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Sheffield’s first ever community Iftar takes place at Hillsborough

Sheffield’s first ever community Iftar takes place at Hillsborough

by Sidney Overstall Khan | Mar 21, 2024 | Community, Culture, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1, Watch

More than 300 people attended an Iftar dinner at Hillsborough stadium on Tuesday to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan. Muslims around the world fast during sunlight and Iftar is the meal they eat to break their fast. The event was organised by the Central Local...
New visa rules restrict care workers coming into the UK but Sheffield not affected

New visa rules restrict care workers coming into the UK but Sheffield not affected

by Madison Rolfe | Mar 15, 2024 | News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

New visa rules impacting the number of care workers coming into the UK will not affect provision in Sheffield, the city’s head of social care has told ShefNews. As of March 11, health workers are restricted from bringing dependents, their family and other workers into...
Former Sheffield United footballer Gerry Summers dies aged 90

Former Sheffield United footballer Gerry Summers dies aged 90

by Harry Thursby | Mar 15, 2024 | News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Gerry Summers, who played for Sheffield United between 1957 and 1964, has died aged 90.  Summers was part of an iconic defence for the Blades, alongside Alan Hodgkinson, Cec Coldwell, Graham Shaw, Brian Richardson and Joe Shaw. The news was announced on Twitter this...
Outdoor learning conference in Sheffield aims to tackle climate emergency

Outdoor learning conference in Sheffield aims to tackle climate emergency

by Georgia Cook | Mar 15, 2024 | News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Efforts are being made to address global warming and enrich school curriculums through an Outdoor Learning Conference held by Sheffield City Council.  The annual conference took place on Wednesday at the Woodland Discovery Centre in Ecclesall Woods as part of the...
Sheffield retains title of best beer in the world

Sheffield retains title of best beer in the world

by Grace Cunningham | Mar 15, 2024 | News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

A recent report from the University of Sheffield stated that the city has retained its position as the real ale capital as it continues to bring in tourism. This will be particularly apparent in the coming summer months. Interview with George Brook George Brook,...
Police launch new safety initiative for Barnsley bars

Police launch new safety initiative for Barnsley bars

by Madison Rolfe | Mar 15, 2024 | News, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

South Yorkshire Police have launched a new initiative across Barnsley in hopes of increasing safety for night venue visitors. The scheme, based in the town centre, is expected to decrease numbers of criminal behaviour and public nuisance whilst focusing on protecting...
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