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Armley: Residents make “drop the knives” plea following 18-year-old’s death

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Incident: Hall Lane, Armley. Photo: Google

Armley residents have called on young people to stop carrying knives following the death of an 18-year-old man on Friday evening.

The incident happened just before 5.30pm on Friday evening, when two males in a taxi were attacked by three suspects in another vehicle.

An 18-year-old male was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later. Another male, aged 16, was taken to hospital with serious injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening. 

The incident comes just two weeks after Trust Gangata, a 17-year-old college student, was stabbed to death at a house party in Armley. Four men are awaiting trial after being charged with his murder.

Armley residents have taken to social media to express their shock.

One commenter said: “It’s time to drop the knives, put them away, this is getting too much.”

Another added: “Another life taken too soon, this has to stop. To happen so soon after the 17-year-old lost his life the other week… when will people ever learn?”

“This is happening too often,” said another. “So sad to hear that one’s sadly passed away. Praying the other lad recovers well also that the taxi driver is ok. Thoughts with family and friends.”

And another added: “It’s getting ridiculous now with the amount of stabbings. Need more police visible in the streets like it use to be. This government needs to start putting money in to the right places.”

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Lee Townley, said: “Extensive enquiries are being carried out in relation to this murder investigation. Our thoughts remain with the victim who has lost his life as a result of a violent attack on the streets of Leeds.

“This incident will undoubtably cause concern in the community and we are working with our colleagues in the neighbourhood policing team to step up patrols and provide extra reassurance.”

Hall Lane is still cordoned off this afternoon (Sunday) while police forensics continue to examine the area.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101 or use the online live chat, quoting log 1331 of 31 March. Information can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

West Leeds planning applications: 2 April 2023

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Each week we publish a list of the latest planning applications related to the six council wards in West Leeds.

The following new applications were published on the Leeds City Council website in the past seven days:

Armley Ward

Bramley & Stanningley Ward

  • None submitted.

Calverley & Farsley Ward

Farnley & Wortley Ward

Kirkstall Ward

Pudsey Ward

Decided applications

Here are the planning applications decided by Leeds City Council this week:

Armley Ward

Bramley & Stanningley Ward

Calverley & Farsley Ward

Farnley & Wortley Ward

  • None decided.

Kirkstall Ward

Pudsey Ward

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Shot-shy Farsley Celtic slip to Kidderminster defeat

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Farsley Celtic's Carlton Ubaezuono in action against Kidderminster. Photo: John McEvoy

By Kiaran Graham

Additional reporting: John Baron

Farsley Celtic slipped to their first home league defeat since November as Kidderminster Harriers ran out 1-0 winners at the Citadel.

A third-minute goal from Krystian Pearce was enough for the visitors to end a run of 10 games without a win, and leave the Celts a point above the drop zone.

Injury-hit Farsley will also face the final six games of the season without the injured Bobby Johnson and Luke Parkin, with recent loan signings Connor Dixon and Nat Wallace also out for the season.

They’ll be hoping Chris Atkinson’s departure in the 90th minute isn’t a serious injury. Isaac Assenso has returned to Farsley with a slight hamstring injury after a month’s loan at Guiseley.

Saturday was a cagey game on a tricky surface, with neither side creating many clear-cut chances.

It was the worst possible start for Farsley, who fell behind early on for the second-straight game. After Adam Clayton needlessly gave away a corner, Krystian Pearce headed home almost unchallenged from three yards out to put Kidderminster ahead.

It was shortly after that the first chance would fall to the home side after Andy Butler’s knockdown fell to Clayton, but his effort flew over the bar.

The Celts would come close again before the break when a Danny Devine strike from range took a wicked deflection to leave Harriers’ goalkeeper Christian Dibble scrambling, but he did just enough to push the ball to safety.

After the break, the visitors would set out to frustrate Farsley in their quest for a leveller, with clear-cut chances hard to find in a stop-start half.

Frank Mulhern would come closest to finding a leveller, as his free-kick from 25 yards out cannoned against the inside of the upright and to safety, with the Kidderminster keeper getting his finger nails to somehow keep it out.

At the other end, Kidderminster always remained a threat from Joe Leesley’s set-piece deliveries, and he created a chance for Kyle Morrison at the back post who nodded just wide of the upright.

In the final 20 minutes, Farsley began to step up the pressure on the Harriers’ back line without creating a clear-cut chance.

With the Celts pushing for the equaliser, there would always be a threat of the visitors striking on the counter, and Ashley Hemmings almost did so, denied by an excellent stop from Max Dearnley.

