Look Local Issue 1284 Thursday 24 August 2023

LOCAL AUTHOR LAUNCHES DEBUT BOOK

Written By James Fletcher

Helen Hunt, based in Oughtibridge has written and illustrated her rst children’s book about the city’s famous landmarks, called ‘Steelosaurus – (made in She eld)’. is ctitious local masterpiece embarks on a journey around the steel city of She eld, as the main protagonist - a large colourful dinosaur made of She eld Steel, visits the city to nd the location of where he was made and with the help of two young children, he travels the length and breadth of the city exploring the sites and famous landmarks. When asked what inspired this publication Helen said, “ ere were four things, rst of all, I love She eld, my eldest son was learning about She eld at school, my other son loved dinosaurs and my husband works in steel, so it was like a jigsaw puzzle putting all these four aspects together.”

Helen also explained that the writing wasn’t the most taxing part of the process, but instead said, it was the illustrations themselves that took the most time, as she explained that she had to juggle her family and work life in order to nish the book and revealed that the book took around 12 months to complete.

Helen explained she has always had the desire to write a children’s book for many years but was deterred at rst, exclaiming that she didn’t think she had the correct training to write a book. Mrs Hunt graduated from Nottingham Trent University, as an artist and has spent many years drawing and producing portraits and seasonal cards which are sold through the use of the online shop Etsy and other local means.

Her unique style of drawing has made her a favourite amongst the locals and now she has applied this unique style to her debut book. Currently ‘Steelosaurus’ has sold well over 160 copies across the city within the rst week of the books release and is now available to buy at WH Smiths, Meadowhall.

Helen also hinted that there could be more on the horizon as she said,

“I think for now I just need to focus on getting this one out, and trying to get it into the right places, and doing author visits at schools. But I do have ideas in mind.”

‘Steelosaurus’ is a rare and one-of-a-kind book from this self-published author who resides amongst our community. e book is on sale at Samuel’s kitchen, Stocksbridge, WH Smiths, Meadowhall or from her website – www.helen-hunt.co.uk.

EVERY FRIDAY, 10AM - 3PM

Written By James Fletcher

South Yorkshire Police have started a summer campaign to catch anyone who seems to be under the in uence of

drink or drugs behind the wheel.

ere were over 700 drunk/ drug driving o ences last year - according to South Yorkshire Police, now they are

asking people to think before they get behind the wheel. In their mission statement, the South Yorkshire Police laid out a scenario which reads,

“You’ve nished work, went to the pub, and had a couple of drinks, and decided to drive home. Hours later you nd yourself in a cell a er killing a family of four and now are facing a 14-year prison sentence and an unlimited driving ban and ne. Was it worth it!” – the South Yorkshire Police wrote.

e police identify that this is not a seasonal issue but a year-round issue that needs to be addressed, they are urging people to think before they drive by being self-aware that they are indeed unsafe to drive by asking a friend who is sober, ordering a taxi or using public transport.

Because it is better to have to pick up your car the following day from the pub rather than paying over £200 to have it released from an impound lot, along with a day n court and a possible prison sentence.

e current limit is 35 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath or 80 micrograms in 100 millilitres of blood, which is the equivalent of two medium-strong beers anything over this and you will be subjected to a ban and a ne if caught. As for drug driving if you fail a drug wipe then you will be prosecuted.

e police will be reinforcing the number of roadside breathalyser tests and drug wipes, so if you have been to the pub and had a bit too much to drink or have taken something, just remember on the drive home you could be pulled over no matter how short your trip home maybe. So, please think before you get behind the wheel.

InspIrIng charIty leader appoInted as a deputy lIeutenant of south yorkshIre

Mark Storey, CEO of Sheffield’s award-winning charity, Sheffield Churches Council for Community Care (SCCCC) has been named as a Deputy Lieutenant of The County of South Yorkshire alongside other respected individuals.

His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of South Yorkshire, Prof Dame Hilary Chapman commissioned the appointment after getting to know Mark through his work at SCCCC, a charity that supports older people across the region. Dame Hilary, who spent her entire career in nursing, retired in 2018 as Chief Nurse at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

In her role as Lord-Lieutenant. she attended SCCCC’s Winter Pressures launch in October 2022, and got to know the passion and commitment of the charity’s CEO, Mark Storey. Mark, prior to joining SCCCC in 2015, worked in Local Authorities and third-sector organisations across Yorkshire and Lancashire, with many of

his roles focused on tackling economic disadvantage. He has also undertaken voluntary work which spans 4 decades.

He’s currently involved in a range of community activities at local, regional, and national levels including as a volunteer management consultant for the Cranfield Trust, Chair of Trustees for Wetherby in Support of the Elderly and as a Trustee for Bradford Youthbuild Trust.

Mark also serves on the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Yorkshire Group Committee and on the Council of Sheffield Chamber of Commerce.

Mark said; ‘I'm extremely proud, delighted and honoured when it was announced that I’ve been appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of South Yorkshire by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of South Yorkshire, Prof. Dame Hilary Chapman. I look forward to serving our local community as best I can.’

