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Halifax Women FC Head Coach is Fundraising for a Coaching Course

Rob Mitchell has recently been accepted onto a course which allows him to get the highest level of coaching license you can get before entering

Steelers progress to Champions Hockey League last 16: A milestone for the Elite Ice Hockey League.

The Sheffield Steelers look ahead to the final 16 of the CHL, after an exceptional run in the group stages.
Leeds Half marathon start line

University student takes on Leeds Marathon 2025

Student Jaden Strange has begun training with no prior running experience in preparation for the Leeds Marathon.

Beckett Fight Night: The ultimate Carnegie clash

The Beckett boxers in preparation for their highly awaited Fight Night.
A person sitting on the bench as a ball boy

Fans speak out as Villa plan to raise their ticket prices on potential qualification to ‘Round of 16’

Aston Villa fans complain on the potential rise of tickets prices as the clubis set to qualify for the round of 16 in the Uefa
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Steve’s Auto Centre: Suspected arson in Leeds garage fire

Five cars have been torched at a garage in Leeds.
Scarborough's Ground, Flamingo Land Stadium

Scarborough to host League One side in FA Cup First Round Proper

Scarborough Athletic welcome Burton Albion to the Flamingo Land Stadium in the first round proper of the FA Cup
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Leeds food scene embraces sustainability

Sustainability has been a hot topic in the past few years, and the food and drink industry in Leeds is becoming increasingly aware of it's
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What Leeds Businesses are Doing to Tackle Sustainability this World Food Day 

With World Food Day on 16 October, we visited Leeds-based businesses to get their views on sustainability in the industry, and what they are doing
Queen's Court pride bar in Leeds from the outside

Pride Bar Unveils Exciting Events After £250k Revamp

Queens Court and Pride Bar has reopened after a £250,000 makeover, introducing new decor, an upgraded club space, and exciting events like 'DILF Leeds' and
Leeds City Museum

Halloween Art Trail at Leeds City Museum

Halloween trail hosted at Leeds City Museum
Queen's Court pride bar in Leeds from the outside

Leeds pride bar reveals events after £250k makeover

Take a look inside one of Leeds' infamous pride venues following the recent transformations.
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COVID continues to affect small businesses

Small businesses in Leeds have been dramatically impacted by the increase in rent prices since COVID 19.
Leeds Museum lit with red

Leeds City Museum announces Halloween trail

Free Halloween event announced for children during October half-term at Leeds City Museum

Leeds Charity helps those sleeping rough prepare for the cold nights.

A Leeds charity by the name of Homeless street angels dedicated to helping rough sleepers,provide shelter and food for those that are struggling with accessing
National Wealth Fund Headquarters

National Wealth Fund Headquarters to be put in Leeds

The Chancellor of Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has announced that the National Wealth Fund's Headquarters will be based in Leeds.

Green Party councillor re-elected in Farnley and Wortley by-election

David Blackburn, Green Party, returns to ward after win in by-election
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Rent increases put pressure on Leeds small businesses

Independent businesses in Leeds struggle to stay open due to recent increase in unit rent.
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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

What you need to know about Light Night 2024

With over 50 installations and a range of international and national artists, Light Night is not one to miss.

Leeds prepares for annual Light Night

Leeds Light Night is a free event that kicks off next Thursday, 24 October.

“Misinformation about vaccinations are the main reason that people refuse to get vaccinated”

Emma Haresign explores the importance of the flu vaccine and the criteria for eligibility.
The new 3G pitch

Rhinos and Beckett join hands to find young women rugby talents in Leeds

Leeds Rhinos in collaboration with Leeds Beckett is hosting a Talent Transfer session to spot 16 - 18 year old women rugby talents at universities
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Liversedge FC announce loan deal for Hull City U21s defender Kyle Fanning

Northern Premier League East Side Liversedge FC have sealed the loan signing of Hull City Academy defender Kyle Fanning on a month long deal.

