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119                                        Wakefield&#x27;s Clobber Swap sponsors Kelly Osbourne and Ray Winstone Awards at London Fashion Week
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121                                        <small>1 Oct 2026</small>
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125                                        Clobber Swap has taken another major step onto the national fashion stage after sponsoring This Is ICON 2026, an official on-schedule London Fashion Week event.
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138                                        Card Factory sales soar
139
140                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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143                                    <p>
144                                        Yorkshire greetings card retailer Card Factory has reported a rise in half-year sales as it continues to broaden its business beyond cards.
145                                    </p>
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147                                        <a href="/news/card-factory-sales-soar/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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157                                        Care group accelerates growth with acquisition of four homes in Yorkshire
158
159                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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162                                    <p>
163                                        Wakefield-based Strong Life Care has completed the acquisition of four care homes from MMCG.
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166                                        <a href="/news/care-group-accelerates-growth-with-acquisition-of-four-homes-in-yorkshire/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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176                                        Wakefield restaurant crowned Restaurant of the Year at prestigious British Curry &amp; Catering Awards 2026
177
178                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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181                                    <p>
182                                        A Wakefield restaurant is celebrating after taking home one of the biggest prizes at the British Curry &amp; Catering Awards 2026.
183                                    </p>
184                                    <span>
185                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-restaurant-crowned-restaurant-of-the-year-at-prestigious-british-curry-catering-awards-2026/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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195                                        Two Wakefield fish and chip shops celebrate national recognition
196
197                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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200                                    <p>
201                                        Two Wakefield fish and chip shops have once again been recognised among the country&#x2019;s top outlets after successfully retaining a prestigious industry accreditation.
202                                    </p>
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204                                        <a href="/news/two-wakefield-fish-and-chip-shops-celebrate-national-recognition/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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214                                        Carr Gate unwraps Christmas magic with spectacular October launch
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216                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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220                                        The festive season is coming to Carr Gate Garden Centre, where Christmas magic will officially arrive with the grand opening of its much-anticipated Christmas Department.
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233                                        Plans submitted to build new Co-op store in Ackworth
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235                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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239                                        Plans have been put forward to build a new Co-op store in Ackworth to replace its existing premises in the village.
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242                                        <a href="/news/plans-submitted-to-build-new-co-op-store-in-ackworth/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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249                                <img src="/media/sjuhtu2l/wakefield-first-business-news-awards.jpg" alt="Independent Wakefield florist Wins Studio Florist of the Year 2026 in prestigious worldwide competition">
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252                                        Independent Wakefield florist Wins Studio Florist of the Year 2026 in prestigious worldwide competition
253
254                                        <small>29 Sep 2026</small>
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258                                        A Wrenthorpe florist has been named Studio Florist of the Year 2026 in a prestigious worldwide competition after winning the support of customers and her local community.
259                                    </p>
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261                                        <a href="/news/independent-wakefield-florist-wins-studio-florist-of-the-year-2026-in-prestigious-worldwide-compet
261ition/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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271                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight: Mint HR
272
273                                        <small>28 Sep 2026</small>
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276                                    <p>
277                                        Meet Mint HR - the latest business to be featured in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight! Mint HR is changing the game for businesses when it comes to managing teams. 
278                                    </p>
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280                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-mint-hr/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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290                                        Construction underway on major speculative industrial development
291
292                                        <small>17 Sep 2026</small>
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295                                    <p>
296                                        A team of property agents from Yorkshire have been appointed to market &#x2018;Wakefield 500&#x2019;, Panattoni&#x2019;s new large-scale speculative industrial development in Castleford.
297                                    </p>
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309                                        Video games developer anticipates second half momentum
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311                                        <small>17 Sep 2026</small>
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314                                    <p>
315                                        Wakefield games developer, everplay group, said it has achieved a resilient half one revenue performance as it releases results for the six months ended 30 June 2026.
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318                                        <a href="/news/video-games-developer-anticipates-second-half-momentum/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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325                                <img src="/media/bajhzosb/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality.jpg" alt="Caf&#xE9; de Brazil brings new Brazilian dining experience to Wakefield&#x27;
325s Estabulo">
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328                                        Caf&#xE9; de Brazil brings new Brazilian dining experience to Wakefield&#x27;s Estabulo
329
330                                        <small>17 Sep 2026</small>
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333                                    <p>
334                                        A new Brazilian-inspired dining concept has launched at Estabulo in Wakefield.
335                                    </p>
336                                    <span>
337                                        <a href="/news/cafe-de-brazil-brings-new-brazilian-dining-experience-to-wakefields-estabulo/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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344                                <img src="/media/daenvirf/wakefield-first-business-news-pub.jpg" alt="Wakefield pub The Dam Inn to close for &#xA3;380K refurbishment">
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347                                        Wakefield pub The Dam Inn to close for &#xA3;380K refurbishment
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349                                        <small>17 Sep 2026</small>
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352                                    <p>
353                                        The popular Dam Inn pub in Newmillerdam will be closing next week as a &#xA3;380,000 refubishment takes place.
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355                                    <span>
356                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-pub-the-dam-inn-to-close-for-380k-refurbishment/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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366                                        Castleford gears up for celebration of all things great about the town
367
368                                        <small>17 Sep 2026</small>
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371                                    <p>
372                                        A day of food, drink, entertainment, and family fun is heading to Castleford, celebrating everything that makes the town great.
373                                    </p>
374                                    <span>
375                                        <a href="/news/castleford-gears-up-for-celebration-of-all-things-great-about-the-town/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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382                                <img src="/media/qfvctlsi/wakefield-first-business-news-markets-2.jpg" alt="Marks and Spencer to start building new Wakefield City Fields store">
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385                                        Marks and Spencer to start building new Wakefield City Fields store
386
387                                        <small>17 Sep 2026</small>
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390                                    <p>
391                                        Marks and Spencer say the company will start building work on a new store at City Fields in Wakefield next year.
392                                    </p>
393                                    <span>
394                                        <a href="/news/marks-and-spencer-to-start-building-new-wakefield-city-fields-store/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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401                                <img src="/media/zyvflqtb/wbs-dalia-botanique.jpg" alt="Wakefield Business Spotlight - Dalia Botanique">
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404                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight - Dalia Botanique
405
406                                        <small>14 Sep 2026</small>
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409                                    <p>
410                                        Next up in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight, we are highlighting Dalia Botanique - a unique skincare brand bringing the best of the countryside right into your routine.
