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Cast members of Dewsbury Arts Group’s latest show - a panto version of Treasure Island - took to their very own one-off pop-up box office in the newly-refurbished Dewsbury Arcade where they sold tickets, chatted with members of the public and posed for photos.

Pirate panto promoted in Arcade pop-up box office

Shared Spectrum, a support group for neurodivergent women, parents and carers in Mirfield and Cleckheaton, has been chosen as Kim Leadbeater’s Charity of the Month.

Support group for neurodivergent women and parents is MP’s Charity of the Month

This property, on Parkfield Way in Mirfield, is on sale with SnowGate Estate Agency, priced £495,000.

Modern and stylish home designed for everyday family life and entertaining

The Meat Drunkery in Cleckheaton turned pink for breast cancer - and raised £1,500 for charity.

Photos: ‘Proud’ town centre bar turns pink for breast cancer

Lib Dem Cleckheaton ward councillors Kath Pinnock and Andrew Pinnock.

Concerns over new planning rules described as 'a backwards step'

Former councillor Eric Firth pictured outside Dewsbury Town Hall.

Former mayor calls on council to recognise Dewsbury's historic civic flag

The country has seen record low rainfall and exceptionally high temperatures this summer, with many regions officially declared in drought. Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images.

Cabinet tables motion to scrap Kirklees' climate emergency declaration

Sam Teale.

'Two weeks ago, 15 people knew I was gay - now over 8.5 million people know'

Alan Pearce was sentenced to 14 years in prison.

Man jailed for 14 years after raping young girl

People

James has navigated the whole 127-mile stretch of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in a kayak with his dad.

Young rugby captain completes 127-mile canal kayak challenge with dad
A sports-mad youngster has navigated the whole 127-mile stretch of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in a kayak.
Adam Cheshire

Famous Muslim poet Imam Mohammad Yasir Athari holding a tray of Indian Mithai sweets during this year's procession in Heckmondwike.

Hundreds join annual Eid-Milad Procession to pray for world peace

Harrison Gration, a professional bass-baritone opera singer, visited pupils at Manorfield Infant and Nursery School.

Could next opera star emerge from Batley after visit from talented singer?

Take a look at these photos from the 75th anniversary of the Batley Torchlight Procession. Photo by Patrick Sice.

Proud priest praises ‘team effort’ at 75th anniversary of Torchlight Procession

Youngsters at Eversleigh Day Nursery took part in sponsored walks to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

'Little feet can make a big difference' as nursery raises £1,215 for charity

Cost of Living

Nearly half of homeowners have incurred late payment fees

Disorganised households estimate they pay an extra £801 on bills

Sick of soaring bills? They’re not all going up

The household bill that costs less than 10 years ago

Novuna Consumer Finance is one of the UK's leading providers of retail point of sale finance and personal loans

Ad Feature One in eight households couldn't cover essentials for two months

A poll of 2,000 adults found 83 per cent have tightened purse strings during the past 12 months.

Brits have cut back more than £1000 due to rising costs

Crime

Pictured clockwise from the top left are Devanyl Graham, Heather Jeffrey, Sheikh Jobe, Sophie Logan, Ben Royle, Emma Rauf, Sheldan Noel and Lamara Noel.

Crime group members who smuggled nearly £30m of cash out of UK to UAE are jailed

The crash happened on Owl Lane, Dewsbury, at around 3.30pm on Thursday, September 10.

Police appeal for witnesses after man suffers serious injuries in Dewsbury crash

Detectives have released images of jewellery stolen from a property on Staincliffe Road in Dewsbury on August 28.

Police appeal after jewellery, cash and car key stolen in house burglary

Chair of Staincliffe Park Volunteers Stevan Morton (right), with treasurer Pat, at the park following the theft of six treasured heritage plaques.

Theft of heritage plaques in Staincliffe park ‘senseless and mindless’

Shane Vickers.

Dealer who ran ‘West Yorkshire Cartel’ drugs line jailed

Police are appealing for information after a woman was injured in a car ramming incident in Batley.

Police appeal as woman taken to hospital after car ramming incident

Business

Marc's fighting career has seen him compete all over the world.

Professional MMA fighter brings martial arts to Batley
A professional MMA fighter has opened a martial arts academy in Batley.
Catherine Gannon

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

Dewsbury Market over the years. Here it is in 1970.

25 nostalgic photos of the iconic town centre market

Mirfield Garden Centre is getting into the festive spirit by launching its Christmas department next weekend.

Christmas is coming early to Mirfield Garden Centre

The Meat Drunkery in Cleckheaton will be turning pink for breast cancer this weekend.

