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Leeds bomb squad called LIVE updates as suspicious object found
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Vile man who laughed as online group encouraged American to take his own life jailed
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'Big regeneration opportunity': National Wealth Fund to support £1.3bn Don Valley Corridor ambitions
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'Really significant sums': National Wealth Fund boss hails £10bn investment milestone for Leeds institution
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'Aging and unloved' Leeds building transformed into new office space
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Two former council staff arrested amid 'bribery' investigation - police statement
The two men were questioned as part of an ongoing inquiry by the Economic Crime Unit
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'Thought-provoking' drama filmed in Bradford that left viewers in tears now streaming
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Flutter Entertainment: Sky Betting & Gaming owner to delist from London Stock Exchange
Flutter Entertainment, the online sports betting and gaming company, has announced that it plans to delist from the London Stock Exchange.
Hunt for Hunslet necklace grabber as police probe launched
A man made off with the woman's necklace while snatching it from behind as she sat on a bench
Frustration as less than 10% Leeds school care plans delivered on time
Just 7.4 per cent of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) were issued within the 20-week statutory deadline in Leeds, as demand for SEND support rises