The redevelopment of the markets and the addition of the new library are key projects in the regeneration of our town centre.

Major improvement plans are underway at the markets which will include a modern central library, new community hub, extensive public realm and improved links to the town centre and college. Find out more and have your say here.

You can also see the proposals at a series of public consultation events in the town centre on the following dates:

• Tuesday 14th June, 10am to 2pm, Howard Street (next to Boots)

• Wednesday 15th June, 10am to 2pm, Howard Street (next to Halifax)

• Thursday 16th June, 10am to 2pm, Indoor Market seating area

A very warm welcome to Over the Rainbow Cafe Bar!

Located at 17 High Street (next to its sister business Yella Brick Road), Over the Rainbow is now officially open for drinks (Bubble Tea is a speciality!), cakes and bakes. 

Food and alcohol will start to be served in the next few weeks so watch this space or follow them on Facebook here.

Three major new housing developments in the town centre are really starting to take shape.

The sites on Sheffield Road, Westgate and Wellgate, will include over 170 mixed-tenure homes providing much-needed affordable new housing, as well as regenerating derelict sites and supporting town centre businesses through increased footfall.

Council Leader Chris Read and Councillor Denise Lelliott checked on the progress of the ongoing construction works at the new Westgate Riverside development (the former Sheffield Road car park) last week. Read more about the developments here.