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3 months ago
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SUBMITTED PLANNING APPLICATIONS: Wakefield pub could be knocked down and turned into bungalows

The latest planning applications submitted to Wakefield Council includes a request to knock down a pub and replace it...

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3 months ago
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Plans submitted for motor neurone disease centre named in honour of Pontefract-born LTake a look ...

Plans have been submitted for a new motor neurone disease centre in honour of Pontefract’s Rob Burrow to help people ...

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3 months ago
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Application for Knottingley quarry concrete factory to operate for another decade is approved

A concrete factory at a Knottingley quarry has been granted permission by Wakefield Council to continue its operation...

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3 months ago
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Planning permission approved for outdoor terrace at Pontefract's historic Counting House and buil...

The next stage in the redevelopment of one of Pontefract’s oldest buildings has been approved.

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3 months ago
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Wakefield and Castleford men fined for fishing illegally

A man from Wakefield and a man from Castleford have been handed fines for fishing without a licence.

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3 months ago
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Valentine’s funfairs arrive in Wakefield city centre

A Valentine’s funfair will be in Wakefield for the rest of the week.

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3 months ago
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DECIDED PLANNING APPLICATIONS: Next stage approved for one of Pontefract’s oldest buildings

These are the latest planning applications decided by Wakefield Council.

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3 months ago
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REPORTS FROM THE COURTS: Woman who assaulted two people banned from Wakefield convenience store

The following cases involving people from the Wakefield district were heard at Leeds Magistrates’ Court.

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3 months ago
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Here's 11 behind the scenes pictures from Pontefract's new and refurbished drag queen show bar Ga...

A new drag queen show bar is set to open in Pontefract next month.

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3 months ago
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Shoe brand POD teams up with Wakefield indie band Skinny Living and singer-songwriter Sonni Mills...

A Wakefield-based shoe brand is teaming up with a band from the city for its new campaign.

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3 months ago
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Here's 14 pictures of the best shopfronts and regeneration projects in Pontefract with the people...

The best shopfronts and design projects in Pontefract town centre have been recognised at an awards ceremony – take a...

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3 months ago
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Drag queens are coming to Pontefract as Galileo’s Show Bar joins Ropergate nightlife scene

A new drag queen show bar is set to bring glitz, glamour and gags to Pontefract town centre.

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