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Taoist centre offers public taster session for Leeds residents

September 7, 2026

Leeds charity boxing shows seek new novice fighters

September 7, 2026

Plans submitted for new 5G mast in Gipton

A 25-metre mobile phone mast could be installed near Fearnville Leisure Centre and playing fields in Gipton. Telecoms company Cornerstone has applied to Leeds City Council to install the mast...

September 14, 2026 - By Janine Griffiths

New Christmas light trail coming to Temple Newsam

By Janine Griffiths

Printmaking and painting on show in East Leeds studios

By Janine Griffiths

Leeds Jobseekers Invited To Upcoming Careers Fair

By Janine Griffiths

Mount St Mary's Opens Doors for 26/27 Season

By Janine Griffiths

The Vinnies Community Cabaret Comes to LS9

By Janine Griffiths

Rotary Clubs Step Up for Alzheimer’s Research

Seven Leeds Rotary Clubs are joining forces at Temple Newsam to raise vital funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK. The charity walk takes place on Sunday, September 6th, offering local residents a chance to

August 17, 2026

by Janine Griffiths

How One Garforth Dad is Walking the Talk for Fitness and Fatherhood

July 20, 2026

Crossgates star turns grief into record breaking mission

April 1, 2026

Gipton exhibition highlights hidden cost of NHS cuts

by Janine Griffiths

Emergency Department volunteers wanted as St James’s project expands

by Janine Griffiths

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

East Leeds·Health·Parents and Families·Public Health Campaign·Public Safety

Leeds Films Highlight Alcohol Risks During Pregnancy

September 7, 2026

People across East Leeds are being encouraged to talk about alcohol and pregnancy as part of a city-wide awareness campaign. Forward Leeds is highlighting

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Community·Community Organisations·Health·healthy living·People's Stories·Seacroft

Seacroft care home raises £1,308 for local causes

August 31, 2026

A Seacroft care home has raised £1,308 for four causes after bringing residents, local businesses and the wider community together. Seacroft Green ran its

Health·Healthcare·healthy living·Planning·Seacroft

Seacroft Hospital expansion moves a step closer

August 31, 2026

Plans have been submitted to clear parts of Seacroft Hospital as a major health expansion moves forward. The East Leeds site is set to

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

AINSLEY HARRIOTT MBE COOKS UP A TREAT AT NEWLY UPGRADED MARTIN HOUSE

August 21, 2026

Much-loved television chef Ainsley Harriott MBE brought his trademark energy and kitchen expertise to Martin House Children’s Hospice this week, trading the studio spotlight for

Latest News

Art·Arts & Culture·Arts and Crafts·Culture·Temple Newsham·What's On

New Christmas light trail coming to Temple Newsam

September 14, 2026

A new Christmas light trail is set to take visitors on a festive adventure at Temple Newsam this winter. The Lost Light of Christmas

East Leeds·Planning

Plans submitted for new 5G mast in Gipton

September 14, 2026

A 25-metre mobile phone mast could be installed near Fearnville Leisure Centre and playing fields in Gipton. Telecoms company Cornerstone has applied to Leeds

Law·Parents and Families

Missing 13-year-old from Seacroft found safe

September 14, 2026

A 13-year-old girl from Seacroft has been found after police issued an appeal for information about her whereabouts. Chantelle was last seen at around

Art·Arts & Culture·East Leeds·Entertainment·Festival

Young voices take centre-stage at Nice Up

September 14, 2026

A free afternoon of music, poetry and creativity is coming to Hibiscus Rising this month. Nice Up Part 3 will take place on Sunday

Chapeltown·Housing Issues·Infrastructure·Planning

Chapeltown Property Considered For New Social Housing

September 14, 2026

A vacant building in Chapeltown could be converted into a five-bedroom social housing property under plans submitted to Leeds City Council. Housing Leeds has

