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Featured 29 August 2024

New footbridge to be built in Otley after public safety concerns raised over pedestrian crossing

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Art & Culture, Previews 22 August 2024

RARE Productions: On Its Way to Leeds

RARE Productions, a renowned name in the musical theatre world, is coming to Leeds soon! RARE offers many opportunities to world-class talented youth performers all around the United Kingdom, soon to include the Carriageworks Theatre in Leeds. RARE Productions is the UK’s largest Youth Theatre Company, with over 20 years’ experience of staging musicals in […] Leeds Living …

Featured 5 August 2024

Leeds Kirkgate Market is the real deal for shoppers and businesses

Shoppers and new businesses are flocking to Leeds Kirkgate Market as an ongoing multi-million pound investment in the historic retail destination continues to deliver impressive results. Leeds City Council News – News …

Editor Picks, Music & Dance, Previews 3 August 2024

Leeds Gigs: August 2024

Yard Act: at Millennium Square on 3 August The Leeds band released Where’s My Utopia on 1 March via Island. It’s the follow up to their critically-acclaimed debut record The Overload which arrived in January 2022. The Overload was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize after a slew of positive reviews, national radio playlistings and a placing at #2 in the […] Leeds Living …

Featured 18 July 2024

Playground announced for New Wortley park

A park in the New Wortley area of Armley is set to get its own dedicated play area with climbing equipment and an agility play trail, in response to voices in the community.
After a successful bid for funding, Leeds City Council has announced that a new playground will be built at Oak Road Recreation Ground, known locally as Jailey Fields. Leeds City Council News – News …

Charity & Fundraising, Editor Picks, People & Places 13 July 2024

Celebrating The Unsung Heroes of Leeds

The Forum Central Learning Disability Awards Ceremony Took Place at The Leeds Marriott Hotel on 21 June. The Awards recognise and celebrate the amazing work done in Leeds to support and improve the lives of people with learning disabilities. They are organised by Volition, a partner of Forum Central. Forum Central is an infrastructure organisation, […] Leeds Living …

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Suspected acid attack in Leeds shop doorway sparks police appeal
by leeds.live@reachplc.com (Sebastian McCormick) on 11 September 2024 at 4:16 pm
Man suffers injuries after substance causes 'burning sensation'
Every word of Liam Cooper's emotional letter to Leeds United 'lunatics' in special goodbye
by leeds.live@reachplc.com (James Smailes) on 11 September 2024 at 3:40 pm
Former Leeds captain Liam Cooper has written a goodbye to the fans
Three free agent defenders Leeds United could sign after surprise transfer twist
by leeds.live@reachplc.com (Matty Hewitt) on 11 September 2024 at 3:30 pm
Leeds United could still bolster their squad with a number of free agents on the market
Leeds United and Angus Kinnear release classy statements as Liam Cooper seals transfer switch
by leeds.live@reachplc.com (Dom Howson) on 11 September 2024 at 3:25 pm
Liam Cooper has sealed his move to CSKA Sofia
ITV Emmerdale's Cain Dingle under fire from fans amid worrying Moira scenes
by leeds.live@reachplc.com (Olivia Wheeler, Olivia Wheeler) on 11 September 2024 at 2:44 pm
Emmerdale's Cain Dingle disowned his son Nate Robinson after he was told that wife Moira had tried to kiss him - but viewers have been quick to point out that he's making a huge mistake

Dad waves from dock to supporters as he's jailed for 'terrifying incident'
by editorial@examiner.co.uk (Sophie Corcoran) on 11 September 2024 at 3:47 pm
Luke Fowler has previously admitted violent disorder in relation to an incident at the Holiday Inn Express hotel in Rotherham last month
Mystery surrounds Huddersfield church dig as shells, bottles and bones discovered
by editorial@examiner.co.uk (Andrew Robinson) on 11 September 2024 at 3:46 pm
Treasure trove found alongside human bones in Huddersfield town centre
Martin Lewis tells people living in homes worth under £450k to act
by editorial@examiner.co.uk (Tom Kershaw) on 11 September 2024 at 3:37 pm
Martin Lewis has issued a warning to UK households considering purchasing properties at £450k
Boy put in isolation on first day of school over 'grade one' haircut
by editorial@examiner.co.uk (Joe Griffin, Tom Kershaw) on 11 September 2024 at 3:22 pm
The year 7 student was told by teachers on his first day that his hair was not long enough - his dad says he was "really upset"
People urged to leave taps slowly dripping on Thursday night
by editorial@examiner.co.uk (Neil Shaw, Tom Kershaw) on 11 September 2024 at 3:17 pm
The UK is set to see "unseasonably cold" conditions over the next few days, with patchy rural frost developing by Thursday night

Leeds City Council confirms new interim chief executive
on 11 September 2024 at 1:54 pm
Leeds City Council has confirmed the appointment of Mariana Pexton as interim chief executive in a unanimous vote of its full council.
Mass transit: Council backs first phase of scheme
on 11 September 2024 at 11:22 am
Leeds City Council is backing the first phase of West Yorkshire’s mass transit scheme, in a report due to go before senior councillors next week.
Inspiring women’s landmark legacy project to go before council chiefs
on 11 September 2024 at 9:26 am
The city’s senior councillors are set to hear more about inspiring plans to honour some of the trailblazing women who have made history in Leeds. Members of Leeds City Council’s executive board will next week be asked to give their backing to plans to add the names of six inspirational women to the walls of the council chamber at Leeds Civic Hall.
Leeds City Council chief executive Tom Riordan confirms leaving plans
on 10 September 2024 at 3:09 pm
Leeds City Council chief executive Tom Riordan has confirmed his leaving plans after being appointed to a leading role in driving the improvement of health outcomes across the country.
Leeds support services come together to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2024
on 5 September 2024 at 3:49 pm
Kirkgate Market will play host to a special event showcasing a range of support services on offer in Leeds as the city comes together to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2024.

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