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Leeds Bradford Airport is at the heart of a new £1.5 million government-backed study into producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), in a move that could pave...

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“If you are diagnosed with dementia, it is still possible to live”

October 2, 2025

By Noelle Williamson As Rachael Kelley of the Leeds Beckett Centre for Dementia Research explained earlier this week, the Lived Experience Group aims to improve...

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Council and police block Burley Road Hallowe’en house party

October 1, 2025

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter A Hallowe'en house party looks set to be cancelled after the council and police were spooked by the idea. A...

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Farsley: Villagers celebrate restaurant owner’s shop parade purchase

October 1, 2025

By John Baron Villagers have spoken of their joy after a Farsley restaurant owner and entrepreneur bought a parade of shops in a bid to...

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Armley: Community centre closing date revealed – organisation set to move

October 1, 2025

A lifeline organisation supporting older people in Armley is set to move its services when its current base closes later this year. As previously reported,...

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Armley

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Armley: Community centre closing date revealed – organisation set to move

October 1, 2025

A lifeline organisation supporting older people in Armley is set to move its services when its current base closes later this year. As previously reported,...

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Dance Music Archive put on a party at Armley’s Project House

September 29, 2025

By Sam Gillinder Dance Music Archive hosted an epic party dubbed the “end of summer BBQ” at the Project House in Armley. Dance music archives, run...

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Bramley

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Nature-loving Bramley boy gets Sir David Attenborough surprise

September 30, 2025

By David Nesham A nature loving schoolboy from Bramley who wrote to a TV legend says he is both surprised and delighted with the hand...

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Bramley: Coffee morning raises Macmillan cash

September 30, 2025

By Dianne Craven Volunteers at Bramley Baptist Church, on Hough Lane, invited the community to join them for their annual coffee morning in aid...

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Burley

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Burley: New 5G mast blocked by council

October 2, 2025

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter Plans for a 20-metre mobile phone mast on a busy highway have been blocked after road safety concerns were...

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Council and police block Burley Road Hallowe’en house party

October 1, 2025

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter A Hallowe'en house party looks set to be cancelled after the council and police were spooked by the idea. A...

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Calverley

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Ring Road improvements completed – new bridge work set for 2026

September 25, 2025

By Harry Ward Highway improvements have been completed between Horsforth and Pudsey as part of a £23m scheme to upgrade the Leeds outer ring road. The...

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‘There are places I can go if I’m struggling with my memory’

September 24, 2025

Community Noelle Williamson's third article looking at memory cafes and dementia support in West Leeds features an interview with Rachael Kelly about her intentions...

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Farnley

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Farnley: Listed 17th century barn to become home

September 28, 2025

A grade II listed barn in Farnley will be converted into housing, after fresh plans were approved by Leeds City Council planners. Applicant Karl Shaw,...

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West Leeds communities net £40m regeneration funding

September 25, 2025

By John Baron Communities including Armley and Farnley will be boosted by a multi-million fund over the next ten years, the government has announced today. The...

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Farsley

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Farsley: Villagers celebrate restaurant owner’s shop parade purchase

October 1, 2025

By John Baron Villagers have spoken of their joy after a Farsley restaurant owner and entrepreneur bought a parade of shops in a bid to...

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Farsley’s annual community bonfire – times and tickets revealed

October 1, 2025

Leeds City Council may not be running their usual civic bonfires in places like Bramley Park any more, but FC Farsley is inviting you...

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Horsforth

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Horsforth: Precept to rise as work continues on new community hub

October 2, 2025

By John Baron Householders living in Horsforth will pay extra precept over the next two financial years to help cover the costs of creating a...

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£1.5 million project fuels green jet vision at Leeds Bradford Airport

October 2, 2025

Leeds Bradford Airport is at the heart of a new £1.5 million government-backed study into producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), in a move that could pave...

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Kirkstall

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Drag Bingo lands in Horsforth with Kirkstall Brewery backing and MESMAC support

October 1, 2025

By Craig Timson Horsforth’s Old King’s Arms is launching a brand-new drag bingo series this autumn – and this time it’s indoors, rain-proof, and backed...

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Kirkstall Leisure Centre changing rooms set for improvements

September 28, 2025

'Grim' changing facilities at Kirkstall Leisure Centre are to be refurbished following years of lobbying. Work is set to include existing fixtures and fittings being...

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Pudsey

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Reader’s letter: Help us find owner of this memento

September 26, 2025

Dear sir,- Morrisons Swinnow Lane, kindly helped Park Spring Primary School raise funds for Year 6 leavers' hoodies. It took place on Saturday, 20 September. Morrisons'...

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Ring Road improvements completed – new bridge work set for 2026

September 25, 2025

By Harry Ward Highway improvements have been completed between Horsforth and Pudsey as part of a £23m scheme to upgrade the Leeds outer ring road. The...

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Rodley

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New landscaping plans at proposed Rodley housing development

October 2, 2025

Fresh plans to build 67 new houses on the former Airedale Mills site in Rodley have been submitted to Leeds City Council for approval. The...

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Nature-loving Bramley boy gets Sir David Attenborough surprise

September 30, 2025

By David Nesham A nature loving schoolboy from Bramley who wrote to a TV legend says he is both surprised and delighted with the hand...

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Stanningley

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Playground improvements announced for Stanningley Park

September 17, 2025

Work has started on a package of much-needed improvements to the playground at Stanningley Park. improvements will see a new roundabout, repainting and repairs...

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New diversion revealed as Dawsons Corner work continues

September 2, 2025

Road users are being urged to prepare for delays as fresh works begin next month as part of the £44.179m Dawsons Corner and Stanningley...

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Wortley

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Armley: Community centre closing date revealed – organisation set to move

October 1, 2025

A lifeline organisation supporting older people in Armley is set to move its services when its current base closes later this year. As previously reported,...

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Farnley & Wortley Christmas lights among projects netting council funds

September 23, 2025

By John Baron Christmas is officially coming to the streets of Farnley and Wortley after councillors approved funding to install the ward's first official Christmas...

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