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Police appeal after robberies and burglaries in Bramley, Burley and Pudsey

A man and a youth have been arrested over a series of offences targeting businesses in west Leeds this week. The 47-year-old man and 17-year-old...
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Farsley Celtic chairman quits football club – four directors step up

Under fire Farsley Celtic chairman Paul Barthorpe has resigned from the crisis-hit football club. The Celts have not played at their home ground this season...
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Kirkstall Festival committee seeks new volunteers for vacant roles

By Jill Stocks Organisers of Kirkstall Festival have said farewell to two long-standing committee members and now need new volunteers to fill the void. Fiona Butler...
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Horsforth residents invited to join the sisterhood

By Jill Stocks The already thriving Women's Institute movement is set to have a new group join its ranks soon with Horsforth set to gain...
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Rachel Reeves MP column: ‘Determined to tear down barriers to growth’

By Chancellor of the Exchequer and Leeds West & Pudsey MP Rachel Reeves During the general election campaign last year, I was clear that economic growth...
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Pudsey: Fresh apartment plans in former school science block

Retrospective application for extension and change of use of former Pudsey Grangefield School science block building into ten apartments/studios have been submitted. It's the third...
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Green light for electric vehicle charging at Kirkstall Morrisons

By John Baron Plans for a new electric vehicle charging zone and jet wash bays in the car park at Kirkstall Morrisons have been approved...
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Plans to re-erect Leeds 2023 WOW Barn at Kirkstall Valley Farm

By John Baron Plans to install much-needed indoor space at community run Kirkstall Valley Farm have been submitted to Leeds City Council. Kirkstall Valley Development Trust...
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Armley

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Town Street revamp on agenda at Armley Forum

Crime, housing and the latest on the Armley Town Street revamp consultation will be discussed at the next Armley Forum public meeting. A public consultation...
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Video: Board game launched to help prevent county lines grooming

A West Leeds-based service is launching a new game to help prevent county lines grooming and child criminal exploitation. The city’s alcohol and drug service...
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Bramley

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Wyther Lane Bridge repair work to start next week

By John Baron Contractors will be working to secure damaged Wyther Lane Bridge next Monday - but it could be several weeks before the bridge...
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Bramley: Bad Company fighters victorious as new gym hosts open day

By James Bovington Bad Company Thai Boxing Gym is hosting an open day at their new premises in Bramley next Sunday. Owners Richard Smith and his wife...
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Burley

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Burley Road: Mr T’s keeps operating licence

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter A takeaway has kept its licence to operate after agreeing to measures to prevent illegal workers being employed. Mr T’s,...
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Community meeting to discuss Headingley Stadium parking – and increased events capacity plans

The impact of sports fans attending Headingley Stadium - and increasing the capacity for live concerts - will be discussed at a public meeting...
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Calverley

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Calverley Bridge earmarked for £3.5m repairs

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter Repairs are set to be carried out on the city’s roads following an £11.6m investment by Leeds City Council. The...
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Calverley Rotary celebrates landmark birthday

By John Procter Calverley Rotary Club celebrated its 40th birthday since it was Chartered. Members were joined by friends and partners to have a very...
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Farnley

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New Farnley decorator paints his way to greener future

A national trade body has shone a spotlight on a New Farnley painter and decorator who has placed protecting the environment at the core...
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Ofsted praise for ‘vibrant’ Lawns Park Primary School

Pupils are happy and proud to attend 'vibrant' Lawns Park Primary School in Farnley, an Ofsted inspector has found. Pupils' behaviour is praised, alongside the...
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Farsley

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Farsley Celtic’s ground listed as community asset

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter A football ground will be protected as a community asset after successful nomination was made by fans. Leeds City Council...
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Farsley artist is on the ball with students’ GOALS football mural

A recent collaboration between Leeds College of Building students and Farsley artist Nicolas Dixon resulted in an eye-catching football mural at the GOALS soccer...
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Horsforth

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Horsforth: Police crack down on anti-social behaviour

Police in Horsforth have urged people to report issues with an anti-social behaviour as they continue to crack down on problems in the town. At...
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Horsforth ladies’ gym wins recognition from Theo Paphitis

Horsforth‐based ladies-only gym W Fitness has received a business boost from retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis.  Hannah Dudley, co-owner of W Fitness, with her mum Caroline Sheerin tweeted Theo about her business during ‘Small Business...
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Kirkstall

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Wyther Lane Bridge repair work to start next week

By John Baron Contractors will be working to secure damaged Wyther Lane Bridge next Monday - but it could be several weeks before the bridge...
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Forging Futures and ex-Leeds star Brian Deane celebrate young people’s achievements

Former Leeds United star Brian Deane has spoken at a graduation ceremony for a course which helps younger people to build confidence and identify...
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Pudsey

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‘Unsuitable’ Bradford Road phone mast plans withdrawn

by Don Mort, local democracy reporter Plans for a 20 metre-high mobile phone mast in Pudsey have been withdrawn after the location was deemed unsuitable. Telecoms...
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Ground clearance work completed ahead of Dawsons Corner scheme

by Neil Cullen Additional reporting: John Baron Ground clearance work has taken place at Dawsons Corner ahead of a major £42.6 million scheme to improve traffic...
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Rodley

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Farsley’s new vicar swaps Bradford city centre for village life

By John Baron A vicar has swapped a church in a former Bradford city centre nightclub for village life in Farsley. The Reverend Nathanael Poole has taken...
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Motorists advised over Outer Ring Road closures

By Jill Stocks West Leeds residents are being warned that overnight closures will be in place on a major connecting route between Horsforth and Rodley...
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Stanningley

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Councillors’ concerns over Stanningley McDonald’s plans

By John Baron Bramley & Stanningley councillors say they 'share concerns' over plans to for a McDonald’s drive-thru restaurant on the former Infinity Metals site...
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Stanningley: New McDonald’s drive thru plans submitted – updated

By John Baron A new McDonald's drive thru restaurant could be built in Stanningley after plans were submitted to Leeds City Council. Bosses at the fast...
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Wortley

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£20m Wortley Beck flood prevention scheme remains a priority – council report

Plans to introduce a raft of flood prevention measures along Pudsey/Wortley Beck currently face a current funding shortfall of £13.5million, senior councillors will hear...
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Councillors call for action over travel improvements in West Leeds

By John Baron Councillors in outer West Leeds have praised a report detailing ways to improve travel in the area - and have urged highways...
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