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'I want to help elderly people in Yorkshire so I clean their patios for free'

A man has been spending his weekends and days off doing something totally heartwarming, rather than just hitting the pubs or clubs with his best mates. Instead, he's helping elderly people in Yorkshire

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9 amazing Leeds gigs, festivals and events to look forward to in August

Leeds Festival will see some of the biggest names in music come to the city in August

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Growing concern for Leeds girl, 15, missing for almost two days

Harleen has been reported missing from Armley

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KFC door smashed to pieces in Harehills after 'machete attack'

An alleged machete attack took place at the branch this afternoon

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Review: The Maccabees, Kirkstall Abbey Live, Leeds

The much-missed London indie rock band have lost none of their emotional power after a nine-year hiatus.

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Investigation launched after man charged with Tracy Davenport's murder dies in custody

Colin Mann, 52, died in custody just one week after a woman's body was found

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Kenyan-born Islam expert named new Bishop of Leeds

Rt Revd Dr Toby Howarth will oversee area with three cathedrals, three minsters, over 440 parishes and 236 church schools

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Bulldogs, chihuahuas and 65 other dog breeds could soon be banned

67 breeds could soon join the banned list over selective breeding welfare concerns

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Analysis: Westminster still doesn't understand the benefits of devolution

While up in Yorkshire, mayors and others reacted positively to handing over to the new Prime Minister handing over a portion of business rates in 2027 and income tax in 2028, in Westminster the response was largely bafflement.

Leeds Live - News

Man charged with murder of Leeds woman Tracy Davenport dies in prison custody

Colin Mann was taken to Armley Prison only a week ago

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Moods at First White Cloth Hall, Leeds: New all-day cafe, bar and events venue opens in one of Yorkshire’s historic buildings

A relaxed-luxury all-day cafe, bar and events venue called Moods opens to the public at First White Cloth Hall in Leeds.

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Commonwealth Games: Leeds' Katy Marchant proud at ability to remain competitive

KATY MARCHANT is refusing to be disappointed after missing out on a medal in the individual sprint at the Commonwealth Games.

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Leeds maternity scandal: Andy Burnham pledges to meet families saying 'we won't let what happened be forgotten'

More than 50 Leeds families have now instructed legal firm Irwin Mitchell to represent them in claims of failures in maternity care, however lawyers say this could be the “tip of the iceberg”.

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Meet the finalists: Community heroes honoured at HelloHope awards

Business leaders who are working to improve mental health across the North of England will be celebrated at a major awards ceremony later this year.

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Rachel Riley says she and Pasha have 'work to do' after child's surprising comment

Countdown star Rachel Riley has been trying to teach her children the value of money and was left stunned when her daughter said she thought credit cards were free money

Yorkshire Post Leeds

'Unique platform': UKREiiF organiser posts major rise in turnover and profits as Leeds event grows

The company behind the huge annual UKREiiF real estate industry conference in Leeds has almost doubled its profits as the event continues to grow in popularity.

Leeds Live - News

'Generic and impersonal email told me my rapist could be set free - our trauma doesn't matter'

'We are living in fear every day that our voices aren't heard, our justice isn't served and our trauma doesn't matter."

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Micklefield Park: Rawdon historic villa could become flats

A historic west Leeds villa could be converted into flats if plans can be agreed with the city council.

Yorkshire Post Leeds

'Unique platform': UKREiiF organiser posts major rise in turnover and profits as Leeds event grows

The company behind the huge annual UKREiiF real estate industry conference in Leeds has almost doubled its profits as the event continues to grow in popularity.

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Leeds Rhinos v Toulouse Olympique: Brad Arthur warns there can be no repeat of 'burning' defeat

Brad Arthur admits the recent defeat at Castleford Tigers is still "burning" in the back of his head as Leeds Rhinos prepare for another potential banana skin.