What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
As a local resident of south Leeds, you will no doubt have seen the ongoing roadworks along the A653 Dewsbury Road. As well as being a thriving high street surrounded by housing, local businesses and facilities, the road is also a busy route into the city. The decision to carry
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service have issued advice to residents living in high rise tower blocks. Two videos have been released showing what to do if a fire breaks out in your flat … … and what to do if a fire breaks out in another flat in
Over 70 women from across Leeds, from all walks of life, came together yesterday morning. They worked together to identify the priorities to make Leeds the best city for women and girls. The Forum was organised by Women’s Lives Leeds and is part of Leeds City Council’s Equalities Assembly. The
With bonfire night fast approaching and as fireworks went on general sale on 15 October, West Yorkshire Trading Standards Service are reminding traders of their legal responsibilities to ensure they are supplying safe fireworks and are adhering to the law by only selling them to persons of legal age. As
A new group has been set up for young parents in South Leeds that will meet weekly from Wednesday 2 September 2015. Called ‘Young Parents Staying Safe Together’, the sessions will look at topics such as positive play, first aid and baby massage. The group has been set up by
Northern Powergrid funding is set to help a new apprentice ‘try’ a new career with Hunslet Rugby Foundation in Leeds and help spread vital messages about safety and electricity to local school children. The company, which is responsible for the network that delivers electricity to the doors of 3.9 million
Leeds City Council, working with West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) and other partners across the city, carried out an operation on Dewsbury Road last week as part of a scheme tackling rogue landlords. The multi-agency operation was targeting fire safety, environmental health and standards of accommodation, as well
The internet, social media, smart phones…all this new technology can be daunting. Parents need to be aware of what children can see and do online and how they can create a safe environment for them. Step 2 Parental controls, limiting time spent online and teaching kids how to be safe
With a cold snap forecast later in the week, South Leeds Life publishes some useful advice for motorists. Breaking down is never a pleasant experience – especially if you have to wait for recovery in the cold. You’ll also want your vehicle to be in the best condition to
The Hunslet Club – Saturday 2 November The Hunslet Club hosts its annual Fireworks Display this Saturday (2 November 2013). Gates open 6pm with display starting approximately 7:30. Numbers are limited to 300 people for health and safety reasons so arrive early to avoid disappointment. Bar will remain open until late.