Leeds-based boxing club prospers with university intake

Tigers continue to grow their team ahead of upcoming November home show.
Main offices of West Leeds Dispatch

Leeds independent newspaper secures future with National Lottery Funding

West Leeds Dispatch will continue reporting in Leeds for the foreseeable future.
Grand Final Trophy

“Rewards will come” for Hull KR following Grand Final defeat

Despite their loss in the final, KR have more to be positive about than some may think
Leeds Beckett and University of Leeds in huddles

Leeds Beckett player speaks out over pride at being a varsity winner

Varsity winner Ben Sheard spoke out about how it feels to be a Varsity winner and the emotions it brings.
Farsley celebrate equalizer but goalscorer Conor Bransen is injured in the process

Farsley Celtic denied first FA Cup first round since 1975

Farsley celebrate equalizer but goalscorer Darren Stephenson is injured in the process

Guiseley draw EFL opposition in FA Cup First Round

The Lamex Stadium will be the venue for the Lions' first round clash.

Ex Pro Footballer in walking mission for personal cancer battle

Over 250 walkers participated in the "Walk with me for JT" on Saturday, raising money for Joe Thompson in his third battle against cancer

Beckett start strong in quest for promotion

Leeds Beckett Women: Pushing for promotion!

Leeds Beckett come out tops in RL derby

BUCS Rugby League saw Leeds Beckett 1's beat Uni of Leeds 1's in a rampant display, whilst in the pouring conditions at Weetwood Park.

Leeds suffers from chronic shortage of grass football pitches

Are traditional grass football pitches slowly disappearing from grassroots football?

New hit boxing live event is coming to Leeds 

On November 16th white collar boxing is coming to Leeds where 50 inexperienced boxers go toe-to-toe in the ring.

Kettering Town earn big payday after FA Cup victory

Kettering Town reached the FA Cup first round for the first time since 2011 as they beat Farsley Celtic 2-1

New signing shows talent in debut

New transfer helps Garforth Town to three points on his debut, against a lowly yet determined Ossett United side.
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Digital Newsday – BA Journalism Thursday 17th October 2024

The Digital Newsday for BA Journalism Students is a chance to make and break stories

UK’s First Slazenger Padel Club Unveiled In Leeds

Slazenger's first ever UK Padel club has finally been unveiled to the general public in Seacroft, West Yorkshire. Slazenger's new venture in racquet sports proves
Colne FC Stadium

Colne keeper strives for success amid slow start to season

Colne FC, based in East Lancashire, currently compete in the North West Counties League Premier Division and despite finishing 10th last season they find themselves

Hollywood comes to Harrogate in FA Cup tie

Harrogate will be hoping to progress to the next round of the FA Cup despite the odds being stacked against them.
Basketball Practice at Headingley

Elite Leeds Basketball Academy striving for greatness

City of Leeds Basketball Academy readying up for the new campaign in team practice.
Bradford (Park Avenue) at the Horsfall Stadium.

Elliott insists Avenue is “a good place to be” after extending unbeaten run to five games

Bradford (Park Avenue) manager Craig Elliott says the club is “a good place to be at the moment” after a “positive day” for his side

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
Eco Power Stadium in Doncaster. Home of the Doncaster Rovers Football Club

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
Halifax Women warming up in Nottingham Forest grounds

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
Leeds Beckett Headingley Campus

Leeds Rhinos celebrations to continue at Leeds Beckett University campus

Leeds Rhinos Wheelchair team marking their league victory with event at LBU Headingley campus
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SEND children face government budget cuts across West Yorkshire

A recent report by the Leeds City Council has called for an increase in funding for special educational needs and disability (SEND) children in West

Leeds Driving Tests reach an all time high

Learning to drive is a crucial life skill, enabling individuals to travel from A to B-without relying on public transport.
Padel Courts

Slazenger open Padel club in Seacroft

A new padel tennis club opened its doors in Seacroft last Friday.
A sculpture resembling giant metal ribbons in Leeds city centre

Sculpture honours nearly 400 Leeds women

A sculpture dedicated to nearly 400 women has been unveiled in Leeds city centre.

YOUR time to decide your transport, your future.

A Consultation is in place until 30th September for members of the public to have their say on the future of transport in Leeds.

Leeds Shopping Centre Closes its Doors after 37 years.

The Core, food hall and shopping Centre has finally closed its doors.
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Concern for improper usage of fireworks in Bradford grows

Fireworks are causing disruption to Bradford residents.

Calverley Old Hall re-opens after £1.7m restoration

A medieval old hall has re-opened its doors in a West Leeds suburb.

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

Super League Grand Final: Robins looking to make history at Old Trafford as they reap rewards of Peters’ coaching

On Saturday evening, Wigan and Hull KR will battle it out to be crowned Super League Champions. Hull KR are looking to make history by
West Yorkshire Fire Service new Engine

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.
Blue Plaque honoring Nadine Senior MBE

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.