The role of a Deputy Lieutenant involves supporting and deputising for His Majesty’s Lord-

Lieutenant of South Yorkshire, Prof.

Dame Hilary Chapman. Duties may include attending Royal visits to the county, representing the Lieutenancy at ceremonial events such as Remembrance Day and citizenship ceremonies and any other duties that the Lord-Lieutenant may ask to be undertaken on her behalf.

Appointment to this position is by the Lord-Lieutenant, subject only to The King not disapproving of the granting of their commission.

Congratulations to Mark Storey MBA CMgr FCMI DL, Bookey Oshin, DL, Lieutenant Colonel Mac McPherson, MBE DL, Dr Deborah Bullivant, MBE EdD DL, Reverend Canon Keith Farrow DL who were bestowed this great honour.

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Results Day advice from international education expert

Results not what you were expecting? Well here are some Top tips from Becky Ward, an international Education Specialist at Tutor Doctor to help you on your way and fear not there is more than one way of becoming successful.

“This year has undoubtedly been challenging for everyone sitting their examinations, particularly after the last few years of disruptions caused by both the pandemic and industrial action. Many are saying it is too soon for exams to return to pre-covid levels with some students still recovering the learning they lost during the COVID-19 period. While pupils have been warned that their grades may not be as high as in previous years, it’s hugely important for them to remember that they still managed to make it to this point! Sitting exams is no mean feat, and for many, they are never a pleasant experience, but they still showed up and sat them regardless.

“This year's students have withstood one of the most chaotic educational periods in history. That accomplishment alone is remarkable, and the fact that they're moving forward with their lives with exam results in hand is something to celebrate.

“I know that exam results may feel like the be-all and end-all right now, but for anyone who may be disappointed or disheartened by their results, here are my five top tips on how to deal with how you’re feeling and what positive steps you can now take.”

Don’t panic: If your results aren’t quite what you were hoping for, you are going to be upset, so don’t fight it; let yourself be upset for a little bit, and then start to think practically about your next steps and remind yourself what you’re working towards. Your results are likely to have been impacted by a number of things outside of your control, and you’re comparing them to the results of recent years which were marked using an entirely different system. You’ll never have a mark against your name because you’ve failed. You can still

do well and succeed, even with having to resit a module or an exam.

Talk about it: Make sure you talk through how you’re feeling with your loved ones so they can support you. Also, don’t be afraid to reach out to your teachers if your results aren’t what you were hoping for. They know how to navigate this situation and will have seen their pupils in this position many times. Discuss with them what your options are going forward and ask their opinion on where they believe your strengths lie, and how you can improve your results if you resit a module or exam.

Ask for support: Beyond your teachers, consider reaching out to career advisors or pastoral support staff at your school or college. If you need additional help, especially for resits, seek assistance from tutors or other educators. Additionally, don't hesitate to contact professionals in your desired industry to gain insights about their career paths and advice on how to succeed in your journey.

Consider a plan B: Exam grades do not define success; there are many other ways to achieve your goals and aspirations. Remember that ‘clearing’ doesn’t have to be a negative thing– it can be your best friend if your results weren’t what you hoped for! Also keep in mind that while A Levels may be a good route for those looking to go on to university, they may not carry quite as much weight for students whose ambitions lie elsewhere. Students who are working towards skilled, hands-on or vocational careers may find more benefit in qualifications such as BTECs and apprenticeships.

Evaluate your strengths and interests: Take some time to assess your strengths and to understand what truly motivates and interests you. If your exam results don't match your aspirations, there may be other education or career opportunities that better utilise your skills and meet your interests. More than anything, don’t compare yourself to others. Everyone’s educational journey is different.

False Widow warning

Written By James Fletcher

With the spider mating season on the horizon, there is growing concern about being bitten by a False Widow Spider.

This species of spider has been around the UK since as early as 1870 and over this time the species has been growing. It was first sighted in the southern parts of the country but since their arrival, they have now been spotted as far north as the top of Scotland.

There are over 650 different kinds of species currently in the UK, and while all of them can bite there are only 12 species that cause harm to humans. Such as the Walnut-orb Webbing Spider, the European Garden Spider, The Wasp Spider and so on, even though these spiders can bite and can feel quite unpleasant none are life-threatening.

The False Widow Spider is said to be known to be the most venomous spider in the UK, but again it doesn’t have enough venom to kill a human. They can be spotted by their shiny greyish back; they can grow to the size of a 50-pence piece and are known to have a marking on their abdomen resembling a skull.

Symptoms of their bites include – dizziness, nausea, heart palpitations, fever and open sores which can lead to an infection and may require further medical attention. False Widows are normally shy spiders and will not be willing to come out into the open, they often hide in dark places and will only bite a human if provoked.

If you are not keen on our eight-legged friends entering your home this mating season there are a few steps you can take to help prevent you from having any unpleasant encounters, these are as such; avoid clutter, spiders love dark, damp cluttered places to hide, let a lot of natural light in, using essential oils – spiders smell with their legs and strong smells will deter them, these can include – cinnamon, peppermint, citrus, lavender and tea tree oil, just wiping these on window sills and skirting boards will scare away any unwanted spiders.

