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VIDEO: Sheffield Steelkings player a national champion just a year after his leg was amputated
A Sheffield Steelkings player said para ice hockey saved his life after becoming a playoff champion just a year after losing his leg. Gareth Lawton, from Dronfield, had his leg amputated on 17 October 2022 after being diagnosed with a rare condition called complex...
Rotherham Charity gathering donations for families affected by Catcliffe floods
A Rotherham charity is appealing for donations to help families rebuild their lives after the devastating Catcliffe floods. Families have been left in despair due to the damage caused by Storm Babet. Angela Jameel, the Chairperson of the trust, said: “On the day...
South Yorkshire falls behind other parts of the UK when it comes to considering mental health in black communities, an expert claims.
Research suggests that black communities face significant systemic challenges when it comes to mental health. Figures from 2017 found that 23% of black people experienced a mental health related problem in any given week, compared to 17% of white people. ...
Student sets up site to boost safety in Sheffield after being a victim of hate crime outside house
A student from Doncaster has set up a site for residents to rate the safety of each local area after he was a victim of hate-crime a month after moving in. Alex Powell, 20, a Biology student in Sheffield was walking home with his boyfriend in June, a few weeks...
Cameras sabotaged in suspected attack against Sheffield’s Clean Air Zone.
Two speed cameras installed on a bridge at Sheffield Parkway were found severely damaged by anonymous individuals. Some believe it was the work of 'Blade Runners', vigilantes that destroy road cameras to express their repulsion against 'net zero' schemes,...
Wacky costumes and community spirit: our top pics of Sheffield’s 9th ‘Out of This World’ event
The free family event took place yesterday from 10:30am until 5:30pm at Millenium Square in the city centre, and the Peace Gardens. The day is aimed at ‘anyone who enjoys sci-fi, comic books, gaming, magic and all things spooky'. The art trail will continue to be on...
Meet the inclusive lingerie shop who are advocating for Breast Cancer Awareness every month
A Sheffield based independent lingerie shop is raising awareness for breast cancer through a series of events this October. The Woman in Me, located on Crookes High Street, Sheffield, was started by Lana Barker, 44, two years ago, and inclusivity is at the heart of...
Zoom Pass Fares will increase in price on trams and buses for young adults across South Yorkshire
Due to a lack of funding from the government, people who own a Zoom card will now be paying nearly double the previous price for their travel. A Zoom Beyond Travel Pass, for 18-21 year olds, has been a staple for students and young adults for the last few years, and...
Charity encouraging Sheffield children to get involved with nature is urging for public help.
Kids Plant Trees are raising money in order to give more children across South Yorkshire the ability to spend more time outdoors and surrounded by nature. Co-founder Stephanie Mullen said, “We get kids outside,spending more time in nature and doing active things that...
