A 16-year-old has been arrested after a gun cabinet, containing six rifles and shotguns, was stolen in Halifax.
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses following the burglary in Barkisland, which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
The burglars forced the rear patio doors of a house and also took some ammunition.
The gun cabinet was recovered after it was discarded and a a 16-year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of burglary.
Quote Message: A number of firearms were stolen along with personal items, and we are continuing our investigation to recover these items and return to their owners. The firearms were legally held by the owner and I would also ask people to come forward if any of the above items have been advertised for sale." from Det Insp Craig Lord West Yorkshire Police
A number of firearms were stolen along with personal items, and we are continuing our investigation to recover these items and return to their owners. The firearms were legally held by the owner and I would also ask people to come forward if any of the above items have been advertised for sale."
Watch: Compost used by criminals given to the community
You'll often hear the police talk about proceeds of crime, where they take item or money gathered by criminals and sell them for charity.
Well how about a group of cannabis growers who were caught, and their compost seized.. It was then given to Beeston in Bloom so they can grow their flowers!
A man's been jailed today for being drunk on board a flight from Leeds Bradford.
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The Jet 2 flight to Cyprus had to be diverted to Manchester after 21-year-old Joshua Strickland, of Lucas Avenue, Clifton near York, became disruptive on board and threatened a family.
He has been jailed for six months as well as being banned from flying with Jet 2 for life.
One-Day Cup: Yorkshire v Surrey
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West Yorkshire's five universities could be hit by strike action - depending on the outcome of a union ballot.
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The union Unison has advised staff to reject a 1.1% pay offer from the Joint Negotiating Committee for Higher Education Staff.
The union has described the new offer as "miserly". The ballot opens on Tuesday.
Weather: Wet afternoon ahead
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Well, the charming Thursday we're having will continue in much the same way it started. We can look forward to further pulses of showery rain this afternoon, possibly turning heavy, persistent and locally thundery.
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GCSE results in West Yorkshire
Thousands of teenagers across West Yorkshire have been nervously opening their GCSE results today.
These students from Leeds City College's 14+ Academy look pretty pleased with their results...
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Figures across the country show there's been a 2% drop in the number of pupils awarded A-star to C grades. That's down from 69% in 2015 to 67% this year.
If you'd like to congratulate or commiserate with anyone in your family, drop me a line.
If you';re travelling in the area, you can expect a busy A64, which will be shut to through traffic eastbound near Bramham Park from today until 05:00 on Friday.
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Festival-goers can also leave the A1(M) at junction 45 for Boston Spa and use local access roads to Bramham Park, Highways England said.
Other drivers are advised to consider alternative routes or allow more time for their journey.
Travel update: Crash closes Doncaster Road in Wakefield
BBC Travel
Looks like this is going to cause a few problems, I'd avoid if you can!
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Get involved
- If you see an emotional teenager around this evening, go easy on them, it was GCSE results day.
- Leeds festival posters have hardly changed in 17 years.
- Don't do anything illegal with compost, the police will come around and take it off you.
- Some have been more prepared for the Leeds Festival than others.
- In Leeds, we're not a fan of posh fizzy drinks.
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Latest PostFive things we learned today
Nick Wilmshurst
BBC Local Live, Leeds
That's it from us today, we'll return tomorrow from 08:00 with more news, sport, weather and travel for West Yorkshire.
Before I go, here are five things we learned today.
See you tomorrow!
It's been a busy year so far for Millennium Square
Actually, this is pretty impressive isn't it! Although I doubt many people are at the beach today...
Weather: Will it get better over the weekend for Leeds Festival?
Keeley Donovan
BBC Look North
Well, don't throw away your wellies and waterproofs just yet...
Watch my full forecast for the latest!
Commuters warned to stop feeding railway moggie after fans turn her into a fat cat
The Daily Express
Britain's world famous railway moggie is being put on a diet after her doting fans turned her into a fat cat.
Free swimming sessions at Leeds leisure centres this weekend
Inspired by Team GB's amazing success at Rio 2016, Leeds City Council is offering free swimming sessions at council-run leisure centres this weekend.
You may not be able to have a go at diving, though, but the offer includes free general swimming and general lane sessions.
You can take part at Armley, Aireborough, Holt Park, John Charles Centre for Sport, Morley, Pudsey, Rothwell, Scott Hall and Wetherby.
So what are you waiting for? Get your trunks on!
