(20/11/2008) Hub of activity to officially open
Two new major parts of Hemsworth Arts & Community College will be officially opened next week.

(20/11/2008) Clearing the way for safe winter travel
New vehicle friendly salt is one of the ways Wakefield Council will be keeping the district's roads safe this winter.

(20/11/2008) Wakefield Council leads from the front to beat slowdown
Wakefield Council has announced plans for the creation of a new economic task force to help local businesses through the current global slowdown.

(19/11/2008) Wakefield is recognised for Making a Difference
Wakefield Council was recognised at the prestigious Making a Difference Awards for delivering high quality services in the district last night.

(18/11/2008) Funding boost for The Hepworth Wakefield
Wakefield's newest art gallery has received a funding boost from two of the UK's leading charitable foundations.

(18/11/2008) New pavilion plans put forward
A new multi-sports pavilion has taken a step closer to becoming a reality after Wakefield Council submitted a planning application.

(17/11/2008) Driving the message home
A new road safety campaign in Airedale will be launched next week with a dramatic reconstruction of a car accident

(13/11/2008) Drama launches anti-social behaviour DVD
A drama event to launch an educational DVD about anti-social behaviour is being held at Airedale High School's theatre later this month

(13/11/2008) Celebrating Wakefield's children of achievement
The achievements of more than 90 children and young people in care were recognised at a special event last night (Nov 12).

(12/11/2008) Council team up with Friends of Pugneys group
A new community action group has been formed to help make Pugneys Country Park an even more popular place to visit

(12/11/2008) Alcohol exclusion zone to begin in Pontefract
Drunken behaviour and booze-fuelled crime is being clamped down on by Wakefield Council in Pontefract town centre

(10/11/2008) Pupils get OnBoard
Pupils from a Featherstone school have been setting sail in a bid to get more active at Pugneys Country Park

(7/11/2008) Wakefield pupils reach for the stars
Wakefield school pupils will be given the chance to learn more about rocket design and space travel next week

(6/11/2008) Free swim springboard for Lightwaves reopening
Lightwaves Leisure Centre will celebrate its grand reopening with a free day of swimming

(5/11/2008) Lighting up for the festive season
The district is gearing up for the festive season with special markets and switching on Christmas lights as part of the Council's continuing Festival of Fire and Light

(4/11/2008) Wakefield Victorian Market 2008
Wakefield's Victorian Market opens in the city centre next week as part of the Council's continuing Festival of Fire and Light

(4/11/2008) A climate for change
Wakefield Council is joining four other local councils to lead on climate change in the region

(4/11/2008) Roadworks ban on 100 roads for Christmas
Roadworks are to be banned again from 100 of Wakefield District's main shopping streets and busiest roads in the Christmas and New Year period

(4/11/2008) Carleton Community High School update
Arrangements have now been made for pupils from Carleton Community High School, in Pontefract, to use the facilities at The King's High School

(4/11/2008) Castleford community's television bid for parks funding
A Castleford community group is hoping to get some major funding for a park after applying to a television show

(4/11/2008) Boost for crime fighting in Wakefield
Wakefield has become one of 60 areas across the country which has been signed up to become a new neighbourhood crime and justice pioneer area, Home Secretary Jacqui Smith announced today

(30/10/2008) Campaign to highlight violence at work
Wakefield Council is supporting a national campaign to highlight violence at work in retail and licensed premises which can make life a misery for employees

(29/10/2008) Queen Victoria on the move
The historic statue of Queen Victoria is on the move as part of the refurbishment of Wakefield's Bull Ring

(29/10/2008) Guide dog puppies go for walkies at school
Wakefield Council has teamed up with Guide Dogs for the Blind to promote healthier and safer travel

(29/10/2008) Five-year anti-social behaviour order for teenager
An 18-year-old Featherstone man was given a five-year anti-social behaviour order on Monday (27 October) for burglary and taking vehicles without the owner's consent

(29/10/2008) Senior councillors confirm decision on school holiday changes
Wakefield Council's Cabinet has confirmed a decision to align school holidays for primary and secondary schools in the district as we move towards harmonisation with the rest of West Yorkshire

(28/10/2008) Wakefield District at War- We Will Remember Them
A unique online archive is going live on Remembrance Day - 11 November

(28/10/2008) Girnhill Lane Estate, Featherstone
Wakefield Council took a major step forward today in the regeneration of the Girnhill Lane estate in Featherstone by appointing Strata Homes (Yorkshire) Ltd as the preferred developer for the estate

