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Leeds domestic abuse victims a step closer to safety
Person at Risk of Violence (PARV) fees will be scrapped from next month.
Archie Simpson Tarling
7 November 2025
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Leeds Big Sleep hosted at ATM Headingley stadium
With the return of Leeds Big Sleep, participates prepare to sleep under the stadium
Om Kumar
28 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Record low for Conservatives in opinion polls
A recent opinion poll conducted by IPSOS showed only 14% of people are still willing to vote blue.
James Ghirarduzzi
28 October 2025
‘It’s well overdue’- Leeds residents react to redevelopment plans
The plans will see 47 new homes built if approved.
George Jenkins
28 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Reform UK increase lead in the polls
Recent polling suggests Reform are the most likely party to form the next UK government.
Jack Houldsworth
28 October 2025
People in Leeds urge council to take action against e-bikes
Leeds city council has shared plans to tackle e-bikes being ridden in pedestrian spaces after people have been complaining about their safety.
Georgia Lee
28 October 2025
Leeds museums funding increase ‘vital’ to stay open
The Leeds Industrial Museum is set to redevelop it’s cafe and open a new railway exhibition
Toby Almond
21 October 2025
Young people in Leeds hope that ‘youth guarantee’ can open more job opportunities
Young people in Leeds facing barriers to work and education say the governments new ‘youth guarantee’ could make a difference, but only if it tackles
Philippa Platt
9 October 2025
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Airedale Hospital workers vow to continue striking
Hospital porters, domestics and catering staff have walked out over the past few weeks
Toby Almond
9 October 2025
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Police increase security at Leeds Synagogue
Police car stationed outside of Leeds Synagogue in light of the recent Manchester attack.
Gabrielle Biyere
9 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Headingley residents furious over new stadium licensing
Complaints about potential “public nuisance” have been made ahead of the Council’s licensing meeting next week.
Alison Adair
9 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Hundreds to sleep outside Civic Hall for homelessness awareness
With homelessness rates on the rise, Simon’s big sleep out aims to help rough sleepers in Leeds.
James Ghirarduzzi
9 October 2025
Digital Newsdays
Hundreds sign petition opposing plans to house asylum-seekers in Leeds
More than 100 people have signed a petition opposing Leeds City Council plans to convert a student accommodation into homes for asylum-seekers.
Grace ODowd
9 October 2025
‘You just don’t want to take the chance’: Women react to Hyde Park assault
A serious assault in Hyde Park has left women around the area feeling unsafe and concerned.
Georgia Lee
9 October 2025
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‘We just have to keep going’ say Ukrainians in Leeds
A Ukrainian charity in Leeds held a photography exhibtion to remind people about the war in Ukraine. Emma Haresign reports…
Emma Haresign
7 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Heritage Open Days had “low impact” on Corn Exchange businesses
A festival celebrating culture and heritage have not had an impact of businesses located in central hubs such as Leeds Corn Exchange, Emma Haresign reports.
Emma Haresign
7 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Campaign launched to protect women running in Leeds
Statistics show women are feeling increasingly unsafe about going for a jog.
James Ghirarduzzi
7 October 2025
Leeds climbing centre raising funds after burglary
The indoor climbing wall is at a huge shortfall after a burglary last month.
George Jenkins
2 October 2025
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Northern trials app for improved passenger experience
Passengers using Northern trains between Harrogate and Leeds have been selected to take part in the trial of a new app
Jack Houldsworth
2 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Leeds Digital Festival celebrates its tenth year
Leeds Digital Festival has returned to the city for a tenth time. The two-week festival started 22 September and is set to continue until Friday
Alison Adair
2 October 2025
Multiplatform Newsdays
Armley’s £80k counterfeit bust’s impact on the community
£83,000 worth of counterfeit goods have been seized, with the community now being put in a strange position.
Henry Price-Chapman
2 October 2025
Leeds council to put grassroots at the heart of tackling poverty
From classroom to cadet hall, the hidden front line in Leeds’ fight against inequality.
Philippa Platt
2 October 2025
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Nursery set to charge 25% extra on fees for parents
Little Owls Nursery bill prices are set to rise following privatisation
Ella Wignal
2 October 2025
Shipley performers take to the skies for the first time
Over 7,000 people saw the show over the weekend
Toby Almond
2 October 2025
The area in Leeds where you’re twice as likely to have your bike stolen
West Yorkshire Police urge cyclists to register their bikes
Toby Almond
25 September 2025
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Armley affordable housing project welcomes first residents
Yorkshire Housing, Termrim and Leeds City Council have been working on a new affordable housing project in Armley. This week, the first residents were welcomed
Jack Houldsworth
25 September 2025
‘Wasted months’: Bateson reflects on anti-climactic title bout and fallout.
