South Yorkshire news
The latest news from Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster and communities across South Yorkshire.
Man dies following incident at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
South Yorkshire Police say emergency services were called to Yorkshire Wildlife Park at 1.35pm today, Saturday 10 October, after reports that a man had entered a tiger enclosure.
Serious incident at Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger enclosure
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has confirmed a serious incident at its tiger enclosure, with emergency services attending and the park closed.
FORMER BRIDGE INN MOVES CLOSER TO CONVENIENCE-STORE CONVERSION
Plans are moving forward to convert part of the former Bridge Inn opposite Rotherham Central station into a convenience store. A premises licence has been secured allowing alcohol to be sold for consumption off the premises 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with late-night refreshment also permitted.
WICKERSLEY ACCOUNTANTS PARKINS JOINS SMH GROUP
Wickersley-based accountancy firm Parkins has joined regional professional services business SMH Group and will now trade as SMH Parkins. The firm's existing team is remaining at its Wickersley office, with day-to-day client relationships and services expected to continue as before.
NEW HIGH-STREET ADVISERS BEGIN WORK ACROSS ROTHERHAM
Rotherham Council has introduced three high-street advisers to work directly with traders and businesses across the borough. The team will act as a regular point of contact on issues including street safety, cleanliness, events, promotion, footfall and access to grants.
POLICE STILL SEEK MAN AFTER HAMMER ATTACK IN ROTHERHAM
South Yorkshire Police are continuing efforts to identify a man following a serious assault on Doncaster Road in Rotherham. Officers say an altercation took place on 22 July involving a man who had been in a parked red Seat Leon.
EARLY PLANS REVEAL 226 MORE HOMES FOR ROTHERHAM TOWN CENTRE
Plans that could bring more than 200 additional homes into Rotherham town centre are moving forward. Rotherham Council is using £2.42 million of regeneration funding for further development work and feasibility studies on five brownfield sites alongside developer Capital&Centric.
ROTHERHAM RECYCLING CENTRES TO GET LONGER WINTER OPENING HOURS
Rotherham's four household waste recycling centres are set to open for longer during the winter when their management returns directly to the council later this month. From 28 October, sites at Greasbrough, Bramley, Rawmarsh and North Anston are due to open from 9.30am until 5pm seven days a week throughout the year.
MR WHIPPY PREPARES TO RAMP UP PRODUCTION AT £15M ROTHERHAM FACTORY
Mr Whippy is preparing to move towards full production at its new £15 million manufacturing facility in Rotherham. The 23,000-square-foot-plus Woodhouse Link factory near Fence has already begun test production of doughnuts following the completion of its specialist food-production fit-out.
MILLERS LOOK FOR RESPONSE AS GILLINGHAM VISIT NEW YORK STADIUM
Rotherham United return to League Two action at the AESSEAL New York Stadium this afternoon with Gillingham the visitors for a 3pm kick-off. The Millers go into the weekend 17th in the table and looking to improve on a difficult few days.
TEENAGE GIRL LEFT WITH LIFE-THREATENING INJURIES IN BAWTRY ROAD COLLISION
Police are appealing for witnesses after a teenage girl suffered life-threatening injuries in a collision on Bawtry Road in Rotherham. Emergency services were called at about 8.11am on Thursday after a black Nissan Micra was involved in a collision with the pedestrian.
ROTHERHAM MAN ACCUSED IN WIDDECOMBE MURDER AND FARAGE TERROR PLOT
A Rotherham man accused of murdering former minister and Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe has appeared at the Old Bailey over an alleged terrorism plot targeting Nigel Farage. Prosecutors allege Joshua Kerry, 28, carried out extensive online research into more than 100 politicians and other prominent figures and had a particular hostility towards Reform UK.
