Visitors can see Leeds in a new light as the dazzling showcase of Light Night Leeds celebrates a historic year with tales of the city's past and future. 

For the first time, the festival will take place during half term, on 28 and 29 October, making it easier for families and visitors of all ages to experience all it has to offer.

And with the clocks having gone back the previous weekend darkness will fall earlier, allowing the festival's spectacular large-scale projections and immersive artworks to begin from 6pm alongside the rest of the programme.

Colourful figures will paint the sky next weekend as Lotherton is gearing up to embark on its first ever Kite Festival, taking place on 22 and 23 August.

He’s a true sporting giant who was a towering presence on the rugby pitch throughout his glittering career.

But even Leeds Rhinos legend Sir Kevin Sinfield has found himself with some big shoes to fill as he steps into a larger-than-life new role for his panto debut this festive season.

The Rugby League icon and tireless charity campaigner has been officially announced as the voice of The Giant in the Carriageworks Theatre’s family pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk.

Plans for dozens of new council homes on the former site of an eyesore flats complex in Leeds have passed another key milestone.

Leeds City Council is consulting on its latest Local Flood Risk Management Strategy, outlining how it intends to provide greater resilience across the city over the coming years.

An innovative careers programme helping the city’s aspiring SEND museums professionals make history has scooped a top national award.

Careers for All, run by Leeds Museums and Galleries, was named Training Initiative of the Year (Public and Not for Profit) at the prestigious British Training Awards after impressing a panel of judges from across the learning and business sectors.