So much so that she's already got a Twitter account with thousands of followers.
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The book is actually written by Kate Moore but I'm assured that Felix has proof-read what is described as the true tale of a close-knit community and it's incredible bond with a very special cat.
Broken down van cause of delays in Leeds this morning
Stuck in queues getting into Leeds this morning?
This broken-down van on Marsh Lane is thought to have been the main cause.
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The stricken vehicle meant that some were facing delays of up to 40 minutes coming into the city from the motorways.
Queensbury man missing for more than a month
A man from Queensbury has been missing for more than a month, today police have released CCTV images of his last known movements.
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Craig Alderson, 44, was last seen on Friday 20 January and has not been in touch with any friends or family.
The CCTV images are from Chapel Street and show Craig holding a laser measuring device in his hand.
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We hope that releasing these new images might jog someone's memory. We are increasingly concerned for Craig's welfare."
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West Yorkshire Police
We hope that releasing these new images might jog someone's memory. We are increasingly concerned for Craig's welfare."
A service in Sheffield which helps women and teenagers recovering from cancer is at risk due to a shortage of volunteers.
Look Good Feel Better
offers make up lessons with a qualified beautician to patients who've been receiving chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other cancer treatments.
Dance yourself dizzy
Jericho Keys
Reporter, BBC Radio York
This morning I was up in Bedale to meet dance teacher, Alan Beattie.
Nothing unusual in that you may think until you realise that Alan's in his 80s and is more sprightly than a Twentysomething like me!!
In a few weeks he'll be performing solo at the UK's biggest dance event -
Move It
, so I went along to see if he could give me any tips to make me more of a twinkle-toed hipshaker and less of a clodhopping lump!:
Knife point robbery on mother as children played downstairs
Two men have broken into a Leeds house and threatened a woman as her children played downstairs.
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It happened in Oakwood yesterday morning when the men came into the house on Hollin Hill Avenue through a window.
They told two children who were playing downstairs to be quiet and then went upstairs where they held a knife to their mother's throat and forced her to open a safe.
The men left with some high-value Asian gold jewellery and were caught on camera (above).
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This was clearly a terrifying experience for the victim and her children."
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This was clearly a terrifying experience for the victim and her children."
The effects of storm Doris have been felt in Halifax this lunchtime.
This is the result of car v tree outside the Bankfield Museum.
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Luckily no one was hurt, but I should imagine there might be a small claim on someone's insurance.
Storm Doris: Campaigners deny preventing council from dealing with fallen tree
Tree campaigners in Sheffield are disputing claims by the city council that they stopped workers from dealing with a tree brought down by Storm Doris.
Sheffield City Council has called for protests over their tree-felling scheme the be called off during the bad weather after they went to deal with a large conifer on Rivelin Valley Road which had snapped and fallen across a path.
Storm Doris: Delays at Doncaster Sheffield airport
Passengers are being reminded to check the status of their flights before they travel to Doncaster Sheffield airport this afternoon, amid ongoing disruption due to high winds.
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At present, the weather is impacting on a small number of flights that have been delayed both in and out of the airport. We will continue to monitor the situation throughout the day and encourage all passengers to check with their airline before travelling.”
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At present, the weather is impacting on a small number of flights that have been delayed both in and out of the airport. We will continue to monitor the situation throughout the day and encourage all passengers to check with their airline before travelling.”
Police make fourth arrest after fatal shooting in Sheffield
A 57 year old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting offenders, in connection with the death of Aseel Al-Essaie.
The 23 year old died after being shot in the chest in Walkeley, Sheffield on Saturday.
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Read moreOur five top stories today
Nick Wilmshurst
BBC Local Live, Yorkshire
Well that's all from us for today, we'll be back tomorrow from 06:30 with all the latest news, sport, weather and travel for Yorkshire.
Updates on breaking news will continue through the night, but before we go, let's look back at some of our top stories from today:
See you tomorrow.
Huddersfield railway cat: Book published today
Jim Addyman
BBC Local Live
Today sees the publication of the remarkable true story of Felix The Huddersfield Railway Cat.
The feline is a cat who is becoming something of a local legend .
So much so that she's already got a Twitter account with thousands of followers.