£15M DOUGHNUT FACTORY NEAR SHEFFIELD PREPARES FOR FULL PRODUCTION
Mr Whippy has completed test production at its new £15 million doughnut manufacturing facility at Woodhouse Link, near Fence on the Rotherham side of the Sheffield border. The 23,355 square foot site brings manufacturing, packing and distribution together under one roof using automated production equipment. Full production is expected to begin later this year and the development is expected to…
SHEFFIELD SHARKS WELCOME LEICESTER RIDERS TO THE CANON MEDICAL ARENA
Sheffield Sharks return to action at the Canon Medical Arena tomorrow afternoon when they host Leicester Riders at 4pm. The fixture comes as the arena marks three years since opening at Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park. The Sharks began their Super League Basketball season with a 98-76 victory over Caledonia Gladiators and will be looking to build on that result after a two-week break between games.
SHEFFIELD BUS SERVICES SET FOR MAJOR CHANGE UNDER FRANCHISING PLANS
People across Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region are being asked for their views on the future of the transport network as the Mayoral Combined Authority develops its next Local Transport Plan. The consultation covers issues including reliability, affordability, accessibility and safety and runs until the end of October. Most bus services in Sheffield and Doncaster are due to enter…
MAJOR CASTLE STREET WORKS SET TO BRING CITY CENTRE DISRUPTION
Drivers, bus passengers and businesses in Sheffield city centre are being warned about disruption when the next phase of improvements around Castle Street begins next week. Work around Castle Street, Waingate and Haymarket is due to continue into spring 2027, with Waingate closed to uphill traffic during the first phase. The scheme includes upgraded bus stops and live journey information,…
BLADES BACK AT BRAMALL LANE AS SHEFFIELD UNITED FACE LINCOLN CITY
Sheffield United return to Championship action at Bramall Lane this afternoon against newly promoted Lincoln City, with kick-off at 3pm. The Blades are 18th with nine points from their opening eight league games and lost their final three matches in all competitions before the international break. Lincoln are 12th and arrive with one of the division’s stronger away records, looking for a…
Sheffield Wednesday take full away allocation to Huddersfield Town
Around 2,300 Sheffield Wednesday supporters are heading to Huddersfield for Saturday's League One Yorkshire derby.
Sheffield United say 12-point deduction not expected as EFL investigation continues
Sheffield United believe they will avoid an automatic 12-point deduction, though an EFL investigation and a dispute over around £35 million of the takeover price are still ongoing.
Sheffield United host Lincoln City at Bramall Lane on Saturday 10 October
The Blades return to Championship action at Bramall Lane on Saturday 10 October, sitting 18th and looking to get their campaign moving in the right direction.
Weston Park Cancer Charity raises £2.15 million for Sheffield's first cancer MRI simulator
Weston Park Cancer Charity has raised £2,151,030 to bring Sheffield its first MRI simulator dedicated specifically to cancer treatment.
Police continue appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after girl left with life-threatening injuries
South Yorkshire Police are still asking for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision left a girl with life-threatening injuries.
Event Central opening on Fargate delayed until 2027
Sheffield's new Event Central venue on Fargate will not open until 2027 after delays securing a permanent electricity connection.
Community share offer launched to turn former Waingate pub into £150,000 media centre
Sheffield Community Media is raising £150,000 through a community share offer to convert the former Tap and Barrel pub on Waingate into a community-owned arts and media centre.
Major Castle Street roadworks in Sheffield city centre start week beginning Monday 12 October
Sheffield Council begins the latest stage of its Connecting Sheffield programme around Castle Street, Waingate and Haymarket, with Waingate closed to uphill traffic in the first phase.
Yorkshire moves into official drought status after months of dry weather
The Environment Agency has declared a drought across Yorkshire after unusually dry conditions left rivers, reservoirs and the wider environment with unusually low water levels.
MI5 alert linked to research involving University of Sheffield academic
Three research papers involving a University of Sheffield academic acknowledged funding from an organisation named in an MI5 espionage alert.