Don’t use conkers, this urban myth is just that and there is no scientific evidence to suggest that spiders stay away from conkers. So, stay safe during this spider season which is known to

Have you seen ashley Gibson

Wanted:

South Yorkshire Police are asking for your help to find wanted man Ashley Gibson. Gibson, 29, is wanted in connection with a reported assault in Southey Green, Sheffield on Friday 21 July.

SY Police want to hear from anyone who has seen or spoken to Gibson recently, or knows where he may be staying, as we believe he may hold information which could assist with our enquiries.

Gibson is white, around 5ft 5ins tall, of a large build, with short brown hair.

He goes by both first names Ashley and Lewis, and has links to the Fox Hill, Parson Cross and Ecclesfield areas of Sheffield.

If you see Gibson or have any information

about where he might be, you can contact us via our new online live chat, our online portal or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 1147 of 21 July when you get in touch. You can access our online portal here: www. southyorks.police.uk/ contact-us/reportsomething/ Alternatively, if you prefer not to give your personal details, you can stay anonymous and pass on what you know by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers. Call their UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111 or complete a simple and secure anonymous online form at Crimestoppersuk.org

StudentS celebrate re SultS Succe SS

Barnsley Sixth Form College is celebrating another excellent set of A Level results with a 99% overall pass rate - the 10th consecutive year that the rate has exceeded 95%.

This year saw the majority of A Level subjects achieve a 100% pass rate including Film Studies, Mathematics, Media Studies and Physics. Many students are now looking forward to starting Higher Education courses at universities throughout the country, including Durham, Edinburgh, Leeds, Nottingham and Sheffield.

Lily Graham achieved A*A*A in Physics, Maths and Chemistry, and is going on to study Physics with Particle Physics at the University of Sheffield. Lily said: "I'm really happy with my results. Looking at the grade boundaries, I was very close to an A* in Chemistry but overall, I'm really happy with what I've managed to achieve.

"It's only two years, but it is a lot of work in such a short amount of time. So to get the outcome I want, and to be able to study the course I wanted, is a great feeling."

Meanwhile, Barnsley College T Level students have achieved a 98% pass rate, with a 100% pass rate in two of three subjects, and 80% of all students studying T Levels achieved a Merit or above in their overall classification.

Many of these students are now looking forward to starting Higher Education courses at universities including Salford, Sheffield Hallam and York St John, or beginning an Apprenticeship.

Sunil Simpson studied T Level Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning has a confirmed place at the University of Salford to study Architecture Science and Technology and said: “I chose to study a T Level as I want to be an architect and the course has started me on that career path. I enjoyed the course and would recommend T Levels to other people particularly due to the work experience aspect, which is specially tailored to the course.”

David Akeroyd, Principal and Chief Executive of Barnsley College, added: “We are delighted with the 100 per cent pass rate for the majority of A Level subjects that we offer. This is testament to our students and staff, who following the impact of Covid, have been successful in progressing in their studies and are going to the university of their choice.

“We are also thrilled with the progress of our T Level learners, who have outperformed against national benchmarks once again.

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Northern Rail Whatsapp Service

Northern customers can now get live train information via WhatsApp.

The train operator’s new automated chat function will simplify the process of getting live train information on the go, making commuting convenient and stress-free, particularly in the event of disruption.

Customers will be able to ask for live train times for a single leg journey and any associated disruption information as well as receive contact details for onward connections by local taxi at their destination station.

The chatbot will also link to information on Northern’s website as customers can find answers to any other questions they may have.

Tricia Williams, chief operating officer at Northern said: “We are always looking for new and innovative ways to speak with customers, which is why we are so excited to launch our WhatsApp service.

“It is an easy and instant way for customers to receive and find information about our services and any disruption that may take place while they are travelling with us.”

What’s EvEnt

AUGUST

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26, Bullhouse chapel will be open every Saturday until the end of September, from 11am until 2pm, as a Quiet Space. Whilst everyone is welcome, we hope any walkers who have to leave the Trans Pennine Trail, due to the diversion across Millennium Bridge, may like to visit to have their picnic and a cuppa, use the loo! Bullhouse Chapel is a ‘dissenters chapel’ and is the oldest independent chapel in the country to have been in continuous use in the same building since 1692.

To use the WhatsApp service message 07870

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26, 1-3 PM, why not join the band at Dewsbury Market for an afternoon of music in celebration of Kirklees Year of Music. In this first chance to see the NUBB, there will be a wide selection of music to suit all tastes, it is sure to be an enjoyable way to spend your Saturday afternoon. There is no need for a ticket for this concert, just come along and enjoy yourself.

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27, Bullhouse Chapel continues to open for Christian Worship at 2.30pm during August. There will be no formal preacher but someone leading a quiet time with a mixture of readings, prayers, thoughts and music. All are welcome to join us.

27, at 3:30pm the band will continue their suite of perfor-

mances at Newton Memorial Hall, Chapeltown. This informal concert will last about an hour and provide a select overview of the band’s music for the course. Showcasing film music, operatic overtures, and brass band classics it’s a great way to listen to a diverse range of music in a relaxed setting. It’s free to attend and no tickets are required.

