Articles by Pati Gwiazda

Sheffield councillors pledge to “take back control of our buses”

May 15, 2025

Sheffield councillors pledge to "take back control of our buses" through a new franchising scheme to be implemented by September 2027. Ian Smith, Assistant Director of Bus Reform at the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA), highlighted the importance of...

Watch: Student musicians shine at ‘Battle of the Bands’ event

May 15, 2025

A ‘Battle of the Bands’ event showcased the talents of the Sheffield University Big Band and Music Players’ Society last Monday. The show was held in the Students' Union's Foundry and consisted of three acts: FriNJE, the Blues Band, and the University Big Band. ...

COVID day of reflection honours lasting pain of the pandemic

Mar 13, 2025

A memorial event to mark the second COVID day of reflection was held at Balm Green Gardens on Sunday.  A series of speeches commemorated all those lost during the pandemic, and those who still suffer today.  Members of the public created leaves to hang from...

World Book Day giveaway for Sheffield primary schools

Mar 6, 2025

Two Sheffield primary schools have each won a free book bundle in celebration of World Book Day. Charlotte Jenkins, 33, a stay-at-home mum and independent Usborne partner, organised an online book giveaway. Shooters Grove Primary School in Stannington and Meynell...