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Sheffield footballer hosts heart-warming charity game to raise funds for son’s cancer treatment

by Eddie Bryant | May 6, 2023 | Culture, Top Story 4 - Home Page Picture, Watch

Ex-Sheffield Wednesday player Tommy Spurr is hosting a charity match later this month to raise funds for the medical treatment of his four-year-old son, Rio. Rio is battling a rare and aggressive stage four cancer – but the family received the news last Monday that...

Cost of Living forces woman to sell her home and live in a campervan

by Toria Christie | May 5, 2023 | Culture, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2, Watch

The cost of living crisis has affected families up and down the country, with some only being able to afford the bare necessities. Maria Jugg, 49, who used to have a house in Cumbria, had no choice but to sell her house and live in her camper van when her utility...

Four things to do in Sheffield this week to avoid the coronation

by Mia Rose | May 5, 2023 | Culture, News

King Charles III is due to be crowned on Saturday 6 May. Celebrations will be happening around the country and millions will be watching the event. But with many wanting to ditch the crowds and avoid the royal enthusiasts, for whatever reason, ShefNews suggests four...

West Street pub celebrates reopening as part of Craft Union Pub Company

by Rosie Slater | May 5, 2023 | Culture

The Beehive, a familiar staple of Sheffield’s bustling West Street, has reopened its doors today following refurbishments.  The pub is celebrating its reopening in style tonight with a party from 8pm until 2am. The event will see fire breathers and stilt walkers...

Formula 1: A quick guide for new fans

by Toria Christie | May 5, 2023 | Culture, Sport, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

Formula 1 has had a whole new demographic of viewers and fans of the sport over the past year, including a notable increase in female fans. Netflix’s Drive To Survive has done well to introduce the sport to a broader demographic, but watching a race is complicated,...

University of Sheffield Students’ Union voted best in UK for sixth year in a row

by admin | May 5, 2023 | Culture, Education, News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

The Students’ Union at the University of Sheffield has been voted as the best in the UK for the sixth year in a row.  The title was awarded by WhatUni which uses votes from students themselves, through reviews and surveys. The SU offers more than 330 societies...
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