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Jayne Greenhough, clinical skills tutor at the Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pinderfields nurse recognised with prestigious national award

Mr Lamb and Mr Niculescu in the operating theatre after successfully completing the first two Rottinger hip replacements ever performed at Wrightington Hospital.

Pontefract surgeon's expertise helps shape the future of hip replacement care

Pinderfields Hospital.

Hundreds of jobs to go as hospital trust faces £57m shortfall

Castleford Tigers assistant-coach Luke Robinson. Picture by Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com.

Tigers boss Robinson says 'no hard feelings' ahead of return to Giants

Castleford Tigers' Jack Brown is stopped in his tracks by Bradford Bulls tacklers in his side's latest Super League defeat. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

Castleford Tigers still have something to play for in last game says Robinson

An artist impression of the Main Stand after the planned FLAIR Stadium development proposed by Huddersfield Giants following their move to Dewsbury.

Super League comes to Dewsbury with Giants move to FLAIR Stadium

Coca-Cola rebrand

Coca-Cola’s new look has a distinctly West Yorkshire connection

Drivers are facing significant delays on the M1 today as resurfacing works continue following a serious crash at Wakefield.

Significant delays on M1 at Wakefield continue following serious crash

Plans have been formally submitted to build a £60m zero-emission bus depot in Wakefield.
The purpose-built facility forms part of the Weaver Network, which aims to create a leading transport system for West Yorkshire. Image: WYCA

Wakefield bus franchising delayed due to 'complexities' with city’s new depot

New car parking system to be introduced for visitors to Mid Yorkshire hospitals

New car parking system introduced at Pinderfields and Pontefract hospitals

The Optilume theatre team at Dewsbury and District Hospital.

New minimally invasive day case surgery introduced at Dewsbury Hospital

Christina and Graham Firth

Graham and Christina mark diamond wedding anniversary

And the winner is ... Aaron Slimane.

Slimane delivers with victory over unbeaten Muay Thai opponent

Aldi unveils £7m store plan set to create 40 jobs

A bronze award in the Best Male Presenter category went to Big Band Jazz Show presenter Jeremy Vicars.

Hospital radio station wins at national awards

It was announced earlier this week that Yorkshire Buses had ceased its operations from April 1. Photo credit: Yorkshire Buses

Cancelled Yorkshire Buses routes offered temporary lifeline
Bus routes linking Wakefield to Dewsbury and Wakefield to Leeds will be able to continue from next week despite the closure of a local firm.
Adam Cheshire

"After much thought and consideration, the continued rise in costs which includes fuel and many other significant increases has made it no longer sustainable for us to continue operating. This has not been an easy decision, and it is one we have fought hard to avoid however with further cost increases forecast on the horizon the decision has had to be made sooner rather than later." CREDIT: YORKSHIRE BUSES

Bus operator ceases operations amid rise in fuel costs

The former Birkdale High School, Wheelwright Drive, Dewsbury

Fire crews battle blaze at derelict school building

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International Women's Day: 14 notable women from West Yorkshire

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust has announced the return of their Recirculate project, which sees unwanted bikes donated to key workers at their hospitals.

Project that sees community donate bikes to Wakefield key workers returns

2,000 robotic surgeries have taken place across Pinderfields and Dewsbury hospitals.

NHS Trust hits 2,000 robotic surgeries at Pinderfields and Dewsbury hospitals

West Yorkshire Reform UK branch officers confirm decision to quit party

Wakefield fire: People rescued from flats near The Ridings after fire breaks out

This outstanding home is currently on the market for £4.5m..

Magnificent £4.5m dream home hits the market - see inside

Leon Greenwood, who was brought up in Batley, is about to realise his "Olympic dream" at the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina in the four-man bobsleigh event for Team GB. Photo credit: Getty Images

Winter Olympics bobsledder from Batley hopes to inspire next generation

The new yellow boxes, which are funded by MY Hospitals Charity, aim to help patients keep glasses, hearing aids and dentures safe.

Yellow patient property boxes introduced across Wakefield and Dewsbury hospitals

Arriva has released its festive bus schedule for Wakefield over the festive season, with adjusted services running from Christmas Eve until Friday, January 2.

