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Digital Newsday week 1 reflection

The first Digital Newsdays seminar I found very useful as it was important in enabling me to get back into the swing of university and preparing me for the upcoming challenges of 2nd year. We were informed that the 18th of October lesson we will need to provide a story for the 1st Newsday which […]

South Shields 1-0 Buxton – Match Highlights

The Mariners extend their unbeaten home record with a 1-0 victory over Buxton

Bus Patrol launched by West Yorkshire Police in Leeds

A green Leeds City bus parked next to a bike lane

West Yorkshire Police have launched a new safer bus patrol in Leeds.

Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month in Leeds.

Making men’s mental health something to talk about.

Vaccination discussions begin as flu season hits Leeds

With winter now upon us, Leeds city council, the Lord mayor and local GP surgeries are all keen for those susceptible to be vaccinated, as limiting infection is prioritised.

Leeds gear up to make kindness the norm

With World Kindness day coming up Leeds prepare to make kind gestures to those around the city.

West Yorkshire Police Launch New ‘Safer Leeds’ Bus Patrol Team

The image shows a police car parked next to the entrance for the British Transport Police Station in Leeds. The car is decorated with neon police vinyl.

A new team of specially trained Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have been introduced to the West Yorkshire bus network.

Hyde Park Picture House host a night of short films

The Leeds International Film Festival held a night of short films at the cinema for part of a competition for filmmakers.

Free doughnuts in Leeds for World Kindness Day

Krispy Kreme are offering free doughnuts on Monday 13 November.

VAR Controversy yet again spikes debate.

Feisty affair between Arsenal and Newcastle causes chaos.

Doncaster Rovers sail through to next round of EFL Trophy

Doncaster Rovers have qualified for the knockout stages of the EFL Trophy after beating Burton Albion.

Remembrance Sunday in Leeds

The city of Leeds prepares to remember those who have fought in wars past and present this Sunday.

New Leeds dessert cafe to offer freebies on launch day

A hand holding a plate of oreo pancakes in front of the Fluffy Fluffy dessert cafe sign

100 free drinks to the first 100 guests this weekend

UK charity spreads awareness on lung cancer

Lung cancer awareness month has begun, EGFR UK a charity “supporting patients and families being affected by Lung cancer, “the charity is based all around the UK and has forums in various cities including Leeds.

Leeds gears up for Remembrance Day as the city decorates with poppies

Poppies on display at Poppy Appeal stand in Leeds

This weekend, we will remember the physical, mental and emotional injury and trauma that soldiers suffered during the war.

Beckett appoint new Club Captain in Conor Mullin

Connor Mullin has recently been announced as Leeds Beckett club captain after over two years of service to the club

Leeds Beckett Head Of Goalkeeping Lands New First Team Coaching Role

Leeds Beckett Head of Goalkeeping, George Grubb

George Grubb begins new role at Halifax FC Women

Leeds Beckett Futsal part ways with their head coach

Leeds Beckett futsal and women’s football manager has been sacked

George Grubb joins Halifax FC Women as their first team goalkeeper coach.

Former Leeds Beckett and Sheffield United goalkeeper coach, George Grubb has joined Halifax FC Women in their vacant position as the first team goalkeeper coach.

Harrogate Town Academy progress in the FA Youth cup

Harrogate Town academy book themselves a place in the second round of the FA Youth cup following their 2-1 win away to Rochdale

Tremendous Tykes look to make it 10 from 10 after unbeaten start to the season

Leeds Tykes have won all 9 games this season and will be hoping to get their 10th against Wharfedale tomorrow night. General manager and second row, Jake Brady, has given his thoughts on the success and what more is to come from Tykes this season.

The difference between playing basketball in England and Turkey

Oliver Erturk, a University of Leeds student that has played for youth academy teams in both England and Turkey discusses the key differences between how the two countries view basketball.

“We’re a tough team to beat”: Florent Hoti’s prediction for Halifax Town’s upcoming fixture

Town’s midfielder discusses the previous result against York City and how he believes the team will play against Maidenhead United

James Lawn- The captain to guide Leeds Beckett men’s futsal in the right direction

James Lawn is the Leeds Beckett futsal captain.

Leeds Beckett Scholar to represent Scotland at Gymnastics Championships

Connor Sullivan sat down being interviewed with slight smile.

Connor Sullivan is “very proud” to be selected by Scotland ahead of the Northern European Gymnastics Competition 2023, for the second year in a row.

Leeds Beckett scholar selected for major sporting event

Henry Lewis is “very proud” to be representing his nation, after a longtime training and competing.

Leeds Beckett Men’s Football – 1s v 2s Report

Sports Journalist James Brock reporting on the match between Becketts first and second team

Passing on the Torch: Basketball captain Andre McCalla on leading the new LBU generation.

Andre looks to the future as his Beckett career closes.

“We can win no matter how the opposition play” – Futsal Captain James Lawn has his say on Beckett’s fine start

Leeds Beckett Futsal team are flying. They have 3 wins from 3 games and James Lawn tells us why.

The sporting journey and future for LBU Basketball captain André McCalla

LBU Basketball star André McCalla discusses his path to where he is now.