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28, The final performance of 2023 will take place at Sheffield Cathedral, starting at 3pm. This full-length concert spectacular, with interval, is the culmination of a week’s intense rehearsals for the band. With something for everyone to enjoy, the program will include music from; operatic overtures and evocative hymn tune arrangements, to brass band classics, new works, and “UniBrass at the Movies”

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30, Don Valley Probus will meet at 10.00AM in Christ Church Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Stuart Lines, `What a way to run a Railway`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year, and we look forward to welcoming our regular members, visitors and new members. For more information, please call Stephen Clarke on 07593 792967.

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2, Ecclesfield Priory Players will be hosting a monologue/ poetry/reading special event, PLAY ON WORDS in the coffee lounge at the EPPiC Theatre, Well Lane, off High Street, Ecclesfield S35 9TP. Everyone is welcome to come along and read a favourite piece, lasting between one and three minutes, or simply enjoy coffee, tea and biscuits and listen!

Entry is FREE, but the sale of refreshments helps EPPiC Theatre funds. Coffee morning opens at 10am and the readings start at about 11am.

2, Bullhouse chapel will be open every Saturday until the end of September, from 11am until 2pm, as a Quiet Space. Whilst everyone is welcome, we hope any walkers who have to leave the Trans Pennine Trail, due to the diversion across Millennium Bridge, may like to visit to have their picnic and a cuppa, use the loo! Bullhouse Chapel is a ‘dissenters chapel’ and is the oldest independent chapel in the country to have been in continuous use in the same building since 1692.

2, 10am to 4pm at NurtureNature Healing Garden Station House Wortley S35 7DH . All proceeds from plant sales in aid of nurturenature charity. Everyone welcome.

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3, Bullhouse Chapel continues to open for Christian Worship at 2.30pm during August. There will be no formal preacher but someone leading a quiet time with a mixture of readings, prayers, thoughts and music. All are welcome to join us.

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4, Bradfield Historical Society - a talk, ‘The Work of a Funeral Director’ by Jason Heath, 7.30pm, Bradfield Village Hall, The Sands, Low Bradfield. 2337463

4, The next meeting for Wharncliffe Side WI will be at 7.15 in the Community Centre. The speaker is Neve Hobson from The Body Shop. Visitors and new members welcome. For details contact Valerie Hales 0114 4187256

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5, Bradfield Walkers are Welcome, Local History Morning Round Walk led by Malcolm Nunn, meet at Sycamore Park, Towngate Road, Worrall at 10.30am return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463 or www.bradfieldwalkers.org.uk or email bradfield.history@mypostoffice. co.uk

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6, Stocksbridge and District WI are meeting at Christchurch Community Hall Manchester Road Stocksbridge at 7.15 for 7.30 start. We will be holding our annual meeting and

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celebrating 8 years. Further details on 07939941818

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7, High Green W.I. are meeting at 7.30pm at the Church Hall, behind the Methodist Church on Wortley Road. The event is “Taste. Of India with Kinder Kalsi”. The competition is “Indian item”. All members and visitors welcomed.

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8, John Healey MP (Shadow Defence Secretary) is running a “Veterans Voices” event in Chapeltown at 5pm Its a listening event to hear from veterans and their families, veteran organisations, and the local community to hear about what support the veteran community needs from the next Labour Government. Veterans, their families and local veteran organisations are welcome. More information and a sign up is here: https://events.labour.org.uk/ event/387820

8, You are cordially invited to visit our amazing Grade II Heritage Church from. You will receive a warm welcome (including a cup of tea/coffee!). As you walk around, its heritage, supported by the National Churches Trust, will be obvious in its plaques and stained-glass windows, especially

above the chancel, which was consecrated 150 years ago in memory of a congregation member, Parkin Jeffcock. He was the engineer who, fully

aware of the risks to himself, was killed in the second-day explosion at the Oaks Colliery, Barnsley, in 1866, along with some 360 miners, men and boys. This was the worst mining disaster in England to that date. On your visit, you can also see an exhibition of the church's history and activities over the years. You are also most welcome to join us in our morning service on Sunday at 9.30 am.

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9, You are cordially invited to visit our amazing Grade II Heritage Church from. You will receive a warm welcome (including a cup of tea/coffee!). As you walk around, its heritage, supported by the National Churches Trust, will be obvious in its plaques and stained-glass windows, especially above the chancel, which was consecrated 150 years ago in memory of a congregation member, Parkin Jeffcock. He was the engineer who, fully aware of the risks to himself, was killed in the second-day explosion at the Oaks Colliery, Barnsley, in 1866, along with some 360 miners, men and boys. This was the worst mining disaster in England to that date. On your visit, you can also see an exhibition of the church's history and activities over the years. You are also most welcome to join us in our morning service on Sunday at 9.30 am.

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10, You are cordially invited to visit our amazing Grade II Heritage Church from. You will receive a warm welcome (including a cup of tea/coffee!). As you walk around, its heritage, supported by the National Churches Trust, will be obvious in its plaques and stained-glass windows, especially above the chancel, which was consecrated 150 years ago in memory of a congregation member, Parkin Jeffcock. He was the engineer who, fully aware of the risks to himself, was killed in the second-day explosion at the Oaks Colliery, Barnsley, in 1866, along with some 360 miners, men and boys. This was the worst mining disaster in England to that date. On your visit, you can also see an exhibition of the church's history and activities over the years. You are also most welcome to join us in our morning service on Sunday at 9.30 am.

10, Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - ‘Muck In’ Day (practical work on the common), 10am-noon, meet at Long Lane Car Park or Rural Lane Car Park www.walc.epizy.com. Tools supplied, bring gloves, families very welcome.

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11, Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - ‘Birds of Rivelin and Loxley’ by Dave Gosling, Wadsley Church Hall, Worrall Road, S6 4BB. 7.30pm. Admission £3 members, £3.50

non members, free refresh ments. www.walc.epizy.com

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13, Bradfield Walkers are Welcome, Local History Morning Round Walk in the Loxley Valley led by Malcolm Nunn, meet at Loxley Village Green (junction of Rodney Hill and Loxley Road) at 10.30am return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463 or www.bradfield-walkers. org.uk or email bradfield.history@mypostoffice.co.uk

13, Don Valley Probus will meet at 10.00AM in Christ Church Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Simon Cork, `USA Presidents Good Bad & Ugly`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year, and we look forward to welcoming our regular members, visitors and new members. For more information, please call Stephen Clarke on 07593 792967.

Building development causing an eye sore

I wonder if you could help. The Noble Homes development (so-called Otium) on Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, is really joking now. Having endured over four years of building work, and the loss of my beautiful views over the countryside, the builders now tell me that they are not going to replace the rotten fencing which is on their land and is a complete eyesore for me and all my neighbours. All we’ve had, all this time, is a box of biscuits at Xmas and a plea to look after their site! I’ve tried contacting the company to no avail.

Regards,

Take Note! Enjoy!

Mary Murphy (Dr)

Have you ever admired Autumn's crown?

Or watched a swan preening its down?

In spring did you listen for a hidden cuckoo, or looked in a brook for a tadpole or two, don’t just see these wonderful things, listen and hear when nature sings, all year round there are sights to behold, colours in valleys and on mountains unfold, for eyes that see these wonderous sights, bringing joy to the owners, by day and by night.

Written By Sheila Gent (90)

Fox Valley

Fox Valley is a marvellous place to go, it’s the best thing that’s happened to our town, as I think we all know.

It’s vibrant and busy most days of the week, people meet for coffee or a meal, or do some food shopping, it really is ideal, the large fountain in summer, children jump and splash, there is no strife, lots of life and everyone is happy, the sad part is the town, cars driving up and down, with some shops now empty, the high street has no life, I think of it and frown, I hope that now we have Fox Valley, it will all improve. I do hope so!

Written By Margaret Eggenton

Ambitious fundraiser aims to raise 10 grand in 10 days

Generous businesses are supporting Peak District hiker Jen Lowthrop as she bids to raise £10,000 over 10 weeks by walking 1000 miles across English national parks.

Jen, who is chair of trustees for the Peak District National Park Foundation, begins her epic trip – to fund vital conservation and wellbeing projects - on 19th August.

A Walk In The Parks begins in Northumberland and will take in routes across North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, South Downs, New Forest, Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. Halfway through, Jen will swap walking boots for a canoe – to traverse parts of the Broads National Park. The final leg of her trip will be the Peak District, from the 20th to the 28th of October.

Throughout the 1000-mile journey, Jen will meet key people to learn more about what makes each national park special and why they need to be protected.

Her challenge has won the support of many businesses, including Alpkit, which has a store in the Peak District village of Hathersage. While Jen is raising money for the Peak District Park Foundation, the Alpkit Foundation is offering £10,000 in match funding to benefit grassroots projects across all 10 English national parks.

She is also partnering with the navigation and route planning app Komoot. Jen will share all her routes across each national park on the app, so others can follow in her footsteps.

Jen, who writes the travel blog She Gets Around, will be joined on the trip by her rescue dog, Cookie.

She says: “I can't believe the time to start walking is almost here. Cookie and I have done as much training as we can, but

this length of walking is going to be a whole new experience! Fingers crossed I keep the blisters away as long as possible. “I have been blown away by the support the hike is already receiving and I’ll be meeting an incredible mix of people and projects in each park. I will be learning more about the work community groups and charities are doing to protect our national parks and ensure they are inclusive to everyone.

“I am going to learn so much and am thrilled to be partnering with Alpkit and Komoot. The match funding £10,000 grant pot from the Alpkit Foundation is absolutely brilliant and I can't wait to learn more about the difference the funding can bring to the work happening in grassroots groups in the national parks.

“I will be sharing all my routes on the Komoot app too, so others can experience the joy of walking across our national parks.”

Businesses back ambitious Walk in the Parks challenge to raise money for national park projects

Proposals to build three new GP health centres in the north of Sheffield get the go-ahead at NHS South Yorkshire’s board meeting Sheffield has been given £37m to improve primary care buildings in the city. Most of this money will be used to build the new health centres in areas that need them most, bringing together GP and other services under one roof.

