5 Nov, 11:40 UK · Traffic · Roads check

Heading out, Barnsley? No delays over 10 minutes are reported in our latest roads check. Take care on your journey.

5 Nov, 11:35 UK · From the team

💜 BARNSLEY DOMESTIC ABUSE SUPPORT CENTRE AT RISK OF CLOSURE

A Barnsley support centre for women affected by domestic abuse says it is at risk of closure because of a shortage of unrestricted funding. The Lotus, run by Resolute Women's Support Services, is trying to raise £20,000 to help meet its running costs. The centre provides counselling, advocacy, peer support, practical help and wellbeing support for women experiencing or recovering from domestic abuse. Its fundraising appeal runs until Monday 16 November.

5 Nov, 11:35 UK · From the team

💜 BARNSLEY DOMESTIC ABUSE SUPPORT CENTRE AT RISK OF CLOSURE

A Barnsley support centre for women affected by domestic abuse says it is at risk of closure because of a shortage of unrestricted funding. The Lotus, run by Resolute Women's Support Services, is trying to raise £20,000 to help meet its running costs. The centre provides counselling, advocacy, peer support, practical help and wellbeing support for women experiencing or recovering from domestic abuse. Its fundraising appeal runs until Monday 16 November.

5 Nov, 10:40 UK · From the team

🏥 BARNSLEY HOSPITAL REPORTS RECORD EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT PRESSURE

Barnsley Hospital is urging people to use the most appropriate NHS service following record demand at its Emergency Department. A total of 450 people attended on Monday 5 October, making it the busiest day in the department's history. Eight of the hospital's ten busiest days on record have occurred during 2026, with overall attendances around ten per cent higher than last year. The hospital says around 35 per cent of adults attending have conditions that could safely be managed by another healthcare service.

5 Nov, 10:40 UK · From the team

🏥 BARNSLEY HOSPITAL REPORTS RECORD EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT PRESSURE

Barnsley Hospital is urging people to use the most appropriate NHS service following record demand at its Emergency Department. A total of 450 people attended on Monday 5 October, making it the busiest day in the department's history. Eight of the hospital's ten busiest days on record have occurred during 2026, with overall attendances around ten per cent higher than last year. The hospital says around 35 per cent of adults attending have conditions that could safely be managed by another healthcare service.

5 Nov, 09:45 UK · From the team

💔 FAMILY PAYS TRIBUTE TO SHAFTON MAN KILLED IN A628 COLLISION

The family of Paul Hart, 57, from Shafton, have paid tribute to him following his death in a collision on the A628 Hemsworth bypass. The collision happened on Saturday 24 October when his Ford EcoSport was involved in a collision with a Volkswagen Polo while he was driving his wife to work. His family described Paul as a much-loved husband, father, stepdad, grandfather and friend. A 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving remains on police bail. The investigation is continuing.

5 Nov, 09:45 UK · From the team

💔 FAMILY PAYS TRIBUTE TO SHAFTON MAN KILLED IN A628 COLLISION

The family of Paul Hart, 57, from Shafton, have paid tribute to him following his death in a collision on the A628 Hemsworth bypass. The collision happened on Saturday 24 October when his Ford EcoSport was involved in a collision with a Volkswagen Polo while he was driving his wife to work. His family described Paul as a much-loved husband, father, stepdad, grandfather and friend. A 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving remains on police bail. The investigation is continuing.

5 Nov, 08:50 UK · From the team

🛣️ BARNSLEY CABINET BACKS EXTRA £10 MILLION FOR ROADS

Barnsley Council's Cabinet has backed recommendations for an additional £10 million investment in the borough's highway network over four years. The money is intended to support longer-lasting pothole repairs, targeted resurfacing and more frontline road repair teams. The additional investment would sit alongside the council's existing highways programme. The decision remains subject to the council's call-in process.

5 Nov, 08:50 UK · From the team

🛣️ BARNSLEY CABINET BACKS EXTRA £10 MILLION FOR ROADS

Barnsley Council's Cabinet has backed recommendations for an additional £10 million investment in the borough's highway network over four years. The money is intended to support longer-lasting pothole repairs, targeted resurfacing and more frontline road repair teams. The additional investment would sit alongside the council's existing highways programme. The decision remains subject to the council's call-in process.

5 Nov, 08:05 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Legal Advice Drop-in Clinic has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

5 Nov, 08:05 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Barnsley Bright Nights has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

5 Nov, 08:00 UK · From all of us

Kettle on, Barnsley? Hope you've got a moment for a brew this morning

5 Nov, 07:55 UK · From the team

🎆 HAPPY BONFIRE NIGHT, BARNSLEY!

☁️ WEATHER Thursday is looking predominantly cloudy across Barnsley, although some brighter intervals are possible during the day. Most places should stay largely dry, although the odd shower cannot be completely ruled out. Winds will strengthen a little through the day, with gusts reaching around 23mph at their strongest. Temperatures should reach around 10C. Tonight will remain cloudy or overcast, with winds easing and temperatures falling to around 7C.