Art·Arts & Culture·Culture

Poet Michelle Scally Clarke explores Leeds through Division

September 14, 2026

A new performance exploring the experiences and voices of Leeds residents will premiere as the city marks 400 years since receiving its first Royal

Art·Arts & Culture·Culture·East Leeds·Entertainment·What's On

Printmaking and painting on show in East Leeds studios

September 14, 2026

Artists and creative organisations across East Leeds opened their doors to the public over the weekend as part of Leeds Open Studios over the

Business·Charity and Social Enterprises·Education

Learn How To Start Your Own Business With Trust Leeds

September 7, 2026

Produced in partnership with Trust Leeds to share information about a local opportunity. Residents across the Leeds area have a new opportunity to explore

Entertainment·Kung Fu·Qigong·Sports

Taoist centre offers public taster session for Leeds residents

September 7, 2026

Adults in Leeds will have the chance to try traditional Taoist movement arts at a special event in Kirkstall this month. Sea Cloud Hall,

Boxing·Fitness·Sports

Leeds charity boxing shows seek new novice fighters

September 7, 2026

While resolutions are traditionally made for New Year, those wanting an exciting challenge for the new academic year could train as novice boxers or

East Leeds·Health·Parents and Families·Public Health Campaign·Public Safety

Leeds Films Highlight Alcohol Risks During Pregnancy

September 7, 2026

People across East Leeds are being encouraged to talk about alcohol and pregnancy as part of a city-wide awareness campaign. Forward Leeds is highlighting

Business·Community·Food·General News·Micklefield

MICKLEFIELD’S CULINARY CROWN: BENGAL COTTAGE TRIUMPHS AT CURRY AWARDS

September 7, 2026

Beloved local takeaway secures regional glory at prestigious Huddersfield ceremony. Bengal Cottage Takeaway has solidified its status as a regional culinary powerhouse after being

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Community·Community Organisations·Health·healthy living·People's Stories·Seacroft

Seacroft care home raises £1,308 for local causes

August 31, 2026

A Seacroft care home has raised £1,308 for four causes after bringing residents, local businesses and the wider community together. Seacroft Green ran its

Community·Community Organisations·Harehills

Harehills funeral home launches monthly community café

August 31, 2026

A Harehills funeral home has launched a monthly community café to give local residents a place to meet, chat and make new connections. Wm

Health·Healthcare·healthy living·Planning·Seacroft

Seacroft Hospital expansion moves a step closer

August 31, 2026

Plans have been submitted to clear parts of Seacroft Hospital as a major health expansion moves forward. The East Leeds site is set to

Arts & Culture·Chapeltown·Community·Culture·dance·Entertainment·Festival·Harehills·National holidays and festivals

Leeds Carnival brings music and colour to streets

August 31, 2026

Leeds is gearing up for one of the biggest celebrations of the year today as the West Indian Carnival brings music, dancing, elaborate costumes

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Community·Community Organisations·Community Spirit·Garforth·General News

SUNDERLAND MOGGY’S 86-MILE HITCHHIKE ENDS SAFELY IN WEST YORKSHIRE FERAL COLONY

August 23, 2026

A missing ginger cat named Ginge has been reunited with his owner after a stunning 11-month disappearance that took him nearly 100 miles from home. The friendly ginger

Aberford·Barwick-in-Elmet & Potterton·Bramham·Business·Clifford·Community·Crossgates·Garforth·General News·Kippax·Micklefield·Scholes·Seacroft·Thorner·Wetherby

CASH IN OR SHUT DOWN? THE POLARISING REALITY OF LEEDS FESTIVAL ON THE EAST ECONOMY

August 23, 2026

As 75,000 music fans pack their bags for the short migration to Bramham Park, a completely different kind of preparation is taking place behind

Aberford·Art·Arts & Culture·Barwick-in-Elmet & Potterton·Bramham·Community·Festival·General News·Thorner

