There are bags of opportunities for local shoppers and aspiring entrepreneurs in Calderdale’s markets! During Love your local market fortnight (Wednesday 15 to Wednesday 29 May 2013), there’s a great special offer and exciting events in Council-run markets across the borough. From 15 May and for a limited time only, spend £5 in any single… read more … about Local markets – take a fresh look>>
Calderdale Council’s Sports Service is celebrating after reaching the 9,000 members milestone. On 1 May 2013, Calderdale’s Active Lifestyles membership figures reached a record high of 9,015 – a sign of the great facilities and service offered to anyone joining at the six sites across Calderdale. This fantastic achievement adds to what is set to… read more … about Hurdling over the 9,000 member mark>>
Calderdale Council is ‘picking up’ where it left off, continuing its Big Clean campaign after the hard work of Council staff, Councillors, volunteers and partners last month. The last clean up took place at the end of April, with teams using sweepers and litter pickers to remove tonnes of rubbish and debris from areas across… read more … about No messing – Council’s mission to make clean sweep>>
Domestic abuse is a serious social problem, and Councillors in Calderdale will be asking questions of those involved in tackling it at a special meeting on Thursday 9 May. Calderdale Council’s Communities Scrutiny Panel will be holding a detailed review to take an in-depth look at some of the issues around domestic abuse, as well… read more … about Tackling domestic violence in Calderdale>>
Did you know that using an energy monitor could help you save as much as 15 per cent on electricity bills? You can loan an energy monitor, free of charge, from local libraries in Calderdale. Act now to reduce your energy costs and protect yourself against future price rises. An energy monitor will show you:… read more … about Take control of your electricity bills>>
Calderdale Council has announced that it’s partnering with British Cycling and West Yorkshire Metro to encourage thousands of people to dust off their bikes and get cycling again. Calderdale is a great place to cycle, and now there are even more opportunities to get out and about on your bike in the area. Calderdale residents… read more … about Get out on your bike in Calderdale: Calderdale Council joins national campaign to get more people cycling>>
Calderdale Council has worked with Luddendenfoot Conservation Society to produce a new document to promote the special qualities of Luddenden and help people learn more about the area. The Luddenden Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan will look at the history, development and appearance of Luddenden, and ways to retain these characteristics. The Council is… read more … about Conserving Luddenden>>
It’s just 200 days until the Italy v Tonga match – a key part of Rugby League World Cup 2013 – kicks off at the Shay Stadium, Halifax. Wednesday 24 April 2013 marks the milestone in the countdown to the next iconic sporting event in the UK after the Olympics. To celebrate, fans are being… read more … about Just 200 days to go!>>
A national catch-up programme to increase MMR vaccination uptake in children and teenagers was announced today (Thursday 25 April) by Public Health England, NHS England and the Department of Health. The aim is to vaccinate as many unvaccinated and partially vaccinated 10-16 year olds as possible in time for the next school year. There were… read more … about Improving MMR uptake in Calderdale>>
