Wednesday 21st February 2024

Good morning, Moortown readers!

Moortown, grab your umbrellas! It's a rain-soaked morning with temperatures steady at 9°C.

Heavy showers are on the cards all morning, with rain probabilities hitting a high note of 90%. But wait, the afternoon promises an encore of drier weather with a chance of sunny intervals around 3 pm.

The evening cools down to a gentle 9°C with the clouds parting to end the day on a quieter note.

^{Have you taken advantage of Leeds Restaurant Week yet?}

^{Tuck into exclusive menus of £5, £10, £15, £20, and £25, a menu for every budget, this Eat Leeds Restaurant Week! Available exclusively between Monday 19th and Sunday 25th February 2024.} 

^{Here’s how to join in: Pick your restaurant; Download your voucher (making sure to check the T&Cs); Book your table; Repeat the next day!} 

Wednesday, 21st February

Mixed Ability Pilates Class, St Andrews Roundhay, 9:30am and 6:30pm

Charlotte is a Body Control Pilates Teacher and her classes cater for ALL ages and ALL abilities, it’s the perfect way to improve your movement.

If you’d like more details about a class or you’d like to secure a place, you can get in touch via email [email protected] or via message 07973 197367.

Thursday, 22nd February

Mixed Ability Pilates Class, St Andrews Roundhay, 9:30am and 10:30am

Same info as above

Saturday, 24th February

Canned Heat Beer Tasting, NorthLight Chapel Allerton, 7pm

• Tickets: £25 for 6 drinks and snacks

Live Music Night, Ego at The Wellington, Northern Acoustics, 18:30pm - 20:30pm

Saturday, 9th March

Women Walk This Way, Roundhay Park, 11am

Join the Mental Health Mates Leeds for a special walk and talk event celebrating International Women's Day, hosted by Michelle.

The walk will feature guest speakers along the route. All women and allies are welcome.

Moor Allerton Elderly Care Events for the week

Wednesday

• Sporting Memories at Cranmber Bank between 11am - 12:30pm.

• Wednesday Welcome, 1:30pm - 3:30pm at Cranmber Bank.

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.

Officer Dismissed for Assault on Colleagues and Fleeing Arrest

West Yorkshire Police officer Daniel McKie was dismissed after a misconduct hearing for assaulting colleagues and fleeing during his arrest at home in December 2022.

Despite his apology and personal stress claims, the panel ruled immediate termination was necessary. McKie had previously been convicted of assault and restricting a constable's duty, receiving a community order in April 2023.

Leeds Family Loses Everything in Suspected Arson Attack

A Leeds mother and her six children have been left with nothing after their Meanwood council house was destroyed in a suspected petrol bomb arson attack.

The family managed to escape without physical harm, but the house suffered extensive damage, leaving them to start over. Community support has been significant, with fundraising efforts underway to help the family recover.

West Yorkshire Police are investigating the incident as arson and are appealing for information.

Moortown Primary School Year 5 Assembly

Catch the Year 5 class of Moortown Primary School as they present their second assembly of the year on Wednesday, February 21st, from 2:40 to 3:00 pm.

It promises to be a showcase of their latest learning and achievements. Parents and guardians, mark your calendars for this exciting window into your child's classroom experience!

Teacher of English

Co-op Academy Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7HD

£30,000 - £46,525

Teacher of Food

Roundhay School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 1ND

Pay Scale: MPS/UPR

Customer Assistant (Shopfloor/Yard/Car Park)

Roundhay Road, Leeds

£20,767.50 pro rata

Boost North Leeds CC Players with Your Sponsorship for the 2024 Season

Opportunity Alert: North Leeds Cricket Club invites you to sponsor a senior player for the 2024 season at £75 each.

Open to businesses, club members, families, and supporters, your sponsorship will get recognition via team sheets and social media highlights.

Ready to support? Contact Harry Kellaway or Jack Edmunds for more info on making a player shine with your sponsorship this season!

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