Category Archives: Community

North Halifax Partnership (NHP) is proud to announce the reopening of the Mixenden Activity Centre (MAC), a much-loved local space that has stood at the heart of the community for decades. Closed since 2018, the MAC will reopen under the management of NHP, with plans to transform the centre into a vibrant community hub shaped… read more … about MAC is Back: North Halifax Partnership to reopen Mixenden Activity Centre with the community at its heart>>

A new mobile community pop-up shop is bringing affordable, healthy food to Mixenden. On Tuesday 24 June 2025, Mixenden Community Hub welcomed Community Shop’s  ‘On the Go’ van on its first visit. The pop-up shop, stocked with a wide range of fresh, nutritious produce at very low prices, now stops off at Mixenden Hub every… read more … about New community pop-up shop for low-cost, healthy eating>>

As Wimbledon fever sweeps the UK, people in Calderdale can now enjoy improved tennis facilities at courts across the borough. Tennis courts in five Calderdale parks are now fully open, following renovation work to improve facilities, providing opportunities for more people to pick up a racket and get on court. Courts have been transformed at… read more … about Tennis courts are game, set and match ready>>

Group gathered in front of newly refurbished tennis courts at Crow Wood Park

Funding is now available for community and voluntary groups in Calderdale providing advice and practical help for residents facing pressures with the cost of living. Reducing inequalities is one of Calderdale Council’s priorities, with a key focus of supporting residents who may be struggling with the cost of living. The Council works closely alongside partners… read more … about Grants for cost of living support>>

Cost of living support logo

Calderdale Council’s strong commitment to making life in the borough better for everyone, is being highlighted as part of the annual corporate performance report. At the Cabinet meeting on Monday 30 June 2025, Councillors will discuss the annual report which contains a summary of the Council’s performance between April 2024 to the end of March… read more … about Delivering for Calderdale>>

Cllr Scullion smiling outside the Town Hall

Calderdale Council welcomes the announcement from Government that there will be a national inquiry into child sexual exploitation and grooming gangs in England and Wales. The inquiry follows recommendations from a review carried out by Baroness Casey, examining data and evidence on the nature and scale of group-based child sexual abuse. Calderdale Council takes the… read more … about Council response to national inquiry and report into grooming gangs>>

Cllr Jane Scullion outside Halifax Town Hall

Ambitious plans to make it more pleasant to walk, wheel and cycle around Todmorden have now been revealed. The £2.56million Active Todmorden project aims to create healthier communities by enabling everyone to walk, wheel or cycle for everyday journeys and improving access to the town’s attractions, whilst maintaining a welcoming and attractive area. This is… read more … about Step forward for Active Todmorden plans>>

Illustration showing Mr Beans cafe in Todmorden

Moving around the Skircoat area of Calderdale should soon be more pleasant, safe and convenient, as final proposals are agreed to improve streets around the ward. Skircoat is a residential area to the south of Halifax that includes large parks, local retail centres and the Calderdale Royal Hospital. Calderdale Council has secured funding from Active… read more … about Skircoat active travel plans get moving>>

People walking in Skircoat

Halifax is once again flying the Purple Flag, as the town has been awarded the prestigious accreditation for the fifteenth year running. Purple Flag is the gold standard for town centres, like Green Flag for parks and Blue Flag for beaches. The award scheme recognises excellence in the management of the evening and nighttime economy…. read more … about Fifteen years flying the Purple Flag>>

Above Halifax