Issue 1314 Thursday 21 March 2024

Three charged with murder after man dies in park

Three people have been charged with the murder of a 24-year-old man who died in a park in Sheffield.

Rebecca Moore, 24, of Springvale Walk, Sheffield, has been charged with the murder of Sacad Ali (pictured). Two teenage boys, aged 16 and 17, who cannot be named for legal reasons, have also been charged with the murder of Sacad Ali and possession of an offensive weapon.

Officers were called to Ponderosa Park in the Netherthorpe area of the city in the early hours of last Saturday morning (9 March) following reports of a man found with multiple stab wounds.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics and officers at the scene, Sacad was sadly pronounced dead in the park that same morning.

Moore and the two teenagers were arrested in connection with Sacad's death and all three have since been charged and appeared in court on Monday.

A heavy police presence was witnessed by many locals in Wharncliffe Side, in the days after, it is not confirmed if the two incidents are in any way connected Police continue to urge anyone with information following Sacad's death to get in touch with is via our Major Incident Public.

Celebrating 100 Years of ‘CAOS’

CAOS Musical eatre Society (Formally Chapeltown Amateur Operatic Society) celebrates their Centenary year with a wonderful performance of "Oliver!" at Rotherham Civic eatre in April 2024

Established in 1924 CAOS Musical eatre Society, one of She eld's oldest Musical eatre Groups, is proudly celebrating its remarkable 100-year anniversary with a rendition of the classic musical "Oliver!" set to captivate

audiences at the Rotherham Civic eatre this April.

Since its inception a century ago, CAOS Musical eatre Society has been entertaining audiences for a century with its productions whilst fostering a deep appreciation for the performing arts within the community. Now, as the society reaches this incredible milestone, it invites everyone to join in the festivities and witness a truly memorable performance of

Lionel Bart's timeless masterpiece, "Oliver!"

Bringing together a talented cast of over 50 people, and supported by many o stage, CAOS promises to deliver an unforgettable theatrical experience that pays homage to the society's rich history while showcasing the immense talent and passion that have propelled it through the decades.

"Oliver!" is a beloved tale that resonates with audiences of all ages, featuring memora-

ble characters, iconic songs, and a captivating storyline set against the backdrop of Victorian London. With its blend of heartwarming moments, exhilarating musical numbers, and poignant themes, this production promises to delight both seasoned theatre enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

"We are thrilled to commemorate our 100th anniversary with a production of 'Oliver!' at the Rotherham Civic eatre," said Lee Hil-

ton-Brammer, Chairman of CAOS Musical eatre Society. " is is the rst time we have performed this iconic show and we are delighted to bring our adult society and Academy together on stage to celebrate this milestone which is a testament to the dedication and talent of our members, past and present, as well as the unwavering support of our audiences. We invite everyone to join us as we celebrate this momentous occasion and embark on the next chapter of our journey."

Don't miss your chance to be part of history as CAOS Musical eatre Society marks a century of excellence with an extraordinary performance of "Oliver!" Tickets are on sales now from Rother Civic eatre box o ce online at www.rotherhamtheatres. co.uk or by calling 01709 823621.

Oliver! runs from the 16th –20th April 2024, including a Saturday Mattinee

Post-Medieval skeletons to be re-interred

A revamp of the grounds at St Mary’s Church in Ecclesfield has led to the discovery of several post-Medieval skeletons. The discovery was made following improvements to disabled access in the churchyard, leading to the skeletons being disinterred. As a Grade 1 listed church on an ancient site, an archaeologist has to be employed whenever work is done to the churchyard, meaning once the discovery was made the bones were examined by the Archaeology Department at the University of Sheffield before being returned to St Mary’s.

Alongside the fragments of seven skeletons other structures were found, including stones forming the shaft of an external standing stone cross, with archaeologists believing the shaft itself pre-dates the Anglo-Saxon period. The bones will be reinterred at a special service on Wednesday 20th March at 11.30am, with a BCP Burial in the churchyard near to where they were found.

Revd Tim Gill, Vicar at St Mary’s Ecclesfield, said:

“First and foremost, we remember these are human remains that need to be treated not as a spectacle. They need to be buried decently and prayerfully. When they're reinterred, they'll be given full Christian burial rites. It would be very easy to turn it into some sort of circus, but it isn't that at all.

“Of course, there is interest because the discovery itself is unusual. In fact, I couldn't find anyone who had ever done this before. The archaeologist told me that, given the bodies were buried very close to the church, they were probably significant people. They may be people who had some sort of significance in terms of their faith.

“In the research I did, I discovered that we are supposed to bury them with a service as close as possible to the service that would have been for the original funeral. I'll be using the 1662 burial rite in full.”

Steel Memories shared

We ran a story last week regarding Steel Works memories, and published an incorrect email to send your stories to. The correct email address is mgward500@gmail. com.

