A unique table tennis club for people with Parkinson’s disease has become one of the winners at this year’s Compassionate City Awards.

A new Children’s Mayor of Leeds has been officially elected, with a pledge to tackle bullying, discrimination and poverty in the year ahead.

An inseparable mum and daughter working together in local theatre for almost 30 years have given a peek behind the curtain of a beloved Leeds venue celebrating a major milestone.

Kath Harrison and her daughter Helen Shippin are integral parts of the hard-working costume and backstage team at The Carriageworks, which this year marks its 20^th anniversary at the heart of the Leeds local performing arts scene.

Leeds City Council and contractors Hinko Construction were able to advance construction works ready for residents to pay tribute to servicemen and women who have lost their lives in service of their country.

Leeds is set to sparkle this holiday season as the much-loved Ice Cube at Christmas returns to Millennium Square, Victoria Gardens, and Cookridge Street from 21 November 2025. A highlight of the city’s festive calendar, the event promises something for everyone — from the ever-popular covered ice rink and traditional Christmas market stalls to thrilling rides and cosy seasonal hangouts.