Leeds Man Jumps Into Action to Support Causes Close to His Heart

Walk with Wells: Nonagenarian raises over £2,000 for causes ‘close to his heart’

An unstoppable nonagenarian has raised over £2,000 for causes close to his heart by completing a walk across Portadown with the help of his community. Leslie Wells – who celebrated his 90th birthday in January – chose to complete a sponsored walk from St Mark’s in Portadown to Moneypenny’s towpath on May 17. The entire distance – there and back – totalled approximately six miles and for those miles, Leslie aimed initially to raise just £100 in s…

Leeds man jumps into action to support causes close to his heart

Martin Peel from Bramhope took to the skies last week for a charity tandem skydive in memory of his mum.

Horsforth councillor champions veterans' cause - West Leeds Dispatch

By Jill Stocks A Horsforth councillor is backing a nationwide veterans’ organisation in their efforts helping military and blue light families.  Cllr Emmie Bromley (Lab, Horsforth) met with representatives from Resilient Bonds CIC (community interest company) this week to learn more about their work and the support they provide.  Cllr Bromley was joined by Stephen Boardman MBE, Deputy Lord Lieutenant in West Yorkshire, alongside partner Julia Mo…