The permanent Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) for the outskirts of Halifax town centre, Skircoat, King Cross and the wider Halifax area will be in place from Monday 1 June 2015. Parking restrictions will be reintroduced on King Cross Road on Monday 27 April 2015. The ‘Notice of Making’, which gives details of the new TRO,… read more … about New TRO for outer Halifax>>
Residents in Calderdale have the opportunity to pick up a free book as part of the celebrations for World Book Night. World Book Night is now in its fifth year, and is an annual celebration of reading and books, with events taking place on or around Thursday 23 April, the International Day of the Book…. read more … about Celebrate World Book Night>>
Visitors to the Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve near Brighouse could see some big changes take place in the area, as Calderdale Council’s Cabinet consider ideas for major improvement work on the site. Much of the 100 acre site comprising the Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve and a former landfill facility is owned by Calderdale Council. The… read more … about Unlocking the potential of Brighouse site>>
Students and their families are saddling up for a day of all things cycling, as Calderdale Council, Brooksbank School and Pedalsport Cycling Club host their first ever track party. The family fun day, funded by the Council, will roll into action at Brooksbank School’s cycle circuit in Elland on Sunday 19 April from 9am to… read more … about Cycling fun day is ready to roll>>
New ways to tackle low pay will be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet at the next meeting at 6pm on 13 April 2015 at Halifax Town Hall. Calderdale Council introduced the Living Wage in April 2014, raising the income of over 250 Council workers. The Council is also working hard to encourage other local employers… read more … about Calderdale takes the lead on low pay>>
The ornate ceiling in Halifax Town Hall’s Council chamber has been restored to its original splendour. Specialist repairs, intricate painting and thorough cleaning have conserved the stained glass and plasterwork in the ceiling for generations to come. Natural light is now pouring into the much-loved chamber, which houses many of Calderdale Council’s key meetings. Last… read more … about Bright future for Town Hall chamber>>
A young person from the Linden Brook short stay respite centre is celebrating after the centre organised for his artwork to go on show in Sowerby Bridge. 17 year old Ashley Challoner has been visiting Linden Brook for three years. The Council- run centre offers short stays for disabled children, giving parents and carers the… read more … about Talented teen’s artistic achievement>>
Businesses looking to expand or start up in Calderdale could be given a helping hand with their rates if a new discount scheme is approved by the Council’s Cabinet on Monday 13 April. This is the latest in a range of methods that the Council is using to boost business growth and create new jobs… read more … about Proposal to boost business through reduced rates>>
It’s now less than a month until the Tour de Yorkshire cycles into Calderdale. On the weekend on the 1-3 May, 18 teams of cyclists will be taking part in the inaugural Tour de Yorkshire, with the race travelling through Calderdale on Sunday 3 May. This is set to be a spectacular event with names… read more … about Amateur cyclists take to the Tour>>
