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Police have confirmed a man has died following a four-vehicle road traffic collision in Newry. Picture: PressEye (stock image).

Breaking Road closures after serious collision involving car and pedestrian

Spectacular pictures as Leeds is transformed by Light Night 2026

Leeds United boss Daniel Farke will speak to the press this afternoon.

Live Farke presser: Stach & Okafor injury latest ahead of Bournemouth trip

The Queens Hotel featured a huge projection as part of this year’s Leeds Light Night.

Leeds ‘transformed’ as stunning Light Night festival returns

Yeadon household recycling centre is closed because of the fire.

Breaking Yeadon fire closes recycling centre as residents told to shut windows

A son who stole £4,000 from a safe at his father's home was told to leave the house and was later caught on CCTV after breaking in.

Cocaine addict son stole £4,000 from safe at father’s house

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'You made a real difference': U-turn on plans to scrap health watchdog

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Leeds electronic-indie duo Midnite Pharmacy (Liam Jones and Si Martin), who have announced upcoming shows in Hull and Leeds alongside the release of their new video for ‘We Try’

Leeds duo Midnite Pharmacy announce new video & winter dates

After 35 years, Leeds Civic Trust is moving to a new location

Leeds Civic Trust announces major office move after 35 years

13 Leeds restaurants where you can get a filling meal for under £10.

These eateries all offer filling meals for under £10

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Pictured Danny Malin with his food truck, Leeds
Picture Gerard Binks

The dish that made Danny Malin turn down fish and chips in Whitby

Leeds hotel roof could be transformed by plans for new mobile phone masts

EE seeks permission for new 5G equipment on historic Leeds hotel roof

Leeds Crown Court heard Christopher Laking (left) was directing Chris Wilson (top right) and Luke Cockerill (bottom right) as part of the drug empire.

Trio jailed for 24 years over 'highly profitable' drugs operation

Paul Lunn, a retired schoolteacher, suffered a major stroke in 2022 at the age of 61

‘I’m lucky to be alive’: How my wife saved my life

Leeds United Latest

Leeds United's weekend hosts Bournemouth are in red-hot form.

'Relentless' Leeds warning sent as Bournemouth hit incredible run
Leeds United will need to end Bournemouth’s hot streak if they are to win any Premier League points on Saturday.
Kyle Newbould

Harry Gray’s loan at Sheffield Wednesday has been dramatic.

Leeds youngster Gray's unusual reunion after shock Sheff Weds decision

Michael Salisbury will take charge of Leeds United's trip to Bournemouth for the second year running.

PL confirm Bournemouth vs Leeds referee decision after goal-fests

Safe standing will be introduced within the Elland Road South Stand.

Leeds statement as Elland Road work underway with Spurs deadline

Andrea Radrizzani sold his stake in Leeds United after relegation in 2023.

Ex-Leeds chief launches fresh club takeover bid with Real Madrid star

Crime

Andrew Harrison received a suspended sentence at Leeds Crown Court this week.

Controlling partner surveilled girlfriend during 19-hour video call

Crack cocaine addict Sonya Beaumont pushed staff and made them fear for their safety as customers were left "shocked and frightened," Leeds Crown Court heard.

Shoplifter who threatened customers banned from stores

House extension fraudster who took just under £60k jailed

US President Donald Trump plays golf at his Trump Turnberry golf course in South Ayrshire

Leeds man to stand trial accused of vandalising Trump golf course

Leeds Education

These were the best-performing secondary schools in Leeds for GCSE results in 2025.

18 best secondary schools for GCSEs as application deadline nears

A former school building on Cardigan Lane has gone up for auction in Leeds

Former school building goes up for auction with £500,000 price tag

The deadline for applications is Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Warning as secondary school applications deadline looms - how to apply

Leeds Rhinos

Leeds Rhinos' Lucy Murray on the attack for England against Australia. Picture by Peter Keleman/SWpix.com.

Rhinos star confident as England women face must-win clash v Samoa

Nathan Collins, of Leeds Rhinos, with the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup following victory over France in the final four years ago. Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com.

Mate v mate for Rhinos stars as England begin World Cup defence v Wales

Mikolaj Oledzki says he will always be a Leeds Rhinos fan. Picture by Callum Pilkington/SWpix.com.

Ex-Rhinos star Oledzki's 'love to come back' pledge ahead of NRL move

Noah Whittingham, right, alongside Elliott Fox and Harry Smith following Leeds Rhinos reserves' Grand Final win against Warrington Wolves last year. Picture by Peter Smith.

