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70% of public housing to receive solar panels under new housing decarbonation plan
Plans to decarbonise Sheffield involves providing 70% of council homes with solar panels. Sheffield City Council has approved a 2025-26 housing decarbonation plan which...
Penistone rail line gets £1.5 million boost
Sheffield train station, where the Penistone Line terminates. £1.5 million has been granted for plans to improve the Northern trains rail line that runs from...
Sheffield asylum seekers find healing in harmonies
Acclaimed classical musician launches music initiative for refugees and appeals to local artists to step up
Litter pickers act after Council considers a motion to grow the Green City
Sheffield City Council has pledged to support community litter pickers to keep the streets of the Green City clean. At a Transport meeting on 30 April, Sheffield City...
Prayers in the Peaks: international students find divine solace in Sheffield’s nature
The Peak District has become a popular prayer destination for international Muslim students who have discovered a piece of heaven away from home. Students go in groups...
Sheffield Christmas markets confirmed to return after success of last year
The 'Crackers for Christmas' event last year was branded a great success and will return for 2025. The event will be packed with festive fun, including live...
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‘Higher education is on its knees’ claims striker as industrial action at University of Sheffield begins
Ten days of UCU strike action and demonstrations began at The University of Sheffield with a walkout by staff on April 30. The UCU - University and College Union -...
Brand new ‘hilarious’ family show hits the stage in Sheffield
A comedy named ‘Happily, Never After’ is a fairytale inspired show is set to open in Sheffield at the Library Theatre in April. The show consists of a cast from MK...
Art fair showcases Sheffield’s creativity
An art fair featuring paintings, pottery, crochet creations, jewellery and more will take place at the Brother’s Arms pub on Well Road in Heeley on Saturday 29 March....
Sheffield medical practice’s future remains uncertain under temporary management
A Sheffield medical centre's future remains in doubt after the previous long-standing doctor became ill and later died. Harold Street Medical Centre in Walkley has been...
Architects who will lead refurbishment of Sheffield Town Hall announced
The architects who will restore and refurbish the town hall sustainably to ensure it remains a Grade 1 listed heritage asset have been appointed. Sheffield City...
New scheme offers £90,000 of grants to improve Sheffield’s Chapel Walk
Grants totalling £90,000 are available to encourage new businesses to start up in Sheffield's Chapel Walk. Business start-up grants of up to £10,000 are available...
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Sheffield Action on Plastic holds Easter sustainability market
Sheffield Action on Plastic held its spring sustainability market with eco-friendly products, food and gifts on offer. The aim of the market was to reduce the amount of single use plastic being used in businesses and for people to become more aware of how it is...
Men cycle 195 miles in 17 hours to raise money for Dementia UK
Two friends cycled 195 miles from Worksop in Nottinghamshire to Ecclefechan in Dumfries and Galloway in aid of Dementia UK. Sheffield man Mark Gebbie raised £1,605 for Dementia UK. He did the ride with friend Glen Cutts and between the two of them they raised...
Sheffield homes to benefit from £3.4M to boost energy efficiency
More than 200 homes in Sheffield are set to benefit from a £3.4 million energy efficient scheme. The ‘ Warm Homes Grant’ aims to reduce carbon emissions and support residents on low incomes. It will enable applicants to receive funding for energy efficient...
Stewardship scheme thriving after successful environmental clean ups
A scheme to improve the appearance of Sheffield's roads and pavements while helping young people find employment has been praised as a success. The Environmental Stewardship scheme saw Sheffield City Council pair up with engineering company Amey to help young people...
Council backs £3m investment to boost jobs in South Yorkshire Investment Zone
A £3 million investment has been given approval by Sheffield City Council in an attempt to boost job opportunities and the economy in South Yorkshire. The money will be put into the South Yorkshire Investment Zone and comes from a development fund. The council hopes...
Trading Standards seize over 27,000 illegal vapes from Sheffield city warehouse
Over 27,000 illegal vapes have been seized from a Sheffield warehouse by the city council's Trading Standards team. The council revealed that Trading Standards' officers seized the illegal devices in a citywide crackdown on the supply of illegal tobacco and vapes. The...