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Bank chief helps pupils with their sums

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:32:17 GMT

Pupils at a village school had a surprise substitute teacher on Monday when the Governor of the Bank of England paid a visit.

Chris Hopkins among speakers at Calderdale Business Conference

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:51:40 GMT

Ploughcroft’s Chris Hopkins is among the line-up of speakers at this week’s Calderdale Business Conference.

Love thy neighbour and share some food

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:28:41 GMT

Sixty per cent of UK adults living in the north believe that it is the responsibility of local residents to create a sense of community, but barriers such as not knowing where to start and not having enough time are stopping people from taking the time to love thy neighbour.

Rail campaigners told to ‘seize the day’

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:20:30 GMT

Campaigners fighting for a train station at Elland have been urged to make their voices heard and to keep shouting.

‘Two pence per day’ plan to boost transport

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:55:32 GMT

Council tax bills in West Yorkshire could rise to support a £1 billion transport fund that its supporters say will help cut congestion and create jobs.

Business for Calderdale monthly hub

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:09:44 GMT

Business for Calderdale held its monthly networking event for enterprises across the region.

More than 100 attend Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce party

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:56:44 GMT

The Mid Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has appealed for new new directors.

England’s most capped cricketer Alec Stewart gives talk at Cedar Court

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:09:15 GMT

England’s most capped cricketer addressed an audience of business people at the Cedar Court Hotel, Ainley Top.

Halifax Poundland cutting its prices...by 3p

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:29:10 GMT

Halifax’s Poundland store could be slashing its prices to 97p.

Unemployment falls slightly in Calderdale

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:40:36 GMT

Last month 6,546 people were out of work and seeking Jobseekers’ Allowance compared to 6,596 the previous month.

Home care firm creating 50 jobs in Calderdale

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:09:19 GMT

A home care company said it will be creating more than 50 jobs in Calderdale after being appointed an approved provider with the local authority.

A new-look website for the Halifax Courier

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:43:58 GMT

The Halifax Courier website now has a new look for its great mix of local news, sport and information.

Halifax stages Digital High Street conference

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:00:06 GMT

The changing face of the High Street came under scrutiny during a conference at Dean Clough, Halifax.

Eden Telecom keeps Halifax Charity Gala volunteers connected

Tue, 14 May 2013 07:53:06 GMT

Eden Telecom, an Elland based telecommunications company, will be using its expertise to support the Halifax Charity Gala on June 8.

The Crossleys’ classic Bentley could be yours

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:19:05 GMT

A classic car that ferried the most famous family in Halifax’s history has gone on sale this week.

Son joins mum’s business as a trainee funeral director

Mon, 13 May 2013 14:27:19 GMT

Amanda Dalby Funeral Services is now a family affair after mum welcomed son Michael into the business.

Lloyds chief says banking industry reputation is turning away graduates

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:15:09 GMT

Antonio Horta-Osorio will tonight (Mon) speak of his concern at the reputational impact of the financial crisis and how that is having a negative impact upon the banking industry’s ability to attract young people.

Campaigners hold public meeting in Elland

Sat, 11 May 2013 07:15:01 GMT

A public meeting is being held in Elland this morning (Saturday) to turn up the heat on a campaign to get a rail station.

Turning high street digital

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:21:17 GMT

Business leaders from all over the UK and Europe will meet up in Halifax to discuss ways of using the internet to boost the high street.

Offer on new skin treatment used by Gwyneth Paltrow, Madonna and Jude Law

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:35:32 GMT

A new skin care treatment which is used by stars likes Gwyneth Paltrow, Dido, Madonna and even Jude Law will soon be available at a Halifax beauty salon.