Police are appealing for witnesses after a pedestrian was seriously hurt when he was hit by a car in Bradford.

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Officers were called to Leeds Road at about 14:30 on Thursday afternoon after reports a pedestrian had been struck by a grey Hyundai l30 as it was turning right from Killinghall Road.

The 52-year-old man was taken to hospital in a serious condition, police say.

Anyone who saw what happened, or who has dash cam footage of the collision, is being asked to contact West Yorkshire Police.

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Scarborough’s coronavirus infection rate continues to fall, with new figures showing 46 new Covid-19 cases recorded in the last 24 hours.

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On 16 November, the North Yorkshire seaside resort's infection rate per 100,000 people on a seven-day average stood at 411, having reached more than 600 last week.

Yesterday, the infection rate was 457.

However, Scarborough’s rate remains ahead of every other North Yorkshire district and also the average for England, which stands at 255, but it has been falling steadily over the last week.

The borough, which includes, Scarborough, Whitby and Filey, has had a total of 2,565 coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic.

A number of roads in Bradford have finally re-opened following a huge tyre blaze in the city earlier this week, according to the council.

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About 45 firefighters are still at the scene of the fire which started in the early hours of Monday morning at a go-kart track in East Bowling.

Writing on social media, external, Bradford Council says: "Parma Street junction with Upper Castle Street, Mill Lane junction with Nelson Street and Mill Lane junction with Fitzwilliam Street, remain closed. All other roads are now open."

Meanwhile, National Rail Enquiries, external says most rail lines remain blocked into and out of nearby Bradford Interchange, with train services expected to remain disrupted "until at least the end of the day".

A 59-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman were arrested in North Yorkshire on Tuesday on suspicion of arson. They've been released on bail as inquiries continue, police say.

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A golden sunrise on the coast in Yorkshire was captured by some early morning photographers today.

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Bridkid took the above photo looking out into the North Sea from Bridlington.

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In Scarborough, Beverley Senturk caught the waves breaking as the sun rose above them.

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Staying in Scarborough, Myka was at the lido on the seafront as waves overtopped onto the path.

And thanks to Scarborough Lass for sharing this photo of the high tide in the town.

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Speeding motorists in North Yorkshire have been travelling at almost double the limit during the current lockdown, police have revealed.

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One driver was recorded at 56mph in a 30mph limit in Helmsley, while another was clocked at 111mph on the A64 near Malton, according to North Yorkshire Police.

Officers have criticised the “stupidity” of drivers who have reached almost 60mph in 30mph limits in areas including Selby, Harrogate, Hambleton and Ryedale and say they are taking “robust” action.

Criminal justice manager Andy Tooke said: “Since lockdown two began, we’ve seen a marked increase in the number of motoring offences we’ve captured.

"These are places where children are going to school, and residents are going on walks – yet some motorists are barreling through these towns and villages at lethal speeds.

“At a time when communities are doing everything they can to prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed, driving through 30mph areas at twice the speed limit is sheer stupidity," he added.

Leeds United defender Pascal Struijk signs a new three-and-a-half-year deal with the Premier League side.

A head teacher in East Yorkshire destroyed a note alerting him to a teacher having sex with a student, a child abuse inquiry heard.

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Headlands School in Bridlington previously had a "culture" of inappropriate behaviour and attitudes by staff, the inquiry was told.

Five staff members were convicted of sexual offences against children between 2006 and 2010.

During the hearing, Anthony Halford apologised to anyone who was "harmed".

The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) heard the anonymous note was sent to him in 2000 about teacher Ian Blott having sex with a pupil in a cupboard.

Blott was jailed in 2006 after admitting four charges of sexual activity with a child under 18.

"I take responsibility for it. We destroyed it because it was monstrous really," said Mr Halford, who was head between 1991 and 2004.

He said he did not consider the letter as a child protection issue because he "thought it was a libellous note", adding: "I thought it was just lies."

The hearing is part of an investigation into incidents of sexual abuse at schools which will also include Clifton College in Bristol and Hillside First School in Somerset.

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A chilly and dry start this morning, followed by a cloudy afternoon, with light rain or drizzle.

This evening will remain cloudy with some light rain, which will ease overnight:

People in Harrogate who have coronavirus symptoms but need to see a doctor about that and other conditions will now be able to arrange a face-to-face appointment with a GP, it's been confirmed.

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Until now, patients with Covid-19 in the Harrogate district who urgently needed an in-person appointment with a doctor have been seen at their own surgery.

