What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
We have been distributing copies of our February newspapers to 200 pick up points around LS10 and LS11 yesterday and today (29 January 2026). Copies are, or soon will be, available from various food shops including Beeston Nisa as well as many small neighbourhood shops, charity shops, Community Hubs &
The largest apprenticeship recruitment fair in the North of England is returning to Leeds’s first direct arena on Wednesday 11 February 2026. Showcasing opportunities from a wide range of employers in Leeds and across the region, the fair welcomed over 11,000 visitors last year. Running from 1pm-7pm, the event, which
2026 may already be in full swing but it’s never too late to take stock of your finances and start planning for the months ahead. Greg Potter, Head of Member Experience at Leeds Credit Union, explains how. As we head into February, now is an excellent time to take stock
Kurdish people living Leeds took to the streets on Wednesday (21 January 2025) to protest about the situation in Syria where Kurds are under attack from the new regime. The historic homeland of Kurdistan spans parts of Syria as well as Turkey, Iraq and Iran. Kurdish fighters were crucial in
A discussion on West Yorkshire’s proposed tram system, due to connect White Rose and Elland Road with the city centre, turned tense when a Councillor described what was being said in public about the plans as “dishonest.” Mayor Tracy Brabin had been discussing the future of the mass transit system,
Here’s a roundup of some the main events taking place over the coming week in South Leeds. We start this week with a note from the Council to say all matches due to be played on their grass pitches are off this weekend due to the ongoing wet weather and
Strikes by around 80 Unite members at Leeds City Council Passenger Transport this week have been suspended after the employer came back with plans to tackle problems within the service. Workers involved in the dispute were due to walk out today and tomorrow (22 and 23 January 2026) as well
If you are looking for a way to be healthier in 2026, eat well and get some exercise, then why not try growing your own food? There are a number of community gardens in South Leeds, run by local volunteers who would love more people to get involved. Season Well
White Rose Shopping Centre is adding even more entertainment options for guests, with Volcano Falls Adventure Golf set to open later this year. Managed by Funstation, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators, Volcano Falls Adventure Golf will occupy the former Sports Direct unit on The Balcony at White Rose.
Aspiring Leeds entrepreneurs have been invited to sign up for a free programme designed to equip them with the essential knowledge, skills and inspiration to build their own business. Organised by Unity Enterprise, the not-for-profit subsidiary of Leeds-based BME housing association Unity Homes and Enterprise, Steps to Business is a