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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…
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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.
Firms face charges for peak-time roadworks
Wakefield Council launches lane rental scheme charging firms up to £2,500 a day for roadworks on busy routes during peak times to reduce disruption.
Today in Wakefield — 9 August
Today in Wakefield: Wakefield (Eastern Area) Coroner's Appeal – 7 August 2026, plus 3 more local stories with links to the full coverage.
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…
Motorbikes Cause Damage to City of Wakefield Golf Club
Motorbikes have caused significant damage to City of Wakefield Golf Club off Horbury Road, with the fifth and sixth greens most affected. The course has…
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…
Wakefield City Centre Roads Resurfaced in Summer of Action
Wakefield Council has started resurfacing key city centre roads including Westgate, Marygate and Wood Street as part of its Summer of Action improvement…
Today in Wakefield — 2 August
Today in Wakefield: Witness appeal after man dies following collision near Wakefield, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.