Good morning, Leeds.
Today, I'll be looking at the sad demise of a pioneering Leeds social enterprise and feature the latest on the campaigns to turn Royal Park Primary in Hyde Park into a community hub and for the community to take control of South Leeds Sports Centre in Beeston.
I'll also be reporting on the latest from Leeds Kirkgate Market - and I'll be unveiling the third 'Leeds top blogger.'
Here's what's making Leeds tick today
"Have you ever been kicked in the face by a pretty girl with a pair of Doc Martens and thought you were having the time of your life?"
- Northernwrites is a new Leeds-based blog. Early posts are autobiographical to give readers a bit of insight in to the author's past.
Churwell residents are trying to preserve one of the area's last open spaces, reports the YEP.
There's a guest post by Jon Eland previewing Leeds Photo Week, which starts today, over at The Culture Vulture. There's also a post and pictures by Tricky on the Leeds West Indian Carnival, which was held on bank holiday Monday.
Speaking of weekend events, Leeds Festival 2010 may only just have finished, but Leeds Music Scene reports that a limited number of tickets are already on sale for next year's event.
"Since the Corn Exchange evolved from its bohemian original self into the sleek contemporary location we have now, Leeds has been noticeably low on the alternative, independent shopping front. So when Birds Yard appeared on the scene, Leeds independent and creative talent found a new home."
Leeds Guide reports how Birds Yard has truly recaptured the spirit of the old style Corn Exchange.
Armed for Armley - Part 1: Leeds Industrial Museum Reconnaissance is a post over at Particulations, a blog orientated towards cultural studies.
Ever wondered what jerkin' is? Well, find out about jerkin' in Leeds city centre in a video by herossj.
News from Leeds University: Cuts and Fellowships is the title of a post over at Love of History Blog.
Yorkshire County Cricket Club has been inundated with calls from spectators wanting to cancel tickets for next month's one-day international between England and Pakistan following the betting scandal that has rocked cricket, reports the Yorkshire Post.
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