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'Going above and beyond' - Leeds plumber helping those who really need it in the darkest of times

Plumber John has dedicated his life to helping those in need

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The amazing spirit of a big night out in Leeds with 21 brilliant photos

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'I thought strange taste was my asthma - then doctor told me to go to hospital'

'I was the fittest I’d ever been in my life and I’d gone from feeling a bit tired and having a strange taste in my mouth, to being told my kidneys were failing'

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King's Birthday Honours 2026: Kevin Sinfield knighted for his MND fundraising

Kevin Sinfield has vowed to use his status as rugby league’s second ever knight to step up his inspirational battle to aid further research into Motor Neurone Disease.

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Vile man who laughed as online group encouraged American to take his own life jailed

Dylan Phelan, who kept a recording of vulnerable Travis Dyer taking his own life, has been jailed

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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

Yorkshire Post Leeds

The Entrepreneur Festival: UKREiiF founder reveals plans for major new business event in Leeds next summer

The man who founded a nationally-significant real estate conference which brings thousands of people to Leeds each year is creating another major event in the city.

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'Thought-provoking' drama filmed in Bradford that left viewers in tears now streaming

Ali and Ava, the romantic British drama set in Bradford starring Claire Rushbrook and Adeel Akhtar, is free to watch on BBC iPlayer and leaving viewers in tears

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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.

Leeds Live - News

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

Leeds Live - News

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

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Murder probe launched after woman, 51, found dead in Leeds

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 51-year-old woman was found dead at a property in Leeds.

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Leeds murder investigation after woman found dead and man fights for life

Man held on suspicion of murder

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'I feel like an empty shell after what he did to me' says brave mum of 3

Mum left injured after headbutting attack in front of children

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Gig review: Tamikrest at Belgrave Music Hall, Leeds

The newly expanded Tuareg desert blues band subtly shake off tradition-minded stylistic constraints.

Leeds Live - News

Dozens arrested as Leeds police swoop on domestic and child abuse suspects

Victims have been encouraged to come forward

Yorkshire Post Leeds

North Star Coffee opens new site in historic Leeds city centre shopping centre

Victoria Leeds has welcomed independent Leeds-based coffee roasters, North Star Coffee, to the Victoria Quarter shopping centre.

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Hull KR v York Knights: Willie Peters talks up crucial period for Super League champions

Willie Peters believes the next three weeks will provide a clearer indication of Hull KR's title prospects.

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Exciting new opening launches in the heart of Leeds city centre

Many will be delighted to see it open

Yorkshire Post Leeds

Blacks Solicitors delivers record financial year alongside new brand

The Yorkshire-based law firm Blacks has delivered record turnover over its last financial year and launched a new brand identity to support its growth.