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UPDATE: Men released on bail after arrests in connection with Bradford murder

By Jay Unger and Mike Berriman

The two men arrested in connection with the murder of Bradford man Leroy Vanzie have been released on bail pending further enquiries.

The men, aged 25 and 36, were arrested after Leroy, 32, was found outside his home in Corban Street at about 7.36pm on Tuesday.

A 21 year old Slovakian appeared at Leeds Crown Court this morning to face charges of attempted murder, rape, and grievous bodily harm. Zdenko… Read More »Beeston rape and attempted murder case in Leeds Crown today

By Elizabeth Archer

27 fawns have been born at Lotherton Hall in Leeds this month, much to the delight of visitors and staff alike.

Olympic boxer, Nicola Adams is among a host of distinguished individuals receiving an honorary degree by Leeds University today. Nicola is receiving a Doctor of… Read More »Leeds boxing treasure Nicola Adams to get honorary degree today

By Mike Berriman

Planning approvals are in place to build 17,000 new homes in the city.

Recently proposals to change the national planning guidlelines means that the building of thousands of new houses could be fast-tracked.

By Mike Berriman Police are appealing for information after a woman in her eighties was burgled whilst watching television with headphones on in her home.… Read More »Elderly woman targeted whilst watching TV in Bramley

By Mike Berriman

The Slide the City event scheduled for this Saturday at Roundhay Park has been postponed due to safety concerns.

By Mike Berriman

Whitelock’s Ale House is celebrating its 300th birthday today with the start of a four day beer festival.

Built in 1715, Whitelock’s is the oldest pub in Leeds.

Corban Street in Bradford

by Elizabeth Archer

The murder of a man from Bradford is under investigation by police.

The victim, named locally as Leroy Vanzie, 33, was found last night (Tuesday) on Corban Street with head injuries and died shortly afterwards.Read More »Murder of a Bradford man under investigation

An explosion which sparked a bomb scare in East End Park, Leeds, last night left one resident collapsed on the ground in shock. Police… Read More »Resident collapsed after lucky escape from East End Park explosion