Here’s a Memory

“I was working at East Bank, a satellite division of the billet finishing which was situ-

ated some 500 yards away. We did not have a pipefitter so we had to call billet finishing to send us one up. Back in those days we did not have any vending machines etc even though it was a 24 hours working pattern. We did have however an old guy whose daughter had a corner shop and so he brought a small case to work every day full of sweets, cigarettes, crisps, paracetamol etc and everyone got to know about him and it became a good little earner for him as they say. Terry the pipefitter

arrived on an afternoon shift and it was not long before he asked where the vending machine was so we explained that you had to go and see the guy on the shop floor. My mate said at the end of the explanation, ask him to give you a kitkat for Steve and he will pay him at snap time. We went to the door to point out where the man worked but the production manager was about 50 yards away bent over some bars checking serial numbers. It was too tempting so we pointed Terry towards the production

manager. Terry walked across and tapped the bloke on the shoulder and said “Can I have 20 Embassy tips and Steve said can you give me a kitkat for him and he’ll pay you at snap time.” The production manager looked up at Terry in total bemusement and Terry in turn looked towards us. Steve and I were absolutely hysterically laughing, we had to hold each other up as tears streamed down our faces.”

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3 decades of service

Last Friday marked a day of celebration at a Children’s Nursery in High Green with a party.

Steps Community Nursery held a party for the children in the morning and an a ernoon reception for parents, carers and partners, past and present, to mark the retirement of the long-standing Nursery Manager, Lorraine Hague.

Lorraine rst volunteered at a local playgroup and then went on, with others, to set up the nursery, totting up an impressive 3 decades of service helping to support local children and families. In the time Lorraine was Manager, the nursery gained an “Outstanding” rating from Ofsted and more recently achieved the long-standing ambition to move to bigger and brighter premises. ese provide a fantastic environment for local children, located at e Campus in High Green, She eld.

Lorraine said “I have really enjoyed my time at Steps Nursery and I am proud of what we have achieved, and the service we provide to local families. I would like to thank my amazing sta team, the board of Trustees, and the hundreds of children and families who I have had the pleasure of working with over the years”.

Sarah Tyler, Chair of the board of trustees said “Lorraine has given many years of dedicated service to the nursery and on behalf of the board of trustees, I’d

like to thank you for your hard work and we wish you all the best in your retirement”.

Debra Goldsworthy has taken over as Nursery Manager, having been the Deputy Manager since 2003. Debra is quali ed as a Level 6 Early Years Professional. Debra is joined by the new Deputy Manager Haley Hague, who has worked at Steps since 2012 and is a Level 6 quali ed Early Years Teacher.

Debra said “I am looking forward to the future and leading the nursery through the challenges and opportunities facing both Steps Community Nursery and the wider Early Years sector. We have a busy time ahead as the government is introducing 15 hours of funded childcare for two-year olds from April and from September this will be extended for children from nine months old. We are already getting lots of enquiries and have a waiting list for some age groups. Parents and carers are advised to plan ahead and get registered early as many settings are full and places locally may be limited.”

Le to right: Sarah Tyler, Chair of the Trustee Board, Lorraine Hague, retiring Nursery Manager, Debra Goldsworthy, new Nursery Manager, Jackie Harper, Administrator, Lauren Sanderson, Trustee (Secretary) and Haley Hague, new Deputy Nursery Manager.

MOTHER’S PLEA

MOTHER WHOSE SON DIED AFTER BEING HIT BY VAN IN ORGAN DONATION PLEA

Dan was just 15-years-old when when he died suddenly a er being hit by a van.

e mother of a teenage boy who died suddenly when he was hit by a van in She eld is urging parents of youngsters and teenagers to have a conversation about organ donation.

e plea has been issued by Debbie Enver, as she prepares to release a book detailing the rst year of her life without her beloved son Dan Robinson, who died a er being struck by a van near to McDonald's on Penistone Road, Hillsborough in 2018.

City's first EV Bus

She eld City Council is unveiling the rst Electric Buses that will come into service in the city centre in April.

e buses will run on the She eld Connect service around the city centre, increasing the frequency of the buses, with one expected at every stop every 7 or 8 minutes. She eld Connect 1 & 2 will also be a completely free service for everyone to use.

Supertram changes

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) will take over running Supertram services from Stagecoach when its operating contract ends.

Customers can still expect the same service when the transition is made to SYMCA, and there will be no changes to services or frequencies.

A new ticketing app will be available to download from app stores during the week of Monday 18 March, with tickets available for use from Friday 22nd. ere will also be a 10% discount on some tram-only fares until the end of June. e discount will apply to tram and app purchases of 1, 5, 7 and 28-day adult and child tickets, purchased onboard the tram or via the app.

For some tickets, buying on the app in advance will be cheaper

than buying on the tram so customers are encouraged to buy before they travel.

Customers using TravelMaster tickets to travel by tram can continue to use these from 22 March onwards as they are una ected. Tickets will continue to be sold on board the tram.

Stagecoach’s combined bus and tram tickets will no longer be accepted for tram travel from 22 March. Stagecoach tram-only tickets will be sold until 21 March then accepted for travel until they expire. Stagecoach App tickets need to be activated before 22 March.

Customers looking for help on their ticket choice should contact Supertram through the Travel South Yorkshire website at www. travelsouthyorkshire.com/en-gb/ contact.

Does this float your boat?

An impressive oating sculpture is being proposed for installation on the She eld and Tinsley Canal, near Tinsley Marina.

Plans have been submitted to install a full-sized canal boat, sculpted into a loopthe-loop from rolled steel. Centred on the 200-year-old waterway, the public artwork references the history of Tinsley using signwriting and will be painted in traditional, canal boat colours.

