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Newsome

Newsome is a village located about 1 mile south of Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. It resides within the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees and is central to the Newsome Ward, from which the ward derives its name. It is a relatively small village within a larger metropolitan area.

2006: Assistant Head Teacher Named West Yorkshire Teacher of the Year

In 2006, the assistant head teacher of Newsome Academy was named West Yorkshire Teacher of the Year in an award sponsored by Pulse Radio.

July 2009: Swine Flu Case at Castle Hill School

On 11 July 2009, the Huddersfield Examiner reported a confirmed case of swine flu at the specialist school in Newsome.

February 2013: Closure of Newsome Bakehouse

In February 2013, the Huddersfield Examiner announced the closure of the Newsome bakehouse, along with the Huddersfield shops.