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Local NewsTo discuss one of the these local news stories click on the headline to go straight to this subject in the news forum. Sheffield Environment Weeks | |
We've listed loads of events for Sheffield Environment Weeks - if you're a little or a lot eco-friendly, or if you're just bored and want to get involved, check them out at this link: http://www.sheffnet.co.uk/events/events2.asp?ID=2437&name=Environment%20Weeks | |
| Posted Tuesday 1 May 2007
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| Man injured after incident | |
Just saw this on the www.sheffieldtoday.net website. A SHEFFIELD man is being treated in hospital for serious head injuries after an incident on West Street in the city centre. The 50-year-old lost consciousness during an altercation with a man and woman at the tram stop outside the Westways bar just before 1.15am on Sunday. Witnesses should call DC Lynn Sutcliffe at West Bar CID on 0114 296 4040 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Repeating it here, because we know the old guy. Get well soon lad :) | |
| Posted Tuesday 10 October 2006
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| PUBLIC ASKED ABOUT POLICE MERGER PLANS | |
What are your views on the planned Yorkshire-wide police force? That is the question South Yorkshire Police Authority is putting to the public as part of a consultation process about the restucture. The Home Office has proposed to merge the police force and authority in South Yorkshire with West Yorkshire, However, in April South The Authority, which is responsible for overseeing the work of the county’s police force, now want to hear what the public feel about the plans. The Police Authority wants to know: - What are your views on the impact of the merger on protective services? Protective services include counter terrorism, serious organised and cross-police force border crime and major crime. - Do you have concerns about how officers and resources will be allocated in the future? - What are your views on the impact of the merger on local neighbourhood policing? - Do you have concerns about communicating with the police in the future? Police Authority chairman Alan Hartley said: “It is absolutely vital that everyone has a chance to offer an opinion on these planned Government changes. As part of the consultation process, South Yorkshire Police Authority wants to incorporate as many views as possible into the response it will be sending to the Home Secretary in August.” A newsletter will also be sent to libraries, post officers, voluntary and community groups, local MPs, councillors, town and parish councillors and people who have responded to police questionnaires in the past - again asking for views. Members of the public are also invited to send their views to the Police Authority freepost address: SYPA (Mergers), FREEPOST RLZL - KJUE - HRCB, Alternatively, they can visit www.southyorks.org.uk or email merger@syjs.gov.uk. | |
| Posted Tuesday 9 May 2006
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| Sheffield – 2010 and beyond... | |
What do YOU want the city to be famous for? What should Sheffield be like in five years time? What could it be known for across the world? What qualities does our city have that make it stand out from other European cities? Sheffield First Partnership are posing these questions as part of the development of the 2005-2010 Sheffield City Strategy. Following this public consultation, the final strategy will be launched later in 2005. Sheffield First Partnership’s City Strategy is a high level plan for the transformation of Sheffield’s city centre and neighbourhoods, covering areas such as the environment, learning skills, quality of life and the economy. This new City Strategy will renew and expand on the substantial investment in regeneration activity already underway thanks to the previous 2002-2005 plan for the city. While we want the city to have all the characteristics of successful cities across the world, we also need it to have a strong identity grounded in a set of distinctive characteristics that will help to give it recognition on the global stage. The consultation will close on July 29th 2005, giving Sheffield’s residents the chance to voice their opinions on the future of the city and help celebrate its many strengths by reading about the emerging vision for the city and answering a short questionnaire online at www.sheffieldfirst.net. Rachel Wileman, acting deputy director of Sheffield First Partnership said: “Consultation on the city strategy is important to ensure that the vision for Sheffield’s future and the development framework set out for the next five year’s reflects people’s views and aspirations for Sheffield. The last city strategy set out an ambitious development framework for the social and economic regeneration of Sheffield and considerable progress has been achieved. The new City Strategy will build on this success and take the city forward over the next five years, towards the vision of prosperity, inclusion and sustainability. It will focus around a number of clear priorities and link Sheffield’s future to the needs of young people growing up in the city and future generations. We are very interested to hear your views, tell us what you want from the city and what you want the city to be famous for in ten years time.” Historically, Sheffield has long been recognised globally for its qualities as a producer within the manufacturing industry and has a growing reputation within the creative sector. Today, the city is increasingly forging a world class reputation for its advanced manufacturing along with the scientific, technology, creative and digital industries alongside its celebrated and unique proximity to the Peak District and of course its annual hosting of the World Professional Snooker Championship since 1977. Sheffield First Partnership want to build on these and other qualities that have the potential to really put Sheffield on the map, globally, and for Sheffield to be increasingly recognised as an exciting, modern city with the diverse offering that it is becoming. Visit www.sheffieldfirst.net and look out for the posters that will be appearing around the city. You have until 29th July to get involved and share your thoughts on Sheffield’s vision for the future.
