Tony Wallis

  CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING - FRIDAY 30th MAY 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis Yesterday evening, I attended the PACT meeting where the police meet local residents from the town centre area. We are concerned about the intimidating behavior of a gang of about a dozen young people roaming the area causing nuisance for others. The police and the council’s ASB officers are to step up extra patrols, while other agencies are looking into a resolution of the causes of the problem. While visitors find the town centre safe, residents and businesses are bothered by these youths’ behaviour. Every morning, to make my work as a local councillor more efficient, I search the web for a daily briefing of news and events. While it was originally for my benefit, I’ve realised it is a service to share with others. It is a briefing so just headlines and sources I’ve come across and checked. Please let me know if there are any events or news you think I need to add. Contact details are on the home pag...

  CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING - THURSDAY 29th MAY 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis Every morning, to make my work as a local councillor more efficient, I search the web for a daily briefing of news and events. While it was originally for my benefit, I’ve realised it is a service to share with others. It is a briefing so just headlines and sources I’ve come across and checked. Please let me know if there are any events or news you think I need to add. Contact details are on the home page of this blog.   Regards, Tony. NEWS Fund raiser for Castleford Boy recovering from serious epileptic seizure Leanne Clarke reports for the Wakefield Express https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/health/your-support-means-the-world-to-us-all-raising-funds-for-castleford-boy-7-recovering-after-severe-epileptic-seizure-5150242 Building society’s CAB scheme helps 810 people in Castleford and Wakefield. Advice is available at the Yorkshire Building Society Castleford branch on Carlton Street Mon...

  CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING - WEDNESDAY 28th MAY 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis Every morning, to make my work as a local councillor more efficient, I search the web for a daily briefing of news and events. While it was originally for my benefit, I’ve realised it is a service to share with others. It is a briefing so just headlines and sources I’ve come across and checked. Please let me know if there are any events or news you think I need to add. Contact details are on the home page of this blog.  If you’re bothered by nuisance calls please read my blog https://anthonywallis.blogspot.com/2025/05/guide-lets-talk-about-nuisance-calls.html to find out what to do to tackle the problem. Regards, Tony. NEWS Castleford Unveils Heritage Mural .  An impressive mural celebrating Castleford's rich history is in the town centre. It showcases key aspects of Castleford's cultural and industrial heritage.   https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/people/striking-mural-ce...

  CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING - TUESDAY 27 MAY 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis Every morning, to make my work as a local councillor more efficient, I search the web for a daily briefing of news and events. While it was originally for my benefit, I’ve realised it is a service to share with others. It is a briefing so just headlines and sources I’ve come across and checked.  Unless stated otherwise, all links are external and connect to sources not produced by me. Please let me know if there are any events or news you think I need to add. Contact details are on the home page of this blog.  Regards, Tony. LOCAL NEWS Castleford prepares for Roman Festival on Saturday. A look back at last year’s with the Wakefield Express. https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/whats-on/things-to-do/in-pictures-look-back-at-last-years-castleford-roman-festival-ahead-of-its-return-next-week-5140264 EVENTS Saturday 31 May – Town centre - Castleford Roman Festival , 10 am–4 pm. Street theatre,...

  CASTLEFORD DAILY  BRIEFING - MONDAY 26 MAY 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis Every morning, to make my work as a local councillor more efficient, I search the web for a daily briefing of new and events. While it was originally for my benefit, I’ve realised it is a service to share with others. It is a briefing so just headlines and sources I’ve come across and checked. Please let me know if there are any events or news you think I need to add. Contact details are on the home page of this blog.  Regards, Tony. TODAY’S NEWS Rugby League: Castleford Tigers Face Player Shortages Ahead of Warrington Clash. Castleford Tigers are struggling with injuries to key players. FORTHCOMING EVENTS Wednesday 28 May 2025. 1pm to 2.30pm at Queen’s Mill, Castleford. Drama workshop for kids by Empath. Book on eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-drama-workshop-for-kids-ages-6-12-tickets-1366878653849 Saturday 31 May – Town centre - Castleford Roman Festival , 10 am–4 pm. S...