If approved, the contemporary artwork will serve as a free, year-round, outdoor visitor attraction for the area, and aims to bring a new

TORY CANDIDATE

Nick Allen has been selected as the Conservative candidate for the South Yorkshire mayoral election in May.

Nick, who has been a Doncaster councillor, for Bessacarr ward, since 2015, was selected by Conservative Party members from across South Yorkshire.

He says his campaign will focus on safeguarding the future of Doncaster She eld Airport, delivering homes for people and protecting the county’s environment.

“As someone who was born in South Yorkshire, I feel privileged to be the mayoral candidate in my home county,” Nick said.

“I am proud to come from South Yorkshire and I want to become Mayor so I can make this fantastic part of the world even better.

“ e devolution deal for South Yorkshire represents a magni cent opportunity to really get things done here and I am determined to prove I am the best person to get them done.

“I will focus on securing the future of the airport and working to provide the best conditions to ensure we see the homes we need built across South Yorkshire.

“In fact, I am the only candidate in this election with a credible plan to support reopening Doncaster Shefeld Airport.

“Over the past few years, we have seen how e ective Conservative MPs have been in South Yorkshire and I know the county needs a Conservative mayor to understand the area and to be a champion and ambassador and to get things done,” Nick added.

generation of visitors to contribute to the ongoing story of the canal.

e project is being co-funded by British Land and by energy company E.ON, who committed to creating a public artwork as part of its redevelopment of the Blackburn Meadows site, now the home of a biomass-fueled energy park that generates electricity and heating for She eld.

A board of local stakeholders, led by She eld City Council, was convened to commission the piece.

Sixth Form students empowered by the Civil Services

Barnsley Sixth Form College Politics students attended an event organised by the Department for Education in Shefeld to raise awareness of the careers available in the Civil Service.

e students listened to a talk around the various ways that they can build a career within the Civil Service and the vast amount of opportunities available to them. ey also took part in a speed networking session, which enabled them to question several Civil Servants on their current role.

Students also participated in a question-and-answer session with Simon Case, the Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service; and Susan Acland-Hood, the Permanent Secretary at the Department for Education, where they discussed their personal journeys in the Civil Service.

Charity shop to expand with move to new site

e St Luke’s Hospice Stocksbridge charity shop is on the move as part of the community’s long-awaited Town Deal regeneration project.

e redevelopment of Manchester Road in Stocksbridge will see the creation of a new library and community hub building at the heart of the new town centre, along with a new town square and upgrades to the precinct area of Manchester Rd, including shop front improvements.

An important part of that scheme includes not only the demolition of the existing library building but also the neighbouring St Luke’s shop.

But now the charity has con rmed that it will be moving to bigger premises, the former Fulton’s shop just a few yards along Manchester Road.

And with work on improvements to the unit also planned as part of the town centre investment, the aim is ultimately to make the move as quickly as possible from the old site to the new, with no break in trading

“Although we have no con rmed dates of when works will commence yet, we will be working very closely with members of the

Stocksbridge Town Deal Board to make sure the transition happens as smoothly as possible with no loss of income and trade for us,” said St Luke’s Head of Retail Marie Egerton.

“ e new shop is larger than our current one, and forms part of the wider expansion plan we have for the St Luke’s retail chain.

“Stocksbridge has been an important part of our retail operation for many years and this is such an exciting announcement to be able to make, securing our roots for the future with a well-established team and allowing us to remain a strong community xture.

“A bigger shop means an even greater range of pre-loved items for our customers to enjoy as we will be able to expand our o er.

“We also look forward to working with our loyal team of volunteers in our new home and will be looking for more people to join us and help make this new venture the success Stocksbridge deserves.”

For more on the Stocksbridge Town Deal visit www.welcometostocksbridge.co.uk

Victims of the Great Sheffield Flood of 1864 remembered

e 160th anniversary of a ood in which more than 250 people drowned and 5,000 homes were put under water has been marked in South Yorkshire, writes Andrew Barton for the BBC.

e Great She eld Flood of 1864 happened when the Dale Dyke Dam at Brad eld collapsed on 11 March.

More than 690 million gallons (3.14 billion litres) of water from the collapsed dam surged towards the city.

On Saturday Colin Ross, Lord Mayor of Shefeld, laid a wreath for the ood victims at She eld general cemetery.

Photo: Malcolm Nunn

Community Warming Project

Call for friends, neighbours and families to help ID household with cold homes

e Community Warming Project is calling for help from friends, neighbours and families in identifying colder draughty households with high energy bills that could bene t from the group’s free energy e ciency measures.

