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Armed police swoop on Leeds street after man attacked with bladed weapon
An air ambulance was also at the scene
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Bomb squad called to Leeds garden after 'suspicious object' found
The object had been dug up at a home
Leeds City Council hires private firm in £12m deal to cut social care costs
Leeds City Council is paying Newton Consulting almost £12m to help cut costs in its social care and housing departments
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11 massive Leeds gigs, events and theatre shows to look forward to this June
Lily Allen and Barry Manilow will be some of the big names making appearances in Leeds
Leeds lap dancing club licence granted despite fears over location
The sexual entertainment venue has been operating since 2017.
'My Northern nutter' - Spice Girls lead tributes to Mel B on her birthday
Victoria Beckham and her fellow Spice Girls have led the birthday tributes for their bandmate Melanie Brown.
Sticks & Glass: The Leeds production company linked to Welcome to Wrexham and women's football
Verdy Oliver and Adam Bennett took a ‘punt’ on setting up a production company in Leeds – now their footprint is all over TV. John Blow reports.
Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards: Sector offers hope amid rising youth unemployment
A record number of entries have been received for this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards, at a time when employers in other sectors warn that entry-level roles for young people are disappearing.
Asda joins forces with Ocado Group to enhance online grocery service
The Leeds-based supermarket chain Asda has announced a partnership with Ocado Group to boost online grocery services.
Warning issued to motorists as M62 Leeds shuts for full weekend - everything you need to know
The M62 will be closed from 9pm on Friday night
Leeds Festival adds huge band to 2026 line up as 'special guests'
Leeds Festival 2026 will take place at Bramham Park over the August bank holiday weekend
From ghost final to long-awaited Wembley moment: Rhyse Martin eyes last shot at Challenge Cup glory
There was no talk of retirement when Rhyse Martin spoke earlier this week.
Convicted rapist jailed for life after murdering 21-year-old woman who rejected him
A convicted rapist who murdered a young woman in a sadistic and sexually motivated attack after she rejected him has been jailed for at least 33 years.
Aggressive begging in Leeds is ruining days out for visitors: Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Mr MJ Thompson, Cantley, Doncaster.
Health warning issued after people fall ill following Botox-style cosmetic procedures in Leeds area
Health officials have issued a warning after several people from Leeds and surrounding areas suffered serious reactions following cosmetic procedures involving botulinum toxin injections.
Mel B used to have a totally different stage name – and it's not Scary Spice
Mel B debuted her solo gig while still a member of the Spice Girls by collaborating with Missy Elliott on the single "I Want You Back". However, she soon surprised fans by temporarily changing her stage name
How Leeds is looking to the past to help shape the city's future
A rich ribbon of culture is at the core of Leeds's heritage scene, from its great historic buildings and vibrant festivals to the beating heart of its industrial past.
Leeds jeweller speaks out on suggestive sign that's been 'cracking people up'
Dion has said the sign 'evolved' over time
The Kings Arms, York: Daughter of former owners of historic Yorkshire pub recalls her ‘flooded’ wedding day at the Ouse Bridge Inn
The daughter of the former owners of a historic Yorkshire pub has recalled her wedding day at the pub which floods every year - including on the day of her wedding reception.
Key figure in Leeds United's Elland Road expansion set to move on
Leeds United chief business officer Morrie Eisenberg is leaving the club this summer, it has been confirmed.