The University of Sheffield denies ‘spying’ accusations
The University of Sheffield has denied accusations that it has been 'spying' on students who have advocated for Palestine. This comes following a joint investigation by Al Jazeera, a news company, and Liberty, which found that 12 universities, including the University...
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David Gray’s nostalgic Sheffield performance brings generations of fans together
Fans were transported back in time last night as David Gray delivered a heartfelt and nostalgic performance at Sheffield City Hall, reminding the crowd why his music continues to resonate after more than two decades. The concert drew hundreds of spectators, many of...
Teenage Aldo Hasani from Sheffield sentenced after police find cannabis farm
Operation Mille exposed a £3 million illegal operation between 17 February and 21 February, officers in all four districts in South Yorkshire executed 17 drug warrants – resulting in over 3,000 cannabis plants being seized and 13 people arrested. A total of 3,281...
Sheffield producer was ‘blown away’ by Adolescence script
A Sheffield producer has told ShefNews how he was instantly "blown away" seeing the script of Netflix' hit series Adolescence. Warp Films, created in 1999, is a Sheffield film production company who have also produced This is England, Four Lions, and upcoming BBC...
‘A single covid infection decimated my life’: long covid sufferer calls on council for more support
A woman who was 'decimated' by long covid has told councillors how the condition left her unable to sit up or even open her eyes for a few seconds. Fran Haddock, 34, a former veterinarian surgeon in Sheffield was diagnosed with long covid after contracting the virus...
Sheffield’s Festival for Social Action inspires students to make a difference
Sheffield’s first-ever Festival for Social Action has brought together students, academics, and community groups to inspire action on climate, conservation, and social justice. Organised by Change Lab, in partnership with the Sheffield Students’ Union, the festival...
Students team up with environmental group to help transform allotment site
Discovery Outdoors and the University of Sheffield’s landscape and architecture department are collaborating to help connect young people with the environment. John Bray, co-founder of Discovery Outdoors said: "I really wanted to start this organisation that could...
Long-running record fair set to return to Sheffield this weekend
A long-running record fair is set to return to Sheffield this weekend – bringing together record collectors from across the city and country. Premier Records hosts year-round fairs across England, with record dealers invited to sell a genre-spanning range of items....
Steamworks hosts Night Market Social to support local creatives
The Night Market Social, run by Craft&Flea, took place last night, celebrating more than 40 makers, artisans, street food vendors and more. Craft&Flea is a female-owned business based in Sheffield, which runs events across the country, providing its own spin...
