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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Man seriously injured in Rotherham town centre stabbing

A 51-year-old man has been taken to hospital with serious leg injuries after a stabbing at the Old Town Hall on Effingham Street, just after noon today. South Yorkshire Police say his injuries are serious but not life-threatening. No arrests have been made. Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. A police spokesperson said: “We know this will cause concern in the community. We're working […]

17/04/2025

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RNN Group Retains Matrix Accreditation

RNN Group has successfully retained its Matrix accreditation award following a two day visit by representatives to talk with staff and students about their experiences. The report given to the RNN Group (made up of campuses including Rotherham College, Dearne Valley College, North Notts College and University Centre Rotherham (UCR)) was extremely positive with many areas working well including: Inspirational leadership that ensures that the culture is consistently believed in, […]

26/03/2025

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Celebrating 20 Years of Care: ‘What Does Care Mean to You?’

Photography Competition for Yorkshire Residents to Win £1,000 Luxury Getaway. To mark 20 years of championing care in communities across the UK, leading homecare provider Caremark is inviting Yorkshire residents to enter its unique photography competition titled ‘What is care?’ for a chance to win a £1,000 luxury getaway. Whether it’s a simple gesture like someone holding another’s hand, […]

22/03/2025

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