Leeds West MP Rachel Reeves has joined Unity Homes and Enterprise representatives, residents, ward councillors and project partners to mark the official opening of the association’s £2m affordable housing development in her constituency. The Armley Ridge Road scheme of six houses and eight flats is located on the site of the
Author: Steve Everett
Artisan food and drink producers support homeless charity
Cyclists raising money for youth homelessness in the Carter Jonas LandAid Pedalthon this June will be fuelled by some of Yorkshire’s finest food and drink courtesy of producers in the region. Organised by Iconic Cycling Events, the Pedalthon is the largest annual charity bike ride for the business community in Yorkshire
Stairlift donations to transform palliative care
Acorn Stairlifts has announced plans to raise £20,00 for Marie Curie to fund 1,000 hours of care from its specially trained nurses. Continuing the partnership between UK-based stairlift manufacturer and Marie Curie, £10 will be donated to the charity for every stairlift installed before June 9. Acorn Stairlifts already installs up to
Yorkshire manufacturer flies high with national award nomination
Yorkshire based chemical manufacturer Airedale Chemical has been recognised for its excellence amongst national peers in the 2019 Chemical Industry Awards (CIAs). The independent family-run business, which manufactures and distributes specialist chemicals, has been shortlisted for its work with the local community, establishing long-term partnerships and commitment to inciting an interest
Easy Bathrooms strengthens contracts area sales team
Birstall-headquartered Easy Bathrooms, which supplies bathroom products and tiles to developers and trades people, has strengthened its sales team – specifically within its contracts department – to support its growing base of trade clients. Paul Blanksby, who was formerly a manager of Easy Bathrooms’ Sheffield showroom; and Charlotte Wood, who has
I’Anson to invest £12m in new production facility
City’s rich textile history celebrated at Leeds station
The rich history of Leeds’ internationally-renowned textile industry is being vividly celebrated at Leeds Station. Eight colourfully-illustrated panels, inspired by the region’s weaving and textile industry, have been installed on columns on the main platforms at the station. They show different textile weaves layered with quotes of weaving terminology and processes. The
Millets open new store in Scarborough
Outdoor retailer Millets has opened a new store in Scarborough. With over 100 stores across the country, Millets is well known for offering an extensive range of quality outdoor equipment and clothing for the whole family. The new store will be the go-to destination in Scarborough for outdoor enthusiasts, stocking everything
Trebor Hilwood submit planning application for Aero Centre Yorkshire
Trebor Developments, working in conjunction with its partner, Hillwood, have submitted a reserved matters planning application for their two-unit industrial speculative scheme, at Aero Centre Doncaster. Following exchange of contracts with Peel Land and Property (Peel L&P) for the site, Trebor Hillwood will work with Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council on securing
Vintage furniture emporium upcycles to the Fruit Market
A vintage upcycling business is bringing its eclectic mix of hand-painted statement furniture and home accessories to Hull’s growing Fruit Market creative community. Roberts’ Vintage Home offers a personal service beautifully hand-painting vintage furniture. The business is also Hull’s only stockist of trademarked Chalk Paint and wax products by Annie Sloan, one