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Protest planned ahead of crucial meeting on Doncaster Sheffield Airport’s future

Protest planned ahead of crucial meeting on Doncaster Sheffield Airport’s future

by Rhianna Dankwa | May 7, 2026 | Culture, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

A rally is scheduled before an extraordinary Doncaster council meeting to revoke a £57m loan to fund the re-opening of Doncaster-Sheffield Airport (DSA). Organised by Trade Unions Congress (TUC) and GMB Union, protesters will gather outside Civic Offices in Sir Nigel...
Rotherham to review “unnecessary red tape” preventing decorations on lampposts

Rotherham to review “unnecessary red tape” preventing decorations on lampposts

by Rhianna Dankwa | May 7, 2026 | Community, Culture, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

People have raised concerns over the excessive checks required to hang floral displays and other seasonal decorations on street lamps in Rotherham. Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council voted unanimously to ‘cut the unnecessary red tape’ that hinders communities from...
The Climbing Works Managing Director to retire after final edition of its International Festival

The Climbing Works Managing Director to retire after final edition of its International Festival

by Rhianna Dankwa | Mar 19, 2026 | News, Sport

Graeme Alderson, Managing Director of The Climbing Works, will retire after the final edition of The Rab Climbing Works International Festival 2026 this weekend. Alderson formed part of the trio who founded the centre in 2006.  Elite boulders from around the...
Pressure mounts on Sheffield Council to address issue of unauthorised flags

Pressure mounts on Sheffield Council to address issue of unauthorised flags

by Rhianna Dankwa | Mar 19, 2026 | Community, News, Politics

A grassroots group has called on Sheffield City Council and MPs to take action on illegal flags appearing on lampposts. Sheffield Communities Against Racism and Fascism (SCARF) sent a letter to the council claiming that not taking action is “an abandonment of public...
Watch: New Sheffield gift shop spotlights local businesses amid high street closures

Watch: New Sheffield gift shop spotlights local businesses amid high street closures

by Rhianna Dankwa | Mar 19, 2026 | Community, News

A new independent gift shop in the heart of the city looks to bring people back to the high street by showcasing local artwork.  7th Magpie on York Street sells unique gifts created by over 50 local artists, crafters and businesses. Social media manager Raye...
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