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Rotherham Council behind on government target of 1,111 new homes a year, report shows

The council appear to be falling short of the housing target.

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Show & tell goes wrong as police called to Sheffield primary school over pupil's inactive "WW2 shell"

“As you know we are always delighted that our children share their learning and memories of their holiday”

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British Transport Police probe "deliberate" Sheffield rail-side fires

British Transport Police say they will take “strong enforcement action” against anyone involved

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Sheffield carer jailed for attempting to rape vulnerable and elderly care home resident

“Alshabi broke this duty of care in the most unimaginable way”

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'It's like a race track': Questions over 20mph speed limit after car overturns at busy Sheffield junction

Resident speaks out on the need for better enforcement of speed limits

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Paramedics thought man was drunk but he'd had stroke from pushing car

Ricky Hawley collapsed outside his home after pushing his partner's broken-down car, with his family saying they had to insist he was suffering a stroke.

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Prime Minister backs water safety campaign as nation braces for heatwave

“I just feel so profoundly for the family and friends of those who lost their lives”

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Alleged illegal migrants charged over fake marriage scam to appear at Sheffield Crown Court

The suspects were arrested in Home Office raids carried out earlier this week

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Residents raise noise concerns over plans for new padel courts in Rawmarsh

Over 100 residents have sent in their opposition to the application.

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Sites in Sheffield and Rotherham set for new owner as photos show Speciality Steel is the real deal

Preferred bidder Blastr is in talks to take over the business

YorkshireLive - Sheffield

Sheffield carer who tried to rape 85-year-old dementia patient told police 'I was fasting'

Malek Alshabi managed to get another care job despite previously been convicted of ill-treatment or neglect of a 93-year-old care home resident

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Man to appear in court following alleged Crookes golf club car-smashing spree

A Sheffield man appeared in court after alleged tea-time rampage damaged multiple cars in Crookes

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How hot it will get in Sheffield this weekend following amber weather warning for heat in South England

Another heatwave is heading for the UK - but how hot will it be in Sheffield?

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'Don't waste this opportunity' judge warns as convicted stalker who broke restraining order spared prison

“You have been given a real chance today - don’t waste it”

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Why parents need to learn about dark reality of online groups targeting kids & encouraging sadistic self-harm

“This is almost like gamification of violence whereby suspect groups will score points for whatever they are able to control the victim to do”

YorkshireLive - Sheffield

Chilling grin of 'utterly abhorrent' gun point carjacker who terrorised Yorkshire and left police officer fearing for life

Gavin Bennett terrorised drivers, robbed cars at gunpoint and injured police officers

YorkshireLive - Sheffield

Yorkshire mum speaks out as social media ban 'not a silver bullet'

"There is lots still to be done, but this week childhood won and it’s a huge step in the right direction."

YorkshireLive - Sheffield

Amazing pictures as Sheffield breaks world record in World Cup scarf celebration

Sheffield is celebrating the World Cup in a unique way

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CrossCountry told to improve after being ranked Britain’s worst train operator

CrossCountry is expected to be brought into public ownership next year.

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When meeting between Sheffield councillors and Amey will take place as potholes become "first priority"

The Sheffield councillor taking over a key role looking at the state of city roads has vowed to tackle the number of potholes as his first priority – and is holding a meeting with Amey bosses to raise concerns.