Community Warming started last autumn and the project has already help more that a score of households to block draughts, improve insulation and cut energy bills through a range of simple measures:

door curtains door sausages, draught excluding tape, radiator re ectors, pipe lagging, LED bulbs

ese are all tted by professional handy persons free of charge subject to eligibility criteria. Households spending more than

MARCH

WEDNESDAY

20 Join Bolsterstone Archaeology and Heritage Group at 7.30pm, when Julie Banham will talk about the changing form of domestic residences from 1600 to 1900.The group meet in the hall at Christ Church on Manchester Road in Stocksbridge, and the talk is also available on Zoom (members only) - please contact bahgmembership@ gmail.com for the link. Refreshments available; there is a small entry charge. Don’t miss it - all welcome

20 The Gondoliers Tuesday 19th - Friday 22nd of March 7 :30pm & Saturday 23rd of March 2:30pm At Grenoside Community centre, Main Street, Grenoside S35 8PR, Tickets: Adults £10 & Children £6 Call: 01226734462 or 07971264322

SATURDAY

23 Music of the movies A Concert by the band from “The Full Monty” Unite the Union Brass Band at The Venue, 650 Manchester Road, S36 1DY, www.ticketsource.co.uk

tickets £10

23 Free Easter Egg Hunt in Chapeltown Park, 10.30am to 12.30pm. You report to the bandstand to collect your instructions, then nd little tokens in the woods. These tokens are then exchanged for Easter treats/sweets.

10% of their income on energy and /or are in receipt of bene ts can apply. Contact 07707 762995 or email janet.udce@gmail.com to nd our more.

Curtains and door sausages are made to size at community sewing workshops held at St Ann’s Church Hall, Deepcar. e next workshop is Wednesday 27th March between 10am-1pm at St Ann's Church Hall, Deepcar, S36 2QQ.

Commenting for Upper Don Community Energy, who run the project, Catherine Cotterill said,

“We are very aware that there are probably hundreds of households in the Penistone and Stocksbridge area that meet the eligibility criteria but may not have heard about Community Warming. We are appealing to friends, neighbours, colleagues and relatives to help spread the word about the project and help make dwellings warmer and cheaper to run”.

Great fun and everyone is welcome. We are also doing free crafts and there will be refreshments available.

SUNDAY

24 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - ‘Commoners MuckIn’ - regular conservation morning, probably clearing saplings but check on the website - www.walc.epizy. com, 10am-12pm, bring gloves, tools provided, families very welcome

24 Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre, Easter Fayre on Sunday 24th March. Everyone is welcome for some Easter fun and meet the Easter Bunny! Crafts & stalls, games & activities, entertainment & refreshments. Free entry, 11 am - 4 pm. Interested Stallholders, please see our website to download a booking form, www.stocksbridgeclc.co.uk

24 Join us this easter, Messy Church 2pm, good friday service, 11am. Easter Sunday cafe church 2pm. The salvation army, Victoria St, Stocksbridge

MONDAY

25 Baby Group at Christian Centre, Cedar Road S36 1AS 0-3’s For more information call 07957 206646 or tarastocksbridge.ud@gmail.com. Everyone welcome.

WEDNESDAY

27 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 27th

March at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Chris Helme, `Life and Downs of a Public Speaker`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year. For more information about our group, please visit our website at www.donvalleyprobus.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you at our next meeting.

THURSDAY

28 March - Stocksbridge Art Society. Evening Demonstration (7 to 9 pm). ‘Water’ in Acrylics by Paul Freeman. Christ Church Community Hall, Stocksbridge, S36 1DY. All welcome: Members free; non-members £4 inc. refreshments.

FRIDAY

29 Free entry Pop Up Art Exhibition at Wortley Men’s Club by the local artists the Pennine Artists. A unique opportunity to view and purchase artwork depicting the local area. Everyone welcome Fri 29th March to Sun 14th April. Opening times Sat-Sun 1211pm, Mon-Fri 2-11pm.

APRIL

THURSDAY

4 High Green W.I. will be meeting at 7.30pm on Thursday 4th April in the Church Hall, behind the Methodist

£5 per child. Plus, join us for a sewing workshop on April 10th, where participants of all ages and skill levels will craft a lined tote bag together for £15 per person. Refreshments will be provided at both events. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Church, on Wortley Road. The event is “British Schindler” and the speaker is Tim Mulroy. The competition is “War Heros”. All members and visitors are warmly welcomed.

MONDAY

8 Spring Craft Club at the Inman Pavilion Moorland Drive S36 1EG 10.00 - 11.45 am. Lots of fun things to do.

8 Brad eld Historical SocietyAGM Plus The Grenoside Steel Works, a talk by Helen Jackson and David Dulieu, Village Hall, Low Brad eld, 2337463, brad eld.history @mypostofce.co.uk, 7.30pm

WEDNESDAY

10 Brad eld Walkers are Welcome - Local History Morning Round Walk in Dungworth led by Malcolm Nunn, start 10.30am from outside Royal Hotel Dungworth, return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. bradfield.history@myposto ce.co.uk or www.bradeld-walkers.org.uk

Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 10th April at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Alex Sotheran, `From Barrows to Bunkers`.

THURSDAY

11 Chapeltown WI hold their next meeting at 7.30pm in Chapeltown Methodist Church.

OnMandy Keyworth will speak about Hypnotherapy. The competition is for a home made card. New members and visitors are always welcome.

SUNDAY

14 Classic Car Rally in support of Marie Curie Cancer care & hosted by The M.G. Car Club. The event will start from Fox Valley Retail Park following a simple planned route book for 70 miles taking in roads within South Yorkshire & North Derbyshire. The event nishes at Cannon Hall & all types of classic car are welcome to enter. The event is called The Da odil Run 2024 & is a none competitive event. Entry forms can be downloaded from mgccyorkshire.co.uk, or for more information email malper11@sky.com.

