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Ferrybridge SS mural

Council's mural plan scrapped in row over 'SS' symbolism

Wakefield Council says it will redesign a tribute to Ferrybridge Power Station after local councillors complained about its appearance.

5 days ago

Concern for man last seen leaving hospital two days ago

Police are growing increasing concerned for the welfare of missing man Leszek Kapla from Wakefield.

12 Oct

A61 crash victims

'Astonishing' final total raised for girl orphaned by crash revealed

The amount raised to support a 12-year-old girl who lost her entire family in a crash has been revealed

11 Oct

Teacher who asked pupil for sex permanently struck off

Assault victim attacked with bike as he lay on floor

Audience to travel 460ft underground to see world famous brass band

Kamara on speech problems: 'I buried my head in the sand'

'Must never happen again': Review finds failings in dementia care home closure

'We resist racism': Hundreds of people take to the streets across Yorkshire

Motorbike overtook vehicle before head-on crash that killed six, inquest told

Fundraiser for girl orphaned after crash passes £400,000

Suspect found hiding under car after police chase

Millie Bobby Brown calls girl left orphaned after crash

Road reopens four days after crash that killed six

Girl left orphaned by crash 'being incredibly brave'