Birkby News Express

27/06/2026

We’re evolving with the times to serve our community even better! 💙

📱 Our new contact number is: 07778 885557

We’ve officially moved on from our landline, so please save our new mobile number for all enquiries.

Coming Soon: WhatsApp customer service! You’ll soon be able to message us directly for quick enquiries and added convenience.

19/04/2026

LATEST Major fire hits industrial unit on Leeds Road in Huddersfield

Fire crews are tackling a large blaze at an industrial unit on Leeds Road in the HD1 area of Huddersfield.

Fifteen fire appliances and two aerials are at the scene.

Please avoid the area if possible.

05/04/2026

Thanks to your generosity, we’ve raised an incredible £5,160 for charity through our Dates & Cakes sales this year! Every purchase, share, and kind word has helped make a real difference.

May you all be rewarded for your kindness and support 🤲

15/02/2026

🚨LIVE: Man up pylon near Brighouse Sainsbury’s causes power cut to 22,000 homes.

01/02/2026

🌙 Ramadan Is Nearly Here – Buy Your Tin Today in store at Birkby News, HD22UN.

🎁 Introducing the New 2026 Design: Dates for Orphans
Celebrate Ramadan with our beautifully designed tins, filled with the finest ethically sourced Medjoul Dates.

🤍 100% of Profits Go to Charity
Buying the Dates for Orphans tin supports education, food, and long-term care for orphans worldwide. Inspired by the Islamic value of Ḥubb (love), this tin transforms compassion into protection — turning faith into meaningful action for those most in need.

🎨 Tin Design by Alia Islam (.islamicart)

🎉 The Perfect Gift for Ramadan – Taste the sweetness. Make a difference.

Cash Only, £10 a tin. Whilst stocks last

26/01/2026

*Dates for Charity*

Now available at BirkbyNews, HD2 2UN

Various designs available £10 a box
*Cash only*

All Proceeds to Charity
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24/12/2025

26/11/2025

St John’s Road closed this morning… 🚓