411                                    </p>
412                                    <span>
413                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-dalia-botanique/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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420                                <img src="/media/dizh4jyp/wakefield-first-business-news-general-5.jpg" alt="New padel and Reformer Pilates club coming to Wakefield this November">
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423                                        New padel and Reformer Pilates club coming to Wakefield this November
424
425                                        <small>8 Sep 2026</small>
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428                                    <p>
429                                        One of the UK&#x2019;s fastest-growing padel operators is set to open a new venue in Wakefield, bringing sport, wellness and social experiences to the city for the first time.
430                                    </p>
431                                    <span>
432                                        <a href="/news/new-padel-and-reformer-pilates-club-coming-to-wakefield-this-november/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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439                                <img src="/media/inxdbfvk/wakefield-first-business-news-construction-2.jpg" alt="Regenerated former swimming baths site will accommodate dozens of homes">
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442                                        Regenerated former swimming baths site will accommodate dozens of homes
443
444                                        <small>3 Sep 2026</small>
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447                                    <p>
448                                        A Vico Homes development off Aketon Road in Castleford will create 69 homes, with 52 for social rent and 17 available to buy with shared ownership.
449                                    </p>
450                                    <span>
451                                        <a href="/news/regenerated-former-swimming-baths-site-will-accommodate-dozens-of-homes/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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458                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="Doughnotts opens in Castleford - its first store in Yorkshire">
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460                                    <p>
461                                        Doughnotts opens in Castleford - its first store in Yorkshire
462
463                                        <small>3 Sep 2026</small>
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466                                    <p>
467                                        The independent doughnut brand Doughnotts is bringing its handmade creations to Castleford this week &#x2013; and there&#x2019;s a tasty launch-day treat in store for shoppers.
468                                    </p>
469                                    <span>
470                                        <a href="/news/doughnotts-opens-in-castleford-its-first-store-in-yorkshire/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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477                                <img src="/media/daenvirf/wakefield-first-business-news-pub.jpg" alt="Tattoo Journey above new Wakefield Bull Ring bar Journey Lounge">
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479                                    <p>
480                                        Tattoo Journey above new Wakefield Bull Ring bar Journey Lounge
481
482                                        <small>3 Sep 2026</small>
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485                                    <p>
486                                        Two lifelong friends have achieved their dream of opening a unique new bar in Wakefield city centre.
487                                    </p>
488                                    <span>
489                                        <a href="/news/tattoo-journey-above-new-wakefield-bull-ring-bar-journey-lounge/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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493                        </div>
494                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
495                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
496                                <img src="/media/bajhzosb/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality.jpg" alt="Burger and ice cream cafe given green light in Knottingley">
497                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
498                                    <p>
499                                        Burger and ice cream cafe given green light in Knottingley
500
501                                        <small>3 Sep 2026</small>
502
503                                    </p>
504                                    <p>
505                                        A burger and ice cream cafe has been given the go-ahead at a former hairdresser&#x2019;s in Knottingley.
506                                    </p>
507                                    <span>
508                                        <a href="/news/burger-and-ice-cream-cafe-given-green-light-in-knottingley/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
509                                    </span>
510                                </div>
511                            </div>
512                        </div>
513                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
514                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
515                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="&#xA3;200,000 refurb plan for British Oak at Calder Grove">
516                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
517                                    <p>
518                                        &#xA3;200,000 refurb plan for British Oak at Calder Grove
519
520                                        <small>3 Sep 2026</small>
521
522                                    </p>
523                                    <p>
524                                        A pub company plans a &#xA3;200,000 plus refurbishment of the British Oak at Calder Grove in Wakefield.
525                                    </p>
526                                    <span>
527                                        <a href="/news/200-000-refurb-plan-for-british-oak-at-calder-grove/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
528                                    </span>
529                                </div>
530                            </div>
531                        </div>
532                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
533                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
534                                <img src="/media/shsajved/fds-team-poonam-second-from-the-end.jpg" alt="fds Advises Legacy Business Knox &amp; Wells on Transition to Employee Ownership ">
535                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
536                                    <p>
537                                        fds Advises Legacy Business Knox &amp; Wells on Transition to Employee Ownership 
538
539                                        <small>2 Sep 2026</small>
540
541                                    </p>
542                                    <p>
543                                        Award-winning corporate finance boutique fds has successfully advised Knox &amp; Wells on its transition to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
544                                    </p>
545                                    <span>
546                                        <a href="/news/fds-advises-legacy-business-knox-wells-on-transition-to-employee-ownership/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
547                                    </span>
548                                </div>
549                            </div>
550                        </div>
551                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
552                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
553                                <img src="/media/yvveuxc1/wbs-taste-of-africa.jpg" alt="Wakefield Business Spotlight &#x2013; Taste Of Africa by Monsur Kitchen">
554                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
555                                    <p>
556                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight &#x2013; Taste Of Africa by Monsur Kitchen
557
558                                        <small>1 Sep 2026</small>
559
560                                    </p>
561                                    <p>
562                                        Taste of Africa by Monsur Kitchen is shaking up the local food scene as the latest feature in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight series!
563                                    </p>
564                                    <span>
565                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-taste-of-africa-by-monsur-kitchen/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
566                                    </span>
567                                </div>
568                            </div>
569                        </div>
570                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
571                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
572                                <img src="/media/daenvirf/wakefield-first-business-news-pub.jpg" alt="Pontefract village pub set to reopen after six-month closure and revamp">
573                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
574                                    <p>
575                                        Pontefract village pub set to reopen after six-month closure and revamp
576
577                                        <small>27 Aug 2026</small>
578
579                                    </p>
580                                    <p>
581                                        A Pontefract pub is set for to reopen after a &#xA3;270,000 revamp.
582                                    </p>
583                                    <span>
584                                        <a href="/news/pontefract-village-pub-set-to-reopen-after-six-month-closure-and-revamp/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
585                                    </span>
586                                </div>
587                            </div>
588                        </div>
589                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
590                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
591                                <img src="/media/dizh4jyp/wakefield-first-business-news-general-5.jpg" alt="Enchanted Village coming to Pontefract town centre">
592                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
593                                    <p>
594                                        Enchanted Village coming to Pontefract town centre
595
596                                        <small>27 Aug 2026</small>
597
598                                    </p>
599                                    <p>
600                                        Two Pontefract mums who became friends while working as Pinderfields Hospital nurses are set to open a new children&#x27;s role play village.
