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Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival returns for biggest year EVER as new stage announced and all-star programme revealed

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Introducing our three-year plan: Transforming Sense, together

James, our chief executive, is incredibly proud to share the launch of our new...

“Hearing everything we had been talking about come to life in music was incredible” Nicci’s blog

In November 2020, I lost my eldest son, Billy, after he took a party drug...

Swan Song Podcast #116 – Satnam Galsian

Episode 116 – Satnam Galsian   This episode of The Swan Song Podcast...

Leeds Rhinos and Leeds Rhinos Foundation launch new Rhinos Talent Pathway ‘On the Road’ programme

Leeds Rhinos and Leeds Rhinos Foundation are set to launch the new Rhinos...

Keeping colleagues safe from Hand-arm Vibration

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Associate Producer

Interplay Theatre is recruiting an Associate Producer Interplay Theatre are...

Ofsted and CQC inspection of services for children and young people in Leeds with SEND

Ofsted and the CQC are carrying out a joint area inspection of services in...

Area SEND inspection taking place in Leeds

We wanted to let you know that Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) are...

Beyond the clinic: supporting mothers through creativity and connection

Thanks to your donations we’re supporting pregnant women and new mums in...

AGS Exhibits

As well as putting on our own Flower Shows and Plant fairs, the AGS also has on...

RHS Malvern Show 2026

This page will be populated with more information about our Exhibit this year...

A mother’s London Marathon for 22 years of support

This year, Berni is running the London Marathon for Sense. Sense has been...

Scholes are hoping to bounce back under captain Fell

After relegation last season, Scholes lost a few significant players, including...

New life-giving brain cancer clinical trials to be offered to people in Yorkshire

New ground-breaking brain cancer clinical trials designed to improve survival...

League confirms Bentley Drains as its new title sponsor

  The league is delighted to announce that it has secured a three-year...

IT Support & System Maintenance Assistant

Part-time position – 20 hours per week, $20/hour Commitment of one to two...

The Greenwood family, Asthma + Lung UK supporters

The Greenwood family, Asthma + Lung UK supporters ldavies Mon, 04/13/2026 -...

Research Study: Lived Experiences of Autistic Adolescents with Autistic Parents

Help Smart Labs Learn About Autistic Teens’ Mental Health SEEKING...

Meet our London Marathon Fundraiser: First-Time Marathon Runner taking on London for Leeds Mind

We are thrilled to introduce Jamie Kilmartin, one of our incredible...

Sculpture Baby: Nicola Turner

Spend creative time with your baby and enjoy this sensory session inspired by...

Reclaim 2026: Celebrating 30 Years of Different Strokes

This year, Different Strokes turns 30. To mark the occasion, we’re bringing our...

Catholic Care Vacancy

Catholic Care are recruiting: Support Worker Waking Nights. Part time Waking...

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DHSC colleagues visit our service in Leeds

On Friday 10 April, Community Integrated Care welcomed colleagues from the...

Leeds Big Sleep celebrates 10 years as charities join forces

On Thursday 29th October, two Leeds charities will once again unite for a huge...

Restoring walled garden’s legacy is coming up roses

Those with a passion for flowers are being asked to support a rose and become...

Pocklington hopes things turn out Wright as new captain

Farsley might have suffered a hammer blow losing Ben Wright so close to the...

Leeds Funding Support Network Meeting on Zoom (14th April 2026 at 1.00pm – 2.15pm)

Leeds Funding Support Network Meeting on Zoom (Tuesday 14th April 2026 at...

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AGS North Midland Show 2026 Trophies

Photos by Jon Evans and Don Peace Gould Trophy   Open Section aggregateDon...

AGS North Midland Show 2026 Results

Section: Open(1) (36cm) CLASS 1:  6 pans rock plants. AGS MEDAL (1...

AGS Ulster Show 2026 Trophies

Photos to follow Cooke Cup   Open Section aggregateGavin Moore, Dublin...

AGS Ulster Show 2026 Results

Section: Open(1) (36cm) CLASS 1:  6 pans rock plants. AGS MEDAL (1...

Captain Amir wants to bring excitement to Crossbank

Asif Amir, who captains Crossbank Methodists, has used his contacts to...

West Yorkshire Mark Master Masons Launch New Blood Bike…

The Yorkshire Blood Bike charity, Whiteknights, has launched its newest Blood...

Buttershaw St Paul's to give youngsters their chance

After a brilliant campaign in Division Two last season, Buttershaw St...

