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‘Friendship Lunches’ fighting back against loneliness epidemic

‘Friendship Lunches’ fighting back against loneliness epidemic

by Laurel Beach | May 9, 2024 | Charity, Community, News

‘Music Makes Memories’ organises ‘friendship lunches’ that are open to all ages and often include entertainment from a range of artists playing songs from over the decades to help people to reminisce.  The lunches are ideal for those living with dementia and can...
Rotherham charity Grimm and Co continues creative writing sessions in new building

Rotherham charity Grimm and Co continues creative writing sessions in new building

by Anabella Prodan | May 9, 2024 | Charity, Community, Education, Front Page Highlights, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

A Rotherham-based literacy charity has permanently moved their clubs and activities into what attendees say is a ‘magical’ building. After four years of building work, Grimm and Co has a new home in a completely renovated church near the town centre. Leo, a young...
WATCH: Legends take to Crucible for World Seniors Snooker Championships

WATCH: Legends take to Crucible for World Seniors Snooker Championships

by Cerys Jones | May 9, 2024 | Community, Sport, Top stories, Top Story - Home Page Lead

The World Seniors Snooker (WSS) Championships is underway in Sheffield, giving local people an opportunity to see legends of the game play at the Crucible Theatre. WSS Chairman Jason Francis said: “Although Sheffield’s hosted the world professional championship for 47...
Industrial action affect Sheffield travellers all week

Industrial action affect Sheffield travellers all week

by Zain Durrani | May 9, 2024 | Community

Train strikes have caused disruption to Sheffield travellers this week.   Industrial action across the nation began on Tuesday, with a week-long strike involving 16 train operators, ASLEF confirmed.  Mick Whelan, General Secretary for ASLEF, said:...
‘Fantastic’ craft market returns to Brinsworth community centre 

‘Fantastic’ craft market returns to Brinsworth community centre 

by Ruth George | May 9, 2024 | Community, Watch

A much-loved craft market run by volunteers at a community centre in Rotherham was held at the weekend.  Dozens flocked to The Centre in Brinsworth on Sunday for a monthly market, where the Brinsworth Community Trust Tombola raised over £120 for other projects...
Watch: Hillsborough hosts annual Sheffield Wednesday community day

Watch: Hillsborough hosts annual Sheffield Wednesday community day

by Ed Stansfield | May 9, 2024 | Community, Culture, Education, Health, News, Sport

Sheffield Wednesday Football Club hosted their annual community day yesterday, with a handful of events taking place throughout the day at Hillsborough.  The aim of the event is to increase community engagement with the supporters of the club. Hundreds took to...
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