MONDAY

15 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners, a talk by John Robinson, ‘Birds of Wadsley and Loxley Commons’, An insight into the fascinating bird life of the Common throughout a calendar year. Wadsley Church Hall, 7.30pm start. Homemade refreshments included. www.walc.epizy. com, £3 members, £3.50 non-members.

SUNDAY

21 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - ‘Commoners MuckIn’ - regular conservation morning, probably clearing saplings but check on the

website - www.walc.epizy. com, 10am-12pm, bring gloves, tools provided, families very welcome

WEDNESDAY

24 Brad eld Walkers are Welcome - Local History Evening Round Walk around Low Bradeld led by Malcolm Nunn, start 7pm from Low Brad eld Car Park return around 9pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. brad eld.history@ myposto ce.co.uk or www. brad eld-walkers.org.uk

24 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 24th April at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, will be our AGM with a short update about the Stocksbridge town centre redevelopment. Members will then go for lunch Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year. For more information about our group, please visit our website at www.donvalleyprobus.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you at our next meeting

ONGOING MONDAYS

Men’s Activity and Games Session Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre Monday afternoons 1-30pm to 3-30pm Cost £1 (includes free refreshments) Activities will include a range from Bad-

minton, Table Tennis, Indoor Curling, Dominoes, Card and Board Games, Quiz Contact Andy Walker 07723 506423 for further information.

Millhouse Green Male Voice Choir practise on Monday evenings (7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.) at Millhouse Green Institute, Manchester Road, Millhouse Green. If you want to join us, come on Monday 2023 to meet us and see if you like us. Bass voices are needed so have a go at singing in the Bath rst! Contact 01226

764642 for more information

Every Monday Morning at 9:30am-11:30am, mother & toddler group meet at Crane moor Methodist Church. Everyone welcome.

Baby group at the Christian Centre, Cedar Road S36 1AS. Drop in anytime between 9.30 and 11.30, during term time. Mainly for 0 - 3 year olds. Contact - tarastocksbridge.ud@gmail.com or 07957 206646 for more information.

TUESDAYS

CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other) Tea, co ee, cakes, dominoes and other games, and friendship. Every Tuesday 2-4 pm at St Andrew’s Church, High Street, Penistone. (Next to the library).For more details: 07903 628820

WEDNESDAYS

Everyone is welcome at the Tea and Chat group - 1:003:00pm every Wednesday af-

ternoon at St Leonards Church Wortley. Pop in for a drink and a chat. Contact Joan for more details: 0114 2887435

THURSDAYS

Open House Community Café

Everyone is welcome at Open House, our new community café - 1:30-3:30pm every Thursday at Holy Trinity Thurgoland Church. Pop in for coffee, cakes and a chat. Contact Hannah for more details: hannahosandoval@gmail.com

The South Yorkshire Bonsai Society, meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month at Deepcar Village Hall 8 to 10 p.m.

High Green Fitness and Fun Aerobics and Activities Paces campus, High Green Thursday 10am-12:30pm £4 per person. Call Margaret for more info 0114 284 7190

Volunteer Thursdays at Greave House Farm Trust. Enjoy fresh air, gentle exercise, meeting new friends. Any time between 10am and 4pm. Bring a packed lunch. Also monthly work days on 2nd Saturday. For more info contact Barbara: 07724505911or email greavehouse@yahoo.co.uk

‘WARM WELCOME’ for everyone at The Christian Centre, Cedar Road every Thursday between 9 a.m. & 2 p.m. Meet & Chat - Enjoy a snackgames to play.

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(Rod Stewart) Dave Parsons (Guitar) and Mick Brook (Saxophone) are regular swimmers. James Adam of PI Technology and Josette of Voyager Art Space on Manchester Road have helped with the publicity.

Gerry said “ is all goes to show how Look Local and Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre help the community beyond their more obvious functions.”

Tickets £5, available at the Christian Centre Cedar Road, Christ Church, Legionnaires Club and Stocksbridge Community Sports Centre.

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‘YOUTH SOCIAL PRESCRIBING’ NOW TACKLING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS THROUGH CHILD-FIRST COACHING AS NHS WAITING LISTS SOAR

Nationally, more children than ever need mental health care as NHS figures show nearly half a million are awaiting treatment.

On National Social Prescribing Day, there is an increasingly significant role being played by coaches in local communities delivering socially prescribed physical activity to support the mental, physical, and emotional health of young people – amid a concerning increase of poor mental health and growing waiting lists for mental health services.

‘Social prescribing’ has traditionally been used to help adults and older adults find non-medical ways of combating loneliness and stress, but now in young people, mental health and emotional wellbeing is the most common reason for referrals.

However, an emerging approach of ‘youth social prescribing’, pioneered by leading youth charity StreetGames through the the creation of a Youth Social Prescribing Network is now directly supporting many children and young people referred to mental health services through physical activity programmes which focus on a child first coaching approach.

The charity is part of The Children’s Coaching Collaborative (CCC) a collective of likeminded organisations, who want to create a nation of child-first coaches. Child-first coaching, where coaches focus on championing every child’s voice, choice and journey in sport and physical activity, aims to ensure positive experiences for every young person through the people who know them best – their coaches. The approach is seen as critical to increasing enjoyment levels for all children and young people and helping them stay active for life but has particular benefits for young people experiencing poor mental health.