(27/10/2008) Wakefield Remembers
The Annual Festival of Remembrance will be held in Wakefield Cathedral on Friday 7 November 2008

(27/10/2008) Young environment champion wins award
A Wakefield pupil has been recognised for his efforts to keep his community clean

(27/10/2008) Council services help citizens in credit crunch
Wakefield Council is helping citizens in financial difficulties due to the credit crunch by agreeing monthly payments of council tax based on what people can afford to pay and running a groundbreaking scheme to support people struggling to pay mortgages

(24/10/2008) Road safety award ceremony
Wakefield Council in association with its road safety partners, Warburtons Bakers, is holding a road safety awards ceremony to recognise the work carried out by staff and volunteers

(24/10/2008) Carleton High School - latest information
Carleton Community High School in Pontefract is planning for the future following the devastating fire last weekend, which destroyed nearly half its buildings

(23/10/2008) Continuing to improve dignity in care
A district-wide review to continuously improve dignity and respect at the heart of caring for older people was launched today (23 October) by Wakefield Council

(23/10/2008) Wakefield Council Festival of Fire and Light 2008
Wakefield Council's annual Festival of Fire and Light continues on November 1 with a spectacular firework display on Thornes Park playing fields, Wakefield

(23/10/2008) Schools providing more services for families
Schools across the Wakefield district are working for families and providing extended services for the community, beating a target set by the Government

(23/10/2008) Working smart gains recognition for Wakefield
An innovative scheme to improve Council services has won a prestigious national award

(22/10/2008) Mayor to lead tributes to Adam Watene
A special memorial service will be held at Wakefield Cathedral to celebrate the life of Adam Watene

(22/10/2008) Queen Victoria to be restored
The historic statue of Queen Victoria will soon be given a new lease of life and a new home

(22/10/2008) Work to begin on a new look Westgate
A new wave of regeneration to rejuvenate the Westgate area of Wakefield will begin this month despite the challenging economic climate

(22/10/2008) Wakefield Council supports safety campaign
Wakefield Council is joining in a national campaign this month and next run by the Health and Safety Executive to target tradesmen who are still at risk from exposure to asbestos

(22/10/2008) Wakefield Council shortlisted as Beacon for strategic commissioning
Wakefield Council has been shortlisted as a beacon for other councils for its work in commissioning services for citizens

(21/10/2008) Apprentice makes top six
Dale Hick, a Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprentice, with Wakefield Council's Transport Services, was one of only 6 apprentices in the country to be short listed by the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) for its Transport and Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice of the year award 2008

(21/10/2008) Having a ball with the Mayor
The Mayor of Wakefield will be hosting the annual Charity Ball on Friday, November 14

(20/10/2008) A cleaner, greener online diary
Wakefield's environment champion Cllr Clive Hudson has set up an online diary to chronicle his family's attempts to become greener and their switch to the new bin collections

(20/10/2008) School fire update
Following a serious fire which this weekend destroyed a large part of Carleton Community High School, Pontefract, headteacher Rob Foreman was today co-ordinating operations

(17/10/2008) Lunch clubs
Kingswood Catering, part of Wakefield Council, is helping to improve relationships between pupils and older people through special lunch clubs.

(16/10/2008) Stars of Family Services
More than 250 employees from Wakefield Council have been recognised for achieving national qualifications and for their hard work and dedication.

(16/10/2008) Council service celebrates 20 years of helping children and families
A lifeline Wakefield Council service will be celebrating 20 years of helping young children and their families this month.

(15/10/2008) Healthy kids meet Protein Pete
Primary school pupil in the Wakefield District are eating healthier than ever, and its thanks to Protein Pete, Veggie Reggie, Katie Carbs and Dairy Dan!

(15/10/2008) Wakefield hairdresser in line for national award
Following the success of the HABIA (Hair and Beauty Industry Association) Health and Safety awards when 12 salons in the Wakefield District won the prestigious Council-backed award, Wendy Bachelor at Unit 9 Hair Design at Ossett in Wakefield has been nominated for the National Health and Safety Award.

(14/10/2008) Getting ready to recycle
Everyone involved in the next phase of the waste and recycling collection scheme is geared up for Tuesday 21 October.