BRAMHAM PARK BRACES FOR 75,000 FANS AS LEEDS FESTIVAL UNLEASHES HISTORIC ARENA OVERHAUL

August 22, 2026

The quiet, stately grounds of Bramham Park are about to transform into a thriving metropolis of alternative youth culture. From Thursday 27 August to

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

AINSLEY HARRIOTT MBE COOKS UP A TREAT AT NEWLY UPGRADED MARTIN HOUSE

August 21, 2026

Much-loved television chef Ainsley Harriott MBE brought his trademark energy and kitchen expertise to Martin House Children’s Hospice this week, trading the studio spotlight for

Business·Community·Community Spaces·Crossgates·Garforth·General News·Hospitality·News·Wetherby

WETHERSPOONS SILENCES THE DIGITAL CACOPHONY: WHY TIM MARTIN IS KEEPING IT QUIET

August 21, 2026

In a major shift that has delighted traditionalists and stunned the smartphone generation, JD Wetherspoon has announced a strict immediate ban on customers playing

Business·Community·Community Spaces·East Leeds·General News·History & Heritage·Hospitality·Micklefield

BACK FROM THE BRINK: ARE OUR LOCAL SAM SMITH’S PUBS REOPENING THEIR DOORS?

August 21, 2026

For years, a walk through East Leeds and its surrounding West Yorkshire villages has painted a familiar, sombre picture. Traditional boozers owned by

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Fundraising·Health·Mental Health and Well Being·Roundhay

Rotary Clubs Step Up for Alzheimer’s Research

August 17, 2026

Seven Leeds Rotary Clubs are joining forces at Temple Newsam to raise vital funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK. The charity walk takes place on

Everday Heroes·Gipton·Local champions·Seacroft

Seacroft hero honoured on 81st VJ day anniversary

August 17, 2026

Saturday, 15 August 2026 marked the 81st anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, bringing a deeply personal milestone to the forefront for one

Garforth·Local Services

Garforth garden centre becomes home to new show site

August 17, 2026

A new garden building show site has opened at Garforth Garden Centre, bringing more than 25 sheds, summerhouses and log cabins to East Leeds.

Arts and Crafts·Community Spaces·Crossgates·Events·Festival

Crossgates community garden summer celebration brings residents together

August 17, 2026

A once gated-off and unloved piece of land in East Leeds has been brought back to life as local residents gathered to celebrate their

Garforth·Local elections·Local Politics·Politics

Mark Dobson welcomes public debate: “Let’s keep the argument about Garforth”

August 17, 2026

Independent Councillor Mark Dobson has welcomed the decision by members of the Garforth Neighbourhood Planning Forum (GNPF) to introduce themselves publicly and put their

Boxing·Burmantofts·Sports

Lee Murtagh’s East End park boxing show report

August 17, 2026

Many of the approaching 300 strong crowd attending Bethlehem Boxing Club’s latest show might have expected to be ‘Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon’ but

Sports

Entertainment·Kung Fu·Qigong·Sports

Taoist centre offers public taster session for Leeds residents

September 7, 2026

Adults in Leeds will have the chance to try traditional Taoist movement arts at a special event in Kirkstall this month. Sea Cloud Hall,

Boxing·Fitness·Sports

Leeds charity boxing shows seek new novice fighters

September 7, 2026

While resolutions are traditionally made for New Year, those wanting an exciting challenge for the new academic year could train as novice boxers or

Boxing·Burmantofts·Sports

Lee Murtagh’s East End park boxing show report

August 17, 2026

Many of the approaching 300 strong crowd attending Bethlehem Boxing Club’s latest show might have expected to be ‘Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon’ but

Football·Seacroft·Sports

Scot FC Brings Hope and Football to East Leeds

July 27, 2026

In East Leeds, a grassroots community revolution started when three young children gathered to kick a ball around Seacroft. Founder Stacey Hubbard originally established

