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Marcus Hilton, of Wakefield, is the first person in Europe to have stem cells inserted into his eyes to help him see

Stem cells could bring back vision for a Wakefield business owner

A BAR owner from Wakefield has become the first person in Europe to have limited eyesight treated with embryo stem cell research.

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Letter - Strong views on pews

As a non-denominational Christian, I am sure that I am not alone in watching with despair the antics of the clergy in their bid to raise millions of pounds to ‘renew the cathedral’.

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Another trust head departs

THE chairman of the under-fire health trust which runs Pinderfields Hospital has stepped down – just a week after its chief executive quit.

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Accident causes M1 delays

A ROAD accident has caused delays on the M1.

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Snow warning for Wakefield

SNOW will cause traffic disruption this weekend, the MetOffice has warned.

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Agar delighted with Wildcats' second-half showing

WAKEFIELD Trinity Wildcats head coach Richard Agar felt his side's impressive second-half performance at Widnes Vikings showcased the attacking qualities his side has in its ranks this season.

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Wakefield Wildcats open Super League XVII with victory at Widnes Vikings

WAKEFIELD Trinity Wildcats cruised to an opening day 32-14 victory at Widnes Vikings in Stobart Super League XVII.

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Countdown to Super League XVII - Amor fully committed to Wakefield Wildcats

PROP Kyle Amor insists he’s fully committed to Wakefield Trinity Wildcats despite signing a contract that allows Leeds Rhinos the option to re-sign him midway through the campaign.

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Countdown to Super League XVII: Washbrook targets flying start for Wildcats

DANNY Washbrook is hopeful Wakefield Trinity Wildcats can make a flying start to Super League XVII at Widnes Vikings tonight (Friday).

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Countdown to Super League XVII: Wakefield Wildcats boss Agar dismisses doubters

WAKEFIELD Trinity Wildcats boss Richard Agar admits that he “doesn’t care” if people have already written off his team’s chances ahead of the new Super League XVII season.

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Railway society’s model display video

MODELLING mayhem returned to Pontefract last weekend as the Normanton and Pontefract Railway Modellers’ Society steamed into town.

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27 January 2012.....   Artist Gary Hume with his exhibition which opens at the Leeds City Art Gallery on Monday

Gary’s in the frame at gallery

A STRIKING exhibition by one of Britain’s leading contemporary artists is being premiered at Leeds Art Gallery this week.

Normanton & Pontefract Railway Modellers Society hold 43rd annual show, which was held at New College, Pontefract.
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Railway society’s model display video

MODELLING mayhem returned to Pontefract last weekend as the Normanton and Pontefract Railway Modellers’ Society steamed into town.

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Duelling duo set for piano battle!

Ace pianists Craig Michael and Rob Russell have launched their Duelling Pianos at the clubland sector and the B&S Social Club in Featherstone is due a visit from this ivory tickling pair this weekend.

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Miles Kane heading for Leeds 02 Academy

IT’S been quite a 12 months for Miles Kane.

West Yorkshire Playhouse production of
Angus, Thongs and Even More Snogging
Based on the novels by Louise Rennison
Adapted for the stage by Mark Catley and Louise Rennison 
Director Ryan McBryde
 WyP-Angus-2073ANGUS THONGS AND EVEN MORE SNOGGING.

Queen teen puckers up

PUCKER up your pout and hold onto your gym knickers because director Ryan McBryde is bringing the internationally popular adventures of a teenage heroine to West Yorkshire Playhouse.

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Letter - Get to grips with traffic

Here is a list of Kirkgate traffic offences:

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Letter - Refreshed at lighting

How refreshing to read Ian Stevenson’s letter (January 6) ‘Leave the lights off’. At last some fresh thinking with some common sense and reason.

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Letter - Marvellous shoppers

I just want to say thank you to everyone who helped me when I fell over in the Ridings.

Letter - Do we need new builds

I READ with great interest the letter from Peter Box (13/1/12). In it he defends his councils record on spending, regeneration and public consultation while pushing some blame towards the Tory goverment. At a time of cuts and hardship lets look at some spending.

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Letter - Wakefield can prosper

I am delighted at the news of shopping success for the city, as half a million shoppers visited Trinity Walk. This big boost for the city is good news, and has been needed for a while as these times of high unemployment are difficult.

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Saturday 04 February 2012

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Heavy snow

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Wind Speed: 17 mph

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