(14/10/2008) Looking at alcohol initiatives
Initiatives to tackle violent and alcohol related crime in the city centre will be looked at by one of Wakefield Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committees this week.

(14/10/2008) Council pays tribute to Adam Watene
Wakefield Council Leader Cllr Peter Box today paid tribute to Wakefield Trinity Wildcats player and Deputy Mayor's Consort Adam Watene who died suddenly yesterday.

(13/10/2008) Electoral registration canvassers on the streets
Some Wakefield residents will be visited by canvassers in the next two weeks to make sure they maintain their right to vote.

(10/10/2008) Council pledges support to rugby league in Wakefield district
Wakefield Council has unanimously agreed to do all it can to support the district's three professional rugby league clubs.

(10/10/2008) Safety Rangers play it safe
Pupils from ten schools in Wakefield are being taught how to stay safe at special sessions where they will train as Safety Rangers at Pontefract Fire Station.

(8/10/2008) A big clean in Wakefield
Some of Wakefield's streets were targeted last week for a big clean.

(8/10/2008) Water wonderful new look for the Bull Ring
The water wonderland that will be a key feature of the Bull Ring's refurbishment is about to hit a major milestone.

(8/10/2008) Getting back to nature
Six of Wakefield's parks and wildlife areas have been named as Local Nature Reserves by Wakefield Council with the agreement and support of Natural England.

(8/10/2008) New chapter for Wakefield with central library
A new page in Wakefield's history is about to be written as developers prepare to begin work on a new central library.

(2/10/2008) Flower power for Wakefield in Bloom
Flower power descended on the city this week as the winners of this year's Wakefield in Bloom Awards were announced.

(2/10/2008) Give cold shoulder to cold-call heating offers
Wakefield Council is warning citizens about unsolicited visits from people claiming to be working with the council and selling cavity wall and loft insulation.

(1/10/2008) Road closure - Wrangbrook Lane, Upton
Motorists are being warned of possible delays in the Upton area as works to construct the new Hemsworth A1 Link Road enter a new phase

(30/9/2008) Twilight Tidy in Purston Park
Young people from Featherstone have been helping keep Purston Park clean with a monthly Twilight Tidy.

(30/9/2008) Council chief executive changes places for National Customer Service Week
Wakefield Council's top boss will swap her office for a call centre as she leads the way for National Customer Service Week 2008

(30/9/2008) Swimming plans approved by Council
New swimming pool plans were among a series of key reports approved by Wakefield Council's cabinet today (September 30).

(30/9/2008) Pottering about with new discovery at Pontefract Museum
The exciting new discovery of a medieval kiln will see visitors to Pontefract Museum whisked back in time as experts lead a free talk on the find.

(29/9/2008) A winning welcome to Wakefield district
Giving visitors a warm welcome to the Wakefield district has helped the Council's Tourist Information Centre (TIC) bag a major regional award.

(29/9/2008) Not in my neighbourhood
A campaign to address crime and anti-social behaviour in our communities is being launched for the second year running in October.

(29/9/2008) International Inclusion Week gets underway
A range of events across the district are being held throughout this week to support International Inclusion Week 2008.

(29/9/2008) Working towards a cleaner and greener district
Wakefield Council is tackling litter in Wakefield and Moorthorpe with a new initiative to target fly-tipping, excess bin waste and poor recycling behaviour.

(29/9/2008) Driving the anti-litter message home
Wakefield Council's anti-littering message will soon be seen on the move around the district on the side of refuse vehicles

(29/9/2008) Cabinet Listens events in store
Residents are being given the chance to make their voices heard when Wakefield Council's team of decision makers tour the district this autumn

(24/9/2008) Holiday help for families with school break changes
Families dealing with childcare during school holidays will be given a helping hand by Wakefield Council.

(24/9/2008) Wakefield's mayor leads leap of faith
Daredevils with a head for heights will be taking part in a charity abseil in aid of the mayor's charity.

(23/9/2008) Prescription for a good read
A book a day could soon be the prescription at Wakefield's libraries.

(23/9/2008) Ship-shape and ready for National Bookstart Day 2008
Pirate fever is spreading across Wakefield district as parents and babies are excitedly preparing for pirate themed parties to celebrate the biggest ever National Bookstart Day.

(22/9/2008) Tackling local environmental issues
Wakefield Council is tackling environmental issues well according to a recent Defra survey

(18/9/2008) Golfers tee-lighted with new award
Members of the City of Wakefield Golf Club are tee-lighted with their latest award after scooping a prestigious GolfMark.

