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Children's Mayor of Leeds
14th November 2025
3 mins read

Leeds Welcomes Sienna Silva-Farber as New Children’s Mayor

A new Children’s Mayor of Leeds has been officially elected, with a powerful pledge to tackle bullying, discrimination and poverty over the coming year. Sienna Silva-Farber, 10, a pupil at Harewood C of E Primary School, has been named Children’s Mayor of Leeds for 2025–2026 following a closely contested election. This year’s vote saw
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Compassionate City Awards 2025 at Leeds Civic Hall
14th November 2025
2 mins read

Parkinson’s Table Tennis Club Scoops Compassionate City Award

A pioneering table tennis club for people living with Parkinson’s disease has been named one of the winners at this year’s Compassionate City Awards. The awards recognise individuals and organisations who go the extra mile to improve life in their communities, with this year’s ceremony held last week at Leeds Civic Hall. Kirkstall-based club
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Kath Harrison and her daughter Helen Shippin
14th November 2025
3 mins read

Carriageworks Theatre Marks 20 Years of Family Ties

An inseparable mum-and-daughter duo who have worked side by side in local theatre for almost 30 years have offered a rare glimpse behind the scenes of a much-loved Leeds venue as it celebrates a major milestone. Kath Harrison and her daughter Helen Shippin are key members of the dedicated costume and backstage team at
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Plant Dreaming exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery
14th November 2025
1 min read

Nature’s Wonders Take Root in New Gallery Show

Stunning depictions of the natural world by leading contemporary artists invite visitors to see our relationship with plants in a new light in a major new exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery. Plant Dreaming delves into imaginative, alternative perspectives on plants, fungi and the deep connections that bind our planet together. Bringing together work by
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Future Creative
14th November 2025
4 mins read

West Yorkshire Creative Charities Share £25,000 to Boost Local Creative Careers

Amazon’s Regional Creatives Fund is a new nationwide initiative designed to widen access to careers in the creative industries for people from underserved communities. Two West Yorkshire charities have been awarded £25,000 to grow programmes that help local people access careers in the creative industries. MAP Charity (Music and Arts Production Leeds) has been awarded
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National Express
14th November 2025
2 mins read

National Express brings loved ones together this Christmas with the UK’s largest festive coach network

National Express remains one of the UK’s most trusted and recognisable transport brands, connecting millions of passengers every year through its extensive coach network. On Christmas Day, National Express will operate 20 coach journeys to and from Bradford and more than 30 to and from Leeds, connecting friends and families across key UK destinations
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Professor John Craig (Pro Vice Chancellor, University of Hull), Patsy Gilbert (Vice Principal, Leeds Conservatoire) and Lily Fontaine (frontwoman of English Teacher). Photo credit - Jonathan Lodder
14th November 2025
2 mins read

‘English Teacher’ Frontwoman Lily Fontaine Named Fellow of Leeds Conservatoire

Lily Fontaine, vocalist, lyricist and multi-instrumentalist with acclaimed band ‘English Teacher’, has been made a Fellow of Leeds Conservatoire. Presented at an October graduation ceremony at the Royal Armouries, the honour recognises Lily’s advocacy, influence on the music industry and her alignment with the conservatoire’s creative and innovative values. Leeds Conservatoire, formerly Leeds College
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Stanningley McDonald’s restaurant design
14th November 2025
1 min read

Leeds City Council approves new McDonald’s drive-thru on Town Street

McDonald’s is pleased that Leeds City Council has granted planning permission for a new drive-thru restaurant on Town Street, Stanningley. This multi-million-pound investment will regenerate an underused site, bringing it back into active use and creating around 85 new local jobs, with market-leading training and career progression opportunities. The restaurant will be operated by
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Partou Acorns Day Nursery and Pre-school in Leeds
14th November 2025
2 mins read

Partou Acorns Nursery and Pre-School Celebrates Outstanding Ofsted Rating

Partou Acorns Day Nursery and Pre-school in Leeds has been recognised as one of the city’s leading early years settings after achieving an ‘Outstanding’ rating in all areas from Ofsted. The glowing report highlights the nursery’s nurturing environment, high-quality teaching and exceptional support for children’s development. In her final inspection report, the Ofsted inspector
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Leeds Palestinian Film Festival
17th October 2025
3 mins read

Leeds to Celebrate Palestinian Film and Culture with Three-Week Festival This Autumn

The Leeds Palestinian Film Festival proudly returns for its 11th edition, running from November 12 to December 6, 2025, at iconic venues across Leeds. The festival continues its mission to celebrate the richness, diversity, and resilience of Palestinian culture through the transformative power of cinema. This year’s festival promises over three weeks of unflinching,
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(L-R) Jason Tutin, 100% Digital Leeds; Louise Forrest, GIPSIL; Tracy Brabin, West Yorkshire Mayor; Fran Etherington, Old Fire Station; Fatima Khan-Shah, Inclusivity Champion
17th October 2025
4 mins read

West Yorkshire Mayor launches free digital access scheme to boost employment

Unemployed residents across West Yorkshire will soon be able to access free devices, data and digital skills training, helping them get online, build confidence and move closer to employment. West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has unveiled a new initiative providing residents with a free digital device, such as a laptop, alongside personalised training and
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Leeds Credit Union (LCU)
17th October 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Credit Union Unveils £20 Million Drive to Make Christmas More Affordable

Leeds Credit Union (LCU) has launched its largest-ever Christmas loan campaign, aiming to help local residents save up to £20 million in interest charges this festive season. Leeds Credit Union is making a real difference in the lives of thousands across Leeds and the wider region by offering fair, affordable, and community-focused financial services.
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