Businesswoman 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.

Aldi 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.

The 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.

200 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.

Work 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.

Wakefield 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.

Wakefield-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.

Pontefract 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.

Iconic 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.

Gradient 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.

Wakefield 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.

Pontefract 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.

Complete 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.

Maker 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.

Pontefract 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.

Studio 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.

Bonmarché, 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.

Castleford 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.

New 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.

Local 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.

Eight-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.

The 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.

Wakefield 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.

Iceland'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.

200-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.

Large 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.

Sales 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.

Studio 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.

Wakefield 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.

Wakefield'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.

Wakefield'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.

Maker 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.

Prosura 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.

Capacity 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.

High 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.

Popular 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.

Popeyes 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.

Global 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.

New 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.

ProBiotix 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.

Opening date announced for opening of Scandinavian-inspired homewares, Søstrene Grene, at Trinity Walk 11 Sep 2024

Søstrene Grene, the Danish homewares and lifestyle brand, is ready to open at Trinity Walk this month.

Wakefield businesses urged to join 'decarbonisation revolution' as report shows green sector brought in £1.1bn to economy in a year 11 Sep 2024

Wakefield’s burgeoning green sector brought in more than £1bn to the region’s economy in just one year and is set for a growth explosion - a new report reveals.