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Wakefield One, Wakefield Council's headquarters

Welcome to Yorkshire: Council praised for refusing to bail out ‘sinking ship’

Wakefield-born Amy Garcia is celebrating ten years as an anchor on BBC's Look North.

Wakefield presenter celebrates 10 years anchoring on BBC's Look North

Lana Willis has launched her new lashes range at Locks & Lashes in Featherstone with the support of her partner Leon Leake and her children Reuben and George.

Meet the Featherstone salon-owner launching her own Yorkshire-themed lash brand

The Hepworth Wakefield’s popular Festive Market has returned.

All the festive fun at The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market

First Christmas meal of the year.

Karen Wright: Preparations to ensure a hassle free lunch

Round here, local groups are working hard to support each other.

Yvette Cooper MP: Not working to live but working to survive

Omar El Torkey was in winning form for Pontefract 1.

Pontefract keep pressure on leaders in Yorkshire Premier Squash League

Tom Jones, Madness and Becky Hill have been added to the stellar line-up of headliners for Scarborough Open Air Theatre’s 2024 summer season.

Tom Jones, Madness and Becky Hill join Scarborough Open Air Theatre line up

Sustain service users, staff and volunteers work on the obelisk that will be displayed at the National Coal Mining Museum from December 8.

Charity art project to be gifted to Wakefield's National Coal Mining Museum

Yorkshire Air Ambulance Paramedics call out to supporters to donate through the Big Give.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance announces new Christmas fundraiser

Wakefield features in illustrator Josephine Dellow's new Yorkshire themed colouring book.

Wakefield features in new Yorkshire colouring book celebrating the region

Everton Wakefield Supporters Club and Tottenham Yorkshire Supporters Club teams before their charity football match.

Tottenham legend's son plays in charity game with Everton Wakefield Supporters

The county’s tourism agency went into administration in March 2022 after council leaders decided to withdraw public funding for the private organisation following years of financial and reputational problems.

Call for answers on financial costs over collapse of Welcome to Yorkshire

Beauty and the Beast is on at the Stephen Joseph Theatre

Oh yes it is - panto-time in Yorkshire

Carmelo Luggeri complements Kiki Dee's vocal virtuosity

Dee-lightful Kiki's still got the music in her

Pontefract 1's Patrick Rooney was instrumental in the defeat of Doncaster in the Yorkshire Premier Squash League..

Pontefract take down leaders Doncaster in Yorkshire Premier Squash League
Pontefract 1 are creeping into contention for the Yorkshire Premier Squash League title after boosting their chances with a fantastic win over leaders Doncaster.

Dumble Farm owner Fiona Wilson is no stranger to cows and is delighted with the success of her 'cuddle a cow' experience which is drawing in new visitors.

Cuddle A Cow: Former dairy herd boosts farm as 'Professional Cuddlers'

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JUNE 03: Jane McDonald attends The British Soap Awards 2023 on June 03, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Anthony Devlin/Getty Images)

Jane McDonald to appear in Race Across Yorkshire for Children In Need

The stunning property within landscaped gardens has views that extend for miles across rural North Yorkshire.

Super-luxurious Yorkshire home converted from barns hits the market at £5m

Visitors are invited to step into a wonderful world of gifts created by local independent artists, makers and designers, transforming the beautiful Tiled Gallery of The Art House for a fresh take on the winter craft market.

The Art House hosts Makers Wonderland to celebrate local businesses

Corned beef hash served with Yorkshire pudding

Karen Wright: Corned beef hash carries many memories

The Met Office has issed numerous weather warnings as Storm Debi hits England.

Storm Debi: Yellow wind warning issued for Wakefield as gales forecast

Train timetables across Yorkshire and Humberside will change on Sunday, December 10 along with the rest of the National Rail network.

Northern train times to change - check before you travel

Highly promising all-rounder Jawad Akhtar in batting action.

Wakefield cricket prospect Jawad Akhtar aiming to progress with Yorkshire

The helicopter was spotted by residents

Here is why the Yorkshire air ambulance was called to Castleford yesterday

Husband-and-wife craft gin producers Gary and Victoria Ford from Forged Spirits in Wakefield will see their new and exclusive gin landing on the doorsteps of and being enjoyed by tens of thousands of gin lovers across the country this November.

Wakefield distillery Forged Spirits' gin of the month for Craft Gin Club

Disney On Ice Dream Big timeless classic characters Goofy, Minnie and Donald

Disney on Ice's latest foray into fantastic family-friendly fantasy
New Year sees Disney on Ice's latest foray into fantastic family-friendly fantasy fun skate into Yorkshire.

