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Kilimanjaro trek raises Boys’ Brigade funding

A West Leeds man has raised almost £4,000 for youngsters in Armley by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa. Money raised by Lee Doyle will support...
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Calverley: Fresh appeal over village post office

Post Office chiefs are continuing to advertise the availability of running a post office in Calverley - almost a year after the previous incumbents...
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Get active and beat the blues at Kirkstall Valley Farm

By Jenny Lawrence Another grey day in February is enough to make most of us feel a bit despondent and lacking in energy for life....
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Police appeal after Horsforth office targeted

Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to identify over a burglary at a Horsforth business. Officers are seeking the suspect’s identity...
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Police appeal after Armley store robbery

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery at an Armley convenience store. Leeds District CID would like to speak to anyone who saw...
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400-up for thriving Bramley parkrun

By Jean Hollings After several cancellations due to adverse weather conditions Bramley parkrun finally celebrated its 400th event on Saturday, 1 February.  38 volunteers ensured that...
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Creating a drama at New Wortley Community Centre

By Rebecca Hunter Lights, camera, action! A brand new free drama group is coming to New Wortley Community Centre. Brave Words is rolling out every Monday...
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West Leeds planning applications: 2 February 2025

Each week we publish a list of the latest planning applications related to the seven council wards in West Leeds. The following applications were published...
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Armley

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GCSE revision sessions set up following tragedy

By Lou Cunningham A parent has teamed up with charity Team Daniel to deliver GCSE revision sessions in Armley. Team Daniel is a Leeds charity which...
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Kilimanjaro trek raises Boys’ Brigade funding

A West Leeds man has raised almost £4,000 for youngsters in Armley by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa. Money raised by Lee Doyle will support...
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Bramley

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Children’s centres face Leeds council axe

By local democracy reporter Don Mort Chlidren’s centre staff could be facing an uncertain future after cash-strapped Leeds City Council launched cost-saving plans. Council bosses said no...
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Metrodome fight for Bramley Thai boxer, 18

By James Bovington Bramley Thai boxer Gracjan Krupski is particularly looking-forward to his fight at Barnsley Metrodome "because it’s my first under pro-am rules," explained...
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Burley

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MP’s column: Alex Sobel – community can rally round Abbey House Museum and help create brighter future

By Leeds Central & Headingley MP Alex Sobel I am honoured to be asked to write this column as the new MP for Kirkstall, having been...
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MP hopes renters’ rights bill will tackle exploitation of students and vulnerable tenants

Leeds Central & Headingley MP Alex Sobel has heralded the adoption of two of his amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill - which he...
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Calverley

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Calverley: Fresh appeal over village post office

Post Office chiefs are continuing to advertise the availability of running a post office in Calverley - almost a year after the previous incumbents...
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Saeed aims to hits the sweet spot in Calverley

A new cafe has opened in Calverley with a familiar face behind the counter. Saeed Hussain was often seen working at the Post Office...
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Farnley

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Community meets to form Friends of Farnley Fish Pond group

By John Baron Plans to form a community group dedicated to supporting Leeds' smallest nature reserve have taken a step closer to becoming reality. A public...
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Farnley Fish Pond hit by vandalism after recent restoration

By Katherine Turner Farnley Fish Pond has suffered a setback this week after damage was reported. Stakes from the newly installed reed beds have been removed...
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Farsley

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Children’s centres face Leeds council axe

By local democracy reporter Don Mort Chlidren’s centre staff could be facing an uncertain future after cash-strapped Leeds City Council launched cost-saving plans. Council bosses said no...
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Thursday’s Farsley singalong hits the right notes

By Diane Sullivan Are we ready to sing? Let’s go! There is no hesitation when Michelle Williamson asks the familiar question and the Thursday Singalong...
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Horsforth

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Horsforth Highlights: Last week in pictures

By Jill Stocks Here's our latest selection of photos sent in by readers of life in Horsforth over the past week. A busy week with...
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Police appeal after Horsforth office targeted

Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to identify over a burglary at a Horsforth business. Officers are seeking the suspect’s identity...
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Kirkstall

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Reaction: Abbey House Museum saved

Campaigners opposing the closure of Abbey House Museum have reacted with joy at the news that the much-loved facility has been saved from the...
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Saved: Abbey House Museum avoids council axe

Council chiefs have today announced Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall is to remain open following widespread opposition to proposals to close it. Leeds City...
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Pudsey

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Children’s centres face Leeds council axe

By local democracy reporter Don Mort Chlidren’s centre staff could be facing an uncertain future after cash-strapped Leeds City Council launched cost-saving plans. Council bosses said no...
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Feed bellies, not bins – food waste project eyes Pudsey for base

By Katherine Turner A social enterprise which intercepts food waste is looking to expand - and is eyeing new premises in Pudsey. Surplus to Purpose is...
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Rodley

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Latest phase of Ring Road work on track for completion

Work at the side of the Outer Ring Road between Rodley roundabout and Dawsons Corner should be completed 'early next year', highways chiefs have...
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West Leeds playgrounds close for refurbishment

Playgrounds in Rodley and Bramley have closed to allow for improvement works to carried out on play equipment. Bramley Fall Park playground closed this week...
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Stanningley

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Stanningley: Homes plan for former scrapyard to be decided

by Don Mort, local democracy reporting service A former scrap metal plant could be turned into 40 homes if plans can be agreed with the...
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Stanningley: Textile manufacturing leader scoops prestigious title

Managing director of AW Hainsworth, Amanda McLaren, has been recruited to the position of Deputy Lieutenant of West Yorkshire by the Monarch’s Lord-Lieutenant, Ed Anderson...
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Wortley

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Councillors set to decide Five Lanes End shop plans

By Don Mort, local democracy reporter A former car showroom in Wortley could be turned into a grocery store - despite concerns it would add...
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Wortley: Tour operator celebrates prestigious award

By Sofia Patel A Wortley-born tour operator is celebrating winning the Yorkshire Specialist Tour Company of the Year award for the fourth time. Founded in...
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