Monthly Archives: April 2014

Angry protestors gathered at Sheffield train station for the fourth time in a month yesterday due to the cuts made to South Yorkshire travel passes. Over 100 pensioners and disabled people rallied at Sheffield train station, before taking part in … Continue reading →

Posted on April 29, 2014 by laurarowley94 | Leave a comment

Milly Jam Annual Skate And BMX Contest Confirms Date

Posted on April 29, 2014 by caravanking

BMX and skateboarding contest, “Milly Jam” has confirmed that its fourth annual event will take place on May 17th. The event will be held at the skatepark in Millhouses park (if its dry weather) , and runs from 11am til … Continue reading →

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Sharrow house fire claims five lives

Posted on April 28, 2014 by lewisward20

Three children and two adults have been killed in a house fire in Sharrow. Fire crews were called to Wake Road at 12.15am this morning. Four fire engines were despatched to the scene from Central, Rivelin, Lowedges and Mansfield Road … Continue reading →

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Relish’s “Big Burger Challenge”

Posted on April 28, 2014 by caravanking

Firstly, Relish’s food challenge on Ecclesall Road is not for the faint hearted. It’s just about the biggest portion of food that I’ve had in front of me in one sitting. The challenge is a massive burger (which has to … Continue reading →

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Snooker Fever Returns To Sheffield

Posted on April 23, 2014 by joelsavory

The World Snookers Championships kicked off again on Saturday as world number one Ronnie O’Sullivan looks to defend his title. The WSC, which is the most prestigious and financially rewarding event in the snooker calendar, will run until May 5th … Continue reading →

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Hillsborough: Bells tolled in Sheffield to mark 25th anniversary

Posted on April 17, 2014 by kravalia

25 years on, tributes are still being made for the 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster. The day was remembered particularly in Liverpool. Bells tolled at Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral, Liverpool Town Hall and various other churches in Merseyside. Along with … Continue reading →

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No make-up selfies raise over 8 million pounds for charity

Posted on April 13, 2014 by kravalia

A new craze has helped raise over 8 million pounds for charity. A few months ago, the dangerous craze of Nek Nominations swept the nation and Facebook. Now it’s the ‘No makeup selfies’. They involve females taking pictures of themselves … Continue reading →

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Blades ready to battle with the Tigers

Posted on April 12, 2014 by joelsavory

Sheffield United are ready for one of their biggest game in over 80 years as they prepare to play Hull City in the FA Cup semi-final tomorrow. The Blades travel down to Wembley on Sunday to play the Premier League … Continue reading →

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Sheffield half marathon cancelled due to lack of water

Posted on April 7, 2014 by lewisward20

Organisers of the Sheffield half marathon were left red-faced yesterday when the race was cancelled with 4000 people waiting at the start line. The event, which is in its 33rd year, was scrapped due to a failed water delivery before … Continue reading →

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