Preparations are well underway at Barnsley Hospice as staff and volunteers get ready to welcome the community to their annual Summer Fair, taking place tomorrow, Saturday 9 August, from 11am to 1pm. The event promises a fun-filled morning for visitors of all ages, with a wide variety of attractions planned – including children’s games, a
Barnsley Football Club Signs Tennai Watson on One-Year Deal Barnsley Football Club has confirmed the signing of Tennai Watson on a one-year contract. The 28-year-old right-back joins the Reds following a spell at Charlton Athletic, where he made 19 appearances during their promotion-winning campaign from Sky Bet League One. Watson brings a wealth of experience
Match Report: Barnsley 3–2 Burton Albion – 9 August 2025 Barnsley FC secured a thrilling 3–2 comeback victory over Burton Albion at Oakwell on Saturday evening. The League One contest was full of momentum swings, as the visitors took the lead early through a penalty before the home side fought back under the stewardship of
South Yorkshire Police is appealing for information, witnesses, and any relevant footage following a fatal collision on Pontefract Road in Barnsley. Police were called at 7:43pm on Friday 8 August 2025 to reports of a collision involving a pedal cycle and a silver BMW, near the junction with Beevor Court. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man,
Disabled women’s experiences of maternity care at Barnsley Hospital are set to be improved following a new campaign led by local MP Marie Tidball. The initiative follows research showing that disabled women in the UK face significantly higher risks during pregnancy and birth, including increased likelihood of stillbirth, longer hospital stays, and lower rates of
Motorcyclists from across Barnsley will take to the roads this weekend for the annual charity ride in support of Barnsley Hospice. The event, taking place on Saturday 16 August, is organised by a group of local riders from the Wombwell area. Participants will gather at the Barley Sheaf pub on Aldham House Lane, Wombwell, before
Road users are being advised of resurfacing work on Cockerham Lane and Smithies Lane from Monday 18 August, lasting for around two weeks. The work will take place in two phases to minimise disruption. Phase one runs from Monday to Friday next week, with daytime closures on Cockerham Lane between Huddersfield Road and Cavendish Road,
Barnsley Council’s Cabinet has approved a £2.1 million programme to improve parks and open spaces across all 21 wards in the borough. The funding will deliver a wide range of enhancements, including upgraded play equipment, improved footpaths, new signage and entranceways, planting, and additional facilities such as bins and benches. This forms part of Barnsley
Barnsley booked their place in the second round of the Carabao Cup after a tense penalty shoot-out win over Fleetwood Town at Oakwell last night. The League One sides played out an entertaining 2–2 draw over 90 minutes and extra time before Barnsley held their nerve from the spot to seal a 5–4 shoot-out victory.
Barnsley will mark the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day this week with a special service at the town hall war memorial. The event will take place at 11am on Friday 15 August, bringing the community together to remember those who gave their lives in service to their country during the Second World