601                                    </p>
602                                    <span>
603                                        <a href="/news/enchanted-village-coming-to-pontefract-town-centre/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
604                                    </span>
605                                </div>
606                            </div>
607                        </div>
608                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
609                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
610                                <img src="/media/n0yny20q/wakefield-first-business-news-general-4.jpg" alt="Lidl say Dewsbury Road store plan a &#x27;significant investment&#x27; in Wakefield">
611                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
612                                    <p>
613                                        Lidl say Dewsbury Road store plan a &#x27;significant investment&#x27; in Wakefield
614
615                                        <small>27 Aug 2026</small>
616
617                                    </p>
618                                    <p>
619                                        Supermarket giant Lidl say the company&#x27;s plan to build a new store and mixed used development on land off Dewsbury Road would mean a significant investment in Wakefield.
620                                    </p>
621                                    <span>
622                                        <a href="/news/lidl-say-dewsbury-road-store-plan-a-significant-investment-in-wakefield/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
623                                    </span>
624                                </div>
625                            </div>
626                        </div>
627                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
628                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
629                                <img src="/media/bajhzosb/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality.jpg" alt="New independent cafe with dedicated kids&#x2019; menu to open at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds">
630                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
631                                    <p>
632                                        New independent cafe with dedicated kids&#x2019; menu to open at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds
633
634                                        <small>25 Aug 2026</small>
635
636                                    </p>
637                                    <p>
638                                        A family-run independent cafe and dining spot will open its doors in Castleford next week.
639                                    </p>
640                                    <span>
641                                        <a href="/news/new-independent-cafe-with-dedicated-kids-menu-to-open-at-frasers-plus-designer-outlet-leeds/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
642                                    </span>
643                                </div>
644                            </div>
645                        </div>
646                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
647                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
648                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="Service restored as The Common Post Office reopens under new management">
649                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
650                                    <p>
651                                        Service restored as The Common Post Office reopens under new management
652
653                                        <small>25 Aug 2026</small>
654
655                                    </p>
656                                    <p>
657                                        The Common Post Office in South Kirkby has reopened under new management, three years after its closure.
658                                    </p>
659                                    <span>
660                                        <a href="/news/service-restored-as-the-common-post-office-reopens-under-new-management/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
661                                    </span>
662                                </div>
663                            </div>
664                        </div>
665                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
666                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
667                                <img src="/media/1q1l1pu2/wakefield-first-business-news-general-2.jpg" alt="New Ossett mural celebrates town&#x2019;s heritage after earlier design was withdrawn">
668                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
669                                    <p>
670                                        New Ossett mural celebrates town&#x2019;s heritage after earlier design was withdrawn
671
672                                        <small>25 Aug 2026</small>
673
674                                    </p>
675                                    <p>
676                                        A new mural celebrating Ossett&#x2019;s heritage, landmarks and community has been unveiled on the side of a long-standing local business opposite the town hall.
677                                    </p>
678                                    <span>
679                                        <a href="/news/new-ossett-mural-celebrates-town-s-heritage-after-earlier-design-was-withdrawn/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
680                                    </span>
681                                </div>
682                            </div>
683                        </div>
684                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
685                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
686                                <img src="/media/qfvctlsi/wakefield-first-business-news-markets-2.jpg" alt="Two new Aldi stores coming to Wakefield">
687                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
688                                    <p>
689                                        Two new Aldi stores coming to Wakefield
690
691                                        <small>25 Aug 2026</small>
692
693                                    </p>
694                                    <p>
695                                        Aldi will start building two new stores in Wakefield later this year.
696                                    </p>
697                                    <span>
698                                        <a href="/news/two-new-aldi-stores-coming-to-wakefield/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
699                                    </span>
700                                </div>
701                            </div>
702                        </div>
703                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
704                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
705                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="Listed property to become multi-use venue with restoration&#x2019;s first stage complete">
706                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
707                                    <p>
708                                        Listed property to become multi-use venue with restoration&#x2019;s first stage complete
709
710                                        <small>25 Aug 2026</small>
711
712                                    </p>
713                                    <p>
714                                        Work is under way to breathe new life into Wakefield&#x2019;s Old Crown Court building.
715                                    </p>
716                                    <span>
717                                        <a href="/news/listed-property-to-become-multi-use-venue-with-restoration-s-first-stage-complete/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
718                                    </span>
719                                </div>
720                            </div>
721                        </div>
722                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
723                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
724                                <img src="/media/xmipi3y5/wakefield-first-business-news-construction.jpg" alt="Consent secured for more than 100 homes on land allocated for development">
725                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
726                                    <p>
727                                        Consent secured for more than 100 homes on land allocated for development
728
729                                        <small>25 Aug 2026</small>
730
731                                    </p>
732                                    <p>
733                                        Plans for more than 100 homes in Wakefield have been given the green light.
734                                    </p>
735                                    <span>
736                                        <a href="/news/consent-secured-for-more-than-100-homes-on-land-allocated-for-development/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
737                                    </span>
738                                </div>
739                            </div>
740                        </div>
741                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
742                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
743                                <img src="/media/325li2wr/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality-2.jpg" alt="Popeyes to open first Castleford restaurant">
744                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
745                                    <p>
746                                        Popeyes to open first Castleford restaurant
747
748                                        <small>18 Aug 2026</small>
749
750                                    </p>
751                                    <p>
752                                        Popeyes is set to open a new restaurant in Castleford next week and create 40 jobs in the town.
753                                    </p>
754                                    <span>
755                                        <a href="/news/popeyes-to-open-first-castleford-restaurant/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
756                                    </span>
757                                </div>
758                            </div>
759                        </div>
760                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
761                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
762                                <img src="/media/lntnrxld/wbs-hedderick-photography.jpg" alt="Wakefield Business Spotlight: Hedderick Photography">
763                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
764                                    <p>
765                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight: Hedderick Photography
766
767                                        <small>17 Aug 2026</small>
768
769                                    </p>
770                                    <p>
771                                        Hedderick Photography is the newest business featured in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight series!
772                                    </p>
773                                    <span>
774                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-hedderick-photography/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
775                                    </span>
776                                </div>
777                            </div>
778                        </div>
779                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
780                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
781                                <img src="/media/bajhzosb/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality.jpg" alt="New noodle bar opens at Wakefield&#x27;s Trinity Walk">
782                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
783                                    <p>
784                                        New noodle bar opens at Wakefield&#x27;s Trinity Walk
785
786                                        <small>17 Aug 2026</small>
787
788                                    </p>
789                                    <p>
790                                        A new noodle bar has opened its doors at Trinity Walk in Wakefield city centre.
791                                    </p>
792                                    <span>
793                                        <a href="/news/new-noodle-bar-opens-at-wakefields-trinity-walk/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
794                                    </span>
795                                </div>
796                            </div>
797                        </div>
798                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
799                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
800                                <img src="/media/esshjnh4/wakefield-first-business-news-charity.jpg" alt="Wakefield-based homebuilder donates life-saving defibrillator to Altofts venue">
801                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
802                                    <p>
803                                        Wakefield-based homebuilder donates life-saving defibrillator to Altofts venue
804
805                                        <small>17 Aug 2026</small>
806
807                                    </p>
808                                    <p>
809                                        Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire has donated a public access defibrillator (PAD) to a charity-run community venue in Altofts.
