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The Prodigy, 21 Savage and Jorja Smith joins the 2024 Leeds Festival line-up. (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Leeds Festival announces additional acts for 2024 line-up

Ian Sanders, 42, of Ettrick Avenue, Bellshill, Scotland, was given a suspended sentence at Leeds Crown Court on November 27 after pleading guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, attempting to incite a child to engage in sexual activity, and two counts of making an indecent image of a child. The offences were committed while he was living in Wakefield. Photo: National World.

'Isolated' pervert caught in paedophile hunters sting

Mark Owens and Liz Cottam's The Owl has launched its new menus.

Leeds restaurant launch new menus with brunch and 'affordable options'

St James Street and Crossley Street in Wetherby are to remain closed for a further week. Picture: Google

Leeds council issue statement as closure of key route extended

The Aldi store in Meanwood is set to be upgraded. Picture by Simon Hulme

Aldi supermarket set for upgrade as part of £22m transformation plan

Jet2holidays have announced Symi to their list of Summer 24 destinations from Leeds Bradford Airport. Picture by Jet2holidays

Jet2 announces new Summer 2024 destination from Leeds Bradford Airport

The menu includes a turkey and cranberry “sausage” roll topped with sage and black onion seeds and served with an orange, spiced carrot and pumpkin Christmas ketchup.

LNER unveils Christmas menu with new festive cocktail

This three bedroom family home in Roundhay is on the market.

Inside this modern Leeds family home with stunning interior and garden

The band will play at the historic venue in Halifax next summer

Cool British punk band latest act to be announced for Halifax's Piece Hall

Here are 8 of the best places to grab a vegan Christmas dinner in Leeds including Lamb and Flag.

Eight of the best places to grab a vegan Christmas dinner

Sub-zero temperatures are forecast for the coming days in Leeds

Met Office extends snow and ice warning as freezing temperatures predicted

The Coca-Cola Christmas truck will arrive in Leeds on Thursday

Iconic Coca-Cola Christmas truck to visit shopping centre for festive event

Stourton services will operate up to every 20 minutes on Thursday-Saturday with a Sunday timetable also reintroduced.

Full timetable service changes as Park & Ride frequency increase announced

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Leeds United Latest

TOP QUALITY - Georginio Rutter on his way to scoring Leeds United's second goal against Michael Duff's Swansea City, in a 3-1 home win at Elland Road. Pic: Bruce Rollinson.

Duff issues Leeds 'Premier League' verdict
Swansea City boss Michael Duff said Leeds United’s ‘devastating’ attackers and their Premier League quality made the difference at Elland Road as the Whites won 3-1.

DIFFICULT DECISION - Daniel Farke said the decision to leave Luke Ayling out of the Leeds United squad for the win over Swansea City was among his most difficult ever, as a manager. Pic: Bruce Rollinson

Farke's surprise 'spotlight' from Swans win

7 - Stranded for the goal through no fault of his own, punched a corner clear decisively and had little else to do.

Graham Smyth's Leeds player ratings v Swansea

EAR WE GO: Georginio Rutter celebrates firing Leeds United in front. Picture by Bruce Rollinson.

Leeds 3 Swansea 1: Whites survive early mayhem with boost as rivals falter

Live Leeds v Swansea live: Updates and analysis from Elland Road

Leeds Rhinos

Rohan Smith is set to appoint a full-time captain. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Rohan Smith set to appoint new captain as he addresses recruitment situation

Rohan Smith's side have linked up with Halifax. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Rhinos enter new dual-registration partnership with Championship club

Tom Nicholson-Watton applauds Rhinos' fans after last year's Boxing Day game. Picture by Steve Riding.

Rhinos rookie Nicholson-Watton aims for the top

Leeds Sport

NO DEAL - Coventry City have rejected Leeds United's reciprocal ticket offer for the game at Elland Road in December and the return fixture in April. Pic: Getty

Championship club take issue with Leeds offer

The young Frenchman has been solid in goal for Leeds this season and more confident looking than he was last term, when his struggles and that of his team led to him being dropped. There's no signs of that kind of crisis this season under Daniel Farke.

Three changes in predicted XI for Swans

SELECTION: From Leeds United boss Daniel Farke, above. Photo by George Wood/Getty Images.

Leeds star makes injury return but defender missing v Swansea

'Fond of' - club reveals transfer stance on Leeds United player

Championship attendance table and how Leeds United compare to rivals

'Burning desire' - Junior Firpo reported stance on Leeds United future

STICKING AROUND: Leeds Knights' captain Kieran Brown was more than happy to put pen to paper on a new deal, keeping him with the team until the end of the 2024-25 NIHL National campaign. Picture: Jacob Lowe/Leeds Knights.

Brown happy to play the long game with 'special' Knights

Leeds United's Elland Road.

Leeds Elland Road news: 'major firm', 'agreement', plan change

Welcome home: Alistair Brownlee crosses the line to win the ITU World Series event in his home city of Leeds for a second time. Next year he is ambassador for the UK Corporate Games in the city. (Picture: Tony Johnson)

Alistair Brownlee on Jonny's Paris 2024 chances and UK Corporate Games in Leeds

Property

This three bedroom home with lots of character is on the market.

Inside this Leeds family home full of character with stunning garden

This newly built four-bedroom family home in Kirkstall is on the market.

