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Labour targets students in Sheffield as local election approaches

Labour targets students in Sheffield as local election approaches

by Luke Thompson | May 1, 2026 | Community, News, Politics, Top Story - Home Page Lead, University

In the final days of its local election campaign, Labour is placing student life at the centre of its pitch – highlighting housing standards, safer streets, and a more accessible night-time economy. Bus travel in Crookes High Street Several Sheffield Labour...
WATCH: Sheffield jungle night signals 90s rave revival and spotlights local DJs

WATCH: Sheffield jungle night signals 90s rave revival and spotlights local DJs

by Luke Thompson | May 1, 2026 | Community, Culture, Music, Top Story - Home Page Lead

An urban nightlife brand brought raw jungle energy with fresh local DJs to Hagglers Corner last week. A surge of grassroots club culture swept through the vibrant venue on 24 April as Attikk launched “Amen To That” to a lively crowd. A carefully curated lineup paired...
Greens push for free bus travel up to age 22 in Sheffield

Greens push for free bus travel up to age 22 in Sheffield

by Luke Thompson | Mar 13, 2026 | Community, Culture, News

Green councillors in Sheffield are celebrating progress on a proposal to extend free bus travel for young people up to the age of 22. They argue it could boost opportunities, cut costs for families and encourage more people to use public transport. The proposal...
Efforts in Rotherham to reclaim union jack from ‘right-wing extremists’ may create more serious repercussions

Efforts in Rotherham to reclaim union jack from ‘right-wing extremists’ may create more serious repercussions

by Luke Thompson | Feb 13, 2026 | News

There are claims a scheme by Rotherham Council offering £500 grants to community groups who want to fly Union and St George’s flags may be counterproductive and amplify right-wing rooted intimidation. Some residents believe their mission might inadvertently...
Night-time Safety Charter aims to create safer environment for women and girls in Sheffield City Centre

Night-time Safety Charter aims to create safer environment for women and girls in Sheffield City Centre

by Luke Thompson | Feb 13, 2026 | News

A refreshed council framework ‘Women and Girls’ Night-time Safety Charter’ calls for immediate action as violence and sexual offences plague night-life in Sheffield’s City Centre.  “It’s an endeavour to be ahead of the game,” said Cllr Joe Otten, who...

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