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Lord Mayor of Leeds
23rd May 2025
2 mins read

Councillor Dan Cohen Appointed 131st Lord Mayor of Leeds

Councillor Dan Cohen has been officially appointed as the new Lord Mayor of Leeds during Leeds City Council’s annual general meeting. Succeeding Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung, Councillor Dan Cohen becomes the 131st individual to hold the prestigious role. Accompanying him throughout his mayoral year will be his wife, Mrs. Elayna Cohen, who will serve…
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Leeds Rhinos Chief Executive Gary Hetherington with sports broadcaster and event co-host Tanya Arnold.
23rd May 2025
2 mins read

Champion Spirit Shines at 2025 Leeds Sports Awards

Hosted at the Carriageworks Theatre and organised by Sport Leeds in partnership with Leeds City Council, the 2025 ceremony honoured the outstanding achievements of athletes, coaches, volunteers, and sporting contributors from across the city. From grassroots to elite levels, the event celebrated individuals of all ages and abilities, with nearly 20 awards presented to…
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Leeds Dortmund Square
23rd May 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Celebrates German Ties with Visit to Dortmund Square

German dignitaries visiting Leeds for UKREiiF took time to visit Dortmund Square this week, highlighting the city’s ongoing commitment to its twinning relationship with Dortmund in North Rhine-Westphalia. The German Honorary Consul, Regina Rosenthal, and Christian Klose, Investor Support Manager at the Economic Development Agency Dortmund, were welcomed to the city centre site by…
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Wildlife World
23rd May 2025
4 mins read

Free and Low-Cost Things to Do in Leeds

Looking for fun on a budget this May half term? From playful gnome hunts to hands-on heritage festivals, we’ve rounded up some of the best free and low-cost family activities happening across Leeds. Gnomes Galore at Abbey House Museum The gnomes have gone rogue! These cheeky characters have escaped and are now hiding throughout…
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Tropical World Leeds
23rd May 2025
1 min read

Tropical World Welcomes Two Surprise Meerkat Babies

Last month, eleven-year-old meerkat Soya Bean gave birth to two pups, much to the excitement of keepers at the Leeds zoo attraction. The babies, born on 21 April, have already begun venturing out, with proud mum Soya Bean eager to introduce them to the world – far earlier than expected. A familiar face at…
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Mockingbird Hub Anniversary
23rd May 2025
3 mins read

Foster Carers Celebrate 10 Years of Lifeline Support in Leeds

A Leeds foster carer has praised the ‘invaluable’ support offered by a pioneering peer network, as the city marks 10 years of the transformative Mockingbird fostering model. Launched in Leeds in 2015, the Mockingbird hub model connects foster families with a dedicated and experienced ‘hub home carer’ who offers practical advice, emotional support, and…
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Royal Visit - 15 May Bradford Live_©Tom Arber
16th May 2025
3 mins read

Bradford Live Gets The Royal Seal Of Approval

His Majesty King Charles and Her Majesty Queen Camilla recently visited Bradford’s newest entertainment venue, Bradford Live, to meet performers and creatives involved in Bradford 2025 and to celebrate the region’s designation as UK City of Culture. Their Majesties were greeted on arrival by a special performance from eight musicians of Paraorchestra, a pioneering…
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Charlotte and Matthew Harrison, who tied the knot in Temple Newsam House’s stunning Picture Gallery.
16th May 2025
3 mins read

Historic Love Story Comes Full Circle as Couple Marries in Temple Newsam House’s Picture Gallery

When Charlotte and Matthew Harrison exchanged their vows in the magnificent Picture Gallery of Temple Newsam House, they became part of a romance that spanned more than a century. Their historic wedding marked the first marriage ceremony held in the strikingly beautiful gallery in over 100 years. The Picture Gallery, initially designed centuries ago…
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Spire Harrogate Clinic
16th May 2025
1 min read

Spire Clinic Invests £3.5m to Expand MRI Diagnostic Capabilities

Spire Harrogate Clinic has invested £3.5 million in cutting-edge diagnostic technology, significantly expanding access to MRI services for people in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. With capacity for up to 4,800 MRI appointments annually, the clinic now offers same-day appointments where available — enabling faster, more accurate diagnoses, earlier treatment planning, and greater peace…
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An image showing plans for the Middlecross extra care housing scheme.
16th May 2025
3 mins read

Construction Begins on Leeds Extra Care Housing Scheme

Construction has officially begun on a new extra care housing scheme in Leeds, designed to foster independent living for older residents. The innovative Middlecross development, located in Armley, will provide 65 modern, energy-efficient apartments tailored specifically for residents aged 55 and older who require additional care and support. Leeds City Council is spearheading this…
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BBQs
16th May 2025
2 mins read

BBQ Ban Reminder Issued for Leeds Parks as Summer Temperatures Rise

As summer temperatures rise in Leeds, park visitors are being reminded that barbecues are not allowed in any of the city’s parks or green spaces. The ban is in place to help protect the natural environment and the wildlife that call it home. However, visitors are still very welcome to enjoy picnics in the…
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Copper and Green
16th May 2025
1 min read

Celebrate World Bee Day with Copper & Green’s Handcrafted Copper Bee Drinkers – A Gift for Nature’s Hardest Workers

With World Bee Day on 20th May fast approaching, it’s time to shine a spotlight on one of nature’s most essential, yet often overlooked, Heroes: the bee. These tireless pollinators are behind more than 75% of the world’s food crop production and are vital to preserving global biodiversity. In honour of their indispensable role,…
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The Arium
16th May 2025
1 min read

How a Potting Robot is Brightening Leeds’ Streets

A state-of-the-art potting robot at The Arium is preparing two million spring and summer plants to brighten streets and public spaces across Leeds. The Arium, run by Leeds City Council, is the largest local authority garden centre and plant nursery in the UK. Most of the plants sold and displayed across the city are…
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Victory in Europe (VE) Day
27th April 2025
3 mins read

Celebrate, Commemorate and Reflect: 80 Days of VE and VJ in Leeds

In 2025, Leeds will proudly join the nation in marking a historic milestone: the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day. Under the banner ‘Celebrate, Commemorate, and Reflect: 80 Days of VE and VJ in Leeds’, the city will honour the sacrifices, resilience, and triumphs of a…
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Leeds United
27th April 2025
2 mins read

Leeds United Celebrate Their Return to the Premier League

Leeds United supporters are exultant as their team makes a triumphant return to the Premier League following an enthralling 2024/25 season. Driven by a year filled with determination, resilience, and exceptional performances, Leeds have successfully clinched a promotion back to the top tier of English football. Under the leadership of manager Daniel Farke, the…
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