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Dozens toddlers and their families gathered in fancy dress at Roundhay Park for a sponsored Halloween Toddle in support of Leeds Children’s Hospital

In pictures: Roundhay Park Halloween Toddle for Children's Hospital

They were all sentenced to time behind bars.

55 despicable criminals locked up in October including wife killer

Seized tools in a warehouse in Ilford

Over 2,000 tool thefts reported last year as 'organised crime' blamed

The haunted house that homes 'the most terrifying ghost in Britain'

16th October 2026
Stock images of Leeds Bradford Airport.
Pictured Jet2 aircraft takes off from Leeds Bradford Airport.
Picture Gerard Binks

'It's critical': £65m LBA station plan takes step forward

Halloween fun on the Otley Run sat 31-10-2026 pic Steve Riding
Dean and Pat Mathews of Pontefract and Rob Clark of Headingley

19 amazing pictures of Halloween costumes on the Otley Run

Beth Campsill, 29, runs Castleford Hedgehog Rescue and took in the injured animal

Hedgehog dies after being painted blue 'to look like Sonic'

The new sports centre will be located in Carr Crofts Drive, Armley

Six new padel courts set to open as plans for sports centre approved

Autumn Colours at Temple Newsam , Leeds..Picture taken by Yorkshire Post Photographer Simon Hulme 21st October 2026

Could you be owed a surprise inheritance? 101 unclaimed Leeds estates

Traffic and Travel

A diversion was in place following the earlier collision. Photo (stock image): Pacemaker

Breaking Busy Leeds road closed as police deal with safety concern
Road closures are in place on Water Lane in Holbeck this morning following a safety concern report, with police dealing with the incident
Dennis Morton

A number of bus routes will face disruption in Leeds this week.

Buses to give veterans free transport in the city for Remembrance

There were mixed reviews from locals about the planned upgrades

People give their verdict on train station 'transformation'

Rail companies and industry heads have welcomed the investment

Leeds Station plans spark reaction from rail chiefs and city leaders

A busy Leeds City Station just before 8.55am on a January morning in 1983.

Memories of Leeds City Station in the 1980s

Weather

Fog was expected to descend on Leeds on October 25 as people in the city were told to expect a cloudy day. Photo: Tony Johnson.

Severe weather warning issued with travel delays expected

Leeds City Station.

‘Slippery rails’ disrupting trains to Leeds - here's why

Cost of Living crisis

A shopper carrying red sale bags marked with a bold percentage sign, symbolising seasonal discounts and bargain hunting

Free Top Buys email finds the best UK deals this February

‘Herephones’ launched to tell the stories of the nation’s homeless

Adur & Worthing Councils are offering free support to residents who are ‘struggling to afford their energy bills’. (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Experts say switching now could save you £366 on energy bills

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BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt

BBC presenter quits after 35 years for new career

Why can't we just agree on a direction for plugs to point in, and then stick to it?

The Gadget Agenda: Awkward plugs are driving me up the wall Gareth Butterfield

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Crime

Racing motorists Hardeep Bhachu and Jasskamal Riyat were sentenced to 12 years and 16 years respectively for causing the deaths of Justyna Hulboj and her four-year-old daughter Lena Czepczor as they walked to school in Leeds. The pair had been racing before Bhachu’s powerful Audi TT RS lost control and mounted the pavement - he pleaded guilty in June 2024, Riyat was convicted after trial.

11 criminals jailed including racers responsible for two deaths

Emergency services in Nippet Lane

Man charged over fatal police-chase crash that killed pedestrian

Police uncover blocks of cocaine stashed in wheels of cheese

Watch the moment police uncover cocaine hidden in wheels of cheese

The crash happened at the junction of Simmons Court and Easy Road

Breaking Man arrested after teenage boy hit by car and seriously injured

Police are investigating a burglary in Colbert Avenue and two attempted burglaries in Belmont Road

Police launch investigation following burglary and attempted break-ins

Christopher Stalker, 41, is wanted for breaching the conditions of the sex offenders register

Wanted sex offender missing after being released from prison

Business

Empty city centre building set for major change after plans approved

Lidl confirms opening date for major new store next week

Charlotte Boyes and mum Julie Ingham are 'the best of friends' and have worked together for years

Meet the mum-and-daughter duo behind new salon

People in Leeds have received just one £25 Cold Weather Payment over the last three winters

