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22nd February 2017

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Leeds Museums and Galleries object of the week- The Heavy-footed Moa

A spectacular relic of an age long past, Leeds City Museum’s Heavy-footed Moa skeleton was once one of the largest birds ever to roam the earth. The huge flightless bird originally came from New Zealand, where its species was driven to extinction by hunting and deforestation around 570 years ago. The skeleton first came

21st February 2017

GARDENING

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Green shoots of spring as Leeds garden waste collections return

It’s a sure sign that spring is on the way as garden waste collections re-start in Leeds on February 27. More information about garden waste collection days and what is and isn’t acceptable to put in your brown bin can be found here: brown bin garden waste You can also download the Leeds bin app

20th February 2017

CRIME

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Man with a van picks up hefty fine for dumping waste

A Leeds man who advertises ‘Man with a Van’ services on social media has been fined over £1700 for illegally dumping waste on a country lane, which he had been paid to dispose of. Christopher Brennan of Eastwood Drive, Swarcliffe, Leeds was fined £692 for illegally depositing waste for profit, and carrying waste illegally.

20th February 2017

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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For All Seasons- vintage barometer

Finding a way to accurately predict the weather is a puzzle that’s baffled scientists for centuries. And despite proving to be a virtually impossible task, that hasn’t stopped some of the finest inventors coming up with complex new contraptions designed to forecast rain or shine. In the late 19th Century, this charming oak barometer

20th February 2017

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Love’s in the luck of the drawer as vintage cabinet hides perfect proposal

It was a marriage proposal 260 years in the making when romantic Jeff Rowland popped the question with a little help from a beautiful antique cabinet. Jeff, 34, took his unsuspecting girlfriend Sarah Reynolds, 32, on a Valentine’s Day trip to historic Temple Newsam House last week to see the Tudor mansion’s stunning Channon

16th February 2017

HEALTH

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New report finds children with additional needs are proud to be from Leeds

A joint inspection carried out by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission has found that children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Leeds are proud to be citizens of the city and have a real voice in shaping their education, health and care plans. Joint area SEND inspections consider

15th February 2017

NEWS

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Leeds City Council statement in response to European Commission ‘final warning’ on air quality in 16 areas of the UK

Deputy leader of Leeds City Council and executive member for environment and sustainability Councillor Lucinda Yeadon said: “The air quality issue is one we are taking very seriously in Leeds and we have developed a strategy which includes a range of measures being implemented in the city to improve air quality and reduce emissions.

15th February 2017

NEWS

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Leeds Inner Ring Road partly closed this weekend

The Leeds Inner Ring Road will be partly closed this weekend for essential maintenance works to be carried out to the New York Road viaduct. The eastbound carriageway of the A58(M)/A64 will be closed from the junction at Wellington Street through to the junction at Marsh Lane to allow the work to be carried

15th February 2017

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Object of the week- vintage spinning wheel

Conjuring images of a faraway, fairy tale kingdom, this vintage spinning wheel was actually made in Ireland more than 125 years ago. Crafted out of oak and mahogany, the wheel was designed by James McCreery and Son in around 1891 and donated to Leeds Museums and Galleries by Mrs K. Turberville in 1967. Originally,

14th February 2017

CRIME

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Unlicensed Leeds cancer charity collector fined

A man has been fined by magistrates after repeatedly claiming to be collecting for a cancer charity near big public events in Leeds without a licence. Richard Charles Matthews, of Stanley Road, Burmantofts, was found guilty at Leeds Magistrates Court of five separate charges of conducting an unlicensed collection in a public place. He was

14th February 2017

NEWS

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Repairs to flood-damaged Linton Bridge progressing well

Work continues to progress well on the repairs to the flood-damaged Linton Bridge. Leeds City Council has given its latest update on the project, which is being carried out on the Grade II-listed structure over the River Wharfe between Linton and Collingham. The bridge has been closed since December 27 2015, when it suffered

13th February 2017

WHAT'S ON

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Leeds Young Film Festival, the UK’s largest family film event, announces programme for 18th edition

Leeds Young Film Festival has announced the programme for its 18th edition, taking place 10-20 April across Leeds. LEGO, BAFTA KIDS TO DELIVER LIVE SHOWS AND WORKSHOPS, PLUS AARDMAN ANIMATION EXHIBITION UK’S FIRST VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCE FOR FAMILIES, THE VR ZONE, COMING TO LEEDS CITY MUSEUM DR SEUSS-INSPIRED EXPERIENCE TO TAKE OVER LEEDS TOWN

13th February 2017

NEWS

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Leeds Award presented to retired Director of Leeds Civic Trust, Dr Kevin Grady

A tireless guardian of Leeds’ historical past and influential campaigner for a positive architectural future has received a prestigious civic award. In recognition of the pivotal role he played as Director of Leeds Civic Trust in both protecting and shaping developments in the city for nearly 30 years, Dr Kevin Grady has now been

10th February 2017

JOBS

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Proposal backed to investigate possibility of new Retail and Hospitality Skills Centre opening in Leeds

Senior councillors have backed a proposal to investigate a new Retail and Hospitality Skills Centre for Excellence opening in Leeds. Submitted as part of a report to Leeds City Council’s executive board on 8 February 2017, members supported a recommendation for a business planning sustainability study to be undertaken into the establishment of a

10th February 2017

WHAT'S ON

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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

9th February 2017

OUR CITY

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Leeds is bidding for the title of European Capital of Culture 2023.

Leeds is bidding for the title of European Capital of Culture 2023. The competition can only be hosted by UK five times per century and was last hosted in 2008 when Liverpool won the title. Prior to this Glasgow is the only other city to have the competition in 1990. Liverpool’s year as European

9th February 2017

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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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

8th February 2017

HEALTH

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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

8th February 2017

HEALTH

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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

8th February 2017

HOMES

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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

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