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Chapel FM event helps celebrate Refugee Week in Leeds

June 21, 2026

Writing Hope on the Threshold comes to Chapel FM

March 19, 2026

George Webster Inspires at Aberford Literature Festival

Aberford Village Hall was alive with energy last Saturday afternoon as BAFTA award-winning children’s author, actor and CBeebies presenter George Webster took to the stage for a spectacular, sold-out headline...

June 29, 2026 - By Catherine Louise Turner

The Vinnies Community Cabaret Comes to LS9

By Janine Griffiths

SEND Summer Survival Plan workshop coming to Leeds

By Janine Griffiths

Free Family Cycling Event Comes to Harehills Park

By Janine Griffiths

Free Seacroft event to celebrate Armed Forces past and present

By Janine Griffiths

Groundbreaking Men’s Health Festival Back in Leeds

By Janine Griffiths

Crossgates star turns grief into record breaking mission

An East Leeds athlete who rose to fame as the fastest person to run dressed as wrestler John Cena is now chasing another world record in 2026, after celebrating his 400th parkrun last

April 1, 2026

by Janine Griffiths

Gipton exhibition highlights hidden cost of NHS cuts

January 27, 2026

Emergency Department volunteers wanted as St James’s project expands

December 22, 2025

East Leeds schoolchildren learn life-saving skills at St James’s

by Janine Griffiths

Providence Pastures: A Garden Where Strangers Become Friends

by Janine Griffiths

Getting Clean: How a bar of soap became a lifeline for others

by Janine Griffiths

Reimagining breast health, one bra at a time

by Janine Griffiths

Rob Burrow’s Legacy Lives On in Seacroft Hospital

by Janine Griffiths

charity·Fundraising·Health·Healthcare·Leeds City Council·Seacroft

Kevin Sinfield Awarded Knighthood in King’s Honours

June 22, 2026

Seacroft Hospital MND champion Kevin Sinfield was officially congratulated by Leeds City Council following the announcement that he is to receive a knighthood in

Health·Healthcare·Planning·Seacroft

Seacroft Community Diagnostic Centre set for £20m expansion

June 22, 2026

The Community Diagnostic Centre at Seacroft Hospital is set for a major expansion after securing £20 million in national funding aimed at increasing access

East Leeds·Health·Healthcare·Seacroft

Seacroft MND centre broadens care for families

June 15, 2026

Patients and families in East Leeds are benefiting from new holistic care and support following the launch of several new sessions and services at

Boston Spa·charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Children & Young People·Health

Sir Gareth Southgate Opens £21.9m Martin House Children’s Hospice

June 15, 2026

Former England boss Sir Gareth Southgate has officially opened the newly upgraded Martin House Children’s Hospice, marking the end of a huge £21.9 million

Latest News

Arts & Culture·Burmantofts·Theatre·What's On

The Vinnies Community Cabaret Comes to LS9

June 30, 2026

Vinnies Community Theatre Company is inviting audiences to enjoy an evening of music, comedy and memorable performances at The Vinnies Community Cabaret. Taking place

Aberford·Arts & Culture·Festival·Literature

George Webster Inspires at Aberford Literature Festival

June 29, 2026

Aberford Village Hall was alive with energy last Saturday afternoon as BAFTA award-winning children’s author, actor and CBeebies presenter George Webster took to the

Community·Cycling·Fitness·healthy living·Seacroft·Sports

The Seacroft cycling group putting people before pedals

June 29, 2026

Seacroft Cycles is proving that cycling is not just about bikes, it is about people, community connection, and personal empowerment. The community bike project

Leeds City Council·Planning

More than 300 back campaign to fix Swarcliffe potholes

June 29, 2026

More than 300 people have signed a petition calling for repairs to pothole-ridden roads in Swarcliffe amid growing concerns over safety and damage to

Education·What's On

SEND Summer Survival Plan workshop coming to Leeds

June 29, 2026

Parents and carers of children with SEND are being invited to a free workshop designed to help them prepare for the challenges of the

Infrastructure·Leeds City Council·Planning

Green light nears for major Brown Moor development

June 29, 2026

A major new logistics and advanced manufacturing development at Thorpe Park Leeds has taken a significant step forward. Leeds City Council’s East Plans Panel

Chapeltown·Community·Community Organisations·Food

Chapeltown Big Lunch brings community together

June 29, 2026

More than 120 residents, businesses and community organisations came together in Chapeltown earlier this month for a Big Lunch event celebrating local connections and

Community Spaces·Infrastructure·Planning

Extended hours approved for The Fox on Main Street

June 29, 2026

A village pub in East Leeds can extend its opening hours after conditions were agreed to prevent neighbours from being disturbed. The Fox, located

