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Wakefield Council has released its Autumn Winter Planner, a guide to seasonal events, Halloween activities, Christmas markets and winter trails across…
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Wakefield Council has issued 20 fixed penalty notices and eight cautions for flytipping since April. Residents can report illegal dumping and use council…
The car park is due to close until 23 November for ground surveys, with drivers directed to other city-centre parking.
The district guide covers 24 October to 3 January, with a downloadable copy and printed editions available through local venues.
Castleford’s event moves to a Sunday this year, with markets, entertainment and 5.30pm switch-ons planned across three town centres.
The Cribs announce their first Wakefield headline show since 2014, performing at Tileyard North on 20 August 2027 to mark 20 years since their…
Two action days across Wakefield, Castleford, Pontefract and Normanton led to five stop searches and two drug seizures, according to the council.
The council says enforcement action since April has included fixed penalties and cautions, alongside further investigations and cases awaiting court hearings.
Illuminated parade 'Nature's Return' comes to Wakefield city centre on 14 November at 5.30pm, celebrating wildlife and kicking off the festive season.
Wakefield Council is considering charging for board and lodgings in Shared Lives placements to align with other adult social care services. A…
The company says work on the Ings Road premises is expected to begin in December, with an opening date still to be announced.
Tiny Horse is due out on 6 November, with a free launch show at the Cross Keys in Old Snydale.
The council and partners have reported back on activity during September’s SAVED Month.
A 110-room hotel will be built on the former Wakefield Westgate railway station site from 2027, with £8m in government funding supporting the scheme.
Wakefield Council set to approve £500,000 funding to help the RFL purchase Post Office Road stadium and establish a successor club in Featherstone after…
Cabinet will decide whether to seek views for three months before any final decision on charging arrangements.
Cabinet will consider the parking package on 20 October, with a separate consultation planned on evening charges.
Cabinet will consider the proposed hotel at the former Westgate station site on 20 October. Work could begin in summer 2027 if the scheme proceeds.
A proposed grant towards Post Office Road would require match funding and a sustainable new operator, with Cabinet considering the report on 20 October.
Film Wakefield marks its first anniversary with a free networking event on 24 September at WX Wakefield Exchange, celebrating growth in local film and TV…