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| Posted Friday 10 June 2005
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| Get Walking for health around Sheffield | |
A programme of walks has been organised by BBC Radio Sheffield as part of the 'Plant it- Save it' tree-planting campaign. These are moderate walks with a woodland/wildlife theme led by an expert in their field. The walks have been organised in partnership with CSV, Community Service Volunteers and Sheffield Health Walks, which is a Sheffield City Council initiative to encourage more people to walk to improve their health. Walks will take place on: - Thursday May 12th Gleadless Valley woods 7.00pm Meet Horse & Groom Car Park. Experts Bruce Granger/Dr. Patrick Harding - Sunday May 15th Woolley Woods 4.30pm Meet Concord Cruick Barn Oaks Lane .Expert Simon Dore/Paul Medforth (Birds) - Monday June 20th Porter Valley 1.00pm Meet Ranger Cabin Endcliffe Park. Expert Avril Wragg (Trees) - Sunday July 10th Shire Brook Valley 10.00am Meet Shirebrook Valley Visitor Centre Stone Lane. Expert Chris Smith/ Dr. Ian Rotherham (Journey Thro' time) - Tuesday August 23rd Rivelin Valley 1.00pm Meet at Malin Bridge. Expert Avril Wragg (Seeing the Wood for the Trees) - Sunday Sept 25th Bowden Housteads 10.00am Meet Clifton Lane Entrance. Expert Scott Porter Contact to book: CSV Action Desk at BBC Radio Sheffield 0114 267 5444
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| Posted Tuesday 3 May 2005
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| Recycle for the Asia tsunami appeal | |
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Sheffnet received the letter below regarding the recent disaster. While we don't know much about the credentials of Eurosource, they appear to be genuine and it does seem to be a good idea for helping the tsunami victims and the environment at the same time. (It's a rather sad fact that the internet is being used by some to profit from the disaster, which is why we include this statement - Ed).
No doubt your readers have been watching the tsunami news reports, stunned at the devastation following the massive earthquake off the coast of Sumatra. A phenomenal amount support has been given by the British public in the form of monetary donations. I am writing to let your readers know about another way they can help - by donating old mobile phones and printer cartridges. These are items which often end up in the bin, yet they have the potential to raise a massive amount of money. As a representative of Eurosource, a company which specialises in running charity recycling appeals, I want as many people as possible to know about this innovative fundraising opportunity. Eurosource has pledged to give cash to the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) for every mobile and cartridge which is recycled. As this is the umbrella organisation for various aid agencies, we feel the DEC is best placed to ensure that the funds raised go to those who need them most. So, readers, if any of you received a new mobile phone for Christmas, I am urging you to donate your old one to our Tsunami Recycling Appeal . To find out what types of mobiles and cartridges we can recycle, and how much we'll give to the DEC for the items donated, visit www.recyclingappeal.com/tsunamiIf you have a mobile phone or printer cartridge to donate, all you have to do is visit the website or call 08712 50 50 50 and ask for a freepost bag for the Tsumami Recycling Appeal - then drop your item in the post. Yours sincerely Robert Morton Redeem Plc trading as Eurosource Europe | |
| Posted Monday 10 January 2005
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| Regeneration organisation wants new members | |
Sheffield First Partnership, the high level regeneration organisation for Sheffield is appealing for new Partnership board members. In a bid to help move the city forward in its vision to become a successful distinctive city of European Significance, Sheffield First Partnership is seeking additional representation from the business, voluntary, community and faith sectors. Members will contribute to the development of Sheffield economically, socially and environmentally. They will be asked to reflect the views of their sector in monthly Partnership debates addressing key issues for the city. Success applicants will work alongside the Leader of the City Council, chief executives of several major Sheffield institutions and other sector representatives. Vince Taylor, Director of Sheffield First Partnership, said: “This is not a salaried position, however it is a fantastic opportunity to work towards the future of Sheffield for the benefit of its people and businesses.” Several places at the board have become vacant due to existing members coming to the end of their three-year term, a period of which new members are also expected to commit. To receive an application pack please call 0114 2736318 or email sheffield.first@sheffield.gov.uk Applications for the post must be received by Friday 7th January, 2005. | |
| Posted Monday 29 November 2004
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| The Bison Returns | |
