Slaithwaite13 Sep 2025Bird feeding banned in several town centresKirklees Council has brought in orders to ban begging, bird feeding and loitering.13 Sep 202525 Jul 2025Sleep apnoea device 'life-changing', patient saysAlison Eastwood, from Slaithwaite, wants to raise awareness of the impact of the condition.25 Jul 202516 Jun 2025Apartments plan for former Methodist churchPart of the ex-church building in Slaithwaite could be demolished to make way for new homes.16 Jun 202531 May 2025Fears over bar in mill village opening laterObjector claims that mill village already experiences problems with late-night drinkers.31 May 202518 May 2025From drapers to 'hipster' cafes: 100 years of change for one parade of shopsThe centenary of a parade of shops in Slaithwaite is being celebrated with a special project.18 May 20256 Mar 2025Moorland fire cause 'under investigation'Cause of moorland fire at Marsden not yet known, says fire service.6 Mar 202523 Feb 2025Moonraking festival celebrates village bootleggersThe week-long festival features a series of events, culminating in a lantern procession through town.23 Feb 202525 Nov 2024Feeding pigeons could be banned in town centresThe council say the proposed ban aims to tackle vermin attracted by food left for birds.25 Nov 202412 Apr 2024Man in 70s seriously injured in 'targeted' attackA 59-year-old man is in custody after the attack in Slaithwaite.12 Apr 2024...