(17/9/2008) Supporting our top athletes
As the Paralympics hands over to London the focus of athletes across the country will be firmly on the London Games in four years time

(17/9/2008) Learning and fun for Ramadan
Integration and information for young people from across the district are the driving forces behind a new series of fun workshops this month

(17/9/2008) Blooming Great Success
Wakefield has achieved an outstanding success having this year entered the Yorkshire in Bloom competition

(16/9/2008) Notton play area - coming soon
Work to transform Hudson Avenue play area in Notton will soon be starting thanks to Wakefield Council and Notton Parish Council

(16/9/2008) Hemsworth's new library open this month
The new library in Hemsworth is due to open later this month, providing citizens with lots of new books, more computers and improved opening hours

(16/9/2008) Castleford Forum will continue
Wakefield Council and the Castleford Forum have vowed to continue their good work in the community despite a funding setback

(16/9/2008) Mayor 'At Home' Event
Civic heads from neighbouring authorities and representatives from voluntary, charity and local organisations will be coming to the Town Hall to meet Wakefield District Mayor and her consor the Lady Mayoress, for their first 'At Home' event

(16/9/2008) Learning how to work with communities the Wakefield Way
Councillors from across Yorkshire and Humber are coming together on 26th September at an event in Wakefield to share good practise around working with communities and neighbourhoods.

(12/9/2008) Report to consider sports facilities in Wakefield district
Wakefield Council's Cabinet meeting on September 30 will consider a report giving an update on the community sports stadium project in Thornes Park, the stadium project at Glasshoughton and sports facilities in Wakefield city centre

(11/9/2008) Wakefield visit from anti-social behaviour advisors
Partnership work and tackling anti-social behaviour was high on the agenda this week when top government advisors visited the district.

(10/9/2008) Wakefield Council urges citizens to register
Wakefield District residents who have not yet registered to vote are being warned they may have problems if they try to open a bank account or obtain credit.

(10/9/2008) Runes of Time at Wakefield Art Gallery
The penultimate exhibition at Wakefield Art Gallery - Runes of Time - is a celebration of the work of Sonia Lawson RA and is open from this Saturday.

(8/9/2008) Visitors boost for Wakefield's new market
Almost 90,000 people visited Wakefield's new market hall and food hall during August, delighted Council chiefs have announced.

(2/9/2008) Diggers move in to transform the Bull Ring.
The changing face of Wakefield city centre is continuing with diggers moving in to transform the iconic Bull Ring area.

(2/9/2008) Council backs free swimming for thousands of citizens
Thousands of people could benefit from free swimming across the district after Wakefield Council agreed to an offer from the government to part subsidise free swimming.

(1/9/2008) Tributes to former councillor David Lund
Wakefield Council will observe a one-minute silence at its meeting on Wednesday, September 10, following the death last week of former councillor David Lund.

(1/9/2008) Wakefield's Health and Hygiene Awards
Schools, mobile and outside caterers are among Wakefield kitchens to win in Council awards.

(30/8/2008) Council committees map out issues for scrutiny
Wakefield Council's five Overview and Scrutiny committees are planning an ambitious work programme for the coming year which will help the Council and its partners improve public services.

(29/8/2008) Countdown to new waste and recycling collection service
Wakefield Council is gearing up for the final phase of the new waste and recycling collection scheme being launched on October 21. The expansion of the scheme includes Knottingley, Castleford, Normanton, Altofts, Sharlston, Featherstone, Ackworth, Pontefract and Darrington.

(29/8/2008) Wakefield Libraries making a noise about music voucher competition.
Young readers ready to rock are being given the chance to get their hands on a music voucher.

(27/8/2008) Photographers must be snappy to get entries contributed in time
Photographers in Wakefield must be snappy and get their entries handed in before the deadline for a Wakefield Council competition

(22/8/2008) Not wasting any time in the classroom
Refuse collectors have been boosting their skills with a Wakefield Council NVQ scheme

(22/8/2008) Safer nights out in Pontefract thanks to alcohol zone
Pontefract town centre is set to become an even safer place to enjoy a night out if Wakefield Council's Cabinet approves a report to set up of a special zone to stop people drinking alcohol on the streets

(21/8/2008) Trinity Walk retail scheme hits milestone with new road
The eagerly anticipated £200m Trinity Walk retail scheme will hit another milestone on August 26