There would be a nervy moments for Kidderminster in added time, Sam Muggleton’s long throw-in causing problems in the box, but they would hold out against the toothless Celts’ route one efforts and secure all three points.

Farsley’s Theo Williams runs at the Kidderminster defence. Photo: John McEvoy

Critical period

Farsley Celtic face three games in six days which could well decide their fate this season. Tuesday see them entertain high-flying Brackley at The Citadel (7.45pm kick off) before a Good Friday trip to a Boston United side who have lost just once in their last 11 games (3pm kick off).

Easter Monday see The Celts entertain fellow strugglers Blyth Spartans (3pm) in a ‘six-pointer’ as the scramble to avoid relegation intensifies.

Match reaction

Farsley boss Russ Wilcox reckoned his team deserved something from the game, following a spirited second-half performance.

Line-ups

Farsley Celtic: Dearnley, Scales, Butroid, Devine, Butler ©, Clayton (Turner 82), Allan, Atkinson (Muggleton 90), Ubaezuonu (Syers 69), Mulhern, Williams. Subs not used: Jessop, Morgan.

Kidderminster Harriers: Dibble, Penny, Richards, Pearce, Morgan-Smith (Brown 90), Hemmings, Foulkes, Morrison, Lissimore, Bryne ©, Leesley. Subs not used: Palmer, Leak, Bearne, Hall.

Attendance: 395.

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Armley: Man, 18, dies in Hall Lane stabbing – updated

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Incident: Hall Lane, Armley. Photo: Google

A murder investigation has been launched after two males were stabbed on Hall Lane Brentwood Terrace in Armley. 

Officers were called at 5.29pm yesterday (31 March) by the ambulance service after two males had been seriously injured.

The 18-year-old male was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

Another male, aged 16, was taken to hospital with serious injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening. 

Detectives from the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are investigating, and police cordons are in place on Hall Lane and Brentwood Terrace and the surrounding area will undergo forensic examination and specialist searches. 

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Lee Townley of the Homicide and Major enquiry Team said: “Extensive enquiries are being carried out in relation to this murder investigation, our thoughts remain with the victim who has lost his life as a result of a violent attack on the streets of Leeds.

“We are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident. 

“What we do know is that the two males were in a taxi at the time when they were attacked by three suspects in another vehicle. 

“I would appeal urgently to anyone who was in the area last night, who may have dash cam footage, or CCTV or mobile phone footage of anything suspicious to come forward. 

“This incident will undoubtably cause concern in the community and we are working with our colleagues in the neighbourhood policing team to step up patrols and provide extra reassurance.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101 or use the online live chat, quoting log 1331 of 31 March. Information can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

It is the second stabbing incident in Armley in the past few weeks. On 18 March 17-year-old Trust Junior Jordan Gangata was killed at a house party in Salisbury Grove. A third incident happened on Armley Town Street in November.

Photo: Rachel Reeves MP visits Rodley Nature Reserve

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Rachel Reeves MP meets volunteers at Rodley Nature Reserve

Leeds West MP Rachel Reeves met with volunteers at Rodley Nature Reserve to hear about the problems they’ve encountered due to work at Moss Bridge, which links to the reserve.

Work began last January on replacing the old swing bridge, which provides a link to a planned new housing development at Airedale Mills and also provides easy access to both Rodley Cricket Club and Rodley Nature Reserve.

During the visit, Ms Reeves met with volunteers at the Reserve and discussed the need to ensure that they are adequately compensated for the disruption caused by the delay to the re-opening of the swing bridge.

She said she will continue to work closely with the Nature Reserve to ensure that any further issues with the bridge are addressed in good time.

Access via the new bridge has been restricted for the past two Wednesdays as engineers look to tackle ongoing snagging issues.

Detailed plans for 67 houses on the site were deferred by councillors last month to allow for further discussions between council officers and developers to take place. Issues included the layout and design of the site, off-site parking and the lack of a meaningful green space contribution. The application will not come back before councillors until May at earliest.

Preview: Farsley Celtic hope to continue ‘great escape’ from relegation against Kidderminster

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Theo Williams celebrates his opener against Darlington on Tuesday with fellow striker Frank Mulhern. Photo: John McEvoy.

Farsley Celtic welcome Kidderminster Harriers to the Citadel on Saturday, looking to build on the four points picked up in the last two outings.

The Celts picked up a point last time out against Peterborough Sports thanks to a dramatic late leveller from Frank Mulhern, a result that lifted Russ Wilcox’s side out of the drop zone.

