Bonfire axed in green move
THE annual bonfire at Thornes Park was cancelled this year by eco-friendly council bosses.
Wakefield Council decided to axe the event, which is usually part of a fireworks night, in a bid to reduce its carbon footprint.
Lisa Dodd, Wakefield Council's service director for sport and culture, said: "As part of our drive to reduce our carbon emissions we decided not to have a bonfire.
"We will of course listen to what people have to say on whether they want to see a bonfire reinstated next year and balance this with working towards the district becoming even more eco-friendly."
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Thursday 24 May 2012
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