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‘It’s well overdue’- Leeds residents react to redevelopment plans – Leeds Now
Bramham House, in Bramham, Leeds, is set to be converted into 25 flats and 22 houses. The House, which was formerly an orphanage, has been left vacant since the 1980s, and residents think it’s time for change. This is the second Bramham House planning application that has been sent to …
Leeds museums funding increase ‘vital’ to stay open
A Leeds Museum sharing just under £1m funding has said it is “absolutely essential” to keep it open. The funding comes from a £20m pot from the government’s Museum Renewal Fund, where Leeds museums secured £952,000 of this. “Currently there is a deficit in the local authority between what it …
Airedale Hospital workers vow to continue striking
Support workers at Airedale Hospital have vowed to continue striking until the “two-tier workforce” has been resolved. Union members say the strikes are a response to pension, sick pay, annual leave, and Sunday working enhancements being poorer for staff not employed by the NHS. Desa Bower, a catering hostess said: …
Shipley performers take to the skies for the first time
Shipley performers have taken to the skies for the first time in an aerial show over the market square. Bloom was the latest event part of the Bradford City of Culture 2025 which combined acrobatics, choir singing, dance and opera to celebrate the people of Shipley. Many of the cast …
The area in Leeds where you’re twice as likely to have your bike stolen
The latest West Yorkshire Police data, made available on the Leeds Observatory has revealed that Little London and Woodhouse ward has remained the hotspot for bike theft in the city, with more than double the thefts than other areas. From September 2023 – August 2024, there were reported 412 incidents, …
How Rollo Ross’ moral compass lead him to becoming LA journalist of the year
During his time at Packwood Haugh Boarding School, Ross, 49, was known as a trouble maker, but not for the obvious reasons one may think. His ability to recognise unfair situations from the age of seven meant he often found himself being punished for challenging teachers in order to stand …
Zero Waste Leeds and Leeds City Council team up
Last year Zero Waste Leeds ran a winter coat appeal which saw the collection and distribution of 500 coats. This year they are doing a similar scheme but are aiming to collect 2,000 coats. Tracy Morgan the project coordinator of Zero Waste Leeds said: “Leeds City Council contacted and said …
Zero Waste Leeds and Leeds City Council team up
Last year Zero Waste Leeds ran a winter coat appeal which saw the collection and distribution of 500 coats. This year they are doing a similar scheme but are aiming to collect 2,000 coats. Tracy Morgan the project coordinator of Zero Waste Leeds said: “Leeds City Council contacted and said …
West Ham defenders slated by Roy Keane and their own manager after loss against United
After a relatively dull first half with the deadlock unbroken, the action begun during the second 45 minutes. West Ham advanced to the lead when Thomas Soucek blindsided the Red Devils by narrowly keeping the ball within the left touch line and prompting them to lower their guard and passing …
My experience in San Diego
I didn’t know what to expect walking to Headingly campus at five in the morning; it was a big job and I felt nervous with having the responsibility of being executive producer. I’m used to the comforts of rainy England, Leeds Beckett PC’s and only having myself to rely on; …
Horror car crash in Batley cake shop
A horrifying scene took place in Batley this weekend when a car sped through Kake Temptations cake shop window and hit a customer. Three fire engines, two ambulances and six West Yorkshire police cars were called to the scene. Finn Goodall was an eyewitness at the scene he said: “I …
Leeds farm brings community together
Meanwood Valley Urban Farm is a registered charity established in 1980 for the local Leeds community to come together and get some fresh air and enjoy the animals. Animals at the farm include several goats, two cows, plenty of sheep, a couple of guinea pigs and rabbits, chickens and the …
Halloween is here in Headingly
Halloween has finally arrived after much anticipation and excitement over the weekend. There have been loads of Halloween themed events in Leeds over the past three days for students and residents to go to. But where were they collecting their costumes. Smiffy’s in Headingly appears to be the place to …
Coronation Street actor Paddy Beaver hits out at online abuse
In the modern day technology era, more than two thirds of young people have experienced bullying, harassment or viewed distressing content online. A study carried out by the Digital Youth Index found that 69% of young people aged between eight and 25 have said that they’ve experienced upsetting content online …
Disposable Vapes on the rise
