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Leeds City Council, which unveiled a series of proposed cost-cutting measures this week, said it could save around £660,000 over the next five years if it ends its lease at the Thwaite Watermill museum in Stourton. Photo: Simon Hulme.

Well-loved museum looks set to close amid council's financial woes

Rick Astley will visit Scarborough Open Air Theatre in July 2024

Rick Astley announces headline show Live at Scarborough Open Air Theatre

Ministers have said that this was a Budget for working people, but this claim doesn’t stand up to scrutiny. Photo: Getty Images

Jon Trickett MP responds to the Autumn Budget Statement

Busted are coming to Scarborough's Open Air Theatre on August 31, 2024.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre to welcome pop punk stars Busted

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Undated handout photo issued by Mirror Group Newspapers of Alford Gardner meeting the Prince of Wales at his home in Leeds West Yorkshire, as part of Pride of Britain. William has paid tribute to one of only two surviving passengers of the Empire Windrush who worked to break down racial barriers by setting up Britain's first Caribbean cricket club. William visited 97-year-old Alford Gardner at his home in Leeds, West Yorkshire, for ITV's Pride Of Britain: A Windrush Special documentary, before taking him to Headingley cricket ground to a surprise celebration with cricketing stars. Issue date: Thursday October 19, 2023. PA Photo. See PA story ROYAL Windrush. Photo credit should read: Mirror Group Newspapers/PA Wire

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Prince of Wales visits Windrush passenger who 'changed the lives of so many'

A Black Country boozer called The Tilted Barrel where pool balls 'roll uphill' is now Britain's wonkiest pub following the loss of the Crooked House.

Britain’s newly crowned ‘wonkiest pub’ set to go on auction

Hartshead Moor East is the least popular motorway services out of 120 analysed. Picture: Google

Motorway service station ranked worst in Britain for second year in a row

The Great British Bake Off 2023: How to play Fantasy Bake Off

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The best TV shows to watch this week including Bake Off

Great British Bake Off: Meet the new bakers for season 14

The blue plaque was unveiled by Jane Taylor, the chair of Leeds Civic Trust, performers Shawn Ashworth and Chris Barltop, circus historian Dr Steve Ward and performer Deborah Sanderson.

Best pictures as blue plaque unveiled for Britain's first black circus owner

Celebrities who have defended Russell Brand including Andrew Tate

Could you open your door to offer a safe foster home to a vulnerable asylum-seeking child like this Syrian girl – find out how

Ad Feature Help vulnerable asylum-seeking children by becoming a foster carer

Areas with worst bakers revealed ahead of new GBBO season

Britain's first black circus owner Pablo Fanque is set to be honoured with a blue plaque that will be unveiled on Lands Lane, Leeds, on September 16.

Blue plaque for Britain's first black circus owner set to be unveiled

Enjoy these photo memories of Middleton Park High School.

23 photos you'll only understand if you were a Middleton Park High School pupil

The 1975 announce ‘Still… At Their Very Best’ UK tour including Glasgow & London - list of dates & tickets

The 1975 announce massive UK tour 2024 - List of dates & tickets

Man in his 40s dies at Britain’s biggest outdoor waterpark

Enjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in 1993.

18 photos take you back to Leeds in 1993

Carl Falconer who has been going to The Tilted Barrel pub for about 40 years.

Inside Britain’s new wonkiest pub The Tilted Barrel

An ultra rare coin minted for one of Britain's shortest-ruling monarchs is expected to fetch up to £200,000 when it goes under the hammer next month. The Edward VIII half-crown coin was minted but never issued due to his controversial abdication - and is one of only six still known to exist.

‘Ultra rare’ abdication king’s coin to raise £200,000 at auction

Patricia Bredin, Britain’s first ever contestant at the Eurovision Song Contest, has died aged 88

Britain’s first Eurovision singer, Patricia Bredin, has died aged 88

Fire crews at The Crooked House pub

Britain’s ‘wonkiest pub’ catches fire one month after break-in

Kate Haley said "We need our wilkos back."

Wilko on the brink of collapse putting 12,000 jobs at risk

Iain Hughes went missing during a charity swim in the English Channel

Body found in search for firefighter missing in English Channel

A lottery ticket for the EuroMillions draw

Euromillions: The most and least common winning EuroMillions numbers

The Hare and Hounds in Tingley and Pinnacle Beer and Gin Hall in Leeds city centre have been shortlisted for the Great British Pub Awards 2023 (Photo by James Hardisty/Pinnacle Beer and Gin Hall)

Two of city's pubs announced as finalists for national awards

A ticket-holder based somewhere in the UK has won a life-changing £111.7 million in the Euromillions, Camelot has said. Credit: Getty Images

National lottery winning numbers for huge £7.5million jackpot

Morrissey playing at the Millennium Square in Leeds. Photo: James Pawlowski

Review: Morrissey revels in his divisive status at Millennium Square show

Windmill house for sale: Inside this seven-storey converted home with a penthouse suite - pictures

Iconic windmill home for sale with winding seven-storey staircase

Residents rave about ‘Britain’s politest parking note’ as anonymous author makes hilarious request

Residents stumble upon ‘Britain’s politest parking note’ left on car

Cherie Lunghi. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney)

Going Green : Make your barbecue environment friendly

This toxic plant is harmful to humans, as its chemicals can cause significant wounds to the skin. While for some, it is just a burning sensation, for others, it can cause permanent scars. This is why giant hogweed is considered illegal and the fines can go up to £5,000. They can be recognised by their large white flowers and towering height.

Giant hogweed warning after man left with scarring

Heavy showers and thunderstorms are likely to develop across Yorkshire. Picture: Bruce Rollinson

Met Office issues yellow warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain

Ofsted inspectors visiting Meadowfield Primary School in April were full of praise for the continued excellence. Picture: Tony Johnson

Ofsted praise for school encouraging values of 'self-worth and resilience'

Interest rates are set to rise again

Millions of homeowners issued warning as mortgages set to rise again

Jodie Comer is in the running to play the next James Bond after her Tony award win for Prima Facie.

Who is the next James Bond? Bookies odds on Jodie Comer playing 007

Top 10 most popular walks in Britain according to OS Map app data

Helen Skelton and co-star to try black pudding throwing at Bury Market

Meet the woman whose van lifestyle has allowed her to save more than £22k - and live in one of Britain’s poshest areas rent-free.

Van-dweller saves £22,000 and lives in posh areas rent-free

Thousands of driving tests cancelled in June as examiners strike

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Everything you need to know about Elton John in Leeds this week