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The image shows the GMB union picket line in the rain outside Airedale Hospital

Airedale Hospital workers vow to continue striking

Hospital porters, domestics and catering staff have walked out over the past few weeks
Toby Almond
Two people, a man wearing a ceremonial chain and a woman in a black dress, stand closely together viewing a wartime-themed display. The dimly lit exhibit features camouflage netting, photographs, and a headless mannequin dressed in a suit with a Ukrainian flag draped over the shoulders. A tripod stands nearby, and the scene is illuminated with dramatic purple and yellow lighting.

‘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
A busy indoor train station featuring two stationary trains at adjacent platforms. The train on the left is a modern Northern Class 331 electric unit, numbered 331009, with a sleek blue and yellow design. Next to it on the right is an older Northern Class 158 diesel unit, numbered 158757, with a more classic shape and similar blue and yellow livery. The station has a high, arched roof with exposed beams and industrial lighting. Passengers are visible on the platform and escalator, and a digital clock displays the time as 16:16:35. Overhead signs direct travellers to various platforms, and daylight is visible through the far end of the station.

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
image of old book against a blue background in a glass cupboard. The book has illustrations of various plants with details about the what each plant is called and where it grows.

Book that ‘inspired’ Romeo and Juliet potion on display in Leeds

A copy of the book has made its way into Leeds Central library.
Georgia Lee
A group of people browse through vinyl records at a busy record fair. The image shows several plastic crates labeled with handwritten black signs indicating music genres and categories, including "IRON MAIDEN," "SYNTH / ELECTRONIC," "PROG ROCK," "MISC Q–T," "PUNK," and "GRUNGE / ALT ROCK." A man in the center wearing a white "Blue Flowers" t-shirt and navy hoodie is examining a record. To his right, an older man in an AC/DC t-shirt and with a tattooed arm is also browsing. The setting appears lively and crowded with music enthusiasts.

Vinyl music is ‘ritualistic for people’

A record fair in Leeds is taking place at the end of the month till the end of the year in Leeds Corn Exchange, Emma
Emma Haresign
A mural on a brick wall titled “Leeds Caribbean Cricket Club,” depicting a historic black-and-white photo of a cricket team composed of Black Caribbean men. The background is vibrant with a sunset, palm trees, and Caribbean huts.

Leeds celebrates sporting icons with murals

Five murals have been unveiled in and around Leeds recently.
George Jenkins
Two army men in uniform are laying wreaths at Leeds cenotaph on Remebrance Sunday

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
Front of sports area of Headingley Campus

New fitness programme implemented at Leeds Beckett University

Recent additions of new Hyrox and junior strength and conditioning classes have improved Headingley Campus' weekly fitness offerings.
Robert Osborne
Zhanim Vulah, man living in Walmer Township showing what children use to play with.

Girl from Leeds in the townships of South Africa: Helping underprivileged communities

Leeds girl "part of the change" in the townships of South Africa
Sophie Nicholson
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.
Caitlin Page
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.
Jake Grattage

My trip to LA: an unforgettable experience

From Leeds to LA- a once in a lifetime opportunity that has improved my journalistic life forever.
Caitlin Page

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

“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

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

Catalan Dragons eye up their first Grand Final victory thanks to huge growth under Steve McNamara

A look back at Catalan Dragon's rise under Steve McNamara ahead of the 26th Super League Grand Final.
Billy Dawson

What is Korfball? Here is all you need to know about the growing, inclusive sport for all here in Leeds

A deeper dive into korfball, and why it may be a great alternative to more traditional sports.
Billy Dawson
two cats in a enclosure at a cat rescue

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
A phone with information about bills support

UK food price rises highest after a decade

The government said food prices have increased to the highest level in 13 years.
Phan Ngo
A box of red poppies

Remembrance Sunday in Leeds

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

Tracy Brabin approves of new e-bike scheme in Leeds.

Brand new e-bikes in Leeds.
Joseph Spencer
Trad Collective, a shop in Headingley

Leeds shop up-cycles abandoned tents

A shop in Headingley has recycled tents into clothes after they were left behind at Leeds Festival
laurabennett

Thousands face housing shortages in Leeds

A rising number of empty properties in Leeds has made way for new funding campaigns
Molly Dutton, Phan Ngo
rubbish dumped outside house

Leeds City Council not chasing up fines causing huge increase in fly tipping

Rubbish and waste dumped on the backstreet of Leeds illegally
Ally Gregory

‘Deep concern’ over flights at Leeds Bradford Airport carrying less than 50 people

Statistics show empty flights at Leeds Bradford Airport.
laurabennett

Pidcock believes public have overreacted to British cycling & Shell partnership

Giles Pidcock had a very different opinion on the partnership to the public
Alex Robson

Royal Mail: Fair pay protest

Members of the Communication Workers Union take their sixth day of strike action.
Ally Gregory

Cheating in chess ‘threat to the game’ says Leeds Chess Club president

Leeds Chess Club President shares thoughts on current and past cheating controversies
John White

Headingley ‘ready’ to welcome the best in the world this autumn

The Rugby League World Cup is set to kick off this Saturday in Leeds with Australia vs Fiji.
Daniel Hawkhead

Leeds primary school gives their pupils free breakfast

Morley Newlands Academy gives children free breakfast every morning.
annabellefarmer

Cost of living crisis hits Leeds hospitality venues hard

Strain on Leeds bars as customer spending sees a sharp decline
isabelleelleringtonholden

Leeds United street art commissioned to represent LGBTQ+ fans

A mural celebrating Leeds United LGBTQ+ fans will be revealed next week
junopratt

Scandal at Yorkshire County Cricket Club as racism allegations resurface

The chairman of the CCC has resigned and numerous sponsorships have been rescinded following allegations of racist comments being made against player Azeem Rafiq.
jakegriffin greer

Take Me Out Halloween Special

See how The Box Headingley have taken precaustions to ensure safety for all at their Take Me Out Halloween special event.
annabellefarmer

Monday 18th October – Leeds Now Live Blog

Hello and welcome to the Leeds Now Live Blog. My name is Mia Eden and I will be taking you through our stories provided by
Mia Eden
A very empty Leeds City Centre.

Homeless clothing campaign launches in Leeds for the first time

People in Leeds are being encouraged to donate their unwanted clothes and coats to homeless people in the city.
Sam Teesdale, Rachel Johnston