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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...
Petition to stop building on greenfield sites in the East of Sheffield reaches 4,000 signatures
A campaign group aiming to protect greenfield land in the East of Sheffield has created a petition to stop a large development going ahead. Members of the...
Ambitious development plan set to transform Sheffield into more pedestrian friendly, green city
Plans for a 'Walking, Wheeling, Cycling' Investment Plan which aspires for high quality networks to be developed city-wide for Sheffield over the next 20 years are set...
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Revised SEND transport in Sheffield approved
Flexible post-16 SEND home-to-school transport prioritising tailored support and independence, has been approved following public consultation. The Education, Children...
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Foster family “incredibly grateful” to Sheffield community after finding missing dog
A beloved family dog who escaped a car crash has been safely reunited with her family after a five day search. The family were travelling past Sheffield at junction 33...
Community speed watching group in Hillsborough and Loxley in need of more volunteers
Hillsborough and Loxley’s community speed watching group is asking for more volunteers in order to progress and expand their operation. Stewart Kemp, who is now...
Women’s Voices Evening: A celebration of women’s wellbeing and reproductive health
Heeley Community Trust is celebrating the culmination of its two-year Women's Wellbeing and Reproductive Health project in partnership with Sheffield Occupational...
First shop opens in Waverley giving a new focal point to over 5000 residents in the community
A Tesco Express finally opened after a 13 year wait for a commercial building in Waverley - providing a new vocal point and social area for the over 5000 residents....
Sheffield chosen as one of the best places to live in the North
Sheffield has been named by the Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the North in the publication's annual guide. While Ilkley - also the winner in 2022 -...
Sheffield’s iconic half marathon returns this weekend – here’s what to expect ahead of race day
The highly-anticipated Sheffield Half Marathon is set to take place this Sunday (March 23) and is expected to attract thousands of runners and supporters to the city’s...
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New National Women’s Register group opens in Broomhill
A new branch of a women's community organisation has been launched in south-west Sheffield, to cater for an increase in membership at other groups in the city. The first meeting of the National Women's Register Broomhill group took place on Thursday (20 March) at...
Canal walkers celebrate Sheffield’s rich industrial heritage
A walk celebrating A Sheffield canal's 200-year history and links to the city's industrial past has been enjoyed by volunteers and residents. The group gathered for the Historic Canal Walk - a guided tour along the Tinsley Canal and Victoria Quays - which was led by...
‘Don’t suffer in silence’ – Hallam netball team speaks out on eating disorders through charity tournament
Netballers are trying to break the taboo surrounding eating disorders and have taken to the court to raise funds for a charity giving support. Sheffield Hallam's Women's Netball Team brought attention to the work of South Yorkshire Eating Disorders Association (SYEDA)...
Crackdown on fraud ‘could stop people using city trams’ claims passenger as card use ends for some tickets
Sheffield's Supertram service has been slammed after saying they will no longer accept card payments for certain tickets in what one passenger has described as an 'inconvenient' attempt to crack down on fraud. From this Sunday (23 March), SYconnect 7-Day tickets and...
Commissioning of supported accommodation for homeless women approved by councillors
The commissioning of a new contract to provide supported accommodation for homeless women has been approved by Sheffield councillors. It comes in response to the impending end of the current contract with the Salvation Army in September 2025, which, if not renewed,...
Indie band Repomen host memorial fundraiser event
Sheffield’s indie rock band Repomen raised £2,000 for upcoming songwriters in honour of their late band member, Ric Bower. Repomen, a group with history dating back to 1991, hosted their farewell concert on Sunday at Sydney and Matilda, a little over a year...