NEWS
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.
Thousands donate to The Leadmill as Sheffield’s indie music venue fights to return
Sheffield's 45-year-old independent music venue, The Leadmill, is crowdfunding to reopen after its controversial closure in June 2025. The crowdfunder, which will go towards securing a new space for the indie venue, was announced on Wednesday, and so far it has...
“If you’re into it, read into it”: Sheffield prepares to celebrate 2026 as the Year of Reading
A year-long reading campaign has been launched to address the dropping literacy rate around the country and overall decline in reading. The new scheme comes from the National Literacy Trust, a literacy charity aiming to support children and young people in...

