Maker of the Month: Dreaming Methods 15 Dec 2025

Our final Maker of the Month of 2025 is Dreaming Methods Ltd! They're a brilliant creative XR studio that are based locally at The Art House in Wakefield city centre.

Wakefield BID announces return of Christmas window display competition for local businesses 9 Dec 2025

Wakefield businesses are being encouraged once again to transform their windows for the much-loved Christmas window display competition.

Wakefield Hospice announces the grand opening of new retail space 'Unit G' 9 Dec 2025

Wakefield Hospice has announced the official opening of its brand-new retail store, Unit G, this Saturday (December 6).

Motorpoint Castleford announces official partnership with Castleford Tigers 3 Dec 2025

Motorpoint Castleford has partnered with Castleford Tigers for its 2026 centenary season.

YPO appoints executive director to drive new strategy 3 Dec 2025

YPO, one of the UK’s largest public sector buying organisations, has appointed Richard Taylor as Executive Director (ED) for Commercial.

Work underway on £5m green technology upgrade at leisure centre 3 Dec 2025

Work to install decarbonising technology at a leisure centre in Wakefield has begun to make the building and its swimming pool more energy efficient.

Tenpin at Trinity Walk: Work progressing on huge leisure destination - creating 40 jobs 3 Dec 2025

Work is progressing on the Tenpin project at Trinity Walk, which will transform the top floor of the old Debenhams store into a new leisure destination.

Care home operator extends reach into north east with latest purchase 26 Nov 2025

Wakefield-based Strong Life Care, a family-owned care home operator, has completed the acquisition of Church View Care Home in Murton, County Durham.

Junction 32 unveils name of its festive train, as voted for by locals 25 Nov 2025

Junction 32 is moving full steam ahead into the festive season after officially unveiling the name of its magical Christmas train, the Thirty Choo Express.

The E-Cig Store arrives in Castleford 24 Nov 2025

Local shoppers will soon have a new destination for vaping products and friendly advice, as The E-Cig Store opens its brand-new shop in Castleford Thursday, November 20.

Wakefield CAMRA names New Wheel Inn pub of the season 24 Nov 2025

The Wakefield branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has named its pub of the season.

Pontefract and Castleford Wetherspoons take the throne in Loo of the Year Awards 2025 24 Nov 2025

Wetherspoon pubs in Pontefract and Castleford have won acclaim for the quality and standards of their toilets in the Loo of the Year Awards 2025.

Trinity Walk: Trespass to expand and move into larger unit in Wakefield shopping centre 24 Nov 2025

Trespass will move units within Trinity Walk, replacing what was once Bodycare.

The Continental Taphouse opens this November At Tileyard North 24 Nov 2025

The Continental Taphouse, a new, beer-led bar, will open it’s doors at Tileyard North on Thursday the 27th of November.

Junction 32: Castleford shopping outlet unveils new Sports Locker pop-up 24 Nov 2025

Junction 32, one of Yorkshire’s leading outlet shopping destinations, has announced the opening of a brand-new Sports Locker pop-up.

Wakefield café leads way in new safe space scheme 17 Nov 2025

A city-centre café in Wakefield has become the first venue to join a new initiative promoting safety and inclusion for the LGBT+ community across the district.

Triple triumph for Complete Care West Yorkshire at prestigious awards 17 Nov 2025

Complete Care West Yorkshire is celebrating an incredible triple success at the Yorkshire and Humberside Great British Care Awards.

Travellers Rest pub in Featherstone's £320k makeover is complete 17 Nov 2025

The Travellers Rest in Featherstone has officially reopened after a transformational investment of nearly £320,000.

The Broken Bridge, Pontefract: Beer garden extension approved at town centre Wetherspoon pub 17 Nov 2025

Plans to extend a beer garden at a pub in Pontefract town centre have been approved.

Quadruple winner at fourth Wakefield Business Awards 17 Nov 2025

More than three hundred people got their glad rags on at Tileyard North to celebrate the fourth Wakefield Business Awards.

Maker of the Month: Amy Paver, Delusional Doodles 17 Nov 2025

It's Maker of the Month time once again! This November we're featuring local Pontefract artist Amy Paver, and her small art business Delusional Doodles.

MindFit Project: assisting organisations create productive, high-performing cultures through coaching and workshops 17 Nov 2025

MindFit Project helps teams to train their mind, just as they'd train their bodies, to build strength, resilience and stay calm under high pressure situations.

Christmas crafters urged to check tax rules 13 Nov 2025

Side hustlers selling festive items need to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) online if earnings exceed £1,000 a year.