Education·Planning

State-of-the-Art College Plans Moving Forward in East Leeds

June 29, 2026

An exciting new educational hub is on the horizon for East Leeds, with plans underway to establish a purpose-built sixth form college at Thorpe

Infrastructure·News·Utilities

East Leeds set for extensive water mains replacement work

June 29, 2026

More than 12.2 kilometres of ageing water mains are due to be replaced across Oakwood, Gipton and Fearnville as Yorkshire Water begins a major

Housing Issues·Killingbeck·Planning

Killingbeck set for 23 new low-cost rental homes

June 22, 2026

Construction has begun on a new development of 23 energy-efficient homes in Killingbeck, bringing additional low-cost social housing to East Leeds. Housing association Connect

Community Spaces·Environment

Community Spirit Set to Bloom at Crossgates Garden Events

June 22, 2026

Residents across East Leeds are being encouraged to get involved in a series of community gardening sessions and nature-focused events taking place at Crossgates

History & Heritage

History & Heritage·Remembrance

NORMANDY FALLS SILENT AS THE NATION REMEMBERS THE 82nd D-DAY ANNIVERSARY

June 8, 2026

On June 6th world leaders, international partners, and a dwindling fraternity of centenarian veterans gathered across the quiet beaches of northern France to mark the

History & Heritage·Micklefield·Remembrance

130-Year-Old Anniversary: A Village Remembers the Peckfield Mining Disaster

May 1, 2026

I was absolutely delighted to participate along with friends, residents and fellow descendants to join in for a poignant remembrance walk in Micklefield, Leeds 25. This walk served

Business·Community·History & Heritage

Granite Anniversary: W Uttley Ltd Celebrates 90 years of Unshakeable Strength in Crossgates

April 17, 2026

While many associate long anniversaries with precious gems, one Crossgates institution is marking a milestone that feels much more permanent. W Uttley Ltd, the family-run jewellery

Crossgates·History & Heritage

Crossgates Library Put Up for Auction

April 1, 2026

The saga of the old Crossgates Library building on Farm Road has had a significant update. On 25th March, the site was put up

Garforth·History & Heritage·Micklefield

130 YEARS ON: THE DAY THE LIGHTS WENT OUT IN MICKLEFIELD

March 19, 2026

The 30th of April is usually a day for spring blossoms and the first real warmth of the sun. But in Micklefield and surrounding village communities, it’s a

Crossgates·Culture·History & Heritage

A Fitting Farewell to Bob and Jacki Lawrence After Nearly 30 Years with ELHAS

November 17, 2025

After almost three decades of dedicated service to the East Leeds History and Archaeology Society (ELHAS), Crossgates residents Bob (83) and Jacki (78) Lawrence

Community Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture·Burmantofts·Theatre·What's On

The Vinnies Community Cabaret Comes to LS9

June 30, 2026

Vinnies Community Theatre Company is inviting audiences to enjoy an evening of music, comedy and memorable performances at The Vinnies Community Cabaret. Taking place

Aberford·Arts & Culture·Festival·Literature

George Webster Inspires at Aberford Literature Festival

June 29, 2026

Aberford Village Hall was alive with energy last Saturday afternoon as BAFTA award-winning children’s author, actor and CBeebies presenter George Webster took to the

Art·Arts & Culture·Festival·Health·Healthcare·healthy living·What's On

Groundbreaking Men’s Health Festival Back in Leeds

June 15, 2026

A powerful citywide celebration of men’s wellbeing is sweeping through the city as the Northern Man Festival takes centre stage this week. Emerging from

Art·Arts & Culture·Burmantofts·Children & Young People·Community·Community Spirit·Culture·Festival

Community Celebration Coming to Burmantofts

June 8, 2026

Residents are being invited to enjoy a day of community activities when the Burmantofts Community Festival takes place at Haslewood Park next month. The

Local Elections

Election Results·Garforth·Local elections·MPs and Councillors·Politics

Independent Re-election Sparks New Era for Garforth and Swillington

May 22, 2026

The political landscape across Leeds has shifted dramatically, proving that no single party holds ultimate power anymore. Following the recent Leeds City Council elections,

Election Results·Local elections·MPs and Councillors·Politics

Political Shakeup in Leeds as Labour Loses Absolute Majority

May 22, 2026

A fresh senior leadership team has been established to guide Leeds City Council over the upcoming municipal year. The appointments follow a significant shift

Election Results·Garforth·Local elections·Politics

East Leeds election results 2026

May 9, 2026

Voting across Leeds on Thursday 7 May 2026 brought several changes to the city council makeup, with a range of parties winning seats across

Local elections·MPs and Councillors·News·Politics

GARFORTH & SWILLINGTON INDEPENDENTS GALLOP TO VICTORY IN TWO-HORSE SHOOT-OUT

May 9, 2026

In a high-stake duel that narrowed into a classic two-horse race at the final turn, Councillor Mark Dobson has secured a historic victory for

