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New mixed-use development takes shape in Holbeck

Leading build-to-rent provider PLATFORM_ has officially revealed the name of its 10th – and first mixed-use – development in the UK. Sweetfields, Leeds, will become a 1.3 million sqft neighbourhood in the South Bank area of Holbeck incorporating over 1,350 new homes, 160,000 sqft of Grade A office and commercial

Exciting programme of events for half term at The Hunslet Club

The Hunslet Club is thrilled to announce an action-packed schedule of events for children and young people this February school holiday. The club’s February programme promises to be a fun and engaging way for families to make the most of the break. This February, The Hunslet Club will offer the

Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair returns to first direct arena

The Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair takes place this week, showcasing a range of paid employment and educational opportunities from across Leeds and the wider region. Everyone is welcome at the free-to-attend event, organised by Leeds City Council, which is being held at the first direct arena Leeds, between 1-7pm on

New “one-stop site” for people who have faced issues with alcohol and drugs

RecoveryinLeeds is a new one-stop website for people who have faced issues with alcohol and drugs across Leeds. The website aims to offer comprehensive information on activities, venues, community support, and stories to help people maintain abstinence and thrive in their recovery. The website was developed through 5 WAYS, the

Senior councillors set to green light new Assisted Living Leeds headquarters in Stourton

Senior councillors in Leeds will be asked to give the final go-ahead for enhanced new headquarters for the Assisted Living Leeds service which helps people with health issues to live in their own homes at a meeting next week. At the meeting of the council’s executive board at Civic Hall

Youngsters launch Hunslet’s season

Hunslet RLFC’s Season Launch Event saw representatives from local community clubs and Cockburn School present the Class of ’25 with their famous myrtle, white and flame jerseys last night (5 February 2025). Director of Rugby Darren Higgins welcomed the coaches of Drighlington, Hunslet ARLFC, Morley Knights, Oulton Raiders and teachers

Elland Road celebrated by ‘The Man Who Paints Football’

Leeds United’s Elland Road home is amongst a number of Britain’s iconic football grounds past and present celebrated in Yorkshire artist Paul Town’s first book, The Man Who Paints Football. The richly-illustrated book features over 100 artworks inspired by football clubs’ homes and scenes from ‘the beautiful game’ recreated by