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Toast bar in Leeds

Leeds city centre sports bar to open for extra 30 minutes each day

The former site of Bentley Primary School in Meanwood, Leeds

Abandoned Leeds primary school goes up for sale for £450,000

Rahiem Jackson has been named as the man killed in Leeds

Breaking Family’s tribute to ‘beautiful soul’ killed in Leeds

Rats could turn Halloween into a real horror storym eperts have warned

Halloween pumpkins could attract rats to homes

A caravan was reportedly set alight during the incident which occurred on October 16

Cherished farm sets up fundraiser following suspected arson attack

Pepe's Piri Piri in Beeston

Chicken restaurant blocked from opening until 3am in Leeds

Proposals have been approved for the new artwork at the old Parkhill Colliery in Wakefield.

‘Angel of coal mining’ to be installed at 2,500-home development

The festival celebrated wildlife through a series of exhibitions, workshops, and talks from local guest speakers.

Wildlife Arts Festival showcases Otley community’s artistic nous

West Yorkshire Police officers on night-time patrol as part of Project Vigilant, a proactive initiative targeting predatory behaviour and sexual violence in town and city centres

Leeds campaigners welcome police scheme but urge more action

Traffic and Travel

The M62 near junction 29 Lofthouse Interchange

Police statement after motorway road shut due to ‘incident’
Police have confirmed more details about the ‘incident’ 🚨
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The Parkway Station project was first announced in 2016.

Pressure group criticises 'endless delays' of LBA station plans

Buses will be diverted as a result of installation works on Cemetery Road, Pudsey.

All bus timetable service disruption ahead of installation works

Dozens of flights have been diverted or cancelled at Leeds Bradford Airport.

LBA issues updated travel guidance after Storm Boelo causes chaos

Light Night Leeds 2026 is almost here.

All road closures and bus diversions as Light Night returns

Weather

You can seek compensation from an energy network if there’s a power cut (Picture: Adobe)

Full list of Leeds postcodes hit by power cuts

The Hunter's Moon rises above the electricity pylons at the National Grid Substation, west of Monk Fryston.

Leeds residents left without power after storm - latest

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)

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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

Police have issued a warning ahead of Halloween and Bonfire Night

Halloween warning amid calls for Trick-or-Treaters to show respect

Kemmet Cohen pleaded guilty to the supply of Class A and Class B drugs.

Dealer found with £47k of drugs at home he shared with three children

Justyna Hulboj and Lena Czepczor (inset) were killed by the speeding Audi on Scott Hall Road.

Dad's tribute as pair jailed over deaths of mum and daughter

Have you seen wanted man Jack Towell?

Man wanted for kidnapping could be in Leeds

Hardeep Bhachu (left) and Jasskamal Riyat (right) caused the deaths of Justyna Hulboj and her four-year-old daughter Lena Czepczor by dangerous driving.

Racers guilty of causing crash that killed mum and daughter sentenced

Detectives have launched a murder investigation following the death of a 38-year-old man in Leeds.

Everything we know so far about Leeds murder investigation

Business

From left: Fiona Bolam, Sandy Jarvis, Laura Collins, Chris Hill, and Jo Myers.

Hospitality sector calls for greater recognition at YEP roundtable

Little Leaf Cafe's polytunnel was damaged by Storm Boelo

Cafe 'utterly speechless' after storm damage sparks community support

Leeds based community group Afrikindness received a 2024 Leeds Fund microgrant

Leeds Fund launches £500,000 appeal to support struggling families

The Falconers Rest in Middleton is closing for a £300,000 makeover to become a stadium-style sports venue

Middleton pub set to close for £300k revamp

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

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

An artist's impression of the East of Otley housing development

Residents to have their say on new housing development

Seven in 10 Britons are concerned the Autumn Budget could put further pressure on their household finances

The date for this year’s Budget and what you can expect from it

Theatre Royal Wakefield

Plans revealed to give a theatre major upgrade and extension

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

UK Trending

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

Jenny Ryan put teams through their paces as part of a special celebration for Skipton Building Society members

Quiz star Jenny Ryan stuns punters with surprise pub appearance

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Council

Wakefield Council rejected proposals to build 13 apartments at Millennium House over concerns future residents would be impacted by noise from trains and a business next to the building.

Flats plan next to rail line thrown out after 73 objections

A Alstom Adessia Stream for TransPennine Express visualisation.

£1bn fleet of new trains to cut Leeds to Hull times by 'one minute'

People

A display of poppies at the memorial in Victoria Gardens, Leeds.

‘Already on’: Leeds folk reveal when they start wearing their poppies
We asked our readers when they put on their poppies!
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The 9 biggest issues YEP readers demand the Government fix

Kieran Dixon, group managing director of Smarta Energy

Bosses take on 60-mile challenge to help children at Christmas

The team from Enlivio Health from eft to right Jennifer Richardson, Nafisatu Ishola, Caroline Berzins, Jody Dennison and Zeeka Simmons

Students meet tech industry leaders in inspiring event

Dan Parry sliced his thumb off in a DIY accident but had it saved by surgeons at LGI.

Exclusive Man hails 'phenomenal' surgeons for reattaching severed thumb

Education

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

18 best secondary schools for GCSEs as application deadline nears

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

23 best-rated nurseries in Leeds for behaviour as ranked by Ofsted in 2026 so far.

The 23 best behaved nurseries as ranked by Ofsted in 2026 so far

Geography students at Bishop Young CofE Academy proudly present their Geographical Association Secondary Geography Quality Mark certificate.

Secondary school 'incredibly proud' as it scoops top national award

Temporary classrooms were installed to ease disruption caused by the discovery of Raac at St Thomas à Becket school, in Wakefield

Major shake-up planned for school after RAAC safety concerns

What is Nurosym? The wellness device featured in Netflix’s Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

What is Nurosym and how does the wearable wellness device work?

The Royal College of Emergency Medicine has revealed that almost all its senior doctors – who run Northern Ireland’s Emergency Departments – are very worried about pressures they will face this winter.

Senior doctors to strike for two days in November

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

Liz's husband Rob Keat accepting the award from Michelle Bateman, Deputy Chief Nursing Officer for England

Leeds nurse’s legacy honoured with prestigious national award

Opinion

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

From the unwritten "pumpkin rule" and teenage boundary-pushing to fears for vulnerable neighbours and nostalgia for Mischief Night, Yorkshire Evening Post reade...

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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?

YEP readers share what they miss from the city of old Benjamin Jackson

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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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'How social media took me from food reviews to Robot Wars legends' Danny Mei Lan Malin

On-going roadworks for the final phase of the bus, pedestrians and cyclists scheme along the A660 from Headingley to Leeds city centre.

Leeds readers reveal one thing they think the city desperately needs

Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivering his keynote speech during the Labour Party Conference at the ACC Liverpool.

‘Brilliant’ or ‘picking on pensioners’ Readers on triple lock shake-up

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The ATX Luggage 21-inch hard-shell cabin suitcase has a 33-litre capacity, four dual spinner wheels and a built-in three-digit lock.

This ATX cabin suitcase is now £25, saving almost £10

Gladiators has been a big hit on the BBC and fans can see their heroes live in November and December

Half-price Gladiators tickets for show little boy calls 'best ever’

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Retekess will present product options for different tourism scenarios alongside solutions for corporate events and training

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A new postgraduate qualification designed specifically for professional tutors aims to give families a clearer picture of the training behind a tutor's work

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Hisense marked television's 100th anniversary with an immersive RGB MiniLED showcase in central London

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