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The Perfect October half term treat: Northern Ballet's Little Red Riding Hood!

Tuesday 28 October – Saturday 01 November Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Leeds This October half term, take the family on an enchanting adventure with Northern Ballet’s Little Red Riding Hood, a playful retelling of the much-loved fairy tale where
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Founder celebrates after reaching the national finals of the Woman Who Awards

Katie Geddes, founder of The Dance Studio Leeds, who champions the benefits of dance for mental health and wellbeing, is celebrating after reaching the finals of the Woman Who Solopreneur

Founder who knew she had “lots to say” creates AI tool that helps others say it

Thistl is an AI social media assistant that helps new founders and business leaders build the personal brand that grows their business. A new AI-powered social media assistant launches on

Exciting opportunities for Artists at Leeds Playhouse

Leeds Playhouse is calling on local storytellers to help shape the future of theatre. As the Playhouse embarks on a bold new chapter under artistic director Tom Wright, it has

Dotty Bridal announces £700k flagship Wakefield store will open in August

Dotty Bridal, the Huddersfield based bridalwear retailer, has announced it is investing £700,000 in a 16,500 square foot flagship store in Wakefield that will open on August 11.
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Icy waters? University of Hull scientists believe Yorkshire seas to be the warmest ever

Seas off the Yorkshire coast are set to break records in 2025 according to scientists at the University of Hull, with average surface temperatures now at their highest since modern

Seven Leeds parks awarded some of the best in the country

Some of Leeds’ most popular parks have been awarded the Green Flag Award after being recognised as being of international quality. Golden Acre Park, Kirkstall Abbey, Middleton Park, Otley Chevin

Train services between Bradford and London more than triple thanks to Government funding

Passengers in Bradford are now benefiting from improved, increased rail journeys thanks to a multi-million-pound Government boost. Nineteenth if May saw the opening of a brand-new platform at Forster Square

New timetable for trains across the North from 18 May

Train operator Northern is reminding customers to check before they travel, with timetables for trains changing from Sunday 18 May 2025. Whilst the majority of timetables will remain similar to
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