Police and partners: Operation Hawmill tackling the roads in west central Halifax…

Officers from Halifax teamed up with a number of other agencies this week for a day of action targeted within the St John’s area of the town. Police officers were joined by additional Special Constables on Thursday March 16 during the 8 hour crack down in the area.   Working in partnership with Council Wardens, Parking … Continue reading Police and partners: Operation Hawmill tackling the roads in west central Halifax…

Vote for the Arch-Way Project! Nominated for a People’s Project award…

One of the charities the Council works with has been nominated for the People’s Project, giving them a chance of being granted over £40,000 to help them continue their work. The Arch-Way Project provides entertainment for elderly people in Calderdale who are at risk of dementia. To find out more about their work and to … Continue reading Vote for the Arch-Way Project! Nominated for a People’s Project award…

Interns wanted for Handmade Parade & Lamplighter Festivals 2017

Handmade Parade is looking for 4 paid interns and 4 unpaid trainees to come and immerse themselves in our work for 2017! This long-term training/volunteering opportunity spans both our signature events – Hebden Bridge Handmade Parade in June, and Todmorden Lamplighter festival in November, culminating in our 10th anniversary symposium, Parading the North, in early … Continue reading Interns wanted for Handmade Parade & Lamplighter Festivals 2017

Spring is here…Calderdale Garden Waste Collections

Did you know that Calderdale Council offers an opt-in service for residents who would like their garden waste collected from home? It is £42 annual subscription, with a 5% discount for online subscriptions, so online subscriptions or renewals are £40. If you want to subscribe to the service please visit our website for more information. … Continue reading Spring is here…Calderdale Garden Waste Collections

Are you a small group looking for funding? Comic Relief’s Community Cash Grants Programmes Open Across the UK

Comic Relief and Community Foundations across the UK are working together to distribute Comic Relief Community Cash funds to small groups working with vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. The funding is available to support community groups that are undertaking work that helps people of all ages feel more included in their community, builds their skills and … Continue reading Are you a small group looking for funding? Comic Relief’s Community Cash Grants Programmes Open Across the UK