Kara McKune
Digital Journalist at Wakefield Express
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wakefieldexpress.co.uk | Kara McKune
Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA new Irish-inspired pub will open up on Westgate this weekend. Proud Ainie will open its doors to the pubic at 5pm on Friday, April 18 and will sell a variety of drinks including special cocktails and Guinness. Owned by Wakefield-based businessman Kevin Spencer, the pub will host live music, including various specialist Irish music acts, with opening night featuring a performance from singer, Andrew Lingard.
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wakefieldexpress.co.uk | Kara McKune
Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowThe Pontefract attraction’s Tulip Festival has returned for 2025 so I went down to see if it was just as impressive as last year and *spoiler alert* it was even better!Located just off Pontefract Road is Ravensknowle Farm, known to many as the award-winning Farmer Copleys.
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wakefieldexpress.co.uk | Kara McKune
Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowHaving been diagnosed a decade ago with breast cancer, Sara Williamson has reflected on the last 10 years living with cancer alongside her tireless volunteering, fundraising and supporting other people in her community. 2025 marks a significant year for Wakefield woman, Sara Williamson, as it is 10 years since she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
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1 week ago |
wakefieldexpress.co.uk | Kara McKune
Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowThe former Silkwood Farm restaurant has been transformed following a large investment. The new Farmhouse Kitchen opened last weekend following a huge investment by national pub company, and owners, Greene King. The new restaurant offers an updated menu that includes carveries, a new continental breakfast menu, home baked cakes, an ice cream counter, an afternoon tea menu, and an improved daily menu.
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1 week ago |
wakefieldexpress.co.uk | Kara McKune
Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowDespite a warm start to the bank holiday weekend, the weather will take a turn with April showers set to finally pour across the district. The Easter bank holiday weekend is almost here, with many looking forward to outdoor egg hunts, picnics and garden parties. But will the sun shine, and will it be warm enough?
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