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The teacher worked at Ralph Thoresby School, in Holt Park.

PE teacher who 'fabricated marks' is banned from profession

The Griffin pub, on Boar Lane, in Leeds city centre, pictured in 2015.

Plans to upgrade ‘tired’ city centre pub

Dessert shop Zidane's Indulgence is set to open next week (May 25) in Roundhay. Photo: Tony Johnson

New dessert shop set to open in Leeds after huge success in York

The Grove Inn will reopen on May 30 (Photo by Jonathan Gawthorpe)

Leeds pub and beloved music venue confirms reopening date

Ken Dodd.

City Varieties names auditorium in tribute to Sir Ken Dodd

Turner (left) and Hayes were both jailed for the petrol bomb attack on Turner's ex girlfriend's car parked on her family's driveway. (pics by WYP)

Masked thugs torched former girlfriend's car to impress love rival

This end-terraced, two-bedroom property in Adel is on the market with Monroe Estate Agents for £300,000

Inside this charming home that's brimming with character

The gang were jailed for their part in the £450,000 operation at the old Moorfield House home. Pictured Gjorka (top left), Teta (middle) and bottom (l-r) Qerfozi, Deda, Marku and Markeci. (pics by WYP / Google Maps)

Nursing-home cannabis gang jailed after police raid £450,000 operation

Whiskey Down gentleman's club, on Crown Street, Leeds.

Decision due as lap dancing club applies to continue operating

People are being encouraged to take part in the consultation on how buses are run in West Yorkshire. Picture: James Hardisty

First Bus improves Bradford to Leeds frequency

Underground Bakery, in Otley, has announced it is opening a second site on Call Lane. Photo: Simon Hulme

Bakery to open new venue in city centre

Leeds-favourite South Indian restaurant Tharavadu, in Mill Hill, is celebrating ten years in Leeds this year.

Ad Feature Inside this Leeds-favourite restaurant marking a decade in the city

Flowers and tributes at the scene.

Two men charged over crash in which mum and daughter died

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Your views: Leeds locals tell us their initial plans for summer 2024

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Leeds United Latest

Piroe admits Wembley 'relief' and plan behind Elland Rd play-off goal
Leeds United striker Joel Piroe says he and Willy Gnonto had spoken about the move leading up to his Elland Road play-off semi-final goal.
Joe Donnohue

Farke reveals pre-game concern and Elland Road role in rout

Kenny McLean of Norwich City reacts during the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi-Final 2nd Leg match between Leeds United and Norwich City at Elland Road on May 16, 2024 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

'Blueprint of what not to do' hammered as Leeds smash way to Wembley

Ampadu: 'We can take immense confidence to Wembley'

Leeds United fans hold up scarfs in the stands prior to the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi-Final 2nd Leg match between Leeds United and Norwich City at Elland Road on May 16, 2024 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Huge difference highlighted as Leeds rock into Play-Off Final

Leeds Rhinos

Matty Russell has joined Leeds Rhinos on loan from Warrington Wolves. Picture by Leeds Rhinos.

Loan boost for injury-hit Rhinos as Wolves star Russell wings in

Leeds console themselves after defeat to St Helens. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Leeds Women eye Wembley redemption but Lois Forsell warns of Wigan threat

Leeds Rhinos fans Iain Sharp's view at last Saturday's game. Picture by Iain Sharp.

'Should be a sackable offence': fans' fury after Rhinos fail French test

Leeds Sport

VERDICT: From Norwich boss David Wagner.

Norwich boss explains plan failure as Leeds United romp to Wembley

8 - Made one hugely vital and timely first half save. That was it in terms of saves. Distribution was an improvement.

Leeds player ratings v Norwich as eight score 9/10, three 8s

Live Leeds United vs Norwich City LIVE

RAMPANT: Leeds United's Georginio Rutter celebrates scoring the third goal with Joel Piroe.

Leeds 4 Norwich 0: Rampant Whites storm into play-off final

CHECKING IN: Leeds United for the semi-final second leg.

New Leeds absentee and fresh attack change for Norwich second leg

DREAM FINISH: Eyed by Liam Cooper.

'Been a pleasure' - Leeds star eyes personal dream Whites finish

Ex-Leeds man handed ban for violent conduct as Whites striker lauded

Sargent admission amid injury concern as pundit makes 'simple' claim

Play-off winner poses major Leeds question amid 'unrivalled' advantage

Property

Vitesy introduces the only natural and sustainable air purifier in the market today, Natede Smart.

