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Leeds shopkeepers 'terrified' of confronting thieves after city unveiled as shoplifting capital
Independent shopkeepers spoke about methods thieves use
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Man suffers serious facial injuries in Leeds nightclub assault
The police have now issued a CCTV image of a man they would like to identify
Police launch search for Leeds man wanted for breaching order
Jamie Stogdale is wanted after breaching a non-molestation order
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Forever homes found for Leeds puppies abandoned in woodland
Abandoned at just six weeks old, this litter of five Lurcher puppies was found in a woodland in Middleton Woods
Northern Powerhouse Rail: Building a future young people can stay for - Sir Keir Starmer
I was proud to go to university in Yorkshire. I still am. Which is why it struck me then – and strikes me now – when local young people tell me that they’re preparing to leave.That’s not because they’re not proud of where they come from. You’ll struggle to find many places in the country...
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Leeds man set to appear in court charged with historic sexual offences including rape
A man from Leeds is set to be appear in court charged with historic sexual offences.
Leeds city centre unveiled as the nation's shoplifting capital
More retail theft was recorded in Leeds City Centre than anywhere else in England and Wales
Harvey Nichols: Leeds department store revamps UK loyalty scheme with bigger customer discounts and rewards
The luxury retailer says its refreshed approach is built around how customers actually shop today 🛍️
Rachel Reeves banned from Yorkshire shops in her own constituency amid business rates backlash
Rachel Reeves has been banned from shops in her own constituency as frustrated business owners say soaring rates and taxes are pushing independent retailers to breaking point.
Four legendary Leeds Indian restaurants and takeaways named among the UK's very best
The British Indian Good Food Guide includes popular Leeds restaurants
Gogglebox Izzi Warner shares hilarious mishap after very relatable fashion fail
Izzi Warner was left stranded
High street chain trading since 1988 closing 9 stores this weekend
River Island will close 33 stores across the UK as part of major restructuring, with 9 shops shutting on January 18
Gig review: The Molotovs at The Lending Room, Leeds
The hotly-tipped trio, fronted by siblings Mathew and Issey Cartlidge, showcase songs from their debut album.
ITV Emmerdale fans say 'not making any sense' in 'who killed Ray?' murder mystery
Emmerdale has its latest murder mystery as fans try and work out who else might have died
Harry Brook retained as Northern Superchargers become Sunrisers Leeds
Two months after Andrew Flintoff confirmed his departure as head coach, Sunrisers Leeds - the newly rebranded franchise formerly known as Northern Superchargers - have turned to Daniel Vettori to coach Harry Brook’s men into what promises to be The Hundred’s most transformative season yet.
Leeds United star Daniel James surprises staff during a visit to a Leeds city centre restaurant
The team were delighted by the visit from the Leeds United footballer
Three amazing Leeds chippies named among the UK's very best
The winners of the 2026 Fry Awards have been announced
M621 traffic live updates as crash causes rush-hour delays
We will bring you the latest updates on the M621 congestion through our live blog
'Enchanting' village just outside Leeds home to England's oldest pub
Bardsey is home to a pub with with stone dating back 1,000 years
Leeds mobile speed camera locations this week
These cameras are set up in known casualty zones