See inside this newly built Leeds home for sale near Kirkstall Abbey

This period property in the sought after village of Oulton is steeped in history and has been stylishly refurbished to a high standard.

19 photos of this timeless cottage featuring bespoke kitchen and chic fire pit

This property is set in a Conservation area and dates back to circa 1640. Take a look inside...

Inside breathtaking 17th century cottage with exposed wood and home gym

Retro

Shops on Coldcotes Circus in Gipton, from left Carlton Store then N.S. News, newsagent and The Thistle off-licence.

22 photos take you back to 1982

Enjoy these photo memories celebrating a year in the life of Leeds in the mid-1950s. PIC: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

18 nostalgic photos capture life around the city in 1955

Enjoy these photo memories from around Hunslet in the 1950s. PIC: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

16 historic gems celebrate Hunslet in the 1950s

Town Street in June 1931. On the left, part of display window for Maypole dairy number 192 which has a white lamp outside. Next number 190 premises of Miss Hilda Baltye, ironmonger. Entrance to Spring Street can be seen. In the road a Co-op bakery delivery vehicle is parked outside store. On the right is the Lido Cinema. Built in 1912 as the Palace. In 1929 talking pictures arrived, the cinema was refitted and the name was changed to the Lido. In this photograph, Ken Maynard is starring in 'Sons of the Saddle'. On the gable end, a poster advertises 'Outside the Law' starring Mary Nolan. To the right of the cinema, a notice board gives details of shopping facilities in Bramley, the board shaped like a gothic window is advertising Leeds Permanent Building Society.

14 bold photos take you back to Bramley in the 1930s

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Best in Leeds

The Black Bull, located on Town Street in Horsforth, has been acquired by Horsforth Brewery. It is now named The Bull.

Look inside this popular Leeds pub that was taken over by a popular brewery

Joe Browns is opening in the White Rose Shopping Centre Leeds next month. Photo: Joe Browns

Fashion retailer announces opening date for new store in Leeds shopping centre

The Black Bull has been taken over by Horsforth Brewery, which will transform the venue into a sports pub. It is due to open on November 24. Photo: Google

Popular brewery transforms historic pub into a sports venue with craft beer

What I thought of an Indian restaurant in Leeds that doesn't serve curries

What's On

The Christmas Market is back in Leeds alongside a programme of family-friendly events and experiences. Photo: National World

Tour of the magical Leeds Christmas Market as it returns with 59 traders

Robbie Williams live at Roundhay Park, Leeds, in 2006. Photo: Dan Oxtoby

Robbie Williams says 2006 show was the 'most traumatic' of his life

There are some huge names playing in Halifax in 2024

13 great concerts coming to Halifax's Piece Hall in summer 2024

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Hibiscus Rising, a new sculpture by international artist Yinka Shonibare unveiled in Leeds, as part of LEEDS 2023, Year of Culture. Co-commissioned by The David Oluwale Memorial Association. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

New 9m tall sculpture in memory of David Oluwale unveiled as a symbol of 'unity'

Tickets for Leeds Festival 2024 go on sale this week. (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Here is how to get tickets for Leeds Festival 2024 at Bramham Park

PJ Harvey is coming to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Indie superstar is latest act announced for Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Business

Actress Katherine Kelly cut the ribbon officially opening The Distillery by Forged Spirits.

Wakefield-based distillery opens new venue with bar and 'gin school'

Owner Alex Papaioannou outside his fish and chip shop, The Bearded Sailor. The chippy has just been named one of the UK's top fish and chip shops by the National Federation of Fish Friers. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Award-winning chippy 'honoured' to be one of the UK's top fish and chip shops

Amy is appealing for help after their Burley Road, Kirkstall bakery was forced to close. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Award-winning cookie business launches GoFundMe after bakery forced to close

Flat Iron will bring their affordable steaks to the north of England for the first time as the Leeds restaurant opens its doors on November 30.

Steakhouse unveils opening date for new Leeds restaurant

Lifestyle

Tram 534 pictured on Wellington Street on route 534 to Cross Gates. Number 42 bus to Lower Wortley can also be seen. Pictured in September 1954.

14 nostalgic photos take you back to the city centre in 1954

The flagship Gascoigne House scheme, on Middleton Park Avenue in Middleton, has 60 apartments for older people who need on-site care and support. Photo: Leeds City Council

Multi-million pound 'flagship' housing scheme welcomes first residents

Enjoy these photo memories of Leeds in 1981.

18 photos to take you back to 1981

Enjoy these photo memories of The Beatles in Leeds. PIC: West Yorkshire Archive Service

When Beatlemania swept across the city

UK Trending

Royal Mail have confirmed the final dates for posting.

Royal Mail Christmas posting dates 2023 confirmed

Will Jamie Lynn Spears still get paid if she quits I’m A Celeb? (ITV)

Jamie-Lynn Spears leaves I'm A Celebrity jungle on medical grounds

Full calendar of celestial events to look out for in 2024

Spotify Wrapped 2023 is available now

Spotify Wrapped: How to find yours as 2023 feature released

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Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Shaz Ahmed is the owner of Rejuvaskin, which has opened its second store in Albion Street.

First look inside new luxury clinic in city centre

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The Cyberster shown in Leeds ahead of sales launch in 2024

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