The Tour de France’s Grand Depart has, for the first time in its history, a cultural festival to accompany it. It is an ambitious cultural event designed to promote the county’s artistic richness and breath-taking landscapes to residents and visitors alike. This week is the start of the festival and there’s lots happening across Calderdale throughout… read more … about It’s here! Yorkshire Festival 2014>>
The new edition of Wildside – the walks and events programme produced by Calderdale Council is available in local tourist information centres, libraries and sports centres now! The guide brings together all the walks and events run by the Council’s Countryside and Woodland team. There’s something for everyone in this useful guide, from activities with… read more … about Take a walk on the Wildside>>
Calderdale commuters could benefit from two new rail projects if plans to be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet are agreed. Plans to lobby central Government to prioritise investment in the electrification of the Calder Valley rail line will be considered by members of the Cabinet. Electrified railways are more energy efficient, produce lower emissions and… read more … about Calderdale rail proposals on track for debate>>
Calderdale Council’s Cabinet will consider recommendations to boost local businesses, including a grant of £41,000 to support the local retail sector in the run up to Christmas 2014, at a meeting on 31 March 2014. The proposal is one of three which have been made by the Council’s Economic Taskforce, which works to support and… read more … about Christmas comes early in Calderdale!>>
How can your business make the most of the Tour de France? All businesses in Calderdale will be receiving an information leaflet highlighting the opportunities around the Tour in Calderdale and also advising them to plan ahead to keep their business running during the busy weekend. There will be lots of extra people in Calderdale… read more … about Release the business potential of the Tour de France>>
A derelict building in Halifax which could have put people’s safety at risk has been boarded up and made safe by Calderdale Council. The old brewery garage on Maltings Road at Fountain Head Village, Wheatley, has been out of use and deteriorating gradually since the brewery closed in 1996. Last week concerns were raised about… read more … about Tackling dangerous buildings>>
Calling all sons and daughters! Have you found that perfect Mother’s Day gift yet? Calderdale markets have lots of choice to let you spoil your mum. Whether it’s perfume, fresh cut flowers, handmade jewellery from Hebden Bridge or even local chocolates from Todmorden, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for. If you’re up for cooking,… read more … about Bring Mother’s Day shopping to life…>>
Green-fingered residents in Todmorden will now find it easier to grow their own fruit and veg, thanks to the launch of Calderdale Council’s community growing pilot in the town. And if it bears fruit, people across Calderdale could have a blooming marvellous chance to get involved. Community growing is for groups of people who want… read more … about Grow for it!>>
Why Wait? Join the 60% of Calderdale residents who pay their Council Tax by Direct Debit. Council Tax bills are now landing on people’s doorsteps and it is a perfect time for people to look at how they pay their bills. Setting up a Direct Debit is a very popular method and means people no… read more … about Direct debits – save time, why wait?>>