Buses replace trains between Doncaster and Hull on 17 and 18 October
Network Rail is carrying out around £200,000 of work on Goole Swing Bridge, so buses will replace trains between Doncaster and Hull on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October.
Prison officer denies HMP Moorland bomb-hoax charges
A prison officer will stand trial accused of faking a bomb threat at HMP Moorland in Doncaster.
Doncaster club awarded Grade B status after Championship Grand Final season
A Doncaster rugby league club has been awarded Grade B status following a season in which it reached the Championship Grand Final.
Doncaster Rovers Belles and development side in home action on Sunday 11 October
Both Doncaster Rovers Belles sides are at home on Sunday 11 October, with the first team in Sheffield & Hallamshire Women's Senior Cup action.
Seven arrested in Doncaster drugs and antisocial behaviour operation
A joint police and council operation across Doncaster on 23 September led to seven arrests targeting drugs and antisocial behaviour.
New national rules change which planning applications go to committee
Changes to how some planning applications are referred to councillors come into force at the end of this month.
Doncaster Rovers return to League One action against Burton Albion
Grant McCann's side host Burton Albion at Club Doncaster Sports Village on Saturday 10 October, looking to build on their midweek EFL Trophy win.
Youth Impact Fund offers grants of up to £10,000 for talented young people in South Yorkshire
Young people aged 11 to 19 across South Yorkshire can apply or be nominated for grants worth between £2,000 and £10,000 to help overcome financial barriers.
Rossington shop ordered to stay closed for three months over illegal vapes and counterfeit cigarettes
A district judge has ordered a Rossington shop to remain shut for three months after Trading Standards repeatedly found illegal vapes and counterfeit cigarettes there.
Doncaster Rovers staff and supporters join Prostate United challenge for Prostate Cancer UK
Doncaster Rovers staff and supporters are walking, running or cycling throughout October for Prostate Cancer UK's Prostate United challenge.
Mayor opposes Whitestone solar farm proposal between Doncaster and Rotherham
South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard has publicly opposed the proposed Whitestone Solar Farm, saying it is too large and in the wrong location.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport consultation draws 1,894 online responses
More than 1,800 people responded online to the airspace change consultation, which closed on 4 October.
Grants of up to £10,000 available for talented young people in South Yorkshire
A new Youth Impact Fund is offering grants of between £2,000 and £10,000 to young people aged 11 to 19 across South Yorkshire.
Police appeal for witnesses after girl left with life-threatening injuries in collision
Officers are continuing to appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision left a girl with life-threatening injuries.
Police continue CCTV appeal after hammer assault on Doncaster Road
South Yorkshire Police are still trying to identify a man they believe could help with an investigation into a serious assault in Rotherham in July.
Masked men reported in Rotherham Hospice grounds
Masked men are reported to have broken into the grounds of Rotherham Hospice before being disturbed by a neighbour.
Panattoni Park Rotherham now fully occupied after Alliance Automotive takes final unit
Alliance Automotive Group has agreed to take the last available unit at Panattoni Park Rotherham, meaning the logistics development near Junction 1 of the M18 is now completely occupied.
Women-only homelessness hub plan goes before Rotherham Council Cabinet
Rotherham Council's Cabinet is to consider plans for a dedicated women-only accommodation hub for those experiencing or at risk of rough sleeping.
Rotherham United host Gillingham in League Two on Saturday 10 October
The Millers are back at the AESSEAL New York Stadium on Saturday 10 October, looking to respond after two defeats.
Legionnaires' cases investigated in Rotherham as public risk is low
A small number of Legionnaires' disease cases are being investigated in Rotherham to see whether they are connected and share a common source.
Rotherham tips to open seven days a week all year under council plans
Rotherham Council says its household waste sites will open every day of the year, apart from three bank holidays, as it brings them back under direct management.
