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Sheffield charity expands Good Neighbour Scheme to Doncaster
A Sheffield-based charity has expanded one of its longest running schemes to Doncaster in a bid to combat loneliness and isolation amongst the elderly.
Council tax up by 4.9% for people in Barnsley; Barnsley Budget
Barnsley council has approved an increase of its residents' council tax to make up anticipated cost pressures with regards to expenses like social care in its budget...
New campaign for security measures in schools launched following the death of 15 year old Harvey Willgoose
New campaign for safety in schools launched following the death of 15 Year Old Harvey Willgoose
Sheffield Eagles: Mitch Clark joins RFL rivals York Knights
Rugby player Mitch Clark left Sheffield Eagles earlier this week and has now joined Championship rivals York Knights.
Sheffield Table Tennis star set to shine on the international stage
A Sheffield based table tennis player has been called up to represent Great Britain in Spain and Italy
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Expensive glasses stolen from Sheffield Japanese restaurant
Unique-looking skull-shaped Cocktail glasses and bottle openers have been reported missing from a Japanese restaurant on West Street. Staff from Tsuki, a restaurant in...
Sheffield Council social care funding increases by £29 million
Social care budgets at Sheffield Council have been increased by £29m to ease pressure on the overstretched service. The council have managed to maintain the budget at...
Sheffield road users debate new ‘Hierarchy’ of Highway Code
Sheffielders are split on the new Highway Code advisory, which gives pedestrians the most priority on UK roads. Drivers now have to give way to pedestrians waiting at...
Sheffield road users debate new ‘Hierarchy’ of Highway Code
Sheffielders are split on the new Highway Code advisory, which gives pedestrians the most priority on UK roads. Drivers now have to give way to pedestrians waiting at...
Thousands sign petition to safeguard Liberty Speciality Steels jobs in Stocksbridge amid administration fears
An online petition to protect hundreds of steel worker’s jobs has gained over 2,000 signatures as the threat of liquidation at Liberty Specialty Steel intensifies.
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Sheffield Steelers EHIL season: How to watch ice hockey from anywhere
Sheffield Steelers fans can now watch Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL) games from the comfort of their homes with the launch of a new streaming service. The league is set go ahead despite the Coronavirus pandemic halting supporters from entering arenas. Fans can choose...
Crisis Centre Staff Receive Self Defence Training From Police
Staff at support centre for those affected by domestic violence are offered self defence training to protect themselves.
Barbados Sugar industry to explore biomass energy
Barbados' agricultural industry is planning to expand its reach to the renewable energy sector by producing biomass energy. Speaking to the House Assembly on Tuesday, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Indar Weir, announced the establishment of Grow Energy - a...
Today is the first-ever national City Farm Day!
Today the nation celebrates its first-ever City Farm Day which aims to give thanks to urban-social and community-focused farms, and the role they play in bringing people together. The celebrations span across the country with over 50 city farms being included. Social...
New proposal to put ‘parklet’ on Abbeydale Road
A local community group has proposed a section of Sheffield’s Abbeydale Road be transformed into a mini-park and recreational area.
Broomhill school apologises for arranging visit from a hairdresser
A Sheffield primary school has released an apology after their Headteacher arranged ‘well being haircuts’ for staff by a professional.