Garforth·Local elections·MPs and Councillors·Politics

A ‘Two-Horse Race’ Missing a Rider

April 24, 2026

The absence of David Butterfield, the Reform UK candidate for Garforth & Swillington, was a key talking point at both hustings events recently held in

Leeds City Council·Local elections·Politics

Postal Vote Packs Arrive as Leeds Prepares for 7 May Local Election

April 24, 2026

Postal voters across Leeds are now receiving their voting packs ahead of the local election on Thursday 7 May. Residents already registered for postal

Burmantofts·East Leeds·Local elections·MPs and Councillors·Politics

Cllr Luke Farley on the daily decisions shaping democracy in Leeds

April 17, 2026

He has spent two years chairing one of Leeds’ most diverse community committees, and six months as chief whip keeping the city’s Labour group

Burmantofts·East Leeds·Leeds City Council·Local elections·Politics

Ever wondered what your local councillor does?

April 17, 2026

Most of us deal with the same everyday frustrations in our neighbourhoods: bins that don’t get collected on time, litter being dropped on the

Health & Wellbeing

Community·Cycling·Fitness·healthy living·Seacroft·Sports

The Seacroft cycling group putting people before pedals

June 29, 2026

Seacroft Cycles is proving that cycling is not just about bikes, it is about people, community connection, and personal empowerment. The community bike project

Art·Arts & Culture·Festival·Health·Healthcare·healthy living·What's On

Groundbreaking Men’s Health Festival Back in Leeds

June 15, 2026

A powerful citywide celebration of men’s wellbeing is sweeping through the city as the Northern Man Festival takes centre stage this week. Emerging from

East Leeds·Gipton·Health·healthy living

Retired GP takes on East Leeds’ toughest health challenges

May 9, 2026

Residents in communities such as Gipton and across East Leeds face stark differences in how long they live and how soon they get help.

Areas in Focus: Seacroft

Community·Cycling·Fitness·healthy living·Seacroft·Sports

The Seacroft cycling group putting people before pedals

June 29, 2026

Seacroft Cycles is proving that cycling is not just about bikes, it is about people, community connection, and personal empowerment. The community bike project

charity·Fundraising·Health·Healthcare·Leeds City Council·Seacroft

Kevin Sinfield Awarded Knighthood in King’s Honours

June 22, 2026

Seacroft Hospital MND champion Kevin Sinfield was officially congratulated by Leeds City Council following the announcement that he is to receive a knighthood in

Health·Healthcare·Planning·Seacroft

Seacroft Community Diagnostic Centre set for £20m expansion

June 22, 2026

The Community Diagnostic Centre at Seacroft Hospital is set for a major expansion after securing £20 million in national funding aimed at increasing access

Climate + Environment

Climate·Environment·Harehills·Weather·What's On

New event to spotlight growing heat risks in Harehills

June 8, 2026

Residents, community groups and organisations across Harehills are being invited to take part in a major community event exploring the growing risks posed by

Climate·East Leeds·Harehills

Rain Can’t Stop Harehills Going Green

October 2, 2025

Harehills turned out in force for the Our Planet Our Neighbourhood community day at the Compton Centre, proving that not even a grey and

Climate·General News·Harehills

Harehills Unites For a Greener Future

September 11, 2025

In the heart of Harehills, a powerful sense of community is blossoming, and it’s all coming together for a very special day. Mark your

Climate·Community·East Leeds·Harehills

Eco-catwalk challenges stereotypes in Harehills

July 10, 2025

Upcycled fashion, storytelling and community spirit will come together in a unique runway show at this year’s Gledhow Valley Green Fair. Textiles & Tales

Editors Picks

Editor's Picks·Health·Healthcare·Literature

The Woman Turning a Lifetime of Pain Into Strength

April 17, 2026

A woman who has spent nearly her entire life in the grip of sickle cell disease has opened up about the relentless pain that

Crossgates·East Leeds·Editor's Picks·Fitness·Health·Mental Health and Well Being·Sports

Crossgates star turns grief into record breaking mission

April 1, 2026

An East Leeds athlete who rose to fame as the fastest person to run dressed as wrestler John Cena is now chasing another world

Art·Arts & Culture·Culture·East Leeds·Editor's Picks·Harehills

Young women challenge health inequality in powerful new Leeds exhibition

April 1, 2026

A new exhibition at the Thackray Museum of Medicine is handing the microphone to young people who say healthcare has too often ignored voices

Art·Arts & Culture·Burmantofts·Culture·Editor's Picks

How East Street Arts Changed the Face of Leeds

March 19, 2026

Sometimes the biggest cultural shifts start quietly. Long before East Street Arts became a home for hundreds of creatives, its founders Jon Wakeman and