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Sheffield worker-owned businesses celebrated as boosting companies and economy
A Sheffield brewery that was taken over by its workers has been highlighted as an example of the benefits of employee-owned workplaces.
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Cannabis farm discovered and knives seized within 30 minutes of 999 call after early-morning Stocksbridge raid
Less than 30 minutes after receiving a 999 call, police officers managed to arrest a man and shut down a cannabis farm.
Ryan Burgess: Hunt to find Barnsley man wanted over stalking, harassment and criminal damage reports
A manhunt is underway to find a 27-year-old who is wanted by police in connection with reports of stalking, harassment, criminal damage and domestic offences.
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Sheffield allotment fees set to rise by 5.1%
Sheffield allotment charges are set to rise by 5.1% in two years’ time.
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Here's what Keir Starmer said about Sheffield Wednesday in tribute to club's fans 'at this difficult time'
Sheffield Wednesday fans were mentioned at Prime Minister’s Questions today in a brief tribute from Keir Starmer.
Sheffield city centre PSPO anti-social behaviour order breached more than 2,200 times
The public space protection order for Sheffield city centre has been breached more than 2,200 times in its first six months of operation.
"Please do it for Jason & his family" - Detective in plea for help to secure justice for "Big Red"
Exactly wo years on from the death of dad-of-five Jason “Big Red” Gaskin, who was found fatally injured outside a working men’s club, detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport: Report says re-opened DSA could lose £81m in first nine years
A fully reopened Doncaster Sheffield Airport will be a catalyst for jobs and skills, better transport links, new housing and economic growth offering unrivalled opportunities and impact – but the project is expected to operate at an £81 million loss for its first nine years, a new council report ...
Massive Union Jack flag placed on former council building in Chesterfield after officials removed first one
A defiant property boss has draped a massive Union Jack flag across a former council HQ – after officials ordered him to tear down a smaller version for breaking planning rules.
Sheffield mum transforms home into city's most spooky house and it's open to visitors
The 'spooky' Sheffield house is part-horror, part-fundraiser
South Yorkshire Police seize £50,000 cash stash after drug den bust in Barnsley
This £50,000 stash of cash was seized by police when officers raided a drug den in Barnsley.
Sheffield MP Abtisam Mohammed condemns Yorkshire Water bosses after 'worsening leaks and flooded roads'
A local MP is demanding answers from Yorkshire Water after a number of major pipe bursts over the past few weeks.
Sean Bean's wife Ashley Moore reveals heartbreaking secret cancer battle as she shares hospital snaps
Sean Bean's wife Ashley Moore has shared photos of herself in a hospital gown as she underwent treatment
South Yorkshire commuters warned of potential delays as crash leaves large section of A1M closed
Commuters face disruption this morning following a collision on the A1M.
Shiregreen residents say rat problem on Sheffield estate is getting out of control
A Shiregreen resident says a growing rat problem has left him unable to enjoy his garden - or even invite his grandchildren over.
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Congestion chaos from Cadent repairs 'exactly why' Sheffield should charge utility companies, says councillor
A top councillor says traffic on a major Sheffield route due to gas repairs this week is “exactly why” the city should charge utility companies for digging up roads at peak times.
'Plans to build on green belt land is just like Sheffield's street trees scandal'
'I don’t take being lied to very well, and nor will our communities. This is not good enough.'
Hurricane Melissa: Why the 'supercharged' Category 5 storm approaching Jamaica is so powerful - and dangerous
Scientists say the country will be left with a deep and permanent scar from this ‘beast of a storm’ 🌪
'Racially aggravated assault' at Barnsley McDonald's prompts police investigation
Police are appealing for information after reports of a racially aggravated assault in a fast food restaurant.
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Boy, 8, hospitalised with bleed on the brain by hit-and-run quad bike rider who fled scene in Barnsley
Police are hunting a quad bike rider who reportedly ran over an eight-year-old boy in a hit-and-run in Barnsley.