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Green Party reclaim Farnley & Wortley ward in by-election – reaction

Returning Farnley and Wortley councillor David Blackburn has said he is 'honoured' to be able to represent the ward again. As reported by WLD, the...
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Bonfire night, crime and Bramley Baths on agenda at forum

Proposals to minimise anti-social behaviour around Bonfire Night will be discussed by police at the next Bramley & Stanningley Forum meeting. There will also be...
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Top blues rock bands hit right notes at Old Woollen

Guests were entertained on Thursday night at The Old Woollen, Farsley, by the country’s two top blues rock bands. Ivor Hughes was among them. Nine...
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A joyful event: Conversation Cafe visits Meanwood Valley Urban Farm!

By Rebecca Hunter Every Friday at New Wortley Community Centre we hold Conversation cafe - a safe space for women who want to improve their...
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Farsley Celtic face Kettering in ‘massive’ FA Cup tie

Farsley Celtic face a monumental FA Cup clash with Kettering Town at Nethermoor Park on Saturday with the winner earning a place in the...
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Farnley & Wortley by-election result: Green Party’s David Blackburn retakes seat

The Farnley & Wortley by-election was won by the Green Party's David Blackburn. The Green Party candidate regained the seat he lost to Labour in...
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More people in crisis getting help after launch of NHS 111 mental health option

On World Mental Health Day (Thursday 10 October 2024) the NHS in Leeds is reminding local people about the help available if they are...
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Diving in to the next 120 years at historic Bramley Baths

The Lord Mayor of Leeds will be helping Bramley Baths to celebrate 120 years of serving the community and its position as Leeds’s last...
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Armley

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A joyful event: Conversation Cafe visits Meanwood Valley Urban Farm!

By Rebecca Hunter Every Friday at New Wortley Community Centre we hold Conversation cafe - a safe space for women who want to improve their...
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Do you want to obtain skills in a new and interesting way at HMP Leeds?

Are you looking for a career change but lack the relevant work experience? Or are you searching for ways to meet new people and...
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Bramley

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Bonfire night, crime and Bramley Baths on agenda at forum

Proposals to minimise anti-social behaviour around Bonfire Night will be discussed by police at the next Bramley & Stanningley Forum meeting. There will also be...
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Diving in to the next 120 years at historic Bramley Baths

The Lord Mayor of Leeds will be helping Bramley Baths to celebrate 120 years of serving the community and its position as Leeds’s last...
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Burley

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Leeds council could stop running 12 Little Owls nurseries

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter The council is set to pull out of running a dozen nurseries - including Bramley, Burley Park and Hawksworth...
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Leeds art exhibition challenges mental health stigma – via ‘Burley Park Beach’

Launching on World Mental Health Day, the Arts and Minds Network is celebrating its 19th anniversary with its ‘Spotlight’ art exhibition. Aiming to challenge...
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Calverley

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Visitors flock to see newly-renovated Calverley Old Hall

By Anne Akers More than 500 people came to Calverley to see the £1.75million transformation of the Old Hall after it was officially opened by...
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Calverley Old Hall open day on Sunday

By Anne Akers Calverley's newly-renovated Old Hall will be on show to locals on Sunday (6 October) with activities, crafts and the chance to have...
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Farnley

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Green Party reclaim Farnley & Wortley ward in by-election – reaction

Returning Farnley and Wortley councillor David Blackburn has said he is 'honoured' to be able to represent the ward again. As reported by WLD, the...
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Farnley & Wortley by-election result: Green Party’s David Blackburn retakes seat

The Farnley & Wortley by-election was won by the Green Party's David Blackburn. The Green Party candidate regained the seat he lost to Labour in...
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Farsley

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Top blues rock bands hit right notes at Old Woollen

Guests were entertained on Thursday night at The Old Woollen, Farsley, by the country’s two top blues rock bands. Ivor Hughes was among them. Nine...
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Ian Rankin and Kate Mosse to appear at third edition of Farsley Lit Fest

The third edition of The Farsley Literature Festival is due to begin this week, kicking off a bumper six-week programme of thoughtfully-curated events from Tuesday, 8...
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Farsley Celtic

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Farsley Celtic face Kettering in ‘massive’ FA Cup tie

Farsley Celtic face a monumental FA Cup clash with Kettering Town at Nethermoor Park on Saturday with the winner earning a place in the...
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Committed Farsley Celtic battle to 0-0 draw at Chester

By John Baron A battling and resolute defensive performance saw Farsley Celtic secure a well-earned point at promotion-chasing Chester. On paper it's not a game travelling...
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Kirkstall

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Leeds council could stop running 12 Little Owls nurseries

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter The council is set to pull out of running a dozen nurseries - including Bramley, Burley Park and Hawksworth...
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Kirkstall Morrisons: Vehicle charging plans submitted for car park

Plans for a new electric vehicle charging zone and jet wash bays in the car park at Kirkstall Morrisons have been submitted to Leeds...
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Pudsey

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Council chiefs prepare to enter £1.6m agreement over new Swinnow council housing

Plans for 82 new local authority homes in Swinnow has moved a step closer reality, after council chiefs agreed to move ahead with the...
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Bradford Council ‘favours Pudsey’ mass transit route

By Chris Young, local democracy reporter A long-closed railway line between Bradford and Pudsey should be brought back into use as a state-of-the-art tram route as...
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Rodley

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Rodley: Green light for supported accommodation plan

Plans to convert a semi-detached house on a Rodley cul-de-sac into supported accommodation for three people has been approved, despite concerns over parking. Applicant Amethyst247support wants to...
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Rodley: Supported accommodation proposal goes before planners

Plans to convert a Rodley semi-detached house into supported accommodation for three people will be considered by councillors next week. Applicant Amethyst247support wants to change...
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Stanningley

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Bramley councillor’s pride over council “doing the right thing by veterans”

A Bramley & Stanningley councillor has spoken of his pride after Leeds City Council brought military compensation fully into line with civilian awards in...
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Friends of Stanningley Park prepare for lantern parade

By Carol Hodgson Come and join Friends of Stanningley Park for their inaugural community lantern parade on Friday 1 November 2024. There will be live music from...
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Wortley

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Green Party reclaim Farnley & Wortley ward in by-election – reaction

Returning Farnley and Wortley councillor David Blackburn has said he is 'honoured' to be able to represent the ward again. As reported by WLD, the...
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Farnley & Wortley by-election result: Green Party’s David Blackburn retakes seat

The Farnley & Wortley by-election was won by the Green Party's David Blackburn. The Green Party candidate regained the seat he lost to Labour in...
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