An article on Jack Bateson’s European clash with Danny Quartermaine and the failed rematch.
Max Shears
23 May 2025
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Thousands run in memory of Rob Burrow as the Leeds Marathon continues to be special
More than 10,000 runners took part in the third edition of the event — the first since the passing of the rugby league legend
Robert Osborne
12 May 2025
Farsley Celtic Calls for Community Support
Farsley Celtic call for extra support to help them get over the line in a difficult season.
Nathan Walker
14 March 2025
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Leeds tattoo studio offers tattoos for toys in festive season
Ink Kingz tattoo studio believe around 300 tattoos were completed over the course of the day
Saffron Carroll
15 December 2024
Multiplatform Newsdays
Leeds commemorates Remembrance Day with tributes to fallen heroes
Leeds gathered to honour and remember the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces, with poignant ceremonies, parades, and moments of reflection across the
Saffron Carroll
14 December 2024
Digital Newsdays
Fuel prices making jobs less worth doing in Leeds
Some people are struggling to make ends meet with the cost of fuel being as high as it is. People most affected are those who
Henry Price-Chapman
12 December 2024
Digital Newsdays
Major crime in West Yorkshire on the rise
The region is performing badly according to several key datasets.
Ella Wignal
12 December 2024
Digital Newsdays
Warning over fly tipping filling Leeds streets
Leeds City Council largely continues to use temporary solutions, instead of tackling the root causes
Toby Almond
12 December 2024
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Arson on the rise in Leeds
The local authorities have been attempting to deal with the ongoing issue of the rise in arson cases
Leo Wood
12 December 2024
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Crimes spike in West Yorkshire prompts call for extra funding
An investigation reveals that the region is one of the worst performing for weapons crimes
Jack Houldsworth
12 December 2024
Digital Newsdays
Thousands of pupils in Leeds not receiving help they need
Over the last 10 years, free school meal eligibility has risen by 50% proving the cost of living crisis is worsening along with the increasing
Janie Barawitzka
12 December 2024
Digital Newsdays
West Yorkshire tops the tables for the highest offence rates for all hate crimes
West Yorkshire Police force areas place in the top 10 for all kinds of hate crimes except for crimes committed against people with disabilities.
Jaqwanai Sergeant
28 November 2024
Digital Newsdays
Less fly tipping on Leeds streets
There has been a 15% reduction in reported incidents across the city
Toby Almond
28 November 2024
Data shows a lack of libraries in Leeds
More than 50% of Leeds residents are more than a 15 minute walk away from a library.
James Ghirarduzzi
28 November 2024
Digital Newsdays
Leeds has the highest increase of rent prices across Yorkshire
A recent study has shown that the city of Leeds has had a 30% increase in rent price since 2019.
Emma Haresign
28 November 2024
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Sustainable fashion company TRAD Collective win Fashion for Good award
TRAD Collective, a sustainable fashion company from Leeds are doing their part to slow down the climate emergancy we face.
Caitlin Page
21 November 2024
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A silent city: Leeds remembers fallen soilders
At the 106th Armistice Day, the people of Leeds joined serving soilders, vetrans, religious leaders and members of the council to pay their respects to
Caitlin Page
20 November 2024
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5 mile pub crawl along Worth Valley railway line
With over 120 differnt alcoholic drinks to try, the Worth Valley Railway beer and music festival was a hit with people travelling from across the
Caitlin Page
20 November 2024
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Headingley Stadium puts up fundraisers for the night
The Leeds Big Sleep event took place for its 8th year as three Leeds based chaity look to raiser money for the work they do
Caitlin Page
20 November 2024
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Compass Festival 2024: How important is art to people in Leeds?
The people of the city have been giving their views on the cities’ art culture.
Flynn Connolly
12 November 2024
Digital Newsdays
Plans revealed to improve travel around key city centre routes in Leeds
Leeds City Council announce plans to improve key travel routes around Leeds City Centre.
Emma Haresign
7 November 2024
Digital Newsdays
Do young people care about Remembrance Day
This Sunday is the remembrance service in Leeds however, have young people become apathetic towards the day.
Lonan Sheldrake
7 November 2024
Digital Newsdays
Remembrance Sunday: Leeds prepares to pay tribute to the fallen
Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung, will lead the act of remembrance service this Sunday.
