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The winners and finalists

Unsung Heroes Awards celebrate volunteers making a difference

Redhill Drive

Former quarry earmarked for major housing development

Ossett Town Centre

Police constable urges residents to lobby MP for more officers

Andrew Wakefield said the planned policy change by Wakefield Council would “target” bereaved residents and failed to support small business owners.

Cabinet member opposes council plan to scrap empty home tax discount

Families and visitors can enjoy a packed programme of festive fun at the Light Switch-On events in Castleford, Ossett and Pontefract, with live entertainment, festive markets, tasty treats and plenty of activities.

Start the festive season in style as Pontefract, Castleford and Ossett light up

Brooke Bowen suffered a spinal cord injury in April 2025 after landing headfirst in a foam pit during an adult gymnastics class.

Wakefield nurse defies spinal injury to chase world cheerleading dream

Jayne Greenhough, clinical skills tutor at the Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pinderfields nurse recognised with prestigious national award

The car seized by police

Police seized car being driven carelessly

Autumn is always a really busy time in the art calendar.

Wakefield's long history of supporting artists

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Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort

Discover Crete's hidden gem: Luxury and family bliss at Mirabello Bay

Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar is a real festive treat for beer lovers

Sneak preview of Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar – 24 beers and extras

Watch: The supermarket that wins in the cost of living crisis - according to an expert

Economic expert shares where to shop during cost of living crisis

Habibur Masum is on trial at Bradford Crown Court

Breaking Husband who stabbed wife as she pushed baby in pram guilty of murder

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These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

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Parkdean’s Celebrity Weekenders are designed as affordable short breaks, with themed entertainment and activities bundled into the stay.

Parkdean’s 80s weekender looks like a brilliant friends’ getaway

The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

Sport

The highly successful Bradley family Reynnahn, Rexxer, Rivir and Reuven with dad Marc.

Bradley ‘Ninjas’ are joined by younger brother Rexxer for British title treble
Crofton’s Bradley boys are no stranger to the big stage when it comes to combat sports so it was not a surprise to see them compete in the annual WKO British Championships at Barnsley Metrodome.
Tony Harber

Ashton Golding will continue as a Castleford Tigers player in 2027. Picture by Olly Hassell/SWpix.com.

Tigers boost as ex-Rhinos man Golding signs new contract

New Castleford Tigers head coach Paul Rowley has explained his reasons for committing to the club. Picture by Olly Hassell/SWpix.com

Passion of Castleford Tigers fans sways new head coach Rowley

Connor O'Grady was on target for Pontefract Collieries against Bridlington Town and Keighley Town. Picture: Pontefract Collieries

Defender O’Grady on target again as Pontefract Collieries point the way

Dominc Calvert-Lewin celebrates his goal against Manchester United.

Daniel Farke believes Leeds United were 'dominant' against Manchester United

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The Wonderkid Power Rankings: Arsenal & Aston Villa starlets on the up

The January deals Arsenal are linked with – and how likely they are

What happens next as Man City 'guilty' of breaking financial rules

The worst PL signings so far this season – including dire Spurs flops

Rugby League

Wakefield Trinity have appointed Jack Brown as their new wheelchair rugby head coach.

England legend takes over as new Wakefield Trinity wheelchair head coach

Wakefield Trinity's Jazz Tevaga has been selected by Samoa for the Rugby League World Cup. Picture by John Clifton/SWpix.com

Wakefield Trinity star surprised to receive call-up to World Cup

A councillor has called for Wakefield Trinity’s owner Matt Ellis and head coach Daryl Powell to be awarded the Freedom of the City following the club’s historic Super League Grand Final victory.

Call for Trinity owner and head coach to be awarded Freedom of the City

Ossett and Denby Dale MP Jade Botterill welcomed staff from Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation to Westminster following the club's historic Super League Grand Final victory.

MP welcomes Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation to Westminster

Crime

The e-bike seized by police

Seized e-bike linked to criminal activity

Arsonist torched flat in revenge attack

Ossett Town Hall.

Attacks after Hindu celebration believed to be racially motivated

Haribo on Front Street, Pontefract.

Haribo shop would-be sweet thief arrested

Leeds Magistrates Court

Reports from the courts

Leeds Crown Court

Judge gives man caught with hammer in street brawl chance to stay of our prison

What's On

Love to be… has been a driving force in UK clubbing for over three decades.

O2 Academy Sheffield relaunch event announced - get tickets here
Fans of Love to be can sign up for tickets
Christopher Hallam

Chainsaw-wielding horror awaits brave visitors at Leeds Scare Maze 2026 - The Horror Motel.

