‘Just sort it out’ – Bin collection chaos continues at Barnsley Council 

by David Varga | Mar 27, 2025 | Community, News, Top stories, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A Barnsley resident has told ShefNews about her ongoing struggles with waste disposal.   Lauren Wheeler says her brown bin was not emptied for three months during the winter, as Barnsley Council have continued missing their bin collection schedules since...

‘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...

Easter themed baby musical party welcomes new mothers

by Tian'Er He | Mar 20, 2025 | News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A musical party for babies will be held by the Jolly Melodies Music Company in Dronfield this Easter. The party will involve singing, percussion, and refreshments, while every child participating will receive a special gift. The organisers believe this will be a great...

Christians in Sheffield come together to share their love for tech and worship music

by Thomas Booth | Mar 20, 2025 | Community, Culture, Education, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

On Wednesday, Christians around the UK gathered at the Hideaway in Sheffield city centre to watch Christian artists SXXNT and Damares Gomes perform and converse over their love of tech. The event was run by global company FaithTech, whose station in Sheffield is the...

Sheffield Post Office granted 24-hour alcohol licence despite council concerns

by Malise Manso | Mar 13, 2025 | Community, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

A Sheffield Post Office in Broomhill has now been granted a 24-hour alcohol licence, despite objections from residents and local councillors with concerns about potential anti-social behaviour. The Post Office on Fulwood Road will now be selling alcohol around the...

Sheffield Adventure Film Festival returns for 19th year running

by Tom Preston | Mar 13, 2025 | News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

The Sheffield Adventure Film Festival is back for its 19th consecutive year to screen 100 of the best adventure films from around the world.  The festival, which is taking place at the Showroom Cinema from the 21st to the 23rd of March, also offers panel...