Major deterioration of the Industrial Museum building in Halifax means that Calderdale Council is working with Calderdale Industrial Museum Association (CIMA) to look at its future. An inspection by Council officers last week found a number of new defects in the external walls. In particular, the bricks in the north wall (facing the Woolshops car… read more … about Calderdale Industrial Museum>>
On Thursday 13 August, Calderdale Council’s Economy and Environment Scrutiny Panel will meet to review how the recovery from the devastating floods that affected parts of the borough three years ago has progressed and to find out what more still needs to be done. Parts of the Upper Valley were severely affected by unprecedented flooding in… read more … about Meeting to review flooding recovery work>>
Volunteering for Calderdale Council could soon be easier, giving you even more opportunities to make a real difference to your own life and the lives of those around you. New proposals will be discussed by Cabinet on Monday 10 August. Philip Singh from Calderdale says he wouldn’t be where he is today without volunteering. He… read more … about Why volunteering matters>>
A new road built as part of the Sowerby Bridge Copley Valley development scheme opened today – Monday 27 July. The road, linking Hollas Lane with Fall Lane is a major milestone in the Council inspired development scheme, which will also ‘unlock’ 7 hectares of brownfield land. The works were carried out by Buckingham Group… read more … about New road opens in development scheme>>
A long-serving employee at Calderdale Council has retired after over 18 years of doing his bit to keep Halifax town centre clean and attractive. During his time in his street cleansing role, Pat Keane, 65 from Halifax, has become a familiar face in the town centre, working in all weathers to keep the area litter… read more … about Pat retires after 18 years>>
The school holidays will soon be upon us, the time when children and young people (and parents!) are looking to fill weeks of entertainment. Luckily British Cycling, in partnership with Calderdale Council, is running a number of organised, free bike rides across the borough, with rides for all ages and abilities. These Sky Ride Local… read more … about Summer sun and cycle fun>>
Work on the transformation of the Piece Hall in Halifax is being done particularly carefully after a species of bat was found in the historic building. The Transformation Project works are funded by Calderdale Council and a major award from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The Grade I listed building is being refurbished and conserved, creating… read more … about Piece Hall bats make themselves at home>>
Calderdale Council is asking for people’s views on the future of the 100 acre Cromwell Bottom site between Brighouse and Elland, with public consultation sessions being held over the next few months. In April, the Council’s Cabinet approved proposals to develop plans for the future of the area in consultation with local people. Members supported… read more … about Have your say on the future of Cromwell Bottom>>
Calderdale Council is stepping up the fight against fly-tippers and appealing for residents to help catch the culprits. It comes after the Council cleared 60 illegally dumped tyres and four tonnes of rubbish and rubble from a track in Shelf last week following concerns raised by local people. Furniture, carpets, dozens of bricks, large pieces… read more … about Fly-tipping – help catch the culprits>>