James Ghirarduzzi
7 November 2024
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Leeds fundraisers gather at stadium to spend a night under the stars for local charities
“You’ve got to do it to know what it’s like”
Saffron Carroll
4 November 2024
Digital Newsdays
Youth Demand: The up and coming activist group in Leeds
Youth Demand are an activist group made up of young and passionate members of society looking to make an instant impact on current affairs…
James Ghirarduzzi
31 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
First-ever Festival of Play comes to Leeds
For this week during the holiday, daily activities are being ran by volunteers around Leeds.
Toby Almond
31 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Youth Demand plan to take action in Leeds this November
Youth Demand is a new activist group which comprises of young people who were largely part of Just Stop Oil, previously.
Lonan Sheldrake
31 October 2024
Arson attack at Leeds car garage
The fire damaged five cars.
Sophia Kenny
28 October 2024
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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway transforms into 5-mile beer and music festival
With steam trains transporting guests between the three festival sites at Oxenhope, Ingrow, and Keighley, the historic railway setting saw train enthusiasts and beer and
Saffron Carroll
26 October 2024
Leaves on the lines: an unlikley culprit for autumn rail delays
Northern Rail are hoping to see a noticeable difference in delays this year due to new technologies
Saffron Carroll
26 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Leeds Council’s Playful Green Spaces plan delayed by limited funding
The plan is unlikely to have sudden change due to limited funding, Leeds City Council has confirmed.
Toby Almond
24 October 2024
Halifax dog rescued after being trapped for seven days
Rose the dog was trapped for seven days.
Sophia Kenny
24 October 2024
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Steve’s Auto Centre: Suspected arson in Leeds garage fire
Five cars have been torched at a garage in Leeds.
Ben Dinning
22 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Shopping Sustainably, and embracing a greener future.
Shopping sustainably has become the latest craze, from reselling old items on Vinted to a quick trip to your local charity shop to find a
Philippa Platt
17 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Leeds independent newspaper secures future with National Lottery Funding
West Leeds Dispatch will continue reporting in Leeds for the foreseeable future.
Mason Round
17 October 2024
Digital Newsday – BA Journalism Thursday 17th October 2024
The Digital Newsday for BA Journalism Students is a chance to make and break stories
Chris Brennan
17 October 2024
Bradford athlete Ellie Horrocks breaks 24 hour chest-to-floor burpee World Record.
20-year-old, Bradford triathlete and Hyrox athlete Ellie Horrocks shocked everyone as she completed 8,321 burpees across 24 hours, raising £10,500 in aid of blood cancer
Freya Batkin
16 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Captain Sharp return gives Doncaster Rovers fans hope for a long-awaited promotion
Billy Sharp makes a return to Doncaster Rovers after 10 years chasing for promotion
Emanuel Agyekum
16 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Halifax FC Women rebuild team after major player losses last season.
Halifax FC Women have been signing new players all season after all bar one left at the end of last season, this has been a
Charlotte Green
16 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Sculpture honours nearly 400 Leeds women
A sculpture dedicated to nearly 400 women has been unveiled in Leeds city centre.
Jake Grattage
15 October 2024
Concern for improper usage of fireworks in Bradford grows
Fireworks are causing disruption to Bradford residents.
Sophia Kenny
15 October 2024
Gun crime in West Yorkshire has hit an all time high
New data released by West Yorkshire Police uncovered that gun crime is at it’s highest level yet, with 626 offences in the last year alone
Sophie Nicholson
14 October 2024
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West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue issue warning ahead of firework shows and bonfire night
The flashing lights face another year of callouts for bin fires and out-of-control campfires.
Flynn Connolly
9 October 2024
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Leeds 200th blue plaque dedicated to visionary dance teacher
Leeds Civic trust has unveiled a new blue plaque honouring the work of visionary dance teacher Nadine Senior MBE.
Jake Grattage
8 October 2024
Scabies surge hits Yorkshire as experts call for change
A recent report has revealed that hundreds of children across Yorkshire have been treated in hospital for scabies, an increase of two-thirds on last year.
Joseph Poole
8 October 2024
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Health concerns over plans to convert derelict Leeds pub into a McDonalds
Of the 500 people surveyed in the public consultation, 61 per cent were in support of the proposal to replace the pub with a McDonald’s
Saffron Carroll
8 October 2024
Clabber stirs up chaos at Hyde Park Book Club
Audiences were there to support Leeds’ newest ‘supergroup.’
Sophia Kenny
3 October 2024
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Junk food adverts to be banned on buses and trains in Leeds
West Yorkshire Mayor, Tracey Barbin, has pledge to ban junk food adverts on buses and trains to help with childhood obesity.