Popular town centre bar turning pink for breast cancer

Traffic and Travel

The Doggie Bus and owner, Lisa Pinardi.

Paws on board! Dog bus service officially launches in Wakefield and Mirfield

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

Mayor Tracy Brabin has had a first look at the new Weaver Network buses. Photo: Kirklees Council.

First look at West Yorkshire's new buses ahead of their rollout in Spring 2027

A major road in Cleckheaton is set to be closed overnight for a month.

Overnight closures on major road scheduled for a month

Health

Sharon Jones-Stanley, left, bereavement midwife at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, with Aaminah and Ali Hussain.

Bereaved mum honours her daughter’s memory by donating Qur'an Cubes to hospital

Martin Sharpe, HWD Hospital Radio volunteer, left, with Brent Kilmurray, chief executive of Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust.

Volunteers receive awards for clocking up 270 years of service at hospital

Relax and unwind with a luxury Bannatyne’s spa day for two.

SAVE 70%: Yorkshire luxury spa day for two at Bannatyne’s

The Kanzul-Iman Jamia Mosque's Assistant Imam, Mohammad Yasir Athari, left, at one of the Friday NHS health check workshops.

NHS teams up with mosque for month of health checks as part of research study

Yorkshire's Amanda Clarke and daughter Bea star in the new ‘Give It Some Boots’ campaign, sharing their experiences of confidence, resilience and self-expression.

Yorkshire mum and daughter star in Boots campaign after cancer journey

New Health customers are not tied to a subscription or long-term contract, giving them greater flexibility over their treatment.

What side effects do people suffer on weight loss drugs?

Politics

Campaigners outside the meeting calling for the re-opening of Dewsbury Sports Centre.

Enough is enough - it is 'time for action over sports centre'
“Three years is enough, just get on with it.”
Dominic Brown

A new blue bin will be introduced for paper and cardboard. Stock photo.

All Kirklees households to get third wheelie bin as council confirms £4m rollout

Kim Leadbeater has delivered an “unmistakable message” that reckless driving in Spen Valley’s towns and villages “will not be tolerated.”

‘Unmistakable message’ sent to reckless drivers after village meeting

The Reform administration is considering raising council tax by less than the maximum allowed 4.99 per cent. Photo: stock.adobe.com

Next budget is ‘crucial’ for Kirklees as council grapples with a £24m black hole

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The American Golf Luxury Advent Calendar features 24 days of golfing treats, including balls, tees, accessories and more, all presented in festive red, white and blue packaging.

American Golf's £129 luxury advent calendar is a golfer's dream

The appearance of the doll pays tribute to the navy, long-sleeved dress Dion wore when she performed Titanic theme song My Heart Will Go On at the Academy Awards in 1998.

Barbie unveils Celine Dion doll for £69.99

Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

The River Coln could be fenced off in places after concerns that tourists are disturbing protected wildlife by paddling in the water.

Tourists face river ban in beauty spot village

UK Trending

The top side hustling cities include Bristol and London

Half of Brits work a ‘second shift’ after hours on side hustles

Trending holiday destinations for 2027 include California, Japan, and Uruguay

Expedia's 2027 trending travel hotspots include California and Japan

The nation's favourite card games of all time are blackjack, poker and patience

Blackjack, poker and patience top nation's favourite card games

92 per cent of small business owners say keeping energy costs down is one of their biggest priorities

Small business owners' reveal biggest concerns

It was also found 21 per cent have walked away from a purchase altogether because they didn't think it would have much resale potential

Marketplace sellers buy fashion items to sell after just a few wears

Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

Weather

Yorkshire has officially entered drought status, although there are no plans to introduce water restrictions.

Drought status declared in Yorkshire

A thunderstorm warning has been issued for North Kirklees. Photo: Getty.

Two-day thunderstorm warning for Dewsbury, Mirfield, Batley and Spen

A yellow weather warning has been issued for Kirklees. (Photo by Sergei SUPINSKY / AFP via Getty Images)

Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy showers extended

Education

Catering - just one of the course options at Kirklees College

Ad Feature Discover your future with Kirklees College’s course guide for 2027/28

Francoise Leake, who was the headteacher at Westborough High School, died on September 29, aged 79.

Tributes paid to former headteacher who transformed her school

Students at the heart of Sixth Form life at Heckmondwike Grammar School.

Ad Feature OPEN EVENING: Heckmondwike Grammar School Sixth Form showcase

Year 7 pupil at Batley Girls' High School, Hannah Annaki, was presented with a formal Certificate of Commendation and a letter of praise from the school after her act of kindness.

Youngster hailed as ‘extraordinary role model’ after helping injured cyclist

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