Summary

  • Man, 77, summonsed over pellet gun death

  • Two men jailed for 'ruthless and barbaric' killing

  • Man charged with abduction of 12-year-old girl in Leeds

  • Three-day health workers' strike begins in Doncaster

  • Two charged after being seriously hurt in firearms incident in Leeds

  • Closure U-turn for tiny rural Yorkshire Dales school

  • High levels of drugs found in Humber estuary

  • Police appeal over missing Huddersfield teenager

  • Celebrations as Barnsley FC promoted to Championship

  • CCTV appeal over North Yorkshire social club break-in

  • Hull Uni moves up league table as Leeds leads in Yorkshire

  • Click on 'Related Stories' for county-specific updates

  • Live updates on Wednesday 1 May 2019

  1. Chris Wilder heralds 'life-changing' promotion successpublished at 08:22 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has described winning promotion to the Premier League as a "life-changing" experience for all those involved after the Blades secured their place in the top flight.

    Chirs WilderImage source, PA

    Speaking to BBC Radio Sheffield, Wilder - who joined the club in 2016 when they were in League One - said: "I think it's life-changing for everybody, an unbelievable experience.

    "We're going to have some great experiences over the next two or three days. Then, when the fixtures come out, we'll have a look at that and really rub our hands together.

    "We're back in the big time and it is just an unbelievable achievement, [especially] how quick we've done it and I'm delighted to be part of it and delighted for everybody concerned."

  2. Two treated in hospital after Leeds flat blazepublished at 07:49 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    Two people have been taken to hospital after a fire at a block of flats in Leeds.

    Fire engine

    Fire crews were called to the flats, on Leylands Road, in Sheepscar, at about 22:45 last night after reports of a fire alarm and the smell of burning.

    Firefighters discovered a small blaze and two of the flat's occupants needed to be treated for the effects of smoke inhalation.

  3. Watch: The moment Blades won promotionpublished at 07:34 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    Jubilant scenes erupted at Bramall Lane yesterday as Sheffield United players and staff celebrated their promotion to the Premier League.

    As the whistle blew on promotion rivals Leeds' 1-1 draw with Aston Villa, the Blades - now five points clear with just one match remaining - sang, danced and hugged as emotions ran wild.

    Promotion means United will play in the Premier League for the first time since 2007:

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  4. 'We share a lot' - Jo Cox's sister on Great Get Togetherpublished at 07:18 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    Nearly three years on from the murder of Yorkshire Labour MP Jo Cox, people are being encouraged by her sister to come together to talk about the things they have in common.

    Kim LeadbeaterImage source, PA

    The third Great Get Together is due to be launched later, with a series of community events across the UK planned for June.

    Kim Leadbeater (pictured) says the events are a chance to bring people together in what she says are divisive times.

    "There's so much stuff in the media and stuff across the country about the things we fall out about and the things we disagree on, but actually if we come down to the simplicity of life we also share a lot," she said.

    "We find that despite the differences we have, we have a lot of shared values and shared things. We all have to get up every day, pay our bills and feed our kids and get on with the basics."

  5. Yorkshire's Monday weather forecastpublished at 07:01 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    This morning any mist will slowly lift to allow some sunshine.

    This afternoon will be dry with lengthy periods of sunshine.

    The top temperature will be about 15C (59F):

    Weather graphic
  6. York city centre river safety under scrutinypublished at 06:51 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    The deaths of five people in York's rivers this month are due to be discussed later.

    River in York

    The city's river safety group, made up of the emergency services, local universities, the city council and other organisations, is set to meet.

    Among those to have died is 19-year-old Sonny Ferry whose parents have said they want to see safety around the city's rivers improved.

    David Horn, senior operations manager for the York Rescue Boat, says today's meeting will scrutinise everything.

    "If a person gets into the river, have they the capability to self-rescue? Do we put barriers or walls up? Is there enough lighting and is camera coverage in the area appropriate?" he asks.

  7. Check your Yorkshire train journeypublished at 06:41 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    BBC News Travel

    If you're making a journey on the rails in Yorkshire this Monday morning, most services appear to be running to time.

    However:

    • The 07:21 Leeds to Scarborough service has been cancelled
    • The 07:50 York to Manchester Airport service has been cancelled
    • The 08:18 Leeds to Manchester Airport service has been cancelled

    For all the latest live updates from the county's main railway stations, click on the links below:

  8. Sheffield United promoted to Premier Leaguepublished at 06:30 British Summer Time 29 April 2019

    BBC Sport

    Celebrations will be continuing this morning after Sheffield United were promoted to the Premier League.

    Sheffield fans celebrateImage source, Rex Features

    The Blades are five points clear of Yorkshire rivals Leeds with one game of the Championship season remaining.

    United could win the title if they win at Stoke City and Norwich lose at Villa on the final day.

    Promotion means the Bramall Lane side will play in the top flight for the first time since 2007.

    "It's one of the greatest days of my life, 100%," an emotional manager Chris Wilder told BBC Radio Sheffield.

    "To see it over the line today, surrounded by my players and my family, to see us back in the Premier League is truly incredible.

    "What a day to be a Blade. Next season will be a fabulous experience for everyone involved."