(20/8/2008) Dancing with delight for National Year of Reading
A celebration of colourful costume and flamboyant dancing will be taking centre stage at Wakefield's Drury Lane library this autumn

(20/8/2008) More great grants for insulation now available
As energy prices continue to rise with no sign of slowing down, Wakefield Council has teamed up with its partners to offer some great insulation grants

(19/8/2008) Council signs up to landmark charter
Wakefield Council is leading the way with support for disabled children and their families after signing a landmark charter

(19/8/2008) Olympic Handover Flag to be raised in Wakefield to celebrate Handover Day
The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games has announced that an Olympic Handover Flag will be raised in Wakefield

(18/8/2008) Anyone for Spanish?
Language lovers are being invited to brush up on their Spanish skills and say 'hola' to some great classes

(18/8/2008) Get your voice heard
Minority ethnic groups in the Wakefield District are being urged to safeguard their vote at election time by registering this month

(13/8/2008) Flying the flag for Wakefield
Wakefield will be joining in with the fun and the excitement of the closing ceremony for the Olympic Games in Beijing next Sunday (August 24).

(13/8/2008) Bangers and cash as number of cars dumped in Wakefield District plummets
New figures released today show that over the last four years Wakefield Council has seen an 82 per cent drop in the number of abandoned vehicles being reported.

(13/8/2008) Council looks at ways to support small developments
Wakefield Council is stepping in to help and stimulate the construction industry by looking at ways in which it can streamline Council processes on some smaller developments.

(12/8/2008) Dark Horse set for garden gig.
The final concert in a series of show-stopping performances at Wakefield Art Gallery will be held this month.

(12/8/2008) Toy stories
Visitors to Wakefield Museum's new toy exhibition have the chance to relive their childhood this month.

(11/8/2008) Young people getting to grips with summer fun
Dozens of young people from across Wakefield will be getting to grips with wall climbing this summer.

(7/8/2008) Department for Transport road safety health check
Wakefield's roads were given a health check as part of the Council's bid to drive down road accidents.

(5/8/2008) Council leader takes up new roles
Council leader Peter Box has taken up two new important regional roles.

(5/8/2008) Wakefield mela starts summer of fun
Huge crowds flocked to Wakefield's Mela held in the city centre on Saturday (August 2).

(5/8/2008) Stay safe, stay out of the water
As the summer holidays are here and the weather is hotting up Wakefield Council is warning young people and their parents to be aware of the dangers of taking a dip in ponds, lakes and flooded quarries.

(4/8/2008) A plan for Pontefract Park - time to get involved
Pontefract Park is set to get a plan in order to improve and maximise its use - and Wakefield Council and Pontefract Park Race Company want local people to come forward with their ideas for the area.

(4/8/2008) Electoral Registration Forms - coming soon
Annual electoral registration forms will be sent to all households across the district during August and the Council is urging everyone to deal with them as soon as possible.

(31/7/2008) Library competition winners celebrate a bumper haul of prizes
Book borrowers from Wakefield Libraries are celebrating after scooping some top prizes in the latest competitions.

(31/7/2008) Works to Wakefield open market
Work will be carried out on the open market in Wakefield to address problems with the stone flooring.

(30/7/2008) Wakefield's Mela moves to city centre
Crowds are expected to flock to Wakefield's Mela which will be held in the city centre on Saturday (August 2)

(30/7/2008) Youngsters give training camp a Tri
Thornes Park will host the second ever Wakefield Junior Triathlon later this month

(29/7/2008) Council leader visits primary schools
Pupils at two junior schools in Wakefield welcomed a special visitor to class as council leader Peter Box paid them a visit.

(28/7/2008) Wii Tennis in libraries promises to be a smash with youngsters
Youngsters will be having a smashing time at Council libraries across Wakefield this summer as they take part in a Wii Tennis tournament

(25/7/2008) The soothing sounds of a guitar and a good book at Drury Lane Library
The soothing sound of acoustic guitar music was flowing through Drury Lane Library this month as a relaxing treat for borrowers

(24/7/2008) Major new children's centre to open
More support for children and families is being provided by Wakefield Council with the opening of another new children's centre

(24/7/2008) Council leader returns from Pakistan visit
Wakefield Council leader Peter Box is strengthening the district's links with Pakistan after a four-day visit to an area devastated by the 2005 earthquake

