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Mayor pledges to have spades in ground by 2028
The number of homes available to rent in the city has fallen according to new figures
Yorkshire Evening Post readers told us what the one thing Leeds needs - and it’s no surprise that transport came up
From personal best chasers to first-time distance runners, athletes took to one of Leeds' most iconic green spaces for three challenging routes organised by Run Nation
A Bradford café has celebrated a double awards triumph.
It offers free services to the area and beyond, alongside a well-stocked charity shop selling everything from women’s dresses and musical instruments to sofas.
Chris Rhodes, 47, pulled down his side of the semi-detached property in Pudsey, making his neighbour's house unsellable
Steampunk fans and alternative fashion enthusiasts descended on Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills for the return of the popular two-day festival
The event will showcase some of the UK’s best emerging talent
Heated exchange over fire service recruitment scheme at authority meeting this week
Inspirational heritage hero is honoured as part of national campaign
A seven-bed barn conversion with countryside views is up for sale in Bradford.
A housing association is inviting residents to join a series of community clean-up events aimed at tackling litter and fly-tipping across the Bradford district.
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Young singers aged 9-19 can audition for the National Children’s Choir of Great Britain in Leeds on November 7, with free UK auditions and bursaries available.
GRANDPARENTS played an important role in many Bradford households back in the day; they certainly did for me.
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Bradford Council has threatened legal action against the owners of a former care home site in Low Moor following complaints over tree felling and an alleged boundary encroachment.
STUDENTS are reaching for the stars with a bold new mission.
The awards, presented by the Department for Education, recognise outstanding organisations, providers, and volunteers across England.
Next week sees the return of Leeds International Festival of Ideas
The Prime Minister called the drinking ban in the stands 'discrimination'
A prominent Bradford building has officially re-opened for businesses.
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