ADHD medication crisis: I considered black market as last resort to get prescription in Sheffield
A woman in Sheffield has said she was nearly forced to source her atomoxetine prescription illegally amid a national shortage of the drug. Natasha Rippon, 32, from Nether Edge, has taken atomoxetine since her ADHD diagnosis in early 2022, and was turned away by seven...
South Yorkshire Safer Roads Partnership announce plans to tackle drink and drug-driving over Christmas
The South Yorkshire Safer Road Partnership have announced a campaign raising awareness around drink and drug-driving in South Yorkshire over the Christmas period. The group’s message is ‘don’t let alcohol wreck your Christmas’, as one in 10 drivers tested were found...
Met Office issues weather warning for snow and ice expected until Monday
After the cold and snowy weather overnight, Met Office has released a yellow weather warning for ice in Yorkshire and Humber. This morning, the Met Office issued a weather warning, saying 'icy patches are likely to develop this evening and overnight leading to...
Meet the group of people supporting post officers under ‘extreme pressure’ in Sheffield
(Photo from the protest) A group of people have been giving their support to post officers working at Sheffield South Delivery Office who they claim are under ‘extreme pressure’. The Save our Posties group meet outside of the depot every Thursday morning, offering...
Police open investigation after remains of dead geese found in Sheffield
South Yorkshire Police have confirmed that they are investigating after bags and boxes of dead geese were found in Birley Wood in Sheffield. Police were called to the entrance of Birley Wood Spa on Dyke Vale Road on Sunday 26 November after several bin bags and a...
Doncaster’s Climate Action Campaign week begins
Residents and communities are being encouraged to take part in Doncaster’s award-winning climate action celebration event, which this year will last an entire week-long. Starting on 27th November, communities are encouraged to keep an eye out for local events...
Upcoming changes to education system set to impact Sheffield students
The new plan means that every student will be, for the first time ever, required to study some form of English and Maths until the age of 18. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced new plans to the current education system at the start of October. This comes after...
Former Sheffield PC found guilty of committing gross misconduct
A former police officer from Sheffield has been convicted of gross misconduct for assaulting and causing harm to a woman during a sexual encounter. Rowan Horrocks would have been dismissed if he didn't resign ahead of a court hearing before Chief Constable Lauren...
MOBO Awards: UK’s biggest celebration of Black music and culture comes to Sheffield
The remarkable music event, honouring some of the most prominent names in the music industry, is set to take place at the Utilita Arena Sheffield for its 26th edition on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. The event will be welcomed by the city for the very first home,...
Rotherham’s Reclaim the Night march returns for its ninth year
Residents from across Rotherham came out in support of the 'Reclaim the Night' march which has been celebrating women’s empowerment since 2015. The walk began at 6pm on 23 November at the Ministry Pavilion, and continued throughout Rotherham Town Centre, with the...
ADHD medication crisis: I considered black market as last resort to get prescription in Sheffield
A woman in Sheffield has said she was nearly forced to source her atomoxetine prescription illegally amid a national shortage of the drug. Natasha Rippon, 32, from Nether Edge, has taken atomoxetine since her ADHD diagnosis in early 2022, and was turned away by seven...
South Yorkshire Safer Roads Partnership announce plans to tackle drink and drug-driving over Christmas
The South Yorkshire Safer Road Partnership have announced a campaign raising awareness around drink and drug-driving in South Yorkshire over the Christmas period. The group’s message is ‘don’t let alcohol wreck your Christmas’, as one in 10 drivers tested were found...
Met Office issues weather warning for snow and ice expected until Monday
After the cold and snowy weather overnight, Met Office has released a yellow weather warning for ice in Yorkshire and Humber. This morning, the Met Office issued a weather warning, saying 'icy patches are likely to develop this evening and overnight leading to...
Meet the group of people supporting post officers under ‘extreme pressure’ in Sheffield
(Photo from the protest) A group of people have been giving their support to post officers working at Sheffield South Delivery Office who they claim are under ‘extreme pressure’. The Save our Posties group meet outside of the depot every Thursday morning, offering...
Police open investigation after remains of dead geese found in Sheffield
South Yorkshire Police have confirmed that they are investigating after bags and boxes of dead geese were found in Birley Wood in Sheffield. Police were called to the entrance of Birley Wood Spa on Dyke Vale Road on Sunday 26 November after several bin bags and a...