The book is actually written by Kate Moore but I'm assured that Felix has proof-read what is described as the true tale of a close-knit community and it's incredible bond with a very special cat.
Broken down van cause of delays in Leeds this morning
Stuck in queues getting into Leeds this morning?
This broken-down van on Marsh Lane is thought to have been the main cause.
The stricken vehicle meant that some were facing delays of up to 40 minutes coming into the city from the motorways.
Queensbury man missing for more than a month
A man from Queensbury has been missing for more than a month, today police have released CCTV images of his last known movements.
Craig Alderson, 44, was last seen on Friday 20 January and has not been in touch with any friends or family.
The CCTV images are from Chapel Street and show Craig holding a laser measuring device in his hand.
Further arrests over fatal shooting
Three people are being held in custody in connection with the killing of a man in Sheffield.
Read moreCheltenham's Hall joins York on loan
National League club York City sign midfielder Asa Hall from League Two Cheltenham Town on an initial 28-day loan deal.
Read moreLong waits at Leeds railway station
The trains have been thrown into chaos today because of storm Doris, leaving thousands of travellers in Leeds stranded on platforms tonight.
This is the scene at Leeds station right now:
There are reports that Leeds station is very busy with some passengers reportedly waiting for a train for several hours.
Network Rail say that long distance services are subjects to delays:
Cancer recovery group needs volunteers
Can you help?
A service in Sheffield which helps women and teenagers recovering from cancer is at risk due to a shortage of volunteers.
Look Good Feel Better offers make up lessons with a qualified beautician to patients who've been receiving chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other cancer treatments.
Dance yourself dizzy
Jericho Keys
Reporter, BBC Radio York
This morning I was up in Bedale to meet dance teacher, Alan Beattie.
Nothing unusual in that you may think until you realise that Alan's in his 80s and is more sprightly than a Twentysomething like me!!
In a few weeks he'll be performing solo at the UK's biggest dance event - Move It , so I went along to see if he could give me any tips to make me more of a twinkle-toed hipshaker and less of a clodhopping lump!:
Knife point robbery on mother as children played downstairs
Two men have broken into a Leeds house and threatened a woman as her children played downstairs.
It happened in Oakwood yesterday morning when the men came into the house on Hollin Hill Avenue through a window.
They told two children who were playing downstairs to be quiet and then went upstairs where they held a knife to their mother's throat and forced her to open a safe.
The men left with some high-value Asian gold jewellery and were caught on camera (above).
Afghan teen on cusp of rugby career
Said Jamal arrived in the UK four years ago and has been spotted by rugby league club Castleford Tigers.
Read moreStorm Doris: Car v tree - Car loses
The effects of storm Doris have been felt in Halifax this lunchtime.
This is the result of car v tree outside the Bankfield Museum.
Luckily no one was hurt, but I should imagine there might be a small claim on someone's insurance.
Storm Doris: Campaigners deny preventing council from dealing with fallen tree
Tree campaigners in Sheffield are disputing claims by the city council that they stopped workers from dealing with a tree brought down by Storm Doris.
Sheffield City Council has called for protests over their tree-felling scheme the be called off during the bad weather after they went to deal with a large conifer on Rivelin Valley Road which had snapped and fallen across a path.
The council says workers were prevented from dealing with the situation by a small number of protesters.
But Sheffield Tree Action Groups say campaigners were merely checking the clear-up work was "a legitimate activity."
Travel update: Trains cancelled into Manchester Picadilly
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Some more woe if you're travelling on the trains this afternoon:
Storm Doris: Delays at Doncaster Sheffield airport
Passengers are being reminded to check the status of their flights before they travel to Doncaster Sheffield airport this afternoon, amid ongoing disruption due to high winds.
Police make fourth arrest after fatal shooting in Sheffield
A 57 year old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting offenders, in connection with the death of Aseel Al-Essaie.
The 23 year old died after being shot in the chest in Walkeley, Sheffield on Saturday.
Earlier today, a 22 year old man was arrested on suspicion of murder while a 16 year old boy was also arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder.
Both remain in police custody.
A 30 year old man, also arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder, has since been released on police bail.