Wednesday 14 October 2026
Smokers in Leeds urged to use free support to quit for Stoptober
Public health leaders in Leeds are urging people to make the most of the free support on offer in the city to quit smoking during Stoptober.
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Leeds foster carers get to the root of better support for children in care with Afro-textured hair
A passionate pair of Leeds foster carers have launched free hair and skincare packs to help fellow carers better support Black and dual-heritage children in care.
Tuesday 6 October 2026
The ‘goat’ of lawnmowers introduced at Roundhay grassland
An unusual new kind of lawnmower has been introduced to a field near Roundhay Park.
To protect and encourage biodiversity the grassland on Asket Hill is now managed by a herd of goats.
Thursday 1 October 2026
Baby bliss as five extremely rare cows born at Temple Newsam
One of the rarest cattle breeds in the UK has had calves at Temple Newsam’s Home Farm. The new arrivals are five of only around 150 animals in the UK.
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Exciting new ‘Love Leeds’ improvement programme launched
A groundbreaking new programme to improve the look and feel of neighbourhoods in all areas of Leeds has been launched today.
14 Oct 2026
Smokers in Leeds urged to use free support to quit for Stoptober
Public health leaders in Leeds are urging people to make the most of the free support on offer in the city to quit smoking during Stoptober.
14 Oct 2026
Train commuters engaged in conversations on hate crime
Council staff and partners have spoken directly with people passing through Leeds Station about hate crime on 12 October, to launch Hate Crime Awareness Week.
13 Oct 2026
Help shape plans to improve public transport, walking, cycling, and public space on the eastern side of Leeds city centre
Leeds City Council is asking people for their views about transport options and public space on the eastern side of Leeds city centre.
07 Oct 2026
Leeds foster carers get to the root of better support for children in care with Afro-textured hair
A passionate pair of Leeds foster carers have launched free hair and skincare packs to help fellow carers better support Black and dual-heritage children in care.
06 Oct 2026
The ‘goat’ of lawnmowers introduced at Roundhay grassland
An unusual new kind of lawnmower has been introduced to a field near Roundhay Park.
To protect and encourage biodiversity the grassland on Asket Hill is now managed by a herd of goats.
05 Oct 2026
Lane rental schemes launched in Leeds, Wakefield and Kirklees
Three West Yorkshire councils have today (October 5) launched lane rental schemes which will charge companies for carrying out works on their busiest roads during the busiest times.