810                                    </p>
811                                    <span>
812                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-based-homebuilder-donates-life-saving-defibrillator-to-altofts-venue/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
813                                    </span>
814                                </div>
815                            </div>
816                        </div>
817                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
818                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
819                                <img src="/media/inxdbfvk/wakefield-first-business-news-construction-2.jpg" alt="Four new flats approved for Featherstone site">
820                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
821                                    <p>
822                                        Four new flats approved for Featherstone site
823
824                                        <small>17 Aug 2026</small>
825
826                                    </p>
827                                    <p>
828                                        A long-vacant site in Featherstone is set to be changed into four new flats after Wakefield Council approved plans for its redevelopment.
829                                    </p>
830                                    <span>
831                                        <a href="/news/four-new-flats-approved-for-featherstone-site/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
832                                    </span>
833                                </div>
834                            </div>
835                        </div>
836                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
837                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
838                                <img src="/media/daenvirf/wakefield-first-business-news-pub.jpg" alt="Wakefield pub to pour more than 50 different ales at beer festival">
839                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
840                                    <p>
841                                        Wakefield pub to pour more than 50 different ales at beer festival
842
843                                        <small>17 Aug 2026</small>
844
845                                    </p>
846                                    <p>
847                                        More than 50 ales from more than 20 breweries will be available at a Wakefield pub next month.
848                                    </p>
849                                    <span>
850                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-pub-to-pour-more-than-50-different-ales-at-beer-festival/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
851                                    </span>
852                                </div>
853                            </div>
854                        </div>
855                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
856                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
857                                <img src="/media/dizh4jyp/wakefield-first-business-news-general-5.jpg" alt="Strategic regeneration partner appointed to revitalise Castleford">
858                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
859                                    <p>
860                                        Strategic regeneration partner appointed to revitalise Castleford
861
862                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
863
864                                    </p>
865                                    <p>
866                                        Property developer Muse has been appointed by Wakefield Council as its Strategic Regeneration Partner (SRP) for Castleford.
867                                    </p>
868                                    <span>
869                                        <a href="/news/strategic-regeneration-partner-appointed-to-revitalise-castleford/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
870                                    </span>
871                                </div>
872                            </div>
873                        </div>
874                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
875                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
876                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="Coca-Cola&#x2019;s new look has a distinctly West Yorkshire connection">
877                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
878                                    <p>
879                                        Coca-Cola&#x2019;s new look has a distinctly West Yorkshire connection
880
881                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
882
883                                    </p>
884                                    <p>
885                                        Coca-Cola is undergoing a rebrand &#x2013; and the iconic drink behind the global brand is made right here in Wakefield.
886                                    </p>
887                                    <span>
888                                        <a href="/news/coca-cola-s-new-look-has-a-distinctly-west-yorkshire-connection/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
889                                    </span>
890                                </div>
891                            </div>
892                        </div>
893                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
894                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
895                                <img src="/media/esshjnh4/wakefield-first-business-news-charity.jpg" alt="Prince of Wales Hospice Golf Day raise
895s over &#xA3;11k as event date confirmed for 2027">
896                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
897                                    <p>
898                                        Prince of Wales Hospice Golf Day raises over &#xA3;11k as event date confirmed for 2027
899
900                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
901
902                                    </p>
903                                    <p>
904                                        The Prince of Wales Hospice&#x2019;s annual Golf Open raised an impressive &#xA3;11,600, as businesses from across the region came together to support local hospice care.
905                                    </p>
906                                    <span>
907                                        <a href="/news/prince-of-wales-hospice-golf-day-raises-over-11k-as-event-date-confirmed-for-2027/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
908                                    </span>
909                                </div>
910                            </div>
911                        </div>
912                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
913                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
914                                <img src="/media/1q1l1pu2/wakefield-first-business-news-general-2.jpg" alt="Fract coffee shop and Fract Pilates are winning team on Ropergate, Pontefract">
915                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
916                                    <p>
917                                        Fract coffee shop and Fract Pilates are winning team on Ropergate, Pontefract
918
919                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
920
921                                    </p>
922                                    <p>
923                                        A new coffee shop and eatery in Pontefract gives customers the chance to get in shape before breakfast.
924                                    </p>
925                                    <span>
926                                        <a href="/news/fract-coffee-shop-and-fract-pilates-are-winning-team-on-ropergate-pontefract/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
927                                    </span>
928                                </div>
929                            </div>
930                        </div>
931                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
932                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
933                                <img src="/media/sjuhtu2l/wakefield-first-business-news-awards.jpg" alt="Pontefract market trader wins award">
934                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
935                                    <p>
936                                        Pontefract market trader wins award
937
938                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
939
940                                    </p>
941                                    <p>
942                                        Pontefract Market trader George Pugh has won a prestigious award.
943                                    </p>
944                                    <span>
945                                        <a href="/news/pontefract-market-trader-wins-award/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
946                                    </span>
947                                </div>
948                            </div>
949                        </div>
950                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
951                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
952                                <img src="/media/daenvirf/wakefield-first-business-news-pub.jpg" alt="Liquorice Bush pub in Pontefract open after refurbishment">
953                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
954                                    <p>
955                                        Liquorice Bush pub in Pontefract open after refurbishment
956
957                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
958
959                                    </p>
960                                    <p>
961                                        A historic Pontefract town centre pub closed for more than a year has been reopened after a refurbishment.
962                                    </p>
963                                    <span>
964                                        <a href="/news/liquorice-bush-pub-in-pontefract-open-after-refurbishment/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
965                                    </span>
966                                </div>
967                            </div>
968                        </div>
969                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
970                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
971                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="New lease of life for old Barclays Bank in Pontefract">
972                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
973                                    <p>
974                                        New lease of life for old Barclays Bank in Pontefract
975
976                                        <small>10 Aug 2026</small>
977
978                                    </p>
979                                    <p>
980                                        Property developer Jodie Maskill has given the historic old Barclays Bank building in Pontefract town centre a new lease of life.
