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The e-bike seized by police

Seized e-bike linked to criminal activity

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

CAMRA names three pubs honoured for their community work

Primark confirms opening date for new Wakefield store

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’

Colour comic characters at a previous event

Willy Wonka star and Power Rangers actor heading to comic con

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

Arsonist torched flat in revenge attack

Harry Houdini in 1914 from author's collection.

The spirit of Houdini at Halloween

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BFG wins top spot at Altofts Scarecrow Festival

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Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort

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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

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Sport

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
Jamaican international Ashton Golding has spoken of his “relief” after signing a new contract with Castleford Tigers.
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New Castleford Tigers head coach Paul Rowley has explained his reasons for committing to the club. Picture by Olly Hassell/SWpix.com

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

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Dominc Calvert-Lewin celebrates his goal against Manchester United.

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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

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

A talk on the history of the police service is set to take place in Pontefract

Retired constable to give talk on history of police service

Leeds Magistrates' Court

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What's On

What's on Wakefield.

Things to do this Autumn from Halloween to Wakefield Beer Festival
As the leaves begin to turn, the Wakefield district offers plenty of reasons to get out and explore this autumn.
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The Cribs have been announced as the first headliners for Live at Tileyard North 2027.

Indie icons announced as first headliner for Live at Tileyard North 2027

Bob Dylan is returning to Sheffield

Bob Dylan premium tickets now limited for Yorkshire gig – book here

Echo & The Bunnymen’s contribution to post-punk and neo-psychedelia is monumental.

Echo & The Bunnymen to play intimate Yorkshire gig – get tickets

Wakefield Beer Festival 2026: Dates, tickets, breweries and live music

Wakefield Beer Festival 2026: Dates, tickets, breweries and live music

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.
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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

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

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The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury's will sell you a pumpkin for 50p this year - here's how

Cheers to Christmas! Luxury £219.95 advent calendar features 24 American whiskeys and a wooden display cabinet

Whiskey advent calendar serves up 24 American tipples - buy here

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

Homes & Gardens

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
This four bedroom detached property, close to Newmillerdam Country Park, is currently for sale through estate agents Purplebricks.
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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.

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

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

Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

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Your World - Wakefield

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People

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
Plans have been drawn up to carry out a major redevelopment of a Wakefield school built with potentially unsafe concrete.
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Borough Road car park, in Wakefield.

MPs urge council to rethink plan to scrap two-hour free parking

People taking part in Walk for Nadia on Saturday October 17

'I found out just how much Nadia meant to people'

Kathryn Pybus and Lisa Hudson urged councillors to reject plans to building 151 canalside homes at City Fields in Wakefield. LDRS image

Boat residents raise fears for wildlife as canal homes approved

Strikes by over 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport starting this week have been suspended to allow for fresh negotiations.

Leeds Bradford Airport strikes suspended for talks

Business

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

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Liz Abbott outside Flowerworks on Ropergate

Ropergate florist celebrating 20 years in business says Pontefract is blooming

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Featherstone garden centre unveils new restaurant celebrating local history

HJCE has won work to support the development of the Central City Fields initiative.

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