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Kelham Island Museum lands major £228,381 grant from National Lottery
Sheffield is looking to protect its world-famous toolmaking industry for generations to come after landing a major funding boost, for its new project Pride, Passion and...
Beer and Cider Festival 2026 offers pre-exam relief for Sheffield students
Sheffield University Student Union welcomed the annual return of the Beer and Cider Festival for 2026 last weekend. The event took place from Friday 1 May - Sunday 3...
Sheffield brewery celebrate 30th anniversary with opening of very first taproom
A Sheffield-based brewery is set to open its first taproom as it prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary this year. Abbeydale Brewery took over the former Turner’s...
£9.35m e-bike scheme set to launch in 2027 in Sheffield – What does this mean for local cycling communities?
Public e-bikes are returning to Sheffield to battle the city's hills after an eight-year break since their last appearance due to crime rates. Sheffield council has...
University of Sheffield students speak up: Mixed reactions to what strike action means for their studies
Sheffield students say they support striking university staff but fear the impact it may have on their studies. Academic and professional services staff at the...
North vs South Rugby Charity Match; the debate to be settled
University of Sheffield rugby teams are joining forces to raise money for charity in a North vs South showdown. Students are being divided into teams depending on...
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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...
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...
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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...
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 of fossil fuel energy. The Advanced Zoning Programme has been suggested as a part of the government's...