Author: Jeremy Morton

I've lived in Beeston in South Leeds since 1984 and I love the area. I am involved in various community activities including helping to organise Beeston Festival. I have been involved with the South Leeds Life Group since it started in 2010.

Controversy over Middleton pub site plans

Middleton residents met with Councillors last week to discuss their concerns about the redevelopment of the Omnibus public house on Throstle Road North. A planning application to convert the building into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) has been submitted by the new owners, PCC Construction (Yorkshire) Ltd. The plans

Get talking about end of life at a Death Cafe

NHS Leeds South and East Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) held a Day of the Dead themed Death Café for their staff this week, in a bid to get more people to talk about death and dying, and to make practical plans that will help loved ones left behind. The CCG

Video: Crowds enjoy Middleton Park bonfire and fireworks 2016

Crowds flocked to Middleton Park this evening (Friday 4 November 2016) for the annual bonfire and fireworks display. The free event was organised by Leeds City Council and sponsored by the White Rose Shopping Centre. The fireworks display was set off by competition winner Jermaine Burwell with help from Councillors