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1 in 33 patients with suspected autism had appointment in correct time frame, report reveals
A new NHS report reveals that in South Yorkshire, potentially autistic patients face extended appointment waiting times.
South Yorkshire boasts three of seven RIBA shortlisted building projects
The Wave, Petronella House and AESSEAL’s factory for the Future all make RIBA’s shortlist.
Doncaster Royal Infirmary adds new £14,000 sensory room for children with additional needs
Doncaster Royal Infirmary creates a new sensory room for children funded by community donations.
Group supports East Asian families impacted by dementia
Dementia is a growing issue within Sheffield’s ethnic communities, with language barriers and stigma leave families struggling alone.
Doncaster shoplifter arrested after failed canal jump escape
Police in Mexborough caught and arrested a prolific shoplifter for stealing shortly after his release from prison for the same offence.
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Storm Dudley causes disruption to Sheffield residents – as Storm Eunice set to blow in
An red warning for wind has been issued for large parts of England and Wales from Thursday afternoon into Friday as Dudley leaves and Storm Eunice arrives.
Sheffield Sharks thriving at halfway point of season
The Sheffield Sharks are at the halfway point through the season of the British Basketball Championship but has it been a success?
Watch dogs help South Yorkshire Police staff after traumatic events
More than a dozen adorable dogs are helping South Yorkshire Police staff after traumatic events.
Sheffield Steelkings named Parasport’s club of the month
Sheffield Steelkings Para Ice Hockey Club have been named Parasport’s UK club of the month, as they aim to get more people involved.
Sheffield Wednesday fans angered by late postponement
Sheffield Wednesday’s game versus Accrington Stanley was postponed late on, after a long pitch inspection, angering both sets of fans
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Controversial ‘Protests’ Bill passes parliamentary reading
The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill is legislation involving government proposals on crime and justice but its most controversial issue is its portion on protests.
Sheffield City Council grants emergency tree fund for Treevitalise Project
A proposal was approved to be effective from today by accepting £183,319 Emergency Tree Fund for Community Forestry’s bid and to deliver a green project in Sheffield. Sheffield was granted with the Woodland Trust’s fund to promote the Treevitalise project to help meet...
World Against Racism – Virtual rallies to take place this weekend for Anti-Racism Day
In Britain, people will be taking the knee across the country on Saturday for UN Anti- Racism Day to stand together in solidarity. Sheffield group, Stand Up To Racism Sheffield, are hosting a virtual rally to stand up against racism, islamophobia, fascism and...
Doncaster Paedophile Sentenced
A Doncaster man has been jailed for child sexual offences. Michael Antony Lloyd, 64, was sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of sexual assault on a child. He was charged with two counts of sexual assault, which happened when the victim was 11...
Two more arrests following last week’s in missing Barnsley man case
Two more arrests relating to a missing Barnsley man have been confirmed by South Yorkshire Police. Richard Dyson, 58, has been missing since November 2019. Police had been treating it as a missing persons case until last week's arrest of a 67-year-old man, from...
Sheffield ‘Superstar’ pedals on for mental health charity
Last week, Shefnews reported that an incredible 4-year-old was taking on the challenge of cycling 100 miles in both March and April. Chelsea Ellis, 4, from Handsworth, Sheffield, hopes to ride 200 miles in total. She has most recently hit the 50-mile milestone and has...