Liam Bateman joins audioadpro as Chief Technology Officer 12 Nov 2025

audioadpro appointed Liam Bateman as Chief Technology Officer and Advisory Board Member, as the digital audio advertising trade desk embarks on its next phase.

Langthwaite Businesses vote YES to renew the BID for a fourth term 11 Nov 2025

The BID Levy Payers on Langthwaite Business Park, South Kirkby, Pontefract have voted ‘YES’ to renew the Business Improvement District (BID).

Evri looking for recruits in Castleford ahead of busy festive period 10 Nov 2025

New recruits at Evri can unlock additional perks as the parcel delivery company continues to expand its network of self-employed couriers.

Florists Michelle's Flowers celebrates 45 years of serving Pontefract and beyond 10 Nov 2025

Pontefract Florists, Michelle's Flowers, is inviting customers old and new to drop by for a prosecco and chat this weekend to help them celebrate 45 years in business.

Wakefield Council licensing: Plans for Silly Goose ‘axe throwing’ pub in The Ridings Centre 10 Nov 2025

A new pub offering “axe throwing, interactive darts and live music” looks set to open in The Ridings Shopping Centre.

Former Thatched House pub set to be converted into nursery 10 Nov 2025

A Wakefield pub which closed earlier this year looks set to be converted into a children’s day nursery.

Castleford window cleaning business shortlisted for prestigious Small Business Award 10 Nov 2025

Despite launching earlier this year, Paradise Window Cleaning has already been nominated for a national award.

Wakefield Council invites creative and digital businesses to join its vibrant new hub 10 Nov 2025

Wakefield Council is calling on creative and digital businesses across West Yorkshire to seize an exciting opportunity.

CO Manufacturing aims to create the next generation with new Manufacturing Degree pathway 3 Nov 2025

A Wakefield manufacturer of home improvement products is looking to bridge a major skills gap by creating its own Manufacturing Degree pathway.

New data shows Amazon’s £2.1 billion commitment to West Yorkshire 3 Nov 2025

New figures released today show that Amazon has invested £2.1 billion in West Yorkshire since 2010.

Wakefield solicitors unveils triple boost as it bolsters Commercial Property team 3 Nov 2025

A Wakefield district law firm has strengthened one of its specialist teams with a hat-trick of new developments.

Wakefield-based entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, named “Property Personality of the Year” 3 Nov 2025

Harpreet Banwait, renowned entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, has been named “Property Personality of the Year”.

Wakefield's SEW-EURODRIVE UK joins forces with Rollon UK in UK-first partnership 27 Oct 2025

Normanton-based industry-leading specialist in drive technology, SEW-EURODRIVE UK and Rollon, have announced a strategic engineering cooperation.

Wakefield bus operator named as finalist for environmental innovation 27 Oct 2025

Stagecoach Yorkshire is celebrating after being shortlisted for the Environmental Innovation Award, at the prestigious UK Bus Awards, for a major environmental project.

Plan for fish and chip restaurant at former Hemsworth YMCA approved 27 Oct 2025

A planning application to convert a building in Hemsworth into a fish and chip restaurant has been approved.

Wakefield business guru wins big with national award 20 Oct 2025

Wakefield business coach Jenni Morgan wins top national franchise award for outstanding impact and leadership at ActionCOACH Wakefield.

Wakefield and Ossett businesses leaders join MPs at Downing Street reception 20 Oct 2025

Members of Wakefield’s business community joined the city’s MPs at a Downing Street reception to celebrate commerce in Yorkshire.

Wakefield-based Roann wins quartet of contracts worth £250k 20 Oct 2025

Wakefield-based Roann has secured four new contracts worth quarter of a million pounds with luxury kitchen designer, supplier and installer, Kuche.

Half a ton of materials donated to boost youth projects in Wakefield 20 Oct 2025

Zebra Print Group has stepped up to help the region’s young people by donating half a ton of card, box board and paper to local charity, St George’s Lupset.

audioadpro Shortlisted for Tech Start-Up of the Year at the Prolific North Tech Awards 15 Oct 2025

audioadpro, the programmatic digital audio advertising trade desk, has been shortlisted for Tech Start-Up of the Year at the Prolific North Tech Awards 2025.

New 24/7 PureGym to open in Pontefract in October 14 Oct 2025

A new PureGym will open in Pontefract this month.

Wakefield based housebuilder secures next Yorkshire development in Crofton 14 Oct 2025

A Yorkshire housebuilder with its headquarters in Wakefield has acquired land in the West Yorkshire village of Crofton.