981                                    </p>
982                                    <span>
983                                        <a href="/news/new-lease-of-life-for-old-barclays-bank-in-pontefract/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
984                                    </span>
985                                </div>
986                            </div>
987                        </div>
988                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
989                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
990                                <img src="/media/jg5pcycf/camille-1.jpeg" alt="From 32 Local Women to a National Fashion Community: Clobber Swap Launches Dedicated Website">
991                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
992                                    <p>
993                                        From 32 Local Women to a National Fashion Community: Clobber Swap Launches Dedicated Website
994
995                                        <small>6 Aug 2026</small>
996
997                                    </p>
998                                    <p>
999                                        The founder who built a national swap, buy and sell community from a village Facebook group is launching a dedicated website as major platforms move away from swapping.
1000                                    </p>
1001                                    <span>
1002                                        <a href="/news/from-32-local-women-to-a-national-fashion-community-clobber-swap-launches-dedicated-website/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1003                                    </span>
1004                                </div>
1005                            </div>
1006                        </div>
1007                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1008                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1009                                <img src="/media/u5ohwtum/wakefield-first-business-news-tech-and-digital.jpg" alt="Video games developer forecasts full year revenues of more than &#xA3;175m">
1010                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1011                                    <p>
1012                                        Video games developer forecasts full year revenues of more than &#xA3;175m
1013
1014                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1015
1016                                    </p>
1017                                    <p>
1018                                        Wakefield based video games developer, everplay group, expects full year results to be in line with market expectations of &#xA3;175.3m in revenues.
1019                                    </p>
1020                                    <span>
1021                                        <a href="/news/video-games-developer-forecasts-full-year-revenues-of-more-than-175m/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1022                                    </span>
1023                                </div>
1024                            </div>
1025                        </div>
1026                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1027                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1028                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="Little Terrace: Children&#x27;s role village to open on Northgate in Wakefield city centre">
1029                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1030                                    <p>
1031                                        Little Terrace: Children&#x27;s role village to open on Northgate in Wakefield city centre
1032
1033                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1034
1035                                    </p>
1036                                    <p>
1037                                        A mum is set to open a new play village for children in Wakefield city centre.
1038                                    </p>
1039                                    <span>
1040                                        <a href="/news/little-terrace-childrens-role-village-to-open-on-northgate-in-wakefield-city-centre/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1041                                    </span>
1042                                </div>
1043                            </div>
1044                        </div>
1045                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1046                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1047                                <img src="/media/1q1l1pu2/wakefield-first-business-news-general-2.jpg" alt="Wakefield Council licensing: Proposal to extend permit at Yorkshire Scare Grounds">
1048                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1049                                    <p>
1050                                        Wakefield Council licensing: Proposal to extend permit at Yorkshire Scare Grounds
1051
1052                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1053
1054                                    </p>
1055                                    <p>
1056                                        Proposals to extend the premises licence at the Yorkshire Scare Grounds attraction in Wakefield have been submitted.
1057                                    </p>
1058                                    <span>
1059                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-council-licensing-proposal-to-extend-permit-at-yorkshire-scare-grounds/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1060                                    </span>
1061                                </div>
1062                            </div>
1063                        </div>
1064                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1065                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1066                                <img src="/media/xilh0lvd/wakefield-first-business-news-shops.jpg" alt="New independent cards, gifts and homewares shop in Pontefract">
1067                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1068                                    <p>
1069                                        New independent cards, gifts and homewares shop in Pontefract
1070
1071                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1072
1073                                    </p>
1074                                    <p>
1075                                        Former newsagent James Dransfield has launched a new independent cards, gifts and homewares shop in Pontefract.
1076                                    </p>
1077                                    <span>
1078                                        <a href="/news/new-independent-cards-gifts-and-homewares-shop-in-pontefract/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1079                                    </span>
1080                                </div>
1081                            </div>
1082                        </div>
1083                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1084                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1085                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="West Yorkshire set to get more control over its own money under major devolution shake-up">
1086                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1087                                    <p>
1088                                        West Yorkshire set to get more control over its own money under major devolution shake-up
1089
1090                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1091
1092                                    </p>
1093                                    <p>
1094                                        A share of the income tax raised in West Yorkshire could stay in the region under major new Government plans to give local leaders greater control over funding decisions.
1095                                    </p>
1096                                    <span>
1097                                        <a href="/news/west-yorkshire-set-to-get-more-control-over-its-own-money-under-major-devolution-shake-up/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1098                                    </span>
1099                                </div>
1100                            </div>
1101                        </div>
1102                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1103                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1104                                <img src="/media/sjuhtu2l/wakefield-first-business-news-awards.jpg" alt="Wakefield expert shortlisted for national cyber award">
1105                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1106                                    <p>
1107                                        Wakefield expert shortlisted for national cyber award
1108
1109                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1110
1111                                    </p>
1112                                    <p>
1113                                        A Wakefield expert specialising in the impact of online harm on children has been shortlisted for a national cybersecurity award.
1114                                    </p>
1115                                    <span>
1116                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-expert-shortlisted-for-national-cyber-award/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1117                                    </span>
1118                                </div>
1119                            </div>
1120                        </div>
1121                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1122                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1123                                <img src="/media/u3bah1kn/wbs-connect-women-in-biz.jpg" alt="Wakefield Business Spotlight: Connect Women in Biz">
1124                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1125                                    <p>
1126                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight: Connect Women in Biz
1127
1128                                        <small>3 Aug 2026</small>
1129
1130                                    </p>
1131                                    <p>
1132                                        Connect Women in Biz is next up in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight series.
1133                                    </p>
1134                                    <span>
1135                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-connect-women-in-biz/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1136                                    </span>
1137                                </div>
1138                            </div>
1139                        </div>
1140                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1141                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1142                                <img src="/media/bxdhgb15/poonam-kaur-with-directors-lesley-gordon-fd-thom-macleaod-md-and-paul-cowie-ops-director.jpg" alt="fds Advises Leading Scottish Highlands Construction and  Building Services Group on Transition to Employee Ownership ">
1143                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1144                                    <p>
1145                                        fds Advises Leading Scottish Highlands Construction and  Building Services Group on Transition to Employee Ownership 
1146
1147                                        <small>30 Jul 2026</small>
1148
1149                                    </p>
1150                                    <p>
1151                                        fds has successfully supported Compass Building and Construction Services Limited and Orbis Services Limited through a major milestone in their succession strategy.
1152                                    </p>
1153                                    <span>
1154                                        <a href="/news/fds-advises-leading-scottish-highlands-construction-and-building-services-group-on-transition-to-employee-ownership/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1155                                    </span>
1156                                </div>
1157                            </div>
1158                        </div>
1159                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1160                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1161                                <img src="/media/4yrnlozw/wakefield-first-business-news-manufacturing-and-logistics-2.jpg" alt="Manufacturer scales up with six-figure equipment investment">
1162                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1163                                    <p>
1164                                        Manufacturer scales up with six-figure equipment investment
1165
1166                                        <small>27 Jul 2026</small>
1167
1168                                    </p>
1169                                    <p>
1170                                        Group Rhodes, a Wakefield-based manufacturer of heavy industrial presses and forming equipment, has revealed a &#xA3;400,000 investment in new plant and facilities.
