Wakefield Metropolitan District Council1 day agoCouncil to support Burberry job cut workersThe jobs of some 150 employees could be at risk as the brand plans to scrap the factory's night shift. 1 day agoWest Yorkshire1 day agoPublic comments removed from council planning sitePeople's opinions on planning matters in Wakefield can no longer be viewed online, the council says.1 day agoWest Yorkshire30 Apr 2025Why are there no local elections in West Yorkshire this year?Polling booths across England will be busy on Thursday, but West Yorkshire is an election-free zone.30 Apr 2025England28 Apr 2025'Garish' mural withdrawn after 160 complaintsJust six people out of 170 who responded say they support design depicting town's heritage.28 Apr 2025West Yorkshire9 Apr 2025Action call on shrinking number of cemetery spotsWakefield's main burial site, known as Sugar Lane Cemetery, is expected to become full before 2032.9 Apr 2025England2 Apr 2025Flats 'spoiling historic setting' to be demolishedThe four blocks of flats, built in the 1960s, stand within Pontefract Castle's conservation area.2 Apr 2025England27 Mar 2025Market mural celebrates town's railway heritageThe artist behind the mural in Normanton says it was inspired by stories from the community.27 Mar 2025England20 Mar 2025Data-sharing app helps shops crack down on theftThe app from Safer Wakefield allows stores to share information to identify repeat offenders.20 Mar 2025England18 Mar 2025Dog daycare business challenges ban over barkingAn enforcement notice claims planning conditions have been breached, which the owner denies.18 Mar 2025England...