The Luxury Gift Basket, priced at £95, which includes fine wine, biscuits, handmade mini cakes.

Yorkshire hamper company pulling out all the stops this Christmas

One of Rick Stein's seafood platters.

Let the festive feasting begin with TV legendary chef Rick Stein

Northern Powergrid, the company that powers everyday life for 8 million people across the North East and Yorkshire, is reminding local communities to stay safe by staying clear of power lines and substations if setting up bonfires or lighting fireworks this weekend.

Northern Powergrid reminds not to light fireworks or bonfires near power network

Yorkshire Air Ambulance hosted its first thanking day, aptly named ‘Ta Very Much’ day, last month.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance hosts 'Ta Very Much' Day at Wakefield base for donors

Hollie Latham owns floral design business Alchemilla Floral Design, which will be a featured stall at this year's Hepworth Festive Market.

Hepworth Festive Market: Meet stall-owner and floral designer Hollie Latham

Feast of frights - taking a look at some of the most haunted places in the county.

Be afraid, be very afraid! 12 of the most haunted places in Yorkshire

Subaru Outback

Getting to grips with the all-wheel drive Subaru Outback

The Maillard reaction is what happens when you cook food at high temperature. Photo: AdobeStock

Dr's Casebook: Maillard reaction and why it is bad for you

The end terrace property for sale, with wrap-around gardens.

The Good Life - stunning listed property has option of adjoining allotment.

Wakefield Council made the ‘right decision’ not to buy The Ridings shopping centre, the local authority’s leader has said.

Council made ‘right decision’ not to buy The Ridings, leader says

Asia Harris is looking for a sponsor to help her fulfil her Olympic dream.

Elijah Thomas clinches Pontefract victory over Abbeydale in Yorkshire Premier

Rob Burrow: Living with MND,  won on best news or current affairs story and was also the winner of the Single Documentary award.

Rob Burrow among the big winners at Royal Television Society (Yorkshire) Awards

Guide Dogs partnered with the Age UK Wakefield District to improve the awareness and skills of volunteers who work with those living with sight loss in the region.

Guide Dogs team up with Age UK Wakefield District to train volunteers

Storm Babet has hit Wakefield bringing heavy rain and wind, causing 40,000 customers across Yorkshire and the North East power cuts so far.

Northern Powergrid: What to do if your power is affected by Storm Babet

The upper section of the oak centrepiece within the cottage.

Chance to live in this unique cottage with a tree as a central feature

Jacqueline Power arranges the knitted Mermaid on the seafront in Staithes

Mermaids to meteorites - Yorkshire's myths and legends

Aerial drone photo of residential properties in Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Yorkshire's property prices edge upwards in "most price-sensitive market ever"

Shoe shop Foot Locker in The Ridings in 1991.

40 years of The Ridings: Explore Wakefield's iconic shopping centre in 1991

Award winning Macy and Maya Burrow with brother Jackson.

Maya and Macy Burrow collect award for Compassionate Carer of the Year at awards

The incredible Woodthorpe Manor is currently available on Rightmove for £1,250,000.

Woodthorpe Manor: Inside Wakefield's incredible million pound home

The Pontefract farm received the channel's first gold star.

Pontefract pumpkin patch receives first 'gold star' from Rate My Takeaway star

Little Bird Made artisian markets will return to the city this Saturday.

Little Bird: Popular artisian markets return to Wakefield this weekend

Yorkshire s home to some of the most haunted places in the country

Check out 8 of the most haunted places in Yorkshire

The Hepworth's Festive Market will return this November.

'One of the UK's best Christmas markets' to return to Tileyard North this winter

Cat Scott has brought her Inner Horizons display to the Tiled Gallery at The Art House

Experience 'life in a bubble' at new exhibition at The Art House in Wakefield

Doncaster's Asia Harris played her part in an opening defeat for champions Hallamshire.

Pontefract 1 off to flying start in Yorkshire Premier Squash League

David Duggleby Movers and Storers, have pledged to donate £2 from every removal they complete throughout 2023 to Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Removal company makes charitable pledge to Yorkshire Air Ambulance

The January 27 York Barbican gig will hear the classic ABV disc, whose title was derived from NME live review headline, performed in its entirety alongside other greatest hits timeless tracks that have become fans' firm favourites

ABC bring The Lexicon Of Love Orchestral Tour to Yorkshire

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