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South Elmsall firm bids to shape a sustainable future 10 Dec 2024
Located in South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, Minore is pioneering the creation of sustainable products which are rooted in its industrial heritage.
Read articleYorkshire commercial vehicle dealership scoops another prestigious award 10 Dec 2024
A Yorkshire commercial vehicle dealer group has successfully defended its title at an awards ceremony often described as the Oscars of the motor trade.
Read articleTotal Fitness Wakefield enhances facilities including new cafe, squads area and equipment 9 Dec 2024
Total Fitness Wakefield has revealed its impressive upgrades designed to enhance the fitness journey for all its members.
Read articleMaker of the Month: Toni Carver 9 Dec 2024
Toni Carver is a Colour, Style, Image and Make-Up Consultant at TLC Style & Colour, and is featured as our Maker of the Month for December.
Read articleWakefield Business Awards donate £750 to St George's Lupset 6 Dec 2024
We Are Wakefield have donated £750 to St George's Lupset, a distinguished local charity and community anchor.
Read articleThurston Group, has appointed a new HR director, after continued growth 6 Dec 2024
Wakefield-based off-site manufacturing specialist, Thurston Group, has appointed a new HR director as it looks forward to continued growth in 2025.
Read articleCard Factory advances into US market with strategic acquisition 6 Dec 2024
Wakefield-headquartered greetings cards and gifts retailer, Card Factory, has acquired the entire issued share capital of Garven Holdings LLC.
Read articleNormanton manufacturer makes steps to reduce environmental impact 4 Dec 2024
Normanton-based manufacturer, SEW-EURODRIVE UK, has launched a range in response to the growing demand for environmentally friendly products.
Read articleBusinesswoman Beverley picks up acclaimed Domestic Cleaner Award 3 Dec 2024
Wakefield residents have a reason to celebrate local talent as Beverley Proctor, the founder of Spotless Cleaning Wakefield, has won the Domestic Cleaner Award.
Read articleAldi donates thousands of Christmas lunches to those in need in Knottingley 2 Dec 2024
Aldi is spreading festive cheer by donating Christmas lunches to those in low-income in West Yorkshire – including Knottingley.
Read articleThe Wellness Mentor: running fitness sessions and offering personal training for women across the Wakefield District 2 Dec 2024
The Wellness Mentor is a fitness coaching and personal training business created by Natalie Wood.
Read article200 Degrees coffee shop opening in Castleford 27 Nov 2024
Speciality coffee roaster 200 Degrees has announced that the doors of its new Castleford coffee shop will open next weekend.
Read articleWork starts £3.5m Calder Park business units that will generate 100 jobs 27 Nov 2024
Construction work has began on a £3.5million, 40,000sq ft development of nine new business units at Calder Park, Wakefield.
Read articleWakefield BID awards 2024: Celebrating the best of Wakefield 26 Nov 2024
The Wakefield BID Awards returned with a flourish on Friday 22nd November, celebrating the exceptional contributions of local businesses, individuals, and organisations.
Read articleWakefield-based company YPO helps district shine bright at Light Up Festival 2024 26 Nov 2024
Simon Hill, Managing Director and Darren Elvidge, Head of Technology at YPO, joined Light Up Wakefield 2024, as the headline sponsor of the city’s spectacular festival.
Read articlePontefract and Castleford Wetherspoons delight at winning Loo of the Year Awards 2024 21 Nov 2024
Four Wetherspoons pubs in Pontefract and Castleford have won acclaim for the quality and standards of their toilets in the Loo of the Year Awards 2024.
Read articleIconic pub and the original home of Ossett Brewery gets a new look 21 Nov 2024
The Brewers 1841, formerly known as The Brewers Pride, a beloved and iconic real ale pub which once housed the original Ossett Brewery, has reopened after refurbishment.
Read articleGradient Mill: Part of Tileyard North’s transformation of Wakefield’s historic waterfront now complete 20 Nov 2024
Gradient Mill, part of the multi-million pound regeneration of Wakefield’s waterfront, is now complete.
Read articleWakefield low carbon heating company expands into Scotland with new hire 18 Nov 2024
Ambion Heating, a leading provider of low-carbon heating, is growing its presence in Scotland with the appointment of Denis Harley as Business Development Manager.
Read articlePontefract beautician Becki Morton, nominated for SOS Beauty Awards 2025 15 Nov 2024
A Pontefract beautician who transformed her garden shed into a beauty salon has been nominated for an SOS Beauty award for the second year running.
Read articleComplete Care West Yorkshire Ltd celebrates success at Great British Care Awards 15 Nov 2024
Complete Care West Yorkshire Ltd is celebrating a remarkable achievement after winning three prestigious awards at the Great British Care Awards.
Read articleMaker of the Month: Vicky Hughes 15 Nov 2024
Vicky Hughes is a local West Yorkshire Illustrator and is featured as our Maker Of The Month for November.
Read articlePontefract Civic Society receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service 14 Nov 2024
Pontefract Civic Society, a group of local volunteers have been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024.
Read articleStudio complex scoops starring role in Netflix drama 14 Nov 2024
Wakefield studio complex, Production Park, has landed its first major TV commission after WARP Films, Plan B and Matriarch Productions chose it for a new drama.
