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Leeds-based Student Minds project receives grant to help improve mental wellbeing
Leeds-based national mental health charity Student Minds is launching a new pilot programme to support student leaders from racialised communities, thanks to a £15,000 grant.

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Emmerdale fans predict John Sugden's end - and it will be at the hands of soap legend he's scared of
John Sugden's stint in the village might be coming soon


Who is Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink? Strictly Come Dancing star's age, career and family
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is set to take part in BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, but what do we know about the ex-professional footballer?

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Social Care Leadership shortlisting for Yorkshire manager
A care manager from Leeds who supports adults with learning disabilities is being celebrated on the national stage.

Leeds-based charity Zarach receives £3,000 to help combat childhood bed poverty
Leeds-based charity Zarach is celebrating after receiving a donation of £3,000 to continue its work of ending bed poverty for children across the region.

15 of the best autumn walks in and around Leeds to experience before winter hits
Embrace the season before it becomes too cold with our pick of 15 magical walks in and around Leeds throughout the autumn months.


Leeds man arrested over 'terror plot' released after 12 days in custody
Four men have been released without charge following investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East


Yorkshire men arrested on suspicion of terrorism plot released without charge
Four men who were arrested over a week ago on suspicion of plotting acts of terrorism have been released without charge, police said.


Man due in court after alleged racist abuse aimed at Leeds United Players
Steven Patterson was arrested on suspicion of causing racially aggravated harrassment


Henrik Pedersen proud of Sheffield Wednesday's growth despite League Cup exit
Henrik Pedersen was proud of the performance of his young Sheffield Wednesday players, despite seeing their League Cup run ended by League Two Grimsby Town.


ITV Emmerdale fans know who can finally take down John Sugden - and it's not Robert
Fans think that it will be Victoria Sugden who deals John Sugden's killer blow


Emmerdale Dr Liam Cavanagh's prostate cancer storyline sparks charity response
Emmerdale's Dr Liam Cavanagh has been struggling with his health in recent weeks and has been left fearing the worst after his symptoms worsened


Leeds International Festival of Ideas is just one month away - full list of speakers, highlights and tickets
The festival returns to help promote new perspectives through a series of conversations and fireside chats 🗣


Sick Leeds paedophile filmed himself abusing boy and sent the video to the internet
Joshua Middleton has been locked up


ITV Emmerdale fans issue two-word warning to Moira after sealing deal
Should Moira be cautious with Celia?


Grieving Yorkshire families hit out at Wes Streeting over maternity services review
Bereaved parents who have lost babies at Yorkshire hospitals have hit out over details of Health Secretary Wes Streeting’s plans to hold an investigation into failings.


Leeds agency ThinkOTB expands global reach with Royal recognition
ThinkOTB has celebrated a major international client win in the same week it was officially presented with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade.

Renowned Disney Traditions creator Jim Shore to visit Clintons White Rose
Internationally acclaimed artist Jim Shore – famed for designing the Disney Traditions collectable figurines – will be visiting Leeds on his six-stop European tour, with a signing at Clintons White Rose on Saturday, September 20.

Sneak peek inside Cosy Club Leeds after major refurbishment
A new hotspot has reopened in Leeds

Yorkshire construction firm wins place on universities framework
Yorkshire-based GMI Construction Group has secured a place on the North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC) Refurbishment Framework in a move that underlines its growing presence in the public sector.