A biker has died following a collision in Rotherham earlier this week, say police.

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The 25-year-old rider suffered serious head injuries in a crash on Wednesday at 15:50, when the motorbike he was riding collided with a grey Nissan Navara pick-up truck driving in the opposite direction.

He died in hospital yesterday, police added.

The incident happened on Carr Lane in the direction of Kilnhurst, with officers appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Anyone who saw the Nissan, or the rider's black Honda motorbike shortly before the collision are also asked to get in touch with officers.

Drivers who use the M1 and M62 are being warned to expect two months of disruption as part of a £2.5m refurbishment scheme.

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The Lofthouse interchange, where the motorways meet between Leeds and Wakefield, is being closed for major roadworks from tonight.

The structure that holds up the motorway is being repaired and resurfaced as part of the improvements, Highways England said.

It's expected the closure will see traffic be diverted for eight weeks. You can find out more information, external here.

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This "cold and wet" baby owl was rescued after being found stranded on a street in East Yorkshire:

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The owlet was found last Friday on Rawcliffe Lane in Rawcliffe by a former RSPCA inspector who immediately called the animal charity for help.

RSPCA officer Leanne Honess-Heather said: "It was pouring with rain and blowing a gale. The poor thing was completely drenched and very cold.

"When I collected him, he looked in reasonably good condition, other than being cold and wet. We don’t know how he got there, but he was most likely blown off course during the stormy weather."

"I'm pleased this little fellow has made it through his ordeal," she added.

The owlet is now in the care of a wildlife rehabilitation centre in North Yorkshire before it is released back into the wild.

The RSPCA says its centres care for over 1,000 "orphaned" fledglings each year, but many of these birds would have been better off if they were left in the wild.

It's "really important" to ensure it's only those which really need help that are brought in, the charity adds.

Yorkshire's warm weather could come to a sudden halt later after a weather warning for thunderstorms was issued by the Met Office.

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Over the last two days, sunshine has brought the hottest day of the year so far, but that is set to change throughout today.

A yellow warning has been issued for much of the UK with thunderstorms being forecast from midday.

The warning is in place until 09:00 on Saturday morning, according to the Met Office website.

Flooding and disruption could follow, it added.

More police officers will patrol a Sheffield park after an increase in anti-social behaviour, the South Yorkshire force has confirmed.

Officers met with Sheffield Council today after concerns were raised about behaviour in Endcliffe Park - including piles of litter left behind by people enjoying the sunny weather.

Police horses will be used to patrol the area, including extra officers in the park and surrounding roads, according to South Yorkshire Police.

Temporary Insp Louise Kent said: "From a policing perspective, I want to reassure park users and residents in the Rustlings Road area we are taking action.

"My officers have already been patrolling the area, but from tonight there will be an enhanced police presence in the park and on surrounding roads."

Officers had received "multiple reports" of problems at the park, including "rowdy behaviour, disputes, loud music and concerns for the safety of park users", she added.

Months of restrictions, warm weather and alcohol are thought to have created a perfect storm for unrest.

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York's city walls, some of the "most complete and finest in England", will reopen on 4 July, it has been announced,

Those visiting the walls that stretch for about two miles (3km) will have to follow a one-way system to help social distancing.

There will be signs at all entry points to the walls to help visitors take the correct, clockwise, path around, said York City Council.

The walls were closed in March, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Keith Aspden, leader of the council, said: “York’s city walls are the most complete and finest in England, making them one of our most treasured historical assets."

Some of the original walls were built by the Romans almost 2,000 years ago.

The current walls were largely built in the 13th and 14th Centuries but include earlier remnants.

A toxic chemical, which is sometimes sold as a diet pill, has been found at a property in Bingley, prompting a visit from the Army's bomb squad.

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Police attended an address in Percy Street, Bingley at 10:00 as part of a pre-planned operation with the Food Standards Agency.

Following a search of the property, a "toxic chemical" that is sometimes sold as a diet pill for weight loss was found.

Police say it's poisonous to humans and can be unstable if not stored properly.

The chemical was removed and will be "disposed of", West Yorkshire Police added.

A 48-hour dispersal order has been put in place in a Yorkshire town popular with tourists after a fight broke out among dozens of people gathered at a beauty spot.

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West Yorkshire Police said the fight broke out among a group gathered by the river in Ilkley on Wednesday afternoon.

The force said the order would remain in place until Friday.

The dispersal order gives police the power to remove or direct people away from the spa town.

Officers said anyone breaking the order would face up to three months in prison or a £2,500 fine.

Earlier this month, Councillor Anne Hawkesworth claimed residents of Ilkley were "afraid to go out" after dirty nappies and toilet paper were left strewn in the town.

Rubbish - including beer bottles, takeaway boxes and drug paraphernalia - was left strewn at the site on Wednesday.

Two men have been arrested in Yorkshire as part of a large-scale investigation looking at smuggling people into the UK.

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Five addresses were raided by police this morning in Grimethorpe, Bradford and Wakefield, the National Crime Agency (NCA) said.

A 34-year-old Albanian man was arrested in Bradford on suspicion of illegal entry to the UK and drugs offences, the NCA added.

A 24-year-old Albanian man was arrested in Wakefield on suspicion of illegal entry to the UK.

About £9,000 in cash along with cannabis plants were also seized, the NCA said.

Earlier today, Belgian authorities arrested 10 people and seized a gun after searching addresses in the Liège region.

It comes after 14 Albanian men were detained on suspicion of entering the UK illegally via a boat at Southwold harbour in December.

Three people have been arrested after a 14-year-old boy was attacked by a group of teenagers in Hull earlier this week.

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Racially abusive language is reported to have been used towards the victim during the attack, which happened on Monday at 14:30 on a field behind Anlaby Road, police say.

The boy was injured during the assault, with some members of the group being known to him, Humberside Police added.

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated grievous bodily harm and have been released under investigation.

Police officers investigating the incident are asking two female dog walkers, who may have seen what happened, to get in touch.

Members of a Polish family were racially abused during a row over a parking space in a North Yorkshire town, police have said.

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It happened in the car park at Conyngham Hall in Knaresborough (pictured) at about midday on Sunday 21 June.

The family, in a black BMW 5-series estate care, was involved in a "verbal altercation" with an older couple in a silver BMW 3-series car, police say.

The family's car was later found to have been damaged as well, according to North Yorkshire Police.

Officers are now appealing for anyone who saw the argument taking place, or who saw the damage being caused to the vehicle, to get in touch.

One suspect is described as a white man, about 5ft 8ins tall, of thin build, with grey hair and wearing a blue polo shirt and grey shorts.

The other suspect is described as a white woman, shorter and stocky, wearing a pink, blue and white vest top with a large flower motif on the front.

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An online book of remembrance has been launched for people in Barnsley to pay tribute to those who have died, external as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

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The virtual book of remembrance has been set up by Barnsley Council in a bid to recognise the impact Covid-19 has made on the town, as well as the contributions people have made during the outbreak.

People are being invited to leave messages remembering and paying respect to friends, family and loved ones who have lost their lives during the pandemic, as well as ones recognising those who have worked to support local communities.

Messages can include a name, memory, photograph, drawing or poem to honour or share thanks.

Barnsley artist Graham Ibbeson has created a charcoal drawing entitled Down to Earth, inspired by the crisis, which will feature in the virtual book.

Sir Steve Houghton, leader of Barnsley Council, said: "Coronavirus has had such a huge impact on everyone’s life, causing untold distress and devastation.

"We felt it was important for people to have a public platform which would allow them to reflect, remember, share memories and support our local people and communities."