Birstall1 day agoCashless parking system to go live at country parkAutomatic number plate recognition is being introduced after vandalism over Easter 2024.1 day ago2 days agoPaedophile who exploited girls jailed for 11 yearsDavid Masters, 46, from Birstall, "exploited children for his own personal gain", police say.2 days ago12 Dec 2025'We fundraised all year so our kids could experience a panto'Some theatres tell the BBC panto season can make up almost half of their annual income.12 Dec 202520 Oct 2025Parking charges to return to country parkVandalism led to a decision to fully replace Watermead Country Park's system.20 Oct 202518 Oct 2025Temporary bridge to be installed next to shut oneLeicester Half Marathon runners will need to cross the weir bridge single file this year.18 Oct 202523 Sep 2025New 2,000-home village could get its own councilA consultation on setting up a new council has been launched as residents move into new homes.23 Sep 20251 Sep 2025Park bridge closed while structure is assessedA temporary diversion has been put in place while structural engineers investigate the issue.1 Sep 202516 Aug 2025Family 'deeply upset' after dog stolen during walkLola, a white whippet, was taken from Oakwell Hall in Birstall a month ago, police say.16 Aug 20254 Aug 2025School expansion approved as pupil numbers growOfficials estimate there will be a deficit of 200 pupil places at the school in Birstall by 2028.4 Aug 2025...