That's all from Thursday...published at 06:30
Those are all our updates from across Yorkshire on Thursday 30 November 2017.
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Summary
Extra Christmas security for Leeds city centre
Man appears in court charged with wife's murder in Halifax
Yellow 'be aware' warning for snow and ice across Yorkshire
Dawn tree-felling to go ahead in Sheffield due to protests
Legality of blocked Capital of Culture bids to be examined
Firms 'will vote with their feet' and move to Yorkshire due to HS2 - report
Swan shot and killed with air rifle at Castleford RSPB reserve
Bradford-based Morrisons recalls chicken pie over fish mix-up
Updates on Thursday 30 November 2017
That's all from Thursday...published at 06:30
Snow footage from around the UKpublished at 21:15 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Parts of eastern England, Kent and Scotland have seen snow, with another 5cm forecast in some areas.
Read MoreOur five top stories todaypublished at 17:59 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
That's all from us for today, we'll be back tomorrow from 06:30 with all the latest news, sport, weather and travel for Yorkshire.
Updates on breaking news will continue throughout the night, but before we go, let's look back at some of our top stories from today:
- Man in court over Halifax death
- Snow comes to Yorkshire
- Early morning tree-felling to go ahead in Sheffield
- Legality of blocked Capital of Culture bid to be examined
- York puppy sees snow for the first time
See you tomorrow
Snow forecast? Paul is livepublished at 17:50 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Look North weatherman Paul Hudson is now live explaining what to expect in the current cold snap:
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Business leaders in Doncaster are criticising the government over the continuing delays about whether a University Technical College (UTC) will be built.
The town has been waiting three years to find out whether they'll get a UTC and the chief executive of Doncaster Chamber of Commerce, Dan Fell, is not happy with the delay:
Quote MessageWe are considering the application and a decision will be made in due course".
Spokesperson, Department for Education
Listen: Call for increased evening rail servicespublished at 17:34 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
A South Yorkshire MP has urged the government to provide more evening rail services between Sheffield and London.
Clive Betts, the Labour MP for Sheffield East, wants this to be an important criteria for a new franchise that will run on the Midland mainline from 2019 as he feels currently residents in the steel city are getting a raw deal:
In response, the rail minister Paul Maynard feels that the people of Sheffield deserve to have a good train service to London:
Extra security for Christmas shoppers in Leeds city centrepublished at 17:18 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Barriers have been installed in Leeds city centre as part of security measures to protect Christmas shoppers from potential terrorist attacks.
Image source, Leeds City CouncilThe city council said the barriers would restrict vehicle access to pedestrianised areas in the run-up to Christmas.
The measures were not in response to any specific threat but were to provide reassurance, it said.
Permanent bollards will be installed in the city centre next year.
Listen: The Damned United features at Barnsley venuepublished at 16:55 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Paulette Edwards
Presenter, BBC Radio SheffieldThe Damned United by West Yorkshire's David Peace was a novel based on Brian Clough's short time as manager of Leeds United.
It was then made into a film and now it's also a play.
But it's not being performed on a stage - instead it is being put on at a Barnsley sports club.
Luke Dickson, who plays Cloughie, has told me how he's been getting on with the trademark mannerisms and sayings of the manager:
Future of children's heart surgery unit securedpublished at 16:35 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Jamie Coulson
Health Correspondent, BBC Look NorthThe future of the children's heart surgery unit in Leeds has finally been secured.
NHS England has announced that the centre which is based at the Leeds General Infirmary will continue to operate.
It brings to an end a period of seven years of uncertainly overs its future but campaigner Steph Ward felt a closure should never have even been discussed as a possible option:
Ex-music teacher cleared of sex attackspublished at 16:33 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
The defendant is cleared at York Crown Court of abusing a boy more than 30 years ago.
Read MoreTravel update: Fault on M62 smart motorwaypublished at 16:18 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Breaking
BBC News TravelThis isn't looking so smart - the M62 won't be operating on the hard shoulder tonight:
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End of twitter postCold snap in Yorkshire 'face says -35'published at 16:11 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
I think we can agree with this:
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End of twitter postYorkshire garden inspiration for Chelsea 2018 releasedpublished at 16:00 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Adam Pinder-Smith
BBC Yorkshire LiveYorkshire will once again have a garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, with the Dales set to be the inspiration for the 2018 design.
