Rotherham Council defends ‘unfair’ decision to double adult social care prices

by Joe Beck | Mar 20, 2025 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

The Councillor responsible for adult social care in Rotherham has defended the decision to increase prices, calling it ‘the right decision’. The price rises are for various adult services as part of the council’s budget for the 2025-26 financial...

New exhibition unveiled showcasing the work of animator Arthur Humberstone

by Liv Tutill | Mar 20, 2025 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

A new exhibition celebrating the unseen work of animator Arthur Humberstone has been brought to life. The exhibit, put together by BA Graphic Design final year students at the Sheffield Hallam University, showcases archive material and artwork from his time as lead...

Fiancée of murdered Sheffield delivery driver left with ‘a broken heart’ as killer jailed for life

by James Cain | Mar 14, 2025 | Community, Crime, News, Top stories, Top Story - Home Page Lead

The fiancée of a murdered Sheffield man has told a court that she wishes she could ‘turn back time’ as his killer was jailed for life. 42-year-old Amazon delivery driver Claudiu-Carol Kondor died after his van was crashed into parked cars as he tried to...

Watch: Sheffield community champions celebrated at the Lord Mayor Awards 

by Kate Nicholls | Mar 14, 2025 | Community, Culture, Politics, Top Story - Home Page Lead, Uncategorised

Sheffield’s most skilled and devoted citizens were recognised at the Lord Mayor Awards last night. The event at Sheffield Town Hall celebrated those who go above and beyond to make Sheffield a booming place to live. Councillor Jayne Dunn, the Lord Mayor of Sheffield,...

Environmentalist concerns about Doncaster airport re-opening

by James Cain | Mar 14, 2025 | Community, Environment, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

An environmental group have voiced concerns about the planned re-opening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) next year. Last month, City of Doncaster Council approved a one-off £10 million funding package to continue with re-opening DSA, previously known as Robin...

Successful film screening celebrates history of pioneering female mechanics in Sheffield

by Rosie Wallace | Mar 14, 2025 | Community, Culture, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

Sheffield Central Library hosted a packed screening of short film Gwenda’s Garage on Wednesday night, featuring the ground-breaking women-run garage from 1985. The screening was followed by a panel discussion with LGBTQ+ activists, highlighting the challenges faced by...