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Mural: Appeal to help bring Bramley’s heritage to life

An artist is being sought to help bring Bramley’s stories, memories and heritage to life in a new mural at Bramley Baths. As part of...
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New Pudsey Town Hall owner: “We will be mindful of its history and sentiments of community”

By Don Mort, local democracy reporting service Additional reporting: John Baron, WLD editor The new owner of Pudsey Town Hall has pledged to 'carefully consider' the...
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Sunshine at late summer social gathering in Armley

By Andy Dalton There were not enough chairs to sit on for the numbers of people who turned up to the Late Summer Open Afternoon...
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Photos show Horsforth Green Festival bringing colour to town

Words & photos: Kelvin Wakefield Horsforth Green Festival took place in the sunshine on Sunday, 20 September, with music, community, and sustainability at the heart...
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Leeds Baby Bank launches urgent appeal as demand soars

Leeds Baby Bank today launched an urgent appeal for donations as the charity struggles to meet record demand for its services.  The charity, based off...
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West Leeds weekly roundup: 20 September 2026

By John Baron Welcome to our latest handy five-minute Sunday roundup capturing what’s been happening in West Leeds during the past week. It's been a slightly...
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Councillors to decide contested Bramley off licence application

By John Baron Councillors are set to decide whether to grant a premises licence for a new mini market and off licence in Bramley. Members of...
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10 photos capture Gott’s Park Mansion open day

Words & photos: Kelvin Wakefield On Saturday afternoon, Gott's Park Mansion opened its doors as part of the Heritage Open Days scheme. The event was...
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Armley

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Sunshine at late summer social gathering in Armley

By Andy Dalton There were not enough chairs to sit on for the numbers of people who turned up to the Late Summer Open Afternoon...
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Leeds Baby Bank launches urgent appeal as demand soars

Leeds Baby Bank today launched an urgent appeal for donations as the charity struggles to meet record demand for its services.  The charity, based off...
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Bramley

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Mural: Appeal to help bring Bramley’s heritage to life

An artist is being sought to help bring Bramley’s stories, memories and heritage to life in a new mural at Bramley Baths. As part of...
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Councillors to decide contested Bramley off licence application

By John Baron Councillors are set to decide whether to grant a premises licence for a new mini market and off licence in Bramley. Members of...
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Burley

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Lifesaving alcohol and drug service maintains ‘outstanding’ service

"I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the staff. They have saved my life," was one of the comments shared with inspectors during...
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Women writers unite for charity poetry showcase at Cardigan Arms

A collective of female and non-binary poets and spoken word artists will come together for a powerful afternoon of poetry, storytelling and community fundraising...
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Calverley

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£9.6 million Woodhall Sports Hub welcomes first players

Grassroots sport in West Leeds has been given a champion boost with the opening of a multi-million pound community football facility. The finishing touches...
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By-election date confirmed for Calverley & Farsley ward

By John Baron Leeds City Council has confirmed a by-election will be held in the Calverley and Farsley ward on Thursday, 22 October 2026. The vacancy...
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Farnley

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Heavy Woollen Cup joy for New Farnley Cricket Club

By Noel Bullock New Farnley bounced back from their recent Priestley Cup final defeat as they lifted the Heavy Woollen Cup for a sixth time...
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First Farnley Fest brings community together

By Peter Allison Farnley Community Centre’s first-ever Farnley Fest has been hailed a huge success after around 380 people came together for an afternoon of...
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Farsley

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FC Farsley progress in cup against Stanningley Old Boys

By John Baron FC Farsley eased themselves into the next round of the Leeds & District FA Saturday Senior Challenge Cup with a comprehensive 7-2 win...
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West Leeds boxers highlight their skills at ‘Unfinished Business’ show

By James Bovington Those who enjoy seeing local boxers display their skills and progress in the sport are well served in Leeds - as shown...
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Horsforth

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Photos show Horsforth Green Festival bringing colour to town

Words & photos: Kelvin Wakefield Horsforth Green Festival took place in the sunshine on Sunday, 20 September, with music, community, and sustainability at the heart...
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Horsforth St Margaret’s show supreme grit to edge out Leeds Modernians

By Sam Gillinder Horsforth St Margaret’s showed some real grit to beat Leeds Modernians 2-0 in their first Leeds and District FA Cup encounter of...
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Kirkstall

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In photos: Bramley sunshine and Abbey spookiness in mid September

It's getting closer to that time of the year again - or at least, we're a month and a half away from Halloween! Photographer Susan...
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Councillors fund £10k Kirkstall Neighbourhood Plan and minibuses

By John Baron Councillors have agreed to fund £10,000 for writing the long-awaited Kirkstall Neighbourhood Plan - and a further grant towards new minibuses for...
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Pudsey

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New Pudsey Town Hall owner: “We will be mindful of its history and sentiments of community”

By Don Mort, local democracy reporting service Additional reporting: John Baron, WLD editor The new owner of Pudsey Town Hall has pledged to 'carefully consider' the...
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Pudsey Town Hall sale confirmed to Manchester-based developer

By John Baron The sale of Pudsey Town Hall to a Manchester-based property developer has this week been confirmed by local councillors. Property and investment company...
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Rodley

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Ring Road footbridge plans delayed due to rising costs

By John Baron Ambitious plans for a pedestrian footbridge over the A6120 outer ring road have been delayed due to rising costs, Leeds City Council...
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In photos: Canal offers welcome shade in Rodley

There's talk of another heatwave this week as the hot summer continues. Photographer Susan Tellum has again been out and abut with her camera capturing...
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Stanningley

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Demolition green light brings McDonald’s Stanningley development a step closer

By John Baron Plans to demolish the former Infinity Metals office building in Stanningley have been approved to Leeds City Council. The demolition of the two-storey...
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West Leeds councillor appointed to senior transport and planning role

By Don Mort, local democracy reporting service The city’s Labour group has announced a new executive member for transport and planning following a councillor’s resignation. Bramley...
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Wortley

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Centenary celebrations in full swing for West Leeds RUFC

West Leeds RUFC is celebrating 100 years since it formed in 1926 with a series of events. A grand reunion buffet lunch is planned at...
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Upgrade for “degraded” Wortley industrial site

By Don Mort, Local Democracy Reporting Service People living near a dilapidated warehouse will see an improvement to their street after upgrade plans were approved. Manufacturing...
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