The Latest Breaking News from Wakefield

Jury discharged in trial of two prisoners accused of murdering Ian Watkins

The disgraced singer was stabbed to death by Rico Gedel, 25, in his cell at high-security HMP Wakefield.

Evening Standard · May 22

Wigan edge out Wakefield in thriller to set up mouthwatering Saints semi-final

Zach Eckersley scored the decisive try in Wigan’s 26-22 win at Wakefield in the Challenge Cup quarter-final

The Guardian - UK · Apr 12

UK’s most notorious prisoner Charles Bronson moved to high-security ‘Monster Mansion’ before parole bid

Charles Bronson, the infamous 73-year-old inmate, has been relocated to the maximum-security facility known as HMP Wakefield, often referred to as 'Monster Mansion,' just in time for a pivotal parole hearing. Sources within the prison indicate heightened tension as staff express concerns for his well-being after his art materials were…

The Times of India · Apr 10

Super League 2026: team-by-team guide to the new season

Hull KR are the team to beat again, tough times are ahead for promoted trio and Leeds might be back to their best

The Guardian - UK · Feb 11

Did Ian Watkins Predict His Own Murder? Chilling Words From Lostprophets Singer Resurface After Gruesome Prison Killing

Serving time in the notorious HMP Wakefield, Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins had often spoken of the extreme danger he faced, fearing a sudden, fatal attack.

International Business Times UK · Oct 15, 2025

Wigan boss Matt Peet says aim is to ‘inspire and entertain’ ahead of Grand Final

On-field success has always been part of a bigger picture for the 41-year-old.

The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2025

Mike McMeeken keen to lose ‘nearly-man’ tag and win something with Wakefield

The England second-rower has featured in three Grand finals and finished up on the losing side each time.

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2025

Umyla Hanley ‘was set to be a brickie’ before rebuilding career at Leigh

Hanley had spent a frustrating period out on loan at Championship club Newcastle in 2022 and returned to find he was surplus to requirements at Wigan.

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2025

Salford given two-point deduction for fielding weakened team against St Helens

The sanction will also affect the Red Devils’ IMG grading score as they bid to retain their Super League place.

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2025

Angry fans storm pitch as Salford end season in defeat and face extinction

Salford finished the Super League season with a 52-16 loss to Wakefield and their controversial owners at the centre of supporters’ protests

The Guardian - UK · Sep 20, 2025