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Local artists welcome the public for Open Up Sheffield

Local artists welcome the public for Open Up Sheffield

by Megan Pocock | May 8, 2025 | Community, Culture, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Open Up Sheffield 2025 is back for its second weekend this Saturday, once again showcasing the artistic talent of the city.  This annual event celebrates artists of all kinds and invites the public into studios and workshops across Sheffield to get a closer look...
South Yorkshire to take back control of buses – here’s what it means for commuters

South Yorkshire to take back control of buses – here’s what it means for commuters

by Megan Pocock | Mar 21, 2025 | Community, Environment, News

The decision to bring South Yorkshire bus services back under public control was announced by Oliver Coppard on Tuesday.  During a 12-week consultation, 76 per cent of people voted ‘strongly in favour’ of  franchising.  But this has left commuters with...
‘A sleeping bag should not be a home’: Sheffield homeless charity to tackle Half Marathon in sleeping bags

‘A sleeping bag should not be a home’: Sheffield homeless charity to tackle Half Marathon in sleeping bags

by Megan Pocock | Mar 21, 2025 | Charity, Community, Health, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A team from Sheffield’s Archer Project will once again take on the city’s Half Marathon this Sunday, running in sleeping bags to raise awareness and funds for homelessness.  Joe Logan, head of fundraising and one of the runners, emphasised that the challenge is...
“We want actions, not words”: New domestic abuse training program to tackle support gaps

“We want actions, not words”: New domestic abuse training program to tackle support gaps

by Megan Pocock | Feb 21, 2025 | Community, Crime, News, Top stories, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A new training program is set to launch in early March and aims to close critical gaps in domestic abuse support.  Developed by Barnsley-based charity Resolute, the program targets professionals across workplaces, social services, and police to better recognise...

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