1171                                    </p>
1172                                    <span>
1173                                        <a href="/news/manufacturer-scales-up-with-six-figure-equipment-investment/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1174                                    </span>
1175                                </div>
1176                            </div>
1177                        </div>
1178                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1179                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1180                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="Wakefield&#x27;s first entirely gluten-free bakery opens in city centre">
1181                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1182                                    <p>
1183                                        Wakefield&#x27;s first entirely gluten-free bakery opens in city centre
1184
1185                                        <small>27 Jul 2026</small>
1186
1187                                    </p>
1188                                    <p>
1189                                        A brand new bakery offering gluten-free treats has opened up in the city centre.
1190                                    </p>
1191                                    <span>
1192                                        <a href="/news/wakefields-first-entirely-gluten-free-bakery-opens-in-city-centre/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1193                                    </span>
1194                                </div>
1195                            </div>
1196                        </div>
1197                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1198                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1199                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="Wakefield school friends target growth as demand for renewable energy rises">
1200                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1201                                    <p>
1202                                        Wakefield school friends target growth as demand for renewable energy rises
1203
1204                                        <small>27 Jul 2026</small>
1205
1206                                    </p>
1207                                    <p>
1208                                        Two Wakefield school friends behind a renewable energy firm are planning further growth as interest in solar technology increases.
1209                                    </p>
1210                                    <span>
1211                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-school-friends-target-growth-as-demand-for-renewable-energy-rises/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1212                                    </span>
1213                                </div>
1214                            </div>
1215                        </div>
1216                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1217                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1218                                <img src="/media/xmipi3y5/wakefield-first-business-news-construction.jpg" alt="New industrial estate could create almost 1,000 jobs">
1219                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1220                                    <p>
1221                                        New industrial estate could create almost 1,000 jobs
1222
1223                                        <small>21 Jul 2026</small>
1224
1225                                    </p>
1226                                    <p>
1227                                        Plans have been approved to build a new industrial estate in Normanton that could create almost 1,000 jobs.
1228                                    </p>
1229                                    <span>
1230                                        <a href="/news/new-industrial-estate-could-create-almost-1-000-jobs/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1231                                    </span>
1232                                </div>
1233                            </div>
1234                        </div>
1235                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1236                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1237                                <img src="/media/1q1l1pu2/wakefield-first-business-news-general-2.jpg" alt="Key appointment to drive forward multi-million pound town revitalisation">
1238                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1239                                    <p>
1240                                        Key appointment to drive forward multi-million pound town revitalisation
1241
1242                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1243
1244                                    </p>
1245                                    <p>
1246                                        Plans to improve Castleford and unlock its full economic and housing growth potential are set to take a step forward.
1247                                    </p>
1248                                    <span>
1249                                        <a href="/news/key-appointment-to-drive-forward-multi-million-pound-town-revitalisation/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1250                                    </span>
1251                                </div>
1252                            </div>
1253                        </div>
1254                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1255                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1256                                <img src="/media/xilh0lvd/wakefield-first-business-news-shops.jpg" alt="British lifestyle brand White Stuff officially opens at Castleford shopping outlet">
1257                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1258                                    <p>
1259                                        British lifestyle brand White Stuff officially opens at Castleford shopping outlet
1260
1261                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1262
1263                                    </p>
1264                                    <p>
1265                                        Shoppers looking to refresh their wardrobe are in for a treat as British lifestyle brand White Stuff has officially opened at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds.
1266                                    </p>
1267                                    <span>
1268                                        <a href="/news/british-lifestyle-brand-white-stuff-officially-opens-at-castleford-shopping-outlet/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1269                                    </span>
1270                                </div>
1271                            </div>
1272                        </div>
1273                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1274                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1275                                <img src="/media/daenvirf/wakefield-first-business-news-pub.jpg" alt="Pontefract pub completes &#xA3;165,000 refurbishment">
1276                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1277                                    <p>
1278                                        Pontefract pub completes &#xA3;165,000 refurbishment
1279
1280                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1281
1282                                    </p>
1283                                    <p>
1284                                        A Pontefract pub has completed a &#xA3;165,000 refurbishment aimed at creating an improved space for customers while retaining its traditional character.
1285                                    </p>
1286                                    <span>
1287                                        <a href="/news/pontefract-pub-completes-165-000-refurbishment/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1288                                    </span>
1289                                </div>
1290                            </div>
1291                        </div>
1292                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1293                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1294                                <img src="/media/325li2wr/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality-2.jpg" alt="Burger King reopens Wakefield restaurant">
1295                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1296                                    <p>
1297                                        Burger King reopens Wakefield restaurant
1298
1299                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1300
1301                                    </p>
1302                                    <p>
1303                                        It&#x27;s a great day for burger fans in Wakefield.
1304                                    </p>
1305                                    <span>
1306                                        <a href="/news/burger-king-reopens-wakefield-restaurant/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1307                                    </span>
1308                                </div>
1309                            </div>
1310                        </div>
1311                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1312                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1313                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="New bar and tattoo studio to open in historic Bull Ring building">
1314                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1315                                    <p>
1316                                        New bar and tattoo studio to open in historic Bull Ring building
1317
1318                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1319
1320                                    </p>
1321                                    <p>
1322                                        Plans to open a new bar and tattoo studio in Wakefield city centre have been approved.
1323                                    </p>
1324                                    <span>
1325                                        <a href="/news/new-bar-and-tattoo-studio-to-open-in-historic-bull-ring-building/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1326                                    </span>
1327                                </div>
1328                            </div>
1329                        </div>
1330                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1331                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1332                                <img src="/media/1qbnbqmi/wbs-age-uk-wakefield-district-v2.jpg" alt="Wakefield Business Spotlight: Age UK Wakefield District">
1333                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1334                                    <p>
1335                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight: Age UK Wakefield District
1336
1337                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1338
1339                                    </p>
1340                                    <p>
1341                                        Age UK Wakefield District is next up in our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight series!
