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Smart Works Yorkshire expands to support more women across the region
The charity Smart Works has moved to a larger centre in Leeds, doubling its capacity to provide interview coaching and professional clothin…
Bradford e-bike rental scheme records 8,000 journeys in first three months
Since launching in March, Bradford’s Beryl Bike scheme has seen residents complete 8,000 journeys covering over 14,000 miles. The initiativ…
Yorkshire model Annie Stirk wins award for challenging ageism in advertising
After starting a modelling career at 70, Annie Stirk has been recognised by the Silver Marketing Association for her work in promoting the …
University of Leeds and Grant Thornton launch new degree programme with paid placements
The University of Leeds is partnering with Grant Thornton to launch a degree programme featuring multiple paid work placements and a full-y…
Leeds residents close residential streets to create safe play spaces for children
Families in the Holbeck area of Leeds are temporarily closing their streets to traffic, allowing children to play and socialise safely outd…
Keighley shopping centre clinic helps parents access routine child vaccinations
New parents struggling with the demands of early motherhood are finding it difficult to keep up with vaccination schedules, leading to a ri…
Sheffield recycling firm MATIQ secures Bradford contract and announces £50m Gateshead facility
Sheffield-based recycling company MATIQ has won a contract to manage dry, mixed recycling for the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Co…
Overgate Hospice in Halifax opens new facility to double patient capacity
Following years of community fundraising, Overgate Hospice is opening a new building in Halifax that will allow the centre to care for near…
Construction resumes at Leeds White Rose railway station
Work has restarted on the White Rose railway station in Leeds after a two-year pause caused by rising project costs. With the site already …
Bridlington boxer Oliver Male joins GB Boxing's Olympic development programme
Nineteen-year-old Oliver Male began boxing at age ten to channel his energy, and has since progressed to become one of the country's leadin…
North Yorkshire community gathers for the 116th annual Osmotherley Show
The Osmotherley Show returned for its 116th year, featuring traditional rural competitions ranging from livestock and produce to handicraft…
Brass bands and symphony orchestras mark Yorkshire Day celebrations across the county
Communities across Yorkshire are marking Yorkshire Day with events ranging from brass band performances at Emley Moor to the inaugural York…