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One of the North of England's most famous landmarks, a stainless steel bison seen by hundreds of thousands of M1 motorway travellers each year, will soon find a new home at one of the region's most popular visitor attractions. Outokumpu Stainless Ltd, the largest manufacturer and supplier of stainless steel in the UK and one of Sheffield's leading employers, has agreed to relocate the bison to Rotherham's Magna Science Adventure Centre. The fabricated sculpture weighs two tonnes and is made up of sixteen separate cast stainless steel pieces. Until 2001, the bison stood on top of a two metre high plinth adjacent to the northbound M1 at junction 34. It will now take up a similarly high profile position by Magna's entrance and opposite Magna's latest addition, the Sci-Tek playground, where it will be seen by hundreds of thousands of visitors to the centre every year. The bison will officially be unveiled at its new home, less than two miles from its previous site, in a ceremony on 25 August 2004. Commenting on the decision to move the bison to Magna, Phil Rodrigo, UK Change Manager at Outokumpu Stainless, said: "We're thrilled that the public will again be able to enjoy the bison sculpture. Magna is an ideal location as it has thousands of visitors each year, including many local people, who, we know from enquiries we receive, really miss him." Christine Melia, Managing Director of Magna, added: "We're all eagerly awaiting the bison's arrival and hope it will feel right at home at Magna. Magna was the obvious choice for its relocation due to its steel history and the fact that at least a thousand local people and tourists will get to see and enjoy it every day. We hope that it will gain the landmark status of the Angel of the North here for South Yorkshire." The bison sculpture was first installed by Avesta Sheffield, whose company logo was itself a bison, in the summer of 1996 on their land at Shepcote Lane in Sheffield, adjacent to the M1. It was a replica of a sculpture at the company's site in Avesta, Sweden, that was created by artist Lars Andersson. The Sheffield bison was the work of his son, Jonas Hohental. After Avesta Sheffield became Avesta Polarit in January 2001, the bison was removed and the company were inundated with enquiries as to its whereabouts. Rumours circulated that the bison had been melted down, but in reality it was simply put into storage until a suitable home had been decided. Outokumpu completed their takeover of AvestaPolarit in Autumn 2002 and formally renamed the AvestaPolarit operations in January 2004. The decision was then made to relocate the bison at Magna, where it will continue to act as a symbol of South Yorkshire's prestigious stainless steel industry. Magna is the UK's first ever science adventure centre, dramatically set within the massive former Templeborough steelworks in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Opened in April 2001, Magna uses the themes of steel and the four natural elements - earth, air, fire and water, to offer spectacular hands-on interactive experiences, both indoors and outside for adults and children alike. | |
| Posted Wednesday 18 August 2004
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| Help Us Win £3m for Manor Lodge | |
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Jo Henderson of the Sheffield Manor Lodge Campaign writes: Sheffield Manor Lodge has been selected as a regional finalist in the BBC2's RESTORATION programme this summer. In order to go forward to the final we need as many people as possible to watch the programme and then to vote for us. The programme showing our heat [and giving you the opportunity to vote for us] will be at the end of July.There are 21 buildings in BBC2 RESTORATION and to get through to the finals we need to beat Gayle Mill in North Yorkshire and Lion Salt Works in Cheshire. SHEFFIELD MANOR LODGE is Sheffield's most historic building and comprises, The Turret House, The Lodge ruins, and The Cruck Barn. Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned for fourteen years here by the 6th Earl of Shrewsbury and his wife Bess of Hardwick. Manor Lodge was also linked with the industrialisation of the cutlery and mining industry. How you can help: * By watching the programme * Logging onto our website to get more information on the site and the campaign * Watch the press and our web site for the voting number and then phone and vote * Get your friends and family to vote - and vote often! [towards the end of July] Click on to www.sheffieldmanorlodge.org.uk for more information about the campaign and the site.
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| Posted Wednesday 21 July 2004
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| Walk for Whales and Dolphins at Rother Valley | |
The Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society want your help to raise vital funds to stop dolphin deaths in nets on Father's Day. Sunday 20th June, 2004 WDCS is asking people to get sponsored and help raise vital funds to stop dolphins dying in fishing nets by joining a local WDCS walk near you. Micheale Strachan, TV Presenter, is supporting the walks and WDCS; "Go Really Wild this Father's Day. Instead of taking your Dad out to lunch to show you love him, take him out for a walk and show that you also love wildlife. Let your feet do something to help save whales and dolphins by joining in a WDCS walk on Father's Day. And if you can't take your Dad take a friend instead. There are lots of walks taking place all over the country so go on....get walking!! * Walkers who raise over £50 sponsorship will receive a FREE WDCS dolphin badge! * Walkers who raise over £125 sponsorship will receive a FREE cuddly dolphin rucksack!! * Walkers who raise over £200 will be entered into our FREE prize draw to win a top of the range Nikon Coolpix 2200 digital camera, WDCS t-shirt and sightings pack!!! (All runners up will win a 22" cuddly dolphin) † All funds raised from the walks will go towards efforts to protect whales and dolphins world wide. All walks are approximately 5 miles. To find a walk near you and to get your information pack, go online at www.wdcs.org/walks and get 30% off a walks t-shirt! Or phone the walks hotline on 0870 870 5001. Venue: Rother Valley Country Park Start Point: Main Car Park Time: 10.00am | |
| Posted Wednesday 19 May 2004
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