1342                                    </p>
1343                                    <span>
1344                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-age-uk-wakefield-district/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1345                                    </span>
1346                                </div>
1347                            </div>
1348                        </div>
1349                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1350                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1351                                <img src="/media/dizh4jyp/wakefield-first-business-news-general-5.jpg" alt="Wakefield Tenpin holds The Golden Pin Scavenger Hunt">
1352                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1353                                    <p>
1354                                        Wakefield Tenpin holds The Golden Pin Scavenger Hunt
1355
1356                                        <small>20 Jul 2026</small>
1357
1358                                    </p>
1359                                    <p>
1360                                        Tenpin is inviting families to take part in a summer adventure at Trinity Walk Shopping Centre with the launch of The Golden Pin Scavenger Hunt.
1361                                    </p>
1362                                    <span>
1363                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-tenpin-holds-the-golden-pin-scavenger-hunt/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1364                                    </span>
1365                                </div>
1366                            </div>
1367                        </div>
1368                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1369                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1370                                <img src="/media/ixpbmkga/wakefield-first-business-news-shops-2.jpg" alt="Bodycare to return to high street with 17 stores &#x2013; including Wakefield&#x27;s Trinity Walk">
1371                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1372                                    <p>
1373                                        Bodycare to return to high street with 17 stores &#x2013; including Wakefield&#x27;s Trinity Walk
1374
1375                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1376
1377                                    </p>
1378                                    <p>
1379                                        Health and beauty brand Bodycare has announced it will be opening 17 new stores, including one at Trinity Walk in Wakefield.
1380                                    </p>
1381                                    <span>
1382                                        <a href="/news/bodycare-to-return-to-high-street-with-17-stores-including-wakefields-trinity-walk/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1383                                    </span>
1384                                </div>
1385                            </div>
1386                        </div>
1387                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1388                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1389                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="&#x27;Better, brighter and busier&#x27;
1389: Wakefield Council announce summer of action to smarten up city centre">
1390                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1391                                    <p>
1392                                        &#x27;Better, brighter and busier&#x27;: Wakefield Council announce summer of action to smarten up city centre
1393
1394                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1395
1396                                    </p>
1397                                    <p>
1398                                        Action is being taken to make our city centre a &#x2018;safer and smarter&#x2019; place for all throughout the summer.
1399                                    </p>
1400                                    <span>
1401                                        <a href="/news/better-brighter-and-busier-wakefield-council-announce-summer-of-action-to-smarten-up-city-centre/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1402                                    </span>
1403                                </div>
1404                            </div>
1405                        </div>
1406                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1407                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1408                                <img src="/media/bajhzosb/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality.jpg" alt="New noodle bar to open in Wakefield city centre">
1409                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1410                                    <p>
1411                                        New noodle bar to open in Wakefield city centre
1412
1413                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1414
1415                                    </p>
1416                                    <p>
1417                                        A new restaurant is due to open at Trinity Walk.
1418                                    </p>
1419                                    <span>
1420                                        <a href="/news/new-noodle-bar-to-open-in-wakefield-city-centre/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1421                                    </span>
1422                                </div>
1423                            </div>
1424                        </div>
1425                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1426                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1427                                <img src="/media/yk2nx0lz/wakefield-first-business-news-general-3.jpg" alt="Plans submitted for new petrol station and store in Pontefract">
1428                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1429                                    <p>
1430                                        Plans submitted for new petrol station and store in Pontefract
1431
1432                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1433
1434                                    </p>
1435                                    <p>
1436                                        Plans have been submitted for a new a service station close to Pontefract town centre.
1437                                    </p>
1438                                    <span>
1439                                        <a href="/news/plans-submitted-for-new-petrol-station-and-store-in-pontefract/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1440                                    </span>
1441                                </div>
1442                            </div>
1443                        </div>
1444                        <div class="col-lg-4 col-md-6 mb-5 d-none">
1445                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1446                                <img src="/media/qfvctlsi/wakefield-first-business-news-markets-2.jpg" alt="Aldi submits plans for new store in Ossett">
1447                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1448                                    <p>
1449                                        Aldi submits plans for new store in Ossett
1450
1451                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1452
1453                                    </p>
1454                                    <p>
1455                                        Aldi has submitted plans for a new supermarket in Ossett
1456                                    </p>
1457                                    <span>
1458                                        <a href="/news/aldi-submits-plans-for-new-store-in-ossett/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1459                                    </span>
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1464                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1465                                <img src="/media/xilh0lvd/wakefield-first-business-news-shops.jpg" alt="Iconic motorcycle jacket brand opens new store in Castleford shopping outlet">
1466                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1467                                    <p>
1468                                        Iconic motorcycle jacket brand opens new store in Castleford shopping outlet
1469
1470                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1471
1472                                    </p>
1473                                    <p>
1474                                        Belstaff has opened a brand-new outlet store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds (formerly Junction 32).
1475                                    </p>
1476                                    <span>
1477                                        <a href="/news/iconic-motorcycle-jacket-brand-opens-new-store-in-castleford-shopping-outlet/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1478                                    </span>
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1483                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1484                                <img src="/media/4yrnlozw/wakefield-first-business-news-manufacturing-and-logistics-2.jpg" alt="Wakefield factory&#x2019;s &#xA3;42m green upgrade revealed">
1485                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1486                                    <p>
1487                                        Wakefield factory&#x2019;s &#xA3;42m green upgrade revealed
1488
1489                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1490
1491                                    </p>
1492                                    <p>
1493                                        Wakefield&#x2019;s Coca Cola factory is cutting emissions with a &#xA3;42m investment in greener technology.
1494                                    </p>
1495                                    <span>
1496                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-factory-s-42m-green-upgrade-revealed/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1497                                    </span>
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1503                                <img src="/media/inxdbfvk/wakefield-first-business-news-construction-2.jpg" alt="Contractor boosts public sector presence with appointment to &#xA3;1.5bn framework">
1504                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1505                                    <p>
1506                                        Contractor boosts public sector presence with appointment to &#xA3;1.5bn framework
1507
1508                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1509
1510                                    </p>
1511                                    <p>
1512                                        Wakefield-headquartered Caddick Construction has been appointed to the latest round of YORBuild&#x2019;s procurement framework for projects valued between &#xA3;10m and &#xA3;30m.
1513                                    </p>
1514                                    <span>
1515                                        <a href="/news/contractor-boosts-public-sector-presence-with-appointment-to-15bn-framework/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1516                                    </span>
1517                                </div>
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1521                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1522                                <img src="/media/1q1l1pu2/wakefield-first-business-news-general-2.jpg" alt="District&#x2019;s visitor spending climbs as overnight stays rise">
1523                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1524                                    <p>
1525                                        District&#x2019;s visitor spending climbs as overnight stays rise
1526
1527                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1528
1529                                    </p>
1530                                    <p>
1531                                        Visitors to the Wakefield district in 2025 helped contribute &#xA3;
1531889.4m to the local economy, an increase of 4.5 per cent on the previous year.
