Posts by Yorkshire Reporter

Rhubarb Festival Returns

Events
Wakefield’s famous Rhubarb Festival returns on 16-18 February with a packed programme of events for all the family. The festival is taking place as part of Our Year – Wakefield District 2024. The exciting 366-day programme of cultural and heritage activity is taking place across the Wakefield District. The hugely…

Abbey House Museum Displays
Allsorts Of Classic Confectionery

Events
A collection of classic confectionery has added a timeless touch of sweetness to a new exhibition in Leeds. Vintage Yorkshire sweet jars, chocolates and toffee tins are among the objects on show in Abbey House Museum’s The Power of Persuasion, which explores the stories and strategies behind some of history’s…

Beechwood Veterinary Group

Beechwood Veterinary Group has added a new branch in Headingley to their surgeries in Leeds. The branch at Beechwood Vets 177 Kirkstall Lane, Headingly LS6 3EJ opened in August 23 and is open Monday to Friday offering appointments and surgeries (on certain days) The branch is run by two of…

Surgical Hologram Tech Launches Into Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust  Following Ce Safety Mark Award

Health, Healthcare
Norwegian healthtech startup HoloCare scales its commercial footprint across the UK and Europe, following UKCA and CE certification. The mixed reality and AI-powered platform will initially launch in five hospitals, including Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, to support pre-surgical planning. HoloCare’s software creates interactive 3D holograms of an individual patient’s…

New Dementia-Friendly Ambulances Introduced In Yorkshire

Health, Healthcare
The region’s ambulance service has introduced new vehicles for both 999 and non-emergency Patient Transport Service (PTS) with features to improve the experience of patients with dementia. The improvements to the vehicles will create a calmer environment for someone who is living with dementia, and help to put them at…

500,000 Women Benefit From Cheaper Hormone Replacement Therapy

Health, Healthcare
Since launching on 1 April last year, more than 500,000 women in England have accessed cheaper HRT – the main treatment for negative menopause symptoms – helping to save hundreds of pounds in prescription charges. A key pillar of the first year of England’s Women’s Health Strategy, which made menopause…

The Pawfect Storm: Study Finds High Levels Of Problem Behaviours And Use Of Aversive Training Methods In Pandemic Puppies

The average number of owner-reported problem behaviours among ‘pandemic puppies’ was five, with problem behaviours more likely in owners using aversive training techniques, says the Royal Veterinary College Four in five (82%) ‘pandemic puppy’ owners have reported using aversive training methods in attempts to address their dog’s problem behaviours, according…

Motorcycle Live Looks Ahead,
With Two Year Commitment
On Bikesure Partnership

Motoring
The UK’s biggest, and most interactive motorcycle and scooter show, Motorcycle Live, is proud to announce a two year extension to their successful partnership with leading insurance provider Bikesure.  Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance for the 5th year, will see the five star defaqto rated insurance provider, and…

Double Win For Dacia At The
2024 What Car? Car Of The Year Awards

Motoring
Dacia has once again been recognised at the What Car? Car of the Year Awards, with the Sandero and Jogger being named ‘Best Small Car for Value’ and ‘Best Seven-seater for Value’ respectively. It is the third consecutive year that the Sandero has won the title, and the 11th time…

She LIKES Flowers But LOVES Our Jewellery!

Valentine’s Day is one of the most romantic days of the year and a time to show appreciation and affection for the one you love.  Isn’t it time you moved away from the traditional flowers and chocolates this year and gave something special such as a stunning piece of jewellery…
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