Communities
Sheffield delighted with 28% reduction in anti-social behaviour
There has been a significant decrease in incidents of anti-social behaviour (ASB) across the 48 key hotspots in the region. South Yorkshire Police have credited the 28% decrease to the introduction of highly visible patrols as part of a problem-solving based policing...
Volunteering crisis sparks plea from charity
Amid the every-growing demand on charities and community hubs, Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) has urged the people of Sheffield to volunteer in support of vital organisations. A volunteering fair, held at The Circle in Sheffield, gave 20 organisations the...
VIDEO: Violence against women declared ‘national emergency’ in the UK
Hundreds of students, parents and children marched through the streets of Sheffield this week to highlight the ongoing issue of violence against women. Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union held the “Reclaim The Night” march around the city centre on Monday 25. It took...
Crime fighting boxing club knocked out of Sheffield building
Arbourthorne's only free boxing facility, that prevents children from falling into gangs and crime, is facing permanent closure after being “booted out” by the headteacher of a local school. Aspire Box were based at the Sheffield Inclusion Centre School on Spring...
“Everyone deserves something at Christmas”: Shoebox Appeal’s plea to Sheffield
A Christmas charity is facing their largest demand to date after identifying over 3000 people in need this festive season. The Shoebox Appeal works closely with charities to provide Christmas presents for vulnerable and disadvantaged adults throughout Sheffield,...