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Police target anti-social drivers following noise and road safety complaints

A police operation has targeted anti-social vehicle use, dangerous driving and the misuse of fireworks in the Dick Lane area. Officers from Bradford East NPT...
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Armley residents encouraged to join community litter picks

By Helen Fay The members of Armley & New Wortley's Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board are organising three community litter picks to take place over...
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Married magician couple bring new show to Farsley

A husband-and-wife pair of magicians who once rejected the idea of performing together are bringing their comedy magic show to Farsley. Alan and Kat Hudson...
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Police praise for victims after rapist Dale Knights is jailed

Police have praised the victims of a Leeds rapist who 'has shown no remorse' for his actions. Dale Knights, aged 33, of Kirkstall Lane, was...
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Community prepares for Bramley Scarecrow Festival 2026

A popular Bramley event is aiming to bring the community together for some Hallowe'en scarecrow fun. Bramley Scarecrow Festival is hosting a Family Halloween Crafts...
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Bramley Baths Book Club celebrates first birthday success

By Iola Shaw Bramley Baths' Book Club had its first birthday celebration on Monday evening. In addition to a lively discussion about this month's book...
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Thanksgiving service remembers Bramley community stalwart Linda Craven

A service of thanksgiving for the life of Linda Craven was held at St Peter’s Church in Bramley.  A ‘quarter peal’ was rung on...
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Pudsey Community Project hosts ‘People’s Emergency briefing’

By Gary Lemal A public viewing of the "People's Emergency Briefing" was held at Pudsey Community Project earlier this week, one of over 3,000 showings...
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Armley

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Armley exhibition showcases ‘Men on the Margins’

By Helen Fay As part of the annual Heritage Open Days events running at St Bartholomew's Church in Armley, an exhibition was held showcasing the...
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Armley Lantern Parade sets 2026 date and workshops

By Maria Lee Armley Lantern Parade is returning for 2026 - and it's offering another chance to bring the community together. This year's event will happen...
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Bramley

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Community prepares for Bramley Scarecrow Festival 2026

A popular Bramley event is aiming to bring the community together for some Hallowe'en scarecrow fun. Bramley Scarecrow Festival is hosting a Family Halloween Crafts...
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Bramley Baths Book Club celebrates first birthday success

By Iola Shaw Bramley Baths' Book Club had its first birthday celebration on Monday evening. In addition to a lively discussion about this month's book...
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Burley

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Green light for marina outbuilding plans

By John Baron Council planners have approved a new multi-purpose outbuilding at Aire Valley Marina, off the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The building replaces an existing...
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Former Burley Park Centre building to be auctioned

By John Baron The former Burley Park Centre is set to be sold on the open market by auction, a council report has confirmed. The building...
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Calverley

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Calverley & Farsley 2026 by-election: Candidate statements

People living in Calverley & Farsley ward will go to the polls to elect a new councillor to represent them on Leeds City Council. The...
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Land gets ‘village green’ status after seven-year wait

By Don Mort, local democracy reporting service A community recreation site will get protected “village green” status after a seven-year campaign by nearby residents. Part of...
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Farnley

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Farnley: Legal letter leads to concerns over future of green belt land and footpath

By John Baron Householders in Farnley have been given 21 days' notice to block up gates leading from their back gardens onto a field containing...
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Farnley & Wortley councillor to stand down in May

By John Baron Labour's Adrian McCluskey has announced he will be standing down as a Farnley & Wortley ward councillor at next May's local election. Councillor...
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Farsley

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Married magician couple bring new show to Farsley

A husband-and-wife pair of magicians who once rejected the idea of performing together are bringing their comedy magic show to Farsley. Alan and Kat Hudson...
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Parking restriction objection overturned as Bramley & Stanningley scheme gets green light

By John Baron Council highways chiefs have overruled an objection to new markings at a busy West Leeds junction, and will move forward with 12...
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Horsforth

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Horsforth St Margaret’s back on track against Boroughbridge

Horsforth 5-1 Boroughbridge  - match report by Sam Gillinder Horsforth St Margaret’s produced a performance against Boroughbridge that proves they have been underachieving this season.   Here...
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Vineyard is a secret haven for wine lovers of Horsforth

By Jill Stocks There are 19 vineyards in Yorkshire and happily one of those is on our doorstep. Situated in a quiet corner next to Horsforth...
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Kirkstall

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Police praise for victims after rapist Dale Knights is jailed

Police have praised the victims of a Leeds rapist who 'has shown no remorse' for his actions. Dale Knights, aged 33, of Kirkstall Lane, was...
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Abbey Road gas mains work to start

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, has begun essential work in Kirkstall to replace the ageing metal pipework...
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Pudsey

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Police target anti-social drivers following noise and road safety complaints

A police operation has targeted anti-social vehicle use, dangerous driving and the misuse of fireworks in the Dick Lane area. Officers from Bradford East NPT...
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Pudsey Community Project hosts ‘People’s Emergency briefing’

By Gary Lemal A public viewing of the "People's Emergency Briefing" was held at Pudsey Community Project earlier this week, one of over 3,000 showings...
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Rodley

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Parking restriction objection overturned as Bramley & Stanningley scheme gets green light

By John Baron Council highways chiefs have overruled an objection to new markings at a busy West Leeds junction, and will move forward with 12...
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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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Stanningley

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10 photos as Sir Kevin Sinfield runs through West Leeds for Motor Neurone Disease charities

Photos: Kelvin Wakefield West Leeds residents came out in force to welcome Sir Kevin Sinfield as he continued his endurance challenge to raise funds for...
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Tell us your news and join us for a cuppa at latest WLD community news cafe

By Jean Hollings Do you have a story you'd like to share? Would you like to know more about West Leeds Dispatch? You are welcome...
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Wortley

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Farnley & Wortley councillor to stand down in May

By John Baron Labour's Adrian McCluskey has announced he will be standing down as a Farnley & Wortley ward councillor at next May's local election. Councillor...
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Green light for new fencing at Wortley park

By John Baron New security fencing will help protect Western Flatts Cliff Park in Wortley after councillors agreed to fund the improvements. Members of the Outer...
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