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Sheffield introduces new laws banning begging and street drinking
New laws that ban begging and street drinking are set to take effect in Sheffield City Centre.
Ground-breaking study improves quality of life for people with Crohn’s and Colitis
A major study has reduced hospital admissions and improved care for people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis by focusing on patient priorities.
Watch: ‘Something for everyone’ at Sheffield Photographic Society exhibition
Sheffield Photographic Society’s annual exhibition returns to Sheffield this week from 28 March to 6 April.
Free orchard planting masterclass for community
Roots allotments site at Bowshaw Views, Dronfield hosted a community orchard planting masterclass on 15 March to bring the community together.
WHSmith to be rebranded as TGJones in high street sale
WHSmith has announced that its high street brand has been sold and plans to undergo a rebrand as TGJones.
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BREAKING NEWS: Charity music event for refugees in Sheffield tonight
Student Action for Refugees (STAR) Sheffield are hosting a Refugee Rhythms event tonight at SADACCA in Sheffield. Survivors of modern slavery and LGBTQ+ asylum seekers...
Healthwatch Sheffield event hopes to raise awareness and understanding about long covid
Healthwatch Sheffield hosted an event this week on Long Covid Awareness Day to raise awareness for the condition.
BREAKING NEWS: Sheffield Charity Delivering “Safe Place To Sleep’ Project After Surge In Demand For Cots
As the cost of living crisis continues to rise, the charity aims to ensure that no baby or infant goes without a proper cot or crib. Bethany Millward, 31, coordinator...
BREAKING NEWS: Sheffield food bank reaches its limit
Burngreave Foodbank has seen a decrease in donations and an increase in referrals over the past year. They say they fear for the future if it continues down this path....
Police launch new safety initiative for Barnsley bars
South Yorkshire Police recently launched a new initiative across Barnsley to increase safety for night venue visitors.
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Sheffield National Video Museum showcases inclusive new way to play best-seller Minecraft
The National Videogame Museum (NVM) is bringing a whole new experience for visitors this February. Their are hosting a special exhibition “Eyeing Up New Ways To Play” during schools’ half-term break. The exhibition is in collaboration with video game charity...
Two men jailed after Sheffield cannabis farm discovered
Two men have been jailed for drugs offences after a cannabis farm was discovered in Sheffield
Interactive and Immersive: Dive Into Sheffield’s Latest Gaming Exhibition
The National Videogames Museum introduces latest gaming technology
Police appeal for a group of men in relation to a robbery and assault
CCTV images have been released after a man was attacked during a robbery in Park Hill. Anyone who believes they could be of assistance to the police can call 101 and quote the investigation number 14/217268/23. Read more about the update here.
A Pandemic Diary: Artist Phlegm captures ‘collective struggle’ in Exhibition
The series consists of 67 pen and ink drawings, which combine the reality of the pandemic with the imaginary world of creatures he has created throughout his career.
Barnsley stabbing victim named by police
The victim of a stabbing in Barnsley in the early hours of Wednesday morning has been named by South Yorkshire Police Lazarus Makono died at the scene following the stabbing, which saw officers called at 1:21am on Wednesday 21 February to reports of a stabbing at a...