Read articleBonmarché, Luke 1977 and Calendar Club arrive at Junction 32 11 Nov 2024
Get ready for a new and improved shopping experience at Junction 32 as three exciting new brands are welcomed to the centre.
Read articleCastleford studio offering free tattoos in exchange for food bank donations 8 Nov 2024
Ultimate Ink Tattoo Studio in Castleford is doing their bit for their community by offering tattoos in exchange for food donations.
Read articleNew 200 Degrees coffee shop, set to open at Castleford’s Junction 32 shopping outlet in December, looking to fill staff vacancies including manager and barista positions 7 Nov 2024
A new 200 Degrees coffee shop is due to open at Castleford’s Junction 32 shopping outlet in December, and it is looking for staff.
Read articleLocal Businesswoman named as Woman Franchisee of the Year 2024 5 Nov 2024
Faye Burrell, business owner at local baby and child swim school has been announced as a winner at the annual NatWest Encouraging Women into Franchising Awards 2024.
Read articleEight-figure funding means company can supply up to 600 zero emission buses 5 Nov 2024
A Wakefield-based company has secured a significant order of electric buses for the UK with the support of an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK.
Read articleThe Little Hub support group for Wakefield mums secures almost £20K funding 28 Oct 2024
The Little Hub, a support group for women and mothers across the Wakefield district, is celebrating after being awarded almost £20,000 in National Lottery funding.
Read articleWakefield Primark launches new click and collect service 28 Oct 2024
Primark has launched a new click and collect service at its Wakefield store just in time for the Christmas shopping period.
Read articleIceland's The Food Warehouse store to open in Wakefield with huge giveaways and freebies 23 Oct 2024
Iceland Foods has announced it will be opening the doors to a brand-new The Food Warehouse store in Wakefield this November.
Read article200-year-old manufacturer hunts fresh opportunities as it expands operations 23 Oct 2024
Group Rhodes, a manufacturer of original equipment for the metalforming, composites, material handling sector, has marked its 200th anniversary by revealing growth.
Read articleLarge new Greggs to open on popular road in Featherstone 17 Oct 2024
A brand new Greggs will open up in Featherstone over the coming weeks.
Read articleSales Geek Yorkshire: transforming sales engines for businesses of all sizes, from Wakefield and beyond 17 Oct 2024
Sales Geek Yorkshire offer a vast range of services to boost revenue, enhance sales strategies, and develop sales talent through tailored training.
Read articleStudio J Architects: Providing professional and friendly architectural support across Yorkshire from their home in Horbury 17 Oct 2024
Studio J Architects are a local architecture firm dedicated to providing personal, professional and friendly services across the UK.
Read articleWakefield BID Celebrates New Office Launch on Wood Street 16 Oct 2024
Wakefield BID has officially opened its new office on Wood Street, marking a significant step in its efforts to support businesses across the city centre.
Read articleWakefield's Cinnamon Lounge 'delighted' at winning prestigious national award 15 Oct 2024
Wakefield restaurant owner Shamsul Miah and his team have expressed delight at picking up a prestigious national award for their work.
Read articleWakefield's Valentino's restaurant wins big at the Italian Awards 2024 15 Oct 2024
Popular Italian restaurant Valentino’s is celebrating after winning big at the 8th annual Italian Awards 2024.
Read articleMaker of the Month: Iris Jones Manufacturing 14 Oct 2024
Iris Jones Manufacturing is our Maker of the Month for October. They support businesses of all kinds across the fashion industry to bring their products to market.
Read articleProsura shortlisted for Insurance Times Award 14 Oct 2024
Prosura is celebrating after being named a finalist in the Insurance Broker of the Year category at the Insurance Times Awards.
Read articleCapacity boost as Wakefield insurance broker seals another acquisition deal 1 Oct 2024
Prosura, a business and lifestyle insurance broker based in Wakefield has confirmed its acquisition of Donald Schofield (Pontefract), a commercial insurance broker.
Read articleHigh Growth 50 – MC2 puts a spotlight on the North 1 Oct 2024
Strategic marketing communications agency MC2 has published its inaugural High Growth 50 report for 2024, in partnership with Beauhurst and the London Stock Exchange.
Read articlePopular Wakefield public sector company donates 'in-kind' products to regional NSPCC hubs 30 Sep 2024
As part of their ongoing partnership, Wakefield company YPO has donated a range of products to NSPCC's Regional Hub in Leeds.
Read articlePopeyes UK announces drive-thru restaurant opening date 27 Sep 2024
Popeyes UK has announced that the doors of its new Wakefield drive-thru restaurant will open next month.
Read articleGlobal manufacturer expands into new Wakefield headquarters 25 Sep 2024
A Yorkshire company that has become a world leader in manufacturing and supplying technology to control flying insects has expanded into a modern new headquarters.
Read articleNew banking hub set to open in Normanton 19 Sep 2024
A new banking hub is set to open in Normanton as new rules to support cash access in communities take effect.
Read articleProBiotix Health enters a commercial partnership with Greece-based Eifron SA 16 Sep 2024
ProBiotix Health, a life sciences business developing probiotics to support cardiometabolic health, has entered a commercial partnership with Eifron SA.
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