I got into a bit of a twitter conversation the other day with a small animal rescue charity called “Little Paws” and discovered that two of our local residents are helping out by fostering and fundraising, I was intrigued with what you do and wanted to share it all with you all. So, welcome, Lindsay …
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Introducing Little Paws
August 14th, 2014 | Posted by in Charity | Local Issues | Our Community - (1 Comments)Milfest this weekend in Kirkstall!
July 31st, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Schools/Kids | Sport - (Comments Off on Milfest this weekend in Kirkstall!)Our good friends at the Milford Sports Club are putting on a real ale and music event all weekend, and we’d like to tell you about it! Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August from 12pm midday to late! Its the first Milfest and promises to be a busy event, with indoor and outdoor stages with …
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Mysterious virtual tour of Kirkstall Abbey set to take place on Twitter
July 15th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | History | Kirkstall Abbey - (Comments Off on Mysterious virtual tour of Kirkstall Abbey set to take place on Twitter)The secrets, mystery and intrigue of a 12th century abbey in Leeds are set to be revealed as part of a special ‘Twitter tour’ taking place next week. In what promises to be a unique experience, fans of the abbey will be able to join a virtual tour on Twitter on Friday 18 July around …
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150 Years of Rugby in Leeds at Abbey House Museum
June 13th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | History | Sport - (Comments Off on 150 Years of Rugby in Leeds at Abbey House Museum)Abbey House Museum have just opened a small single case display of items relating to the 150th Anniversary of the first rugby game ever played in Leeds. This is in partnership with the Leeds Rugby Foundation Heritage Committee and most of the items are loans from their members, plus a couple of items from our …
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Red Light Revival to Perform at Kirkstall Festival!
June 12th, 2014 | Posted by in Kirkstall Festival - (Comments Off on Red Light Revival to Perform at Kirkstall Festival!)We are very excited to introduce to this year’s Kirkstall Festival, Leeds band Red Light Revival! Along with a couple of other key acts, they will be featuring in the latest edition of Kirktall Matters. This sounds like a must see event so dont forget to check them out on the day. Who are Red Light Revival? …
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Kirkstall Forum
May 30th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Local Issues | Our Community | Policing - (Comments Off on Kirkstall Forum)Kirkstall Forum Community Meeting Thursday 5th June, 6.30pm Milford Sports Club, Beecroft Street, LS5 3AS What’s happening in Kirkstall? Join your local Councillors to find out about… Policing & Crime Planning issues Environmental Services For more information or to suggest future agenda items contact Susan Skinner 0113 3367857 west.north.west@leeds.gov.uk Downloads Agenda Poster
The news that 65% of the UK did not get out and vote at the recent elections was saddening, if not unsurprising. Perhaps it was lack of engagement with these ‘less important’ elections or maybe even the rain deluge we witnessed on Thursday. Whatever the reasons, Kirkstall was no better, in fact slightly worse with …
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Talking Buses Campaign
May 24th, 2014 | Posted by in Charity - (Comments Off on Talking Buses Campaign)In July the Guide Dogs Organisation is hosting a Parliamentary Reception on Talking Buses. We have been contacted by Kevin Crossley who that wants to get the word out about the campaign and ask people to support by signing a petition. Kevin Crossley said: “I am registered blind and find using public transport very very hard. …
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Kirkstall Big Spring Clean 2: Bigger, Springier, Cleanier
May 15th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Kirkstall Community First | Local Issues | Our Community - (Comments Off on Kirkstall Big Spring Clean 2: Bigger, Springier, Cleanier)Following the success of the Kirkstall Valley Community Association clean up around the goit on Good Friday, we are at it again! This time, on Sunday 25th May, we will be meeting at the railway underpass between the Vicarages and the playing field (near Headingley station) at 1pm to do an hour or so of …
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No, its not elves, its one woman on a Kirkstall Clean-Up frenzy…
May 9th, 2014 | Posted by in Local Issues | Our Community - (1 Comments)… where will she clean up next?!! You may be forgiven for thinking elves have been out in the dead of night, cleaning and tidying and picking up litter, but in reality it is the efforts of one community spirited resident! This local resident has been taking on the Kirkstall Clean-up idea to the max by …
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KVCA BigSpringClean on Good Friday!
April 7th, 2014 | Posted by in Events | Kirkstall Community First | Local Issues | Our Community | Schools/Kids - (1 Comments)Following on from Burley Top Community Networks fantastic cleanup at the top end of Burley, I’m pleased to confirm the date for the Kirkstall Valley Community Association’s clearup. After walking through the heart of Kirkstall down the paths alongside Millrace, its clear to see that this area is in desperate need of some attention. We’ll …
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Are you fitness freak or freaked out by fitness? Either way if you fancy putting on your running shoes and doing your bit to raise money for a fantastic charity, Candlelighters is inviting you to join their Team in 2014! They have various activities to get involved with, notably: The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge – Sat …
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