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Cannabis stench in car leads to Doncaster drug dealer locked up
A drug dealer has been jailed for four years after patrolling officers became suspicious of a strong smell coming from his vehicle. Lewis Darcy, 26, of Carr View Avenue appeared in Sheffield Crown Court last Friday and pleaded guilty to possession with intent to...
£16m neuroscience build begins as striking staff continue to highlight ongoing cuts
"It's tone deaf to be celebrating a multi million investment when staff are currently concerned for their jobs." said a Professor at the University of Sheffield. Work...
Homelessness crisis continues in Sheffield amid rising demand and strained resources
Sheffield is grappling with a worsening homelessness crisis, as a surge in rough sleeping and escalating temporary accommodation costs place mounting pressure on local...
Ex-Sheffield MP Lord Blunkett unveils plan to fix ‘broken’ Yorkshire railways
The plan looks to get the county ‘back on track’
Sheffield night market success!
Last night, crowds gathered at Sheffield Steam Works for the night market, hosted by Craft & Flea. The event took place at Bramall Lane between 5pm and 10pm....
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Barnsley sack head coach Darrell Clarke
Barnsley F.C. have sacked their manager Darrell Clarke following a run of seven losses in the last 11 matches.
Historic pub sells out ghost hunt
The Old Queen’s head showcases its spooky past
Sheffield Post Office granted 24-hour alcohol licence despite council concerns
Broomhill Post Office has faced backlash since the licence grant has been announced.
Sobering reality: How Gen Z drinking culture affects independent brewers
The Beer industry has adapted to a “less is more” approach, with independent breweries becoming increasingly popular with Gen Z consumers.
Model railway business to open at Sheffield train station
Model railway business, Rails of Sheffield are hoping to change the narrative of it being an ‘old person hobby’.
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Nature event to aid families affected by cancer
A nature based drop-in event takes place tomorrow in Sheffield to support those impacted by cancer. Organised by Charlie Hill and Rose Tomson at Woodland Wellbeing, the event will be held from 10am to 12pm at the Shire Brook Valley Nature Reserve. The Family...
Hillsborough councillor calls for Tramlines to do more to repair park paths
Residents and councillors believe Tramlines money isn’t stretching far enough as paths throughout Hillsborough Park need restoring. They told Shef News that they believe Tramlines should be doing more to restore the park after its use, due to paths across the...
Watch: Multi-generational South Yorkshire orienteers take part in Endcliffe sprint
South Yorkshire Orienteers (SYO) hosted an all-ages sprint event at the University of Sheffield, Endcliffe Campus on Wednesday evening. The oldest participant, Monika Cooper, is 79 years old and still enjoys the event after years of participating. She said: “I was the...
Notts Queer History Archive Hosts Talk to Conclude Queer History Month
Stories of struggle and resilience by members of the LBGTQ+ community were shared at a talk at Sheffield Central Library on Wednesday. Journalist and author CJ De Barra began this project just over three years ago, preserving stories that would have been lost...
Sheffield ceasefire movement to meet with local MP about Gaza
A Sheffield ceasefire campaign group has arranged to meet with the MP for Sheffield Central to discuss the government handling of the Israel/Gaza Conflict. Sheffield Friends of Standing Together have held bi-weekly half-an-hour vigils outside Sheffield Town Hall since...
Market to support families struggling with cost of living
Preloved children's items will be sold at a special market tomorrow at Dinnington High School in Sheffield to support families facing the rising cost of living crisis. The event, hosted by Boutique Baby Sale, aims to offer an affordable alternative for families to buy...