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Local people are being asked to share further feedback on proposals to make moving around the Skircoat area of Calderdale, more pleasant, safe and convenient for people walking, wheeling and cycling. Skircoat is a residential area to the south of Halifax that includes large parks, local retail centres and the Calderdale Royal Hospital. Calderdale Council… read more … about Have your say on improvements to streets in Skircoat>>
Other news
Halifax BID is thrilled to announce the return of the Starlight Parade for its second year, bringing even more festive excitement to the heart of Halifax town centre. This year’s event has been made possible through the collaboration between Halifax BID, Culturedale, and Handmade Productions, and promises to be bigger and better than last year!… read more … about Halifax BID announces the return of the Starlight Parade for a second year!>>
A special festival will celebrate the heritage and stories of Black communities, as part of Black History Month and Calderdale’s Year of Culture 2024. This year’s Black History Month theme is ‘reclaiming narratives’, inviting members of the Black community to take part in shaping how their stories are told, ensuring their voices are heard and… read more … about Cultural festival showcases untold stories this Black History Month>>
Construction hoardings at the Victoria Theatre, Halifax, have now been removed, revealing how work is progressing to transform future visits to the venue. The Victoria Theatre is an impressive Grade II listed building in Halifax town centre, and one of the top live performing arts venues in the region. Funding from the Government’s Future High… read more … about Improved access takes centre stage in theatre work>>
The new Halifax Bus Station has been declared Transport Project of the Year in a prestigious national awards ceremony. The facility came out on top against six others shortlisted in the same category at the British Construction Industry Awards last week. The £20 million project, which fully opened in July this year, was praised by… read more … about Halifax Bus Station wins national award>>
On the eighth anniversary of the Calderdale Flood Action Plan, the Council and partners are reflecting on progress and working with communities to support flood resilience this autumn and winter. This October marks eight years since the launch of the Calderdale Flood Action Plan, which was created following the floods of Boxing Day 2015. It… read more … about Supporting flood action and resilience>>
A multi-agency approach to tackling serious and organised crime in Halifax and surrounding areas has been launched this week. Over the past few months, police have been working closely with the community in Halifax and with partner agencies including Calderdale Council, local schools and community groups. Yesterday (3 October), police and partners officially launched an… read more … about Clear, Hold, Build initiative launches in Halifax to crack down on serious organised crime>>
The way that Calderdale communities can work together to influence climate action is the subject of a unique and innovative new strategy, being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet. Calderdale Council declared a climate emergency in 2019 and taking climate action is one of the Council’s priorities. In 2023, the Calderdale Climate Action plan was published,… read more … about Working together to influence climate action>>
Residents in Mixenden enjoyed a family fun day event to celebrate the reopening of the Sunny Bank Road play area and the Mixenden Urban Park. Calderdale Council is delivering improvements in the area around Ash Green Community Primary School, with funding from the Council, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Active Calderdale. This has… read more … about Fun in the sun as new and improved play facilities reopen>>
