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Sheffield school bid to take over part of park for sports pitches
A Sheffield primary school is attempting to lease part of a city park to use as playing fields.
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Praise for Sheffield wildlife protection plan in Shirebrook Valley
A project to protect wildlife and natural habitats in a rural area of Sheffield has won cross-party praise from city councillors.
Teen celebrates birthday by taking Charity support to new depths
An inspiring teen is set to complete an epic challenge of swimming 45 miles in 11 weeks to raise money for The Children’s Hospital Charity.
Sheffield College Peaks Campus closure critic praises newly-reopened specialist centre
The controversial change of use of a Sheffield College campus to a specialist centre has been praised by one of its critics.
Nursery bosses fears closure over planning delays
Bosses at a Barnsley nursery say they may be forced to close over a stalled planning application for its new premises.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park: Adorable photos show two young cheetah cubs experiencing snow for first time
Adorable photos have shown two young cheetah cubs in South Yorkshire experiencing snow for the first time.
Five candidates announced for December by-election
Five candidates are vying for a seat on Barnsley Council in a by-election which was called after the resignation of a councillor.
Brazen crook with city centre ban jailed after breaching order five times
Stephen Hopkinson ignored the criminal behaviour order five times
Sheffield’s new strategy ‘tackling domestic and sexual abuse and violence’ against women and girls approved
The first strategy aiming to tackle domestic and sexual abuse and violence against women and girls in Sheffield since 2014 has been approved.
Christmas toys 2024: ‘hottest toys’ list revealed and it includes a ‘fart blaster’ and Stitch toys
Santa might be on the hunt for these gifts this year 🎅
Liberty Steel: D-Day for South Yorkshire steelworkers as debt-ridden firm faces winding up petition
Steelworkers in South Yorkshire say eight weeks of pension contributions have gone unpaid - as the company faces a winding up petition.
Sheffield weather: More snow this weekend with yellow weather warning issued for 40mph wind and heavy rain
Sheffield should brace itself for 45mph winds, heavy rain and - yes, possibly - more snow this weekend.
Three-vehicle crash on M1 near Meadowhall in Sheffield causing traffic delays
Motorists travelling on a section of the M1 are experiencing delays, following a three-vehicle crash near Meadowhall which resulted in a lane closure.
Miners closer to Orgreave Inquiry after meeting with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper
The Orgreave Truth and Justice Campaign group described a meeting with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to discuss an ‘Orgreave inquiry’ as “extremely positive”.
Weather dog owners advice: When is it too cold to walk your dog? Advice on walking dogs in low temperatures
With temperatures having plummeted, bringing snowy and icy weather across the UK, it’s important to keep your dog warm during their walk
What is a dodgy Firestick? How to tell if your Firestick is illegal and what the punishment is
You could land in some hot water 😬
Sheffield power cuts: Homes left without electricity for more than 24 hours may be entitled to compensation
Some homes in Sheffield have been left without electricity for more than 24 hours, as work continues to restore power.
Samuel Youdan: Police name man, 26, found in Rotherham canal and appeal for witnesses after tragic death
Police want help understanding how a young man who tragically died last weekend came to be in a Rotherham canal just beforehand.
Man and woman due in court after victim suffers 'life-changing injuries' in Doncaster dog attack
A man and woman have been charged after a man suffered life-changing injuries in a dog attack.
Black Friday: the 10 scams shoppers need to watch for as Amazon sales start
Shoppers need to remain vigilant over Black Friday 🚨