What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
A Leeds College of Building apprentice is celebrating after winning a prestigious roofing award. Harry Aldridge (19) received the 2021 Roof Slating Apprentice of the Year award from CUPA PIZARRAS, the world leader in the production and distribution of slate. Harry was chosen for his exceptional commitment, determination, and dedication
A range of events and activities are set to be held across Leeds this week as part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2021. From 11 October – 15 October, Leeds City Council will be joining forces with partners from across the city to highlight the importance of tackling hate
A dangerous driver who knocked down and killed a man while speeding in Hunslet has been jailed. Dawood Kasuji (28) of Park Close, Batley was jailed for six years at Leeds Crown Court yesterday (7 October 2021) for causing the death by dangerous driving of Stephen James Linley (33) on
It’s been a long time but Beeston and Holbeck Councillors are delighted to be re-starting their face-to-face surgery sessions from the end of October. The Covid pandemic led to surgeries in this format being cancelled with contact being made either via the telephone or email. Knowing how important it is
Cockburn School (Specialist Status in Performing Arts) offers unique opportunities in the Performing Arts for 2022 admissions. Cockburn School are delivering a new specialist programme for pupils who display a talent within the Performing Arts. The training supports a vast and varied curriculum with over 7 hours of additional coaching
At a ceremony held at the Waldorf Hotel in London this week, White Rose Shopping Centre scooped two trophies at The International Corporate Social Responsible Awards which recognise organisations who support colleagues, communities, customers, the environment and the less fortunate. White Rose was crowned winner of the International CSR Excellence
People are being invited to have their say on the future of Cottingley Rail Station, Leeds, before a public consultation being held by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority in partnership with Leeds City Council, Munroe K and Network Rail closes at midnight on Monday (4 October 2021). Construction is due
The Chief Executive of Leeds-based housing association Unity Homes and Enterprise has told its Annual General Meeting that he will be guided by the organisation’s BME status and social purpose during his time at the helm. Cedric Boston, whose appointment was announced last week, told a large audience of stakeholders,
Leeds City Council in partnership with Our Future Beeston are offering residents on Beeston Hill the opportunity to take over the management of the gated bin yards under council responsibly – with the aim of transforming them into useful community spaces for the local area. Cllr Paul Wray said of
World boxing champion Maxi Hughes, his trainer Sean O’Hagan and Leeds United Legend turned TV pundit Jermaine Beckford, joined almost 100 people who are celebrating their drug and alcohol recovery journeys. The local sports stars handed out certificates at the Forward Leeds Recovery Graduation last Thursday, which marked the achievements