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New cancer treatment centre approved for Headingley Stadium
Vacant classrooms at Headingley Stadium are set to be converted into a new Icon Cancer Centre providing radiotherapy, oncology imaging, and…
Leeds City Council approves new clubhouse for historic Hunslet and Nelson Cricket Club
Founded in 1869, Hunslet and Nelson Cricket Club has received planning permission to replace its outdated facilities with a new clubhouse, …
North Yorkshire's 16th-century 'Rupert's Barn' hosts expanded art exhibition
A group of local artists is returning to the 16th-century tithe barn in North Yorkshire for their annual exhibition this August Bank Holida…
Chester Zoo python Jodie Foster recovers after pioneering cancer treatment
After a recurring tumour threatened her ability to feed, a 23-year-old reticulated python at Chester Zoo has become the first snake to unde…
All 95 foundations installed at East Anglia THREE windfarm off the Suffolk coast
ScottishPower Renewables and Masdar have completed the installation of 95 foundations for the East Anglia THREE windfarm. Once fully operat…
Yorkshire pupils celebrate GCSE results as they prepare for next steps
Students across Yorkshire have received their GCSE grades, marking the transition to further education, training or employment. While regio…
Over 300,000 women access free morning-after pill through pharmacy scheme
A new NHS initiative in England has provided nearly 305,000 doses of emergency contraception through local pharmacies since October. By rem…
Bradford brothers to receive early monitoring for rare genetic condition after newborn screening
Eight-month-old Revan Barker-Roe and his brother Thorin have been identified with a genetic marker for adrenoleukodystrophy through a new r…
Elland-based retailer Time4Sleep transitions to employee ownership
The bed retailer has moved to an employee ownership trust, placing the future of the business in the hands of its 13 staff members. Employe…
London Ambulance Service deploys underwater drones to assist in water rescues
The London Ambulance Service has become the first in the UK to equip its Hazardous Area Response Team with underwater drones. These devices…
York 50+ Festival returns with over 80 events celebrating ageing well
The York 50+ Festival is returning this October with a programme of over 80 events ranging from sports to cultural activities. By hosting t…
Barrow-in-Furness receives £22.9m investment to begin town centre transformation
Team Barrow has secured £22.9 million to launch the first phase of a decade-long project to reshape the town centre. The funding will suppo…