Monthly Archives: September 2014

Art lovers in Calderdale have the chance to view a stunning array of artwork in the latest exhibition at Bankfield Museum, Halifax. The fourth annual Calderdale Open Art exhibition runs from Saturday 4 October 2014, and will feature a selection of drawings, paintings, prints, photographs and textiles by professional and amateur artists from across the… read more … about Putting locals at the ‘art of exhibition>>

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A community project to bring the Rochdale Canal to life has taken the crown in a national award recognising fantastic work to transform the country’s historic canals and rivers. Towpath improvements, unique artwork, engaging signage, stunning wildflowers and canal-side events have helped make the Rochdale Canal and its surrounding area an exciting place to live,… read more … about Top award for community canal project>>

Calderdale Council, five local bowling clubs and the Friends of Centre Vale Park are working together to secure the future of the bowling pavilion in the popular Todmorden park. The Council is keen to make sure people continue to enjoy bowling there, and in response to concerns from the bowling clubs and Friends group about… read more … about Plans roll forward for bowling in Centre Vale Park>>

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Date: Thursday 9 October 2014, 9.30- 16.30 Venue Orange Box, Thomas Street, Halifax, HX1 1AF The Superfast West Yorkshire Business Support Programme is offering eligible businesses across the region the opportunity to access FREE business support and advice to help them save time and money and improve efficiency in their business. To date over 200… read more … about Superfast success event set for Calderdale!>>

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Calderdale Council is helping local secondary schools to educate pupils aged 13-15 years old about relationships, staying safe and safe sex. Ten out of 14 secondary schools have signed up for the new programme and the remaining schools are in discussions. Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) is already part of the curriculum across all schools… read more … about Schools get the Sex Factor>>

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Councillors are calling for more action to be taken to clear derelict sites and buildings across Calderdale after the issue was discussed by the Council’s Economy and Environment Scrutiny Panel. Calderdale Council’s Chair of the Economy and Environment Scrutiny Panel, Cllr James Baker said: “Unfortunately we have many neglected sites and properties across Calderdale, such… read more … about Derelict sites come under Scrutiny>>

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Digital experts, businesses and anyone with an interest in the online revolution are invited to attend Industrial Evolution – Calderdale’s Digital Future, a free one day event organised by Calderdale Council. Industrial Evolution is an opportunity to share expertise and ideas on how Calderdale can become a centre for digital and technological excellence and innovation. … read more … about Join Calderdale’s Industrial Evolution!>>

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