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Why East Leeds Parks Matter More Than Ever

One of Leeds’ oldest charities is highlighting how local parks and green spaces can improve physical and mental health, particularly in disadvantaged communities. Wade’s

October 12, 2026

East Leeds·Environment·Gardening·Horticulture·Local Parks·Local Parks and Green Spaces·News·Roundhay

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

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

August 21, 2026

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

Marquee and music greet Seacroft’s newest school pupils

Hundreds of Year 6 pupils from across East Leeds got their first taste of secondary school life on Wednesday, as Leeds East Academy held

July 6, 2026

Education·News·Seacroft

Multi-Agency Day of Action Targets Crime in Harehills

Police and partner agencies carried out a coordinated day of action in Harehills aimed at tackling crime, protecting vulnerable people and addressing concerns raised

July 6, 2026

Community Safety·Crime·Harehills·News·Police

East Leeds set for extensive water mains replacement work

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

June 29, 2026

Infrastructure·News·Utilities

Two former Leeds City Council staff arrested in ongoing bribery investigation

Two former employees of Leeds City Council have been arrested as part of a continuing police investigation into alleged bribery offences. West Yorkshire Police

June 22, 2026

Crime·Law·News·Police

More than £1,500 raised after 26-mile walk through the Dales

A Garforth care worker has raised more than £1,500 for Alzheimer’s Society after completing a 26-mile walk through the Yorkshire Dales. Tracey Tarpey, 42,

June 8, 2026

Garforth·Health·Healthcare·News

VILLAGE READY TO BLOOM FOR CHARITY: MICKLEFIELD OPEN GARDENS RETURN

The picturesque village of Micklefield is set to burst into life next month as the highly anticipated Micklefield Open Gardens weekend will take place on

May 31, 2026

Community·Community Spaces·Festival·Micklefield·News

Women’s Safety Forum Sparks Call For Change

On May 23rd 2026, a powerful meeting took place at Leeds Elders in Chapeltown. Spearheaded by Leeds Involving People in collaboration with elders from

May 30, 2026

Community·East Leeds·News

Community Spirit Shines as Seacroft Designs Its Own Future

A new era of community empowerment is unfolding in East Leeds as residents step up to shape the future of their neighborhood. The Government

May 30, 2026

Community·News·Seacroft

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Why East Leeds Parks Matter More Than Ever

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

Marquee and music greet Seacroft’s newest school pupils

Multi-Agency Day of Action Targets Crime in Harehills

East Leeds set for extensive water mains replacement work

Two former Leeds City Council staff arrested in ongoing bribery investigation

More than £1,500 raised after 26-mile walk through the Dales

VILLAGE READY TO BLOOM FOR CHARITY: MICKLEFIELD OPEN GARDENS RETURN

Women’s Safety Forum Sparks Call For Change

Community Spirit Shines as Seacroft Designs Its Own Future

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Why East Leeds Parks Matter More Than Ever

Leeds Foster Carers Tackle Haircare Gaps for Children

NHS Leaders Visit Leeds Community Health Centre

Budding Journalists Build Skills at East Leeds Academy

Meet East Leeds’ Next Generation of Reporters

Children Flourish at Harehills Nursery, Says Ofsted

Gipton Event Celebrates Women Who Shaped Fire Service History

Fresh paint and new tech boost East Side Story

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