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South Yorkshire Police break silence after Redcar baby dies after dog bite
South Yorkshire Police issue warning as 326 children injured by dogs in the county in 2025
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Rotherham e-bike rider fighting for life after crash with Audi
Rotherham police have launched a desperate appeal for information following the crash
Missing man with 'distinctive tattoos' last seen in Maltby as search launched
Hugh, 67, from Rotherham was last seen in Maltby this morning (April 10)
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Appeal to find missing man with distinctive rat and spider tattoos
Police are appealing for information to help locate a missing man who has not been seen since this morning (April 10).
Rotherham ranks high in new rankings of cycling-friendly locations
ROTHERHAM has been placed eighth in a new national ranking which shows access to beginner-friendly cycling.
‘Disjointed’ care system for older people set for overhaul
CARE for older residents living in two Rotherham housing complexes has been described as “disjointed and intrusive”, as the council sets out plans to bring services back in-house.
Police appeal after car and e-bike collision in Rotherham
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a collision between a car and an e-bike which left a man with serious injuries.
St George's Day celebrations line-up revealed by Council
A BUMPER line-up of performers, musicians and community groups including Morris dancers and Sudanese drummers will descend on Clifton Park this April as Rotherham marks St George’s Day.
MP warns against Maltby fly-tipping blame
AN MP has warned against speculation that Maltby residents are behind fly-tipping in their own town.
White Water Course Project reaches 'hugely important' milestone
THE White Water Course project at Manvers Lake has reached a major new milestone, with full planning permission now formally submitted to Rotherham Council.
Extended hours and rooftop terrace approved for Rawmarsh venue
PLANS to extend opening hours and add a rooftop terrace at a Rawmarsh venue have been approved by councillors following a licensing hearing.
Parish boundaries across Rotherham set for review ahead of 2028 elections
PLANS to review and potentially redraw local parish boundaries across the entire borough of Rotherham are set to go out to public consultation.
Four teens arrested after police road and air pursuit
FOUR teenagers were arrested for a number of offences after a police road and air pursuit.
Rotherham Council agrees land swap with Royal Mail to unlock riverside plans
ROTHERHAM Council has struck a deal with Royal Mail to swap land as part of a major town centre regeneration scheme.
'I visited Yorkshire village that banned takeaways - here's my verdict out of 10'
YouTuber Gary Eats visited Wentworth in South Yorkshire, which has banned takeaways and fast food restaurants, and gave the village a perfect 10/10 rating for its traditional food
Sheffield WWII veteran with 'laugh a minute' personality dies aged 101
A WWII veteran whose charm was so well known he was once chosen to sit next to The King at a VJ-Day banquet has died aged 101.
Communities go head-to-head in bid for £3m culture prize
THE Dearne Valley is on course for a double-whammy chance to benefit from Town of Culture status, as Barnsley and Mexborough both square up as contenders.
Friendship groups urge locals to connect this spring
TWO groups are encouraging people to get involved in social activities on their doorsteps and enjoy forging “genuine” new friendships.
Council on property-buying spree for regeneration move
ROTHERHAM Council has taken a step forward in its plans to transform the town centre by buying up properties along Corporation Street.
Extended opening and roof terrace approved for Rotherham bar
Plans to extend opening hours and add a rooftop terrace at a Rawmarsh venue have been approved by councillors following a licensing hearing.