Farsley sit just one point above the danger zone, with a game in hand on 21st-place Leamington, so a result against Kidderminster would be vital in the fight to avoid relegation.

Whilst Wilcox’s men were just minutes away from a first defeat at home since November 22, Mulhern’s last-gasp strike made it 11 home games without defeat.

The Celt Army can also take confidence from the fact they have tasted success against this weekend’s opponents, defeating Kidderminster 2-0 at Aggborough back in October.

The Harriers head to the Citadel on the back of a run in which they have struggled to get across the winning line, drawing five of their last six.

In fact, Russ Penn’s side last tasted victory on February 11, a run of nine games without a win.

Speaking after last weekend’s draw with Peterborough, Kian Scales said: “It’s massive, the home form, and our form in general recently has been very good.

“To keep getting points when we haven’t played brilliantly is massive, and if we keep doing that until the end of the season, I’m sure we’ll be where we want to be come the final game.”

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Silly sheep and bunnies provide Easter fun at Kirkstall Abbey and Abbey House

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Early spring flowers at Kirkstall Abbey. Photos: Susan Tellum

With Easter just around the corner, Visit Leeds has the lowdown on the top family-friendly things to do in Leeds – including a silly sheep round up and bunny takeover at Kirkstall Abbey.

To help anyone looking for fun things to do this Easter, destination management organisation for the city of Leeds, Visit Leeds has rounded up five of the most cracking things to do in and around the city. 

  • Leeds 2023 Waking the Artist Exhibition
  • 5th-8th April, Wade House, Merrion Centre
  • Price: free 

2023 marks Leeds’ year of culture in the city – an exciting time to visit – and there’s plenty on the billsheet for families to enjoy this Easter, including the Waking the Artist exhibition. Perfect for any budding artists, the exhibition brings over 300 artworks (created by residents of the city) to life in 3D in an immersive display. Expect to see forests made of hand-drawn trees, a giant woolly mammoth, and interactive books. Even better? Entry is totally free. 

  • Easter at Temple Newsam
  • 1st – 16th April 
  • Price: From £19 for a family ticket

One of Leeds majestic historic houses, Temple Newsam is a stunning Georgian property located just a few miles out of the city centre. There’s plenty to do at Temple Newsam this Easter, including bunny trails around the house and gardens and themed Easter crafts for your little ones to get stuck into. Temple Newsam also has an on-site farm that’s always a hit with little ones. With lambs, piglets, chicks and rabbits, Easter is a perfect time to meet these new springtime arrivals. 

  • Kirkstall Abbey and Abbey House: Silly sheep round up and bunny takeover
  • 1st – 16th April 
  • Price: From £11.25 for a family ticket

Another of Leeds’ famous landmarks, Kirkstall Abbey is home to some serious Easter fun this April. This year, rainbow, gingham and polka dot sheeps have descended upon the Abbey for the annual silly sheep roundup for some lighthearted family fun. And the nearby Abbey House museum has been taken over by bunnies this year. Expect to see grocer bunnies, bunny barmaids, snow bunnies and some famous faces like Peter Rabbit working in the museum, as well as bunny counting competitions, scavenger hunts and Easter crafts. Get on down for some hoppin’ good family fun! 

  • The Royal Armouries medieval Easter + jousting tournaments
  • 11th- 16th April. Jousting tournament 7th-10th April
  • Price: Entry free, jousting tournament from £5

One of Leeds’ many free museums, the Royal Armouries is the UK’s leading museum of arms and armour. Their Easter programme this year is inspired by the lives of the knights in the Middle Ages, with archery, sword fighting and extra special warrior showcases all on offer for visitors. And over the Bank Holiday weekend there’ll be a special international jousting tournament, with teams from Poland, USA and the UK battling it out in an exciting competition over four days to see who will reign supreme. 

  • Lotherton Hall: Wild about Lotherton
  • 1st – 16th April 2023
  • Price: £9 for an adult, £4.50 for children aged 5-18

One of Leeds’ most grand historic houses, Lotherton Hall’s Easter activities are all about embracing the wilderness. There’s special explorer trails happening around the museum, gardens and grounds and onsite Wildlife World, with nature-inspired crafts for little ones to enjoy. There’s also special activity stations for kids to make wildlife dens and learn about the wildlife they’ll see at Lotherton and at home – perfect for inquisitive adventurers. 

A spokesperson at Visit Leeds said: “We know many parents will be looking for ways to keep their little ones entertained this Easter, and we wanted to raise awareness of all the eggciting things happening in and around Leeds this year. From wilderness trails to egg hunts and even jousting, there’s something for kids of all ages to enjoy in Leeds this Easter.”