Finding the Rhythm: K-Pop, Demon Hunters, and the Power of “Waiting”

At Little Hiccups, we often say that our events are a beautiful kind of chaos....

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Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Vigil for Peace

Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Vigil for Peace on Saturday, April 11, will be...

Ben’s Story

Ben lives with his brother Sam, and parents Kirsty and Robert. In 2024, at...

English for Jobseekers

ENGLISH for Job Seeking – Ongoing Enrolment.  Few places left for...

General Admission 2026

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SARAG Newsletter March 2026

Nevyn Stevenson: Head of Service and Charity Development We’re delighted to...

Celebrating the Year of St Francis of Assisi Together!

Now is the time to contact communications@dioceseofleeds.org.uk (for Leeds and...

Scotland Services ‘Very Good’ Care Inspectorate Ratings

Community Integrated Care is proud to share that Scottish services have...

Breathtaking musical virtuosity

Black Dyke Band appearing at the Royal Northern College of Music Over the last...

Thackray Museum of Medicine secures major grant to launch innovative Collections CoLab Space

New accessible co-working and creative space adjacent to the museum’s...

Sand‑tastic effort: Community cleans up Teignmouth beach

As part of this year’s Great British Spring Clean campaign, Seetec partnered...

AGS Cleveland Show 2026

It was cold and drizzly when we set out on Friday morning to make the long trip...

AGS PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION 2025

The AGS Photographic Competition this year attracted a total of 379 images from...

Creating opportunities for disabled leaders to get their communities active

Ryan helps lead the Sense Active programme for his whole community – he’s a...

Candidates for Leeds City Council election announced

Candidates list contesting 36 seats across the city on May 7 released

INTERVIEW: playwright and actor Asif Khan guides us around Planet Omar

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“People assume I’m not capable of being a mum because I use a wheelchair and have cerebral palsy – they’re wrong!”

Steph lives in Coventry with her husband Richard and their children Libby and...

Introducing our three-year plan: Transforming Sense, together

I’m incredibly proud to share the launch of our new three-year plan,...

Transforming Sense, together – our three-year plan

I’m incredibly proud to share the launch of our new three-year plan,...

Wetherby dementia event to inspire fresh hope and solidarity for older people and their carers

A free dementia event featuring singing, solidarity and advice will showcase...

Nathan, Asthma + Lung UK supporter

Nathan, Asthma + Lung UK supporter ldavies Thu, 04/09/2026 - 10:20

Trustee Opportunity with the Cardigan Centre

Cardigan Community Centre is a small charity that serves the people of...

 Another Great Advancement at Haywra Lodge of Mark Master Masons No.525

Harrogate Masonic Hall Tuesday 7th April 2026 where the W.M. of Haywra...

There’s nothing plastic about the plants today; all perfectly proportioned in every way and you didn’t need to dig to find the gold

I can confirm spring has officially begun In previous diaries at this time of...

We’re Proud To Support JRF Social Care Report

Community Integrated Care is proud to have contributed to a new report from the...

Having guide dogs has been “a lifeline”

Jaina Mistry, 41, from Leicester, lost her sight in her late teens and says the...

From First Steps to Forest Trails: A Milestone Walk in Gisburn Forest

In this blog post from Access The Dales, we’ll go on a walk with a group...

Former smoker from Leeds voices her support for regional quit smoking campaign

Clair Smith from Leeds is lending her support to Yorkshire and Humber’s first...

A mother’s London Marathon for 22 years of support

This year, Berni is running the London Marathon for Sense. Sense has been...

YBKA Yorkshire Show Photography Competition 2026

We are delighted to launch this year’s Yorkshire Beekeepers’ Association...

Vacancy: People and Culture Administrator

SALARY: Touchstone Pay Structure (2024) Scale Points 07-11 starting at...

LWA Charity Places for Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon & Leeds Half Marathon

Every day Leeds Women’s Aid receives calls for support from women and families...

Brighouse ring the changes as they take new direction

Brighouse might have been in the thick of the Division Three promotion race...

How to Improve Gut Health Naturally: 10 Science-Backed Habits for Beginners

Your gut controls digestion, immunity, mood stability, metabolism, and even...

Catch22 responds to the government’s Halving Knife Crime Plan

The government’s ‘Protecting Lives, Building Hope’ Plan to halve knife crime,...

Rabbits Don’t Lay Eggs

We have been reading the funny story ‘Rabbits Don’t Lay Eggs’ this...

