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Daily Record
19-07-2025
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- Daily Record
'Much-loved' Brit teacher trampled to death by elephant on safari identified
Former chemistry teacher Janet Easton, 68, was tragically killed alongside another tourist during an African safari. A school has paid a touching tribute to a British tourist who was crushed to death by an elephant on a safari. Janet Easton, 68, was fatally trampled on by a nursing elephant in Africa on July 3. Tour guides desperately tried to save her but were unable to deter the animal. The former chemistry teacher was sadly killed alongside another female tourist from New Zealand, reports the Mirror. She has been identified as Alison Taylor, 67. The pair were on a guided safari trip at the South Luangwa National Park when tragedy struck. They were walking around when the animal suddenly charged towards them at high speed. Tour workers attempted to block the animal by using firing shots but failed. Now, her former place of work, Titus Salt School in Baildon, Bradford, has paid tribute. On its website, she was described as an "intrepid traveller" and "much-loved" friend. The teacher, also known as Janice, taught at the site from September 1983 until she retired in August 2022. Headteacher Phil Temple said she was "admired" for her skills. He wrote: ' Sad news. We are sorry to hear the tragic news of the death of our friend and former colleague. Janice Easton whilst travelling in Africa. Janice started working at Titus Salt School in September 1983 and completed almost 40 years of service when she retired in August 2022. "Janice was a highly skilled Chemistry teacher and was for many years responsible for transition to high school. In these roles and others Janice had a profound impact on generations of pupils and students in the local community as well as countless colleagues who admired her skill, tenacity and determination to ensure all young people had the opportunity to succeed. "As well as an exemplary professional Janice was an intrepid traveller, keen photographer and much-loved friend. Janice will be fondly remembered by all in the Titus Salt School and wider communities." Local police chief Robertson Mweemba earlier told the BBC: "They were moving to other camps when the elephant charged from behind. We are really sorry that we have lost our visitors. They both died on the spot." He continued: "It is very difficult to control the animals and tourists like feeding them." The tour was operated by Expert Africa, reports The Times. Managing director Chris McIntyre, previously said: 'This was a deeply tragic and highly unusual incident in one of Africa's most remote wilderness areas. "Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of the travellers involved. Our priority has been supporting the families in every way possible. We remain in close contact, doing what we can to assist them. "We are liaising closely with the local authorities, our partners on the ground and the relevant consular services to support those involved and to understand how this tragic event occurred. We will, of course, co-operate fully with any official investigations that take place.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Daily Mirror
19-07-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
'Much-loved' Brit teacher trampled to death by elephant on Africa safari identified
Former chemistry teacher Janet Easton, 68, was tragically killed alongside another tourist during an African safari. Her old school said she 'had a profound impact on generations of pupils' A school has paid a heartbreaking tribute to a British tourist who was crushed to death by an elephant on a safari. Brit Janet Easton, 68, was fatally trampled on by a nursing elephant in Africa. Tour guides desperately tried to save her but were unable to deter the animal on July 3. The ex-chemistry teacher was sadly killed alongside another female tourist from New Zealand. She has been identified as Alison Taylor, 67. The pair were on a guided safari trip at the South Luangwa National Park when tragedy struck. They were walking around when the animal suddenly charged towards them at high speed. Tour workers attempted to block the animal by using firing shots but failed. Now, her former place of work, Titus Salt School in Baildon, Bradford, has paid tribute. On its website, she was described as an "intreped traveller" and "much-loved" friend. The teacher, also known as Janice, taught at the site from September 1983 until she retired in August 2022. Headteacher Phil Temple said she was "admired" for her skills. He wrote: 'Sad news. We are sorry to hear the tragic news of the death of our friend and former colleague. Janice Easton whilst travelling in Africa. Janice started working at Titus Salt School in September 1983 and completed almost 40 years of service when she retired in August 2022. "Janice was a highly skilled Chemistry teacher and was for many years responsible for transition to high school. In these roles and others Janice had a profound impact on generations of pupils and students in the local community as well as countless colleagues who admired her skill, tenacity and determination to ensure all young people had the opportunity to succeed. "As well as an exemplary professional Janice was an intrepid traveller, keen photographer and much-loved friend. Janice will be fondly remembered by all in the Titus Salt School and wider communities." Local police chief Robertson Mweemba earlier told the BBC: "They were moving to other camps when the elephant charged from behind. We are really sorry that we have lost our visitors. They both died on the spot." He continued: "It is very difficult to control the animals and tourists like feeding them." The tour was operated by Expert Africa, reports The Times. Managing director Chris McIntyre, previously said: 'This was a deeply tragic and highly unusual incident in one of Africa's most remote wilderness areas. Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of the travellers involved. Our priority has been supporting the families in every way possible. We remain in close contact, doing what we can to assist them. We are liaising closely with the local authorities, our partners on the ground and the relevant consular services to support those involved and to understand how this tragic event occurred. We will, of course, co-operate fully with any official investigations that take place.'
