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Fundraising: With charity support we can help children feel less nervous when coming to hospital
I am an MRI radiographer at Sheffield Children’s and with help from Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, our team are introducing a new way to support children when they’re visiting hospital.
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Ben Saxby: Partner's update as young dad-to-be still fights for life nine days after North Anston incident
A young dad-to-be is still fighting for his life in hospital nine days after an incident in a Rotherham street resulted in him being rushed to hospital.
Sheffield Arena: Travellers set up camp at city's largest events venue
Sheffield Arena has issued a statement after travellers set up an unauthorised camp on its car park.
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Sheffield Hallam University: Staff warned they may not get paid on time over banking issue
Staff at a city university are holding their breath over whether they will be paid on time this week.
Almost 40 new homes proposed right next to Park Square Roundabout in Sheffield
Plans have been submitted to Sheffield City Council for a new residential development that could see nearly 40 homes built just outside the city centre.
Sheffield criminal's life of crime comes with a hefty price tag
Almuez Hamid was jailed in November 2024, and has now been made to pay back £69,000
Teenage horse riders left 'shaken' after being 'hit with bucket'
The teenagers were enjoying a horse trek through Ecclesall Woods on July 23
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Sheffield MP questions Home Office on implementation of safety measures after Harvey Willgoose murder
A local MP has addressed Parliament as she calls for a national panel’s findings to be implemented to ensure that no schoolchild faces the same tragedy as Harvey Willgoose.
Parking ban proposed near South Yorkshire Police stables in Barnsley
New waiting restrictions have been proposed on a narrow lane in Cudworth following complaints from the South Yorkshire Police Mounted Section.
Famous Sheffield landmarks to glow in brand-new ‘Light Up Sheffield’ show this Christmas
Sheffield is getting a brand-new festive attraction this December as artists light up the city’s most famous landmarks with creativity and Christmas cheer.
Police investigating alleged Sheffield "horse spooking" incident release image of man they want to speak to
An investigation has been launched into an alleged “horse spooking” incident in Sheffield, during which a man is reported to have assaulted two teenage riders.
Bonnie Blue fans handed strict warning ahead of Yorkshire nightclub event
An 'important notice' has been issued ahead of the event
Almuez Hamid: Sheffield drug dealer to pay back almost £70,000 made through life of crime
A Sheffield drug dealer has been ordered to pay back almost £70,000 from his profits after he was found to have made more than £110,000 from his life of crime.
Sheffield Council extend the 20mph speed limit to busy road in Brincliffe
A new Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) will be implemented on a busy road in Sheffield after a council committee approved the proposal for a 20mph speed limit.
Christmas 2025: Iconic landmarks to be lit up with Sheffield art in new event for the city
This December, Sheffield will shine brighter than ever as three of its most iconic landmarks – Sheffield Cathedral, Sheffield Central Library, and Pounds Park – are set to be transformed with breathtaking light projections inspired by the city’s heritage, creativity, and community.
Devon Myrie: Tributes to much-loved Sheffield dad 'with a big smile' after tragic death in city gym
Tributes have been paid to a popular Sheffield dad with 'a big smile' who died tragically at a city gym.
Barnsley Council warns of tax collection shortfall in latest performance report
Barnsley Council is forecasting a shortfall in council tax and business rates collection, according to its first-quarter performance report.
Barnsley Council forecasts £3.8m overspend amid rising children’s care costs
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is forecasting a £3.8m overspend this year, driven largely by pressures in children’s social care and home-to-school transport.
New safety measures cut accident rate for Barnsley waste crews
New measures to improve safety within Barnsley Council’s waste collection service are beginning to reduce accidents, according to its latest health and safety report.
Britain’s military stealth edge built on Sheffield-Rotherham border
Behind the walls of a nondescript factory, engineers are building technology that could shape the balance of power beneath the oceans – and maybe boost South Yorkshire’s economy in the process.