Janine Griffiths, Author at East Side Story

Hotel Protest Sparks Community Pushback

Anti-racism campaigners gathered outside the Britannia Hotel in Seacroft last Friday, mounting a counter-protest to an anti-migrant demonstration held at the same site. Counter-protesters

August 25, 2025

Community·Diverse Communities·Refugee Voices·Seacroft

East Leeds Community Unite to Help Refugee Become Doctor

In the heart of Harehills, a football tournament became much more than a game – it became a lifeline for one young man, and

August 6, 2025

Community·Diverse Communities·East Leeds·Football·Harehills·Refugee Voices·Refugees·Sports

The East Leeds Campaigner Taking on Period Poverty Head First

Tina Leslie didn’t set out to start a charity. She just wanted to help. Armed with old towels, a few friends and a sewing

July 27, 2025

charity·Charity and Social Enterprises·Community Organisations·East Leeds·Harehills·Health

Free summer fun for young people in Harehills

Looking for free, fun activities for young people this summer? Team Harehills has put together an exciting lineup! From football and boxing to youth

July 20, 2025

East Leeds·Harehills·What's On

Gipton at the Heart of Baton of Hope Journey

On September 10th, the streets of Leeds will become a living tribute to lives lost and changed as 84 individuals carry the Baton of

July 19, 2025

Community Safety·East Leeds·General News·Gipton·Health·Mental Health and Well Being·What's On

Community-led event seeks to bridge divides in Harehills one year on

A community-led anti-racism event took place in Harehills this Friday to mark one year since unrest broke out in the area following the circulation

July 19, 2025

Chapeltown·Community·Community Spirit·East Leeds·Harehills

Leftover treasure at Leeds festival could help feed and clothe communities

Mountains of perfectly good food, camping gear, and other items will be abandoned at this year’s Leeds Festival and volunteers are being invited to

July 19, 2025

Arts & Culture·East Leeds·Festival

Chapel FM brings the world to Seacroft

Families, neighbours and visitors from around the world flocked to Seacroft for a heartwarming day of celebration at Chapel FM Arts Centre. The day

July 19, 2025

Art·Arts & Culture·Chapel FM·East Leeds·Seacroft

Eco-catwalk challenges stereotypes in Harehills

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

July 10, 2025

Climate·Community·East Leeds·Harehills

Help Shine a Light on Leeds’ Unsung Heroes: Nominations open for the 2025 Compassionate City Awards

Do you know someone in Leeds who goes the extra mile to help others? A quiet community hero, a dedicated volunteer, or a project

July 6, 2025

Community·East Leeds·General News

Janine Griffiths

Hotel Protest Sparks Community Pushback

East Leeds Community Unite to Help Refugee Become Doctor

Free summer fun for young people in Harehills

Gipton at the Heart of Baton of Hope Journey

Community-led event seeks to bridge divides in Harehills one year on

Leftover treasure at Leeds festival could help feed and clothe communities

Chapel FM brings the world to Seacroft

Eco-catwalk challenges stereotypes in Harehills

Help Shine a Light on Leeds’ Unsung Heroes: Nominations open for the 2025 Compassionate City Awards

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