Hot summer sparks blue-green algae warning from vets

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urging pet owners to take precautions when walking dogs near freshwater bodies this summer, as the warm weather brings with it an increased risk of toxic blue-green algae growth. The warning comes after several recent reports of algal bloom sightings in lakes, ponds of rivers around the UK, including the Lake District, Greater Manchester and parts of Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland. Confirmed sightings are […]

18/07/2025

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Follow the flutter, swing and squawk along the Tropical Treasures trail

Get ready for a summer of discovery as the ‘Tropical Treasures’ trail swings into play at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park near Sheffield. Throughout the school holidays, Saturday 26 July - Sunday 31 August, families can uncover all the hidden wonders of the rainforest and learn how to become champions for endangered species. Grab your ‘Tropical Treasures’ trail stamp book and follow the flutter, swing and squawk clues […]

14/07/2025

Local News

Yorkshire Water announces hosepipe restrictions

Yorkshire has experienced both the driest and warmest spring on record this year with only 15cm of rainfall across the region between February and June, less than half what is expected in an average year. The Environment Agency officially declared a drought in Yorkshire in June and forecasters are predicting a warm summer ahead. The sustained hot weather has driven higher demand for water across the region, with Yorkshire Water […]

09/07/2025

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Weston Park Cancer Charity and the International Powered Access Federation launch joint cancer research fundraising initiative

The PAINT scheme brings the powered access industry together to fund groundbreaking cancer research and clinical trials. On Sunday, [1st June 2025], on National Cancer Survivors Day, Weston Park Cancer Charity announced a powerful new partnership with the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). Weston Park Cancer Charity and IPAF are raising funds for vital cancer research through IPAF’s industry initiative, called PAINT. IPAF is a not-for-profit organisation, which promotes the […]

11/06/2025

Local News

Enchanted Fairy Forest event this Spring half-term holiday

Look who's waiting in the Enchanted Fairy Forest! The Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved Enchanted Fairy Forest event this Spring half-term holiday. From Saturday 24 May - Sunday 1 June 2025, prepare to step into a world of wonder and magical fun for all the family! Look who's waiting in the Enchanted Fairy Forest at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife […]

29/05/2025

Local News

Maltby’s Hidden Circus Heritage Takes Centre Stage

Maltby's Hidden Circus Heritage Takes Centre Stage with New National Lottery Heritage Funded Project. Flux Rotherham is thrilled to announce that we have been successful in securing funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to launch a brand-new project, The Sensational Alzanas and Other Daredevils! Through this project, we’ll bring Maltby’s extraordinary, hidden circus heritage to life, celebrating the remarkable story of Harold Alzana (Formerly Harold Davis) and his family- […]

10/05/2025

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Community Foundation achieves prestigious accreditation

South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF) has been awarded a Quality Accreditation in recognition of the charity’s continued commitment to excellence, accountability and impact. It marks the sixth successful round of accreditation for SYCF from UK Community Foundations (UKCF). The UKCF Quality Accreditation sets the standard for community foundations across the country, providing a robust framework ensuring transparency, consistency and credibility. SYCF is one of 47 community foundations across the UK which […]

29/04/2025

Local News

Vetro Lounge To Open In Rotherham

Loungers plc, the West Country-based café/bar group, is opening Vetro Lounge in Rotherham on Wednesday 30th April, creating around 30 jobs for local people. Loungers has transformed the site at Forge Island - heavily patterned wallpapers, tiling and stripped wooden floors now feature alongside oversized vintage sofas, upholstered lounge chairs, eclectic artwork and statement wall and pendant lighting, creating a variety of cosy and elegant drinking and dining areas to choose […]

25/04/2025

Local News

Wentworth Woodhouse celebrates the Celtic Beltane Festival

From songbirds at dawn to night-time herbal and craft workshops… Wentworth Woodhouse celebrates the Celtic Beltane Festival Take a dawn chorus walk, go forest-bathing or sit by a glowing bonfire for a night of Celtic story-telling… For one magical week, visitors can experience the historic gardens of Wentworth Woodhouse as never before. From April 26, the Rotherham stately home is staging an outdoor celebration of Beltane, the centuries-old Celtic festival […]

23/04/2025

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