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Light Up Wakefield is back this winter
Light Up Wakefield returns 13–14 November with illuminated art installations, a festive parade and light switch-on event across the city centre.
New approach put forward for managing Council property and land
Wakefield Council plans to sell hundreds of unused assets and reinvest profits into services. Cabinet meets 22 September to discuss the new approach.
Additional £2.5m road investment proposed for Wakefield district
Wakefield Council will vote on £2.5m additional funding for highways maintenance and resurfacing across the district in 2026/27, funded by West Yorkshire…
Improving skills and job opportunities for Wakefield residents
Wakefield Council is set to approve a new Employment and Skills Plan aiming to improve job prospects and training access for residents of all ages across…
Ossett’s Church Street play area improvements complete
Wakefield Council has completed £99,000 improvements to Ossett's Church Street play area, adding new equipment including an in-ground trampoline, group…
Weapons surrender initiative comes to Wakefield
Wakefield residents can surrender weapons anonymously at a Fazamnesty amnesty event on 26 September. Vans at Wakefield Exchange and a mobile unit will…
Work begins on new accessible public toilets at Thornes Park
Wakefield Council begins work on two new accessible toilets at Thornes Park's Holmfield Park Pavilion, including baby changing facilities. Completion…
Food, Drink and Family Fun coming to Castleford
Food Drink Castleford returns on 19 September with live music, craft beers, fairground rides and market stalls in Henry Moore Square.
Residents reminded to respond to annual canvass
Wakefield Council is reminding all district residents to respond to voter registration contact ahead of elections in May 2027. Online registration takes…
Wakefield Council urges residents to seek support as energy bills rise
Wakefield Council reminds residents of available support as energy bills rise by around £60 per year from 1 October. Grants, heating help, and financial…
Have your say on stronger powers to tackle anti-social behaviour in Castleford
Wakefield Council is expanding anti-social behaviour powers in Castleford town centre. Residents can respond to a public consultation until 27 September.
Tackling anti-social use of electronic scooters and bikes
Wakefield Council has completed 18 action days targeting illegal e-scooter and bike use, stopping 134 riders and seizing 15 vehicles between April and…
National fridge freezer recycling shortage starts to impact the district
Wakefield Council continues accepting fridge freezers at recycling centres but urges residents to use retailer take-back schemes due to a national…
New administration marks 100 days of delivering change
Wakefield Council's new administration has delivered road improvements, saved £1.3 million on school uniforms, and is reviewing city centre regeneration…
New affordable homes set for Castleford
Wakefield Council is backing Vico Homes to build 69 affordable rental and shared ownership homes on the former Castleford swimming baths site. Demolition…
Culture Grants still available for our communities
Wakefield Council is offering culture grants of up to £1,500 for community groups and charities. Two application deadlines remain: 14 September and 9…
Explore our local history as part of Heritage Open Day events
Heritage Open Days run 11-20 September across Wakefield. Explore Sandal Castle, Pontefract Castle dungeons, museums, libraries and more with guided tours…
30 Days, 30 Ways UK - Be prepared for emergencies
Wakefield Council is promoting the 30 Days, 30 Ways UK campaign throughout September to help residents prepare for emergencies including severe weather,…
Mayor of Wakefield abseiling for charity
Mayor Cllr Brian Moorhouse is abseiling down Wakefield Cathedral's 164-foot tower on 19 September to raise money for Stepping Stones Baby Bank.
New mural unveiled in Ossett
Wakefield Council has unveiled a new mural in Ossett on Richmond's Butchers, featuring local landmarks including the Town Hall and Trinity Church spire.