Record fair hosts vinyl revival

Leeds Record Fair takes place in Kirkgate Market this Saturday.
An image of the Old Red Lion pub located on York Road, Whinmoor. The building is white with red signage. The bottom windows are boarded up and the top windows have been smashed. The grass at the front of the building is overgrown.

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

The spike in obesity amongst primary school children: Are schools doing enough

Is the increase in child obesity a fault from schools or the cost of healthy foods?
Leeds bus with a junk food advert on the side

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.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe returns to Leeds for it’s 75th anniversary!

The magical world of Narnia is returning to the Leeds Playhouse following a successful UK and West End tour.
MP and Secretary of state for Northern Ireland poses with the new blue plaque

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.
Cold and Flu essentials

NHS England campaign to “get that jab” against Flu following recent mortality rates

The war against flu: 18,000 flu related deaths have been recorded over the past two years
Clothing racks inside the Revive Reuse shop, in Kirklees. There are green signs on the walls behind.

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
Cricket Stadium with blue sky

Yorkshire return to Division One

Yorkshire County Cricket Club have been promoted to Division One of the Vitality County Championship.
Joseph Jacklin

Yorkshire has worst bank access in country, report finds

The Which? report found there are just under 4.5 banks per 100,000 people in the region, with 9 constituencies not having any bank access. Minority

Second-hand September: The rise of rehoming clothes

Today, more and more people are buying second hand clothing with the sector seeing a 27.2 per cent increase since 2021 acroding to statistic. But
This is an image of the outside of Cottage Road Cinema. It has sand-coloured brickwork and large opaque windows either side of the entrance which have been painted blue. This building has quite an old-fashioned feel.

Plans in place to repeat Indie Cinema Crawl after successful launch

Organisers believe around 250 people attended the cinema crawl and plans are already in place for a repeat next year

Leeds Indie Market: Supporting local businesses

Leeds Indie Market empahsise the importance of the event, in a bid to tackle various struggles faced as a small business.

‘Girls who walk’ : making Leeds safer one step at a time

An organisation formed to help women feel safe, make connections and learn their way around Leeds.
Elland Road Stadium

Elland Road Expansion

Leeds United announce Elland Road expansion plans.

Increase in hot water bottle injuries

The approaching colder months may make this an even larger concern.

Council launch careers fairs to counter unemployment crisis

Youth unemployment has risen to its highest level since the pandemic.
Cricket ground

Cricket players unhappy with ‘dangerous’ league schedule

Players are upset about the late cricket schedule.

Leeds organisation hosts Sustainable Fashion Week

Sustainable Fashion Week will see the Scrap Centre of Creative Reuse in Farsley host workshops, exhibitions, clothes swaps, repair shops and an evening of sustainability

Zombie Knives to be slashed by government’s new legislation

A Leeds youth coordinator claims the ban of Zombie Knives will not fully get them of our streets.
Man playing piano in the Tetley

Pub Piano Competition showcases Leeds’ talent on the keys

On Friday the 20th, 8 pianists got together at the Tetley to compete against each other for a prize of £500.

Georgian artefacts uncovered at original Leeds railway station

Fragments of the original main train station in Leeds have been unearthed by a team of archeologists.

Tips On How To Play Poker: A Newbie’s Information To Poker Guidelines

Any diamond would make a flush possible, whereas any [Ax], [Jx], [9x] or [Qx] would make a full home possible, or even four-of-a-kind - all
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NHS waiting times have meant that over 113,000 patients are waiting months, and sometimes years for appointments

Deadly delays in the NHS leave patients waiting months, and sometimes years for appointments

This week on Stethoscope Stories

A podcast where we talk about all things health

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.

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

Thousands of jobs at risk as The Body Shop enters administration

One of the best-known brands on the high street has gone under after 47 years
Medical equipment on an orange background

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.

Criminals target Leeds students

Police warn of burglars as break-ins rise
Frontage of Hyde Park Picture House

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

Santa is back in town

Garforth and District Lions club have started back with their annual Christmas collection.
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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
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People in Leeds welcome Christmas by making wreaths

It is now possible for people to make their own wreath to celebrate Christmas.
A box full of a variety of food being prepared to give to foodbank users

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.

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

Cheapest Greater Manchester matchday experience revealed

Stockport Georgians have been found to have the cheapest match day prices in Manchester