Earlier this year NHS South Yorkshire consulted with people on behalf of the nine GP practices that were proposing to move into the new buildings.

Local people fed back in several ways, and we had over 5,000 responses. The feedback was used to help inform practices’ decisions on whether they wanted to continue with the plans and move into a new centre.

After considering public views and after discussions with the nine practices, it was agreed that the proposal for Firth Park Surgery and Shiregreen Medical Centre to move to a new health centre at Concord Sports Centre will not go ahead and the centre will not be built. The final plan is to proceed with the development of proposals for the following:

Burngreave Surgery and Sheffield Medical Centre to relocate to a new health centre on Spital Street, S3 (next to Sheffield Medical Centre).

Page Hall Medical Centre and Upwell Street Surgery to relocate to a new health centre on Rushby Street, S4.

The Health Care Surgery, Buchanan Road Surgery, and Margetson Surgery are to relocate to a new health centre on Buchanan Road / Wordsworth Avenue, S5.

Dr Ben Allen, GP and NHS South Yorkshire Clinical Director for Primary Care in Sheffield said, “We are pleased that the development of the three GP health centres has moved a step forward.

“New buildings alone won’t solve all the problems facing GPs but we believe the new health centres will give us the opportunity to attract and train more staff, create more space to increase services on one site, improve access and keep people well.

“We understand that some Firth Park Surgery and Shiregreen Medical Centre patients may be disappointed that the Concord Health Centre won’t go ahead. We continue to work with practices in this area to address the is-

sues that formed the basis of the proposals as well as the issues that we heard during the consultation.”

Gavin Boyle, Chief Executive at NHS South Yorkshire said, “We believe the best way to support people and improve their health is to bring services together and wrap them around patients, helping to keep them well, independent and out of hospital. The new health centres would allow us to improve health facilities for local people as well as tackling health inequalities in the city.”

The next steps are to develop more detailed plans for NHS England approval in order to access the agreed funding. We will also be involving local communities in the design of buildings including disability stakeholder groups and young people to co-design finishes. We are also working with building design guides for people with specific needs such as those with dementia and autistic spectrum disorders.

Construction is to start at the end of the year. GPs and new patients will start using the new buildings in late 2024.

Three new local GP practises get the go-ahead Hillsborough Parkrun cancelled due to Tramlines repair work

A running event in a Sheffield park has been cancelled "until further notice" as repair work continues following Tramlines Festival, reported by Chris Baynes.

Organisers of Hillsborough Parkrun said they were "devastated" but could not guarantee the safety of participants.

Much of Hillsborough Park remains fenced off after it was damaged during heavy rain at the three-day music festival last month.

Tramlines organisers have said they were committed to restoring the park.

The site became a mud bath on the festival's last day as downpours soaked the 40,000 attendees.

Hillsborough Parkrun, which attracts between 400 and 500 runners each Saturday, resumed on 12 August with a diverted route after a month-long absence due to the festival and repair work.

But organisers said they had been forced to cancel the next scheduled event on 19 August after additional fencing was placed on paths used by runners.

"We can't believe we find ourselves in this position again," wrote event directors Caroline Brash and John Liddle on Facebook, adding: "I'm afraid this week we have to admit defeat.

"We are so sorry. We have done all we can but it wasn't enough."

They added the 3.1-mile (5km) running event would return when the fences were cleared, which was expected to be in September.

The BBC has contacted Tramlines and Sheffield City Council, which manages the park, for comment.

The local authority has previously said the park would reopen in sections as repair work progressed, but the restoration has been delayed by wet weather.

Work being carried out by contractors includes the removal of debris and the top layer of soil, raking and levelling, reseeding, and the protection of grass during new growth.

Tramlines said it was paying for all repairs.

Picture: Charley Atkins

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Peterborough win aggregate point against the Tigers

Panthers had a ying Patryk Wojdylo in the No.6 berth, Tigers struggled for consistent support for Wo nden, with Adam Ellis failing to score from four rides.

Wo nden showed his class by passing Iversen to win Heat 4, and then came from the back once again in Heat 9 to get the better of Ben Cook and team up with Lewis Kerr for a 5-1.

ple of occasions before Iversen somehow responded.

Defeat leaves the Tigers still h in the league table, two points behind Ipswich who picked up an aggregate point at Wolverhampton – but She eld do still have four matches in hand. ey return to action at home to Wolves this ursday (August 24) before visiting Leicester on Saturday.

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She eld were reduced to ve riders in a damaging 53-37 defeat at Peterborough on Monday in which they missed out on the aggregate point.

A er a hard fought rst leg the She eld Tigers edged out the Peterborough Panthers under the lights at Owlerton. As the Tigers went into this second leg holding a slender lead.

An outstanding performance from Tai Wo nden saw him go unbeaten from his rst six rides, but his run ended when he was

on the end of a 5-1 at the hands of Vadim Tarasenko and NielsKristian Iversen in Heat 15.

e Tru Plant Tigers were without No.1 Tobiasz Musielak a er a heavy crash in Poland one day before, and they su ered a further blow when Rising Star Dan Gilkes tangled with his opposite number Jordan Jenkins on the back straight in Heat 2 and both crashed heavily.

