John, Author at East Side Story

Approval granted to replace ageing leisure centre with state-of-the-art sports hub

Plans to transform an aging leisure centre site into a new state-of-the-art sports and wellbeing hub have been approved by members of Leeds City

July 10, 2024

General News

Hilary Benn wins for Labour in Leeds South

Hilary Benn took 17,117 votes to win for Labour in Leeds South. The Green Party’s Ed Carlisle was second with 5,838 votes. Mr Benn said it

July 5, 2024

General News

Election Result: Richard Burgon wins Leeds East for Labour

The city’s Leeds East seat was taken by Labour’s Richard Burgon, who took 18,610 votes at the General Election. He said last night’s result was

July 5, 2024

General News

Osmondthorpe Little Owls nets ‘good’ Ofsted report – despite council review

A council-run nursery in Osmondthorpe has received a ‘good ‘ report from Ofsted inspectors – despite facing an uncertain future. Osmondthorpe Little Owls has

July 4, 2024

Education·General News·Halton

Planners approve Osmondthorpe One Stop Centre demolition

Council planners have given the green light to demolish a vandalised former community facility in Osmandthorpe. As previously reported by East Side Story, Osmondthorpe

July 4, 2024

General News·Halton

Have your say on SEND transport assistance in Leeds

Public consultation is now under way on proposed changes to the way Leeds City Council provides transport assistance for post-16 learners with special educational

July 3, 2024

Education·General News·Transport