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Watch: Student musicians shine at ‘Battle of the Bands’ event
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'...
400 page documents and 100 page agendas make tough reading for Sheffield public
Complicated, lengthy documents and 100-page-long agendas are making it hard for people in Sheffield to access vital information - it has been claimed. Members of...
Sheffield experiences driest spring for 90 years – increasing threat of hosepipe ban
Yorkshire Water water has launched its drought plans, with the threat of a future hosepipe ban after Sheffield experienced its driest spring in 90 years. The recent...
Sustainable fashion favourite closes Meadowhall pop-up after successful year
Independent vintage second-hand clothing brand, Glass Onion, has closed the doors of its Meadowhall pop-up store after a successful year-long run. The brand opened its...
New proposals for low carbon ‘district heating’ in Sheffield
A new programme to provide low carbon 'heat districts' for Sheffield have been proposed as part of its push for net zero, aiming to benefit the city by cutting levels...
Improvements to home-to-school transport aims to empower students by increasing their independence
Proposals for changes to Post-16 Home-to-School Travel Support sets to enhance independent travel training for students with SEND, a service that provides support for...
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Women’s history month- Meet the women making history in our community
As women's history month draws to a close, ShefLive reached out to celebrate three local women and what they have done for our community. Tracey Ford, Janet Blackburn...
Sharrow Lantern Carnival sees another year of success
The Sharrow Lantern Carnival took place in Sheffield General Cemetery this year, with thousands of people showing their support at the event. This year’s theme...
Wildflower project to support bumblebees in Sheffield returns
A popular wildflower project established to support bumblebees in Sheffield has returned for a second year. Bee Squared is a project by Ecclesfield Parish Council...
How dog flea powder and litter are threatening wildlife in Sheffield’s rivers
Dog owners are being warned against letting their pets swim in Sheffield's rivers, after research found that commonly-used flea treatment can be deadly to aquatic...
Concerns for parents of SEND students over Sheffield’s £7.1m transport overspend
A £7.1m overspend on Sheffield's Home-to-School transport has left special educational needs and disability (SEND) children and their stressed parents facing an...
Tree recycling scheme raises £26,563 for Children’s Hospital Charity
A Sheffield Christmas Tree recycling scheme has raised over £100,000 in seven years for the Children's Hospital Charity, with plans to expand further. Organisers...
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Wednesday Ladies star nets goal on senior debut – 24 hours after cup final victory
A Sheffield Wednesday star has scored on her first-team for the club - the day after winning the U16 cup final. Wednesday Ladies U16s players Trinity Jae-Elliott and Layla Buxton both featured in the Sheffield and Hallamshire Women’s and Girls league final on Saturday...
Ducks return to race Sheffield’s River Porter next month
Endcliffe Park’s “spectacular” duck race will return for another year this Easter Monday. On 21 April, Friends of the Porter Valley will be releasing 2,500 plastic ducks into the River Porter to raise money for a pétanque court for Bingham Park. The pétanque...
Sheffield named as one of the best places to live in South Yorkshire
The Sunday Times has unveiled its list of the best places to live in Yorkshire, with Sheffield earning recognition as one of the top places to live in the North. The judges were looking for vibrant locations with a strong sense of community, meaning their verdict...
Late-night liquor licence for post office divides residents
Broomhill Post Office on Fulwood road.
New film aims to rebuild Sheffield’s once-famous Ski Village
The makers of a new Sheffield-based snowboard film are trying to rebuild Sheffield's Ski Village in Parkwood Springs, which was closed over a decade ago. Over the past weekend, Sheffield's Adventure Film Festival (SHAFF) has revealed many outstanding films. One show...
Dismay for some as dogs allowed on Sheffield’s Supertram network
People have been airing their concerns after owners were given the go-ahead to bring their dogs onto Sheffield's trams. This news was announced by mayor Oliver Coppard, after a public consultation took place with over 10,600 responses on the matter. Mr Coppard said:...