21 Oct, 21:55 UK · Traffic · Roads check

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

21 Oct, 21:30 UK · Tomorrow's pick · What's on

Making plans for tomorrow, Barnsley? SIP & SKETCH: Halloween Bunting is coming up!

Tomorrow at 19:00 UK · Barnsley Civic - The Old Art School

21 Oct, 19:00 UK · Business spotlight · Directory

An evening shout-out, Barnsley! Say hello to Sureguard Window Films®.

Sureguard Window Films® — We supply & install a wide range of solutions: • Solar Control Window Films, to reduce glare, heat & reduce your energy consumption & carbon footprint • Privacy Window Films, to make glass one way or totally private…

21 Oct, 19:00 UK · From all of us

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

21 Oct, 17:58 UK · From the team

🌟 REYT GOOD THINGS TO DO IN BARNSLEY! 🌟

🎃 MAKE A SCARECROW! takes place at Grimethorpe Library from 🕞 3.30pm TODAY. It’s free, but the session is FULLY BOOKED. 🎭 HOW COULD I FORGET? comes to Barnsley Civic tonight from 🕢 7.30pm. Tickets £18. ⚽ WORSBROUGH BRIDGE ATHLETIC v PENISTONE CHURCH kicks off at 🕢 7.45pm tonight. 🎓 TOMORROW - Barnsley College hosts a FREE T LEVEL EDUCATION & EARLY YEARS GOOD PRACTICE EXCHANGE from 🕙 10am. 🎨 LEEDS FINE ARTISTS x CANNON HALL can be seen at Cannon Hall Museum from 🕚 11am tomorrow. FREE. 👮 TOWN CENTRE PACT MEETING takes place at Library @ the Lightbox tomorrow from 🕝 2.30pm. 🔎 MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT comes to Wombwell Library tomorrow from 🕟 4.30pm. FREE.

21 Oct, 17:11 UK · From the team

⚽ BUSY GRASSROOTS SATURDAY AHEAD

There’s plenty of local football coming this weekend. ⚽ PENISTONE CHURCH v BARTON TOWN 📅 Saturday, 3pm ⚽ WORSBROUGH BRIDGE ATHLETIC v RETFORD UNITED 📅 Saturday, 3pm ⚽ KNARESBOROUGH TOWN v DEARNE & DISTRICT 📅 Saturday, 3pm ⚽ ATHERSLEY RECREATION v GOOLE AFC 📅 Saturday, 3pm And of course tonight’s Worsbrough v Penistone cup clash comes first.

21 Oct, 17:00 UK · From all of us

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

21 Oct, 16:24 UK · From the team

⛏️ ORGREAVE INQUIRY LISTENING EVENT COMING TO BARNSLEY

People affected by the events surrounding the Battle of Orgreave are being invited to share their experiences with the independent inquiry. A public listening event takes place at the Barnsley NUM Miners Offices on: 📅 Wednesday 28 October 🕙 10am-5pm The inquiry is examining the planning and policing of the confrontation at Orgreave on 18 June 1984, the arrests which followed and subsequent charging decisions. People can attend to tell their story, listen to others or simply find out more about how the inquiry works. Source: Orgreave Inquiry / National Union of Mineworkers

21 Oct, 15:37 UK · From the team

🏆 FIRST BARNSLEY SEND AWARDS CELEBRATE LOCAL ACHIEVEMENT

Children, young people, families and professionals have been celebrated at Barnsley’s first Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Awards. The event recognised achievements by young people with SEND alongside the families, teachers, carers and organisations supporting them. A lovely opportunity to highlight people making a difference across the borough. ❤️ Source: Barnsley Council

21 Oct, 15:00 UK · Around the web · Barbican

Barnsley-inspired dance and music production PIA heads to the Barbican

PIA, a production following a Barnsley woman across three generations against a backdrop of former collieries and imagined space travel, is being staged at the Barbican.

21 Oct, 15:00 UK · What's On

Barnsley-inspired dance and music production PIA heads to the Barbican

PIA, a production following a Barnsley woman across three generations against a backdrop of former collieries and imagined space travel, is being staged at the Barbican.

21 Oct, 15:00 UK · Business spotlight · Directory

A little local spotlight, Barnsley! Say hello to Fidgetify 3D Printing.

