Ripponden is pulling together to support the local businesses affected by vandalism last night, 3rd/4th May. The windows of five businesses were smashed in a mindless act.

We are hoping that we can help to cover the costs of repairs etc for these businesses as some cannot claim on their insurance with their excess being too high.

Out of the five businesses, both The Trawlerman’s Catch and The Kitchen Deli would love our support. Hirds Vets have thanked us but said that they have this covered. We are waiting to be able to contact the remaining two but this page and target will be updated accordingly.

The total needed can’t possibly be exact yet, and there is understood to be some theft too which I am currently unable to confirm.