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Celebrating International Women’s Day: Empowering women through biking
Sheffield’s community of Hillsborough honoured International Women's Day through a female-led BMX jam inspired by a ambitious teenager. The Give to Gain Jam, at Hillsborough Pump Track, was organised by 16-year-old resident Jessie Leasley. Jessie is a BMX fan, who...
Sheffield student takes on the London half marathon to support British Heart Foundation
A Biomedical engineering student and committed netball player will be raising money for the British Heart Foundation this April in the London half marathon. University of Sheffield student, Anna Clery, 21, has been training to complete the London half marathon, which...
WATCH: Sheffield Roller Derby Star To Represent England At World Cup
A Sheffield roller derby star has been selected for the England squad for the 2026 World Cup in Orléans, France. Gavin Foster, 33, represents ‘The Inhuman League’, one of three roller derby teams in Sheffield, and has vowed to ‘make his family proud’ on the...
Five arrests as Steel City derby sparks major police operation
Rival fans saw 'friendly banter' mixed with violent scenes when Sheffield two football clubs met for the 148th time last weekend. Five people were arrested at the Steel City derby last Sunday during the match between Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday which...
City’s first football artwork unveiled to celebrate Sheffield FC and FA Cup history
An art feature celebrating Sheffield's rich footballing history has been unveiled this week, illustrating the one and only time an FA Cup tie has been settled by a coin...
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A thrilling Netball Super Cup marks the start of a new era for the sport
The long-awaited Netball Super Cup took place at the Utilita Arena on Saturday 8 March to coincide with International Women's Day. After eight hours of uninterrupted...
Steel City derby: Story of 69-year-married couple who had to lie about supporting Wednesday and United goes viral
A story of how a Sheffield couple had to hide which of the city's top teams the husband supported until after they were married has gone viral on social media - as the...
Steel city derby kickoff time “financial hit” for local businesses
The updated kickoff time for the Steel City derby between Sheffield Wednesday and Sheffield United has been described as a ‘financial hit’ for businesses in the local...
Weston Park Cancer Charity closes in on £1.85m goal following Steel City Derby support
Weston Park Cancer Charity is closing in on its £1.85 million fundraising goal following the Steel City Derby's ‘Bring a Pound’ initiative. The campaign saw the charity get closer to their fundraising target to buy an MRI simulator for their hospital. Players walked...
The future of five-a-side footy in the balance as the University announces new Sports Centre plans.
Ambitious plans have been announced for a major refurbishment of the University of Sheffield's sports facilities. However, the university intends to build on the existing four five-a-side pitches while the full size 3G football pitch will remain. Men’s Football at the...
Have your say on plans for new swimming pool and sports centre at University of Sheffield
An exhibition displaying plans for a new sports centre at the University of Sheffield will be held this week giving people the chance to ask questions and provide feedback. The exhibitions for the centre which would be built on Northumberland Road will take place on...
Backlash from Sheffield residents as council reviews funding for cycling provisions in Attercliffe
Sheffield council is re-thinking proposals for cyclists as a part of the £17 million Attercliffe regeneration project after criticism from residents. Plans had originally been put in place for improved infrastructure to support safer cycling and encourage active...
“I am that person now but I’m different, I’m a different Sarah” – Postal Worker speaks up after being mauled by a dog leading to amputation
Warning: This article contains graphic descriptions and images of injuries A postal worker whose finger was bitten off while doing her rounds has backed calls for dog...
‘Youth Say No to War’: Sheffield students call for more youth activism
Young people gathered on Wednesday to protest political unrest and violence across the Middle East, one of many recent demonstrations outside Sheffield’s Students Union...
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Sheffield charity reaches £100,000 of donations to 100 local organisations
Local charity The Sheffield 1000 has surpassed £100,000 of donations ahead of its annual charity brunch, hosted by ambassador and patron Dan Walker. The charity uses a model that aims to provide an equal amount for all, equally distributing £100,000 across on hundred...
Student who believed she was suffering a hangover was told she had potentially deadly blood poisoning
A first year journalism student at the University of Sheffield has described how she could have died from blood poisoning - which she though was just a hangover. Journalism student Izzy Jakes, 19, started to feel unwell after a night out with friends. She was shaking...
Animal Farm animator celebrated in Sheffield exhibition
A commemorative exhibition has been put on show at Sheffield Hallam University’s Post Hall gallery celebrating Arthur Humberstone, whose animation work has featured in films such as Animal Farm, Noddy Goes to Toyland and the BFG. The materials for the exhibition were...
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 for the carnival was whimsical woodland, which resulted in various flora and fauna being represented...
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 insects. Sheffield River Rangers and Rivelin Valley Conservation Group say there has not so far been a...
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...