5 Nov, 07:55 UK · From the team

🎆 HAPPY BONFIRE NIGHT, BARNSLEY!

☁️ WEATHER Thursday is looking predominantly cloudy across Barnsley, although some brighter intervals are possible during the day. Most places should stay largely dry, although the odd shower cannot be completely ruled out. Winds will strengthen a little through the day, with gusts reaching around 23mph at their strongest. Temperatures should reach around 10C. Tonight will remain cloudy or overcast, with winds easing and temperatures falling to around 7C.

5 Nov, 07:00 UK · From the team

📅 WHAT'S ON TODAY

🎨 13:00-14:00 - Barnsley Creative Health Action Group Meeting - Barnsley CVS, Unit 3 Churchfield Court. 🌍 17:00-20:00 - Planet Barnsley Exhibition Launch - Gallery @DMC01, Digital Media Centre, County Way - FREE. ✨ 17:00-21:00 - Bonfire Night: Symphony of Sparks - Yorkshire Roses, The Seam - FREE. Eight-minute light-and-sound shows run on the hour and half-hour. 🎆 18:00 - Elsecar Cricket Club Fireworks Display - Elsecar Cricket Club - check the organiser's latest information before travelling. 🎖️ 19:00 - Royal British Legion Churchfields Branch Festival of Remembrance - St Mary's Church.

5 Nov, 07:00 UK · From the team

📅 WHAT'S ON TODAY

🎨 13:00-14:00 - Barnsley Creative Health Action Group Meeting - Barnsley CVS, Unit 3 Churchfield Court. 🌍 17:00-20:00 - Planet Barnsley Exhibition Launch - Gallery @DMC01, Digital Media Centre, County Way - FREE. ✨ 17:00-21:00 - Bonfire Night: Symphony of Sparks - Yorkshire Roses, The Seam - FREE. Eight-minute light-and-sound shows run on the hour and half-hour. 🎆 18:00 - Elsecar Cricket Club Fireworks Display - Elsecar Cricket Club - check the organiser's latest information before travelling. 🎖️ 19:00 - Royal British Legion Churchfields Branch Festival of Remembrance - St Mary's Church.

5 Nov, 06:05 UK · Reyt Good Tune · Playing on Radio Essentials

Fancy a reyt good tune, Barnsley? M People – Moving On Up was playing on Radio Essentials — tune in for what's on now!

5 Nov, 06:00 UK · From all of us

Good morning, Barnsley. Hope the day's off to a good start

5 Nov, 05:40 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Christmas on the Square has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

5 Nov, 05:40 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! The Full House Bottomless Brunch has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

5 Nov, 05:40 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Barnsley FC v Aldershot Town has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

5 Nov, 05:00 UK · Reyt Good Tune · Playing on Radio Essentials

Fancy a reyt good tune, Barnsley? James – She's A Star was playing on Radio Essentials — tune in for what's on now!

5 Nov, 05:00 UK · From all of us

Morning, Barnsley. An early start? Here's a fact for today: today is Bonfire Night — remember, remember

5 Nov, 03:00 UK · Reyt Good Tune · Playing on Radio Essentials

Fancy a reyt good tune, Barnsley? Def Leppard – When Love And Hate Collide was playing on Radio Essentials — tune in for what's on now!

5 Nov, 03:00 UK · From all of us

Can't sleep, Barnsley? Try this: Turn the clock away so you're not checking the time

5 Nov, 01:00 UK · Reyt Good Tune · Playing on Radio Essentials

Fancy a reyt good tune, Barnsley? All Saints – Pure Shores was playing on Radio Essentials — tune in for what's on now!

4 Nov, 23:00 UK · From all of us

Night night, Barnsley — hope you sleep well. See you in the morning

4 Nov, 19:00 UK · Business spotlight · Directory

An evening shout-out, Barnsley! Say hello to Beautifly by Casey-Leigh.

Beauty salon — 1 on 1 salon based in hoyland in a lovely converted garden summerhouse, offering treatments such as Nails Lashes Brows Facials

4 Nov, 19:00 UK · From all of us

Evening, Barnsley. Winding down or just getting started? Hope it's a good one

4 Nov, 17:00 UK · From all of us

Home time for lots of you, Barnsley — safe travels, take it steady on the roads

4 Nov, 15:00 UK · Business spotlight · Directory

A little local spotlight, Barnsley! Say hello to Doyle Security.

Trades & Home Services — Decades of Reliability, Honesty & Innovation A Trusted Family-Owned Business providing security in Yorkshire and nearby.

4 Nov, 15:00 UK · From all of us

Afternoon, Barnsley. Hope your day's going well

4 Nov, 14:00 UK · From all of us

Need a lift, Barnsley? There's an hour of REYT GOOD BANGERS on Radio Essentials now — let's brighten up your afternoon!

4 Nov, 12:00 UK · From all of us

It's dinnertime, Barnsley! What's on your plate — soup and a crusty roll, a cheeky pasty or last night's leftovers? Or something else entirely? Enjoy whatever you're having.