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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 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 council and partners have reported back on activity during September’s SAVED Month.
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.
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…
Wakefield Council's Public Health team hosts ICON Week 22–23 September at The Ridings Shopping Centre. Free resources and advice on infant crying and…
Wakefield Council has completed a summer programme improving the city centre with road resurfacing, deep cleaning and anti-social behaviour enforcement.
Kinsley residents now have free access to outdoor fitness equipment at Gorton Street, including pull-up bars, sit-up benches and leg raise stations.
Wakefield Trinity beat Warrington Wolves 23-10 in the Super League Grand Final. Thousands lined the streets for an open-top bus parade through the city…
Wakefield Trinity beat Warrington 23-10 to win their first Super League Grand Final. Wakefield is celebrating with a city parade and a free ticketed event at WX on 4 October.
Wakefield's Time Well Spent Festival returns in October with over 80 free and low-cost events for people aged 60 and over, including discos, tours and…
Wakefield Council launches housing survey to shape the district's Housing Plan for 2027–2030. Residents invited to share views on affordable homes and…
Pontefract Castle has won a national Seeds of Change Award worth £10,000 to develop retail products from used coffee grounds, including heritage-inspired…
Wakefield Council increases Fuel Poverty Fund from £58,000 to £276,000, enabling 75 vulnerable households to receive fully funded heating improvements…
Wakefield Council has appointed Development Delivery Consultancy to plan hundreds of new homes at Stansfield Road and Wheldon Road in Castleford.
Wakefield District Heritage Celebration Event at Nostell Priory on 8 October 2026. Heritage organisations, community groups and speakers gather to share…
Wakefield Council is recruiting for roles including residential workers, youth workers and early intervention practitioners. Recruitment day on 30…