“It feels like we’re constantly looking over our shoulder” University of Sheffield staff take part in UCU strikes
A number of staff at the University of Sheffield are on strike this week, taking part in action organised by the UCU (University and College Union).
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Sheffield music lovers turn up in support of Palestine
Gig goers arrived at Shakespeare’s in Sheffield last night in support of the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF). The fundraiser aimed to use Sheffield’s strong association with music to raise money for a worthy cause. Charlie Davies, one of the...
Watch: Veezu driver reacts to protests and the issues taxi drivers in Sheffield face
Veezu driver Mehrdad breaks down in interview over the reasons why drivers for the company protested outside their offices this week. Furious drivers have said that the amount they will have to hand over in commission is now set to increase from 20% to 35%. Also, the...
Sheffield’s unique poster convention returns after last year’s massive success
After last year's 300 person sellout event at Sheffield’s Trafalgar Warehouse, Vice Press return in 2024 to host their second annual Open House Poster Convention and Social at The Steamworks, a venue with over double the capacity. The event is dedicated to poster...
South Yorkshire Police support National Stalking Awareness Week to help victims ‘living in fear’
South Yorkshire police is one of just seven police forces in the UK to have a dedicated stalking officer. Stalking Awareness Week runs from 22 to 28 April, led by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust. This year the trust is focusing on multi-agency working and is calling for...
Man re-bailed in Adam Johnson case
A man who was arrested in regards to the investigation surrounding the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson has been re-bailed. The Nottingham Panthers player, who suffered a fatal cut to the throat during a match against the Sheffield Steelers on October 28, 2023...
‘We can shape the future of fashion and sustainable living’, says new eco-friendly business.
Sheffield duo set up sustainable, Sheffield-based business after attending Creamfields Music Festival to participate in the clean up and were left shocked by how many tents had been abandoned. Founders of the brand ReTribe Lauren Mason, 35 and Ben Harman, 33 had been...
Doncaster Mind set up mental health connectors to tackle neglected areas across the city
The mental health charity Mind have launched drop-in sessions run by mental health connectors across Doncaster to ensure everyone has equal access to mental health support. Zain Fayed, who manages the care connector project said: “This is a system which means people...
Watch: Campaigners petition for water fountain installation
A petition for the installation of water fountains in and around Sheffield parks has been started by a local environmental group. Sheffield Action on Plastic, a local environmental group focusing on eliminating wasteful plastic use is petitioning Sheffield City...
