Wednesday 28th February 2024

Good morning, Moortown readers!

Can you guess where this local photo was taken in the 1970s? The answer will be in tomorrow’s newsletter!

Grab your coffee and a light sweater because we're starting the day at a brisk 7°C. The sun might pop out to say hello early on but expect a mostly cloudy canvas overhead. No need to fret about rain for your commute; we're looking pretty dry throughout the day.

By lunchtime, we'll see a modest bump to 8°C—so it's comfortable enough for a walk or a quick bite outside. And even though there's a slim 10% chance of rain at 10 AM, it's probably safe to leave the umbrella at home.

Temperatures will gently dip as the evening rolls in, and we'll tuck into the night with the mercury dropping to a cool 3°C. So if you’re out late, you might want a warmer jacket.

This week…

Safer Leeds Knife Amnesty Initiative

As we bid farewell to the awe-inspiring Knife Angel, Safer Leeds is launching a powerful initiative to make our streets safer. In the Knife Angel's final week gracing our city, we have a golden opportunity to take a stand against knife crime.

🗓️ This week, from Monday 26 February to Sunday 3 March, you can be part of the change with the Knife Surrender initiative.

📍 Drop off any knives at the public helpdesk of the Leeds Police District Headquarters on Elland Road. Whether it's an unwanted kitchen knife or something more sinister, no questions will be asked. The helpdesk welcomes you from 8 am to 8 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 6 pm over the weekend.

Your anonymity is guaranteed. There's no need to share your name or any personal details.

Stay safe, stay united, and let's make a difference.

Saturday, 2nd March

A Celebration of 32 Years of the Forum for Race Equality in Soicial Care & Health, Reginal Terrace, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Celebrate 32 years of advocating for racial equality in health and social care with The Forum for Race Equality. Join the event on Saturday, 2nd March 2024, from 1 PM to 5 PM at The Community Wellbeing Hub, Reginald Terrace, LS7 3EZ.

Enjoy inspiring talks, performances, and traditional food, reflecting on past achievements and future aspirations. Contact Leeds Involving People at 0113 237 4508 or [email protected] for more.

Sunday, 3rd March

Bingo, Raffle and a Surprise Act, Moortown Social Club

• Early flyer starts at 8:30pm

• Star Entertainment at 8:45pm

• 1 book of 4 and 1 flyer at 9:35pm

• Raffle drawn at 10:30pm

Moor Allerton Elderly Care Events for the week

Thursday

• Active Minds, 10:30am - 12pm at Cranmer Bank

• Chair Based Dance, St Stephen’s Church Hall, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm.

• Knit and Natter, 2pm - 4pm, Cranmber Bank.

• Walking Football, 2pm at Scott Hall Leisure Centre.

Friday

• Big Breakfast at 10:15 am - 11:45am, Cranmber Bank.

Future Events

The Alderbrook Care Home Open Day on April 3rd, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Located at Donisthorpe Hall, Shadwell Lane in Moortown, Leeds, LS17 6AW, the event promises a tour of the care home, a chance to meet the team, and interactions with residents.

Enjoy refreshments, various stalls, raffles, and more. If you're interested in joining the activities or need more information, email [email protected].

Alwoodley Home Raid Uncovers Cash Trove

In a police operation on Linton Crescent in Alwoodley, officers discovered an illegal immigrant from Albania attempting to conceal £140,000 in a house suspected of cannabis cultivation.

The 20-year-old, who confessed to working in the UK illegally and owing money to traffickers, was subsequently jailed for 15 months and expressed a wish to be deported to Albania.

Leeds Council Housing Register Review

Leeds Council is contemplating the removal of around 18,000 applicants from its housing register. The proposal targets those with lower priority who are deemed to have little to no realistic chance of being offered a council house.

This move comes as part of efforts to manage the register more effectively and focus on applicants with a higher likelihood of receiving housing.

Bank Healthcare Support Worker

Care in Mind, Moortown

£10.90 per hour

IFA Administrator/Trainee Paraplanner

CB3 Associates Ltd, Moortown

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

Cleaner

Allerton High School, King Lane, Moortown, LS17 7AG

£11.02 per hour / 20 hours per week

Luck In The Form Of A Cup?

North Leeds who played last Saturday against Nostell M.W. Res were triumphant in a 0-1 win. This qualifies North Leeds to take place in the Semi-Final against Lepton Highlanders Res who is a Division 4 team who have received some big wins this season including a 8-0 win. They are currently 6th in their respective Division but could prove themselves to be worthy rivals in this competition.

The game is a month away, being held on 27/03/2024 but that will just increase excitement and anticipation. Until then North Leeds take on Leeds City IV this Saturday at 2 PM.

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