Energy bills on the rise with 5% increase by January

The predicted energy bill increase of 5% is set to come into place in six weeks

Getting Clean: Soap for Hope and the road to recovery

Soap for Hope bars help provide purpose for recovering addicts in Leeds and West Yorkshire

Deep Water climate change exhibition comes to Leeds

Imagine Leeds hosts the Deep Water immersive exhibition for Climate Action Leeds

England and Toulouse star, Jack Willis, re-lives journey to accomplishing his Rugby World Cup “dream”

On the 23 September 2023 Jack Willis, 26, was handed the biggest moment of his career as he made his World Cup debut for his country, England, in front of a sold-out crowd at the Stade Pierre-Maluroy, Lille. Not only did he make his debut, but he also went on to score and finish the game as England ran riot winning 71-0.

The journey to this moment wasn’t easy for Willis as he has had to overcome multiple hurdles to get to that point. However, unlike some he continued to fight and was able to accomplish his dream.

Beckett Men’s Football Battle it out

LBU Mens Football Head Coach Steve Waide discusses upcoming clash between Beckett 1st and 2nd teams

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

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

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

Vintage Vera : kilo sale at the University Of Leeds.

A vintage clothing pop up has landed in Leeds from 10-5 on Thursday 9th November.

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.

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

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.

Leeds newest Beryl bikes hit with students

Beryl Bikes now in Leeds

The art exhibition introducing the fourth dimension to Leeds

“And She Built a Crooked House”

Sheaf Street closed and ‘cannot recover’

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

National Stress Awareness Day 2023

People of Leeds speak their thoughts on national stress awareness day.

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

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

World Vegan Day celebrated in restaurants across Leeds

World Vegan Day celebrated in restaurants across Leeds

Day of The Dead resurrected in Leeds

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

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.

Leeds Beckett swimmer prepares for upcoming Olympic trials

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

New appointee plans Leeds Beckett football programme

Cameron Noyes has been hired as the new Football Coordinator, following the departure of predecessor Chris Smith.

Saul Musengeyi – The man with a plan

Saul Musengeyi has taken the role of Leeds Beckett 2’s player manager and they are on winning form

LBU Basketball star André McCalla looks to bounce back 

The new university basketball season has started and so has André McCalla’s third season as captain.

Leeds Beckett football second men’s team off to a flying start in their league campaign.

Leeds Beckett second team off to a flying start.

Render changes codes in recent deal.

Jack Render swaps Rugby League for Rugby Union in latest transfer.

Simon’s Big Sleep Out comes back for second year

Participants at Simon’s Big Sleep Out have raised £25,000 for those sleeping rough.

Makeup brands to host free Halloween masterclasses to give back to customers

Makeup brands to host free Halloween masterclasses to give back to customers

The return of the Leeds Christmas Market: Will it be ‘bigger and better’ as promised?

Leeds Christmas Market, confirmed to be back in the foreseeable future.

“Bigger and better than ever” : Leeds Christmas Market set to return for the first time in four years

Leeds Christmas Market is back in full swing !

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.

Leeds Beckett student makes history by playing for the Jamaican Sunshine Girls netball team.

Rhea Dixon is “pleased and proud” as she is the first non-Jamaican-born athlete to play for the Jamaican Sunshine Girls.

Leeds store up-cycles festival waste

Local Leeds business, Trad Collective, is taking abandoned tents from Leeds festival and turning them into clothing items and a variety of other things.

Leeds city council cancels 6 bonfires in view of budgeting concerns

The cancellation of 6 bonfires in Leeds has caused mixed emotions among the general public

Spencer out for season with ACL injury

Bradford Park Avenue’s Jamie Spencer is out for the season with a torn ACL.

The turnaround of the LBU Futsal Team

Paul Massachio speaks about his team’s remarkable transformation

Castleford Tigers’ problems with the new RFL grading system

Castleford Tigers reserves player Harry Render talks about Tigers and the new IMG grading system

Bradford Park Avenue midfielder sidelined for twelve months

Jamie Spencer will be sidelined for twelve months after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament back in September. Bradford Park Avenue (BPA) who have been struggling for form this season will be without a fans favourite for a long period of time. Mark Bower the Avenue manager had his say on Spencers injury: “Jamie is a […]

Award winning society lead fun run in Leeds

Girls Training Together (GTT), a fitness and wellbeing society at the University of Leeds, established in 2021, host a free fun run in Hyde park, Leeds, Thursday 26th October at 2pm for members of Girls Training Together as they do every Thursday.

