Friday 2nd February 2024

Did you guess correctly? This place below was 407 Harrogate Road in Moortown!!

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Good morning, Moortown readers!

Today in Moortown, we're staying consistently cloudy with a stable temperature hovering around 10°C in the morning, inching up to 12°C by midday.

It's a breezy one, with winds around 40 km/h - so hold onto your hats! A spot of rain might grace us around 3 PM, so you might catch a few drops if you're out and about.

By evening, the chance of rain jumps a bit, so if you're heading out late, you might want to pocket an umbrella. It's a mild one with temps staying at 12°C into the night. Stay cosy!

Future Events

Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair 2024- 5th February

Explore career paths and gain insights into apprenticeships at the Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair 2024. With over 100 exhibitors, seize the chance to get your questions answered and receive professional advice. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your future!

Date: Monday, 5th February

Time: 1pm-7pm

Venue: Leeds first direct arena

Tickets: Free admission, reserve your spot online.

Willow Weaving Workshop- 7th February

Unlock your creative side with a willow weaving workshop at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm on Wednesday, February 7th.

Hosted by 'Out of the Woods,' these workshops are perfect for beginners, with all tools and materials provided. Though weaving may be strenuous for the hands, it's a rewarding experience for those aged 18 and over.

Each participant will leave with a unique, handcrafted wind spinner. Book your spot for £50 and gift cards are available for purchase online. Don't miss out on this chance to weave your masterpiece.

Moortown Partners and Communities Together Meeting- 7th February

The Moortown community is invited to the upcoming PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meeting, set for 7 PM on Wednesday, 7th February, at the Cherry Tree House boardroom on Queenshill Avenue, LS17 6FE.

This is an opportunity to meet the local Neighbourhood Policing Team and councillors to discuss community issues and concerns. Your participation and voice can make a difference in shaping the safety and well-being of our neighborhood.

Northern Soul and Classic Club Hits- 17th February

Get ready to groove, Moortown! The Moortown Soul Club is hosting an unforgettable night of Northern Soul and classic club hits on the 17th of February.

The event will take place at the Moortown Social Club from 7:30 PM until midnight. For an entry fee of just £4, join Diane L., Andy C., Sam Davison, and Dave Crawford as they spin the decks with soulful tunes. Located at Cramer Gardens, this is the perfect opportunity to dance the night away.

Moortown's Favorite Set to Spice Up Harrogate's Fish and Chip Scene

Portside Fish and Chips, a celebrated Leeds institution, is gearing up to serve its award-winning fare in Harrogate, promising to bring a dash of competitive spirit to the local chippy scene.

Known for its top-notch quality and a spot among the UK's finest, Portside stands out for its vegetable oil-cooked fish and chips, including vegan options, and Moortown locals can't get enough of their special spicy seasoning.

With the shop's interior shaping up at 52 High Street, Starbeck, Portside is also on the lookout for new team members to join their success story.

Leeds welcomes the Knife Angel sculpture to spread awareness for knife crime

Leeds welcomes the Knife Angel sculpture to spearhead a month-long awareness campaign on knife crime. Towering at 27 feet and composed of over 100,000 confiscated blades, the artwork stands outside the Royal Armouries Museum this February. The initiative, led by Safer Leeds with the West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Partnership, aims to educate the youth on the impact of violence. The campaign features input from various community voices and partners, emphasizing the city's commitment to tackling serious youth violence.

Fish and Chip Shop fryer, counter assistants, preparation staff and part-time cleaners

Portside Fish and Chips

Mortgage and Protection Advisor

Equals One Ltd, LS7

£60,000 per annum

Events Manager

Em Recruiting, LS7

£28,000 to £32,000 per annum

Alwoodley FC Results and Upcoming Fixture

Alwoodley FC is gearing up to redeem themselves after a tough 5-1 defeat against Wortley FC on January 27th.

They will face off against Gildersome Spurs O.B. on February 3rd, 2024, at The Avenue for a 2:00 PM kick-off in the Supreme competition.

Fans are looking forward to seeing how Alwoodley FC will bounce back and bring their A-game to this upcoming match. With the team's resolve tested, this next game is one to watch.

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