Calderdale Council today officially responded to the Government’s latest financial policy statements. Combining a below-inflation increase, and a rise in need across almost all services doesn’t make pretty reading. Here’s the reply in full: Calderdale Council has responded to the local government finance policy statement published on 5 December 2023, […]
The trustees of Overgate Hospice has announced the appointment of their new Chief Executive, and it will be a familiare face to many. Following an interim leadership period, and a robust internal recruitment process, the Board of Trustees are delighted to announce the appointment of Tracey Wilcocks as Chief Executive […]
The owners of the Acapulco have been very publicly calling out Calderdale Council for litter on our streets in and around Halifax recently. We feel for the Council, having to cope with huge reductions in budgets and so many priorities, including social care, it’s an uphill battle thats very common […]
Congratulations to Beth’s Bakery, of Wibsey Bank on gaining her 5star Hygeine certificate this past week as we head in to a busy Christmas season. Accoridng to their social media page they’ve been busy at Christmas stalls and will be at the Wibsey Christmas Market tomorrow.
Just a reminder to get yourself down to Wibsey tomorrow for the Christmas Market! Great to hear via the Wibsey Village Community Facebook Group that the Christmas market will be held again this year on the 2nd December on the High St from 11am – 4pm this year.
Following this years successful ballot by the Halifax Bid for an extended term, Brighouse businesses and rate payers have voted yes to 5 more years for the Brighouse BID team. Brighouse BID went to the ballots and over 80% of the rateable value of the catchment area voted in favour […]
As the kids were growing up, we spent many an hour in Bankfield Museum. Great for parking, and always lots of space for exploring. Here’s a quick reminder from Calderdale Museums about Lucy’s collection Time is running out to see the unique collection of dress historian and author Lucy Adlington […]
Bradford Council, in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, has launched a public consultation about the South Bradford Park and Ride Scheme. The proposals include a series of walking, cycling and public transport improvements for people travelling from south of the Bradford district into the city centre. The new […]
Last week saw the start of a new 14-home development break ground at Forest Cottage in Halifax. In a backdrop of housing shortages, it’s good to see new builds happening, and also using a local firm to build the homes in West End Joiners & Builders. Martyn Broadest, Director of […]
BBC news are reporting today that Calderdale Windfarm Ltd is exploring the possibility of siting 65 new wind turbines on the Walshaw Moors. In the past, these initiatives have come with a large philanthropic “pot of gold” for the communities closest. It’s early days, but full details are here. If […]