NEWS FEED

Leeds, Leeds Star
10th February 2017
2 mins read

New species take centre stage in revamped areas of Tropical World

The latest stage of an exciting refurbishment programme at one of Leeds and Yorkshire’s most popular visitor attractions has been completed. In what promises to be unmissable, Tropical World in Roundhay Park is offering visitors of all ages the chance from today (February 10) to experience a revamped Creature Corner and Waterfall Area to
Leeds, Leeds Star
9th February 2017
1 min read

New family-friendly exhibition explores seasonal sensations

A colourful combination of animals, games, music and history will take families in Leeds on a unique interactive journey through the changing seasons. Leeds City Museum’s new For All Seasons exhibition opens this Friday, February 10, and features a series of imaginative centrepieces including a giant sandcastle, indoor tree, traditional sledge and hook-a-duck pond. The
Leeds, Leeds Star
8th February 2017
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Leeds Rhino backs efforts to improve young mental health

Leeds Rhinos player Stevie Ward is backing a new citywide strategy to improve young people’s mental health. The 23 year-old player has spoken about his own experiences of depression that developed when he was put out of action by series of injuries in 2015 and 2016. He shared his personal story and support at
Leeds, Leeds Star
8th February 2017
1 min read

Statement about plans for The Green care home

Councillor Rebecca Charlwood, Leeds City Council executive member for health, wellbeing and adults said: “The future for The Green has been subject of a lot of interest and concern for many people and recent council decisions and discussions have recognised this – which is why we have involved and listened to key stakeholders such
Leeds, Leeds Star
8th February 2017
2 mins read

Leeds council chiefs approve Core Strategy review

Senior councillors in Leeds have approved a selective review of the Core Strategy which underpins all development in the city at a meeting today. At its meeting at Civic Hall today, the council’s executive board formally approved a review of the strategy to take place this year, fulfilling the commitment made when the strategy
Leeds, Leeds Star
8th February 2017
2 mins read

Happy, healthy birthday

One of Leeds less known gems this week celebrates 25 years of delivering expert advice and information to health, care and social work staff. The Public Health Resource Centre (PHRC), now based in Technorth, in Chapel Allerton, first began sharing information in 1991 as the first wave of 57 NHS Trusts came into being.
Leeds, Leeds Star
7th February 2017
1 min read

Become a Tour de Yorkshire tour maker!

Welcome to Yorkshire are on the lookout for passionate and reliable volunteers to become Tour Makers at this year’s Tour de Yorkshire. Tour Makers are the welcoming face of Yorkshire for the millions of spectators who travel to the county to witness the world’s best cyclists in action between 28-30 April, and are deployed
Leeds, Leeds Star
7th February 2017
1 min read

Council claims 300th property in tenancy fraud crackdown

A tough zero tolerance approach to tenancy fraud in Leeds has seen a council team recover its 300th property this week. The Tenancy Fraud Team, which investigate all types of social housing fraud including application fraud, unlawful subletting, non-occupation (where a tenant is not using the property as their only or principal home) and
Leeds, Leeds Star
3rd February 2017
3 mins read

New Child Friendly Leeds champions announced

The winners of the annual Child Friendly Leeds awards have been announced at a glamorous ceremony at Leeds City Varieties last night. The awards, organised by young people, celebrate some of the people, places and organisations helping to make Leeds a child friendly city. Hundreds of nominations came in for champion children, child friendly
Leeds, Leeds Star
3rd February 2017
1 min read

Resurfacing of East Parade/ King Street to begin next week

Resurfacing work on the carriageway of East Parade/ King Street in Leeds City Centre is set to begin on Monday 6 February. Work is scheduled to take place between the hours of 8pm and 5.30am for a 10-day period on Monday to Thursday nights only. Both East Parade and King Street will remain open
Leeds, Leeds Star
1st February 2017
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Another page turns for Leeds Libraries’ #whatsyourstory campaign

A full-time mum is set to take centre-stage as a popular campaign showcasing the delights of libraries across Leeds prepares to turn a new page in 2017. Since its debut in 2015, #whatsyourstory has proved to be a big hit by using the experiences of people from different backgrounds and ages who use their
Leeds, Leeds Star
1st February 2017
1 min read

Object of the week- Fancy dress photo album

More than 125 years ago, the Lord Mayor of Leeds Mr and Mrs Alf Cooke threw an extravagant fancy dress ball to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. The exclusive guest list included 190 local children, who all arrived at the party dressing up in an incredible variety of storybook themed costumes. Today, a fabulous
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