Tag: christmas

Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy supports Shoebox appeal

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the amazing students, families, and teachers of Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy have once again come together to make a significant contribution to this year’s Leeds Shoebox Appeal. Aiming to support the homeless across the city, nearly 80 shoeboxes filled with essential items and

Council confirms Christmas bin collection arrangements

Leeds City Council has released the details of this year’s changes to bin days over the Christmas period, together with a handy reminder of what can be recycled through the green bin. The council is urging residents to check when their Christmas bin days are this year. Details will be

No excuses for drink or drug driving this Christmas

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

It’s the Most Frightening Time of the Year – domestic abuse at Christmas

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

Skate into Christmas: White Rose ice rink to return for 2024

White Rose Shopping Centre’s magical Christmas ice rink is returning due to popular demand this festive season in partnership with JD, open from Thursday 21 November and with tickets on sale now. The family-friendly attraction will be open in The Village at White Rose until Sunday 5 January and is

Fundraising event in Holbeck to support Leeds care leavers this Christmas

The Leeds Care Leavers’ Christmas Dinner team is hosting its first public fundraising event at Slung Low in Holbeck on Sunday 29 September 2024 from 3pm. The early festive-themed gathering – the ‘FUNdraiser’ aims to raise £2,000 through ticket sales and activities – to support the 10th anniversary of this

Youth Club organises Christmas dinner for local older people

The Hunslet Club youth club spreads holiday cheer with Christmas dinner event for senior citizens In the spirit of giving back to the community and enhancing intergenerational connections, The Hunslet Club senior youth club section organised a heartwarming Christmas dinner event for 60 senior citizens as part of their final