What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Places for People are one of the largest housing providers in the country with 75,500 affordable and supported living homes across England and Scotland. Across Leeds they have around 1100 properties, 150 of which are located in Belle Isle. Most importantly, they are a not-for-profit organisation, making sure their profits
A major upgrade of a key West Yorkshire motorway creating safer and quicker journeys for more than 55,000 motorists every day is now complete. National Highways’ M621 junctions 1 – 7 improvement scheme supports economic growth aspirations, helping people and businesses access Leeds city centre and the surrounding area. The
An operation to target those using West Yorkshire’s roads during the festive season while under the influence of drink and/or drugs begins today (1 December 2024). Roads policing officers will be carrying out increased patrols throughout the month, at a time when collisions, where motorists test positive for drink and/or
Christmas will soon be on us and some may be wondering what gifts to buy especially for children. Perhaps you may consider buying a Monopoly board game, originally printed by Waddingtons on the Wakefield Road at Stourton. Monopoly was invented by an American Quaker Elizabeth Magie in 1903 which she
As we near the close of 2024, it’s only natural to reflect on the past year—the highs, the lows, and the moments that didn’t quite go as planned. A year ago, like many of you, I was full of optimism, declaring, “This is going to be my year!” I had
Our lives are shaping by unseen forces. That might seem very dramatic and sinister, but it’s just basic fact. There are countless social, cultural, political and economic codes that determine how we live our lives, what we believe to be true (or not), how we and others make decisions, what
We have been distributing copies of our December newspapers to 200 pick up points around LS10 and LS11 today (29 November 2024). Unfortunately the papers were delayed in transit by over 48 hours which has in turn delayed our distribution. Copies are, or soon will be, available from various neighbourhood
Here’s a roundup of some the main events taking place over the coming week in South Leeds. For full listings go over to our What’s On calendar here. We start this week in Holbeck where the Jamyang Buddhist Centre is holding its famous Holbeck Jumble Sale full of bargains and
Recently, I woke up to the sad news that John Prescott had died. The former Labour deputy leader was a huge political figure who made a unique contribution to the Labour and trade union movement that he loved so deeply. Authentic, funny, tough, highly skilled and, at times, unpredictable, he
What is supposed to be ‘the most wonderful time of the year’ can, for many, be the most frightening and dangerous. Local independent charity, Leeds Women’s Aid, has been supporting women and children suffering from domestic abuse for over 50 years. The charity delivers the Leeds Domestic Violence Service 24hr