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Tom Edwards pictured with dad Ben

Dad launched charity football team after son's horror injury experience

Jimmy Eyles struck twice for Wakefield AFC against Hemsworth MW, but hit the woodwork with a penalty in the follow-up game at Immingham Town. Picture: Steve Biltcliffe

Oval ball takes spotlight but Wakefield AFC do their bit for football in city

Lucas Stubbs scored the only goal as Kinsley Boys beat Leeds UFCA 1-0. Picture: Kinsley Boys

Stubbs fires Kinsley Boys up into top half but Hemsworth MW find it tough

Seven libraries across Wakefield will receive collections of books that inspired Netflix films and series.

Netflix brings the stories behind its biggest hits to libraries across Wakefield

Normanton Gala

In pictures: Weekend of fun at Normanton Gala

Fundraiser Elsie is hula hooping her way through September to raise money for the children's ward at Barnsley Hospital.

Elsie hula hoops her way through September to support hospital children’s ward

Harry Shepherd has left Hemsworth MW to join Wakefield AFC. Picture: Hemsworth MW

NCEL round-up: Hemsworth MW show never say die spirit with battling draws

Craig Roughley

MND fundraiser in memory of golf club member

Kinsley Boys captain Lucas Stubbs struck twice in injury-time to give his side a big win over local rivals Hemsworth MW. Picture: Kinsley Boys

Stubbs strikes late to give Kinsley bragging rights against Hemsworth

Specialists have noted that brooches of this type are normally made from copper alloy, making this gilded silver example particularly unusual.

Rare, 2,000-year-old piece of Roman history discovered near Hemsworth

Inside an impressive 1920's build, available for £800,000 in Hemsworth

Frost stood over Connor Batty (inset) after shooting him, asking him if he wanted an aspirin.

Murder accused asked man he fatally shot: 'Do you want an aspirin?'

Persimmon Homes has earmarked a 10.5-hectare site off Highfield Road, in Hemsworth, for 185 houses. Google images

Plans expected for 185 homes across farmland and football pitches in Hemsworth

The former Superdrug distribution centre, on Dale Lane Industrial Estate, South Elmsall. Google image.

Giant former Superdrug warehouse to get revamp

Submitted Wakefield planning: Application submitted for 185 homes

Bora (pictured) had been ordered to stay away from his ex partner.

'Besotted' thug who growled at ex in the street is jailed
He had been ordered to stay away from her by a court order
Nick Frame

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Submitted planning applications

Lee Perks did well with bat and ball for Hemsworth MW against Knottingley Town.

Pontefract League: Perks plays captain’s part as Hemsworth defeat Knottingley

Hemsworth MW did the league and cup double in the Sheffield & Hallamshire County Senior League and are now heading back to the NCE League.

Hemsworth MW and Kinsley Boys confirmed as NCE League new boys

Hemsworth MW celebrate their victory in the Sheffield and Hallamshire County Senior League Cup final at the Eco Power Stadium.

Hemsworth MW crown season with cup triumph to add to league title

West End Terriers FC has been granted permission for a new sports pavilion at its ground on Cemetery Lane, in Hemsworth. Google image

Football club to get new sports pavilion to replace ‘outdated’ facilities

Hemsworth RUFC celebrate winning the South Yorkshire Plate to crown an encouraging season.

Remarkable turnaround sees feel good factor back at Hemsworth

The former Superdrug distribution centre, on Dale Lane Industrial Estate, South Elmsall. Google image.

Giant former Superdrug warehouse set for upgrade to ‘secure new tenant’

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Latest decided planning applications

Jon Trickett, MP for Normanton and Hemsworth, spoke at the demonstration in support of the strike at the National Coal Mining Museum. LDRS image

Charity Commission to investigate “governance and management” at mining museum

Wakefield Road. Picture by Google

Plan submitted for 287 homes

Jon Trickett MP

Political opinion column with Jon Trickett MP: Why I support the workers at the ...
Areas like ours built the wealth of our country through coal mining. The heritage and legacy of mining in our area should never be forgotten. The National Coal Mining Museum is an important part of keeping the history of our area alive.
Jon Trickett MP

Martin Britton was 41

Tributes paid to Martin Britton

Call for return of Wakefield Council housing after waiting list quadruples

Loo of the Year Awards 2025.

Pontefract and Castleford Wetherspoons delight at winning Loo of the Year Awards

Fireworks and fun at Hemsworth Water Park tonight.

Head to Hemsworth for Bonfire Night with funfair and fireworks

Local dad's campaign after son suffers injury at football match

West End Park play area

Hemsworth's West End Park play area gets £83k makeover

Former YMCA in Hemsworth. Picture by Google

Plan for fish and chip restaurant at former YMCA approved at second attempt

White Rose Boxing Club's regional champions with coaches Aidan Perry and Cain Adams.

White Rose trio advance after becoming regional champions

Lindsey Oil Refinery in North Lincolnshire

Political opinion: John Trickett MP - Powerless: UK energy policy is failing

Hemsworth fatal crash: Woman, 77, dies after car crashes into a tree

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Latest submitted planning applications

Former YMCA in Hemsworth. Picture by Google

Fish and chip restaurant planning application resubmitted

Isabella Durant has been reported missing from home in Hemsworth and Lily Watson has been reported missing from Fitzwilliam.

Appeal to help find missing 12-year-old girls from Hemsworth and Fitzwilliam

Jakob Williamson, independent councillor for Hemsworth, called on Wakefield Council to expand the Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme to more youngsters in the district.

Dolly Parton reading scheme set to be expanded after council vote

The details for the funeral of Khayos Blakey, who died in a scooter crash aged 15, have been announced. Picture: Much Loved

Funeral details announced for teen who died in Hemsworth scooter crash

Flowers have been left at the scene where a 15-year-old boy crashed this morning (Thursday) on Market Street in Hemsworth.

Flowers left at scene of scooter crash after boy, 15, dies

The incident happened on Market Street in the early hours of this morning.

Boy, 15, dies after scooter crashes in Hemsworth this morning

Looking back towards the stunning property, from the garden.

"Flawless" modern family home for sale - with an amazing garden too

Coun George Ayre with park rangers and representatives of 'Friends' groups at Anglers Country Park.

Five Wakefield parks receive internationally recognised Green Flag awards

White Rose winners Oliver Jones and McKenzie Hartley with coaches Chris Cunniff and Sherri Walker.

White Rose juniors impress in Midlands Box Cup event

Jon Trickett MP

Column: Jon Trickett MP: Why I Voted Against the Welfare Reform Bill

Slimming World Consultants: Emma Fish (Hemsworth & Fitzwilliam), Sarah Simmonds (Knottingley), Paula Thomas (Selby), Angela Crosby (Tadcaster) & Emma Lynall (Outwood).

Slimming World members from the Wakefield area raise money for Cancer Research U...

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We should be taxing extreme wealth to fund a fairer society

The former Barclays bank on Market Place in Pontefract. Picture by Google

Former Barclays bank could be converted into HMO

The site at Hacking Lane, South Elmsall

MP raises ‘stinking’ South Elmsall waste site in Parliament

Jon Trickett, MP for Normanton and Hemsworth, said he will oppose the government’s proposals to overhaul the welfare system, which MPs will vote on in June.

Labour MP to vote against planned welfare reforms in June

Residents of all ages can get active, explore their area, and enjoy some healthy competition while earning points and winning prizes

Hemsworth, Ryhill and Havercroft to become giant interactive playground

Jon Tricket at the Superdrug warehouse in South Elmsall

Calls for Superdrug to reverse factory closure as company accused of threats

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