We’re thrilled to announce we have been awarded funding support from @HeritageFundUK for our new Project which will shine a spotlight on Huddersfield’s Windrush Veterans. Learn more: A huge thanks to #NationalLottery players!.

NEW WINDRUSH SCANDAL - COMMISSIONER VOWS TO RESTORE JUSTICE . In a powerful move to address the ongoing consequences of the Windrush scandal, Reverend Clive Foster has been appointed as the new Windrush Commissioner.

“TRAVELLING BLIND” HIKER SEEKS SUPPORT ON 300-MILE TRANS PENNINE TRAIL FUNDRAISER. A blind adventurer is appealing for help from accommodation providers across the North. Find out how you can help here:

HONOURING A WARTIME HERO - BLUE PLAQUE UNVEILED FOR WINDRUSH PIONEER, JOHN HENRY SMYTHE . A prestigious Blue Plaque was unveiled at Garden City, Thame on the 26th of July in honour of John Henry Smythe OBE, MBE (mil), QC. Read more here:

EY UP, RECOGNISE THESE YORKSHIRE PHRASES?. A few years ago, we asked some folks around Huddersfield what their favourite Yorkshire phrases are!. What Yorkshire-isms do you find yourself saying most often?. #YorkshireDay.

Hard to beat those Castle Hill views, eh?. Happy #YorkshireDay from Kirklees Local TV!

A REET GOOD DAY OUT – FREE YORKSHIRE DAY FESTIVITIES AT OAKWELL HALL!. Ey up! Residents and visitors are invited to join a day of free festivities on Saturday 3 August at Oakwell Hall and Country Park in Batley, to celebrate Yorkshire Day. Find out more:

GREEN LIGHT FOR A GREENER FUTURE - WHITE ROSE FOREST PLAN RECIEVES COUNCIL BACKING. Kirklees Council has officially backed the next phase of the White Rose Forest Strategic Plan - a major milestone in efforts to expand woodland cover across Yorkshire.

BLACK BRITONS LEAD THE WAY IN EMOTIONAL WELLBEING! . A new study has revealed that Black Britons enjoy the highest levels of emotional wellbeing of any ethnic group in the UK. Learn more here:

ART IS FOR EVERYONE – AN INSIGHTFUL INTERVIEW WITH ARTIST ALICE GRIBBLE. In this episode of the Art DEN, presenters Judy Hinchliffe and Nabila Javed were joined by Huddersfield-based artist, Alice Gribble.

HUDDERSFIELD’S BLACK BUSINESS EXPO IS BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER!. The Black Business Expo is returning to Huddersfield on the 30th of August at the Cedar Court Hotel, Lindley Moor Road. Find out how to book your FREE delegate tickets here:

FROM RAGS TO RUNWAY – HUDDERSFIELD’S UPCYCLE FASHION SHOW THREADS COMMUNITY TOGETHER. Take a look at the highlights from the Upcycle Challenge 2025 Fashion Show, held on 26 June at Thread Republic, The Piazza Centre, in Huddersfield!.

BREAKING BARRIERS IN THE SKIES – UNTOLD STORIES OF CARIBBEAN HEROES IN THE GREAT WAR. At a time when official policy largely excluded black individuals from serving as officers, William Robinson Clarke was one of the few who was accepted for service.

THE CLIMATE CONVERSATION IN HUDDERSFIELD - A STRIKING CALL FOR A REFORM OF THE NARRATIVE!. Huddersfield Mission was transformed into a hive of dialogue on 10th July, as residents gathered for a People’s Assembly on the Climate and Nature Crisis.

ARREST MADE FOLLOWING DEIGHTON STABBING . West Yorkshire Police have confirmed that one person has been arrested following a stabbing incident in Deighton on Saturday, 12 July - at this time, no other suspects are being sought. Find out more here:

GUYANA IS SELF SUFFICIENT IN FOOD - WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM GUYANA’S AGRICULTURAL INDEPENDENCE?. According to a ground-breaking study, Guyana is the only country in the world that produces enough food to fully sustain itself without imports.

THE UK’S OBESITY CRISIS IS BECOMING TOO LARGE TO IGNORE - HAS YOUR LIFE BEEN AFFECTED BY OBESITY?. Currently costing the UK an estimated £58 billion a year, the obesity crisis affects not just the NHS but also productivity, education, and wider society.

UNITED IN RECOGNITION AND ADMIRATION AT A NIGHT TO REMEMBER.Just released – a touching video recording some of the highlights of a memorable night!.The premiere for The Armed Services: Huddersfield Windrush Forgotten Veterans on Saturday, 5th July 2025.

In this episode of Cultural Leaders Group TV, Edwin Baker sits down with rising Huddersfield author Eddy Dennis to talk about his debut novel, The Coaster King. 📽️👉 #TheCoasterKing #AuthorInterview #CulturalLeadersGroupTV #HuddersfieldVoices #UKAuthors.

SCHOOL RAISES THOUSANDS IN HEART - FELT TRIBUTE TO BELOVED TEACHER.Birstall Pupils Run with Heart: School Raises Thousands in Tribute to Beloved Teacher. Read more:

KIRKLEES JOINS TOP-RANKING CITIES IN TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE.Kirklees Council has once again been awarded an ‘A’ grade for climate action, placing it among the top 112 cities and districts worldwide. Read more: #ClimateChange.