Gilkes was withdrawn from the meeting and Jenkins followed suit shortly a er, but whilst the

PENISTONE CHURCH FELL AT THE FIRST HURDLE

Penistone Church was unable to capitalise on their impressive start to the season as Prestwich Heys made light work of them and deservedly progressed to the next stage of the FA Cup.

Penistone were under the cosh right from the word go as Prestwich came with a game plan and could’ve been 1-0 ahead early on, as James saw his e ort cleared o the line.

e visitor's persistence and domination eventually paid o just shy of the 30-minute mark as a ball came in from the le Slaven at the near post was able to turn it in for the opener. Despite this setback, Penistone did indeed rally, but Prestwich doggedly defended their goal as they went into the break trailing the visitors by a single goal.

e visitors continued their domination into the second half, with no show of a comeback from the hosts. Prestwich nally made their pressure pay o , as the ball fell kindly for James in the box who slotted the ball into the bottom corner for the second.

As Prestwich saw out the remainder of the game - safely into the next round of the FA Cup, as for the home side it’s their rst defeat of the season and many fans would be happy that it came in the cup and not the league.

He then produced a hat-trick of win sin Heats 11-13 to maintain a two-point aggregate lead for the Tigers, whose focus by now was on defending their 16-point margin from the reverse xture at Owlerton.

Heat 14 was also shared with Josh Pickering defeating Cook and Wojdylo, so Tigers were favourites to take the aggregate point as they required another 3-3 in Heat 15.

But Wo nden and Pickering were out-gated by Tarasenko and Iversen, and a tremendous battle followed with Wo nden seemingly coming through on a cou-

SPORTS INSURE PREMIERSHIP R1

PETERBOROUGH 53: Patryk Wojdylo 13+2, Vadim Tarasenko 12+1, Niels-Kristian Iversen 9+3, Ben Cook 8+1, Benjamin Basso 6+2, Chris Harris 4+1, Jordan Jenkins 1

SHEFFIELD 37: Tai Wo nden 18+1, Josh Pickering 8, Lewis Kerr 6, Kyle Howarth 5, Adam Ellis 0, Dan Gilkes 0, Tobiasz Musielak r/r

Skipper Frith call to arms

Globe Holidays sponsored Stocksbridge Rugby head into the new Yorkshire 4 Counties season with a rallying call from skipper Adam Frith.

Following on from last season's improved showing under the guidance of Kiwi Head Coach

Andy Lawrence, the ambitious captain is looking for further improvement from his troops.

‘Training has been going well, our patterns of play & structure are coming together’ said Frith, adding ‘we have retained a number of our promising juniors who were blooded & did so well last season, along with adding some quality new players to the 1st XV squad roster’.

veteran Scotty Bowskill will be available a er his wedding/honeymoon. Rumour has it that former club supremo Rhys Keenan has returned to training, whilst the club also awaits the returns of Ben Tyers, Laim & Pat O’Leary to their ranks.

e club have arranged a preseason friendly away at the newly reformed Maltby RUFC for Saturday 26th August, with a 3pm kick-o , before the season ocially begins with a trip to Aireborough Rugby the week a er.

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Co-Manager, Steve Lenthall said a er the game, “We weren’t at our best today, it’s a day we want to forget. We’ll hopefully move on from this and with a week until the next game, it’s a chance for us to get back on the training eld and put some of these wrongs, right.”

Penistone Churches' next game is an away trip to Lower Beck in the 1st Qualifying Round of the FA Vase Trophy – Saturday the 26th of August kicking o at 3pm.

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Park Steels dumped out of the cup

PARK STEELS 0 - 1 CLEETHORPES

Stocksbridge Park Steels fell at the first hurdle following a 1-0 loss to Cleethorpes Town.

The Steels almost had the lead within the first few minutes. It was great, quick passing down the right wing that broke down the Owls defence before the ball was rolled across the box. It fell to Luke Hogg who wasn’t able to keep his shot down and blasted over.

At the other end, Cleethorpes had a few chances as well. The biggest came from a free kick with Danny Rose on set piece duty. His shot seemed like it was going to sneak in at the near post but Ben Townsend was able to palm it away to keep the score level.

In the second half, neither side really made many chances as it was not the greatest game in the world. Ross Goodwin almost connected with the ball with Jordan Lemon sent a tantalising cross from the right wing, while Cleethorpes did something similar at the other end of the pitch.

It would end up coming down to one moment. A volley from Will Annan connected with the chest of Mitch Langton before it bounced off the top of his arm. This was enough for a handball on the edge of

Annan stepped up again and this time he got it into the top corner. Stocksbridge had a few minutes to try and level the game but struggled to break through Cleethorpes who started to slow the game to a crawl, earning a few bookings but more importantly, a place in the next round.

Penistone mark 40 year anniversary

Dickinson, Dean Allcroft, Paul Fryers, Steve Owen, Tracy Woodward and David Foster. The penultimate Trunce took place in very slippery conditions with many runners struggling to stay upright.

There were age category wins for Lesley Parker (over40 ladies) and Barabara Hague (over70 ladies).

