We'll be back with all the latest live news, sport, weather and travel updates from across Yorkshire from 06:30 on Thursday.
Where there's muck there's brass: Rubbish raises charity cash in Selby
How do you cut down on litter in our towns and cities? How about using on-street bins to pay for donations to charities - much like the token system in some supermarkets?
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In other words, the more litter you put in a certain bin the more money a charity gets.
It's an interesting idea that has seen Selby town centre reduce litter by nearly 40% after bins were effectively transformed into charity collection pots.
The more litter that goes into the bins (and the less on the ground) the more the featured charity of the month benefits.
Asthma UK has already collected £300 in January thanks to the project, with Macmillan Cancer Care now February's good cause.
Skipton man jailed for 'nasty assault' with plank of wood
A Skipton man has been jailed for 32 months after hitting a man with a plank of wood, leaving him with head injuries.
North Yorkshire PoliceCopyright: North Yorkshire Police
Simon Whiteside (pictured), 47, of of Greenfield Street, was sentenced at York Crown Court yesterday after he repeatedly hit a 53-year-old man with the plank in an alleyway in Skipton.
Whiteside pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm and two counts of breaching a restraining order against the victim.
Quote Message: This was a nasty assault that has left the victim with permanent scarring. Whiteside now has plenty of time to reflect on his actions." from Det Quita Passmore North Yorkshire Police
This was a nasty assault that has left the victim with permanent scarring. Whiteside now has plenty of time to reflect on his actions."
'Quick-thinking' primary school children praised after crash
Nick Wilmshurst
BBC Local Live
Three primary school children from Barnsley who helped at the scene of a car crash have been awarded certificates to acknowledge their quick-thinking.
South Yorkshire PoliceCopyright: South Yorkshire Police
Ten-year-old George and siblings Lauren and Leo, both aged 11, were on their way to school when they saw a car crash with a motorbike in November last year in Barnsley.
George grabbed his mum's mobile phone and called 999. Meanwhile, Lauren and Leo ran over to the bike rider to assist.
Leo also phoned 999 to explain what happened, and Lauren phoned her dad's work to explain that he was helping with a collision and would be late for work.
Quote Message: These children remained incredibly calm and immediately began to help when they saw what had happened." from PCSO Claire Banks South Yorkshire Police
These children remained incredibly calm and immediately began to help when they saw what had happened."
CCTV appeal over 'brutal' assault in Wakefield pub
Police in Wakefield have released pictures of two men they want to speak to after a "brutal" attack on a man at a pub in the city.
West Yorkshire PoliceCopyright: West Yorkshire Police
It happened at the Stereo Bar, on Albion Court, on 4 December.
A 29-year-old man was attacked in the toilets by two other men, meaning he needed urgent hospital treatment for facial injuries.
Quote Message: This was a brutal assault on the victim. We're releasing these images today in the hope of jogging the memory of any people [who were there] on the night of this assault." from Det Con Rachel Darling West Yorkshire Police
This was a brutal assault on the victim. We're releasing these images today in the hope of jogging the memory of any people [who were there] on the night of this assault."
Support work by Sheffield girl with cerebral palsy recognised by PM
A young woman from Sheffield with cerebral palsy has been recognised for her support work with disabled people.
Ellie SimpsonCopyright: Ellie Simpson
Ellie Simpson, who studies at Sheffield Hallam, set up CP Teens, an organisation aimed at connecting young people with disabilities and providing them with support.
She decided to launch the website after experiencing isolation during her time in sixth form. She realised how little social support there was for young people with cerebral palsy.
Quote Message: I have met some amazing people and I have made the most special of friendships along the way. I'm so excited about the future of CP Teens UK." from Ellie Simpson
I have met some amazing people and I have made the most special of friendships along the way. I'm so excited about the future of CP Teens UK."
South Yorkshire's Deputy Chief Constable to retire
The Deputy Chief Constable of South Yorkshire is to retire in April after 30 years' service with the police, she's announced.
GMPCopyright: GMP
Dawn Copley, who started her policing career in 1987, joined the South Yorkshire force in 2015.
In a statement, she says: "When I joined, I could not have imagined the many and varied experiences that lay ahead. Some have been immensely enjoyable, others terribly sad.
"But together these experiences have added up to a fabulous career and I have met some truly wonderful people along the way."
HS2 community event in Sheffield
Sheffield residents are sharing their views about the proposed HS2 high speed rail route at a community event in the city today.
