A couple have spoken of their heartache after their tiny nine-day-old son lost his brave battle for life. Daniel Steinberger was born three-and-a-half months premature to former East Lancashire health and beauty student Leanne and her American husband
Settle singer John Newman has a double chance of picking up a coveted Brit Award in 2014. The chart-topper will be going up against big names, including David Bowie and Jake Bugg, for the title of best British Male Solo Artist. His smash hit ‘Love
Langcliffe composer and organist Paul Fisher will give an organ recital at Settle Parish Church on Saturday, January 25. He will play works by British, Danish, French and Russian composers from the 1960s and 1970s and admission is free with a retiring
The Limestone Sheep, a hardy sheep that also produced high quality wool; the Suffolk Dun, an abundant milk yielder, and the Lincolnshire Curly Coat, a robust outdoor pig – are all examples of native British breeds which are now extinct. Shocking and
Settle’s Victoria Hall has unveiled its programme for the new season – with its regular film and folk nights interspersed with musical treats and dramatic surprises. “It is going to be a fantastic year with lots to see,” said theatre manager Ann
A film telling the story of an intriguing bundle of love letters found hidden in the wall of a barn in Carleton will be shown at Embsay Village Hall on Wednesday. Paper Kisses will be introduced by its director Patrick Hargreaves, from Skipton.
Yorkshire Dales Society adopted the bird’s eye primrose (primula farinosa) as a logo. The plant had been cordially referred to by Reginald Farrer, of Clapham, in his book on Rock Gardens. Dr Bill Mitchell, for many years president of the Society, has
A bid for £80,000 has been submitted to the Heritage Lottery to fund a project officer to help steer Craven in its commemoration of the First World War, which started in August 1914. A decision on the application is expected by the end of February
Twenty first century ways of studying science which do not focus predominantly on academic ‘cramming’ are proving popular at Craven College. The academic science BTEC level three extended diploma course features forensic and medical science and
Mums have joined forces in a campaign to transform a rundown village playground. Their ambition is to rid Gargrave play area of its outdated equipment – some of which has already been condemned and removed – and replace it with more modern apparatus
A Glusburn woman diagnosed with multiple sclerosis will run this year’s London Marathon to raise cash to combat the condition. Melissa Joy, 25, is being sponsored to raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis Trust. She was diagnosed with the illness
Ex-marine Andrew Burden is Silsden’s Firefighter Of The Year. He won the accolade following a vote among the retained station’s 12-strong crew. The award was presented at a special event held in Silsden’s Sunnybank Social Club, which also featured
Two West Craven wards could receive a big boost. The Government has announced that the map of UK areas entitled to potential funding for jobs and economic growth should be re-drawn to include 12 areas of Pendle, including Earby and Barnoldswick
Former teacher Irene Feather has died at 88. Born in Silsden, she attended Eastwood Council School, in Keighley, and later returned as a teacher. Her brother, author John Waddington-Feather, said his sister excelled both academically and in
A festive party was held at Bradford District Care Trust’s Airedale Centre for Mental Health. Around 50 people attended the event, which included a service, reading group, arts and crafts sessions and entertainment from the Bandwagoners. Stephen
Adventure racer Alex Pilkington faced snakes and swamps in his sport’s recent world championships in Costa Rica. Alex, who lives near Horton-in-Ribblesdale, raced as part of Team Mountain Hardwear in the event, which involved eight days of non-stop
