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Petition to save 'iconic' trees from axe gains hundreds of signatures

Almost 500 people have signed a petition calling on Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council to publish evidence showing why the trees need to be removed and prove that felling is being used only as a last resort.

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Rotherham's 'hidden’ war graves and the stories behind those buried close to home

Heritage Open Day tours of Moorgate Cemetery in Rotherham to pay respects

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Rotherham-based officer who romped with prostitutes goes from bravery award to police barred list

The officer admitted using the services of sex workers after “incriminating” text messages were found on his phone

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PICTURE GALLERY: Mini photo round up of Rotherham Show

From music to motors - here are a few more photos of the Rotherham Show

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'Star girl' Jordan reaching for skies in 30km trek for beloved brother

Jordan Mangnall is taking part in Trek for CALM with McFly pop star for a second year

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Wellbeing blooms after gardening club takes root at care home

Residents are rediscovering lifelong hobbies and building new friendships

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Advertiser holds first round table debate to help boost Rotherham

Advertiser holds first round table debate to help boost Rotherham

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Restaurant and ‘One Stop-type’ shop planned for long-empty pub

A restaurant and “One Stop-type” convenience store could open at Kimberworth’s long-vacant Green Dragon Inn, with councillors advised to approve the redevelopment despite residents’ traffic and parking concerns.

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Fire crews tackle van blaze after arson attack

Firefighters from Rotherham attended the 'deliberate van fire'

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Grimm and Co events to bring stories to life

'Shadows of the Past' will see guests step into the archives at the Ship Hill HQ

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Rotherham boy's balance problems were first sign of devastating diagnosis

'I'm not writing this for sympathy', says mum, as Layton's family launch fundraiser to ease financial pressure

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Rotherham backs call to keep half of local speeding-fine cash

Rotherham councillors have backed calls for half the money raised through local speeding fines to be spent on making the borough’s roads safer.

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Rotherham councillors to lose vote on smaller planning applications

Smaller planning applications in Rotherham will be decided by council officers rather than debated and voted on by elected councillors under new national rules.

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Rotherham Council agrees review of cycle lanes and road safety after thousands sign petition

Rotherham Council has unanimously agreed to review cycle-lane schemes and give greater consideration to road-safety measures after more than 3,600 people backed a petition.

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Blue plaque marks hospice's 30 years of making 'a massive difference'

Facility has cared for 50,000 patients since first opening its doors in 1996

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Police hunt man wanted over Rotherham rape allegation

Manhunt for Birmingham suspect with South Yorkshire connections

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Rotherham rape suspect vanished before court date

Mohammed Ismail, 39, from Birmingham is wanted following a reported rape in Rotherham

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Armed police called after alleged dog attack injures two in Rotherham

Dog seized by police after emergency response

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Landmark pub building's 24 hour mini-mart future revealed

Historic pub’s new future emerges

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Sarah Champion: Government should have acted two years ago

Rotherham MP Sarah Champion is holding the Government to account over its response to Israeli settlements and the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.