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New mental health campaign ‘Crying on the Sofa’ to debut in Sheffield

New mental health campaign ‘Crying on the Sofa’ to debut in Sheffield

by Owen Ratcliffe | Aug 27, 2026 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

A new scheme to destigmatise conversations around mental health is holding its inaugural event in Sheffield.  Crying on the Sofa, founded by Ryan Murphy, was inspired by his own experiences with severe depression. He said: “I couldn’t see a way out; I...
Watch: Cupola Gallery celebrates 35th Anniversary with open exhibition

Watch: Cupola Gallery celebrates 35th Anniversary with open exhibition

by Natasha Owens | Aug 24, 2026 | Culture, Top Story - Home Page Lead

Cupola Gallery is celebrating 35 years of showcasing artists from Sheffield and around the world with a special open exhibition running until 5 September. The Gallery was first established between a betting shop and launderette during a recession in Hillsborough in...
Homeless camp cleared from Sheffield green after complaints from businesses and residents

Homeless camp cleared from Sheffield green after complaints from businesses and residents

by Isabella Massey | Aug 24, 2026 | Top Story - Home Page Lead

A makeshift homeless camp on Ellesmere Green has been cleared by Sheffield City Council following repeated complaints about anti-social behaviour on the grounds.  The camp had stood at the Burngreave green for nine months before it was removed by council workers...
Last orders at the Green Room: the final open mic after 21 years

Last orders at the Green Room: the final open mic after 21 years

by Robin Lee | May 22, 2026 | Culture, Music, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

An iconic music bar in Sheffield has hosted its final open mic ahead of its permanent closure this weekend.  On Thursday evening, Sheffield said farewell to the legendary open mic at the Green Room after 21 years. Over the last two decades, the venue has been a...
WATCH: Student raising awareness for lost teaching compensation

WATCH: Student raising awareness for lost teaching compensation

by Philip Lamb | May 22, 2026 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead, University, Watch

A University of Sheffield student teamed up with the Sheffield branch of the University and College Union to be a voice to students trying to claim compensation for missed teaching due to strikes. The strikes came due to a disagreement with the Union and the...
Local artist calls on Council to give Sheffield Artists opportunities to exhibit work

Local artist calls on Council to give Sheffield Artists opportunities to exhibit work

by Joe Callow | May 22, 2026 | Community, Culture, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

An artist has urged Sheffield Council to do more to support independent artists in the city as he launches a new free exhibition. Local artist Steve Montgomery’s latest exhibition titled ‘It’s All Greek to Me’ is aiming to make art more accessible in Sheffield....
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