3D Printing — 3D printing business selling fidgets, flexi animals, homeware, keyrings, deck boxes and clickers All items we print are UKCA tested

21 Oct, 15:00 UK · From all of us

Afternoon, Barnsley. Hope your day's going well

21 Oct, 14:50 UK · From the team

⚽ BARNSLEY-BOROUGH CUP DERBY TONIGHT

There’s guaranteed to be some local bragging rights tonight. ⚽ WORSBROUGH BRIDGE ATHLETIC v PENISTONE CHURCH 🏆 Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup Third Round 📅 TODAY 🕢 7.45pm Penistone head into the tie following Saturday’s 4-2 defeat at Retford, while Worsbrough have home advantage. Who takes this one? 👀⚽

21 Oct, 14:40 UK · News

Barnsley FC chief executive Jon Flatman to leave for Cardiff Rugby

Barnsley FC chief executive Jon Flatman is leaving Oakwell to become Cardiff Rugby’s new CEO and is due to join the Welsh club in January.

21 Oct, 14:20 UK · Around the web · Property Week

Honey submits plans for Barnsley housing schemes worth £161m

Housebuilder Honey has submitted plans for three Barnsley housing schemes totalling 539 homes, with a reported combined gross development value of £161m.

21 Oct, 14:03 UK · From the team

⚽ BARNSLEY WOMEN UP TO SECOND AFTER FIVE-GOAL WIN

A much brighter Barnsley football story from the weekend. ❤️⚽ Barnsley Women climbed to second in FA Women’s National League Division One Midlands after beating Sporting Khalsa: 🔥 BARNSLEY WOMEN 5-2 SPORTING KHALSA. Milly Wortley opened the scoring before Sporting turned the game around, but goals from Lucy Cook and Jodie Michalska sent Barnsley into half-time ahead. Michalska struck again after the break before Amber Sewell completed the five-goal victory. A brilliant start to the season continues. 👏❤️ Source: FA Women’s National League

21 Oct, 14:00 UK · Around the web · East Anglian Daily Times

Cieran Slicker makes Barnsley debut in 2-1 defeat at Luton Town

Ipswich loanee Cieran Slicker made his Barnsley debut as the Reds were beaten 2-1 by Luton Town at Kenilworth Road.

21 Oct, 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!

21 Oct, 13:40 UK · Around the web · Yorkshire Post

Barnsley FC boss Daniel Stendel on 'tough situation' on and off pitch as Reds suffer fifth straight loss at Luton Town

Daniel Stendel said Barnsley were in a tough situation on and off the pitch after a 2-1 defeat at Luton left the Reds 22nd in League One.

21 Oct, 13:20 UK · Around the web · Express & Star

Nahki Wells on target as Luton return to winning ways against Barnsley

Barnsley lost 2-1 at Luton after Mads Andersen and Nahki Wells scored for the hosts, with Makenzie Kirk pulling one back after half-time.

21 Oct, 13:16 UK · From the team

🎰 FREE GAMBLING SUPPORT GROUPS NOW RUNNING IN BARNSLEY

Adults worried about their gambling can now access free, confidential support without having to travel outside the borough. Barnsley Recovery Connections is running a 12-month pilot with THREE meetings every week at Barnsley YMCA and Goldthorpe Library. People aged 18 and over can attend without booking and get practical advice while talking with others who understand similar experiences. Source: Barnsley Council / Barnsley Recovery Connections

21 Oct, 13:00 UK · Around the web · Fan Banter

Jack Wilshere involved in full-time handbags after Luton beat Barnsley

A touchline confrontation followed Barnsley’s 2-1 defeat at Luton, with footage showing an exchange between Jack Wilshere, Daniel Stendel and members of the two benches.

21 Oct, 12:40 UK · Around the web · Sky Sports

Luton 2-1 Barnsley

Makenzie Kirk scored for Barnsley in a 2-1 defeat at Luton, while Amani Richards was booked for simulation after appealing for a late penalty.

