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Watch: Weston Park May Fayre returns for another day of family fun
Weston Park’s annual May Fayre returned on Sunday for a day filled with exciting events, activities and food stalls.
Police appeal after woman hospitalised following reported robbery and assault in Doncaster
Police have appealed after reports of an incident that occurred in Lakeside Village, Doncaster.
Watch: Ed Sheeran surprises Sheffield with free concert
Ed Sheeran gave a free pop-up performance to thousands outside Sheffield Town Hall last night. He performed alongside DJ AG and rapper Jme from 7pm to 10pm. Alfie...
Construction work begins for new pub in Sheffield City Centre
The Fargate pub is getting closer to opening after construction work has begun this week.
Council confirm nearly 1,500 homes to be built in Ecclesfield despite opposition from residents
As part of the ‘Sheffield Plan’, Sheffield City Council confirmed in an extraordinary meeting on Wednesday that current plans will go ahead to build 1,494 homes in Ecclesfield and Grenoside.
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Student tells how he ended up in A&E following fracas at darts match
Violence broke out in the crowd at a Varsity darts match, sending some students to hospital.
Safer Sheffield initiative put forward in hopes of reducing crime
The council has prioritised tackling hate crime, anti-social behaviour and reducing violence in order to make Sheffield safer.
Watch: Hallamshire RUFC plan Charity Cup for player diagnosed with MND
Local Sheffield Rugby club will host the Tom Davies Cup in honour of player diagnose with MND.
New CCTV footage shows Sheffield teens celebrating after attempted murder
https://youtu.be/eu4f98bGGik?si=C3H3Gq3m9p-2NK8W This CCTV footage released by South Yorkshire Police today reveals two teenagers laughing and fist-bumping as they...
Sheffield lantern carnival attracts thousands of people
A carnival of giant lanterns and fire dancers attracted thousands of people this weekend in Sheffield.
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Environmentalist concerns about Doncaster airport re-opening
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
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...
Award-winning careers fair returns to Sheffield next week
The UK careers fair will be coming to Sheffield next week on Thursday 20 March with opportunities for job seekers to connect with employees
Sport stars to feature in Sheffield neurodiversity exhibition
A portrait exhibition that aims to spark conversations, amplify voices and foster acceptance around neurodiversity in sport is set to open in Sheffield later this month. Launching during Neurodiversity Awareness Week, Beyond the Label, a project by photographer Jade...
Illuminate your minds with the launch of Sheffield’s newest science exhibition
A new science exhibition focused on light and sustainability began in Millennium Gallery today
World Glaucoma Week: Raising Awareness for Eye Health
This Week is World Glaucoma Week, a period dedicated to raising awareness for the eye disease, glaucoma