Aspire Respite Services: Enter and View report

 Enter & View visit to Aspire Respite ServiceWe completed announced...

We Welcome Scottish Parliamentary Candidates

Ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections, we were delighted to welcome...

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for April 2026

At our Autism Hub venue – The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown...

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Support Team Coordinator

Salary: £18.92 p/h (£27,547.52 Per Annum) Hours: 28 hours per week (7 hours x 4...

Fundraising and Finance Officer  

Salary: £17.35 p/h (£25,261 per annum)  Hours: 28 hours per week...

Help Hope Grow This Spring

There’s something about spring that feels like a fresh start. Lighter evenings....

Showcasing Best Practice Across Our Services

From Scottish parliamentary visits ahead of the election, to Trustee tours...

Our new Corporate Plan is out!

The post Our new Corporate Plan is out! appeared first on Leeds Federated...

Autism and Suicide Prevention Project: Our achievements

After a year of work addressing the needs of autistic adults experiencing...

Shahnawaz bids to get Heckmondwike out of Division Three

  Heckmondwike & Carlinghow have strengthened to rectify last...

PCC funds third party reporting service to tackle hate crime across Bedfordshire  

Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner, John Tizard...

Sunday easter subday

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Our Annual Lenten Pilgrimage for Vocations ‘In Fr Brown’s Footsteps’!

On the morning of the third annual diocesan Lenten Pilgrimage for Vocations...

AGS Cleveland Show 2026 Trophies

Photos by Don Peace and Jon Evans Woodward Challenge Cup Open Section...

AGS Cleveland Show 2026 Results

Section: Open(1) (36cm) CLASS 1:  6 pans rock plants. AGS MEDAL (0...

AGS/SRGC Hexham Spring Show 2026 Report

The Hexham Show, held in the Social rooms of the large mart complex, welcomes...

Easter Blessings from Bishop Marcus to the Dioceses of Leeds, Middlesbrough & Hallam

Spen Victoria prepare for the challenge of Division Two

After a period in the doldrums, Spen Victoria came up on the blind side last...

Prayers for Easter

Easter, the glorious celebration of the resurrection of Jesus our Lord and God,...

MOA provides bespoke training courses for club umpires

Congs look to shrug off the loss of overseas star Mendis

Pudsey Congs suffered a huge disappointment when their overseas star Yohan...

Middlesbrough parishioner’s books on Faith and Mental Health

Since the pandemic, research undertaken by the charity ‘Mind’...

Lightcliffe to host Priestley Cup final for the first time

Lightcliffe’s picturesque Till Carr Lane ground will host the Priestley...

From Support Worker to Operational Manager – Stacey’s Career Story

In today’s blog, Stacey talks about her career progression from a Support...

Ossett's new captain is Keen to see an improvement

Finishing eighth in Division One last season did not fit well with Ossett's...

Gomersal fighting back after relegation and loss of players

Gomersal lost most of their first team after relegation from Division One last...

A Reflection for Holy Week

After attending Holy Mass at St Anne’s in Keighley on the morning of...

Easter Greetings

We are taking a break over the Easter Holidays and will be closed until...

Palm Sunday

On Palm Sunday, Bishop Marcus, Canon Matthew Habron and the Leeds Cathedral...

Deafblind UK Chair receives OBE from the Princess Royal

Robert Nolan, the Chair of Deafblind UK, was this week (31 March) presented...

Living and Learning – healthy eating

Over the past fortnight, we’ve been learning about the importance of a...

Happy Easter!

What a wonderful last day of term we’ve had in 1A! We had an Easter Egg...

Double Up

Choose your activity and DOUBLE UP in 2026 to raise vital funds and make a real...

Yorkshire Brass Bands join Leeds Playhouse’s new production of Brassed Off

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2026 Local Elections in Leeds: Useful information

Next month, there will be local elections for 34 council seats in Leeds. To let...

Leeds400 Theatrical Walks with Run of the Mill History

As part of the Leeds400 celebrations, we are pleased to announce further...

Tone of Voice Guide

Tone of Voice Guide tammie.clarke Thu, 02/04/2026 - 13:26 What is tone of...

Our weekly message: Thursday 02 April 2026

This week’s message is a day earlier than normal. First up, here’s...

Schools’ Legacy of Lenten Adoration

During Lent, Catholic primary school pupils from across Calderdale and...