But doctors say it’s more practical if Covid-positive patients, or those displaying symptoms, can be seen at a dedicated site elsewhere.

Now, NHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (NYCCG) says it's secured the use of the Jennyfield Styan Community Centre in Grantley Drive from the council until January.

The centre is usually home to support groups and youth clubs, but they've been temporarily stopped due to Covid-19 restrictions and the current national lockdown.

Doctors are due to begin seeing patients there next week after they've been referred by their own GP practice and where a face-to-face appointment is deemed essential.

Dr Charles Parker, from NYCCG, said: "This additional capacity will be of enormous benefit to practices throughout the Harrogate district and will help ensure doctors’ surgeries can continue to meet the demands of a busy winter period."

Some companies are finding ingenious ways of getting into the Christmas spirit against the odds.

Wigan Warriors turn on the style, running in five tries as they brush aside Hull FC to reach the Grand Final.

Hull KR sign experienced Fiji international prop forward Korbin Sims on a two-year contract.

Huddersfield Giants appoint former Salford Red Devils head coach Ian Watson as Simon Woolford's successor.

An arson investigation has been launched in a North Yorkshire town following a fire earlier this week.

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Emergency services were called to a caravan on fire on Southgate in Pickering town centre at about 22:00 on Monday night.

A number of households near the blaze had to be evacuated and the A170, the main road through the town, was closed to allow firefighters to work at the scene.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: "We're keen to hear from anyone who saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area at the time, or anyone who has any other information which could help the investigation."

A man who murdered a pensioner in Pontefract by stabbing him to death in his own home has been jailed for at least 30 years.

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Glynwr Wayman (pictured) stabbed Nathan Suggitt, 90, several times at his home on Love Lane Terrace on 5 October 2019.

Mr Suggitt's trouser pockets were turned out and a number of items were stolen from the property, a court heard.

Wayman, 50, of Love Lane Terrace, has been sentenced at Leeds Crown Court to life imprisonment for Mr Suggitt's murder, with a minimum term of 30 years.

Det Ch Insp Heather Whoriskey said: "Nathaniel Suggitt was brutally murdered in his home by a neighbour he thought he could trust.

‘Wayman broke that trust and killed Mr Suggitt, stealing personal items from him.

"I hope today’s sentence gives Mr Suggitt’s family and friends some comfort and closure."

Wayman was also convicted of robbing a 61-year-old woman in a separate incident, for which he was sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment, to run concurrently to his minimum term.

Leeds City Council is to cut another 200 posts and sell several buildings due to a budget shortfall.

A woman from East Yorkshire who struggles to walk because of a series of strokes is raising money for her local food bank by taking 100 steps every day using a walking frame.

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Wendy Field is currently taking on the challenge, helped by her carer who accompanies her in case she falls.

So far, Mrs Field's efforts has raised more than £600 for the Driffield and Wolds Food Bank - beating her initial £500 target.

Her son, Simon, said: "We set the target of £500 and it's already reached more than that. That's been an absolutely amazing response and she's delighted by that.

"So we need to stretch it a little bit more. We're going to put it in place up until Christmas, so she's got a goal to reach by then."

A Yorkshire company transforms hard to recycle plastics into everyday items.

A man has been arrested after a car was parked "deliberately" blocking a speed camera van in Rotherham.

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Police officers were called to Thurnscoe Road at about 12:15 on Monday to reports of a man abusing speed camera van staff.

It's alleged a driver parked behind the van and opened his boot, blocking the view of the road to those inside the van.

A 54-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of obstruction and remains under investigation, police say.

A Rotherham man has been handed a suspended prison sentence and banned from keeping animals for life after his two dogs starved to death in a crate in his kitchen.

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Stephen New, 34, of Seymour Road, Maltby, appeared at Sheffield Magistrates' Court on Wednesday charged with one count of causing unnecessary suffering to two boxer dogs.

It was after RSPCA inspectors were called to his home by police in July following concerns being raised about the welfare of the animals.

Vanessa Reid, from the RSPCA, said: "They were laid together, tucked up beside a bowl which was on its side.

"I’m not sure whether it was a food or water bowl, but it had been licked clean."

Full bags of food were at the property, the RSPCA added.

New pleaded guilty to the offence and was given a a 12-week prison sentence, suspended for two years, and was ordered to pay £400 in costs.

He has also been banned from keeping animals for life.