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Leave barbecues at home to help prevent fires in parks and green spaces
Wakefield Council urges residents to leave barbecues at home after a rise in park fires this summer, including incidents at Notton Woods, Newland Country…
Students congratulated on GCSE results day
Wakefield Council's Cabinet Member for Children and Young People has congratulated all students receiving GCSE results. Advice available for those…
Council warning residents to be on their guard against scammers
Wakefield Council warns residents not to answer calls from 0345 603 1539. The council never contacts people from this number or requests card details by…
Follow our new WhatsApp channel for latest council updates
Wakefield Council now offers a WhatsApp channel for residents to receive council updates, service changes, and severe weather alerts directly to their…
New Cutsyke play area brings more fun for local families
Wakefield Council has opened a new £98,000 play area at Green Lane in Cutsyke with 32 features including accessible equipment for children of all…
Council congratulates students on A Level results
A Level students across Wakefield received results on 13 August. The council's Cabinet Member urges those with disappointing grades to seek support from…
The Mayor’s activities this August
Mayor Cllr Brian Moorhouse attended Yorkshire Day, a Cathedral welcoming lunch, and the Prince of Wales Family Fun Day in August.
Learn and succeed with Wakefield Adult Education service
Wakefield Council launches autumn 2026 adult education programme with free courses in digital skills, maths, English, and new AI essentials classes.
Former Wakefield Councillor Monica Graham Dies
Monica Graham, Conservative councillor for Wakefield South for 15 years, has died. She stepped down in 2019 due to ill health but remained active in the…
Wakefield Council Appoints Muse as Castleford Regeneration P
Wakefield Council has appointed Muse as Strategic Regeneration Partner for Castleford to drive town centre improvements and attract new investment.
Wakefield Golf Course Damaged by Motorbike Vandals
Wakefield Golf Course's 5th and 6th greens were deliberately damaged by motorbikes. The course has reopened but repairs are ongoing. Police appeal for…
Wakefield City Centre Clean-Up: Summer of Action
Council teams are deep cleaning Wakefield city centre streets including Westgate, Jacobs Well Lane and Market Street as part of the Summer of Action…
Wakefield Council Launches Lane Rental Scheme for Road Works
Wakefield Council is introducing a Lane Rental Scheme charging companies up to £2,500 per day for road works on busy routes during peak times, launching…
Bill Nelson In Conversation at Wakefield Exchange
Bill Nelson, Be-Bop Deluxe founder and Wakefield native, returns home for a special evening at Wakefield Exchange on 21 November.
Wakefield Council Unveils Economic Growth Plan
Wakefield Council has launched its Economic Growth Plan to attract investment and create jobs, with focus on advanced manufacturing, logistics, and…
Activ8 Wakefield: Free Inclusive Sports Festival August 2026
Activ8 Wakefield returns 15 August at Thornes Park Stadium. Free festival with 'come and try' activities for all ages and abilities, delivered by…
Plastic Fantastic? exhibition opens at Wakefield Museum
Wakefield Museum opens Plastic Fantastic? — a new exhibition of mid-20th century plastic homewares running until June 2027. Interactive displays and…
Castleford Community Grants: £100–£10,000 Available
Castleford community groups can apply for grants up to £10,000 from the Pride in Place Community Grants Programme. Applications open 31 July 2026.
Wakefield Economic Growth Plan Launch – 4 August
Wakefield Council launches Economic Growth Plan on 4 August at WX, focusing on advanced manufacturing, logistics, and creative industries to attract…