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July 21, 2026|Business

Housebuilder acquires parcel of land in Harrogate

Yorkshire housebuilder Newett Homes has completed the purchase of a 1.5-acre plot of land in Harrogate to extend its existing sold-out development, The Pastures. Located on Otley Road, the extension of The Pastures neighbourhood will be a boutique development of nine energy-efficient homes in an established and highly desirable location on the south-west edge of the town. With a gross development value of around £5 million, the scheme will comprise a collection of three, four and five-bedroo

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July 21, 2026|Business

EY strengthens Yorkshire business with new partner appointment

EY has appointed a new partner in Yorkshire, as the firm continues to invest in its regional business and top talent to meet client demand. Cara Clancy has joined the partnership in EY’s audit team after more than 16 years with the firm. Cara joined EY’s Leeds office as a graduate in 2009 and has since worked with a variety of audit entities across a range of sectors. Cara has extensive experience of working with companies in the construction and real estate sectors, and she works with a numbe

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July 20, 2026|Business

Yorkshire Businesswomen bring the curriculum to life through alfresco learning

Primary school children from St John’s Church of England Primary School in Wakefield, West Yorkshire welcomed Wakefield and Rothwell MP Simon Lightwood to an outdoor learning workshop they were hosting being delivered by Alfresco Learning - a Yorkshire-founded education company dedicated to taking the National Curriculum outside all year round. Alfresco Learning was founded in 2019 by former primary school teachers Hollie Hindle and Jenny Wood, who wanted to make outdoor learning accessible, p

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July 16, 2026|Business

The Fashion Ball returns to Leeds Dock for its biggest reunion yet

After nearly three decades of bringing together business leaders, professionals, creatives and charities from across the region, The Fashion Ball is returning to Leeds Dock on Thursday 4th February 2027 for what organisers are calling its "Big Reunion". Since its launch, The Fashion Ball has become one of Yorkshire's most established business and charity events, helping raise over £840,649 for multiple charities while providing a platform for hundreds of businesses, leaders and individuals to

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July 16, 2026|Fashion and Lifestyle

Summer of sport fun day comes to Shipley

Families are invited to enjoy a free day of sport, entertainment and community activities in Shipley on Saturday 18 July, as part of the town's popular Summer Special event. Organised by Shipley Town Council, the event will take place from 11am to 3pm and features a packed programme of sport-inspired activities, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and an outdoor market. All activities are free and open to everyone. Highlights include: * Free skateboarding lessons in the Market Square c

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July 15, 2026|Business

The hills are alive with the sound of Aubergine

Opera North has partnered with Leeds-based PR and content agency Aubergine to deliver a targeted influencer campaign for its summer musical The Sound of Music, which opened on 9th July at the Grand Theatre in Leeds. Aubergine, founded by former journalists, is working with Opera North to create a series of story-led content moments and bespoke influencer collaborations in the lead-up to opening night. The agency also worked to secure 10 top tier influencers to attend the show itself, designe

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July 15, 2026|Fashion and Lifestyle

Korean Beauty store moida set to arrive at Trinity Leeds

Trinity Leeds is set to welcome beauty retailer moida, bringing the finest handpicked Korean skincare to the heart of the city. The store will offer guests an extensive range of authentic K-beauty products from brands such as Dr. Althea, Beauty of Joseon, Tirtir, Medicube, Biodance and many more. Named after the Korean word meaning ’to gather’ or ‘come together’, moida aims to connect people through the joy of K-beauty and make skincare simple, accessible, and enjoyable. Curated by a team

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July 13, 2026|Business

Merrion Centre welcomes ‘The Mini Mall’

The Merrion Centre is set to become the home of an exciting new retail and food destination this summer, as The Mini Mall launches its flagship venue in the heart of Leeds’ Arena Quarter. The 4,885 sq ft ground-floor space will introduce a fresh, community-led retail concept dedicated entirely to independent Yorkshire brands, artisan producers, and local food creators. Operating as a premium 'satellite department store', The Mini Mall provides established independent businesses with fully st

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July 7, 2026|Events

Fancy a G&T? August networking with Yorkshire Businesswoman

Join us on Friday 7th August from 3pm until 5pm for our August networking event at: Tailors Gin Bar, Grand Arcade, Leeds. As well as great networking with members and guests, guests will enjoy a welcome drink before settling down to listen to our guest speaker, Yorkshire Businesswoman member Jamila, owner of Tailors Gin who has a fascinating story about her career to share with us. This is one not to miss. Members can reserve a place by emailing dd@yorkshirebusinesswoman.co.uk Guests can

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July 7, 2026|Business

Sparq invests in future with creative director appointment

Sparq, previously a trading division of Saville Group, has announced the appointment of Helen Sutcliffe as creative director. As the business continues to grow its full-service event production offering alongside the flexible technical support and AV services it has always been known for, Helen's appointment marks an exciting step forward for the company. Helen joined Sparq in November 2023, bringing with her a wealth of experience across a varied career. Although her path into the events indu

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July 7, 2026|Business

10 new high-speed EV chargers at Leeds Skelton Lake Services

Extra MSA and IONITY, leading electric vehicle (EV) charger operator, have committed to accelerating the EV transition by rolling out further super-fast chargers at Extra MSA’s Leeds Skelton Lake location. Ten additional charging bays have been installed at Leeds Skelton Lake Services (M1 J45), bringing the total to 16 Ultra high-power chargers through Extra MSA’s ongoing partnership with IONITY. The chargers will be capable of supplying up to 400kw, enabling drivers with the latest car models

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July 7, 2026|Events

80's Weekender comes to Blackpool

The 80’s Weekender is taking place this Summer in BlackpoolWinter Gardens on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th September with a star-studded line-up for the Ultimate 80s celebration in the North West. The line-up features an iconic collection of 80’s British artists and bands, shaping the soundtrack of that decade. Acts performing across the weekend include ABC, Kim Wilde, Go West, The Christians, Katrina, Johnny Hates Jazz and Hue & Cry. Joining the bill is pop favourite Nik Kershaw, whose global

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