(23/7/2008) New Chief Executive at the helm of the Council
The new chief executive of Wakefield Council took up her role this week as she prepares to take the authority onwards and upwards

(23/7/2008) Skilled Steven is a winner
An apprentice joiner with Wakefield Council has won the Yorkshire Region's Skillbuild Competition

(23/7/2008) Celebrations for opening of De Lacy Gardens
A partnership event was held recently at De Lacy Gardens to celebrate this new extra care housing development

(23/7/2008) Flying the flag for Wakefield's parks
Two of Wakefield's parks have been named among the best in Britain and will receive the prestigious Green Flag Award this week

(22/7/2008) Big summer ahead at the Council's historic Clarke Hall
A bigger-than-ever programme of events, activities and workshops are being lined up at the historic Clarke Hall this summer

(21/7/2008) Cash boost for new housing in Wakefield district
Wakefield Council has welcomed the news that the Government has approved its bid to become one of the country's Housing Growth Points

(21/7/2008) Council training service helps get people back to work
More local people in Wakefield are turning their lives around and getting back in to work thanks to Access to Employment

(21/7/2008) Scheme bosses wheeling with delight at start of new Wakefield Skate Park
Work has begun on the long-awaited Wakefield Skate Park, which will be one of the biggest if its kind in the country

(18/7/2008) Money still available for flood victims
Over one hundred flood victims have received extra flood relief grants from the Community Foundation for Wakefield District on behalf of Wakefield Council and the British Red Cross

(15/7/2008) Team Read Summer Reading Challenge under starter's orders
Wakefield Libraries are getting set to help young people stay active and reading throughout the summer holidays with the Summer Reading Challenge

(14/7/2008) Walk Talk through Wakefield
Walk Talk is coming to Wakefield next week on its trek through the Country and Wakefield Council would like to encourage citizens to take part

(11/7/2008) Council leader to visit Pakistan
Forging links between schools in Wakefield and Kashmir will be top of the agenda for the council’s leader who will accompany a group of young people from the city to visit ministers and students in Pakistan

(9/7/2008) Celebrate Yorkshire with a weekend of fun
A weekend of fun and festivities - including Yorkshire Day celebrations and a multi-cultural mela - is planned for early August in Wakefield.

(9/7/2008) Work on Bull Ring to begin
Work on the multi-million pound revamp of the central Bull Ring area of Wakefield will begin on Monday, July 14.

(9/7/2008) Household waste collections in the Wakefield district
Wakefield Council is warning householders that proposed industrial action next week will affect household waste and recycling collections on Wednesday 16 July and Thursday 17 July.

(9/7/2008) New school and children's centre to be opened
Two new class acts will be opened by MP Ed Balls this week. On Friday July 11, the Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, will open the new children's centre at St Peter's Junior and Infant School, on Lake Lock Road, Stanley.

(8/7/2008) Day of action in Castleford and Horbury
Wakefield Council joined with partners to target environmental crime in Horbury and Castleford last week.

(8/7/2008) Artists launch hands on project
A unique national art project was launched in Wakefield with the backing of TV presenter and author Ian Clayton and Wakefield Wildcats stars.

(8/7/2008) Horbury Library's Secret Garden welcomes readers in July
Horbury Library will be celebrating the great outdoors this summer with its own reading garden as part of the National Year of Reading.

(8/7/2008) Wakefield's new market officially opens
Wakefield's new £3 million market hall, a stunning building designed by leading architect David Adjaye, was officially opened on Saturday.

(4/7/2008) The Cream of Catering at Pugneys
The 800,000 visitors to Pugneys water sports and leisure complex in Wakefield will soon be enjoying fresh, quality food and professional service from a vibrant new local catering company - Cream Catering.

(4/7/2008) Cowboys and Indians Hoe Down
On Saturday 12th July the Kinsley and Fitzwilliam Neighbourhood Management Team are leading a Cowboys and Indians Hoe Down in Kinsley Primary School field. The fun day will be themed on cowboys and Indians with something for all members of the community to enjoy.

(2/7/2008) Wakefield youngsters shine at youth games
More than 100 children from Wakefield took part in the 10th annual West Yorkshire Youth Games at the weekend.

(1/7/2008) Market has 10,000 visitors in first week
Wakefield's new £3 million market hall, which will be officially opened on Saturday (July 5), received more than 10,000 visitors in its first week, a delighted senior councillor has revealed.