1532                                    </p>
1533                                    <span>
1534                                        <a href="/news/district-s-visitor-spending-climbs-as-overnight-stays-rise/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1535                                    </span>
1536                                </div>
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1540                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1541                                <img src="/media/niintgnv/nta-tta-award-winner-2026-both.jpg" alt="M2r Education named 2026 Professional Services to the Tuition Sector winner at the National Tutoring Awards 2026">
1542                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1543                                    <p>
1544                                        M2r Education named 2026 Professional Services to the Tuition Sector winner at the National Tutoring Awards 2026
1545
1546                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1547
1548                                    </p>
1549                                    <p>
1550                                        m2r Education based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire has been named Professional Services to the Tuition Sector  winner at the National Tutoring Awards 2026.
1551                                    </p>
1552                                    <span>
1553                                        <a href="/news/m2r-education-named-2026-professional-services-to-the-tuition-sector-winner-at-the-national-tutoring-awards-2026/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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1559                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1560                                <img src="/media/w5chq3dl/screenshot-2026-07-14-132314.jpg" alt="Support your local Spinal Injuries Centre">
1561                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1562                                    <p>
1563                                        Support your local Spinal Injuries Centre
1564
1565                                        <small>14 Jul 2026</small>
1566
1567                                    </p>
1568                                    <p>
1569                                        MY Hospitals Charity has partnered with Horatio&#x2019;s Garden to deliver meaningful change for their spinal injuries patients and their families.
1570                                    </p>
1571                                    <span>
1572                                        <a href="/news/support-your-local-spinal-injuries-centre/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1573                                    </span>
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1578                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1579                                <img src="/media/325li2wr/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality-2.jpg" alt="Gordon Ramsay lookalike opens new Domino&#x27;s Pizza store in Normanton">
1580                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1581                                    <p>
1582                                        Gordon Ramsay lookalike opens new Domino&#x27;s Pizza store in Normanton
1583
1584                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1585
1586                                    </p>
1587                                    <p>
1588                                        Domino&#x2019;s Pizza has officially opened a new store in Normanton.
1589                                    </p>
1590                                    <span>
1591                                        <a href="/news/gordon-ramsay-lookalike-opens-new-dominos-pizza-store-in-normanton/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1592                                    </span>
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1597                            <div class="news-item h-100 d-flex flex-column shadow">
1598                                <img src="/media/bajhzosb/wakefield-first-business-news-hospitality.jpg" alt="Wakefield fish and chip shop celebrates after being named best chippy in Yorkshire and Humber">
1599                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1600                                    <p>
1601                                        Wakefield fish and chip shop celebrates after being named best chippy in Yorkshire and Humber
1602
1603                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1604
1605                                    </p>
1606                                    <p>
1607                                        A much-loved Wakefield chippy has been named the Best Fish and Chips in Yorkshire and Humber.
1608                                    </p>
1609                                    <span>
1610                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-fish-and-chip-shop-celebrates-after-being-named-best-chippy-in-yorkshire-and-humber/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1611                                    </span>
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1617                                <img src="/media/xilh0lvd/wakefield-first-business-news-shops.jpg" alt="New Budgens and Cream Hut store opens in South Elmsall">
1618                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1619                                    <p>
1620                                        New Budgens and Cream Hut store opens in South Elmsall
1621
1622                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1623
1624                                    </p>
1625                                    <p>
1626                                        A new Budgens convenience store and Cream Hut dessert outlet has opened in South Elmsall.
1627                                    </p>
1628                                    <span>
1629                                        <a href="/news/new-budgens-and-cream-hut-store-opens-in-south-elmsall/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1630                                    </span>
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1636                                <img src="/media/esshjnh4/wakefield-first-business-news-charity.jpg" alt="&#x27;A heartfelt thank you&#x27;: The Prince of Wales Hospice runners raise over &#xA3;20,000 at Pontefract 10K">
1637                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1638                                    <p>
1639                                        &#x27;A heartfelt thank you&#x27;: The Prince of Wales Hospice runners raise over &#xA3;20,000 at Pontefract 10K
1640
1641                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1642
1643                                    </p>
1644                                    <p>
1645                                        A total of 148 dedicated supporters took on the Pontefract 10K as part of The Prince of Wales Hospice team, raising an incredible &#xA3;20,139 for the hospice.
1646                                    </p>
1647                                    <span>
1648                                        <a href="/news/a-heartfelt
1648-thank-you-the-prince-of-wales-hospice-runners-raise-over-20-000-at-pontefract-10k/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1649                                    </span>
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1655                                <img src="/media/dizh4jyp/wakefield-first-business-news-general-5.jpg" alt="Wakefield&#x27;s Blacker Hall Farm announces Yorkshire Day Festival 2026">
1656                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1657                                    <p>
1658                                        Wakefield&#x27;s Blacker Hall Farm announces Yorkshire Day Festival 2026
1659
1660                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1661
1662                                    </p>
1663                                    <p>
1664                                        Blacker Hall Farm&#x2019;s Yorkshire Day Festival will return next month.
1665                                    </p>
1666                                    <span>
1667                                        <a href="/news/wakefields-blacker-hall-farm-announces-yorkshire-day-festival-2026/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1668                                    </span>
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1674                                <img src="/media/vxrfyv5m/wakefield-first-business-news-general.jpg" alt="Revenues surpass &#xA3;220m at vehicle retailer despite cost pressures">
1675                                <div class="h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-between">
1676                                    <p>
1677                                        Revenues surpass &#xA3;220m at vehicle retailer despite cost pressures
1678
1679                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1680
1681                                    </p>
1682                                    <p>
1683                                        Motor vehicle seller, Cars 2 Ltd, has hailed strong revenues in the face of inflation and uncertainty, as it releases its results for the year ended 31 December 2025.
1684                                    </p>
1685                                    <span>
1686                                        <a href="/news/revenues-surpass-220m-at-vehicle-retailer-despite-cost-pressures/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
1687                                    </span>
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1693                                <img src="/media/gvvj11x3/wbs-collab.jpg" alt="Wakefield Business Spotlight: Collab Commercial Interiors">
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1695                                    <p>
1696                                        Wakefield Business Spotlight: Collab Commercial Interiors
1697
1698                                        <small>6 Jul 2026</small>
1699
1700                                    </p>
1701                                    <p>
1702                                        Collab Commercial Interiors are the first business we&#x2019;re showcasing as part of our #WakefieldBusinessSpotlight!
1703                                    </p>
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1705                                        <a href="/news/wakefield-business-spotlight-collab-commercial-interiors/">Read article <i class="fa fa-angle-right"></i></a>
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