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Fulneck Golf Club ponds plan approved

Plans to create two balancing ponds and a drainage dyke at Fulneck Golf Club in Pudsey have been given the green light. The golf club,...
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From canal paths to chippy teas: Tasty tradition unites Bramley runners

by Paula Johnston Wednesday evening brought a fresh flavour to the Bramley Breezers calendar - both literally and figuratively - as members laced up for...
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Stanningley: ‘Inappropriate’ LED advertising board rejected by planners

by John Baron Plans to replace an existing paper and paste advertisement billboard with a digitally illuminated LED display have been refused by council planners. Applicant...
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‘Pawsome’ fun at Rodley dog show

by Rebecca Tait Additional photos: Kelvin Wakefield Rodley Cricket Club hosted the return of Scruffs; the annual dog show and family fun day.  The competition took place on...
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Brewed in Leeds: Horsforth Brewery hosts popular beer festival

by Sam Gillinder The founder of the Horsforth Brewery Mark Costello wants the breweries of Leeds to expand the wholesale of their products and encourage...
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Showtime in Swinnow with Invisible Pain Theatre Company

By Michelle Storm Back in July, the Pudsey based Invisible Pain Theatre Company hit the big stage performing their latest show: Lost Time’ which illustrated...
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West Leeds buses affected by timetable changes

Bus services in West Leeds and across the city will face timetable changes by Sunday, 31 August. Some routes are being re-timed to improve reliability,...
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West Leeds planning applications: 24 August 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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Pedalling for Armley – 127 miles of hope

by Nelson Rodriguez The Reverend Phil Arnold, vicar of Christ Church in Armley, is not one to sit still when it comes to supporting his community....
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Police appeal after Armley bag snatch

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman had her bag snatched in a robbery in West Leeds. Officers from the Leeds District Crime Team...
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Bramley

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Two new photography exhibitions open at The Mill Gallery

The Mill Gallery will launch two major photography exhibitions this September, showcasing both boundary-pushing contemporary practice and local talent. In the Main Gallery, Reframe: New...
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Man jailed for Pudsey care home burglary

A burglar who targeted a care home housing elderly and vulnerable people has been jailed for a string of offences in Pudsey and Bramley. Christopher...
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Burley

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Formal plans for 504 apartments submitted off Kirkstall Road

Proposals for a new £130m ‘urban community’ off Kirkstall Road have moved a step forward after formal plans were submitted to Leeds City Council. The...
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Cyclist seriously injured in Kirkstall Road collision

Police investigating a road traffic collision on Kirkstall Road are appealing for any witnesses or dashcam footage. The incident saw a cyclist seriously injured at...
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Calverley

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Woman receives life-threatening injuries in Calverley crash

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision near Calverley yesterday (Thursday, 27 August) in which a driver suffered life-threatening injuries. The collision happened...
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Big turn-out for 104th Calverley Show

by Anne Akers Good weather, lively music from the Drighlington Brass Band and showcasing art at the newly-opened community room at Calverley Old Hall helped...
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Farnley

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New Farnley public meeting: Residents urged to have say over greenbelt development

By John Baron Residents attending a public meeting over potential green belt development have been urged to register their opinions in a public consultation. More than...
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Brazil Women: National cricket team comes to New Farnley

Women’s cricket teams Jersey, Brazil and Isle Of Man will be hoping to hit the opposition for six in a T20 International Tri-Series at...
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Farsley

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Former Horsforth School pupils reflect on how tragedy inspires them at Farsley gym

By James Bovington While training together at Al Osta’s Farsley gym, four young boxers from Leeds took time to explain how the sport has been...
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New signs plans at Farsley restaurant as owners prepare to sell

A popular Farsley restaurant is still open to the public - but its owners have confirmed plans to sell it. A planning application has been...
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Horsforth

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Former Horsforth School pupils reflect on how tragedy inspires them at Farsley gym

By James Bovington While training together at Al Osta’s Farsley gym, four young boxers from Leeds took time to explain how the sport has been...
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Horsforth mum launches midwife-led antenatal and hypnobirthing course 

by John Baron A hypnobirthing practitioner in Horsforth is looking to help build a lifeline community and create connections for isolated parents ahead of the...
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Kirkstall

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In photos: Late August weather in Bramley and Kirkstall

Photographer Susan Tellum this week captured what she calls 'back-endy weather' in Bramley and Kirkstall. As Susan continues to capture West Leeds through the seasons,...
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Abbey Road: Police appeal after pensioner is seriously injured

Police investigating a road traffic collision on Abbey Road, Kirkstall, this morning (Wednesday, 20 August) are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage. The collision happened...
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Pudsey

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Man jailed for Pudsey care home burglary

A burglar who targeted a care home housing elderly and vulnerable people has been jailed for a string of offences in Pudsey and Bramley. Christopher...
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Pudsey charity ‘in talks’ to find new home

By John Baron A Pudsey charity which could become homeless in January has confirmed it is 'in talks' to find a new base. Pudsey Wellbeing Charity...
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Rodley

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‘Pawsome’ fun at Rodley dog show

by Rebecca Tait Additional photos: Kelvin Wakefield Rodley Cricket Club hosted the return of Scruffs; the annual dog show and family fun day.  The competition took place on...
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Tea party celebrates 25 years of Rodley Nature Reserve

By David Nesham Trustees, volunteers, Friends group members and visitors were all welcomed to the Rodley Nature Reserve Tea Party to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Trust secretary...
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Stanningley

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Stanningley: ‘Inappropriate’ LED advertising board rejected by planners

by John Baron Plans to replace an existing paper and paste advertisement billboard with a digitally illuminated LED display have been refused by council planners. Applicant...
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Roadworks latest at Dawsons Corner and Stanningley Bypass

Roadworks are continuing at Dawsons Corner and on Stanningley Bypass. Community reporter NEIL CULLEN reviews the progress made so far... Excavation on the former Calverley...
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Wortley

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Wortley Business Park bought by property business

Property business Bradford Estates has added Wortley Business Park to its portfolio as it continues its strategic acquisition drive. Totalling 17,000 sq ft, Wortley Business...
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Wortley’s Wembley: Tom Vernon Harrison to be recognised with blue plaque 

By Katherine Turner Leeds Civic Trust have announced that the founder of the TV Harrison Sports Ground in Wortley - Thomas Vernon Harrison - and...
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