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Yorkshire Evening Post
Fields of a million blooms awaits
Farmer Copleys' Dutch-inspired Tulip Festival has returned for its third year, with over a million tulips blooming across its fields. Following its debut in 2024, the festival has become a staple on the Pontefract farm's calendar, with thousands of visitors travelling from across the country. Now, the festival has returned and is running until Sunday, May 3.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Joshua gets 'unbelievable lift' training in Spain with Usyk
Anthony Joshua has resumed training with Oleksandr Usyk to continue an enemies-turned-allies partnership that Eddie Hearn believes is revitalising the British heavyweight.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Across the county...
Across Yorkshire and the Humber, around 6,400 properties have benefited from new or improved flood defences, while nationally 61,898 homes and businesses have been better protected - surpassing the original target of 52,000.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Leeds plans £30m road improvement to hospital
Travel to one of the city’s main hospitals is set to be improved with a £30m road upgrade scheme.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
We'll get Lawes to World Cup, says Sanderson
Courtney Lawes has been backed to make a sensational return to the England setup for the 2027 Rugby World Cup by his new Sale boss Alex Sanderson.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Fears over 'intolerable noise' block plan
A pizza shop has been refused permission to operate until 5am over concerns the bid would have created a disturbance for people living nearby.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
United team news
Leeds United could have a “positive surprise” when it comes to their current injury victims ahead of their clash with Wolves.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
I'm a celebrity - get me off the shelf and it's not a dating game
If they are not scrambling to be on Traitors, celebrities are turning their hand to writing novels, particularly cosy crime or chick-lit/romance.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
LIV Golf still going at full throttle, says CEO O'Neil
LIV
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Captain Handley in touching distance of two milestones
Leeds Rhinos captain Ash Handley is within touching distance of two milestones going into tonight's game at Huddersfield Giants.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Trainer Crisford set to switch to Dubai facility
Ed Crisford, who currently trains in Newmarket in partnership with his father Simon, is to relocate to Dubai later this year to become private trainer to owner Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Abuser told his girlfriend: 'I'm going to kill you'
A violent Leeds boyfriend told his partner “you're going to take your last breath” as he strangled her during a terrifying attack.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Council says yes to bid for new bar
A new bar is to open in Morley after plans to convert a disused building were agreed with the city council.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Research leads to call for better training for dementia patients
More than half of adult social care staff begin looking after patients despite having had no dementia training, according to new research.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Hearn insists Taylor deserves top-billing
Eddie Hearn insists Katie Taylor deserves to take top billing for her farewell fight at Croke Park this summer as he ruled out the Dublin venue hosting Anthony Joshua's clash with Tyson Fury.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Retro photos that showcase Middleton Railway in the 1990s
Middleton Railway is the world's oldest continuously working railway.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Fan-tastic opportunity to net bottle of limited edition Bremner whisky
One Leeds United fan could get their hands on a limited edition Billy Bremner whisky next month as funds are raised to commemorate the former Whites captain in his home town.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Fouls and fouler language, and a foul atmosphere
Childhood.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Food at our festivals, events and sport venues is upping its game
Going to a festival used to mean grabbing a cheeseburger or a hotdog and chips if you were lucky.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Reds plot bold double raid as Arsenal eye £104m elite striker swoop
All the latest Premier League transfer rumours including updates from Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Arthur says Rhinos are 'going good' with plenty of improvement to come
Brad Arthur has given his assessment of Leeds Rhinos' season so far and revealed how they can improve.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Bag a bargain – this afternoon TV treasure offers rich pickings
Sue Wilkinson shops with Shift the Thrift
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Who has made it to the finals of the apprenticeship awards?
The finalists for this year's West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards have been revealed ahead of the annual celebration event.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Look what's on Festival menu at Ilkley
Organisers of the Ilkley Food and Drink Festival have confirmed the full entertainment programme for their seventh annual celebration, returning to the town's picturesque riverside setting on the weekend of June 13 and 14.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Potted history of snooker at World Championships
Sports fans of a certain age will recall the early days of snooker as a mass-marketed game, when Pot Black took to our TV screens.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Sharpe: Trafford would be ideal signing for Leeds
Leeds United would be strengthened by the arrival of James Trafford from Manchester City, believes former Whites winger Lee Sharpe.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Forward star Faatili back in Trinity squad to face Bradford
Wakefield Trinity coach Daryl Powell has made two changes to his initial squad for Saturday’s visit of Bradford Bulls.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
Critically acclaimed show tackling male isolation comes back 'home'
For generations, the idea of 'Northern grit' has been a badge of honour.
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
7 superb wines to drink al fresco
These still and sparkling pinks are right on point, says Sam Wylie-Harris
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April 17, 2026
Yorkshire Evening Post
City gyms among UK's most welcoming
A national survey has revealed that Leeds is a UK hotspot for creating safe, supportive and inclusive fitness environments, and its fiercely independent gyms are leading the way.
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