Households receive just one Cold Weather Payment in three winters

Nicola Medalova is set to become CEO of Yorkshire Water

Everything you need to know about new the Yorkshire Water boss

Obituaries

In loving memory

Remembering loved ones with death notices submitted by you

In loving memory

Remembering loved ones with death notices submitted by you

Former Yorkshire Evening Post journalist Ken Yeadon dies at 91

Politics

One of the casualties had entered the water in Bridge End, Leeds

Police and council oppose popular bar's bid to stay open until 4am

Plans to create 37 apartments at the Mount St Joseph’s site in Headingley are being considered

'Unsafe' former care home to be demolished and turned into flats

Dirty Martini could be transformed into a new live music venue if plans are approved

Plans unveiled to transform city centre bar into new live music venue

Wakefield Council has identified a site on Ings Road to build a £15 Youth Zone.

Consultation ends over city’s £15m ‘world class’ youth centre plan

UK Trending

Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Council

Leeds hotel roof could be transformed by plans for new mobile phone masts

EE seeks permission for new 5G equipment on historic Leeds hotel roof

The shopping chain has drawn up plans to build an extension at its food outlet on Evanston Avenue in Burley.

Major changes planned for Aldi store at busy Leeds retail park

People

Paranormal investigator films ‘floating’ figure in cathedral
He remains adamant that there are more ghosts in the cathedral
Kara McKune

Andy Deane, captain of the Royal Armouries jousting team in Leeds, has said jousting on bikes is a 'legitimate' form of the sport

Lime bike jousting a ‘legitimate’ form of the sport, Leeds pro says

Sleepers prepare for the night

Pictures from Leeds Big Sleep as hundreds ditch beds for sleeping bags

Sir Patrick Stewart, after receiving his honorary degree at University of Leeds.
17th July 2014. Picture Jonathan Gawthorpe

Tributes pour in for ‘Mirfield’s finest’ Patrick Stewart

Faded lettering on the monument on Powell Street has been repainted and weeds around the site were cleared as part of the project by Castleford Civic Society.

Town’s war memorial restored in time for Remembrance Day

Education

The government has pledged £28 million to expanding the Leeds institution's student intake

Budget 2026: Leeds college to benefit from funding boost

The scaled behemoth is of European origin, the research discovered

Prehistoric stars of Jurassic Park originated in Europe, study finds

These were the best-performing secondary schools in Leeds for GCSE results in 2025.

18 best secondary schools for GCSEs as application deadline nears

A former school building on Cardigan Lane has gone up for auction in Leeds

Former school building goes up for auction with £500,000 price tag

The deadline for applications is Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Warning as secondary school applications deadline looms - how to apply

The Leeds Financial Innovation Exchange, which is being led by the University of Leeds, is one of the first major initiatives to be championed by the new Northern Square Mile Board.

University of Leeds leads major £6.5m push to boost financial sector

The UK Health Security Agency has reported signs that flu season could be starting earlier this year

Health bosses issue flu season warning as locals urged to get vaccines

Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital's multidisciplinary theatre team with the da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system following the successful completion of the first week of robotic- assisted surgery.

Major surgical breakthrough as hospital introduces pioneering tech

Chelsey Oates of South Kirkby died earlier this week aged 30 following a short illness.

Family's heartbreaking tribute after death of devoted mum-of-five

Jane Mischenko And Jonathan Phillips

'You made a real difference': U-turn on plans to scrap health watchdog

Opinion

7th July 2026
Pictured Danny Malin with his food truck, Leeds
Picture Gerard Binks

The dish that made Danny Malin turn down fish and chips in Whitby

Popular Yorkshire food reviewer Danny Malin turned down fish and chips for something different at Whitby Goth Weekend

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From Le Phono to Fat Freddies vegetarian burgers - here’s what YEP readers miss from the Leeds of old

YEP readers share what they miss from the city of old

Leeds residents remain fiercely divided over whether trick-or-treating is harmless seasonal fun or an unwanted nuisance

'Unspoken rules': YEP readers clash over trick-or-treating this year

I'm embracing cosy season - here's what's on my festive hit list Jordan Odu

One side of the Children's well celebrates 100 years of Winnie the Pooh. Photo Roger Beverley

YEP readers share their favourite children’s books

Bonfire Night at Roundhay Park, Leeds. (Pic credit: Simon Hulme)

Should the Roundhay Park Bonfire Night fireworks display come back?

A 4% hike to Ofgem’s energy price cap took effect from October 1 as forecasters warned household bills could soar by almost another £300 from January (Yui Mok/PA)

Locals share energy bill fears as gas and electric price cap rises

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