21 Oct, 12:29 UK · From the team

🏛️ MONK BRETTON PRIORY WALL TO BE CAREFULLY DISMANTLED AND REBUILT

Important conservation work has been approved at historic Monk Bretton Priory. Barnsley Council has approved plans for temporary protective hoardings and the careful dismantling and rebuilding of the upper section of the western wall at the West Gatehouse. Structural investigations identified significant mortar loss and concerns about the wall’s stability and risk of collapse. A public footpath had already been diverted because of those concerns. The repair work will include rebuilding the affected section and new interpretation at the Grade I-listed site, which remains in the care of English Heritage. Source: Barnsley Council planning records / English Heritage documentation

21 Oct, 12:20 UK · Around the web · The Star

Family demand answers as "kind and caring" Barnsley woman dies from asbestos-related cancer

Jane Inman, 62, from Great Houghton, died after being diagnosed with mesothelioma. Her family and lawyers are seeking information about how she may have encountered asbestos.

21 Oct, 12:00 UK · Around the web · Yorkshire Live

Workers at six nurseries to strike in row over new contracts

Nursery workers at six Barnsley sites have voted unanimously for strike action in a dispute over new contracts and pension arrangements, with action expected in November.

21 Oct, 12:00 UK · From all of us

It's dinnertime, Barnsley! What's on your plate — a chip butty, a crunchy salad or a baked potato? Or something else entirely? Enjoy whatever you're having.

21 Oct, 11:45 UK · Approved · Now live

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

21 Oct, 11:45 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Halloween Ghost Bunting Craft has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

21 Oct, 11:42 UK · From the team

❤️ FAMILY APPEALS FOR ANSWERS OVER ASBESTOS EXPOSURE

The family of Great Houghton woman Jane Inman are appealing for information about how she may have been exposed to asbestos during her working life. Jane died aged 62 after being diagnosed with mesothelioma, a cancer strongly associated with asbestos exposure. Her family and legal team particularly want to hear from anyone who worked alongside her at Superdrug stores in Barnsley or who was involved in refurbishment work at those premises. They hope former colleagues or contractors may be able to provide information which helps establish when and where Jane came into contact with asbestos. Our thoughts are with her family. ❤️ Source: Family legal appeal

21 Oct, 11:40 UK · Around the web · Ofsted

Ofsted records show Barnsley nursery has closed

Ofsted’s official record lists Hopscotch Nursery, at the BHF Priory Centre on Pontefract Road in Barnsley, as closed.

21 Oct, 11:40 UK · News

Ofsted records show Barnsley nursery has closed

Ofsted’s official record lists Hopscotch Nursery, at the BHF Priory Centre on Pontefract Road in Barnsley, as closed.

21 Oct, 10:55 UK · From the team

🏟️ BARNSLEY FC CHIEF EXECUTIVE JON FLATMAN TO LEAVE OAKWELL

Barnsley FC are beginning the search for a new chief executive after Jon Flatman agreed to leave the club. Flatman joined Barnsley in 2023 and later took the permanent CEO role. He will now become chief executive of: 🏉 CARDIFF RUGBY. Cardiff say Flatman will officially join them in January. He will serve his notice period at Oakwell while Barnsley begin the process of appointing his replacement. Source: Cardiff Rugby / Barnsley FC

21 Oct, 10:08 UK · From the team

🔴 REDS’ WINLESS LEAGUE RUN CONTINUES AT LUTON

Another deeply frustrating night for Barnsley. Final score: ⚽ LUTON TOWN 2-1 BARNSLEY. Former Reds defender Mads Andersen headed Luton in front after just TWO minutes before Nahki Wells doubled their lead shortly before half-time. Substitute Makenzie Kirk gave Barnsley hope in the 58th minute, but the Reds couldn’t find an equaliser. Amani Richards was booked for diving after going down while appealing for a late penalty, with a confrontation between the dugouts following the final whistle. The defeat extends Barnsley’s league run without a victory to NINE matches and leaves the Reds in the relegation places. Daniel Stendel described the first-half performance as unacceptable. Next: ⚽ READING v BARNSLEY 📅 Saturday 24 October 🕒 3pm Another huge game already. 🔴 Source: Barnsley FC / Sky Sports

21 Oct, 10:05 UK · Your local diary · What's On

What's on today and newly added in Barnsley — Wednesday 21 October

21 Oct, 09:54 UK · Business

The Seam digital campus features in national blueprint for economic growth

Barnsley's Seam Digital Campus has been included as a case study in a five-point blueprint for national economic growth.