More Easter inspiration on the Visit Leeds website.

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New council housing moves nearer at former Swinnow school site

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Demolition work on the Hough Top site in January 2022. Photo: John Baron/West Leeds Dispatch

By John Baron

Plans to build new council houses on the former Hough Side High School site in Swinnow have moved a step closer to reality this week.

Council chiefs have given the green light to spend £533,000 – excluding VAT – to support the delivery of new-build council housing for the Hough Top Court scheme.

They have appointed property specialists Perfect Circle to oversee project management, and provide technical advisory and quantity surveying services ahead of a planning application being submitted later this year.

A council report approving the appointment adds: “The scheme will support the council’s ‘best city ambition’ through the provision of high quality, affordable, energy efficient housing which also supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities in the Pudsey Ward and across the city, as well as supporting tenants at risk of fuel poverty.”

Hough Side High School closed in August 1992 and Leeds City Council has earmarked the site for around 76 houses in its Site Allocations planning blueprint for Outer West Leeds.

Demolition of the school took place in late 2021 and early 2022 at a cost of £276,000, after being delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Number 9 bus service saved from axe as new operator steps in

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The number 9 bus route will soon include extra stops.

By John Baron

The lifeline number 9 Horsforth to White Rose Centre bus service has been saved, the company behind the rescue has revealed today.

The service had been under threat as one of the routes First West Yorkshire was planning to axe due to low passengers on Sunday, April 2.

But independent company Yorkshire Buses have stepped in just days before the service was due to end, partially supported by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

The service goes through Farsley, Rodley, Pudsey, Farnley and parts of Wortley. It will operate hourly 5.35am to 9.35pm (Monday to Friday) and 6.35am to 6.35pm on Saturdays from Horsforth, and hourly from 5.40am to 9.40pm (Monday to Friday) and 5.40am to 6.40pm (Saturdays) from White Rose Centre.

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the number 9 stops at Pudsey Bus Station.

Yorkshire Buses will operate the evening journeys on a trial basis until late May to assess demand, with continuation beyond that point dependent on usage.

Yorkshire Buses posted on social media: “After lots of phone calls, e-mails and whiteboard pens later we believe that, after working together with WYCA and various councillors across Leeds, we have come up with a solution that will get the best out of the 9 service!

“We will begin to operate the 9 service from 3 April with an enhanced timetable including added trips during peak times.”

Councillor Peter Carlill (Lab, Calverley & Farsley) welcomed the news. He said: “Following First Bus’ announcement of withdrawal from the number 9 service, I had asked the West Yorkshire Combined Authority to discuss options with other operators.

“It’s excellent news that Yorkshire Buses have agreed to operate a replacement service from Monday, partially supported by the Combined Authority. Many thanks to them for taking this on and working swiftly to ensure no loss of service for residents, and I will continue discussions about the other route removals in the area.”

The new Yorkshire Buses timetable comes in on Monday.

Cllr Carlill has also been deputy chair of the West Yorkshire Transport Committee on West Yorkshire Combined Authority for the past 10 months.

Pudsey councillor Simon Seary (Cons) also posted his delight on social media. He said: “Fantastic to share with you that Yorkshire Buses will now be taking on the number 9 service, a service that I know many students and adults use daily to access work, college and shopping and will be providing a much needed hourly bus service.

“Thank you to all the residents who contacted me and shared their need for this service to continue and I’m thankful that the combined authority assisted.”

And Cllr Trish Smith (Cons, Pudsey) added: “Very pleased to have just received this information. I know many residents, and especially the parents of young people attending Elliot Hudson College, will be interested in this.”

Pudsey Labour Party had also campaigned against the cut and had collected a petition containing more than 500 names against the service being axed.

As previously reported, there will also be a reduced timetable on the X11 Leeds – Pudsey – Bradford route with some early and late journeys being cut completely, and an hourly service introduced on the number 14 service between Pudsey and Leeds.

The 508 Halifax to Leeds service will be rerouted to operate along the ring road and Stanningley Bypass so miss out Farsley, Rodley and Bramley.

Bramley Community Market showcases small businesses

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Bramley mini market returns for its monthly event at Bramley Community Centre. Photo: Paul Abraham

By Paul Abraham www.theartfulrambler.com

Saturday, 1 April brings the Bramley Community Market back to the Bramley Community Centre on Waterloo Lane.  