(27/6/2008) More funding for Wakefield insulation grants
Wakefield Council has secured more funding to provide free insulation to local people in poor health or over 60 years.

(26/6/2008) Hold a hand and be part of the UK's biggest art project
A massive national art project is to be launched in Wakefield next week.

(26/6/2008) New Castleford bridge opening event
Star TV presenter Kevin McCloud will join Wakefield Council Leader Peter Box for the opening of Castleford's new bridge across the River Aire on Friday July 4.

(25/6/2008) Launch of Castleford's new landscaped town centre gateway
A new landscaped public space which forms a key gateway for shoppers into Castleford town centre is officially opened on Friday June 27.

(25/6/2008) Free play day activities in Wakefield
Playday is the biggest annual play celebration in the country and each year thousands of children take part in free play celebrations across the UK.

(25/6/2008) Caring for children in Wakefield
An up to date picture of child care provision across Wakefield is mapped out in a new report.

(24/6/2008) Make a difference to the lives of children and families
Wakefield Citizens are invited to have their say on making a real difference to the lives of children and families within the District.

(24/6/2008) New Wakefield Energy Savers Scheme launched
Wakefield District Council provides 100% grants for cavity wall and loft insulation.

(20/6/2008) Countdown to new waste collection as council urges check your calendars
Everyone involved in the next phase of the waste and recycling collection scheme is geared up for Tuesday 1 July.

(18/6/2008) Star UK playwright at new school opening
Leading British playwright John Godber will join celebrations at the opening of the new Grove Lea Primary School at Hemsworth on Friday July 4. He was invited by the school and was delighted to take up the invitation.

(18/6/2008) A try-ing time for Clive
A Wakefield Cabinet Member will be try-ing to drop-kick journalists into touch this month as part of a charity rugby match.

(18/6/2008) New Market hall opens for business
Traders and shoppers are gearing up for the opening of Wakefield's prestigious new market hall.

(18/6/2008) New training cafe opens
The launch of a new Wakefield training café promises a double community benefit, opening up new skills and life opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, and a café for local people.

(18/6/2008) Go summer - events and information for disabled people
Information on summer events and activities for disabled people is available from www.disabledgo.info - so why not plan a day out with friends and family? The site offers a wealth of information to help people plan a day trip to one of the district's museums and parks or a visit to the shops.

(17/6/2008) A bag that doesn't cost the earth
Wakefield libraries are doing their bit towards saving the planet and will be giving away an eco-friendly bag to new and existing members as part of a loyalty scheme.

(17/6/2008) Young voices of the district get to work
The district's young people are working with Wakefield Council to achieve their goals in the coming year.

(17/6/2008) Crackdown on waste site thefts
Thieves who target council waste sites have been the focus of a successful undercover crackdown by council staff and Police.

(12/6/2008) Wakefield Green Living Day
Join in the environmentally friendly fun at Wakefield Green Living Day on Sunday 15 June 2008,11am - 4.00pm

(11/6/2008) Wakefield Council is reviewing the future of its seven neighbourhood nurseries.
These neighbourhood nurseries were originally funded by the Government. This funding ended in March last year, leaving the Council responsible for the maintenance of the nurseries which are unlikely to break even in the coming financial year.

(10/6/2008) Best feet forward for Summer Festival of Walks
Walkers across Wakefield are being encouraged to put their best feet forward for the district's Summer Festival of Walks which runs this year from Saturday June 21 to Sunday June 29.

(10/6/2008) Veterans' Day Celebration at Wakefield Town Hall
The Mayor of Wakefield Cllr Jacqui Williams will host an afternoon tea for veterans from the Wakefield District in the Kingswood Suite, Town Hall on Friday 27 June 2008 from 2pm until 4pm.

(10/6/2008) New cycle guide launches in countdown to National Bike Week
A new council guide to help cyclists explore more of Wakefield's scenic routes is launched on Thursday June 12 in the countdown the National Bike Week which runs this year from June 16 -22.

(10/6/2008) Entrance fee at Pugneys Country Park, Wakefield
Wakefield Council has revised its plans for entrance fees for people bringing vehicles into Pugneys Country Park after taking on board the views of citizens.

(5/6/2008) New market hall to open on June 23
Wakefield's stunning new £3 million market hall is set to open for business on June 23, it was announced today.

