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31st October 2016

NEWS

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New community hubs officially opened in Horsforth, Rothwell and Kippax

Three more community hubs have officially opened their doors in Leeds this month. As part of Leeds City Council’s vision to provide a range of important local services under one roof in areas across the city, residents living in Horsforth, Rothwell and Kippax now have the opportunity to discover the wealth of information and

31st October 2016

NEWS

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Innovative forensic traceable liquid to join fight against paving stones thefts in Leeds

A state-of-the-art initiative to tackle the theft of Yorkshire paving stones is to be introduced in hot-spot areas by Leeds City Council. Working in partnership with crime-prevention company SmartWater®, public stone flags across the city will be sprayed with a forensic traceable liquid which carrying an identifiable forensic code, can assist the police in

31st October 2016

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

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Object of the week- Tom Webb’s compass

In 1914, Leeds candle maker Tom Webb, like thousands of other local men, went off to France to fight in the trenches of the First World War. Leaving behind a wife and four children, Tom, who was born in Hunslet, travelled to Europe to fight with the Leeds Rifles 3rd Volunteer Battalion. He survived

31st October 2016

NEWS

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Little Neville Street revamp offers improved access to Leeds Station

Improved access to the new southern entrance of Leeds Station is now available following the completion of refurbishment work on Little Neville Street. Officially reopened today, Little Neville Street has undergone a £500,000 facelift by Leeds City Council with support from West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The result is a new public space and easy

31st October 2016

SPORT

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Statement from Leader of Leeds City Council Cllr Judith Blake regarding Nicola Adams gold medal

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “We would like to offer our congratulations to Leeds boxer Nicola Adams on the amazing achievement of claiming gold in Rio and becoming a double Olympic champion. “Nicola is a truly outstanding role model and ambassador for the city of Leeds and this success is

31st October 2016

OUR CITY

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Statement from the Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake, regarding a homecoming event in city for Leeds Olympic and Paralympic athletes

A homecoming event to celebrate the achievements of Yorkshire’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes is to be held in Leeds, the city council has announced. Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “We will be hosting a large homecoming event in Leeds to recognise the fantastic performances of both our Olympic and Paralympic

31st October 2016

TRANSPORT

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Nearly 2,000 ‘join in the transport conversation’ in Leeds in first two weeks

Nearly 2,000 people have already taken up the open invitation to ‘join in the conversation’ on the future of transport in Leeds in just two weeks. Since being invited by the Leader of Leeds Council Councillor Judith Blake to offer their views on the existing and future transport network in Leeds at the start

31st October 2016

NEWS

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Lord Mayor presents medals back to World War Two veteran

Serving medals of a decorated World War Two veteran, which were stolen in 2002 by thieves, have recently been replaced and presented back to their owner as part of a special civic ceremony this week. On hand to reunite Mr Fred Jackson with his cherished medals of service in many campaigns, was the Lord

31st October 2016

EDUCATION

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A Level success for Leeds students

Early signs suggest young people in Leeds will be celebrating again today (18 August) after achieving top grades in their A-level and BTEC exams. Over 2700 Leeds pupils are receiving their results today and although the full extent of the results won’t be known until later in the year, early signs are that many

31st October 2016

SPORT

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Statement from Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake, regarding Brownlee brothers’ medal success in Olympic triathlon event

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “What more can be said about the amazing achievements of Alistair and Jonny, who again have enjoyed medal winning success in the Olympic triathlon event. “We are so proud and fortunate to have in Alistair and Jonny not just two unbelievable athletes, but also people

31st October 2016

CHILD FRIENDLY LEEDS

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Youngsters sought to plan prestigious awards

There is a ‘call out’ across the city for young people aged 11 – 19 years to join the team who will plan and present next year’s Child Friendly Leeds awards. The Child Friendly Leeds Awards recognises the young people, adults, places and organisations that are helping to make Leeds a fantastic city to

31st October 2016

CULTURE

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Object of the week- Gothic Revival credenza

Newly arrived at Lotherton Hall, this beautiful hardwood credenza was expertly crafted by an esteemed Leeds cabinet maker more than 150 years ago. The superbly made cabinet was recently bequeathed to the estate by Selwyn Barker, a furniture collector who lived near Preston, and was made by Marsh and Jones of Leeds in around

31st October 2016

NEWS

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Share your memories of city’s historic flooding

Communities in Leeds are being asked to share their photos and memories of last year’s devastating Boxing Day floods for a new exhibition. Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills is calling on residents to help put the exhibition together, which will focus the impact of the floods as well as the community spirit the

31st October 2016

NEWS

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Public consultation begins on ambitious South Bank Leeds proposals to double the size of Leeds city centre

An online public consultation on ambitious proposals to regenerate the South Bank area of Leeds and effectively double the size of the city centre has started today. The consultation, which will run for three months until 15 November, asks for views on proposals to form a framework for future development of South Bank Leeds.

31st October 2016

SPORT

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Comment on Olympic gold medal success of Leeds rower Paul Bennett

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “Congratulations to Paul Bennett from Leeds for winning Olympic gold in the men’s eight rowing. Following on from being world champions for the last two years, it was fantastic to see Paul and his teammates prove again they are best in the world in the

31st October 2016

HEALTH

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First standardised packs to prevent smoking by children spotted in Leeds

The first cigarettes on sale in new, standardised packaging have been spotted in Leeds. New laws which came in to force in May gave manufacturers up to a year to switch to drab green packs, with bigger health warnings, designed to make smoking less appealing to children and young people. Although it was believed

31st October 2016

WHAT'S ON

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‘Amazing Animals’ to be celebrated at Home Farm

A superb collection of exotic animals and birds are all set to light up a popular Leeds farm next week. Featuring animals and birds from popular attractions and sites across the city, visitors can from Monday 15 August – Friday 19 August, enjoy a range of family fun themed activities and events under one

31st October 2016

JOBS

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Jobs fair set to arrive at The Point in White Rose Shopping Centre next week

A string of high-profile employers are set to be in attendance at a jobs fair held in a Leeds shopping centre next week. In what promises to be an event not to be missed for anyone who is currently seeking full or part time opportunities, a wide range of retailers will be featuring in

31st October 2016

SPORT

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Comment on Olympic gold medal success of City of Leeds divers Jack Laugher and Chris Mears

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake said: “Massive congratulations to our City of Leeds divers Jack Laugher and Chris Mears for their stunning and historic Olympic gold medal success for Team GB tonight. They put in a fantastic performance and their wonderful achievement is testament to the superb diving facilities at the

31st October 2016

NEWS

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New park pops up in Leeds City Centre

An innovative new pop-up park has opened in the heart of Leeds city centre. The new temporary green space off Cookridge Street includes artificial grass, planters, benches and deckchairs and will be in place for four weeks. Launching today (Wednesday, Aug 10) the pop-up park will see the nearby street closed to traffic and is aimed at creating

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