Newsroom Archive

Council want to dispel the myth that LGBT+ individuals or couples cannot foster.

Council grants have been used to help improve the appearance of shop fronts.

Thornes Park Stadium remains closed as investigations take place following a fire last night (Wednesday 26 February).

Wakefield Council has welcomed a decision by the Department of Education to revoke an Academy Order at Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School.

​Tens of thousands of visitors braved the weather to enjoy the annual Rhubarb Festival.

A siege coin struck at Pontefract Castle more than 350 years ago is coming home.

Wakefield Council’s ‘Step-Up’ employment and skills initiative is expanding.

Senior councillors will be asked to put an additional investment of £750,000 into skills and training, to support workers across the Wakefield district.

A new strategy to tackle homelessness in the district is to be discussed by Wakefield councillors.

The Council will invest a further £3million into the district’s roads and footpaths over the next year.

The Council’s Cabinet is being asked to approve changes to the Short Breaks offer.

Teams worked throughout the day and night responding to reports of fallen trees.

​A Wakefield taxi company owner has received a significant fine and a disqualification.

Wakefield Council’s initiative making a difference in the district.

Wakefield’s Mayor is launching his walking challenge in March to raise vital funds for charity.

Broadway, in Lupset, has undergone a full £280,000 reconstruction.

Council is continuing to support flood victims in Horbury Bridge following last weekend’s storm.

Local business leaders are confident that Brexit provides great prospects for the district.

The new scheme will allow the Council to manage and co-ordinate all road works.

The ‘Litter Pick Me Up’ campaign was crowned winner at the 2020 Keep Britain Tidy Awards.

The grant will provide £15,000 to support a community arts project.

Crafts, adventure trails and swimming sessions will all be available.

There's an exciting line-up of rhubarb-inspired fun for half-term week.

There's still time to share your views on shaping the future of the city centre.

​More than 400 young people attended an Apprenticeship Fair held by Wakefield Council.

Cabinet to approve creative, inspirational and action-packed festivals and events.

Services to be discussed by Wakefield’s senior councillors next week.

Wakefield Council’s new leadership team is presenting a budget for growth, investing in the district and its residents.

Wakefield Council has won the Heritage Award at the Pontefract Civic Society Design Awards.