Caitlin Page
1 October 2024
Digital Newsdays
Blue plaque dedicated to anti-fascist history of Leeds
A blue plaque has been unveiled, marking the site of a 1930’s anti-fascist demonstration.
Jake Grattage
1 October 2024
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Leeds’ third Revive Reuse shop opens in Hunslet
This new store is one of five in West Yorkshire, three of which are based in Leeds
Saffron Carroll
1 October 2024
Council launch careers fairs to counter unemployment crisis
Youth unemployment has risen to its highest level since the pandemic.
Joseph Poole
24 September 2024
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Cricket players unhappy with ‘dangerous’ league schedule
Players are upset about the late cricket schedule.
Matthew Caines
24 September 2024
When life gives you Apple: how Chris Brennan carved his career
Chris Brennan built his career as a successful magazine journalist, exposing some of the large issues in the technology industry over the years.
Molly Dutton
14 May 2024
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Mental health matters at Lowes Park
On the day of the first major competition of the year, a more important subject stood out.
Sean O'Connor
9 May 2024
“One game too many,” Halifax Town manager Chris Millington explains playoff loss
FC Halifax Town miss out on promotion for the second time in three years after suffering a 4-2 defeat to Solihull Moors in the Vanarama
Ethan Illingworth
7 May 2024
This week on Stethoscope Stories
A podcast where we talk about all things health
Saffron Carroll
11 March 2024
New campaign launched urging parents to get their children vaccinated
A public health campaign now been launched aiming to remind parents of the serious risks of diseases like measles
Saffron Carroll
5 March 2024
Former school site in Leeds turned into housing estate
Former Copperfield College site is set for an upgrade as the building of a SEN school is already underway.
Caitlin Page
5 March 2024
The Child Poverty Report faces Scrutiny Board with updated strategy
One in five children in Leeds are living in poverty, according to the councillor in charge of children’s care
Saffron Carroll
22 February 2024
Health
Measles cases in Leeds at an all time high in over a decade
Measles cases have drasticly risen in Leeds causing concern for parents of young children.
Caitlin Page
21 February 2024
Criminals target Leeds students
Police warn of burglars as break-ins rise
rebeccathornberry
20 February 2024
Man arrested after fireworks thrown at people
Man arrested after people and cars where hit with fireworks
sophiamoody
20 February 2024
Leeds Beckett University holds its first well-being day
Leeds Beckett University have run their first well-being day, which was led by the well-being team and business school Dean, Professor George Lodorfos.
Joe Jacklin
18 January 2024
Football
‘I want to see out my career at Harrogate’ – Captain Josh Falkingham admits he has no plans of leaving Harrogate Town
Harrogate Town AFC’s skipper hope to stay with the club until the end of his career.
Billy Dawson
12 January 2024
Digital Newsdays
Hyde Park Picture House hosts Yorkshire Film Competition
Historic Leeds cinema, Hyde Park Picture House, is showing various short films this week. This comes as part of Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) which
Oliver Jackson-Bolton
10 January 2024
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Leeds Beckett’s high-flying 2s shock Beckett 1s in dramatic late upset
Leeds Beckett Men’s 2s 2-1 Leeds Beckett Men’s 1s
Billy Dawson
9 January 2024
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Helping the Homeless: What charities in Leeds are doing this Christmas
More than 66,000 more people will become homeless in the UK by 2024 – Crisis Housing Charity
Kiera Wilcox
15 December 2023
Digital Newsdays
Leeds foodbank usage increases by 20% in a year
Leeds has seen a 66% increase in foodbank usage over the past three years causing many people to question why.
Caitlin Page
14 December 2023
Cost of living crisis continues to affect people of Leeds
The economic crisis is affecting many aspects of day-to-day life for people in Leeds
Caitlin Page
14 December 2023
Digital Newsdays
Leeds local business negatively affected as shoplifting hits record high in 8 years
A newsagent in the Merrion centre is suffering from the cost-of-living. The level of shoplifting in Leeds has hit a record high in 2023 over
Flynn Connolly
14 December 2023
Food prices increase by 30% in two years
Leeds Now compared six supermarkets to investigate which is the most affordable
Saffron Carroll
14 December 2023
Movember is back in support of the biggest health issues facing men
Suicide is the biggest cause of death in men under the age of 50 and around three quarters of deaths from suicides each year are
Kiera Wilcox
12 December 2023
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Yorkshire cat rescues are struggling due to the cost-of-living crisis
There has been a shocking 25% rise in the number of people giving up their pets this year – RSPCA UK
Kiera Wilcox
4 December 2023
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UK food price rises highest after a decade
The government said food prices have increased to the highest level in 13 years.
Phan Ngo
1 December 2023