The event is taking place at the Aston Hall Hotel until 20:00 and anyone can drop in.
It's part of a series of consultations across Yorkshire by the team tasked with the construction of the project:
HS2Copyright: HS2
Do you know this man? CCTV appeal over serious sexual assault
Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to talk to after a serious sexual assault in Leeds.
West Yorkshire PoliceCopyright: West Yorkshire Police
The victim, an 18-year-old woman, had been on a night out in the city centre and was walking along Briggate shortly after 04:30 on 14 January when she was approached by a man.
He walked with her until they entered the park between Servia Hill and Woodhouse Street where she was subjected to a serious sexual assault.
Quote Message: The victim contacted police on 3 February to report this incident. Clearly this has been a very traumatic ordeal for the victim and we urgently need to trace this man." from Det Insp Phil Jackson West Yorkshire Police
The victim contacted police on 3 February to report this incident. Clearly this has been a very traumatic ordeal for the victim and we urgently need to trace this man."
Work begins on UK's highest man-made outdoor climbing wall
Kat Harbourne
BBC Local Live, Yorkshire
Have you got a head for heights? You'll need it if you happen to go to Brighouse in West Yorkshire soon.
ROKT climbing centreCopyright: ROKT climbing centre
Work's started there on a 36m high climbing wall which, when it's finished, will be higher than either the Tower of London or the Angel of the North.
The £75,000 project is being led by ROKT climbing centre in partnership with Calderdale Council to help raise the profile and participation in the activity.
When it's completed in the spring, it will give daredevils views of up to about 20 miles across Yorkshire - on a good day, of course.
Cigarettes, cannabis and cash captured
About 30,000 counterfeit cigarettes, amounts of cannabis, Class A drugs and a large quantity of cash have been seized during raids in Sheffield.
South Yorkshire PoliceCopyright: South Yorkshire Police
Several homes in Parson Cross have been raided as part of an intelligence-led operation this week, according to South Yorkshire Police.
Quote Message: We would like to stress the dangers of buying counterfeit goods, in particular tobacco products, as it's unknown what chemicals and toxins are ingested, in addition to the known health risks associated with smoking." from Sheffield Tasking Team
We would like to stress the dangers of buying counterfeit goods, in particular tobacco products, as it's unknown what chemicals and toxins are ingested, in addition to the known health risks associated with smoking."
Bid for more funding to help beat future Leeds floods
Officials in Leeds are stepping up the pressure on the government to give them more money to spend on the city's flood defences.
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Leeds City Council says it wants more money to prevent flooding in the city and to avoid a repeat of the damage caused on Boxing Day 2015.
The council's expected to decide to send a detailed report on the flooding directly to the desk of the Environment Minister Andrea Leadsom.
Quote Message: I think there's every likelihood it could happen again. I'd like to see a decent standard of protection for Kirkstall Road so businesses can be confident again." from Phil Marken Kirkstall Road businessman
I think there's every likelihood it could happen again. I'd like to see a decent standard of protection for Kirkstall Road so businesses can be confident again."
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BBC Local Live, Yorkshire
That's all from us for today, though updates will continue for Yorkshire throughout the evening and tonight right here.
Before we go, let's look back at some of our top stories from today:
We'll be back with all the latest live news, sport, weather and travel updates from across Yorkshire from 06:30 on Thursday.
Where there's muck there's brass: Rubbish raises charity cash in Selby
How do you cut down on litter in our towns and cities? How about using on-street bins to pay for donations to charities - much like the token system in some supermarkets?
In other words, the more litter you put in a certain bin the more money a charity gets.
It's an interesting idea that has seen Selby town centre reduce litter by nearly 40% after bins were effectively transformed into charity collection pots.
The more litter that goes into the bins (and the less on the ground) the more the featured charity of the month benefits.
Asthma UK has already collected £300 in January thanks to the project, with Macmillan Cancer Care now February's good cause.
Skipton man jailed for 'nasty assault' with plank of wood
A Skipton man has been jailed for 32 months after hitting a man with a plank of wood, leaving him with head injuries.
Simon Whiteside (pictured), 47, of of Greenfield Street, was sentenced at York Crown Court yesterday after he repeatedly hit a 53-year-old man with the plank in an alleyway in Skipton.
Whiteside pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm and two counts of breaching a restraining order against the victim.
'Quick-thinking' primary school children praised after crash
Nick Wilmshurst
BBC Local Live
Three primary school children from Barnsley who helped at the scene of a car crash have been awarded certificates to acknowledge their quick-thinking.