Richard Cottam grabbed second in the men’s over40 age category and there were third places for Phil Hunchliffe (over50 men), Martyn Goodwin (over60 men) and Helen Wright (over40 ladies). Finn Pepper finished inside the top ten in the junior race claiming 9th place in 1723. Steve Frith took his final set of pictures at the Trunce.

He has been responsible for many great photographs as runners negotiate the river crossings. In addition he has raised large sums of money for charity, most recently the Woodhead Mountain Rescue team. Three Penistone runners headed over to Wentworth on Thursday night to take part in Stan’s Toffee run which is four miles in length and on trails.

ers picked up second in the men’s over50 category and Paul Fryers was third in the men’s over55 age category. On the parkrun scene Jon Hallam notched up his 450th parkrun at Clevedon Salthouse Fields.

At the Nostel Priory parkrun Steve Dickinson completed his 200th parkrun and Mandy Helliwell notched up 100. Penistone ladies Suzanne McGill and Julia Johson placed first and second respectively at the Nostel Priory parkrun. Hugh Mackie was first at the Hoblingwell parkrun.

Barnsley Parkrun

23, Nick Pepper 23-32; 26, Finn Pepper 23-46; 44, Stuart Smith 25-55; 96, Daniel Batty 30-51; 106, Raymond Brown 31-35; 109, Luke McGuinness 32-17; 145, Dawn Godley 3857; 146, Dianne Mcguinness 38-57; 156, John Spencer 41-34.

Penistone Parkrun

16, Michael Walsh 22-53; 68, Poppy Tovey 27-06; 94, Eleanor Law 29-44; 133, Martyn Cartwright 34-01; 134, Steve Dommett 34-02.

Rebecca Crossland 37-25; 90, Nick Pepper 38-42; 92, Martyn Goodwin 38-58; 101, Lesley Parker 39-57; 112, Helen Wright 41-43; 115, Mark Graham 41-56; 123, Stuart Woodhead 42-52; 131, Darren Mansell 44-28; 146, Heath Ramsden 45-32; 150, Steve Dickinson 46-10; 158, Harriet Drouin 46-54; 165, Andrew Taylor 48-46; 166, Heather Lindley 48-49; 189, Ray Brown 52-18; 190, Barbara Hague 52-20; 192, Bryan Hague 5242; 204, Stu Smith 01-01-32; 207, Tracey Woodward 01-01-40; 213, Sara Wolstenholme 01-03-14; 214, Myfanwy Cross 01-03-17; 215, Kate Rushforth 01-03-17.

40th Anniversary Relay

On a beautiful summer's evening 51 members of Penistone Footpath Runners turned out as part of the celebrations for the club's 40 Year Anniversary to compete in a Relay Race from Royd Moor Viewing Point.

Teams of 8 running in pairs covered 40km (1km for each year).

Runners that have been with the club almost from its inception through to one runner taking part in their first club session battled it out for victory in a very tight competition with only just over 2 minutes separating the teams. The winning team consisted of Martin Ball, James Mumford, Ben Malcolm, Steve

Mark Graham was first back for the club in 35-25 followed by Kelvin Bowskill who picked up first place in the men’s over70 category. Heather Graham was the third club representative finishing in 46-36. The Crowden Horseshoe fell race took place on Sunday near Crowden and Penistone runners were in the prizes.

James Fryers was sixth overall and first in the men’s under21 age category. Heather Lindley was first lady in the over60 category, Steve Sand-

Trunce

Junior Race

9, Finn Pepper 17-23.

Senior Race

5, George Parr 27-50; 7, Richard Cottam 28-11; 18, Damian Kilpin 30-34; 23, Sam Davison 30-56; 29, Jon Hallam 32-02; 34, Phil Hinchcliffe 3223; 38, Steve Sanders 32-41; 56, Matt Womersley 34-56; 70, Chris Hodgson 36-25; 76, Andrew Shiel 37-05; 78, Matthew Coldwell 37-11; 82,

1, Team A (Martin Ball, James Mumford, Ben Malcolm, Steve Dickinson, Dean Allcroft, Paul Fryers, Steve Owen, Tracy Woodward, David Foster) 50-41; 2, Team B (Rich Cottam, Will Hoyland, Bill Phillips, Matt Coldwell, Jo Shelbourne, Heath Ramsden, Ray Brown, Barbara Haigh) 51-23; 3, Team E (Alex Harris, Ashley Firth, John Lawcock, Suzanne McGill, Ian Wragg, Rory O'Sullivan, Jane Cockerton, Anne Smythe) 51-40; 4, Team F (Michael Walsh, Rich Williams, Rachael Mayston, Steve Sanders, Heather Lindley, Peter Beever, Mandy Helliwell, Sarah Norman, Sarah Halstead) 52-04; 5, Team D (James Fryers, Jon Hallam, Julia Johnson, Lesley Parker, Peter Gray, Chris Baldwin, Susan Charlesworth, Steve Dommett, Hannah Pedley) 52-17; 6, Team C (Matt Robinson, Jon Bentley, Nick Pepper, Michael Nicholson, Helen Milnes, Heather Graham, Myfanwy Cross, Amelia Cottam) 52-50.

Photos by Myra Little