Wakefield2 days agoBattery farm plan unanimously rejected by councilThe scheme in Wakefield could still go ahead if a planning inspector overrules councillors.2 days ago4 days agoDeveloper sought to accelerate town regenerationWakefield Council say the town could "evolve into a distinctive riverside market town".4 days ago5 days agoPride festival cancelled amid funding shortfallOrganisers say the event has had to be postponed until 2026, after they failed to secure funding. 5 days ago7 days agoWaste site operator appeals health hazard decisionResidents have previously complained about a foul smell coming from the site in South Elmsall.7 days ago8 days agoBattery farm plan recommended for approvalPlans for the battery storage system near a Wakefield village were submitted three years ago.8 days ago11 Jul 2025Family pays tribute to 'amazing dad' after crashMotorcyclist Adam Anderson died in the crash near Knaresborough on Wednesday, police say.11 Jul 202511 Jul 2025'Councillors should be tested on local knowledge'Wakefield councillors should face similar tests to taxi drivers, the opposition leader says.11 Jul 202510 Jul 2025Solar farm near sculpture park set for approvalA report from Wakefield Council recommends giving the green light to the plans.10 Jul 20253 Jul 2025Teachers continue strikes over longer school dayStaff walkouts at schools run by Outwood Grange Academies Trust will continue, the NEU says.3 Jul 2025...