It’s been a busy year!

From new facilities and thriving communities to record visitor numbers and national recognition, we’ve achieved a lot through our Corporate Plan 2024–26.

Here's our year in 90 Seconds - 20 achievements that made a difference. More 👉 news.calderdale.gov.uk/major-plan-d...

If your child is due to start secondary school in September 2026, don’t miss the deadline to apply - it’s next Friday, 31 October! 🗓️

If you haven’t applied for your child’s place, please complete and submit your application before the closing date👉 new.calderdale.gov.uk/schools-and-...

It was fantastic to get an early glimpse of Riot Women at last night’s premiere in Hebden Bridge - and the wait’s nearly over! 🤘🎸

The new drama from Sally Wainwright, filmed right here in Calderdale, airs this Sunday on BBC One and streams on iPlayer. Spot any familiar streets or landmarks? 👀👇

Stoptober is here! 🚭

Quit for 28 days and you’re 5x more likely to stop for good.

Giving up smoking boosts health, saves money and improves wellbeing. Get free local NHS support to help you succeed 👉 ow.ly/8Ums50X3LTs

Have you spotted a new Metal Matters sticker on your wheelie bin this week? ✨

It’s part of our new campaign to highlight just how important it is to recycle your metals, and the real difference it makes.

More👉 news.calderdale.gov.uk/calderdale-r...

Last month, our teams carried out vital improvements to the road surface and movement joints along the A58 Burdock Way flyover.

This essential maintenance will protect the structure for years to come and ensure a smoother, safer drive for everyone using this busy route.

Watch the works in action👇

A scam text message is circulating to Calderdale residents, claiming that they owe a parking fine and urging them to click a suspicious link to pay.

We never send text messages to alert drivers that they have received a Penalty Charge Notice. Please do not click on any links in these scam messages.

This morning, we came together for a special flag raising ceremony and two-minute silence to mark #VJDay.

The flag now flies proudly at Halifax Town Hall as a symbol of remembrance and respect, and Wainhouse Tower will light up red, white and blue this evening, shining in honour of VJ Day.

Last month, Holy Trinity and St. Mary's Primary School's in Halifax relaunched their School Street during Walk to School Week.

Children performed their version of 'These Boots Are Made for Walkin’, singing about why the initiative is so important.

Learn more👉 new.calderdale.gov.uk/streets-and-...

Have your say and help shape the future of travel in Calderdale 📣

We're creating a new transport strategy - share your views to help create a healthier, safer and more connected borough 🗨️

Complete the survey by Sunday 27 July 2025 👉 ow.ly/r5p250WkW2E

Stories have power, and yours is part of Calderdale’s future 💪

#CalderdaleVision34 brings together real voices, local stories, and a sense of belonging, guiding us forward in building a better Calderdale for everyone.

What’s your story? Be amongst others and share it 👉 my.walls.io/mycalderdale...

We know that pavement parking is an issue in Calderdale, particularly around schools during drop off and pick up times.

Children at Luddendenfoot Academy are encouraging drivers to think before they park, remembering that ‘Pavements are for People’.

Read more👉 new.calderdale.gov.uk/streets-and-...

Next month we'll be welcoming Martyn Stenton as our new Director of Children and Young People's Services.

We look forward to working with him to build on our work to protect and support Calderdale’s children and young people.

Read more 👇 news.calderdale.gov.uk/new-director...

A few weeks back, #CalderdaleVision34 was launched at our annual #WeAreCalderdale event. Partners came together to hear inspirational stories of local people and how these accounts of life in Calderdale have shaped a long-term ambition.

Now it's time to share your story! 👉 mycalderdalestory.com

Calderdale is no stranger to the spotlight 🎥

As filming of CBBC's High Hoops continues across Calderdale, we caught up with Location Manager, Bruce to find out what it’s like bringing the show to life in this beautiful corner of Yorkshire, and why Calderdale makes for the perfect TV backdrop 📽️