Jury rules death of Sheffield worker Ian Findlay was accidental
A four-day inquest in Sheffield has concluded that the death of 51-year-old Ian Findlay, who was fatally injured when a vehicle fell on him at work, was accidental.
Sheffield Tigers' Grand Final first leg moved to Monday 12 October
Sheffield Tigers will now face Belle Vue Aces in the Premiership Grand Final first leg at Owlerton Stadium on Monday 12 October after last night's meeting was postponed because of the weather.
Grants of up to £10,000 on offer for South Yorkshire's talented young people
A new Youth Impact Fund launched by South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard is inviting applications and nominations for grants worth between £2,000 and £10,000.
Sheffield cancer charity raises £2.15 million for city's first MRI simulator
Weston Park Cancer Charity's campaign has raised £2,151,030 to bring Sheffield its first MRI simulator dedicated specifically to cancer treatment.
High Storrs School rated Strong in all seven Ofsted areas
High Storrs School in Sheffield has been rated Strong across all seven evaluation areas in its latest Ofsted inspection.
Sheffield United still expect to avoid automatic 12-point deduction
Sheffield United say they do not expect an automatic 12-point deduction as the EFL continues to investigate the club's ownership position.
Major Castle Street work in Sheffield city centre starts week beginning Monday 12 October
The latest phase of the Connecting Sheffield programme begins next week, bringing upgraded bus stops, wider walking routes, safer crossings and a new two-way cycle route.
Sheffield man given 20-year extended sentence over Concord Park attack
Ali Askre, 25, has been sentenced after admitting attempted rape and causing grievous bodily harm with intent following an attack on a woman in her 70s in Concord Park.
Dylan Hartley becomes youngest ever Doncaster Rovers player at 15
Dylan Hartley has become the youngest player ever to make a senior appearance for Doncaster Rovers, aged 15 years, four months and 27 days.
Fifteen-year-old breaks Doncaster Rovers record that stood since Alick Jeffrey's 1954 debut
A teenage substitute came on in the 83rd minute to become the youngest player in Doncaster Rovers history, breaking a record set when Alick Jeffrey made his debut in 1954.
Three-month closure order for premises over illegal vapes and tobacco
A court has imposed a three-month closure order on premises after enforcement action over unregulated vape and tobacco products.
Six South Yorkshire Police officers assaulted over weekend, force says
South Yorkshire Police says six of its officers were assaulted while responding to three separate incidents over the weekend, with two people now charged.
Brodie and Luka leave Yorkshire Wildlife Park for Highland Wildlife Park
Two polar bears have left the Doncaster attraction, with Brodie returning to Scotland after almost a year and his cousin Luka going with him.
Rescue dog Cloud settles into new home after Tickhill animal-welfare case
A springer spaniel rescued from a Tickhill property is thriving with her new owners in Hull, as three people await sentencing.
Man jailed for nine years after grooming underage girl online
A man who police say groomed an underage girl online before travelling to Doncaster to meet her has been sentenced at Sheffield Crown Court.
New brown recycling bins coming to Doncaster households from 2027
Doncaster households will receive a new brown bin as part of major recycling changes planned for 2027.
Doncaster among areas with 17% of young people not in work, education or training
New analysis of 2021 Census data shows 17% of Doncaster's 16 to 24-year-olds were recorded as not in education, employment or training.
Second man charged with murder over death of Wayne Solomon in Doncaster
Carlos Yates, 19, of Balby Road, has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article after Wayne Solomon was found seriously injured in Doncaster in June.
Six police officers assaulted over one weekend in South Yorkshire
South Yorkshire Police says six officers were assaulted while responding to three separate incidents over the weekend.
Parkgate host Burscough in FA Vase first round
Parkgate are at home to Burscough in the first round of the FA Vase on Saturday 10 October.
Rotherham United beaten 4-0 by Bradford City in EFL Trophy
The Millers were well beaten at the New York Stadium as Bradford City ran out 4-0 winners in the EFL Trophy.