Leeds Horror Motel prices slashed for Halloween fun – save up to 55%

Colour comic characters at a previous event

Willy Wonka star and Power Rangers actor heading to comic con

David Oates, from CAMRA, and the Dam Inn's Josh Ward and Ele Turgoose

CAMRA names three pubs honoured for their community work

Congratulations

BFG wins top spot at Altofts Scarecrow Festival

Retro

Flashback to the noughties with these photos of night outs in Wakefield.

24 photos that will take you back to nights out in Flares in the noughties
We’re turning back the clock back to nights out in Wakefield hotspot Flares in 2005, 2006 and 2007.
Kara McKune

Retro photos of Wakefield taken across the past 100 years.

Retro: Here are 16 photos taken across Wakefield throughout the past 100 years

Market life in Wakefield District

31 pictures showing life in Wakefield, Castleford and Pontefract markets

Former Wakefield MP David Hinchliffe, who published a book about a witch trial, is the guest speaker at Saturday's Wakefield & District Family History Society meeting. Picture Scott Merrylees

Former MP to shed light on notorious Denby witchcraft case

The site sits derelict, dilapidated and fire damaged in South Kirby.

In pictures: Inside South Kirkby's derelict former health centre

Lifestyle

Cars available to drive include the Lamborghini Gallardo and many more

Lamborghini, Ferrari and Aston Martin supercar driving experiences

Honda Prelude

Honda’s new Prelude e:HEV is a practical and comfortable two-seater coupe

Kia EV3

Kia’s small electric SUV is a great all-rounder, says Julie Marshall

I’m making a Halloween boo basket this year and Sainsbury’s has everything I need

How to make a Halloween boo basket with treats and gifts

Homes & Gardens

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches
Bunches bouquets are a lovely way to add a touch of seasonal colour to your home.
Natalie Dixon

This lovely family home, on Linnet Grove, is currently available for £525,000, through estate agents Purplebricks.

Inside a charming four bedroom family home, for sale in Newmillerdam

Bunches has plenty of options to choose from including flowers, hampers and greeting cards.

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser review: No water, no wires, no faff

This charming property, on Millcroft, is currently avilable through estate agents Purplebricks.

Inside a lovely £500,000 five bedroom property, for sale in Stanley

Your World - Wakefield

Harry Houdini in 1914 from author's collection.

The spirit of Houdini at Halloween

Philip Hobday, Dean of Wakefield.

Taking care of ourselves and others

Creating the National Care Service will take time, after all the NHS wasn’t built overnight.

Jade Botterill MP: A new settlement for older people

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Angels bring light and love and hope

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Krispy Kreme launches £2.99 The Traitors doughnut

Willis will present Strictly alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdecombe (Guy Levy/BBC)

Josh Widdicombe on Strictly’s ‘no ego’ new hosting team

These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

I’ve found the easiest way to give my home an autumn update

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People

Primark confirms opening date for new Wakefield store
Primark has confirmed exactly when shoppers can step inside its brand-new Wakefield store at Trinity Walk.
Leanne Clarke

The Ridings Shopping came under the ownership of Wakefield Council on May 1 after the authority completed a deal to buy it for just over £11m.

Major announcement on The Ridings Shopping Centre due ‘within weeks’

Wakefield’s Chris Kamara will be joining school children in a running challenge for Children in Need after they cheekily brought Olympian Jonny Brownlee out of retirement.

Kammy to join Wakefield pupils and Jonny Brownlee for Children in Need challenge

What's on Wakefield.

Things to do this Autumn from Halloween to Wakefield Beer Festival

Temporary classrooms were installed to ease disruption caused by the discovery of Raac at St Thomas à Becket school, in Wakefield. LDRS image

Raac-affected Wakefield school set to for major redevelopment

Business

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

The Hop and Cobbles to reopen with fresh new look and brand-new live music venue

Archie Murdoch-Dawson

Robotics enthusiast, 21, starts engineering career at city manufacturer

Liz Abbott outside Flowerworks on Ropergate

Ropergate florist celebrating 20 years in business says Pontefract is blooming

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Rat sightings rose by 15% across the UK during the summer, according to Rentokil, with experts warning that colder weather could drive more rodents into homes.

Rat sightings rise 15% as winter warning issued

People say we're irresponsible flogging our home and moving 'off-grid' into a van with two babies - but we'll halve bills

Young family sell home to live off-grid in a campervan

Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

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