Leeds news: 16 of the most popular YEP stories from 2025 - PART 1

Snow, crime and the past dominated the news headlines in the first four months of 2025.

Snow and ice brought chaos to Leeds and beyond in the first week of the year forcing schools to close and bringing severe disruption for motorists and public transport.

JANUARY

Girl, 13, found in Leeds paedophile's bed after being reported missing to police - read more

Live updates as heavy snow causes chaos across Leeds as disruption to train services continues - read more

Snow and ice brought chaos to Leeds and beyond in the first week of the year.placeholder image
Snow and ice brought chaos to Leeds and beyond in the first week of the year. | Steve Riding

33 of the best photos take you back to Leeds in 1999 - read more

96 criminals who have been locked up in Leeds in 2024 for the most heinous crimes including murder - read more

FEBRUARY

24 of the best photos take you back to Leeds in 1971 - read more

Predator crept into woman's bedroom to rape her after Leeds night out - read more

A look inside this exclusive £850k home on the doorstep of Leeds' Roundhay Park with lake views - read more

Mark Manning: 'I'm a property expert - these are the two Leeds suburbs to watch in 2025' - read more

MARCH

Morrisons closing: full list of UK stores and cafes affected by closures, which pharmacies are closing

Candle House fire: Dramatic footage shows building blaze as motorists urged to avoid Leeds city centre - read more

Fulneck School: Leeds private school announces shock closure with 'deep regret' after opening in 1753 - read more

Marks & Spencer confirms Leeds store closure and pledges to 'retain as many colleagues as possible' - read more

APRIL

13 pictures of joyous Leeds United fans celebrating promotion outside Elland Road - read more

31 of the best photos take you back to Bridlington in the 1990s - read more

78 of the best photos take you back to Leeds in 1998 - read more

31 of the best photos as Leeds United fans celebrate Premier League promotion - read more

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