Changes are being made to mental health services in Sheffield after the death of a 15-year-old boy. Noah Lomax, of Crookes, was found dead due to multiple injuries to the head caused by a high fall. He was found by the police in Conisborough, Doncaster on 2 August...
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Sheffield mums are campaigning to raise awareness about the rise of anti-social behaviour among youths. Mums United runs workshops and programmes to support and educate families and young people. Sahira Irshad, the director of Mums United said: “Violent offences...
Sheffield is set to host the annual "Fake Festival" this month in Endcliffe park. The festival hosts "pro level" fake bands as tribute to the classic musicians like The Rolling Stones or Oasis. Some of the bands that will be headlining this festival include, "The...
With the European elections looming, candidates from across the political spectrum are hoping to win over voters, with Brexit being the hottest topic. ShefNews has spoken to various candidates to provide an overview of what each party stands for. Liberal Democrats...
Sheffield Central MP Paul Blomfield has demanded that ministers provide funding for jobs and economic development, which South Yorkshire would have received if it stayed in the European Union. Speaking at a parliamentary debate on Tuesday, Mr Blomfield said: "We were...
Residents who live near Sheffield General Cemetery are campaigning to save the site from being refurbished by Sheffield Council who owns the land. Sheffield Council has received a £3 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund and is planning on using that money to...
A new trust is trying to recruit members of the public to help uncover previously hidden waterways that run through Sheffield's city centre. The Sheaf and Porter Rivers Trust was launched yesterday at the Showroom Cinema along with a screening of Lost Rivers, a...
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Extinction Rebellion protesters held a “die-in” outside of the Town Hall, as the newly formed council began their first meeting. The purpose was to call on the new council to follow their declaration of climate emergency with an emergency response. This protest is one...
High Speed Two (HS2) is a planned high-speed railway in the UK and aims to be “the new backbone” of the national rail network. The scheme was started in 2017 and construction is estimated to last until 2033. Lines which will impact journey times and opportunities for...
For #NationalVegetarianWeek, ShefNews has talked to two women who are aiming to save the environment through vegetarianism. Katey Blagg, 21, has been vegetarian for over 14 years, while Larissa Aravantinou, 19, has been cutting out meat for the past 2 years. Both...
Sheffield city council has proposed a new scheme in hopes of creating a more vibrant and employment-friendly city. Heart of the City II has been built on the success of City I by introducing a greater amount of office and residential space to attract well paid jobs...
Mark Aston has warned his players to stay focused ahead of their game with Barrow on Sunday. Sheffield Eagles face the Raiders, who have not won since the opening day of the season, and have lost their last 10 matches in all competitions. Barrow are in a relegation...
A Sheffield charity food kitchen has celebrated 28 years of helping homeless people in the city. The Sunday Centre is a volunteer run organisation in Sheffield feeding the homeless and vulnerable every Sunday. Not many food banks or shelters are open on weekends, and...