Disposable vapes have become very popular in the last year. The colourful vapes have taken the younger generation by a storm. The vapes have become a phenomenon with all sorts of sweet flavours, different variations of sizes and different brands of vape. A lot of people are unaware of the …
Art exhibition raises awareness to sexual violence
Testimonies from victims. Portraits of men and women affected. These were just two of the illustrations on display at the Reclaim art exhibition on Friday 30 September. Hosted by SASHA – Students Against Sexual Harassment and Assault – the aim of the exhibition was to raise awareness that no victim …
Art exhibition raises awareness to sexual violence
Testimonies from victims. Portraits of men and women affected. These were just two of the illustrations on display at the Reclaim art exhibition on Friday 30 September. Hosted by SASHA – Students Against Sexual Harassment and Assault – the aim of the exhibition was to raise awareness that no victim …
Squatters remain due to no show landlords
After being served court papers from the alleged landlords of the property, Royds Catering, members of the squat appeared in front of a judge at Bradford County Court on 29th September. Representing themselves armed with external legal advice, they presented their defence. With the landlords failing to appear, the squatters …
Squatters remain due to no show landlords
After being served court papers from the alleged landlords of the property, Royds Catering, members of the squat appeared in front of a judge at Bradford County Court on 29th September. Representing themselves armed with external legal advice, they presented their defence. With the landlords failing to appear, the squatters …
Pro life and pro choice go head to head outside Leeds abortion clinic
A trio of anti-Abortion protesters are currently standing outside the Marie Stopes clinic in Leeds in attempts to change the minds of women undergoing abortions and other contraceptive procedures. However, they have expressed upset at the fact that members of the public are laughing, shouting and honking at them. They …
Calderdale’s plan to become net zero
Calderdale Council have published a draft Climate Action Plan in the hopes to reach net zero by 2038. Calderdale Council announced a climate emergency at the start of 2019 following the increase in damage to the planet. So far the council have managed to reduce CO2 emissions by 40% but …
Calderdale’s plan to become net zero
Calderdale Council have published a draft Climate Action Plan in the hopes to reach net zero by 2038. Calderdale Council announced a climate emergency at the start of 2019 following the increase in damage to the planet. So far the council have managed to reduce CO2 emissions by 40% but …
Anti-abortion protesters start 40 day protest at Leeds clinic
Protests first began on the 28th September and are due to continue for a 40 day period, where protesters will stay in front of the clinic during the clinics opening times.
Hundreds gathered together in Leeds for memory walk
Dementia is the name of a collection of symptoms associated with an ongoing decline of brain functioning. It affects memory, thinking skills plus other mental and movement abilities. Dementia is a horrific condition which tears relationships apart. The memory loss often makes families feel bereaved as their loved one who …
Leeds Bonfire plans go up in flames
Leeds city council cancel all bonfires for the third year in a row due to budget cuts and the fear that members of the public may cause disruption. The Leeds community have been left very disappointed as they are going to end another year with no communal celebrations for the …
Taxi drivers could lose their job with Councils new rules
Drivers are in an uproar following new rules brought out, which could see taxi drivers being left unemployed. Leeds City Council approved a new rule during a Council Executive Board meeting on Wednesday 21st September. The rule says that taxi drivers who reach 9 points after committing minor motoring offences …
Taxi drivers could lose their job with Councils new rules
Drivers are in an uproar following new rules brought out, which could see taxi drivers being left unemployed. Leeds City Council approved a new rule during a Council Executive Board meeting on Wednesday 21st September. The rule says that taxi drivers who reach 9 points after committing minor motoring offences …
The Key Club runs ‘alternative freshers fair’ for first time since 2019
Usually putting on music shows and club nights, The Key Club opened its doors for its first ‘alternative freshers fair’ since 2019. The fair showcased local independent businesses, non-profit organisations and artists. Organised by marketing assistant, Sav Bowskill, the event has proved to be a success with students and locals …
Young people not getting vaccinated causes concern in Yorkshire
Young people in Leeds from the ages of 18-29 haven’t yet followed government guidelines of getting both vaccine doses within 12 weeks of each other. Records from gov.uk show that only 69% of women and 62.2% of men aged 18-29 in the North East and Yorkshire have received both doses …