As part of activity sessions, coaches are now collaborating actively with young people referred by medical professionals to co-create activity that helps them as an individual, embedding a child-first approach to best under-

stand their individual needs and respecting their voice.

The number of children referred to emergency mental healthcare in England has soared by more than 50% in three years – and inclusive physical activity, delivered by coaches that take a child-first approach and priortise

wellbeing is now helping young people manage their mental and emotional health.

The Play Their Way campaign was launched to transform the way children and young people are coached in by prioritising their rights, needs and enjoyment in a ‘child-first’ approach. The campaign is funded by Sport England and The National Lottery and is led

by the 17 partner organisations that make up the CCC.

To learn more about the campaign, access resources and sign up to join the biggest grassroots movement to transform the way we coach our children and young people visit www.playtheirway.org.

SYFR 50th year celebrations continue with time capsule burial

Capturing a moment in time is the aim of South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue which has buried a time capsule as part of its 50th year celebrations.

The Service’s training centre in Handsworth was chosen as the spot to bury the capsule to mark the refurbishment of parts of the building including the canteen and reception area which also includes a mural created by local artist Luke Horton.

Included within the time capsule are a set of documents that capture a sense of life in 2024, including film listings, the cost of basic groceries and the latest issue of the Service’s staff newsletter. It also includes information about the Service, including information about how many staff it employs and the number of fire engines that are currently operational.

The plan is for the capsule to be opened in 50 years-time – when the service will mark a century of saving lives in South Yorkshire.

Chief Fire Officer, Chris Kirby said: “2024 is a big year for South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue as we mark our 50th year, so it feels appropriate to preserve this moment in time for future generations by burying this time capsule today.

“I’d also like to thank our estates team and everyone who has played a part in revitalising our training centre. One of our key aspirations as a service is to be a great place to work

and ensuring our facilities are the best they can be is a key part of that, both for our own staff and for our partner organisations who regularly use our training centre.”

Fire Authority Chair Cllr Charlie Hogarth, said: “I’m delighted to be able to witness the burial of this time capsule and also see the excellent improvements that have been made to the Service’s training centre over the past few months.”

The Training and Development Centre is where all South Yorkshire wholetime and oncall firefighter trainees complete their initial training course.

The time capsule, which was buried on Tuesday 27 February, is one of a number of events and activities the service is carrying out in 2024 to mark 50 years since it’s creation, including open days, fundraisers, staff celebrations and a few surprises along the way.

Professional firefighting in South Yorkshire dates back much longer than 50 years.

But it was at midnight of 31 March 1974 that the City of Sheffield Fire Brigade, Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Fire Brigade, Rotherham Metropolitan Fire Brigade, Barnsley Metropolitan Fire Brigade, and the parts of the former West Riding Fire Brigade that lay with the new South Yorkshire boundary, became what was then known as South Yorkshire County Fire Service.

CAPTION: Chief Fire Officer, Chris Kirby, pictured with Chair of the South Yorkshire Fire Authority Charlie Hogarth at the burial of the time capsule at the Service’s training centre in Handsworth. Also included are some images of the refurbished area in the training and development centre.

Croquet Invites New Members

Nestled within the setting of Hillsborough Park lies the vibrant hub of croquet enthusiasts – the Sheffield Croquet Club. If you've ever strolled past the bowling greens atop Hillsborough Park, chances are you've glimpsed the club members in action, engaged in a lively game of croquet. This esteemed club isn't just about friendly matches under the sun; it's also a force to be reckoned with in regional and national competitions. With the 2023 championship titles proudly under their belt in two leagues, the Sheffield Croquet Club has earned its spot to compete in the croquet equivalent of football's FA Cup this year.

But it's not all about the competitive edge. Members of the club relish in the sociable aspect of the sport, gathering for friendly games from late spring through early autumn, with Saturdays being a notable favourite. Whether you're a seasoned player or a curious beginner, the club welcomes individuals and groups alike to book their own sessions. And fear not if you lack the necessary equipment – it's all provided for you.

Casual attire is the norm here, but do remember to don sensible shoes – a crucial element for manoeuvring gracefully on the lawn. Croquet isn't just a game; it's a delightful blend of strategy, skill, and camaraderie. And what's more, it offers a fantastic way to enjoy low-impact, yet invigorating exercise.

If you're intrigued by the prospect of joining this esteemed club, mark your calendars! The playing season kicks off in early April, promising months of fun-filled matches and memorable moments. For more information, visit the club's webpage at sheffieldcroquetclub.org.uk, or direct your inquiries to enquiries@sheffieldcroquetclub.uk.

Come one, come all, and discover the joys of croquet with the Sheffield Croquet Club – where every stroke is a step closer to fun and friendship!

Forgemasters seeks apprentices intake

Sheffield Forgemasters has launched a drive to recruit 14 apprentices for 2024, as it upskills for one of the World’s most advanced manufacturing facilities.

The recruitment will see successful applicants join the Ministry of Defence (MoD) owned company during a hugely exciting period to participate in an award-winning apprenticeship scheme as it drives forward its recapitalisation programme.

Appointed apprentices will receive fully-funded training, working towards a professional qualification whilst getting paid, and will have a future career in one of the most advanced engineering facilities of its kind.

