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Leeds Carnival ‘mother’ dies
A woman described as ‘The Mother of the Leeds carnival’, has died at the age of 77.
Mimika Theatre: Leeds pair and their puppets head to China for arts festival video
From pipe cleaners and chamois leathers to colanders and polystyrene, a two-person theatre company uses all sorts of materials to bring its shows to life.
Death of key Leeds community campaigner
A campaigner who devoted her life to challenging racism has died.
Customer finds Leeds worker impaled on railings - inquest
A metal worker who is believed to have been killed after being impaled by railings at a Leeds firm was found injured by a customer, a Leeds inquest heard.
Organisers of Leeds Music Hub aim to hit the high notes
It has taken more than a year of pipe-dreaming, plotting and planning for the Leeds Music Hub to finally get off the ground.
2012 Headingley LitFest set to be bigger and better
‘Bard of Barnsley’ poet Ian Macmillan will be among the stars from the literary world appearing at the 2012 Headingley LitFest next month.
John Luper murder: ‘Tell us what you know’ - detective
Eight years ago detectives pledged to do all in their power to bring to justice the killers of John Luper – they intend to keep that pledge.
John Luper: Appeal over 2004 Leeds murder EXCLUSIVE
The family of murdered Leeds businessman John Luper have spoken for the first time of their anguish – eight years since his brutal murder.
Grave doubts over plan for new Leeds cemetery
Plans have been unveiled to develop a privately-run cemetery in the north Leeds green belt.
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Three trapped in four vehicle pile-up at Leeds accident blackspot
Three injured people had to be cut free after a four-vehicle collision at an accident black-spot outside Leeds where three students were killed five years ago.
Getaway Girls: Leeds girls’ teen booze warning
Some of these girls have first-hand experience of how alcohol can blight the lives of young people.
Leeds hospice set to host first ever Zumbathon
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Ground broken at site of new £27 million Leeds fitness centre
WORK has started on a £27m fitness centre which survived Government spending cutbacks.
Husband sends same Valentine’s Day card for 34th year in a row
SELF-CONFESSED romantic Ken Myers will hand over a Valentine’s Day card to his wife today – for the 34th year in a row.
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Police probe over railings horror death of Leeds worker
A police investigation was launched after a worker was found dead, impaled by railings at a Leeds welding firm.
North Leeds: Focus on Moor Allerton Hall Primary
From an alien invasion to dressing up as book characters, learning is fun for pupils at Moor Allerton Hall Primary School.
Jury hears of motive for Leeds shotgun killing
The fiancee of a man who was shot and killed in a Leeds street told a murder trial her partner had planned to speak with the man who fired the fatal shot over claims he had beaten up his cousin.
Ex-Leeds United star tackles the food game in Headingley
Former Leeds United star Dominic Matteo is hoping to net business success with his latest venture into the city’s food and drink trade.
Leeds boy is behind new children’s charity
A thoughtful 10-year-old’s idea for helpful wrapping paper has developed into a new children’s charity in Leeds.
‘Man killed by shotgun’ in Leeds park
A man was fatally injured after being “stalked” and blasted in the face with a shot gun, a jury heard.
Febru-hairy fun for Leeds hospice
It’s time for the people of Leeds to wear their wigs, trim those tresses and hone that hairdo.
Leeds primary pupils develop passion for Gaelic football
A group of primary school youngsters in Leeds have developed a passion for a new sport – after Gaelic football was added to their curriculum.
Leeds pupils receive message of thanks from Japan earthquake kids
Pupils in Leeds have received a resounding thanks from grateful youngsters almost 7,000 miles away.
Leeds: Sir Jimmy Savile’s headstone details revealed EXCLUSIVE
Details about the headstone of Sir Jimmy Savile can be revealed by his relatives.
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Leeds artist to showcase graffiti art at the O2 Arena
Daubing graffiti on the walls of the capital would usually be guaranteed to land you in trouble.
Leeds International Piano Competition: Dame Fanny Waterman interview
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Singer Jane McDonald asks Leeds runners to brave cold
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Leeds: Woman cut free as car ends up in field
A WOMAN had to be cut free from her vehicle when it left the road and ended up in a field on the outskirts of Leeds.
Wendy house cannabis grower sent to prison
A man who was caught growing cannabis plants in Wendy houses at his home in Leeds has been jailed for 12 months.
From Leeds teenage tearaway to elderly champion
A former tearaway teenager turned volunteer extraordinaire has launched a project to combat loneliness among the elderly.
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Group bidding for Leeds community centre takeover
A residents’ group is hoping to win the battle to take over a popular community centre when the tenancy expires this year.
Dead rabbits are not ‘new phenomenon’
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2012 Leeds West Indian Carnival will be ‘biggest and brightest’ yet!
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Leeds school run thief’s £150,000 jewels haul
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Leeds doorstep conman jailed
A doorstep conman who took money from residents after making promises to stop cold-callers contacting them has been jailed for six months.
Are we there yet? Leeds team travels the world in black cab for charity
Three friends are hoping to smash four Guinness World Records during the longest taxi ride of their lives.
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Robber says ‘I’m sorry’ but still steals cash
A masked robber brandishing a hammer apologised to two shopkeepers for stealing their takings before making off with cash.
Spring and summer events list unveiled at Harewood House
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