Vico Homes project recognised in national Development Awards 14 Oct 2025

Vico Homes has been announced as a finalist in the Inside Housing Development Awards after regenerating almost 200 homes.

New Asda Express store officially opens its doors in Castleford 14 Oct 2025

Asda Express has officially opened its brand new store in Castleford.

Coca-Cola pumps £30m into Wakefield factory site and officially opens state-of-the-art high-speed canning line 14 Oct 2025

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP), the world’s largest independent bottler of Coca-Cola, has officially opened its high-speed canning line at its Wakefield factory.

Crystal Care Collection receives keys to Fairwood Fields Care Home in Pontefract 14 Oct 2025

Crystal Care Collection reached a major milestone as they received the keys to their fifth care home, Fairwood Fields in Pontefract.

Wakefield's Conservatory Outlet celebrates 20 years with £100million vision 14 Oct 2025

A Wakefield-based home improvement firm is celebrating its 20th anniversary with ambitious growth plans.

Maker of the Month: Evangeline Godfrey 14 Oct 2025

For October 2025, our Maker of the Month is Evangeline Godfrey. She is a freelance illustrator and creative, who produces a broad spectrum of projects.

SwiftDoctor: supplying treatment for a variety of conditions from weight loss to hair loss and much more 30 Sep 2025

SwiftDoctor is a GP-led online doctor service which provides a range of treatments for various conditions. These include hair loss, weight loss and many more.

Rooted Youth CIC: empowering young people through youth work, creative enrichment and more 30 Sep 2025

Rooted Youth CIC is a community interest company dedicated to empowering young people, especially those facing barriers through youth work and creative enrichment.

Work begins to transform Wakefield’s landmark former crown court building into ‘cultural destination.’ 29 Sep 2025

Work has officially started to transform Wakefield’s landmark former crown court building into a ‘cultural destination’.

Wakefield mum of three turns struggles Into a national brand 29 Sep 2025

When Wakefield mum of three Rose Gibson found herself torn between the relentless pressures of childcare and the desire to maintain her career, she felt trapped.

Farmer Copleys’ Tulip Festival crowned Rural/Farm Event of the Year at awards 29 Sep 2025

Farmer Copleys has said it ‘means the world’ to be awarded Rural or Farming Event of the Year for its Tulip Festival.

Wakefield business hits 1000th product milestone 29 Sep 2025

Wakefield based dust extraction manufacturers, Dust Control Environmental, have celebrated a production milestone this September with their 1000th dust extractor.

Chadwick Lawrence raises £6,500 for Wakefield charities with golf day 29 Sep 2025

Yorkshire law firm Chadwick Lawrence has raised £6,500 for local charities Wakefield Hospice and Theatre Royal Wakefield, with the return of its charity golf day.

Housebuilder makes £5m deal to build 25 affordable homes in Wakefield 29 Sep 2025

Housebuilder Avant Homes is constructing 25 new homes for Vico Homes in Wakefield after making a £5million deal with the housing provider.

Production Park gives a voice to ITV singing show 29 Sep 2025

Production Park has secured its first major television project with ITV, after being chosen to host the semi-final and final of The Voice UK later this year.

Film Wakefield: The Heart of Film in Yorkshire 29 Sep 2025

Film Wakefield is a dedicated local hub for the film industry, launched in 2025 to connect filmmakers, businesses, and creative talent within the region and beyond.

'Wakefield Exchange can be our Piece Hall' - Ambitious plans revealed for city venue 23 Sep 2025

A senior councillor believes the city’s new Wakefield Exchange venue can be the equivalent for the city as the Piece Hall in Halifax.

Wakefield bus operator gets record total of positive comments about Drivers 23 Sep 2025

Local bus operator, Stagecoach Yorkshire, has revealed that it has received its highest number of calls, from local people, to praise its drivers over the last period.

Wakefield's Harry's Bar named Camra pub of the summer 23 Sep 2025

A Wakefield city centre pub famed for its selection of real ales and warm welcome has been named pub of the summer.

Greggs to open 24-hour ‘pod bakery’ 23 Sep 2025

Greggs has been granted permission to open a 24-hour ‘pod bakery’ at a motorway service station.

24-hour McDonald’s set to open at service station near Pontefract 23 Sep 2025

A 24-hour McDonald’s is set to open at a service station near Pontefract.

Regatta and Craghoppers unite under one roof with new store at Junction 32 23 Sep 2025

A new megastore is to open at junction 32 in Castleford bringing together both Regatta and Craghoppers under one roof.