What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
A community centre could become the focus of commercial and service delivery in Holbeck if residents’ plans come to fruition. Over 50 people gathered at St Matthew’s Community Centre, on Saturday morning to discuss what should be included in the Holbeck Neighbourhood Plan. Acting Chair, Dennis Kitchen, referred to the
The Conservation Volunteers at Skelton Grange Environment Centre in Leeds are gearing up for Britain’s biggest climate change campaign: Climate Week is a supercharged national campaign which aims to inspire a new wave of action on climate change. It culminates with thousands of events and activities taking place throughout the
Leeds City Council have apologised for not keeping residents informed about delays to the troubled Housing PFI scheme in Holbeck and Beeston Hill. Anne Hopper is a member of the Residents Reference Panel that have advised throughout the PFI (Private Finance Initiative) process. She explained what had happened at the
Groups and organisations in South Leeds have until 15th March to apply for a share of a £7,000 community funding pot. Leeds Federated Housing Association’s Resident Amenity Fund still has £7,000 to award from its 2012/2013 pot, and community groups or individuals can apply for a portion of up to
The cold winds of austerity are beginning to bite. April is just around the corner and with it comes the Bedroom Tax and further cuts to the Council’s budget. The there are big changes being made to the benefit system. In October “Universal Credit” will shake up the entire benefits
The Hunslet Club is holding a Day At The Races fundraiser this Sunday, fun for all the family using video screen technology at this fantastic community club on Hillidge Road, newcomers always welcome.
The people of Beeston are being encouraged to show their community pride and join in the cleaning up of two corners of the area. Two community clean ups are set to take place in Beeston next week: one in the Tempest Road area and another on the Parkwood Estate. On
Martyn White reminisces about his old school. We thought that our Headmaster was too strict. Thinking back I realise that he wasn’t. I went to Bewerley Street County Primary School. The class that I was in was the last one to go through from Junior One to Senior Four. Mr.Blakeborough
Here’s your regular roundup of what’s making South Leeds tick on other websites and blogs. The Yorkshire Evening Post covered our campaign to save Stank Hall Barn on Saturday. Don’t forget our public meeting is next Thursday 28th February at 7:00pm. Just to clarify, their picture shows Stank Hall and
Tai Chi classes are being offered at the Hamara Healthy Living Centre in Beeston. Tai Chi is a gentle excercise practiced by millions of Chinese people. The free class is aimed at mature people and runs every Wednesday morning at 10:00am at the centre on Tempest Road.