21 Oct, 09:21 UK · From the team

👶 NURSERY WORKERS VOTE UNANIMOUSLY FOR STRIKE ACTION

Workers across six Barnsley nurseries have voted 100% in favour of industrial action in a dispute over pensions. The staff work for private provider Limetree after the nursery services were outsourced by Barnsley Council. GMB says workers had been promised they would retain their Local Government pension arrangements but are now being told they will move onto Limetree’s statutory pension scheme. The union says that would result in lower retirement benefits and the loss of Death in Service entitlement. Industrial action is expected during 📅 November, although NO strike dates have yet been announced. GMB is calling for talks aimed at resolving the dispute. Source: GMB Union

21 Oct, 08:34 UK · From the team

🔫 BROTHERS JAILED FOR MORE THAN 12 YEARS OVER BARNSLEY SHOOTING

Two brothers have been jailed for their involvement in a shotgun attack on Cemetery Road in Jump. CCTV captured Daniel and Jamie Galfsky travelling towards premises at around 9.30pm on 21 January before a shotgun was fired at a window. The vehicle, which was registered to Jamie, was found burnt out near Wombwell Woods two days later. Both men denied possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence but were convicted following a trial at Sheffield Crown Court. Jamie Galfsky, 37, was jailed for ⚖️ six years and six months. Daniel Galfsky, 35, was sentenced to ⚖️ six years for the firearms offence and criminal damage. No one was injured in the shooting. South Yorkshire Police described their actions as reckless and said the consequences could have been far more serious. Source: South Yorkshire Police / Sheffield Crown Court

21 Oct, 08:00 UK · From all of us

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

21 Oct, 07:47 UK · From the team

🌧️ HEAVY RAIN POSSIBLE THIS AFTERNOON

Barnsley may see a little brightness early on, but cloud will quickly build with outbreaks of rain developing by late morning. Rain is expected to become persistent and potentially heavy during the afternoon, with winds strengthening later. Temperatures will reach around 🌡️ 11-12°C before falling to around 🌡️ 5°C overnight. Source: Met Office

21 Oct, 07:45 UK · Around the web · BBCSport & local pride

Jon Flatman: Cardiff Rugby appoint Barnsley FC chief executive as new CEO

Barnsley FC's chief executive Jon Flatman is heading to Cardiff Rugby as their new CEO in January, after helping secure the long-term future at Oakwell.

21 Oct, 07:00 UK · From the team

GOOD MORNING BARNSLEY! ❤️ It’s WEDNESDAY 21 October 2026!

Get the waterproofs ready because it’s looking like a pretty wet Wednesday across the borough. ☔ Two brothers have been jailed for more than 12 years in total over a shotgun attack in Jump, workers at six Barnsley nurseries have voted unanimously for strike action over pensions, and the Reds’ miserable league run continued with another 2-1 defeat at Luton last night. We’ve also got a change at the top of Barnsley FC, important repair work approved at Monk Bretton Priory, a family appeal for answers following the death of a Great Houghton woman from mesothelioma, and a big all-Barnsley cup tie TONIGHT. Here’s what you need to know this Wednesday! 👇

21 Oct, 06:58 UK · Approved · Now live

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

21 Oct, 06:58 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! East Street Band + The One Twenty has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

21 Oct, 06:58 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Wilthorpe Park Silent Stompers has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

21 Oct, 06:22 UK · Business

Barnsley Markets Team wins national award for championing markets

Barnsley Council's markets team has been honoured with a new national award recognising its work championing local markets.

21 Oct, 06:00 UK · From all of us

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

21 Oct, 05:28 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Studio Prints: Creative Collaboration has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

21 Oct, 05:28 UK · Approved · Now live

One for your diary, Barnsley! Cleopatra and the Queens of Egypt has been added to the Barnsley Essentials Event Guide — fancy a look?

21 Oct, 05:28 UK · Approved · Now live

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

21 Oct, 05:00 UK · From all of us

Morning, Barnsley. An early start? Here's a fact for today: here's a Yorkshire fact for today: Conisbrough Castle near Doncaster has one of England's oldest stone keeps, built in the 12th century

21 Oct, 03:00 UK · From all of us

Can't sleep, Barnsley? Try this: If you're not sleepy, do something quiet in dim light until you feel drowsy

20 Oct, 23:00 UK · From all of us

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