Retail staff in Sheffield raise concerns over increased hostility from customers during Covid-19
Retail staff in Sheffield have voiced their concerns over increased aggression and verbal abuse from customers during the pandemic. Olivia Redfern, 20, a retail worker in the city, said: “Customers don’t see retail workers as people. They see us as objects just there...
Sheffield cemeteries come together to remember the Great Sheffield Flood on 157th Anniversary
Cemeteries around the city have paid tribute to the victims of the Great Sheffield Flood this week by sharing the stories of those who died in the tragedy 157 years ago. The flood, which happened on 11 March 1864, was caused by the collapse of the Dale Dyke Dam,...
Four-year-old girl to cycle 100 miles for mental health awareness
A four-year-old Barnsley girl is taking on the challenge of cycling 100 miles throughout March and April to raise awareness and funds for the charity Rethink Mental Health. Chelsea Ellis, from Kendray, has managed to raise £350 so far after making pictures with...
Sheffield Hallam Uni pioneer energy-generating playground
Sheffield Hallam University has designed and installed the first energy harnessing playground at a school in India. The hydroponic playground, which includes seesaws and growing frames, stimulates crop growth by using energy generated by children as they play. Heath...
Plans to reform local democracy under Sheffield People’s referendum
The Sheffield People’s referendum on whether the city council should keep its strong-leader system, or change to a modern committee system instead, is due to take place on 6 May this year. The referendum was sparked due to a non-party-political community group called...
£30,000 Worth of Paracetamol Stolen from Sleeping Lorry Driver
Police are appealing for information after thieves target vehicle contaning £30,000 worth of painkillers.
Preview: Sheffield Wednesday vs Norwich City
This Sunday Sheffield Wednesday welcome a Norwich side in storming form to Hillsborough in their quest for survival. Over the last six games Norwich have scored 12 goals and conceded just one, picking up 18 points in the process. They now sit with a 10-point lead at...
Sheffield Church launch Toilet Twinning scheme during Lent
A Sheffield Church is raising money to promote better sanitation in underdeveloped countries.
Dirty Cops: Scammers posing as SYP sergeants chasing locals’ personal data
SYP are urging the public to be wary of these scammers and to call 101 if they have any concerns.
Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Liam Shaw’s move to Celtic confirmed
Sheffield Wednesday confirmed promising youngster Liam Shaw’s move to Scottish giants Celtic yesterday. The 19-year-old, a midfielder who came through the club’s academy, will move on a free transfer and has agreed a pre-contract agreement. After making his first-team...