The event runs from 10am until 2pm and features local small businesses with plenty of ideas and treats for Easter

The market caters for every taste, requirement and pocket, with stalls including hand-made items and gifts, toys, books, sweets and a cake stall.

Organiser and the driving force behind the market, Wendi Halthwaite has been inundated with requests for stalls at the ever-popular market.  

After the first market of 2023 was held at the beginning of March, stallholders were delighted to be back with one regular stallholder enthusing: “It’s brilliant to be back at the friendliest market around and seeing old friends and customers again.”

Farsley designer showcases mixed collection of prints at Sunny Bank Mills fair

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Special talent: Jacky at The Art Rooms.

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Talented Farsley-based designer Jacky Al-Samarraie will be showcasing a mixed collection of her prints as part of a print fair this weekend at Sunny Bank Mills.

Jacky runs The Art Rooms at the mill complex and is excited to be part of Printed Bound, which is being held in the 1912 Mill on Saturday and Sunday (April 1 and 2) from 10am-4pm daily. Jacky will be there on  Sunday if you’d like to buy her distinctive work directly.

The fair highlights some top local talent – and Jacky’s company The Art Rooms has been making quite a name for itself in recent years.

Jacky uses her unique designs across a variety of products which include archival quality art prints, gifts, stationery and homeware to create a recognisable brand.

The Art Rooms studio which is part of the thriving Sunny Bank Mills complex, is planning to develop and extend their range of successful art prints during the coming year.

Jacky is an image-based graphic artist whose signature style features silhouettes with striking and distinctive block colour. Her UK landscapes include local treescapes in Armley, Calverley & Yeadon and the Lake District as well as city landmarks including London’s Tower Bridge, Scotland, Liverpool’s Liver Building and the Angel of the North in Gateshead.  

“The business is 15 years old this year and I hope I can continue to make people happy with my landscape art. I receive lovely emails from happy customers telling me how much they really love them,” said Jacky.

“They’re a timeless design and their simplicity lends themselves to the variety of products we produce. Customers tell me how much pleasure they get when they have their first morning drink from one of my bone china mugs. Many customers have collected the full set. I still use the very first mugs I created 15 years ago.”  

Jacky’s prints have been successfully selling under licence in John Lewis for the past nine years but I like to keep what I offer customers a little bit different.

Customers can select prints in different size and frame options and can also choose a colour from our 50 colour palette to fit with their own home decor. This has proved to be an amazing success since we launched the framing option last September.

Jacky prides herself on the quality and longevity of her products, all of which are designed and manufactured to high standards in the UK. Ready made prints ‘off the shelf’ start at £35 to £215 for larger bespoke framed products.

Printed Bound will be packed with more than 40 different artists, collectives and studios, selling original prints and books, along with lots of demos, workshops, food and drink.

Experience Jacky’s passion and love of creating unique art by popping in to see her as part of the Printed Bound, or visit her website. You can also e-mail Jacky at info@theartrooms.co.uk. 

You can visit Jacky’s The Art Rooms studio in Sunny Bank Mills, just give her a call on 07749 105252 beforehand to make sure she’s in, or make an appointment.

Building work starts on new toilet block at Hollybush

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A robin sits on the digger as work starts on a new toilet block at TCV Hollybush.

By John Preston

The Conservation Volunteers, Hollybush are delighted to announce that their fundraising campaign to build a toilet block has been successful and construction has just started. The project should be complete by mid-June.

The Centre remains open for all the usual activities including the café (Wednesday to Friday, 11am-3pm) and Sundays from April. There will be temporary access arrangements in the next month on some days. 

Caroline Crossley, assistant director for Yorkshire, said: “In the current funding climate, we are hugely grateful for the support of all our funders and donors, and really looking forward to opening the facility which will enable us to welcome our diverse and growing mix of visitors and volunteers more effectively.”

Almost £100,000 has been raised to fund the construction of the detached three-cubicle toilet block with additional hand wash area as an essential facility.

This comprises over £8,000 in individual donations, £75,000 from Veolia Environmental Trust (Landfill Communities Fund)  matched by Leeds City Council – Inner West Community Committee, ASDA Green Tokens,Liz and Terry Bramall Charitable Trust, Charles Brotherton Trust, Arnold Burton 1998 Charitable Trust, RE Chadwick Charitable Trust, Beatrice Laing Trust, Sir George Martin Trust, Charles and Elsie Sykes Trust , and Wades Charity

Volunteers at Hollybush thanked architect and project manager Mark Larham of Airedale Architects and Five Rise Contractors for their work. The project was first discussed in 2018 and completion is now in sight.

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