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RNN Group Signs the Armed Forces Covenant, Strengthening Support for the Armed Forces Community RNN Group is proud to announce that it has officially signed the Armed Forces Covenant, reaffirming its commitment to supporting serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families across the communities it serves. The Armed Forces Covenant is a national pledge that recognises the contribution made by members of the Armed Forces community and ensures they are […]

Cast is delighted to announce that it has been awarded £60,000 from the Garfield Weston Foundation to help sustain and grow its Participation Programme over the next two years, enabling more people across Doncaster to access creative opportunities that reduce isolation, improve wellbeing and build stronger communities. The Garfield Weston Foundation supports charities across the UK to make a lasting difference in their communities, investing in organisations that deliver meaningful […]

A public consultation has been launched to help shape new council wards for Sheffield City Council. The Local Government Boundary Commission for England wants to hear people’s views on where they live, to help make sure that the new wards reflect the size and shape of local communities.   An electoral review is being carried out to make sure that each local councillor represents about the same number of electors, and […]

Get ready for a summer of wild discovery as the ‘Tropical Treasures’ trail swings into play at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park in South Yorkshire throughout the school holidays, Saturday 18 July – Monday 31 August 2026. It’s time to uncover all the hidden wonders of the rainforest and learn how to become a true champion for endangered species! Grab your ‘Tropical Treasures’ trail stamp book and follow […]

South Yorkshire’s visitor economy has reached a significant milestone, generating £4.0 billion for the local economy in 2025 and supporting 32,800 jobs across the region. The latest figures show continued growth in visitor numbers, visitor spending and employment, underlining the strength and resilience of South Yorkshire’s tourism sector. An estimated 38.3 million visits were made to South Yorkshire during the year, including 34.4-million-day visits. Day visitors accounted for 80% of […]

118 parks and green spaces in Yorkshire and the Humber have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award as environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy celebrates the 30th anniversary of the scheme. Sites across East Riding of Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire are among a record 2,391 UK sites celebrating their achievement, with newcomers including: Shire Brook Valley […]

The National Videogame Museum is turning its gallery over to players and fans in a unique exhibition that puts personal videogame stories, memories and collections centre stage. ‘Together We Play’ launches on 18th July and celebrates the communities, collections, friendships, and spaces created through a shared love of videogames. The exhibition is supported by the BFI National Lottery Screen Heritage Fund. Highlights: Specially commissioned mural celebrating player stories and memories […]

The ribbons in Weston Park honour loved ones who are no longer with us, while raising vital funds for the charity’s services. On the 29th May 2026 Weston Park Cancer Charity’s ‘Ribbons of Hope’ tribute was unveiled by The Right Worshipful the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Cllr Andrew Sangar. The display, located in Weston Park, is made up of purple and white ribbons – each bearing the name of someone […]

Around 25,000 children from across the UK are set to take part in the 2026 Rotary Children’s Fun Day, organised by Rotary clubs nationwide on and around the 10th of June. For more than 30 years, Rotary GB&I has been helping disabled, disadvantaged and vulnerable young people enjoy unforgettable experiences and a much-needed break from everyday challenges. Since the initiative began, more than one million children have taken part in […]