Halifax drawn against Huddersfield in the League Cup Quarter-Final

The FAWNL Cup draw sees Halifax FC Women face Huddersfield Town in the Quarter-Finals

Bradford City announce the appointment of new manager

Bradford announce appointment of new manager, Graham Alexander

Fancy oriental restaurant open in Leeds

The Blue Pavilion is a brand new oriental restaurant that opened on Monday the 30th of October 2023. The menu consists of grilled salmon, pecking duck, grilled Chilean sea bass and more delightful foods from the East Asian culture.

Beckett thrash rivals in thrilling derby clash!

Leeds Beckett 3s defeat Uni of Leeds 2s 6-3 in an entertaining Derby Every Beckett footballer wants to feature in a derby against there bitter rivals Uni of Leeds, and the Leeds Beckett 3s certainly showed that with their physicality and aggression in todays match. It all started after the Beckett keeper made a fantastic […]

Tom Halliwell thanks fans for “electric” atmosphere as France narrowly beat England

Leeds Rhino’s star shows his appreciation to hometown crowd.

Leodiensian star talks on achieving hit of the week and aspirations for the season

Finn Irish talks aspirations

Hanley Town return to winning ways at Runcorn Linnets

Hanley Town edge closer to the playoffs after an impressive away performance

Leeds newest Beryl bikes hit with students

Beryl Bikes now in Leeds

Brighouse Town players handed multiple match suspensions for red cards

Brighouse players suspended for multiple games after three red cards in two games

Genna Easter

Genna Easter – Rider story:

Is boxercise the way forward in helping keep families active in Bradford?

A boxercise class in Bradford providing a new way for children and families to remain active within their community.

The art exhibition introducing the fourth dimension to Leeds

The Worlds first 4D climbing frame. A series of poles and balls connected in a crisscross pattern

“And She Built a Crooked House”

Islamophobia Awareness Month in Leeds

Islamophobia is a global issue and a rising one, too. Of the over 60,000 Muslims in Leeds, nearly 75% have faced anti Muslim hate first hand.

Leeds’ Man About Town Creator speaks on Movember.

Jonathan Parker Speaks on the month of Movember

Sheaf Street closed and ‘cannot recover’

Sheaf street is located south of Leeds city Centre, a once vibrant venue has been left empty.

Leeds pushes men’s mental health during Movember

Growing a moustache in November has become a tradition in the last two decades for many men looking to raise awareness for mental and physical health issues among men.

Major Incident Declared as Storm Ciarán Sweeps The UK

The image shows a Leeds Becket University sign with standing water on top. The city of Leeds is in the background with high rise buildings and people walking in the street.

The UK has been hit by extreme weather this week as Storm Ciarán moves across the nation.

Free days out in Leeds to aid family entertainment during cost of living crisis

Young woman looking at at exhibit at Leeds City Museum

Many families are looking for cost-effective ways to have fun whilst children are off school

World Vegan Day celebrated in restaurants across Leeds

National Stress Awareness Day in Leeds.

Set up by the International Stress Management Association, National Stress Awareness Day takes place this month.

Beckett clash in club derby

An image of different rugby players in purple and white tops with their arms behind eachother bags

Leeds Beckett 2nd and 3rd team will face off for a highly anticipated club clash in the third round of the Men’s Northern Tier 1st Leauge.

Day of The Dead resurrected in Leeds

The front of Leeds Play House and the entrance to the exhibition

The Day of the Dead has been bought to life in Leeds through a pioneering grief project.

Leeds City Museum: Accessible Family Fun

There’s lots to see and do at Leeds City Museum this half term.

Leeds Beckett Golf star goes from Horsforth to Arizona in hope of going pro

+2 handicapper Joel Rushworth is going from just competing in BUCS to a full time programme at the esteemed Arizona State where he’s going to be testing himself against the elite.

WINNING UGLY A TRUE SIGN OF CHARACTER.

Hyde Park march on again in thriller.

Former Leeds Beckett student joins Loughborough University futsal team

On Thursday 2nd November , I had the pleasure of speaking with Ben Savage, a former Leeds Beckett men’s 1st team football captain who this year has begun a masters degree at Loughborough University and is now playing for their futsal team. Loughborough Futsal team play in the 1st tier in England and I spoke to Ben on how he was settling in, here is that interview:

7th straight loss of the season for Yorkshire amateur side Leeds independent

Leeds Independent FC take 7 losses on the bounce

First annual disability sports awards held in Leeds

Ten worthy winners announced at the inaugural edition of the Variety Cub Disability Sports Awards.

“We need bodies back now,” manager Chris Millington explains

Injury woes cause FC Halifax Town to stutter in their promotion push

Leeds Beckett swimmer prepares for upcoming Olympic trials

Charlie Broome is currently in second year at Beckett studying Sport and exercise science.

Confidence the key as Beckett Rugby make winning start to season

Alex Green reflects on a strong start to the season for Beckett and is looking forward to what the team can achieve.

Preview: Carnegie American Football vs Loughborough American Football

Ahead of the opening game of the season on Sunday (5 November) I spoke to the president of the Leeds Beckett Carnegie American Football team on his thoughts heading into the game and how he feels the teams final week of preparation has gone heading into this highly anticipated season.

Rhea Dixon says “it’s an awesome opportunity for me to be able to connect with my heritage” as she is the first non-Jamaican born athlete to play for the national netball team.

Rhea Dixon is one of the newcomers into the Jamaican Sunshine Girls squad in 2023.

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