Phil Hay Bluntly discusses time alongside Chelsea Legend

Hay discusses Wise’ managerial stint at Leeds United

Black country charity hosts ex Wolves legends.

Bill Etheridge founder and fundraiser of the charity Support Futures who dedicates his time to organizing events to benefit young people in the community. Bill speaks about how he connects with the former pro’s including Wolves and England winger Matt Jarvis and the success he has had by selling out his most recent venue. The […]

Guiseley AFC appoint Andy Welsh as new manager

”We need everyone to buy into the Guiseley memo”

Phil Hay – Leeds Most Loved Journalist.

Phil Hay – The life of Leeds most loved Journalist.

Leeds Beckett Squash player says 2028 Olympics debut has “been years in the making” 

Squash is amongst four other sports being added to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Leeds Beckett Record Win Blunted By Shock Upset

Leeds Beckett 4th team suffered a shock loss yesterday at the hands of Northumbria in what was a brutal Northern affair up in Newcastle Upon Tyne, falling just short as an 8-5 score line favouring Northumbria overshadowed what was a record win just a week prior.

FC Halifax Town and their contribution to Futsal in the local area

Nick Spooner talks about Futsal and FC Halifax Towns futsal programme

Leeds Beckett Squash player gets “goosebumps” when thinking about Squash making its 2028 Olympic debut.

Squash to make Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic games.

Farsley star set back due to recurring ankle injury

Lewis Turner out until January.

History repeating itself at Park Avenue ?

Another winless streak for Bradford Park Avenue has them in a tough spot

“Hopefully I’m back for January” – Farsley star out with Injury

Lewis Turner sidelined for 12 weeks.

Scream Park makes horrifying return to Hell Lane

The Yorkshire Scream Park is back this year for another thrill filled Halloween experience.

A dream that may never become a reality for first time buyers

Leeds Building Society say that first time buyers are struggling to join the housing ladder.

Mum of teenage murder victim exposes harrowing reality of knife crime

Mother of murder victim fights to educate young people on the consequences of knife crime

Walksafe app launched to increase safety for women in Leeds

97% of women believe that just “being a woman” affects their personal safety in Leeds, according to Safety Survey Report by Women Friendly Leeds

Four men killed in local stabbings

19 year old man killed in stabbing in Halifax; the second victim of the attack.

Local councils set to ban disposable vaping by 2024

The end of single-use vapes may be on the horizon due to rise in underage vaping.

Varsity 2023: Basketball Shines as Gryphons Make it 2 in a Row

University of Leeds fend off Beckett to win two varsity titles in a row.

Why niche sports thrive from an event like Varsity

For some sports and athletes, Varsity is the most important event of the year as it puts them in the spotlight even for just a day

Leeds Beckett Rugby Union set for San Diego before Varsity

The Leeds Beckett rugby union team are going on a 10 day trip San Diego before the big Varsity game!

West Ham defenders slated by Roy Keane and their own manager after loss against United

Manchester United icon Roy Keane has brutally mocked Hammers keeper Alphonse Areola and his defenders for their part in Manchester United’s equaliser as the Red Devils came from behind during the second half to beat West Ham 3-1 in the FA Cup.

Thousands face housing shortages in Leeds

A rising number of empty properties in Leeds has made way for new funding campaigns

My first shoot in San Diego

We went down to Pacific Beach, just south of Crystal Pier, to gather some footage of the rugby squad.

Cook Islands finish of World Cup preparations in strong style ahead of testing group draw

Cook Islands head coach, Anthony ‘Rusty’ Tamati Matua, hopes his experience can lead to a shock upset at the 2021 Womens Rugby League World Cup.

