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Community rallies to support animal charity after van theft

Community rallies to support animal charity after van theft

by Rosie Wallace | May 2, 2025 | Charity, Community, Crime, News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

An animal charity, that was left devastated after its rescue van was stolen and destroyed, says it has been “overwhelmed” by the wave of support from the local community and beyond. Adoptapaws, based in Hilltop, Rotherham, faced a major setback last week when its...
Food co-operative celebrates 15 years by securing its home for the future

Food co-operative celebrates 15 years by securing its home for the future

by Rosie Wallace | May 2, 2025 | News

A Sheffield-based food co-operative is marking a major milestone as it celebrates 15 years of community-led work by securing ownership of its building. In 2024 the building’s landlords put the property up for sale. Risking eviction, the Regather team worked to apply...
Waverley’s first shop opens after 13-year wait but residents want more

Waverley’s first shop opens after 13-year wait but residents want more

by Rosie Wallace | Apr 15, 2025 | News, Uncategorised

After over a decade-long wait the opening of a Tesco Express on Olive Lane is a significant milestone for the residents of Waverley. The store, situated on the former Orgreave Coking works site, serves a community that has seen significant housing development in...
Successful film screening celebrates history of pioneering female mechanics in Sheffield

Successful film screening celebrates history of pioneering female mechanics in Sheffield

by Rosie Wallace | Mar 14, 2025 | Community, Culture, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

Sheffield Central Library hosted a packed screening of short film Gwenda’s Garage on Wednesday night, featuring the ground-breaking women-run garage from 1985. The screening was followed by a panel discussion with LGBTQ+ activists, highlighting the challenges faced by...

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