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Leeds Sports Awards
7th March 2025
2 mins read

Nominations Now Open for the 2025 Leeds Sports Awards

The city of Leeds is gearing up to celebrate its local sporting talent and the often-overlooked heroes who make significant contributions to the community’s athletic spirit. The 22nd Leeds Sports Awards is now accepting nominations, calling upon the public to recognize and honor the achievements of athletes, coaches, and volunteers alike. Scheduled to be…
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Children's Fancy Fashion- A Historical Journey
7th March 2025
2 mins read

New Exhibition Unveils the Rich History of Children’s Fancy Fashion

A new exhibition delving into the intricate and colorful history of children’s fashion has opened its doors, inviting visitors to explore a realm of pinnies, petticoats, booties, and breeches. Titled ‘Children’s Fancy Fashion: A Historical Journey’, the showcase presents a fascinating look at how young ones have been dressed through the centuries, from the…
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The Brooklands Avenue housing development in Seacroft.
7th March 2025
3 mins read

Council Housing Development Revitalizes Local Green Spaces in Leeds Community

In Leeds, a transformative council housing development is making significant strides in revitalizing local green spaces, contributing to both environmental sustainability and community well-being. This initiative, part of a broader effort by Leeds City Council, demonstrates a commitment to integrating urban development with green revitalization. The project, centered around the new housing development on…
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Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
7th March 2025
4 mins read

City Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Innovation and Growth

Following the government’s announcement of delays in the development of the new hospital at Leeds General Infirmary, key city leaders: including those from Leeds City Council, the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust — have reiterated their steadfast commitment to fostering innovation and…
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Volunteer Team Leeds
7th March 2025
3 mins read

Leeds City Council Launches New City-Wide Volunteering Scheme

Meet the dedicated volunteers encouraging others to join as Leeds City Council rolls out its new volunteering program, Volunteer Team Leeds. This innovative initiative aims to unify and expand the dynamic community of volunteers who support various Leeds City Council-affiliated events and initiatives. Whether it’s creating mesmerizing experiences at Light Night Leeds, offering cinematic…
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Queensway Primary School
7th March 2025
2 mins read

Next Stage of Consultation Approaches for the Future of Queensway Primary School

Next week, discussions regarding the future of Queensway Primary School in Leeds will advance as the local authority seeks to move to the next phase of consultation regarding the school’s potential closure. Leeds City Council has expressed concerns over the future sustainability of the school in Yeadon, highlighting ongoing issues caused by falling pupil…
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14th February 2025
3 mins read

Leeds Celebrates Trailblazing Women with Unveiling of Historic Plaques

Leeds is celebrating the remarkable contributions of trailblazing women to its rich history with the unveiling of historic plaques at the prestigious Leeds Civic Hall. This initiative, which seeks to balance historical recognition and highlight the impact of women on the city’s development, marked a significant milestone in acknowledging the often-overlooked achievements of female…
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The collection also includes slides containing spiders and insects from around the world, carefully preserved more than a century ago.
14th February 2025
2 mins read

Ancient Egyptian Bread Crumb Unearthed in Leeds Museum’s Collection of Miniature Artifacts

In an intriguing discovery, a minute crumb of bread dating back thousands of years has been unearthed within the Leeds Museum’s extensive collection of miniature artifacts. This ancient fragment, ensconced among the museum’s treasures, offers a unique glimpse into the culinary past of ancient Egypt. The bread crumb, believed to be approximately 3,000 years…
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Storytelling Festival 2025 Square by Kate Pankhurst
14th February 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Storytelling Festival Launches for Families and Children to Connect, Create and Get Inspired

This month, Leeds is set to host a brand new festival dedicated to the enchanting art of storytelling, promising a fresh and exciting cultural experience for the city. The Leeds Storytelling Festival, organized by Leeds Libraries in collaboration with local arts groups Wrongsemble and LIVEwire Poetry, aims to celebrate and explore the diverse world…
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Child Friendly Leeds
9th February 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Steps Up Recruitment and Support for Foster Carers

A recent report from Leeds City Council highlights the city’s proactive efforts to recruit and support foster carers in response to the rising demand for child placements. The report, which is set to be discussed by senior councillors at the next Wednesday’s executive board meeting, outlines a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing the…
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Neighbourhood Networks
9th February 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Secures Funding for Vital Neighbourhood Networks to Support Older Residents

Leeds City Council has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its elderly population by securing funding for the vital neighbourhood networks that cater to older residents. These networks, instrumental in connecting and supporting the elderly within their communities, have been a foundational part of Leeds’s social fabric since their inception…
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Leeds City Council Budget
9th February 2025
6 mins read

Leeds City Council Leader Welcomes Additional Funding but Cautions That Significant Budget Challenges Still Lie Ahead

Councilor James Lewis, the leader of Leeds City Council, has expressed approval of the new funding allocated to the city, following the release of the final budget plans for 2025/26, which include an additional £67 million for the next year. Despite this boost, the council is still faced with substantial financial challenges due to…
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Abbey House Museum
9th February 2025
2 mins read

Public Consultation Saves Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall from Closure

In a remarkable display of community engagement, Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall will remain open after a significant public outcry against its proposed closure. Leeds City Council had initially considered shutting down the museum as part of a broader initiative to alleviate unprecedented financial pressures. The Abbey House Museum, situated in the historic gatehouse…
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Leeds Parks
9th February 2025
2 mins read

New Parking Fees at Leeds Parks Aimed at Funding Improved Facilities

Leeds City Council has announced the introduction of parking fees at five of its most popular parks starting 10 February, in a move to secure funding for improved park facilities. Leeds, a vibrant city in the heart of West Yorkshire, is renowned not only for its rich industrial history and cultural heritage but also…
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Dead Plant Society
31st January 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Museum Project Revitalizes Centuries-Old Antique Plants

Thanks to an intriguing environmental history project in Leeds, hundreds of thousands of antique plants and flowers that have been carefully preserved for centuries are set to be revitalized. Collected over the past 200 years by botanists and horticulturalists, these precious specimens, primarily gathered from parks and grasslands in east Leeds, are stored at…
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