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Watch: National Learn to Swim day arrives this Saturday in Sheffield

Watch: National Learn to Swim day arrives this Saturday in Sheffield

by Amy Hamerslagh | May 17, 2024 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

This weekend, Sheffield welcomes National Learn to swim day which aims to promote water safety and encourage people of all ages to swim. With drowning being a leading cause of accidental death amongst young people, it highlights the importance of learning to swim....
Preview: 2024 Snooker World Championship

Preview: 2024 Snooker World Championship

by Amy Hamerslagh | Apr 19, 2024 | News, Sport, Top stories

World Snooker Championship 2024 returns to Sheffield for another year as Ronnie O’Sullivan targets his eighth title. The tournament runs from April 20 to May 6 at The Crucible with the winner taking home half a million pounds. This year, Luca Brecel is the defending...
Man runs from Anfield to London in support of the Hillsborough law

Man runs from Anfield to London in support of the Hillsborough law

by Amy Hamerslagh | Apr 19, 2024 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead, Uncategorised

A man marking the 35th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster by running from Anfield to London will complete his challenge this weekend. Mik Parkin, 52, from Leeds, is a Liverpool fan who has fundraised money for those families effected by Hillsborough for several...

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