Nicola Childs, Head of People Development at Sheffield Forgemasters, said: “As we progress with our recapitalisation programme, we are seeking out the most capable and committed individuals to join our team.

“Sheffield Forgemasters has a secure future following our MoD acquisition, as we push on with a the programme to create a new level of engineering skills-

sets within defence and civil nuclear manufacture.”

The company is investing over the next ten years to support its defence-critical assets, including a new heavy forge line and building, major machine tool replacements and the creation of a new machining facility, which will be unmatched outside of the UK.

Nicola added: “We really want to find those candidates who have the drive to learn and secure a career which will provide skills for life and excellent professional development as we deliver increasing defence work and advance manufacturing technologies for civil nuclear power and renewable energy markets.

“We are proud to be able to invest in the next generation of apprentices. We know first hand the positive impact apprenticeships have on the success of a business. In 2023, we were delighted to be recognised within the Department of Education’s Top 100 UK Apprenticeship Employers initiative.”

Apprenticeship details can be found on the Sheffield Forgemasters’ website in

the following areas; production, maintenance, technical and office-based.

Emily Wynne, People Development Advisor - early careers at Sheffield Forgemasters, said: “We expect a really strong response to this year’s apprentice drive and would urge those who have the determination to grasp the opportunity, to apply.

“We have a broad variety of roles, which should appeal to the diverse talent across the Sheffield City Region.”

Sheffield Forgemasters specialises in the design and manufacture of high integrity forgings and castings offering end-to-end manufacture and steel production from a single site in the UK.

Global markets served include Defence, Marine, Civil Nuclear, Steel Processing, Offshore, Renewables, Power Generation, High Pressure Reactors, Steel Plant and Ingot & Bar.

The closing date for Sheffield Forgemasters' apprentice applications is Sunday 24th March 2024.

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Church make visitors pay

After the disappointment of conceding another late goal on Wednesday night at the two-two draw away at Eccleshill United, Church went into the game on Saturday looking to stay in contention for a playoff place with a much needed win.

Church started the game brightly and in the first minutes midfielder Eddie Newsome hit the post with a powerful shot. Then Pickering grew into the game, they dominated the ball and possession but without creating many chances. Church then conceded a penalty, keeper Harry Ambler was unlucky not to save the shot but the ball crept in on his right hand side and they went in one-nil down at the break

After a dressing room conference, Church emerged much improved, however luck prevailed when the visitors missed their second penalty kick of the game.

Josh Brown was substituted by Leon Hurles-Brook just after the hour. Then lads dug

2 - 1 Pickering Penistone

in and Kieran Ryan equalised on the hour which was followed eighteen minutes later when after some excellent play “Man of the Match”

Jordan Barnett (pictured) scored his first and the match winning goal since returning to the club.

Assistant manager Brett Lovell We freshened the first eleven up after Wednesday, Eddie Newsome came back into midfield for Danny Howes who is struggling with a knock and Lennon O’Grady came in for Leon Hurles-Brook,

We were just lack-lustre in the first half, we didn’t play the system, we didn’t play the game that we wanted to and it was a really disappointing first half performance.

It was important to go in at half time just one-nil down and there were some choice words spoken. Jubby Lenny and I gave some honest criticism of what we expected in the first half and what they didn’t deliver.

Credit to the lads in the second half, they’ve driven themselves as a squad, as friends and got the result today.

We’ve ended up winning two-one, they’ve missed a penalty, if that had gone in to make it two-nil it would have been a mountain to climb for us but thankfully we were on the right end of some luck for a change.

THORNE SHOW THEIR POWER

Thorne 40 - 5 Stocksbridge

A trip to the East of Doncaster to face Thornensians RUFC proved a bridge too far for gallant and Globe Holidays sponsored Stocksbridge Rugby at the weekend. Despite some heroic tackling and committed scrambling defence, they managed to ship 7 tries, eventually falling to a 40pts to 5 pts defeat in their final away league fixture of the Counties4 Yorkshire (phase 2) South season.

Stocksbridge were forced to defend almost from the kick off, as the home side looked for early points, but the visitors held firm with some great defensive plays and clearance kicks from Spencer and promising young fly half Leary. Stocksbridge held relatively firmly until the 20th minute, when a sweeping back line play created space for the home left winger to touch down in the corner.

A shoulder injury to young flier Logan Hannah forced him from the field to be replaced by Connor Price, as Stocksbridge conceded further tries when their defensive unit left too many holes for the home side to attack.

Stocksbridge did have some joy in possession with another youngster Harrison Norman making inroads with some mazey running, which created an

opportunity for the forwards to rumble into their opponents, resulting in a barnstorming try for the burly Gary Woodcock, Woodcock is kindly sponsored by Valley Property Services. The unfortunate Jack Leary ran out of the allotted time for the conversion, and we reached the break with the score of : Thornensians RUFC 21pts – Stocksbridge Rugby 5 pts.

It was a similar pattern in the 2nd stanza however, the Stocksbridge front row union of ‘eggsy’ Bowman, ‘milky’ Martin and younger Brother ‘half pint’ Martin all performed superbly, forcing the hosts to change their own front row combination on 2 separate occasions.

