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A new blueprint aimed at shaping the pivotal role heritage can play in the future of Leeds has been launched this week.

Independent Spirit: A Heritage Framework for Leeds has seen partners from across the city’s heritage sector come together to set out an exciting, shared vision for how heritage can help bring people together, strengthen communities and support the city in the years to come.

Check out our picks for the best free and low-cost things you can do with your family in Leeds over the May half term.

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A park in the centre of Leeds has received a transformative new mural by an internationally recognised artist to uplift the heart of the city.

A magical new panto-themed gardening challenge is set to be the stalk of the town for families across Leeds this summer.

Green-fingered locals are being asked to follow in the footsteps of storybook hero Jack and see how high they can grow their very own beanstalk as part of a fairy tale team-up between the Carriageworks Theatre and the city’s horticultural hub The Arium.

Leeds City Council is reminding landowners to check if they have any ash trees that need removing, as the trees are now in leaf.

New details have been revealed about plans to build dozens of high-quality and affordable council homes on the former site of an eyesore flats complex in Leeds.

A group dedicated to helping older people reminisce and reconnect through sport has had a visit from English cricket legend Nasser Hussain.

Final preparations are under way for this year’s Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon and the inspirational scenes of colour, commitment and camaraderie it brings to the city’s streets.

Election day on Thursday followed by counting and results declared on Friday

People across Leeds are being encouraged to plan ahead and check the traffic and travel arrangements for one of the biggest dates in the city’s sporting and fundraising calendar.