Community Event – Cardiff – Friday 24th April 2026

Our Community Events are relaxed, in-person gatherings for stroke...

Afrikindness Delivers Culturally Appropriate Safeguarding Training at Nigerian Community Leeds (NCL) Women’s Group to Mark International Women’s Day

Inspiring the world around us through acts of kindness. < Back to News and...

Leeds Playhouse to take Makebeth, a fun new, interactive craft-a-long retelling of Shakespeare’s Macbeth to neighbourhoods across the city

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Staff celebrating Shine's 60th anniversary - Chris' Story

As part of Shine's 60th anniversary celebrations, some of our staff are taking...

Man unable to get his epilepsy medication dies after seizure

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Playhouse treats 200 school children to front row seats for a Planet Omar rehearsal

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Exclusive Free Legal Clinic for the Different Strokes Community

We’re pleased to share a valuable opportunity exclusively for members of the...

Hewlett takes the reins as Sandal look to progress

Sandal’s rapid progress in the league under skipper Kristian Shuttleworth...

LASSN group enjoy special matchday experience at AMT Headingley

On Sunday 29th April, the Leeds Rhinos Foundation was proud to welcome a group...

March 2026 Newsletter

Our March 2026 newsletter is now live, packed with the latest updates, events...

Yorkshire Brain Appeal

Working for better diagnosis, better treatment and better outcomes for patients...

Get Ready to Vote! Register by Monday 20th April

Local elections are taking place across the country on Thursday 7th May 2026....

Arthritis and Inflammatory Diseases Charity

The Arthritis and Inflammatory Diseases Charity supports the rheumatology and...

Breast Cancer Research Action Group

Funding Research & Vital Equipment The community group raises funds in aid...

100% fun at Open Country – your verdict!

“Since I’ve been coming out with Open Country, my life has changed...

Jacqui's Million

Raising £1 million for Leeds Cancer Centre through the power of...

April Activities

Here’s a short summary of the upcoming activities. More details are in our...

Cost and Operating Pressures Survey Now Open

Forum Central’s latest Cost and Operating Pressures Survey is now open, and we...

Podcast - Episode 50

To celebrate our 50th podcast episode, we have our first returning guest, Leeds...

As the annual colour change on the rock garden unfolds, you’ll get all the “bear” facts in this diary

The very mild weather we have enjoyed in the rock garden has helped keep the...

World Autism Awareness Day

Facing the world as a neurodivergent individual comes with its own challenges,...

Now open | Lead the Change

Lead the Change is now open for Expressions of Interest! Lead the Change is a...

Burnham and Highbridge A+LUK Support Group

Burnham and Highbridge A+LUK Support Group DRoscoe Wed, 04/01/2026 - 14:23...

On the rock garden today you could switch between and amplify the views without any resistance

All pictures were taken on 23rd December 2025 unless overwise stated In the...

Exploring Anger Management Therapy: Support for Healthier Emotional Responses

Exploring Anger Management Therapy: Support for Healthier Emotional Responses...

Couples Therapy Explained: When Relationship Counselling Can Help

Couples Therapy Explained: When Relationship Counselling Can Help Relationships...

Online vs In-Person Therapy: Which is Right for You?

Online vs In-Person Therapy: Which is Right for You? Making the decision to...

Medway Asthma Self Help group

Medway Asthma Self Help group DRoscoe Wed, 04/01/2026 - 13:50 Breathe easy...

Doris Storey Blue Plaque Unveiling – Photo Gallery

Music and Mental Wellbeing

I think that many of you will agree with me when I say: I love listening to...

Planning News – April 2026

I am afraid that you have me back to summarise what has been considered by the...

A Week of Connections: Little Hiccups on the Move!

At Little Hiccups, we believe that “outreach” is just a fancy word...

A Visit to West Yorkshire Archive Service

Tucked away between Morley and Gildersome is the Leeds archives collection,...

Three Issues Shaping Leeds Health and Care Partnerships Right Now

This month’s Representatives and Reference Group discussion highlighted three...

Visit to Vickers Oils

A visit to the Vickers Oils plant, including a presentation about the company,...

‘I am supported to feel safe’

Safety comes in different forms and this journal will help you explore what...

Supporting the needs of brothers and sisters

When a child or young person is in the care of Martin House, our support goes...

Inspire North Receives Community Impact Award Commendation for Oakwood Hall’s Recovery Chef Programme

We’re thrilled to share that Inspire North has received a commendation for...