Community·Cricket·Sports·Temple Newsham

Girls’ Cricket Set To Expand In East Leeds

July 27, 2026

Girls in East Leeds are set for more opportunities to train and play cricket as a local club expands its junior section. Colton Institute

Boxing·Sports

SWARCLIFFE’S CALLAN BURKE DETERMINED TO BE A SUCCESSFUL KICKBOXER

July 20, 2026

Until now kickboxer Callan Burke was typical of a generation of young people who’ve enjoyed combat sports training and competing on a semi-professional basis

Community Arts & Culture

Art·Arts & Culture·Arts and Crafts·Culture·Temple Newsham·What's On

New Christmas light trail coming to Temple Newsam

September 14, 2026

A new Christmas light trail is set to take visitors on a festive adventure at Temple Newsam this winter. The Lost Light of Christmas

Art·Arts & Culture·East Leeds·Entertainment·Festival

Young voices take centre-stage at Nice Up

September 14, 2026

A free afternoon of music, poetry and creativity is coming to Hibiscus Rising this month. Nice Up Part 3 will take place on Sunday

Art·Arts & Culture·Culture

Poet Michelle Scally Clarke explores Leeds through Division

September 14, 2026

A new performance exploring the experiences and voices of Leeds residents will premiere as the city marks 400 years since receiving its first Royal

Art·Arts & Culture·Culture·East Leeds·Entertainment·What's On

Printmaking and painting on show in East Leeds studios

September 14, 2026

Artists and creative organisations across East Leeds opened their doors to the public over the weekend as part of Leeds Open Studios over the

Local Elections

Garforth·Local elections·Local Politics·Politics

Mark Dobson welcomes public debate: “Let’s keep the argument about Garforth”

August 17, 2026

Independent Councillor Mark Dobson has welcomed the decision by members of the Garforth Neighbourhood Planning Forum (GNPF) to introduce themselves publicly and put their

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

Health & Wellbeing

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Community·Community Organisations·Health·healthy living·People's Stories·Seacroft

Seacroft care home raises £1,308 for local causes

August 31, 2026

A Seacroft care home has raised £1,308 for four causes after bringing residents, local businesses and the wider community together. Seacroft Green ran its

Health·Healthcare·healthy living·Planning·Seacroft

Seacroft Hospital expansion moves a step closer

August 31, 2026

Plans have been submitted to clear parts of Seacroft Hospital as a major health expansion moves forward. The East Leeds site is set to

Fitness·Health·Healthcare·healthy living

Over 40s in East Leeds urged to check heart health

August 3, 2026

People aged over 40 in East Leeds are being encouraged to take up a free NHS Health Check to help identify possible risks to

Areas in Focus: Seacroft

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Community·Community Organisations·Health·healthy living·People's Stories·Seacroft

Seacroft care home raises £1,308 for local causes

August 31, 2026

A Seacroft care home has raised £1,308 for four causes after bringing residents, local businesses and the wider community together. Seacroft Green ran its

Health·Healthcare·healthy living·Planning·Seacroft

Seacroft Hospital expansion moves a step closer

August 31, 2026

Plans have been submitted to clear parts of Seacroft Hospital as a major health expansion moves forward. The East Leeds site is set to

Aberford·Barwick-in-Elmet & Potterton·Bramham·Business·Clifford·Community·Crossgates·Garforth·General News·Kippax·Micklefield·Scholes·Seacroft·Thorner·Wetherby

CASH IN OR SHUT DOWN? THE POLARISING REALITY OF LEEDS FESTIVAL ON THE EAST ECONOMY

August 23, 2026

As 75,000 music fans pack their bags for the short migration to Bramham Park, a completely different kind of preparation is taking place behind

Climate + Environment

Burmantofts·Climate·Environment

Student Design Marks City’s Low-Carbon Future

July 27, 2026

Residents across Leeds will soon spot new plaques on local buildings connected to the city’s low-carbon heat network. The official launch took place on

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

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