The area is famous for cheese, buttercup meadows and dry stone walls.
All three will be recreated in the finished showcase which you'll be able to see at the event next May.
The artist's impression has been released today and also includes plans for a woodland, pastures and flowing water:
Image source, Welcome to YorkshireQuote MessageWe’re delighted to be back at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show for the ninth year running, bringing a garden inspired by the stunning Yorkshire Dales to the heart of London for the whole world to see"
Sir Gary Verity, Welcome to Yorkshire
Matthew helps England reach last 16published at 15:43 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
BBC SportSheffield's Nick Matthew played his part in helping England reach the knock-out stages of the Men's World Team Squash Championship in Marseille.
His side are the defending champions and beat Argentina and Finland to finish top of Pool B and set up a round of 16 tie with Switzerland.
Image source, England SquashThis is the last time Matthew will be taking part in the tournament before he retires at the end of the season.
Quote MessageHe (Nick Matthew) is renowned for getting his preparations right for big events. He has periodised his training meticulously with the Championships in mind and is sure to be dangerous.”
David Campion, National Coach at England Squash
Advice for Aston Villa fans on where to find refreshmentpublished at 15:34 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
If you know of any thirsty Aston Villa fans who'll be coming up to Leeds tomorrow, let them know:
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End of twitter postGritters ready: Snow moves to South and West Yorkshirepublished at 15:28 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
The good folk in parts of North Yorkshire have enjoyed (if that's the right word) the first snowy day, but now the band of snow is moving towards South and West Yorkshire.
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End of twitter postIt looks like councils are responding already, sending out fleets of gritters on to the region's roads:
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End of twitter post 3And Calderdale Council has picked the right day to announce this:
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It's all too easy to get grumpy about snow as an adult.
We need to treat the white stuff just like Truffle the dog from York who played in it for the first time today:
Man who died on A64 near Sherburn has been namedpublished at 14:48 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
North Yorkshire Police have released the name of a man who died following a collision on the A64 near Sherburn in Ryedale on Monday evening.
He is 26-year-old Ryan David Walker from Sherburn. Police have confirmed that an inquest will be opened in "due course".
In a statement his family said that “Ryan was much loved and will be very sadly missed.”
Image source, North Yorkshire PolicePolice said inquiries continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and witnesses are urged to call officers with any information via 101.
Sheffield-born vicar to host Christmas Day radio showpublished at 14:37 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Adam Pinder-Smith
BBC Yorkshire LiveSheffield-born vicar Kate Bottley will be presenting the breakfast show on Christmas Day on BBC Radio 2.
The former Gogglebox star took to social media earlier to announce the news:
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End of twitter postYou'll be able to hear the show live on Christmas morning from 08:00, with the show then available to listen again via the BBC iPlayer radio app for 30 days.
Quote MessageDuring the festive season the millions of listeners who tune in to BBC Radio can enjoy their favourite programmes as well as some great Christmas treats"
Bob Shennan, Director of BBC Radio and Music
Star Wars collection fails to sell at Sheffield auctionpublished at 14:27 Greenwich Mean Time 30 November 2017
Adam Pinder-Smith
BBC Yorkshire LiveA collection of the original 99 Star Wars action figures has failed to sell at auction today after the reserve price of £2,500 wasn't met, despite what has been described as a "rare opportunity" for collectors.
The figures, which were originally on sale to the public between 1978 and 1983 for as little as £1.59 each are being sold by an anonymous collector at Sheffield Auction Gallery.
Image source, Sheffield Auction GalleryAuctioneer John Morgan said the collection had been put together by a man from Sheffield over a number of years but who has now decided to part company with the figures.
Quote MessageIt's rare to see it come up at an auction as a job lot rather than being broken down"
Chris Malbon, who valued the collection, Metropolis Toys