Food&Drink Blackhouse Leeds announces new evolved gastrobar Leeds favourite, Blackhouse has announced it is set to unveil an evolution of its popular city centre restaurant in 2026 to mark its official ‘coming of age’. The new direction builds on nearly 18 years of delivering high-quality, accessible dining and will introduce a refreshed food, drink and social offering By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Councillor James Lewis, officially opens Leeds International Study Centre The new home of the Leeds International Study Centre (ISC) for progression to the University of Leeds was officially opened during an official event held on Tuesday 25 November. The new facility is now located at 8 Park Row in central Leeds, placing international students at the heart of the By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Join a spiritual walkway to Whitby heaven More than 1,000 people have submitted their names to be immortalised on a special Spirits Walkway in Whitby. The 80-metre walkway, which will be built in the shadow of Whitby Abbey, is celebrating the creation of the brand-new £2.4m Whitby Distillery, which opens to the public in the By The Editor • 3 min read
Arts&Culture Bright new mural brings colour and creativity to Sheffield A vibrant new mural has been unveiled in Sheffield, injecting colour and creativity into the heart of the city. The large-scale artwork now adorns the car park of the former Cole Brothers building, owned by Sheffield City Council, and set to be redeveloped by award-winning regeneration company Urban Splash. Created By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Leeds College of Building named UK leader in staff health & wellbeing Leeds College of Building (LCB) has been recognised as one of the best UK employers after winning the ‘Health & Wellbeing’ category at The Personnel Awards 2025. The 27th national awards celebrate the vital work of HR and Learning & Development teams and showcase the very best achievements of the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Eddisons expands auctions presence with Network Auctions acquisition Leeds-headquartered property consultancy Eddisons has strengthened its auctions division with the acquisition of Network Auctions. The London-based firm was established in 2005 and sells residential and commercial properties across the UK via monthly online auctions. Network Auctions will integrate with Eddisons’ existing auction business which includes Pugh & Co, SDL By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Lazenby’s celebrates double finalist success Lazenby’s Financial Services Ltd, the Leeds-based independent financial adviser firm, is proud to have been named a finalist in two major categories at the highly respected Professional Adviser Awards 2025. The company is shortlisted for both Paraplanner of the Year, recognising the outstanding work of Rajvinder Bharj, and North By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Harrogate company claims leading industry award Harrogate-based Dishang Group has been named best state of the art manufacturer at the Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW®) Awards 2025 in London, a win that places the global apparel specialist at the centre of the sector’s digital transformation. The award recognises the company’s smart digital manufacturing By The Editor • 1 min read
Business SportsShoes.com invests £1.5m in semi-automated warehouse system Online running shoes, running clothing and outdoor gear retailer SportsShoes.com has invested £1.5m in a state-of-the-art semi-automated warehouse system as part of its ongoing growth plans. The new warehouse system comprises automated conveyers and packaging machines which enable faster order processing and distribution to customers throughout the UK, By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Mad Devs doubles support team as Connect dealer network expands Automotive technology specialist Mad Devs has doubled the size of its UK-based support team to ensure it continues to deliver industry-leading service as more dealers join its Connect platform. The move will create eight new jobs and follows strong growth in the company’s dealer network and increasing adoption of By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Henry Boot Construction delivers first phase of £3m pro bono SEND school transformation in Rotherham Henry Boot Construction has completed the first phase of a major £3 million pro bono Yorkshire Children’s Charity and Nexus Multi Academy Trust project to transform Hilltop School in Rotherham – a special educational needs school supporting 180 children with complex needs. The first phase was officially unveiled at a By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Leading York architects triumph in Scottish competition Leading York architects brown + company have won a major Scottish design competition. The company, based in Blossom Street, is “extremely proud” to have secured first place in the National Design Ideas Competition for a new community facility at Portobello Promenade in Edinburgh. Set alongside this much-loved stretch of North Sea By The Editor • 2 min read
