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Wakefield Council has doubled the number of road sweepers and boosted its drain-cleansing fleet as it steps up preparations for autumn and winter storms.

Wakefield gears up for wetter weather with extra sweepers and drain crews

Blacker Hall Farm team at the Deliciously Yorkshire Taste Awards.

Blacker Hall Farm wins big at the Deliciously Yorkshire Taste Awards 2026

Here are all the Christmas light switch-ons taking place across the district.

All the Christmas light switch-on events taking place across Wakefield in 2026

Wakefield store Lush to host free activities marking 21st birthday of Snow Fairy

Charlotte Cunningham, owner and lead practitioner at Toddler Sense Wakefield

Toddler Sense Wakefield named national finalist at What's On 4 Kids Awards

Wakefield residents are being urged to speak up and help shape how people affected by domestic abuse are supported across the district.

Wakefield residents urged to have their say on domestic abuse support

Inspectors noted that children are ‘consistently make progress across all areas of learning’ and they ‘benefit from consistent support’ ensuring they are well prepared for their next stages of education’.

'Confident and respectful children thrive' at nursery, says Ofsted

Nostell Priory.

Nostell Priory to introduce new ANPR car parking system this weekend

A retrospective planning application has been submitted to allow the former Black Swan, on Westgate, to remain in use as 13-bedroom shared accommodation. LDRS image

Black Swan: New HMO plan for former city centre hotel

Durty 'O Dwyers in Wakefield city centre has closed down.

City centre bar closes down and signs removed

Ready for the fireworks at Thornes Park in 2013

Nostalgia: 23 photos of fireworks fun in Wakefield over the years

This lovely family home, on Pavilion Way, is currently available for £775,000 through estate agents Purplebricks.

Inside a five bedroom £775,000 family home, for sale in Wakefield city centre

CAP warehouse supervisor Shaun with some of the 2026 hampers already donated to the appeal by generous readers.

First festive hampers are generously donated to annual Christmas appeal

Sir David Attenborough poses with the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George following an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, on June 8, 2022. (Photo by Andrew Matthews / POOL / AFP) (Photo by ANDREW MATTHEWS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Sir David Attenborough features in new film celebrating Charles Waterton

A new three-year agreement between YPO and Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation will see YPO become the principal sponsor. Pictured (from left) are: Jack Pemberton (head of operations at Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation), Ashley Cartwright (head of procurement product and supply solutions - YPO), John Healey (category lead - curriculum - YPO) and Luke Shale (Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation CEO).

YPO named principal partner of Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation

After Dark nightclub, on Westgate, Wakefield. LDRS image

After Dark: Apartment block residents object to nightclub opening until 3.30am
Residents of a city centre apartment block have objected to a nightclub being allowed to open until 3.30am at weekends due to noise and anti-social behaviour concerns.
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Wakefield winter coat appeal: Residents urged to donate unwanted coats

Wakefield winter coat appeal: Residents urged to donate unwanted coats

Gawthorpe Water Tower

Gawthorpe Water Tower: Yorkshire Water survey reveals widespread concrete damage

Bob & Berts teams up with Cash for Kids Mission Christmas, donating 10p from every festive drink to buy gifts for children in its local communities, with hopes to raise £30,000.

Every Christmas drink at Bob & Berts helps a local child wake up to a present

Clarence Park in Wakefield, which is connected to the adjoining Thornes Park.

Plans lodged for annual music festival in Clarence Park

Simon Lightwood, Labour MP for Wakefield and Rothwell.

A bit of breathing space for families and businesses

Tucked away behind the Elephant and Castle public house on Westgate, Elephant & Castle Yard is a historic commercial courtyard with a fascinating story.

Elephant & Castle Yard: Bringing a piece of Wakefield's history back to life

Amir Heidari and Hammad Ali were Wakefield Athletic's scorers in their 3-3 draw against The Mad Ox.

