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Special collections librarian Antony Ramm with one of a pair of antique library books written by a renowned 19th century geologist, which have finally been returned 50 years overdue.
6th March 2026
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Late return writes a new chapter for antique fossil books

A pair of antique library books written by celebrated 19th century geologist Rev William Buckland have been returned to Leeds Central Library — 50 years overdue. Volumes I and II of Geology and Mineralogy, first published in 1836, were due back in March 1976. Instead, the historic books were recently discovered by staff at
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Ali Jawad, who was one of the Queen’s Baton Relay batonbearers in Leeds ahead of the 2014 Commonwealth Games, is pictured with Laura Beardsmore, Nile Wilson and Norman Stephens.
6th March 2026
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Leeds leisure centres join forces with disability fitness app to boost inclusion

Leeds City Council’s leisure centres have joined forces with a pioneering disability fitness app in a new partnership aimed at making exercise and physical activity more inclusive across the city. Active Leeds is working with Accessercise, the first fitness app designed specifically for disabled users, to help ensure more people can access tailored support
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Tracy Brabin speaking at Reset Connect North in Leeds
6th March 2026
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West Yorkshire businesses to benefit from new Growth Hub

Businesses across West Yorkshire are set to benefit from faster and easier access to support through the launch of a new regional Growth Hub. The West Yorkshire Business Growth Hub, unveiled by Mayor Tracy Brabin at a major business conference in Leeds, will bring together existing local, regional and national support into a single
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Narrow Gauge North
27th February 2026
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Narrow Gauge North 2026 heads to Pudsey

Model railway fans are being invited to climb aboard for another much-loved day out as Narrow Gauge North 2026 pulls into Pudsey next month. The popular exhibition will be held at Pudsey Civic Hall on Saturday 14 March, running from 10.30am to 4.30pm, and promises a packed programme of layouts, displays and trading stands
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Last year’s winners were Batley ARLFC Under 8s, who marked their success with a special coaching session led by Huddersfield Giants star Tom Burgess before collecting their prizes.
27th February 2026
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Northern Launches £10,000 Boost for Grassroots Rugby League Clubs

Grassroots rugby league clubs across the UK are being offered a £10,000 boost after Northern launched a new prize giveaway featuring kit, training equipment and match tickets. Northern, an official partner of the sport, is inviting clubs of all kinds to enter — from youth and senior teams to community groups, as well as
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Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin
27th February 2026
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Behind the wheel, ahead in life: bus drivers pitch the job

Bus drivers across the UK are urging people to consider life behind the wheel, as part of a Government-backed push to bring more recruits into a career they say offers stability, progression and real purpose. Bus drivers across the country have come together to champion the advantages of life behind the wheel, encouraging both
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CHSF
20th February 2026
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Leeds Children’s Heart Surgery Fund Marks Wear Red Day 2026

People across Leeds are being urged to ‘Rock the Red’ next Friday, 27 February, as the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF) stages its annual Wear Red Day to raise money and awareness for children living with congenital heart conditions. The campaign, which has become a fixture in schools and workplaces across the city, asks
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Leeds Tapestry - Kate Peace and Emma Hayton
20th February 2026
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New Panel Added to Leeds Tapestry Celebrating City’s Story

A much-loved landmark of Leeds’ cultural life has gained a striking new addition, as a freshly created panel has been installed alongside the iconic Leeds Tapestry at Leeds Central Library. The new work, entirely designed and stitched by local residents, explores ideas of freedom and what the concept means in modern Leeds. Created through
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Richard Maltby (centre) and Prof Toogood (first on the right) with colleagues accepting a fundraising donation.
20th February 2026
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Surgeon packs up his scalpel after thousands of operations

After carrying out thousands of operations and hundreds of liver transplants, Professor Giles Toogood, Consultant Surgeon at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, has performed his final surgery. Professor Giles Toogood has been serving the NHS for 40 years and has been a consultant at Leeds since 1998. In that time, he has carried out
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Alex Pearson, archives assistant with West Yorkshire Archive Service with the copy of the Leeds Charter
20th February 2026
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Leeds’ historic Royal Charter saved from becoming a lampshade

One of the most important documents in Leeds’ history was rescued from an unlikely fate as a makeshift lampshade, city archivists have revealed, as preparations continue for a major exhibition celebrating 400 years since the city was granted its royal charter. The one-of-a-kind copy of the Leeds Royal Charter, delicately inscribed centuries ago —
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EV charge point St Paul's Street
20th February 2026
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Leeds Switches On First City-Centre On-Street EV Charge Point

Leeds has switched on its first public on-street electric vehicle (EV) charge point in the city centre, marking a new milestone in the city’s push for cleaner, low-carbon travel. The new charging facility on St Paul’s Street is expected to make it easier for residents, commuters and visitors to power up their vehicles as
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