What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Northern Trains has launched a recruitment campaign to attract the engineers of the future. Engineering apprentices are being sought at five locations across the north of England, including Neville Hill in Leeds, to learn as they earn while working on and maintaining Northern’s nearly 400 strong fleet of trains. These
Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service (LMWS) provides top tips to combat Blue Monday – the most depressing day of the year. Blue Monday, Monday 15 January 2024, is an annual day that is often regarded as the most depressing day of the year. The term is used nationally to reflect that
Emmaus Leeds, a local charity dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced homelessness, is calling on the community to join in safeguarding the vulnerable during this severe cold spell. Amidst the biting cold, rough sleepers face heightened risks to their health and wellbeing. Emmaus Leeds acknowledges the importance of collaborative
Generations of musical memories are being captured for a new project in Leeds which is reliving some of the city’s most iconic gigs. Hundreds of tickets which once secured entry to memorable live performances by a host of music legends including The Beatles, Elton John and U2 have been collected
Hundreds of Leeds homeowners, renters, and landlords of properties without gas central heating can now get energy saving green measures installed free of charge or at a significant discount, thanks to a new Leeds City Council scheme. The council’s Home Energy Help team is working in partnership with energy services
In an exhilarating and educational experience, students from Cockburn John Charles Academy embarked on a memorable residential trip to Bewerley Park, nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Nidderdale in North Yorkshire. This excursion, designed to foster teamwork, resilience, and personal growth, offered a diverse array of activities that tested the
Police are appealing for information following a firearms discharge in Leeds. At 9.31pm yesterday (Wednesday 3 January 2024), police received a report from the ambulance service that a man had been shot in the Cross Flatts area of Beeston. Armed officers were deployed to the area and found a 27-year-old
Cross Flatts FC, the newest football club in South Leeds, was launched at an event at the Hamara Healthy Living Centre in Beeston in November. The club has set itself big goals, aiming to redefine engagement with football locally, uniting passion, talent, and a profound sense of belonging. It aims
This month sees the launch of a new community-led campaign to reduce litter and waste like flytipping, in Beeston Hill* – and everyone has a part to play! Called ‘Better Beeston’, it will feature litter-picking – but also community engagement, work with schools and community organisations, competitions, art and local
Police investigating an incident in which two swans were shot in Middleton Park have arrested an 18-year-old male in connection with the matter. The male was arrested on Saturday (30 December 2023) and has been bailed pending further enquiries. Members of the public are asked not to speculate on social