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Bus routes return as Yorkshire communities gain a temporary lifeline

Several cancelled bus routes across West Yorkshire have been brought back into service, offering a short-term lifeline to passengers who were left stranded by

April 11, 2026

East Leeds·Latest News·Transport

Community set for update on affordable housing plans at former school site

Members of the public can get a new update next week on plans to build more than 100 affordable homes as part of the

March 23, 2026

Harehills: Primary school brings community together for Ramadan Iftar

Co-op Academy Woodlands, in Harehills, is inviting families and local residents to come together to share an Iftar meal during Ramadan. On Wednesday, 11

March 7, 2026

General News·Harehills·Latest News

York Road Baths: Blue plaque celebrates remarkable life of swimmer Doris Storey

Leeds Civic Trust has announced its 208th blue plaque will celebrate the life of East Leeds swimming champion Doris Storey. Champion swimmer Doris trained

March 5, 2026

Burmantofts·General News·Latest News

Donation hits right note for Garforth Brass band

Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire has donated £250 to help young musicians across East Leeds continue their love of playing brass instruments. The housebuilder decided to

January 27, 2026

Garforth·General News·Latest News

Ancient East Leeds discoveries reveal fascinating highway through history

Ancient artefacts unearthed and collected during the construction of a huge Leeds transport project have been preserved at a Leeds museum. Spanning more than

January 16, 2026

East Leeds·General News·Latest News

Free workshops to provide Steps to Business for budding East Leeds entrepreneurs

Aspiring Leeds entrepreneurs have been invited to sign up for a free programme designed to equip them with the essential knowledge, skills and inspiration

January 16, 2026

Chapeltown·General News·Latest News