The Met Office have suggested that Leeds and other parts of northern England should be in for snow this weekend after forecasting a white Christmas.
The weather forecast suggested over the weekend that we were in for a snowy Christmas Day, but this has since been pushed back to make way for high chances of rain.
According to Apple News, it won't be until Boxing Day that snow hits the West Yorkshire region, despite expected temperatures 2 - 6 degrees. The 70% chance of snowfall is followed by a drop in temperature between Christmas and New Year.
Plenty of freezing and wet weather is expected over the next two weeks, so make sure you wrap up warm, grab those gloves before buying a sledge for Boxing Day.
Unexpected snow in November stopped Leeds in its tracks. / Image: Bei Travels
At present, the temperatures and forecast over the Christmas period is as followed:
Monday 20 December: 10% chance of rain with temperatures of 2 - 5 degrees.
Tuesday 21 December: clouds with no rain expected, with temperatures of -1 - 4 degrees.
Wednesday 22 December: 70% chance of rain with temperatures of -2 - 4 degrees.
Thursday 23 December: 70% chance of rain with temperatures of 3- 9 degrees.
Friday 24 December: 80% chance of rain with temperatures of 5 - 8 degrees.
Saturday 25 December: formerly snow reported but now a 90% chance of rain with temperatures of 4 - 6 degrees.
Sunday 26 December: 70% chance of snow with temperatures of 2 - 6 degrees.
Monday 27 December: 50% chance of snow with temperatures of 0 - 4 degrees.
Tuesday 28 December: 60% chance of snow with temperatures of -1 - 3 degrees.
Wednesday 29 December: 40% chance of snow, with temperatures of -1 - 3 degrees.
Veteran Manchester rock and blues band Proud Mary recently announced a limited run of UK reunion shows, including one right here in Leeds.
The seasoned Northern outfit may have seen plenty of lineup changes and a long hiatus of sorts, but now they’re returning for just a small handful of comeback gigs across the country.
Ahead of their seminal debut album turning 25 years old this year, 2026 also seems them steadily creeping up on the best part of three decades as a group in some form or another.
For anyone uninitiated, the native 90s and early noughties name was the first band signed to Noel Gallagher’s Sour Mash Records in 2001.
Their first-ever LP, The Same Old Blues, still remains their most revered work to this day.
Dubbed by the older Burnage brother and legendary Manc musician as “a lesson in songwriting” in an interview with the NME way back when, they started out as long-time friends and turned into fellow studio peers.
As well as supporting the likes of Oasis, Neil Young, The Stereophonics, Paul Weller, Ocean Colour Scene, Ryan Adams, Noel’s High Flying Birds and more on various tours over the years, they also famously headlined Isle of Wight Festival in 2004.
Having collaborated with the likes of another Britpop legend, Gem Archer, as well as The Smiths’ Andy Rourke, not to mention gaining plaudits from so many other contemporaries, they’re likely one of your favourite bands’ old faithful bands.
Moreover, in regional terms, rising local indie rock quintet Rosellas are also joining them on the road for their shows.
Proud Mary will be playing at The Warehouse in Leeds on Friday 8 May and you can grab your tickets HERE.
Featured Images — Proud Mary (press shots supplied via Sonic PR)
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Independent Nordic-inspired homeware shop closes Leeds store after six years
Clementine Hall
After six years in the city, independent homeware retailer North Home is closing its Leeds city centre shop.
If you're a lover of all things home then you'll have most likely visited the gorgeous North Home shop in the Victoria Quarter.
Stacked to the brim with unique pieces from striking ceramics to stylish soft furnishings, North Home is known for its well-curated stock and great customer service.
Seriously, we've probably spent a good hour in here in awe of all the beautiful pieces.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Last week, curious shoppers noticed the three-storey store was suddenly empty and now the company have confirmed that they have closed for good.
In a statement, they said: "After nearly 6 wonderful years trading in Leeds, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our physical store while we restructure the business and explore the next chapter for North Home.
"Retail has changed significantly in recent years and, like many independent businesses, we’ve faced increasing costs.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
"Taking this step now gives us the opportunity to protect what we’ve built and focus on the future of the brand. North Home continues to operate online and all existing customer orders will be fulfilled as normal although delivery times may be slightly extended.
"We’ve loved being part of the Leeds retail community since 2020 and are incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received. We hope to share more about our plans soon."
We'll be sad to see them go and we hope this isn't goodbye forever, but you can still shop from North Home online here.
Sophie Smith -
20th December 2021 