Former Rhinos youngster's new Championship deal under ex-Tigers and Trinity ace

Leeds Traffic & Travel

Leeds City Station.

‘Slippery rails’ disrupting trains to Leeds - here's why

Three new entrances will strengthen links between the station and the city centre, improving access to the South Bank, the Dark Arches and Princes Square, supporting regeneration, jobs and commercial opportunities across Leeds.

'I fear Leeds Station’s transformation could repeat familiar mistake'

Leeds station is set to undergo its “biggest transformation in a generation”

First look as station set for 'biggest transformation in a generation'

A diversion was in place following the earlier collision. Photo (stock image): Pacemaker

'Unfit' driver arrested after early-morning crash on Leeds road

Leeds Food and Drink

Karen Wright's Bonfire Night treats

Karen Wright: Create a seasonal spark with Bonfire Night feasting

Husband-and-wife team Pasquale Palmisano and Ann Marie Broadhead-Palmisano.

Husband-and-wife team launch new Italian pizzeria in Micklefield

Toast bar in Leeds

Leeds city centre sports bar to open for extra 30 minutes each day

Yorkshire Evening Post Hospitality roundtable at Stuzzi, Leeds. (Left to right) Fiona Bolam, Leeds City Council, Sandy Jarvis from Leeds Hospitality Collective and Bavette, Laura Collins, editor Yorkshire Evening Post, Chris Hill, Latitude Wine and Liquor Merchant, and Jo Myers, The Swine

'Why future of Leeds’ pubs, restaurants and bars matters to us all' Laura Collins

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Yorkshire brothers launch app to put Leeds independents on the map

Adele Rae, CEO of Kirkstall Valley Development Trust is concerned about site safety at the farm

“We wouldn’t recover”: Farm appeals for support in wake of vandalism

Jamie Palmer's drugs supply was linked to the death of a user in Scotland.

Dealer caught after supply linked to drug-related death in Scotland

Leeds Retro

The Headrow, looking east from the junction with Briggate towards Eastgate in November 1944. The Odeon cinema was showing The Song Of Bernadette.

Photo gems take you along The Headrow in the 1940s

Inside The Bond on Albion Street in June 1994.

Lost photos raise a glass to Leeds city centre bars in the 1990s

The rear of Armley National School or Armley Higher Grade School which opened in 1832 and closed in 1966. It was situated on Chapel Lane. Pictured in December 1967.

Evocative photos provide a glimpse at life around Armley in the 1960s

Peugeot main dealer Randerson of Horsforth was all geared up to give an even better service after work was completed on a £300,000 alteration and improvement scheme.. Pictured is Bob Randerson with his service staff.

Motoring memories of Leeds garages in the 1990s

Leeds Homes & Gardens

This renovated three-bedroom semi-detached home sits in the established LS14 residential area east of Leeds city centre.

Renovated Leeds home with sun room and large gardens for £250,000

Gated double iron gates open onto a driveway with space for up to four cars at this refurbished Broadway home.

Refurbished Leeds house with four-car driveway for £270,000

The median house price has risen by 32% to £200,000 in 2026, up from £152,000 in 2025.

The 10 neighbourhoods where house prices are rising

Set in a sought-after part of Colton, this detached home combines a generous driveway and integrated garage with a woodland outlook and a south-facing garden

Colton detached house with woodland views and south-facing garden

Leeds Politics

The shopping chain has drawn up plans to build an extension at its food outlet on Evanston Avenue in Burley.

Major changes planned for Aldi store at busy Leeds retail park

The makers of TV drama Emmerdale are seeking to continue running popular visitor tours which generate millions of pounds a year.

Emmerdale fans given fresh hope over future of popular village tours

The Chancellor laid out his first Budget on Wednesday (Dylan Martinez/PA)

All you need to know about the Budget this year

Pro-EU demonstrators attend a rally in London in June this year to mark the tenth anniversary of the Brexit referendum (Picture: Brook Mitchell)

YEP readers deliver verdict on return of Freedom of Movement

What's On in Leeds

Following a 21-date UK run supporting synth-pop icon Midge Ure, French-English electronic duo Scenius return with new single 'On Balance' ahead of a second joint tour this autumn

Scenius announce new single 'On Balance' and Midge Ure tour return

Framework Series 2026 takes place inside Cage at Mint XL, Leeds, kicking off on Friday, November 20

Framework: New underground club night launching at Leeds' Mint XL

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