The only natural and sustainable air purifier in the market today

UNCLE Leeds is a brand new luxury apartment block that has arrived in Leeds for the first time

First look inside new luxury apartment block with a bowling alley

If you want to encourage bees and butterflies to your flower beds then think about some wildlife friendly summer bedding such as tobacco plants and petunias

Jobs to do in your garden during marvellous May

This five-bedroom, semi-detached home in Bentcliffe Gardens, Moortown, has just landed on the market for £500,000

A fantastic family home with an orangery and park views

Retro

What are your memories of the Astoria Ballroom?

From dancing to wrestling: Memories of the Astoria Ballroom

What did you buy from Virgin back in the day?

Memories of Virgin Records Briggate store in the 1980s

The Otley cinema on Westgate pictured in September 1997.

34 photo memories take you back to Otley in the 1990s

The Royal Hotel on High Street pictured in February 1980. The junction with Royal Terrace is on the right.

10 of the best photos take you back to Boston Spa in the 1980s

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

Best in Leeds

The A64 Red Bus Café is hard to miss when driving down the A road.

I tried this roadside café made out of a double decker bus

The Travellers Rest is situated in Armley. Image: Google Street View

I tried this popular local boozer - and it was a refreshing experience

The best Wetherspoons in Leeds ranked - as recommended by our readers.

The 17 best Wetherspoons in and around Leeds as ranked by our readers

I tried the Cheesy Living Co. in Oakwood and found it so good I came back less than two weeks later.

I tried this popular deli and went back less than two weeks later

What's On

Two women in recency-period dress sip afternoon tea at Browns, The Light, Leeds

Best spots for an afternoon tea in Leeds fit for a Duke and Duchess

Disney On Ice present Road Trip Adventures

Ad Feature Disney On Ice 2024 festive dates at Utilita Arena Sheffield

Leeds rapper Graft who won the BBC's Rap Game UK.

Rapper releases jazz-inspired new single with local music charity

Solstice: Around the World on the Longest, Shortest Day by Jen Breach and 14 Global Artists

The longest day, a kelpie curse and comic fantasy: children’s book reviews

The Secret Shore by Liz Fenwick

The Secret Shore by Liz Fenwick:  book review

Simone Rocha one-shoulder bow satin top, £975, Harvey Nichols.

Victoria Leeds launches VIP catwalk with parties at The Ivy and Harvey Nicks

Jools Holland

Jools Holland heads to East Yorkshire this summer with his Rhythm & Blues Orches...

Business

The West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2024 ceremony was held at the Cedar Court Hotel, Bradford on May 9. Pictured are all the winners on stage (Photo by Allan McKenzie/AMGP.co.uk)

Every winner of the West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2024

The Tetley's

I toured the pub in Leeds that is championing Yorkshire beer

Rose and Jen

Yorkshire expansion for QUEST Electrical

Globe Point in Leeds

Two CEG developments in Leeds secure coveted BCO recognition

Lifestyle

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Meet author Danielle Owen-Jones on Booky Podcast

‘Disney On Ice present Road Trip Adventures’ skates in to venues across the UK in Autumn/May 2024.

Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures: tour dates and tickets

King Street looking towards East Parade in April 1979. The Hotel Metropole is in the foreground right. It stands on the site of the Fourth White Cloth Hall and opened on June 28, 1899. The Metropole was designed by architects Chorley and Connon in brick and terracotta. Quebec House on Quebec Street is the terracotta building in the background.

20 of the best photos take you back to 1979

Viking Longship Beyla near the Albrechtsburg Castle along the Elbe River in Meissen, Germany. Image: Viking Cruises

Viking river cruise: stunning views and a relaxing sail along the elegant Elbe

UK Trending

Kavan Conroy captured on CCTV riding a moped in JD sports.

Watch: 'Reckless' yob enters JD Sports riding a moped

A stunning rural home worth £3m is up for grabs in the Omaze Million Pound House Draw in aid of Prostate Cancer UK charity.

Watch: Look inside £3m prize-draw mansion with swimming pool

Tesco is the UK's largest retailer by sales and market share with hundreds of Extra superstores, smaller supermarkets and Express convenience outlets.

Tesco is issuing a product recall for their sandwich pickles

Millions of Brits suffer from 'holiday choice paralysis'

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Nike launches new golf shoes range for PGA Championship 2024. Picture: Nike

Nike launches new golf shoe range for PGA Championship 2024

The Anthropology sale offers the opportunity to add an affordable dash of quite luxury to your home. Picture: Anthropology

Anthropologie sale: My top picks of affordable pieces

Catherine, Princess of Wales and Claudia Winkleman are both fans of blazers, (blue blazer, Sosander, pink blazer, M&S).

Stylish blazers for spring, M&S, Sosander, and River Island styles

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