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Police appeal after reports of voyeurism at Sheffield Park
Police are appealing to the public for information after reports of voyeurism in Weston Park. The incident occurred at 4.20pm on Friday 2 May, with it being reported...
Suspected arson destroys three independent businesses
Three businesses have gone up in flames after a suspected arson attack in the east of Sheffield. On Monday 12 May, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue attended a fire at...
Watch: New independent shopping emporium to open in Sheffield City Centre
A new independent shopping outlet and community arts space is to be officially opened on Matilda Street, less than a five minute walk from The Moor. Though Arundel...
Sheffield takes on starring role in new Sheffield DocFest premiere
Sheffield is set to have a starring role in a new film premiering at Sheffield DocFest, presented by the Yorkshire Film Archive. Sheffield On Film is one of many films...
Allotment Society plans to connect with the local area
The University of Sheffield Allotment Society have revealed plans to reach out and give back to the wider community. The society has been long-standing at the...
Sheffield Greens announce Hillsborough Litter Pick
Hillsborough’s Green party have announced that a litter pick will happen this Saturday. The litter pick starts at 10:30am, meeting at Hillsborough corner near to where...
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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...
Watch: Meet the people that bring the Quayside Markets to life
https://youtu.be/aVMV-HEhprc The monthly Quayside Markets saw hundreds of visitors last weekend as the sun brought the people of Sheffield out on the streets. Situated...
Iconic Sheffield music venue loses appeal against eviction
The Leadmill has announced that it has lost its appeal against eviction, meaning it will be leaving its long-standing premises. The venue, which has been open...
Calls for better special needs education funding in Sheffield mainstream schools
A School governor has criticised special educational needs funding provided by the council, claiming that it falls short in mainstream schools. Emily...
Council looks to improve travel skills for children of Sheffield
Councillors have reviewed and revamped the original proposal to replace the majority of post-16 home to school transport with personal travel budgets. The plan aims to...
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SEND students to become more ‘adulthood ready’ following Skills for Life programme approval
A programme that advocates for teenager and young adult independence for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) has been approved by the Sheffield City Council. Head of Service, Resource and Business Planning Manager, Mark Sheikh, mapped...
Sheffield councillors pledge to “take back control of our buses”
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
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. ...
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 City Council's Governance Committee said during a meeting on April 30 that documents of up to...
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 heatwave and high temperatures have caused a spike in water-usage with as much as 100 million litres of...
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 Meadowhall outlet in 2023 with the aim of reaching new audiences and providing affordable and...