Delivery robots launch at Leeds Co-op

Robots set to deliver food to shoppers in Leeds

Public transport plans for a ‘greener’ Leeds

Developments to public transport are working towards a greener Leeds

Leeds climate targets at risk due to bus and rail services

Bus and rail services are hindering Leeds’ climate targets.

Fast Fashion on the rise: Survey reveals 29% don’t consider the impact it has on the environment

Fashion is fourth in a list of the worst industries for environmental impact, behind transport, housing and food.

Off the pitch Revenue is ‘vital’ for sport clubs

The importance of work off the pitch is a key part in driving clubs forward and put teams on a ‘different level’.

‘This action is for everybody’ : University strikes hit UK

Winter of discontent continues as university staff take strike action in Leeds

Leeds Beckett library provides blankets for students during cold weather

Libraries are a popular spot for students, whether they’re borrowing books or trying to cram in a last minute essay, its not unusual to see them in there. With the winter season looming upon us, so does the unfortunate realisation of the rising cost in bills.

Vapes takeover the public of Leeds

Vaping rising in popularity in Leeds.

Bills or beans – Students surprised by extra charges will struggle this winter.

The temperature is dropping and energy bills are rising. Students are forced to choose between heating and eating. The cost of living crisis has affected the health, education and mental wellbeing of students across the country.

Student athlete believes a professional nutrition plan would ‘dramatically improve’ him

Debbie Smith’s research shows there is an ideal body composition for rugby league that can help performance.

Esports viewership see record growth after £7.4 million win for British team.

Could E-sports be set to take over the mainstream in the coming years?

Universities to use more nutrition research and expertise to improve performance in sport

A look into how Leeds Beckett intend on using more research to benefit their student athletes in the future, with the help of experts like Dr Debbie Smith

Leeds takes halloween bigger then ever

Article on the upcoming events on Halloween and what it may cause.

Crime rates increase in student areas in Leeds

Leeds students are facing higher crime rates as returners have moved back to the city

Local foodbank sees major increase after cost-of-living crisis

A Harehills based charity is seeing more people rely on them for their services as the cost-of-living increases.

Leeds students affected by energy crisis

Leeds University Students see effects that the energy crisis has had on their everyday lives.

Body camera trial met by mixed reaction

The Football Association’s plans to introduce body cams for referee’s protection has not been supported by everybody.

Huddersfield need to get ‘back to basics’ says Fotheringham

Mark Fotheringham comments on his teams disappointing results as of late.

Liz Truss: Prime Minister resigns following political crisis

Conservative party leader, Liz Truss resigns following a string of events this week.

Royal Mail: Fair pay protest

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

Leeds based brand advocates for sustainable fashion

TOM-O will be hosting a workshop tonight teaching people how to upcycle their old clothes before throwing them away.

Largest tequila bar opens in the Merrion Centre

A bar based around different ways of drinking tequila has opened this week.

Leeds first cleaning festival

Popular cleaning and home branch Wilko launched a new cleaning festival this week which took place in Leeds, hosted at Trinity shopping centre. With special guest appearances including cleaning influencer, Lynsey “The Queen of clean”.

Leeds shop owner backs sustainability

Leeds sustainable business owner speaks on the importance of turning sustainable

Jamaica’s Rugby League World cup debut

Jamaica are days away from their World cup debut but what sort of impact will this have on Rugby League in Jamaica?

Leeds sexual health charities target silence

Sexual health charities like Yorkshire Mesmac are getting people talking about sex and testing

Arrests made in London following Grand Theft Auto VI Leak.

Police arrest 17 year old as Rockstar Games is hacked

Picket line at Parkinson

The University and College Union (UCU) members took to the picket line at the steps of the Parkinson building amid ongoing disputes over pensions

Booster jabs urged amid Omicron variant

Booster Vaccines have now been made available to anyone over the age of 18. Since the new variant of Covid, Omicron. Government are pushing the public to get there vaccines and boosters before the new year.

‘I feel hopeless’: Amazon deforestation

Often described as ‘the lungs of the world,’ the Amazon is incredibly biodiverse. However, it is being lost at a rapid rate due to deforestation.

Monday 6th December: Leeds Now Live Blog

Live updates from the Leeds Now newsroom.