by Adrian Collis | Dec 13, 2024 1:47PM | News
A five-year dementia strategy, beginning in 2025, has been approved by Sheffield City Council. The strategy follows on from the 2019-2024 plan and seeks to build on its pros and cons. Particular improvement goals in the new nine-step strategic vision include the...
by Yassin El-Moudden | Dec 13, 2024 1:44PM | News
A grassroots theatre production of Death and the King’s Horseman is due to grace the Crucible’s stage in early February, becoming the first ever performance of the West African play at the iconic Sheffield venue. Utopia Theatre – a local organisation...
by Josie Sharp | Dec 13, 2024 1:30PM | News, Top Story
A charity worker has received celebrity endorsement for his awareness campaign to tackle the misconceptions of modern slavery. Leading the celebrity-line up is Coronation Street actress, Julie Hesmondhalgh, TV chef, Andrea Oliver, and Olympic boxer, Cindy...
by Eve Jones | Dec 13, 2024 1:13PM | News, Top Story
Begging, loitering and drinking in Sheffield city centre will soon become punishable by a fine of up to £1000 after the council voted to introduce a public spaces protection order (PSPO), despite concerns from councillors and charities. The PSPO is designed to address...
by Juhi Manjrekar | Dec 13, 2024 1:03PM | News
Local artist Big Shaun has teamed up with firefighters attempting to top the charts for Christmas number one this year. The South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue completed 50 years of service this year, and they decided to celebrate with a catchy tune and groovy moves. The...
by Madeleine Rousell | Dec 13, 2024 1:00PM | News
Residents of Ecclesfield got the chance to find out how best to keep warm and keep the cost of living down, with event organisers saying it was their “best turn out of the year.” The events were held on 30 November and 4 December at Café Hug in High Green and...