Teacher Strikes paused for talks: Here’s what you need to know
The NEU and teachers say they want the government to listen to experienced teachers before making policies and to recognise the “broken system” for what it is.
Memorial plaques stolen from Sheffield cemetery
“It’s disgusting, I just don’t get why they’ve done it, it doesn’t make sense, you’re stealing from the dead, it’s awful is what it is.”
Mums United Charitable Bank: Creating a Safe Space in Central Sheffield
Mums United use their platform to create safe spaces for children, and mothers through workshops, job opportunities and sports activities all taking place in the community centre.
Estee Lauder launches voice activated makeup app for visually impaired users.
This app could prove to be very revolutionary for the partially sighted community, and other brands are now expected to follow in Estee Lauder’s footsteps.
Sheffield’s Classical Weekend hits a milestone 10th anniversary this weekend
Classical Sheffield is celebrating its 10th anniversary of ‘Classical Weekend’ tomorrow. The last Classical weekend was back in 2019, reaching over 10,000 people across Yorkshire. The weekend offers a variety of music-making talent all over the city with many...
Education and rail workers take to picket lines demanding better pay and better working conditions
NEU, RMT and UCU unionists took to marching the streets in an effort to demand better pay and working conditions.
MMA popularity in Sheffield soars the week of Leon Edwards UFC 286 fight night
A Sheffield based Mixed martial arts gym has seen the number of members more than double since COVID. With the second British Champion in UFC history, Leon Edwards, set to fight this weekend - MMA is the largest it has ever been in Sheffield in 2023 and one of...
‘Heritage’: Sheffield music concert held to promote Chinese culture
More than 100 classical music fans attended a concert this week which took place to promote Chinese culture and art. The 'Heritage' concert took place last night at the University of Sheffield's Firth Hall for residents in Sheffield. Joining forces with the Confucius...
Iconic Sheffield Wednesday Captain Don Megson has died
Former Sheffield Wednesday Captain Don Megson has "peacefully passed" at the age of 86, as revealed by Alan Biggs on Twitter on behalf of the family. Biggs called Megson "an inspiring leader and a driving left back, one of the top players in the land."...
New bus gate coming to Arundel Gate to reduce pollution levels
A new bus gate is being introduced on Arundel Gate on Monday 20th March 2023 and will restrict the number of cars that can enter the city centre from the Novotel Hotel. The introduction is part of the Council’s plans to reduce pollution within the city and...