WATCH: Sheffield video games developer hosts workshops to get more women into the industry.

by admin | Apr 29, 2021 | Community, Top stories, Top Story - Home Page Lead, Watch

A Sheffield-based video games developer has been hosting workshops for underrepresented groups after a report showed that the number of female workers in the industry is “significantly under the national average”. Sumo Digital, developers of the Little Big Planet...

WATCH: Third Arrest Made for Murder of Sheffield Solicitor

by admin | Apr 29, 2021 | Crime, Top Story - Home Page Lead, Watch

An 18-year-old Sheffield man has been arrested for the murder of Khurm Javed. On Tuesday, South Yorkshire Police made a third arrest in their investigation into the murder of 30-year-old lawyer, Khurm Javed. Javed was shot at 9:40pm 10 April, following an altercation...

Sheffield Muslims observe Ramadan in lockdown for a second time

by joa18sna | Apr 22, 2021 | Community, Top Story - Home Page Lead

Muslims around the world are currently observing the month of Ramadan, fasting as an act of worship during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. This time is not just about refraining from having food and drink and avoiding sinful behaviour, but for reflection,...

Project Combining Mental Health Support With Boxing Reopens

by joa18hm | Apr 22, 2021 | Sport, Top Story - Home Page Lead

Sheffield-based project, MentalMate, has reopened its doors after months of lockdown. The boxing class has teamed up with mental health charity, Sheffield Mind, to provide mental health support alongside exercise.    Following the re-opening of gyms and exercise...

‘It’s as though the government want to turn Britain into a police state’- South Yorkshire residents react to new policing bill

by job19mw | Mar 25, 2021 | Politics, Top Story - Home Page Lead

The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Court Bill has sparked a variety of clashing opinions amongst residents living in South Yorkshire. The Bill includes a range of proposals for the reform of crime and the justice system in England and Wales, from tougher sentences for...

John Lewis in Sheffield closes for good in ‘incredibly difficult’ decision brought on by pandemic

by joa19jma | Mar 24, 2021 | Top Story - Home Page Lead

Sheffield’s historic John Lewis store is set to close after the retailer announced that eight of their nationwide shops will not be reopening when non-essential retailers can once again open their doors. Much to the disappointment of local residents, the city...