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22nd July 2022

CHARITY

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Charity golf day raises £13,000 for York Against Cancer

We’re an independent, local charity providing practical help and support for patients and their family’s. York Against Cancer’s annual Golf Day at York Golf Club in Strensall took place on 14 July 2022. The fundraising event, organised by former Club Chairman, Ralph Magee, and supported by local businesses Cellhire and Your Move – Anscombs

22nd July 2022

HOMES

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Celebrations as Leeds Jewish Housing Association completes historic development

We provide continued support for our tenants and make them feel safe and secure in their home. The National Housing Federation Chief Executive and the Lord Mayor of Leeds were the guests of honour as Leeds Jewish Housing Association (LJHA) celebrated the opening of the biggest development project in its 69-year history. Kate Henderson

22nd July 2022

WHAT'S ON

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Summer family fun with Leeds Museums and Galleries

Leeds Museums and Galleries are gearing up for a bumper summer of family fun, with a number of events set to take place in Leeds over the summer school holiday. Over the summer months, events will be taking place at some of the city’s most popular attractions, such as Temple Newsam, Lotherton, Leeds City

22nd July 2022

BUSINESS

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New Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards unveiled

Welcome to the Yorkshire & Humberside Family Business Awards. The very first business awards dedicated solely to family businesses in Yorkshire and Humberside will be launched in spectacular style later this year at Headingley Stadium in Leeds. The Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards are an evolution of the highly successful North West Family

22nd July 2022

NEWS

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East Leeds Orbital Route opens in time for Leeds Festival weekend

The new East Leeds Orbital Route (ELOR) will be fully open in time for Leeds Festival goers to use ahead of the 26 August 2022, subject to completed road safety checks. ELOR is a two-lane dual carriageway 7km in length, connecting the A6120 (Outer Ring Road Shadwell) in the North to Manston Lane in

Baton on stage with Lord Mayor of Leeds Cllr Robert W Gettings

15th July 2022

SPORT

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Queen’s Baton Relay arrives in Leeds: Brownlee Brothers are baton bearers

Leeds welcomes the Queen’s Baton Relay with Olympic legends the Brownlee brothers. Birmingham 2022 is hosting the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay – a journey which brings together and celebrates communities across the Commonwealth during the build up to the Games. In England, the Queen’s Baton Relay will provide the opportunity for communities to

15th July 2022

SPORT

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Active Leeds unveils new state of the art gym

A new state of the art gym has been opened at John Charles Leisure Centre, as part of Leeds City Council’s ambition to ‘get more people, more physically active, more often’. Significant investment has been made into new equipment and a wider refurbishment at the centre, with the gym sporting brand new upgraded Technogym

15th July 2022

HEALTH

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Public Health Resource Centre celebrates 30 years of supporting public health across Leeds

Leeds City Council’s Public Health Resource Centre recently celebrated 30 years supporting anyone with a responsibility for or interest in addressing health inequalities and promoting health outcomes in Leeds. The Public Health Resource Centre is a vital hub of knowledge for professionals from a wide range of healthcare roles working across Leeds, aiming to

15th July 2022

CHILD FRIENDLY LEEDS

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Child Friendly Leeds reveal wishes of the city’s children and young people

Young people in Leeds have revealed their wish list for the city’s future ahead of a new exhibition opening this week. A city-wide consultation run by Child Friendly Leeds asked young people all across the city to highlight the key issues and subjects they felt were most important to them and what they wanted

15th July 2022

NEWS

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Consultation started for A6120 Outer Ring Road proposals between Horsforth and Pudsey

Plans include a reduction in speed limit, an accessible bridge, and safety measures to junctions located on the route. Leeds City Council is asking for people’s thoughts on proposed improvements to the A6120 Outer Ring Road (ORR). The plans, which form part of Connecting West Leeds phase two, follow on from a consultation on

8th July 2022

SPORT

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Leeds Olympic gold medallists Brownlee brothers and Class Dynamix to mark Queen’s Baton Relay visit to Leeds

Queen’s Baton Relay coming to Leeds Dock and city centre on Tuesday 12 July. Leeds Olympic gold medallists Alistair and Jonny Brownlee will be joined by local singing stars Class Dynamix as the city celebrates welcoming the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay next week. Arriving in late afternoon on Tuesday 12 July, the Baton

8th July 2022

CHILD FRIENDLY LEEDS

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Top civic award for Leeds pupil who supported refugees at school

Amran Neshat, 16, a fluent speaker of Darsi/Farsi, broke down the language barrier for new pupils at John Smeaton Academy, supporting teachers with translation and providing a warm welcome for refugees from Afghanistan who were starting at the East Leeds High School. Amran was named Young Person of the Year at the prestigious Child

8th July 2022

TRANSPORT

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National electric vehicle rally arrives in Leeds

Around 18 electric vans travelling the length of the country have checked in at Stourton Park & Ride this evening, as Leeds plays host to an ambitious cross-country rally highlighting the impressive capability of zero emission vehicles. Leeds City Council’s executive member for infrastructure and climate was there to welcome drivers as they completed

8th July 2022

NEWS

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A61 and A639 – have your say on proposed £22.5million improvement schemes

Residents and businesses are being asked for views on proposals to invest up to £22.5 million in two key roads Connecting Leeds and Wakefield – the A61 and the A639. Leeds City Council, Wakefield Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) have developed plans to improve the two roads by: Making them easier

8th July 2022

BOOKS

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Keep kids reading all summer long with free reading challenge

Young books lovers in Leeds are being challenged to make some fascinating scientific discoveries at their local library this summer. Leeds Libraries’ free Summer Reading Challenge is calling on youngsters to find out more about the world around them by reading six or more from a collection of science-themed story books and factual books,

8th July 2022

NEWS

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Heritage takes centre stage in rebirth of much-loved Leeds street

A new era for New Briggate is dawning as this historic Leeds street gets the love, care, attention and investment that will help ensure its future is every bit as bright as its past. A range of co-ordinated investments designed to make the character-filled and culturally-rich area even better for visitors, residents and businesses

8th July 2022

NEWS

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Leeds City Council launches consultation on vehicle nuisance and dangerous driving

Residents are being asked for their views on a proposed Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) aimed at prohibiting dangerous driving and vehicle nuisance in public areas and communities across Leeds. The PSPO, which covers the whole of the Leeds area, will prohibit vehicle owners from revving car engines unnecessarily, playing music too loudly or

1st July 2022

NEWS

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Leeds Armed Forces Day to be marked by a day of festivities and excitement

People of all ages are once again being invited to celebrate the courage, dedication and commitment of the British Armed Forces, as part of Leeds Armed Forces Day. Armed Forces Day in the United Kingdom is marked by many events held across the country, celebrating the courage and contribution of the British Armed Forces

1st July 2022

NEWS

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Volunteers needed this summer for free school holiday fun, food and activity programme

Leeds City Council is calling on volunteers to help make a difference during this summer’s school healthy holidays by getting involved with the popular and successful Healthy Holidays programme. The scheme has been running since 2018 providing children who receive free school meals in term time with nutritious food plus fun and engaging activities

University of Leeds I Leeds Beckett University

1st July 2022

NEWS

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Students reminded everybody needs good neighbours ahead of summer changeover

Leeds City Council is urging more than 50,000 students leaving their Leeds homes this summer to be mindful of their neighbours and keep noise to a minimum. This time of year is usually very busy with many student tenancies coming to an end and council officers will be working closely with University of Leeds,

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