Dozens of objections have been sent over plans to build a new housing development near Pontefract’s observatory.

Dating back to 1853, this three-storey family home in Pontefract, named after its surrounding chestnut trees, is currently ...

PONTEFRACT races were abandoned in dramatic circumstances after chaos reigned at the northern track – with a jockey rushed to ...

Thursday's card at Pontefract was abandoned after three races after jockey Duran Fentiman was injured and a replacement ...

The injury suffered by jockey Duran Fentiman on Thursday, which caused the abandonment of racing at Pontefract, has been ...

A dieter has been crowned woman of the year after she lost 7 stone in order to enjoy her early retirement. After saying enough is enough of 'yoyo' dieting, Mary Brown from Pontefract decided it was ...

Bradford Salem kept up their long unbeaten run after coming from 17-0 down at home to Pontefract after 30 minutes on Saturday to win 26-20.

This landmark, in the heart of Pontefract on Swales Yard, has been a symbol of the town’s rich heritage for centuries, and its refurbishment marks a significant milestone for the community.

The Met Office’s outlook for Sunday to Tuesday reads: “Increasing cloud through Sunday with rain and wind arriving overnight ...

CLEVER RELATION doubled his tally with a bit to spare in a Goodwood seller last time and he can build on that effort to gain a first handicap success. He is taken to see off the challenge of Turner ...

A fresh public consultation over the permanent closure of a maternity unit at Pontefract Hospital is expected to be carried out later this year. Friarwood Birth Centre was temporarily shut in 2019 ...

PONTEFRACT races were abandoned in dramatic circumstances after chaos reigned at the northern track - with a jockey rushed to hospital and a car crash causing carnage. Duran Fentiman suffered a ...