A picturesque but tough test in store for walkers and runners
The Hebden, a walking and running event, will take place for the ninth time on Saturday, January 17.Organised by the Calderdale Group of the Long Distance Walking Association, it continues to grow in...
View ArticleChills ‘n’ thrills! Get ready for 2015 New Year Swim
If you’re thinking of getting fit for 2015, then why not take the plunge? Literally!You can put a date in your diary for the New Year Swim, which will take place at Lee Dam, Lumbutts, on Sunday,...
View ArticleJaguar F-Type Coupe, a Jaguar with real growl
NOT only is the stunnning Jaguar F-Type Coupe one of the most attractive and potent sports cars in the world it has what is arguably the most sensational engine exhaust sound systems on any sporting...
View ArticleJames trains celebs to take a leap of faith
A former Todmorden man will put his ski jumping expertise to good use in a star-studded television show.James Lambert left the town as an 18 year old to pursue his dream of becoming a ski jumper and in...
View ArticleAnd a Euro comedy ‘star’ is born...
The Hebden Bridge Comedy Club returns to it’s regular second Sunday of the month slot at Hebden Bridge’s Old Gate this month with one of Europe’s newest stars.Well, sort of, as the organisers...
View ArticleLife and times of Punch and Judy
It was Festive Fun, accompanied by liquid punch, mince pies and shortbread biscuits, at the December Todmorden U3A general meeting with Mad Hatter Illuminations, aka Maurice Heath and Judy Heath,...
View ArticleFlood alert status updated for River Calder
The Environment Agency has removed the flood warning for the River Calder. Yellow warnings for strong wind are still in place for the region.
View ArticleLeak led police to cannabis farm
A 28-year-old father has been given a suspended prison sentence after police investigating a water leak found a Todmorden house kitted out with cannabis growing equipment.Bradford Crown Court heard...
View ArticleTodmorden Christian Fellowship: Looking to the year to come
Another Year, another beginning. So how was 2014 for you ?Good, bad, ugly, or just another year? January is a good time to look back, as well as forward, writes Rita Frayne.As a town we have had a busy...
View ArticleYoung stars made a ‘Wish’ - and shone!
StoryMagic Theatre treated families to a great seasonal show at Hebden Bridge Little Theatre with A Christmas Wish.The show was a real variety experience with song, dance, magic and comedy ending with...
View Article£500 raised for mum’s family
The fundraising night at Todmorden Working Men’s Social Club for the family of mum-of-two Stephie Evans, who passed away in November, raised a bumper £500.Headed by singer Steve Dean and featuring some...
View ArticleHeavenly weekend in store for celebration
It’s bound to be sheer heaven fans of the best independent music.Founded in London by Jeff Barrett, record label Heavenly, which brought the world releases by Saint Etienne, Flowered Up, the Doves and...
View ArticleMet Office issues warning for our region
The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for our region. High winds have been forecast, with heavy rain and the possibility of snow. The Met Office has warned drivers to take extra care.
View ArticleHelen got courage to call, and shed almost six stones
January is a time when lots of people decide to get in shape and anyone thinking about slimming down this New Year will find incredible inspiration in a Todmorden woman who has lost almost six stones...
View ArticleAdrian scoops international business award
A Todmorden-based business consultant has scooped a prestigious international award in recognition of his achievements.Adrian Ashton was named Best in Sector - Social Enterprise Support Services, in...
View ArticleWays to help you watch the pounds
Slimming World offers some healthy eating tips for the new year, said organiser of the Todmorden group, Rachel Firth.Rachel said: “Here are some top money-saving slimming tips: “Shop late in the day as...
View ArticlePAWS welcomes in new year with trio of events
Having recently become a fully registered charity, Pennine Animal Welfare is hoping to start this year with a bang and have the organisation’s success continue.Run by 26 volunteers, PAWS has managed to...
View ArticleJohn forecasts it’ll be cold and says ‘be prepared’
Yorkshire’s favourite weatherman is forecasting a harsher winter than last year so the message from local GPs is to have good health all wrapped up.Former Met Office weatherman, Todmorden-bred - John...
View ArticleAre wonderful pics archived?
Last year, I found a web site “todmordenhistory.co.uk”, which had some wonderful photos of Todmorden and surrounding area. Of particular interest to me were some very old photos of Eastwood and...
View ArticleEar to the Ground with Steve Blacksmith - A snapshot of our bird species
I led a New Year’s Day walk and Annual Bird Count.This year we got 21 species on the day; nothing rare, but a snapshot of the birdlife at this time of year in the early 21st century.It’s usually the...
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