(5/6/2008) Summer Starts Here
Experience a summer of fun with Wakefield Council, which this week is launching a festival of entertainment and activities

(4/6/2008) City centre roadworks alert
Motorists are being warned of possible delays in Wakefield City Centre as two key road improvement schemes get under way

(3/6/2008) Castleford community celebrates
A stunning sculpture of a tiger is the centrepiece of a stylish and newly improved public space funded by Wakefield Council and which opens with community celebrations on West Street Castleford

(2/6/2008) Recognising health and safety at work
Fourteen hair salons have won the prestigous Council backed awards, recognising exceptional health and safety standards

(29/5/2008) Banners show the way
New banners inspired by two works of art by Barbara Hepworth are showing walkers the way to The Hepworth Wakefield site.

(29/5/2008) Wakefield Lightwaves Leisure Pool Closure
Wakefield's Lightwaves leisure pool has been temporarily closed following an independent structural survey.

(28/5/2008) Business Event planned for BME and migrant workers
Wakefield Council is holding a business event for BME and migrant worker communities. The Event will take place on Friday 13th June in the Lofthouse Suite at Wakefield Town Hall from 1pm - 4pm.

(28/5/2008) Tackling environmental crime
Wakefield Council carried out a joint day of action to target vehicles which were illegally transporting waste, using unexcised diesel (red diesel) and unroadworthy vehicles.

(27/5/2008) Double awards shortlist for Council
Successful work by a Council team to regenerate areas of Wakefield is being recognised in two prestigious awards schemes.

(23/5/2008) Wakefield childcare cost lower than average
Childcare costs in Wakefield lower than national average

(23/5/2008) Have your say on school holidays
Consultations on school holidays for the 2009-2010 academic year are currently taking place and Wakefield Council is keen to get as many views as possible

(23/5/2008) First Aid course offer to parents
Cut price first aid courses being offered to Wakefield parents promise to boost the number of people able to cope in an emergency

(21/5/2008) New exhibition launch – Young people - ‘Our Lives’
A new collection of images created entirely by Wakefield young people will be unveiled as part of a new display at Drury Lane Library on Thursday May 29 May at 5pm.

(21/5/2008) Cabinet Listens - events to make your voice heard
Take the chance to make your voice heard, when Wakefield Council's team of senior decision makers tours the district.

(21/5/2008) Council leader speaks out about post office closures
Wakefield Council's Cabinet is to being asked to oppose post office closures across the district.

(20/5/2008) Cartoon capers and China day at Wakefield Museum and Art Gallery
Learn how to make cartoon toys and the skills of Chinese fan dancing during two exciting and free family fun days at Wakefield Art Gallery and Wakefield Museum, starting next week.

(15/5/2008) Caring Wakefield
Wakefield's hidden army of carers is the focus of a series of free events across the district to highlight Carers' Week which runs this year from June 9-15

(14/5/2008) Ryhill Rangers
Pupils of Ryhill Junior School were given a special lesson last week to highlight what environmental crimes were and how they affect the community.

(14/5/2008) Emergency training grant boost for local heritage
Protection for hundreds of thousands of heritage objects in council museums and galleries across Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford has won a welcome boost thanks to a new £50,000 Heritage Lottery Fund grant.

(14/5/2008) Extra care driving urged during improvement work
Motorists are being asked to drive with extra care as work gets under way to protect more than 200 roads in Wakefield from the effects of rain and frost.

(13/5/2008) Walk to School Week - Carnival Fun
Little feet in schools across Wakefield are getting ready for the start of Walk to School week which runs this year from 19-23 May.

(13/5/2008) Local Government boss visits Wakefield
Local Government Channel filmed Paul Coen visiting Yorkshire and Humber heads of Local Government in Wakefield

(13/5/2008) Road Closure - Barnes Road, Glasshoughton
Motorists are being warned of possible disruption on Barnes Road / Leeds Road, Glasshoughton as essential works to construct a new junction between Barnes Road, Leeds Road and the new coalfields link road commence.

(13/5/2008) Officer onboard to get young people involved
Pugneys Country Park has a new OnBoard Development officer to encourage people to take up sailing and windsurfing.

(13/5/2008) Wakefield Council appoints new Chief Executive
Joanne Roney, Executive Director for Neighbourhoods and Community Care at Sheffield City Council, has been appointed as Wakefield Council's new Chief Executive.

(13/5/2008) Providing a helping hand
Wakefield Council is saying well done to a trainee who h