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Fundraising: Celebrating our past and the children who inspire our future
Of all the ways to begin 2026, this one feels particularly special. This year, Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust marks its 150th birthday, and alongside it, Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity celebrates 50 years of supporting that incredible care. Two milestones, one shared story, and...
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Sheffield cycling: Readers say whether Dutch roundabout is the answer at Hunter's Bar
Sheffield City Council wants to make a major Sheffield roundabout safer for cyclists - and one option could be a Dutch roundabout.
"I'm going to shoot everybody," drunk woman said before producing "convincing" fake gun outside Barnsley shop
Terrified shoppers were left in fear for their safety after a woman shouted “I’m going to shoot everybody,” before producing a “convincing” imitation firearm and waving it in the air.
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High-speed police chase reaches 70mph through Sheffield streets before Ford Focus crashes on Moor Valley
A car is reported to have driven through red lights during a high-speed police chase through Sheffield.
Safe Sheffield: City's 22 safest neighbourhoods when it comes to violent incidents
These 22 Sheffield neighbourhoods have emerged as the safest when it comes to violent crime.
Sheffield cycling: Work starts on cycling 'super route' on Arundel Gate
Work has started on another new bike lane in Sheffield - a two-way, segregated ‘super route’.
Sheffield Council action plan to improve social care services following criticism by CQC inspectors
Sheffield councillors have been hearing about the action being taken in response to an inspectors’ report saying social care services require improvement.
Sheffield crime: 220 e-bikes and scooters seized by police from city's streets
Police have now seized 220 e-bikes and scooters being used illegally on Sheffield’s streets.
Rotherham council looks to extend free universal baby pack scheme after high take-up
Rotherham Council is set to decide whether to extend its Baby Pack scheme after a survey found a high satisfaction rate among parents who received one.
Sheffield councillor calls for 20mph zone to be extended to shopping areas
A Sheffield councillor has successfully argued for three larger roads in Crookes to be included in a proposed 20mph zone.
Sheffield to Manchester Airport trains: How services from Sheffield and Dore could return in the future
They have been lost for nearly five years - but trains from Sheffield to Manchester Airport could return, according to transport bosses.
Undercover police deployed to Sheffield streets following increase in burglaries
Undercover police officers have been carrying out covert overnight patrols across parts of Sheffield following an increase in burglaries.
Elm Road Eckington: Man taken to hospital after being found injured following suspected attack
Police were called out after a man was injured in a suspected attack in a village near Sheffield.
Over 200 cannabis plants discovered by police in illegal Sheffield city centre drug den
Police are dismantling a drug set-up within the city centre today after receiving reports of ‘suspicious circumstances’.
Thousands of Rotherham homes to benefit from flood protection after back-to-back storms
Thousands of homes across Rotherham are set to benefit from new and upgraded flood defences, as the council pushes ahead with major flood alleviation schemes following a series of severe storms.
Parkour champion says 'we're not reckless' after 'flying' through Sheffield streets
Video captured the momment parkour champion Marc Chastanet performed stunts outside Sheffield Town Hall
Council tax set to rise by 3.95 per cent under Rotherham budget plans
Council tax in Rotherham is set to rise by 3.95 per cent from April under budget proposals being considered by the council.
Debenhams Sheffield: 10 suggestions for what empty department store could be turned into
Nearly five years since its closure, the future of the old Debenhams store in Sheffield is still uncertain. We asked Star readers what they would do with the unused building.
Dog stabbed in Sheffield 'after altercation' - police statement in full
Police have released CCTV images of the man
Popular Sheffield community pub shuts for major makeover
The pub is expected to reopen in February