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Leeds Station
17th October 2025
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Northern offers £2 fares to celebrate 20 years of Light Night Leeds

Light Night Leeds returns for its 20th year on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 October, transforming the city into a dazzling open-air gallery filled with light, colour and creativity. Light Night Leeds 2025 will illuminate the city on October 22 and 23, running from 6pm to 10pm each evening. This year’s theme, ‘Landmarks’, invites
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Candlelight in Leeds
3rd October 2025
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Candlelight Concert Series Brings Magical Music to St George’s Church

Candlelight, the globally acclaimed concert series that brings classical music to extraordinary venues, will be staged at St George’s for the very first time. Produced by Fever, the series is designed to make classical music more accessible by reimagining it in unique cultural spaces. From 8 November, St George’s Church will be transformed into
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Adrianne Evans-Faulkner, Service Manager at Cygnet Social Care Supported Living in Leeds
3rd October 2025
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National Recognition for Leeds Service Manager in Social Care Leadership Awards

A Leeds care manager who supports adults with learning disabilities has been recognised on the national stage. Adrianne Evans-Faulkner, Service Manager at Cygnet Social Care Supported Living in Leeds, has been named a finalist in the Partnership Champion category at the Social Care Leadership Awards 2025. The awards, which celebrate excellence in social care
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Simon Hayes and Mayor Tracy Brabin
3rd October 2025
3 mins read

West Yorkshire Leaders Approve Creative Growth Plan and Grassroots Sport Agreement

Regional leaders have approved an ambitious multibillion-pound action plan to accelerate the growth of West Yorkshire’s creative industries at a meeting of the Combined Authority in Leeds. Alongside this, Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin has signed a new agreement with Sport England to expand access to grassroots sport and physical activity. Together, these
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Northern Railway
3rd October 2025
2 mins read

New Digital Rail Ticket Trials Launched Across the North

Passengers in the North are set to benefit from the latest rollout of simplified digital train ticketing. Rail passengers using Northern services between Harrogate and Leeds will now find journeys even simpler – whether it’s commuting into Leeds city centre, enjoying the scenic ride across the Arthington Viaduct, exploring the historic ruins of Kirkstall
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Creative Places Growth Fund
3rd October 2025
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West Yorkshire Awarded £25 Million to Grow Creative Industries

Creative businesses and freelancers across West Yorkshire are set to benefit from significant Government backing aimed at helping them innovate, develop new skills, and attract private investment. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has been named as one of just six UK regions with recognised strengths in the creative industries to receive £25 million through
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Doris's mural has been created by artist Alexandra Elstone
26th September 2025
2 mins read

New Murals Celebrate Leeds’ Sporting Heroes

Vibrant new murals honouring some of Leeds’s greatest sporting heroes, past and present, have been unveiled in communities across the city. Created by talented local artists, the striking artworks celebrate the achievements of athletes ranging from a record-breaking swimmer to a Paralympic legend. Each mural’s subject was selected by a panel of volunteers working
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Light Night Leeds
26th September 2025
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Light Night Leeds Returns This October with Dazzling Illuminated Artworks

This October, Leeds will be transformed by a dazzling display of illuminated artworks as the spectacular Light Night Leeds returns. On October 23 and 24, the city’s most recognisable buildings and public spaces will be lit up with imaginative creations from artists around the world, drawing thousands of visitors to the cultural showcase. Centred
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Headingley will host five nail-biting showdowns during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup
26th September 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Scores Cricket Coup as City Secures Spot on Global Sporting Stage

City prepares to showcase its sporting prowess by hosting ICC Women’s T20 World Cup next year. After successfully hosting England’s thrilling Test victory against India earlier this week, Headingley Stadium is set to shine once again on cricket’s global stage when it welcomes the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2026. The renowned venue
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Councillor Jess Lennox (Leeds City Council’s executive member for housing) in one of the newly-acquired homes.
26th September 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Council’s Housing Programme Delivers High-Quality Affordable Homes

Leeds City Council’s commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable housing is paying off through its Council Housing Growth Programme. Over the past five years, the council has successfully built more than 400 new homes, providing modern, energy-efficient properties for tenants across the city. But construction is only part of the story. During the same period,
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Siblings Elizabeth and Edward feature in a striking portrait dating from around 1740.
26th September 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Event Explores the Cringeworthy Clothing of Childhoods Past

Children’s fashion faux pas from centuries past will take centre stage at a special event in Leeds, shining a spotlight on the awkward and often amusing outfits young people have been made to wear throughout history. Hosted at Lotherton, the talk invites visitors to explore the enduring tradition of dressing children like miniature adults,
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Councillor Jess Lennox, Leeds City Council’s executive member for housing, at Doris Storey House.
26th September 2025
4 mins read

New Council Housing Development Honours Leeds Swimming Champion Doris Storey

A new council housing scheme in Seacroft is delivering high-quality affordable homes while also celebrating the legacy of a local sporting hero. The Leeds City Council development on Brooklands Avenue has transformed a former brownfield site into a community of 25 one-bedroom apartments alongside eight two and three-bedroom houses. In a special tribute, the
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A launch event for the JogOn campaign was hosted at the Royal Armouries on 24 September
26th September 2025
3 mins read

Leeds Launches JogOn Campaign to Tackle Harassment of Women Runners

The people of Leeds are being urged to report incidents of harassment as the new JogOn campaign sends a clear message: harassment of women and girls while exercising will not be tolerated. The campaign was officially launched at the Royal Armouries on 24 September, with keynote speeches from Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin
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Elland Road Neighbourhood
26th September 2025
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Elland Road Regeneration Plans Set to Attract Billions in Investment, New Homes and Leisure Opportunities

Leeds City Council has opened a public consultation on updated planning guidance aimed at transforming the area surrounding Elland Road football stadium, in a move that could unlock a multi-billion pound boost to the city’s economy. The proposals include the potential development of up to 2,000 new homes, alongside major leisure and commercial opportunities.
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Alison Ogden-Newton OBE, Keep Britain Tidy, Councillor Mohammed Rafique.
26th September 2025
3 mins read

Leeds City Council Named Green Council of the Year

Leeds City Council has been officially recognised as Green Council of the Year, winning the title at the prestigious Political Purpose Awards. The accolade was presented by the Nature 2030 campaign, which celebrates organisations driving action on climate change through positive environmental and sustainability initiatives. Sponsored by Keep Britain Tidy, the award honours councils
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