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Sheffield litter pickers take on fly-tipping
A team of litter pickers meet twice a week to clear a Sheffield neighbourhood, amid national rises in fly-tipping.
Upcoming World Book Day: a “complete shock” for Sheffield parents
A magical day for a child but an extra expense for their parents. World of Book is coming up, but this time it will be echoed by a worsening financial crisis.
Sheffield residents comment on social media ban as consultation period announced
The UK Government has announced a three month consultation period for potential restrictions on social media, AI chatbots, and gaming sites for under-16s.
Chuckle Brother to travel the length of Great Britain in effort to raise money for Marie Curie
Paul Chuckle is set to start his From Me To You Tour to raise money for Marie Curie. Chuckle, who hails from Rotherham, will ...
First dedicated dementia research nurse will bridge gap for communities marginalised from trials
One of 20 designated dementia research nurses across the UK has been set up in Sheffield, in an effort to boost accessibility to dementia trials.
Sheffield family let down by ‘horror show’ mascot made for disabled son
A Sheffield mum is appealing for help with a mascot outfit that she had commissioned to cheer up her disabled son this Christmas. Alison Orbell, 47, ordered a Paddington Bear mascot to be made for her 16-year-old son, Max, but after weeks of waiting, the result was...
Hosepipe ban affecting more than five million lifted across Yorkshire
A temporary hosepipe ban was lifted across Yorkshire this week, after the region endured the hottest summer on record. The restrictions were introduced on 11 July, following the driest spring in 132 years, and removed on Wednesday. During the summer months, reservoir...
