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Calverley Old Hall wins at RICS Yorkshire and Humber regional awards

A Grade I listed former manor house in West Leeds has won the prestigious 'Heritage' prize at a ceremony in Harrogate. Projects went head-to-head at the...
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Councillors to consider Kirkstall lighting bid

Councillors are being asked to approve a £9,432 scheme to install new lighting make a Kirkstall playground and its surrounding area safer. The Kirkstall Village...
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Kirkstall Arts Trail expansion boosted by developer’s donation

A thriving West Leeds community arts event is raising its ambitions thanks to new funding from the developer behind a proposed residential development at...
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Bramley Villagers boxers prepare for Saturday showdowns

By James Bovington Boxers at Bramley Villagers Club are looking forward to showcasing their skills on their home show at the club on Saturday afternoon...
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MP celebrates Banking School graduates at Leeds ceremony

Global Banking School (GBS) celebrated the achievements of more than 1,000 graduates at its Leeds ceremonies this week, marking the first time the higher education provider has held a dedicated graduation ceremony...
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Kirkstall Valley Farm prepares for fifth birthday party

By Rhian Williams As I write this, it's almost the longest day of the year, the summer solstice. It's traditional to have almost all your...
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Appeal for Kirkstall Art Trail volunteers

Can you spare a couple of hours on 18 and 19 July? Kirkstall Art Trail is looking for volunteers to help with setting up...
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Friends of Burley Park celebrate successful year

A group of West Leeds volunteers are set to report on a 'phenomenally successful' year of improving their local park. The Friends of Burley Park...
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Armley

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Armley: Community comes together for Pride in Place launch

By John Baron The crowds made the most of the hot weather, free ice creams, burgers and a bouncy castle at the official launch of...
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Mental health research project launches in LS12

By Helen Fay A mental health researcher is looking for men and women living in LS12 to help with his studies.  Ben Gregory is a PhD...
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Bramley

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Bramley Villagers boxers prepare for Saturday showdowns

By James Bovington Boxers at Bramley Villagers Club are looking forward to showcasing their skills on their home show at the club on Saturday afternoon...
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Youngsters to have their say on activities in Bramley and Stanningley

By Christopher Pratt Young people aged between five and 15 in Bramley, Stanningley and surrounding areas are being invited to join a fun and engaging...
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Burley

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Friends of Burley Park celebrate successful year

A group of West Leeds volunteers are set to report on a 'phenomenally successful' year of improving their local park. The Friends of Burley Park...
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Support on offer as summer student changeover period begins

With many student tenancies in Burley and Kirkstall coming to an end this month, students and their landlords across Leeds are being offered a...
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Calverley

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Calverley Old Hall wins at RICS Yorkshire and Humber regional awards

A Grade I listed former manor house in West Leeds has won the prestigious 'Heritage' prize at a ceremony in Harrogate. Projects went head-to-head at the...
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Fun and games at Calverley Carnival

By Anne Akers The sun came out for this year's Calverley Carnival. Hundreds flocked to the show at Victoria Park, where entertainment included Calverley Community...
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Farnley

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MP celebrates Banking School graduates at Leeds ceremony

Global Banking School (GBS) celebrated the achievements of more than 1,000 graduates at its Leeds ceremonies this week, marking the first time the higher education provider has held a dedicated graduation ceremony...
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New project aims to strengthen community life in Farnley and Wortley

By John Baron A project to strengthen community life in Farnley and Wortley has been set up - and its first act could be to...
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Farsley

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Community projects and services could net funding at Outer West Community Committee

Closed circuit television cameras, community projects and festive light switch ons are among the projects seeking funding from councillors sitting on the Outer West...
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Farsley woman lands London DJ gig with TikTok star

A Farsley woman who played her first public DJ set just a year ago has landed a dream gig in London after being selected...
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Horsforth

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20 photos capture the fun of Horsforth Festival

The crowds came out and made the most of a hot and sunny day in Horsforth Hall Park for the eagerly anticipated Horsforth Festival. Photographer...
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Crowds gather at Horsforth music festival

The sun shone for the hundreds who gathered for Horsforth Sports Club community and music festival and enjoyed great food and drink and great...
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Kirkstall

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Councillors to consider Kirkstall lighting bid

Councillors are being asked to approve a £9,432 scheme to install new lighting make a Kirkstall playground and its surrounding area safer. The Kirkstall Village...
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Kirkstall Arts Trail expansion boosted by developer’s donation

A thriving West Leeds community arts event is raising its ambitions thanks to new funding from the developer behind a proposed residential development at...
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Pudsey

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Pudsey: Petrol station 24-hour alcohol sales application to be debated

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter A Pudsey petrol station's application for round-the-clock alcohol sales is facing opposition. Fears have been raised over potential noise and...
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Volunteers at LS28 Repair Cafe on hand to offer help

West Leeds residents are being urged to make use of LS28 Repair Cafe offering to repair small household items. The monthly repair cafe is at...
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Rodley

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Rodley playgroup celebrates 45 years

By Rebecca Tait Vicky Ellis and Linda Broadbent have been providing a safe space for families within the village since 1981. In that time, Rodley...
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World record attempt by Rodley runner

By Anne Akers Rodley runner and Horsforth Harrier Ciaran Forde had a world record in his sights when he set off on the Leeds Half...
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Stanningley

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Youngsters to have their say on activities in Bramley and Stanningley

By Christopher Pratt Young people aged between five and 15 in Bramley, Stanningley and surrounding areas are being invited to join a fun and engaging...
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Photos: Mill Gallery’s ‘Open Exhibition’ draws artists from across UK

Words and photos by Paul Abraham A new exhibition and a new gallery layout brought artists and art lovers from around the county to the...
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Wortley

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MP celebrates Banking School graduates at Leeds ceremony

Global Banking School (GBS) celebrated the achievements of more than 1,000 graduates at its Leeds ceremonies this week, marking the first time the higher education provider has held a dedicated graduation ceremony...
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New project aims to strengthen community life in Farnley and Wortley

By John Baron A project to strengthen community life in Farnley and Wortley has been set up - and its first act could be to...
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