Month: July 2020

Day 78 – We’ve always been blessed with shops in Leeds and for those wanting Designer labels then this is the place, but they’re not for me. I much preferred the Leeds of days gone by. At the top end of Town, there was no Merrion or St John’s Centres; the former being the site… Continue reading Shared Moments: Day 78 – ‘Bond Street’ written by Maureen Kershaw

Saturday 4 July, the day before the NHS’s birthday, will be a moment of remembrance and reflection for those we have lost during the pandemic. This is a chance for the nation to come together and pay our respects. It is being led by the Together Coalition and they are asking people to place a light in… Continue reading Moment of Remembrance Saturday 4th July

Today is another milestone in the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions,  so what is different from now on? Social distancing rules change from 2 metres to ‘1 metre plus.’  The advice is still to keep 2 mtr where possible and to reduce the risks when closer by: wearing masks in busy places and on transport,… Continue reading What’s changing in Lockdown rules today?

From tomorrow, Saturday July 4, restaurants, bars, leisure and entertainment venues can reopen as part of the latest relaxation of restrictions.   However it is important to remember that the pandemic is not over and there is still a risk of catching the virus. If you are planning to head into the city centre, please take… Continue reading Guidance from Leeds City Council as city centre opens up more

This weekend The Shows Must Go On brings you Michael Flatley’s spectacular dance show Celtic Tiger! The international dancing master returns with another stage performance, taking as his subject the history and spirit of his native Ireland and its long traditions of music and dance. This particular production was recorded in 2005, and it’s described as… Continue reading Celtic Tiger – The Shows Must Go On

Good Afternoon Please find attached the West Yorkshire Trading Standards Newsletter Scam Alert. This weekly alert outlines trending fraud patterns during the current COVID-19 pandemic and what we can do to stay protected. There have been further reports of scams, doorstep Crime and business complaints all relating to the COVID-19 pandemic here in West Yorkshire.… Continue reading COVID-19 Scam Alert issue 14 03.07.2020

Hello Everybody, I can understand Ben’s reluctance to get on a bus as I’ve been reluctant. I was unable for a few weeks to venture out of my garden for over three months but really enjoyed driving to our local Waitrose (other supermarkets are available) to pick up our ‘click and collect’ order this week. … Continue reading Snapshot in Time: Little things mean a lot. Supermarket and garden! written by Pauline Gardner