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Major dual carriageway reopened after serious collision
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The annual Cookridge Community 10k and Fun Run took place on May 8 with more than 500 runners getting involved.

Eight of the best pictures from Cookridge Community Run 2023

Experts warn that these common foods can increase cancer risk

Professor of gastrointestinal cancer research at the University of Leeds, Professor Matthew Seymour, said "timing is everything" when it comes to treating colon cancer.

Colon cancer study offers hope

She was selected to present the awards, taking on co-host duties with fellow cancer survivor Connor.

Leeds girl who lost leg to cancer becomes award ceremony host

Yaseen Patel - who used to weigh 205kg (32st 4lbs) - signed up for the bout and completed the gruelling training regime to improve his fitness and show that 'anyone can do this'. Image: Solent News Agency

Engineer loses 100kg ahead of boxing match

The event is expected to raise up to £110,000 for Cancer Research UK, which funds research in the fight against cancer.

Pictures as hundreds brave the rain for Cancer Research UK Shine Night Walk

The walkers, known as ‘Shiners’, will be wearing glow in the dark T-shirts and accessories and people of all abilities can get involved.

Almost 1,000 to walk in support of Cancer Research UK

Camden brewery has launched a new drink

Camden Town Brewery x Fawcett Society launch Arsenal women’s pint glass

Stride by stride, people in Leeds can help beat cancer when Cancer Research UK’s 10k Shine Night Walk returns to light up the city’s streets on Friday 21 October. To enter or volunteer visit shinewalk.org.

How to sign up to the Cancer Research night walk

It has been over a decade since Peter Kay last toured the UK. Picture date: Saturday April 23, 2022. Picture: PA Wire/PA Images

Peter Kay tour 2023: Could comedian perform in Leeds?

Fundraisers tackle the Pretty Muddy course at Temple Newsam Park.

11 of the best pictures from the Pretty Muddy race at Temple Newsam Park

There was a real spirit of camaraderie as runners came together at Temple Newsam Park. Pictures by Richard Walker/ImageNorth.

Leeds Race for Life: 15 inspiring pictures of runners at Temple Newsam Park

On Saturday, May 14, over 2.200 will be taking on Pretty Muddy, a mud-splattered obstacle course. There’s a Pretty Muddy Kids version too.

Competitors race to raise money as Race for Life returns to Leeds this weekend

Nichola and Greg celebrating baby Oscar's first birthday - and the completion of Nichola's 310,000 steps challenge.

Mum diagnosed with cancer while pregnant walks 310,000 charity steps with baby

Photo: PA

Fears raised over late diagnoses 'cancer catastrophe' in Leeds

The Race for Life events take place at  Temple Newsam Park over the weekend of Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15, where women, men and children of all ages and abilities can choose an event to suit them.

Leeds Race for Life: Cancer Research UK confirm 2022 dates

Photo: PA

Fears raised over late diagnoses 'cancer catastrophe' in Leeds

Andy Benson.

Why a Leeds United fan was the talk of the Toon at a charity boxing match

Anneeka Hussain, aged nine, received a Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People Star Award as part of a virtual ceremony hosted by the charity. She was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer, which sadly resulted in her losing her left leg.

Brave Leeds schoolgirl who lost leg due to bone cancer given special award

The HPV vaccine is offered to girls and boys aged 12 and 13 years old (Photo: Getty Images)

HPV vaccine hailed life-saving as cervical cancer rates drop - who can get it?

Enter now at: raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.

Final call to join Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Leeds

The blood test can pinpoint exactly where in the body the disease is coming from (Photo: Getty Images)

New NHS blood test detects more than 50 types of cancer before symptoms show

People across Leeds are being urged to support TK Maxx’s Give Up Clothes for Good campaign, which raises vital funds for Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People.

Leeds shoppers urged to clear out their wardrobe to help in fight against cancer

Cancer Research UK has created easy-to-remember advice on how to stay safe in the sun.

Leeds August heatwave: Urgent advice issued on how to stay safe in the sun

The Cancer Research UK team welcome customers.

Cancer Research UK: Leeds charity superstore doubles in size

People are being urged to look beyond lockdown by making a date to join Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Leeds.

Determined fundraisers vow to Race for Life in Leeds this autumn

Pictured: The warm-up from Bramham Park Fun Run 2019.

Date is set for the return of Bramham Park Fun Run

The University of Leeds. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Leeds study leads to hope of artificial intelligence being used to help treat ad...

Andrew Shippey with daugher Evie, three, and son Toby, 10.

Leeds cancer survivor and family to Race for Life at home

Enjoy these photo memories of Rothwell in 2003. PIC: Jonathan Gawthorpe

14 photo memories of Rothwell in 2003

Catherine Meeson with therapy horse, JD.

Leeds cancer survivor and her therapy horse in Race For Life at Home

Amelia Waterhouse and Florrie Kamstra, aged 22, will walk a marathon for cancer charity after Amelia's parents were both diagnosed within a year of each other

Leeds nurse to walk marathon for cancer as both parents diagnosed within a year

Ellie Coopland with Fellman the dog.

Leeds cancer survivor takes the lead to support charity's life-saving mission

Vicky Peck with husband James, who was by her side during her battle with incurable cancer.

How 'incredible' MuchLoved page for Leeds woman has spread joy

Cancer survivor Emma Harling is calling on people in West Yorkshire to donate or get a Cancer Research UK Unity Band ahead of World Cancer Day on February 4. Money raised helps fund the charity’s research to ensure more people like Emma survive cancer.

Young Leeds cancer survivor urges people to unite for World Cancer Day

Eight-year-old Mollie Horner walked 20 miles in the snow for her granddad (photo: Macmillan)

Leeds girl urges 'go to cancer check-ups' after granddad's fourth diagnosis

Those who found a bouquet were encouraged to share where they found it on social media using the hashtag #LeavingSmilesUK so its journey could be tracked to see how far smiles had been spread across the UK.

West Yorkshire flower company sends more than 500 free bouquets to 'spread joy'

Kerry Horner nominated her daughter Mollie for the Yorkshire Evening Post Big Thank You Awards (photo: Kerry Horner)

Big Thank You Award nomination for girl, 8, who raised £500 for charity

You can donate your Tesco Clubcard points to help people in need - here’s how

Liz Ellwood wiith son Dalton, in their ballerina suits

This mum and son need support from people of Leeds

The supermarket introduced a charity scheme during the pandemic allowing shoppers to contribute spare pennies. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Tesco accused of rounding up shopping bills to the nearest pound - without permi...

The charity warns that members of the public need to be careful about sun exposure, even in the UK (Photo: Shutterstock)

Skin cancer deaths have risen 150% since the 1970s - these are the signs and sym...

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