Leeds "swingers club" approved
A controversial "swingers club" in Armley has been given the go-ahead. It will occupy the site of a former shoe shop.
Opponents have called the plans "abhorrent" as the club would be 300m from a primary school, but council officers have said they should be approved.
A muddy start to Leeds Festival 2016
Thousands of people have been flocking to the Leeds Festival site in Bramham today, the first acts take to the stage tomorrow.
It's a wet start, but good to see they've all come well prepared!
Well, some more than others...
Arrest after gun cabinet stolen in Halifax
A 16-year-old has been arrested after a gun cabinet, containing six rifles and shotguns, was stolen in Halifax.
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses following the burglary in Barkisland, which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
The burglars forced the rear patio doors of a house and also took some ammunition.
The gun cabinet was recovered after it was discarded and a a 16-year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of burglary.
Watch: Compost used by criminals given to the community
You'll often hear the police talk about proceeds of crime, where they take item or money gathered by criminals and sell them for charity.
Well how about a group of cannabis growers who were caught, and their compost seized.. It was then given to Beeston in Bloom so they can grow their flowers!
One-Day Cup: Surrey reach final
Re-live BBC coverage of the first One-Day Cup semi-final as Surrey beat Yorkshire to reach the final.
Catch upMan jailed for being drunk on flight
A man's been jailed today for being drunk on board a flight from Leeds Bradford.
The Jet 2 flight to Cyprus had to be diverted to Manchester after 21-year-old Joshua Strickland, of Lucas Avenue, Clifton near York, became disruptive on board and threatened a family.
He has been jailed for six months as well as being banned from flying with Jet 2 for life.
One-Day Cup: Yorkshire v Surrey
Follow BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and BBC local radio commentary plus follow live text from the One-Day Cup semi-final between Yorkshire and Surrey.
One-Day Cup: Surrey reach final
Re-live BBC coverage of the first One-Day Cup semi-final as Surrey beat Yorkshire to reach the final.
FollowThe Leeds Festival from days gone by
Just thought you might enjoy some Leeds Festival facts.
The first Leeds Festival was held in 1999, and this year’s headliners the Red Hot Chilli Peppers were there.
Back then a day ticket cost £33 and a weekend ticket £78. Now, they're £66 and £213 respectively.
Brings it all back for me, I used to love Mansun...and look at how far down the list Coldplay are!
Felix the Huddersfield Station Cat completes 5K challenge
Huddersfield Examiner
She's hardly the quickest, but Felix the Huddersfield Station Cat finally completed her 5k challenge yesterday.
West Yorkshire's universities face strike action
West Yorkshire's five universities could be hit by strike action - depending on the outcome of a union ballot.
The union Unison has advised staff to reject a 1.1% pay offer from the Joint Negotiating Committee for Higher Education Staff.
The union has described the new offer as "miserly". The ballot opens on Tuesday.
Weather: Wet afternoon ahead
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Well, the charming Thursday we're having will continue in much the same way it started. We can look forward to further pulses of showery rain this afternoon, possibly turning heavy, persistent and locally thundery.
GCSE results in West Yorkshire
Thousands of teenagers across West Yorkshire have been nervously opening their GCSE results today.
These students from Leeds City College's 14+ Academy look pretty pleased with their results...
Figures across the country show there's been a 2% drop in the number of pupils awarded A-star to C grades. That's down from 69% in 2015 to 67% this year.
If you'd like to congratulate or commiserate with anyone in your family, drop me a line.
Leeds festival traffic plan in place
Just a reminder about traffic on the roads leading up to and around the Leeds festival.
If you';re travelling in the area, you can expect a busy A64, which will be shut to through traffic eastbound near Bramham Park from today until 05:00 on Friday.
Festival-goers can also leave the A1(M) at junction 45 for Boston Spa and use local access roads to Bramham Park, Highways England said.
Other drivers are advised to consider alternative routes or allow more time for their journey.
Travel update: Crash closes Doncaster Road in Wakefield
BBC Travel
Looks like this is going to cause a few problems, I'd avoid if you can!
Watch: Leeds carnival is almost here
It's a busy weekend ahead in West Yorkshire, not only do we have the Festival to look forward to, but the Carnival is happening too.
Thousands will flock to the city, with the parade taking place on Bank Holiday Monday. It's said to generate almost £4m.
But never mind all that boring money stuff, here's a flavour of all the sights and sounds of the Carnival!