Wakefield Athletic pegged back by Mad Ox after Heidari’s spectacular double

Wakefield Crown Court. Picture Scott Merrylees

10-metre neon artwork could light up historic courthouse

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Submitted planning applications

Superheroes and Star Wars legends descend on Trinity Walk

Jay Pitts. Picture: Rob Hare

Wakefield Trinity hero predicts more big occasions for the club
For Jay Pitts it might be the end of the rugby road playing-wise after hanging his boots up, but he is confident there is much more to come for Wakefield Trinity.
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Callum Charlton scored his first goal since returning to Wakefield AFC when they beat South Leeds 7-4. Picture: Steve Biltcliffe

New twin strikers fire Wakefield AFC to crucial success in 11-goal fest

Our British heritage is one of love and welcome for the stranger.

We need a bit more care and love

Wakefield Council's cabinet has agreed to scrap two-hour free parking. LDRS image

Wakefield politicians give views on scrapping two-hour free parking

Levellers.

Levellers announced as next headliner for Live at Tileyard North 2027

This lovely property, on Green Lane, is currently available for £475,000 through estate agents Purplebricks.

Explore an exclusive £475,000 family home, for sale in Alverthorpe

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Respite care home rated Good in all areas by inspectors

The Cribs will headline Live at Tileyard North 2027.

The Cribs announce second date at Tileyard North following 'phenomenal demand'

New look The Hop and Cobble

14 photos as The Hop and Cobble reopens with new look and live music space

Wakefield Council has identified a site on Ings Road to build a £15 Youth Zone. LDRS image

Consultation held over city’s £15m ‘world class’ youth centre plan

Wakefield pub reopens after major makeover – with brand-new live music venue

Plans to convert a former city centre dental surgery into flats have been approved. the scheme include building four self contained apartments at the Georgian property on Bond Street in Wakefield. Google image

Former city centre dental surgery to be converted into flats

Nights of fun, food and fireworks are taking place all over Wakefield and the Five Towns for Bonfire Night 2026

All the bonfire and firework displays taking place across the district this year

The Combined Authority, led by Mayor Tracy Brabin, has committed £3.7 million to provide targeted support for rough sleepers across the region.

Wakefield secures £500,000 to combat rough sleeping

Your Halloween photos

Spooktacular! Photos of your fabulously freaky decorations for Halloween

Nights out

From Halloween to Hollywood - nights out in Wakefield in 2008

West Ridings Care Home

Care home improves rating but concerns remain

Ruby Rogers, Jo Waude and Oliver Hardy

Cricketers Arms wins Wakefield CAMRA award

Chris Kamara MBE opening the refurbished Trinity Medical Centre.

Chris Kamara opens refurbished Trinity Medical Centre following £3m investment

Wakefield is said to be one of the most haunted cities in the UK and has some of the spookiest tales to be told.

10 of the most haunted places in Wakefield where you might spot a ghost

Love Where You Live Awards.

Community heroes celebrated at Vico Homes Love Where You Live Awards

The mural at the Waggon & Horses in Stanley

Burley Banksy paints Max Jowitt tribute mural at pub after Trinity triumph

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Submitted planning applications

Wakefield Council has confirmed it is currently considering bids made for The Lodge and Milnes’ Orangery. LDRS image

The Orangery: Historic zoo and botanical gardens site close to being sold

First half goal scorers for Wakefield Athletic A against Neville Hill Reserves in their Landlords Trophy tie Ryan Jones (left) and Jonas Nassau.

Wakefield Athletic unable to kick on after flying start in Landlords Trophy tie

Cheapside, Wakefield

Plans lodged to turn historic wool warehouse into seven-suite aparthotel

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Award-winning foodbank warns it needs more help as Christmas approaches

The M1 Southbound exit slip road to the M62 Westbound is currently closed.

Drivers face major delays on M1 near Wakefield following police incident

Jolly Pinder of Wakefield' set to go on permanent display at WX

‘Jolly Pinder of Wakefield’ set to go on permanent display at WX

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