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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Watch: SkateJam returns to Sheffield
The annual Skateboard Jam at Castlegate returned on Sunday 17 March as part of Sheffield’s Festival of the Outdoors. MarioLand, the city centre skatepark, featured new ramps and obstacles which experienced skaters and complete beginners could try out for free....
Watch: Sheffield Cycling 4 All hosts try out event for e-assist trikes
Amputees and stroke survivors were among those testing e-assist trikes at Hillsborough Park on Monday. E-assist trikes allow people who have suffered from strokes, spinal or brain injuries, have balance issues, Parkinson's or amputees to 'regain freedom and...
Foodbanks and community café near Bramall Lane are struggling for funding after their ‘busiest winter on record’
Theatre Deli opens five days a week to support artists and communities in Sheffield and offers a free three-course vegan meal every Friday. They have paused their spring performances and café expansion plans due to financial difficulty. This comes at the same time as...
‘Rock your Socks’ – raising awareness on World Down’s Syndrome Day
Sheffield Mencap & Gateway launched its annual 'Rock Your Socks' campaign this month, aimed at raising awareness and funding for individuals with learning disabilities, especially for Down’s Syndrome. Coinciding with World Down’s Syndrome Day on 21 March, the...
Stolen statue returned to Abbeydale Road church
Days after being stolen from Mother of God Catholic Church, a statue of St Joseph has been returned. Two statues, one of Jesus and one of St Joseph were taken last Sunday, however the Risen Christ statue has yet to be returned. Police were alerted of the theft...
Appeal made for identities of Barnsley burglars
South Yorkshire Police have appealed for help identifying two men in connection to a burglary and series of attempted burglaries in Barnsley. It is reported that on Tuesday 5 March, at around 2:15am, two men gained entry to the property of an elderly woman on Illsley...
A feast for the senses: Steam Kitchen street food market returns
Steam Kitchen Street Food Market is set to return to Sheffield this weekend, bringing eight different cuisines with a new appearance of kids corner. This event is open to the public and it will be third year at the Steamworks on Randall Street in Sheffield. It brings...
Doncaster XL Bully attack: ‘Take action now and protect your children’
South Yorkshire Police have urged parents to take action after a three-year-old boy was mauled by a family pet in Doncaster. The boy was bitten on the face by a registered XL Bully after the child attempted to climb the dog, resulting in the boy needing surgery...
