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Driver arrested after man, 83, killed in Rotherham crash

The pedestrian was taken to hospital, but later died

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Man on trial for bomb hoax tells jury why he thought MI5 were 'trying to kill him' during Sheffield siege

“I still believe my life is in danger to this day. There is no doubt in my mind.”

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Sheffield Council "sleepwalking into another street tree scandal" say protesters

Sheffield Council has been warned that it faces “sleepwalking” into another street tree-type scandal over any sale of grass verges or small green spaces.

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Vehicle smashes into property in Stocksbridge causing major emergency response

A building has collapsed on a busy Sheffield road as one person is rushed to hospital

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Rotherham women spend 30% of life in poor health on average, figures show

The report is expected to go to the council cabinet at their meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

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"Weapons fanatic" murdered lodger and hid his remains in concrete-filled barrel for six years, jury told

“You might ultimately conclude that Mr Dyson bit the hand that fed or helped him, and thereafter was made to pay the ultimate price with his life”

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Charity set to close after 30 years helping Sheffield domestic abuse survivors

The charity will continue to provide support to existing clients during a managed closure period

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'Her legacy will be felt for generations' – tributes pour in for Dame Julie Kenny

“A WONDERFUL lady in every sense of the word.”

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Shanice Brookes: Inquest opens into Sheffield bar shooting victim as coroner says 'I can't imagine'

Inquest into the death of 'innocent bystander' Shanice Brookes has opened

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Two women arrested over early hours Barnsley 'stabbing' as another in hospital

Two due to appear in court

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Coroner opens inquest into death of Shanice Brookes following West Street shooting

‘Innocent bystander’ Shanice Brookes died after an incident on West Street

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10-mile section of A57 Snake Pass to Sheffield closed for landslip work

It has four landslips which threaten the future of the road

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‘A decade of opportunity’, council leader Chris Read speaks on Rotherham’s new 10-year plan

“We are resilient, this is who we are.”

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Which city centre roads to be closed for Sheffield Krazy Races soapbox event

It will be the first time the soapbox racing competition comes to Sheffield

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“Committed and dangerous”: South Yorkshire paedophile who offered payment to rape 11-year-old girl jailed

Dixon asked if the pre-teen youngster was “active”, meaning “currently being sexually abused”

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Body found after emergency services sent to South Yorkshire street

Police and ambulance service sent to scene

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Murder investigation continues after body found in former Sheffield TGI Friday site - latest police update

Police found body while conducting enquiries

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Meadowhall to welcome a sweet new opening at Sheffield shopping centre

Work is ongoing ahead of the new launch at Sheffield's Meadowhall

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Woman seriously injured in crash on Stocksbridge bypass, Sheffield

Incident closed major road for hours

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Boy, 17, thrown into bollard by officer during arrest at Raise The Colours Sheffield discharged from hospital

South Yorkshire Police has referred itself to the police watchdog