Take a look at today’s show HERE, as we looked at: West Yorkshire Police’s strategy to tackle knife crime. The archaeologists making the most out of the Ilkley Moor fire. The public’s reaction to new HS2 plans. The student led campaign looking to tackle stress and mental health through running. PLUS MUCH MORE!
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Tram system plans suggested to replace HS2
By Abbey Maclure and Elisha Atkinson A tram system could be reintroduced into Leeds City Centre after plans have been brought forward by The Taxpayers Alliance. The Taxpayers Alliance asked critics to draw up alternative plans to the controversial HS2. Harry Fone, employee at The Taxpayers Alliance said: “Well what it’s going to mean is better transport for the people […]
Leeds fans can dream after win over Derby
Leeds United supporters will be both anxious and excited for Wednesday’s play-off second leg against Derby County. The side are just two wins away from a return to the premier League, 15 years after last being in the competition. Matthew Ramage reports.
Community cafe volunteers raise money through Leeds half marathon
Volunteers from the Rainbow Junktion cafe in Hyde Park have helped keep the cafe open, by completing the half marathon. Abbey Maclure reports. To donate, please visit the Cafe’s just-giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/rainbowrunners
Yorkshire Voice Show Monday 13th May
Re-watch Monday’s programme HERE as we looked at: – Leeds United’s first leg play-off win at Derby. – Bradford Council’s plans to ban disposable barbecues after Ilkley Moor fire. – The charity cafe who ran the Leeds Half Marathon to keep themselves afloat. – The Mexican sculptors celebrating the day of the dead in the Leeds Merrion Centre. – PLUS […]
Yorkshire Voice Show Friday 10th May
Re-watch Friday’s programme HERE as we looked at: – Leeds United’s play-off clash at Pride Park on Saturday. – The community initiative to save a 100 year old greengrocers in Leeds. – The campaign group saving a cultural gem in the centre of Bradford. – An age-old Rugby League rivalry reignited between the Bradford Bulls and Leeds Rhinos on the […]
Leeds road closures for half marathon
By Elisha Atkinson Areas in and around Leeds will experience road closures this Sunday 12 May in preparation for the Leeds Half Marathon. The marathon attracts thousands over 7,500 participants and raises thousands for charity. The race will begin at The Headrow and circuit around Leeds towards Meanwood, Kirkstall Abbey and back into Leeds city centre. We have provided […]
Bradford City manager pays tribute to Valley Parade fire victims
Embed from Getty Images by Dan Swales and Abbey Maclure Bradford City manager, Gary Bowyer, has paid tribute to the victims of the Valley Parade fire by showing his squad a video of the disaster. Bowyer aimed to educate his squad on the importance of the fire for those connected with the club. A minute’s silence will be held before […]
Tour de Yorkshire beginning today
The much anticipated Tour de Yorkshire gets underway today, with the first stage of the men’s race beginning in Doncaster and ending in Selby after a 182.5km route. The men’s tour will span over 617km in four days while the women’s tour will cover 264km over two days. The tour attracted 2.5 million people to come and watch in 2018, […]
