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With the coming of the new academic year, teens and adults alike are considering taking the jump into higher education. We take a  look at the less mainstream options available to prospective  students who may want to stay local. UTC…

After a long and difficult school year, being given the opportunity to be a part of the school’s junior leadership team is a huge honour and a great way to gain some new knowledge and skills before we leave Leeds…

With Croatia recently making its way from the amber to the green list, we take a look at places to visit in this gorgeous country. Blue Cave The Blue Cave is a magical grotto located on the island of Biševo…

Since hospitality reopened, Leeds has been ranked one of the biggest restaurant spenders, and with so many eateries to choose from, it should come as no surprise. Here are just a few of the new ventures that have popped up…

Design and interiors consultant Alexis Nicolaidis, founder of VA Heritage, plays down the importance of trends and explores why getting the mood right is crucial to helping you unlock the potential of your property. When embarking on an interior design…

With the new term fast approaching, we discover the latest news at our three local schools. Alumni Talk Careers at The Grammar School at Leeds Alumni from a wide range of professions and sectors have shared their expertise at a…

Chag Sameach! Gift giving is a wonderful way to welcome in the new year. Here are our picks for some less traditional Rosh Hashanah themed gifts to give to friends and family. Honey Dish | £7.50 Take your Rosh Hashanah…

Sharp, original, supportive, SOS Marketing comes to the rescue of local businesses, helping them make an impact in the digital world. A local Jewish-owned startup based in Alwoodley, SOS Marketing is an agency that helps small and medium sized businesses…

Israeli filmmaker Dalit Merhav brings the plight of the Leeds mining community to international attention with her latest short film, Coal in Their Veins. Merhav, making a film based on real life events that struck hard in the region was…

Welcome to the June edition of the Leon & Company column, where we offer a timely reminder to consider submitting your P11D forms and throw in a top tax tip to boot! Benefits in kind We’ve reached that time of…

With Father’s Day just around the corner, we take a look at just some of the events taking place in Leeds for the big day. Live Brass Band For the more musically discerning Dad, taking a walk out to Springhead…

As travel gets the green light, JLife discovers the destinations available to UK holidaymakers looking for a long overdue summer getaway. The sun chasers of north Leeds had their budgie smugglers at the ready when the government announced international travel…

Summer is just around the corner and with it comes more social events. With plenty of lost time to makeup for (see what we did there?) ensure your look is on point with some of our best beauty picks. The…

North Leeds Food Festival – Summer Edition | 7th and 8th August, all day | £7.98 per person North Leeds Food Festival has been going strong for five years now. Based in Roundhay Park, the festival celebrates international influence and…

With Boris Johnson having spoken the magic words, we discover the freshest new restaurants you can dine inside or out, to help you catch up on a year’s worth of missed culinary experiences. You’re welcome. Solita Food Hall Off the…

With summer and sunshine heading your way, we’ll be entertaining in our gardens. Here are JLIfe’s top furniture picks for outdoor entertaining. Six Burner Gas Barbecue | £249.99 With a change in the weather, barbecues are what’s on everyone’s mind.…

From secret gardens to rooftop terraces, we’ve selected a few of our favourite North Leeds spots to catch some rays while indulging in our new-found freedoms. The Myrtle Tavern While waiting patiently for restrictions to lift, landlord Scott Westlake spent…

After a long winter of restrictions, holidaymakers can’t wait to spend time away with friends and family. But is it too early to make travel plans, will destinations be limited to the vaccinated, and are there deals to be had?…