Ten-year-old George and siblings Lauren and Leo, both aged 11, were on their way to school when they saw a car crash with a motorbike in November last year in Barnsley.
George grabbed his mum's mobile phone and called 999. Meanwhile, Lauren and Leo ran over to the bike rider to assist.
Leo also phoned 999 to explain what happened, and Lauren phoned her dad's work to explain that he was helping with a collision and would be late for work.
CCTV appeal over 'brutal' assault in Wakefield pub
Police in Wakefield have released pictures of two men they want to speak to after a "brutal" attack on a man at a pub in the city.
It happened at the Stereo Bar, on Albion Court, on 4 December.
A 29-year-old man was attacked in the toilets by two other men, meaning he needed urgent hospital treatment for facial injuries.
Support work by Sheffield girl with cerebral palsy recognised by PM
A young woman from Sheffield with cerebral palsy has been recognised for her support work with disabled people.
Ellie Simpson, who studies at Sheffield Hallam, set up CP Teens, an organisation aimed at connecting young people with disabilities and providing them with support.
She decided to launch the website after experiencing isolation during her time in sixth form. She realised how little social support there was for young people with cerebral palsy.
Ellie's work has now been highlighted as a "Point of Light", recognition which comes directly from the Prime Minister.
South Yorkshire's Deputy Chief Constable to retire
The Deputy Chief Constable of South Yorkshire is to retire in April after 30 years' service with the police, she's announced.
Dawn Copley, who started her policing career in 1987, joined the South Yorkshire force in 2015.
In a statement, she says: "When I joined, I could not have imagined the many and varied experiences that lay ahead. Some have been immensely enjoyable, others terribly sad.
"But together these experiences have added up to a fabulous career and I have met some truly wonderful people along the way."
HS2 community event in Sheffield
Sheffield residents are sharing their views about the proposed HS2 high speed rail route at a community event in the city today.
The event is taking place at the Aston Hall Hotel until 20:00 and anyone can drop in.
It's part of a series of consultations across Yorkshire by the team tasked with the construction of the project:
Do you know this man? CCTV appeal over serious sexual assault
Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to talk to after a serious sexual assault in Leeds.
The victim, an 18-year-old woman, had been on a night out in the city centre and was walking along Briggate shortly after 04:30 on 14 January when she was approached by a man.
He walked with her until they entered the park between Servia Hill and Woodhouse Street where she was subjected to a serious sexual assault.
Work begins on UK's highest man-made outdoor climbing wall
Kat Harbourne
BBC Local Live, Yorkshire
Have you got a head for heights? You'll need it if you happen to go to Brighouse in West Yorkshire soon.
Work's started there on a 36m high climbing wall which, when it's finished, will be higher than either the Tower of London or the Angel of the North.
The £75,000 project is being led by ROKT climbing centre in partnership with Calderdale Council to help raise the profile and participation in the activity.
When it's completed in the spring, it will give daredevils views of up to about 20 miles across Yorkshire - on a good day, of course.
Cigarettes, cannabis and cash captured
About 30,000 counterfeit cigarettes, amounts of cannabis, Class A drugs and a large quantity of cash have been seized during raids in Sheffield.
Several homes in Parson Cross have been raided as part of an intelligence-led operation this week, according to South Yorkshire Police.
Bid for more funding to help beat future Leeds floods
Officials in Leeds are stepping up the pressure on the government to give them more money to spend on the city's flood defences.
Leeds City Council says it wants more money to prevent flooding in the city and to avoid a repeat of the damage caused on Boxing Day 2015.
The council's expected to decide to send a detailed report on the flooding directly to the desk of the Environment Minister Andrea Leadsom.
Travel update: Problems on M62 westbound
BBC Travel
There's a lane closed on the M62 westbound between J26 and J25 because of an accident.
As you can see, emergency services are there dealing with it and there are a few delays.
Highways England say they expect things to get back to normal before 17:00.
Do you have a coat for a greyhound?
If so, a South Yorkshire charity wants to hear from you.
Greyhound Rescue has been asked to take in 30 greyhounds.
Staff there can't take all 30, so are busy finding places for them all.
They say they're desperate for fleece greyhound coats, as they'll soon have a total of 18 dogs in their kennels.
The charity was set up to rescue greyhounds from being put to sleep and to find them loving "forever homes".
Powell sets Tigers' sights on top four
Castleford Tigers are targeting an injury-free push for Super League's top four in 2017, says head coach Daryl Powell.