Sheffielders ‘outraged’ at energy bill rise

by admin | Feb 10, 2022 | Environment, Top Story 4 - Home Page Picture

Last week, Britain’s independent energy regulator, Ofgem announced an expected surge in the energy price cap of 54 per cent from April 1.    This may see the average bill increase to as much as £1,915, affecting nearly 22 million households across the UK. ...

How one man works to expand the Peak District climbing scene

by admin | Feb 10, 2022 | Community, Environment, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A Sheffield climber has ‘developed’ multiple new climbing sites in the Peak District. Carlos Montero, 30, spends most of his time climbing but when he’s not – he’s clearing up overgrown or unexplored boulders. So far, through his efforts, he has...

Local Community groups being set up in Sheffield to help protect Swifts.

by admin | Feb 10, 2022 | Community, Environment, Top Story 4 - Home Page Picture

New community groups in Sheffield have been set up to help a rare breed of birds which are at risk of extinction. Swifts are now classed as a globally threatened breed, and have seen their numbers cut in half in the last 20 years. The Sheffield S11 Swifts are one of...

Cost of Living Protest to take place after energy prices soar

by admin | Feb 10, 2022 | Community, Environment, Politics, Top stories, Top Story - Home Page Lead

A protest against the cost of living crisis is taking place in Sheffield this Saturday, following the dramatic rise in energy bills. It will take place at the Town Hall at 10pm and is organised by the People’s Assembly Sheffield. It’s one of 19 protests happening...

Tree mush causing problems for Sheffield residents

by joa20hh | Feb 10, 2022 | Community, Environment, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Sludge-ridden roads on the school run have been described as a ‘nightmare jungle gym’ by frustrated parents and residents who have hit back at the council for not sorting it out. Trees on Psalter Lane, Endcliffe, are protected by the council –  however the...

Tree mush causing problems for Sheffield residents

by admin | Feb 10, 2022 | Community, Environment, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Sludge-ridden roads on the school run have been described as a ‘nightmare jungle gym’ by frustrated parents and residents who have hit back at the council for not sorting it out. Trees on Psalter Lane, Endcliffe, are protected by the council –  however the...