• Doctor’s Casebook column with Dr Keith Souter: A little mathematics to alter habits
    by Keith Souter on January 18, 2026 at 1:04 pm

    Did you make a New Year resolution? If so, how is it going? Are you managing to keep to it or is it a struggle?

  • Pontefract sports teacher to take on endurance challenges for cancer
    by James Carney on January 16, 2026 at 6:25 pm

    A Pontefract sports teacher who was diagnosed with cancer is going to take on a series of challenges to raise money to battle the disease.

  • Wakefield Age UK chief excecutive who received MBE says her team are the ones who deserve a medal
    by James Carney on January 16, 2026 at 5:24 pm

    The chief executive of a Wakefield charity has praised her staff after being awarded the MBE in the New Year Honours.

  • Livin’ la vida mocha: Here are 14 of the best cafes across Pontefract and Castleford, according to Google reviews
    by Kara McKune on January 15, 2026 at 8:53 pm

    If you’re looking for a cosy treat, then visit one of these highly-rated cafes in Pontefract and Castleford this winter.

  • K-Pop Party: Live concert experience featuring viral Korean hits to visit Theatre Royal next month
    by Kara McKune on January 15, 2026 at 1:30 pm

    An ultimate live concert experience celebrating Korea’s global music phenomenon will visit the Theatre Royal next month.