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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 streets. A major event in the UK’s running calendar, it will see participants race 21.3km...
‘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)...
Sheffield Wednesday supporters trust ‘condemns’ violent incidents during the steel city derby
South Yorkshire Police have made eight arrests after fan disorder at the Steel City derby, with Sheffield Wednesday's Supporter Trust calling for action. The highly anticipated Sheffield derby at Hillsborough on Sunday saw disorderly behaviour by both sets of fans,...
Runners gearing up to take on Sheffield Half Marathon with three days to go
Nerves and excitement are starting to kick in as thousands of runners make final preparations with just days to go before tackling Sheffield Half Marathon. The 13.1 mile run is the biggest event in South Yorkshire, with thousands of participants raising money for...
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...
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Ronnie O’Sullivan sparks Sheffield outrage after calls for World Snooker Championships to leave the Crucible
Sheffield’s city centre been filled with fury after Ronnie O’Sullivan called for the Crucible Theatre to no longer host the World Snooker Championships. The Crucible...
Sheffield Paralympians having to ask for donations to compete for national team
Sheffield Paralympians and Athletes of Para-Ice Hockey have said they need to raise their own funds to be able to compete for the UK in National Competitions. Para-Ice...
Elation in Sheffield as Steelers take home Challenge Cup
The Sheffield Steelers have been celebrating after becoming Challenge Cup champions. The Steelers defeated the Guildford Flames 3-1 at the Utilita Arena. Steelers...
Sheffield’s first dedicated padel venue set to open on Abbeydale Road South this Spring
Cricketer Joe Root is part of a team bringing the fast-growing sport of Padel to Abbeydale Sports Club within weeks. The England and Yorkshire player joins Rotherham United FC keeper Cameron Dawson and managing director Alex Fleming to make up part of the group...
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 play and 18 games each with seven-minute halves, 8000 enthusiastic fans witnessed London Pulse become...
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 city prepares for Sunday's derby match. Jenny, 82, a Sheffield Wednesday fan, had to lie to her dad...
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 area by one pub landlord. The derby, which is the first game between the two sides to take place at...
Architects who will lead refurbishment of Sheffield Town Hall announced
The architects who will restore and refurbish the town hall sustainably to ensure it remains a Grade 1 listed heritage asset have been appointed. Sheffield City...
Sheffield homes to benefit from £3.4M to boost energy efficiency
More than 200 homes in Sheffield are set to benefit from a £3.4 million energy efficient scheme. The ‘ Warm Homes Grant’ aims to reduce carbon emissions and support...
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Sheffield pro-Palestine group in protest against war in Gaza
A pro-Palestinian activist group staged protests in Sheffield against the ongoing war in Gaza calling for an end to the conflict and for the British government to cease support for Israel. A protest on Friday was coordinated by the Sheffield Palestine Solidarity...
Sheffield Hallam University hits back over ‘misleading’ claims as UCU ballots for strike action
Sheffield Hallam University has claimed that there are "misleading elements" in comments by the Universities and Colleges Union (UCU) regarding voting for strike action. The union's Hallam branch announced that a statutory ballot for industrial action at Sheffield...
Video shows water pouring out of light fitting as flood strikes Sheffield city centre student accommodation
Students had to evacuate their £180 a week accommodation block in the city centre when water started coming through their ceilings on Thursday evening. At around 10pm on Thursday 19 April University of Sheffield students living in the iQ building, Allen Court, in St...
Importance of women’s safety highlighted by university’s new Student Union president
The newly-elected University of Sheffield Student Union president has said her goal is to make the university a safer place for its female students. Daisy Watson-Rumbold has had past experience with the Student Union in roles such as Vice-chair of SU Council, Ethical...
Call for help for Sheffield’s homeless from Archer Project
A homeless charity in Sheffield has appealed for anyone who can donate time, food or money to support its work in the city. The Archer Project provides support with homelessness, mental wellbeing, physical health, housing as well as helping people into...
Rose Garden Café restoration one step closer after latest round of public consultation
The project to restore the Rose Garden Café in Graves Park has made progress after another round of public consultation took place. This third round of onsite consultation comes two weeks after the first, which took place over the Easter weekend. Members of the public...