 2020 to mark his 100th birthday.
Keighley-district good causes to receive building society cash aid

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

Skipton Building Society has a £164,000 funding pot to be shared by charities. And people are being urged to nominate good causes in their areas. Following the nomination process, each branch will choose beneficiaries to receive grants of up to £1,000. Since the Community Giving initiative was launched three years ago, more than 700 groups have together received over £330,000. Skipton Group donates one per cent of its pre-tax profits to charities each year.
Keighley school in project to celebrate refugees & asylum seekers

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

Eastwood is one of just three primary schools in the Bradford district chosen to participate in the You're Welcome scheme. The others are Hoyle Court, Shipley, and Westminster Primary Academy in Bradford. All three have Schools of Sanctuary status. You're Welcome is being spearheaded by Bradford-based arts charity Word Up North, in partnership with the BBC Contains Strong Language poetry festival and Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.
District charity's biggest-ever golf day raises nearly £13,000

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

The annual event was held in aid of Better Lives, the charitable arm of Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust. A record 23 teams took part. And proceeds totalled £12,993 – twice the amount raised last year. "The response was staggering and thanks to local businesses it was our biggest annual golf day," says a charity spokesperson. "Funds raised will enhance care for communities across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven, to support their physical and mental wellbeing.
Oxenhope Sue Ryder hospice Manorlands gears up for annual garden party

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

The event takes place at the Sue Ryder hospice, in Keighley Road, Oxenhope, on Sunday, July 13, from 1pm to 4pm. Attractions will include a barbecue, stalls, children's activities and cream teas. And there will be entertainment from Haworth Band and Voices of Yorkshire choir. Admission and parking is free. Headline sponsor is the Yorkshire Clinic.
Chart-topping eighties pop icon Paul Young is heading to Glusburn

1 week ago | keighleynews.co.uk | Alistair Shand

He will perform at the village's community and arts centre next year as part of a UK tour. His string of Songs & Stories appearances will begin in Dundalk, Northern Ireland, in April. And he will take to the stage in Glusburn on Thursday, June 18 – two days before the tour concludes at Whitby. The shows will blend acoustic performances with personal tales from his career. "I had such a great time on my last tour," says Paul.