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Arrest made in 'School Wars' online craze investigation after Rotherham fears
POLICE have arrested a 13-year-old boy in connection with the so-called ‘School Wars’ craze which has caused alarm amongst pupils and parents in Rotherham.
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'Incredible response' as dance group's show raises £11k
A LONG-RUNNING dance centre's 'Full Monty' style show has raised an “absolutely incredible” £11,452 for Cancer Research UK.
Yorkshire Water roadshow is coming to Rotherham to save you cash
A WATER bill roadshow in Rotherham tomorrow (March 14) could save you big money.
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Miners' Institute and the people it represents deserves better than to be left in ruins
It was really re-assuring on a recent Friday to drive along Aldwarke Road and see at least six Rawmarsh and Parkgate Friends of Green Spaces clearing rubbish from the roadside beside the Park Gate steelworks.
Lorry drivers get the support of Rotherham MP Sarah
ROTHERHAM MP Sarah Champion has backed a call to make life better and safer for the country’s lorry drivers.
Swimmers urged to make a splash in fundraising challenge
A NATIONAL charity is calling for people from Rotherham and across South Yorkshire to 'take the plunge' in a sponsored swimming challenge and raise vital funds.
Historic pub to be rebuilt in village conservation area
A HISTORIC Elsecar building its to rise again as an exact copy after being demolished on safety grounds.
Community foundation to deliver 'hugely important' programme
A COMMUNITY foundation has been announced as the lead regional partner for Rotherham and Sheffield of a “hugely important” initiative which aims to empower young people and create opportunities.
£550,000 grant approved for new classrooms at Rotherham special school
FUNDING has been approved to help create additional classroom space at a Rotherham special school as demand for places continues to grow.
Residents object to plans to increase staffing at children’s home over traffic and parking fears
PLANS to increase staffing at a children’s home in Dinnington have sparked objections from residents who fear the change could lead to more traffic and parking problems on their street.
Drivers urged to 'avoid' Rotherham road after crash causes congestion - live updates
The rescue service has urged the public to seek alternative routes
Plans for 228 homes in Rawmarsh set for approval despite traffic and wildlife concerns
PLANS to build more than 200 homes in Rawmarsh are set to be approved by councillors, despite dozens of objections from residents.
Man arrested after cops seize cannabis valued at £177,000 in bust
A MAN has been arrested and charged after cannabis with a street value estimated at £177,000 was seized following a bust by police.
School honoured for empowering young people with national award
Abbey School, which supports 220 pupils aged 6-19 with moderate learning difficulties, was the proud winner of the Empowering Young Leaders Award at the ceremony, held at the Telford International Centre.
Nature trust urges dog owners to control their pets on Rotherham and Dearne Valley reserves
A NATURE conservation organisation which has reserves in Rotherham and the Dearne Valley is urging dog owners to keep their pets on a lead after a sheep was killed on one of its sites.
The terrible end of a Rotherham highwayman
IT IS like a scene from a Hammer horror film.
Permanent exclusion numbers down among Rotherham pupils
NUMBERS of pupils permanently exclusioned from Rotherham schools fell last year, but suspensions continued to increase, according to the council.
Defence secretary John Healey is losing sleep over our uncertain world
DEFENCE Secretary John Healey claims that Iran has plotted killings in Britain and has carried out cyber operations and espionage. The warning reflects growing concern in government about hostile activity by Tehran on British soil.
Care home's top 20 ranking is 'testament to trust'
A CARE home has hailed its ranking in the top 20 care homes in the region as a “testament to trust.”
School trust shortlisted for two national awards
AN EDUCATIONAL trust which has implemented measures including student wellbeing surveys, dedicated mental health leads and in-house counsellors has been shortlisted for national awards.