BBC News
18-07-2025
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- BBC News
Tributes to former Baildon teacher killed by elephant
A school has paid tribute to one of its former teachers who died after being attacked by an elephant during a walking safari in Easton, also known as Janice, 68, taught chemistry at Titus Salt School in Baildon, Bradford, from September 1983 until her retirement in August Easton, along with a 67-year-old female tourist from New Zealand, was trampled to death by the nursing elephant on 3 July, after efforts by tour guides to stop it by firing shots failed. Phil Temple, head teacher at Titus Salt, described Ms Easton as an "exemplary professional" who he said was an "intrepid traveller, keen photographer and much-loved friend". Mr Temple said Ms Easton's impact on "generations of pupils" in the local community had been "profound".He said her "skill, tenacity and determination to ensure all young people had the opportunity to succeed" had been admired by "countless colleagues".He added: "Janice will be fondly remembered by all in the Titus Salt School and wider communities."Local police chief in Zambia, Robertson Mweemba, said the two women had been part of a guided safari group who were walking in the park when the elephant charged towards them at high speed."They were moving to other camps when the elephant charged from behind. "We are really sorry that we have lost our visitors," Mr Mweemba said. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Bradford-based young people's health charity receives LNER funding
A Bradford charity dedicated to helping young people to build positive mental health has received funding through LNER's Customer and Community Investment Fund. Working with secondary schools in the district, Step2 delivers workshops designed to strengthen pupils' mental and emotional resilience. The charity teaches effective emotional communication skills and positive coping mechanisms, as well as supporting teachers, parents, school staff, and the community to work together to build "a wider culture of positive mental health." Chloe Love, service lead at Step2, said: "We share skills with young people which empower them to help themselves, both emotionally and mentally. "The funding from the LNER Customer and Community Investment Fund means we can reach more young people, teaching them how to cope with life's inevitable challenges. "We want young people in Bradford not just to survive, but to thrive and build a better future for themselves and their families, ultimately benefitting Bradford as a whole." Gemma Longbottom, special educational needs and disabilities coordinator at Titus Salt School, said: "Our pupils enjoy their sessions with Chloe, taking part in fun activities which build their mental health skills." More information about Step2 is available at
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Students taking creative lead in culture city
Pupils in Bradford have drawn inspiration from 2025 UK City of Culture events as they put their art skills to the test. Groups from schools around the district took part in a competition run by non-profit organisation Ahead Partnership on Friday. Speaking to the BBC, students said they were inspired by the cultural events in and around the city and that they have been encouraged to pursue their own creative ambitions. Dance enthusiast Eve from Baildon's Titus Salt School said seeing an upcoming production of Swan Lake in Bradford would be "inspiring". "I think it's exciting because I do really like dance and loads of different styles of it, so seeing more of it will be exciting," she said. "I do think dance is something I would pursue." She added: "It's inspiring that you can see something you don't normally see." Mariah Begum, a student at Hanson Academy, took her opportunity to present the benefits of diversity to other students at the event. "There are so many events going on which allows people to come together and learn more about different cultures," she said. "It gives people an opportunity to participate in these events and have fun." Interested in film and media industry, Mariah said seeing local filmmakers be celebrated had encouraged her. She said: "With all these events that I've been attending, it makes me want to become a movie director more. "It motivates me to make my own movie one day." Max Robinson, an assistant head at Titus Salt School, said: "I think it has made them proud of where they live as well and they wanted to make something that represents that. "I think if you asked a few years ago, 'do you want to create something that represents this city?' they wouldn't have found that as easy, or perhaps be as passionate about it." He added: "A lot of our students have gone to the big events in the city centre and the football club is doing really well as well. "There's a lot of pride in the city and a lot of competitions they're wanting to take part in." A full list of upcoming events for UK City of Culture can be found on its website. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. 'Youth is at heart of Bradford City of Culture'