Arriva announces Christmas and New Year bus timetable changes for Wakefield
Arriva has released its bus schedule for Wakefield and Dewsbury over the festive period, with adjusted services running from Christmas Eve until Friday, January 2.
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Graham Dobbs ran a marathon every month to raise awareness and funds for the Huntington’s Disease Association.

NHS Trust colleague completes year-long marathon challenge for charity

Tributes pour in for ‘generous’ sports enthusiast and dad of Gladiator star Fury

Christmas events in West Yorkshire: Markets, Santa's grotto, pantos and more

Two-year-old Lyla Storey did from undiagnosed type 1 diabetes.

Lyla’s Law: Supporting a family’s fight for change after a preventable tragedy

NHS Trust launches campaign following rise in violent behaviour towards staff

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust has been recognised at the Regional Apprenticeship and Skills Awards.

NHS Trust recognised at Regional Apprenticeship and Skills Awards

The Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service at the Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust has received an NHS Health at Work Network Award.

NHS Trust receives prestigious national award for supporting staff

Dawn Aykroyd, facilities manager at the Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, won the Outstanding Contribution to Quality Assurance award.

NHS Trust facilities manager wins prestigious national award

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Expo Sofa Direct to welcome customers as location re-opens following refit

Amber and yellow heat health alerts have been issued across England. Picture: UKHSA

Yellow heat health alert issued for Yorkshire

Westgate CCTV, a security solutions provider now serving homes and businesses across Dewsbury, Wakefield, Batley, Heckmondwike and Leeds. Though the company is new, Shahban’s experience in CCTV installation dates back to 2012, bringing over a decade of hands-on expertise to the table.

Westgate CCTV’s Vision for Safer Communities

The resident doctors’ strike will begin this Friday, July 25.

NHS Trust advises community to 'choose healthcare services wisely' during strike

The accident took place on the M1 northbound between Junction 39 and Junction 40 earlier this afternoon.

Collision leads to lane closures and delays on M1 between Wakefield and Dewsbury

The Trust have introduced nasal decolonisation for patients undergoing hip and knee replacement surgery, using Ondine’s Steriwave technology.

NHS Trust nominated for national Patient Safety Award

Over 700 people took part in the consultations through drop-in sessions, online events, interviews and a survey.

More than 700 people have their say on birth facility at Pontefract Hospital

These are the areas of Yorkshire where house prices have risen fastest, according to new analysis

Why house prices are soaring in this Yorkshire neighbourhood

13-year-old Eddie Coppinger spent time at Pinderfields Hospital last weekend after breaking his wrist.

National Children’s Day: 13-year-old Pinderfields patient thanks hospital staff

Muslims for MRI have helped to raise £170,000 for the local NHS Trust’s MRI Appeal.

‘Generous’ community network helps to fund new MRI suite at Pinderfields

MY Surgical Hub at Dewsbury and District Hospital

MY Surgical Hub at Dewsbury sees first patients

The Black Swan

Wakefield pub the Black Swan reopens

Dewsbury-born Jodie Ounsley has become the Guinness World Record holder for the fastest woman to run 50m while carrying a 20kg sack of coal. Photo: Mark Bickerdike

Jodie Ounsley achieves world record ahead of World Coal Carrying Championships

This funding will help the Combined Authority continue to support the work of local council partners to improve roads in West Yorkshire.

Multi-million-pound investment for roads across Wakefield approved

Behind the mic: radio presenter Rebecca Owen

On air and on top: Radio station wins again at annual awards

Rev Elizabeth Lee

Farewell to local legend, Rev Elizabeth Lee

The Volunteer to Career for the Armed Forces community programme has launched in the Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust's hospitals.

Local NHS Trust launches programme to support veterans into healthcare careers

The Wakefield District Health and Care Partnership is asking for feedback on a proposal to not reinstate the birth facility at Pontefract Hospital while continuing to provide antenatal and postnatal care there.

Your views wanted on future of birthing services at Pontefract Hospital

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Fire breaks out at Thai restaurant

Liz Morgan, from Featherstone, was recruited by the local NHS Trust into an international clinical trial examining different treatments for venous leg ulcers.

Featherstone woman becomes first UK patient in international medical trial

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