Veteran Ricky Christopherson has some fast talking to do when explaining to the official that his ‘alleged’ high tackle was an accident, and he succeeded in avoiding a yellow card.

Thorne scored 3 further tries as the Blue Wall fatigued, leaving a final scoreline of : Thornensians RUFC 40pts – Stocksbridge Rugby 5pts, which was not a fair reflection of the game itself.

Stocksbridge competed well for large parts of the game, and the occasional missed tackle or poor defensive align-

ment was pounced on by a more experienced opponent. The boys defended manfully and never stopped trying for the full 80 minutes’ , said ‘clock tower’ and Vice Captain Andy Beal afterwards, before adding ‘our younger lads are developing game by game and the future looks bright if we can keep hold of these young guns’.

Despite some committed and brave displays by Skipper Frith, Bowman, Beal and them Martin boys, exciting young prospect Harrsion Norman, kindly sponsored by Mrs Diane Woodcock, took the Asphalt Grid Systems Man of the Match award for his eye catching runs and clever turn of pace to frighten the Thorne defence time and time again.

Ironically, Stocksbridge face the same opponents again in next weeks reverse fixture at the Coal Pit Lane Arena, with a 3pm kick off, in their final league fixture of a tough, but committed campaign.

A date for your diaries and the Club’s annual awards night ceremony will be held in the Manchester Road Headquarters on Friday 25th April, all members are invited to celebrate the passing season.

Graihagh called up for England

the tough Grindleford Gallop in 3-53-13.

English Schools Cross Country Championships, Pontefract Intermediate Girls

9, Graihagh Turner 13-03.

North Lincolnshire Half Marathon

88, Andrew Pearson 1-21-58; 206, Shaun Swallow 1-28-28; 249, Suzanne McGill 1-30-17; 290, John Broom 1-33-01; 375, Robert Davies 1-36-55; 379, Dawn Broom 1-37-01; 451, Simon Lovidge 1-38-54; 571, Robin Clough 1-44-15; 651, Chloe Worth 1-46-47; 1005, Sarah Halstead 2-05-07; 1121, Jill Scrivens 2-11-14; 1339, Gemma Nutton 2-26-08.

North Lincolnshire Half Marathon

88, Andrew Pearson 1-21-58; 206, Shaun Swallow 1-28-28; 249, Suzanne McGill 1-30-17; 290, John Broom 1-33-01; 375, Robert Davies 1-36-55; 379, Dawn Broom 1-37-01; 451, Simon Lovidge 1-38-54; 571, Robin Clough 1-44-15; 651, Chloe Worth 1-46-47; 1005, Sarah Halstead 2-05-07; 1121, Jill Scrivens 2-11-14; 1339, Gemma Nutton 2-26-08.

North Lincolnshire 10k

665, John Spencer 1-23-10.

Thirsk 10 Mile Road Race

27, James Mumford 59-56; 146, Emma Moore 1-13-54.

Vale of York 5 Mile Road Race

Jonny elevates in gallop

Jonny Briggs chairman of Valley Hill Runners was the club's only entrant in the Grindleford Gallop this Saturday, a multi terrain run of just over 20 miles with an elevation gain of over 2,750 ft. The weather conditions were quite kind for March and JB completed the course in just under 3 and a half hours.

Graihagh Turner competed for South Yorkshire in the English Schools Cross Country championships at Pontefract. She had an excellent run gaining 9th place in the Intermediate Girls race. Her high placing was rewarded with guaranteed selection for England.

Several runners headed to Scunthorpe to compete in the North Lincolnshire Half Marathon. There were top three age group placings for Suzanne McGill (first, over45 ladies), Andrew Pearson (second, over55 men) and Dawn Broom (second, over60 ladies). Suzanne’s time of 1-30-17 and Dawn’s time of 1-37-09 both represented club records.

New club member Simon Lovidge achieved a new personal best time of 1-38-54.

Despite facing some strong winds James Mumford had a good run at the Thirsk 10 mile road race, dipping under 60 minutes in a time of 59-56.

New member Emma Moore also had a great run to finish in 1-13-54 which gave her fourth place in the senior ladies age category.

Martin Ball and Rachael Mayston competed in the Vale of York Five Mile race. Martin was first in the men’s over50 category and dipped under the 30 minute mark, recording a time of 29-47.

Racheal grabbed second place in the ladies over50 category in 33-37. On the fells Jemma Williams completed

At the Heartbeat Hobble Fell race Damian Kilpin claimed first place in the men’s over45 age category and Sarah Walch was second lady over40.

Ian Charlesworth was in action at the Flower Scar fell race which was a counter for the English Fell Championships. He came in 300th place in a time of 1-43-39.

On the track George Parr and James Mumford competed in the 5,000 meters at the Wednesday Night Track meeting at Cudworth. George was 7th in 17-13 and James just behind in 8th place in 17-15.

On the parkrun scene there were first places for George Parr (Penistone), Julia Johnson (Selby), Flynn Rogers (Hillsborough Juniors) and Lauren Lees (Hillsborough Juniors). There were second places for Andrew Heppenstall (Stratford-Upon-Avon) and Alex Melhuish (Philips Park). Paul Sammon completed his 50th parkrun at Penistone. Age graded performance of the week were Julia Johnson (87.45%), Andrew Heppenstall (80.65%), Tom Fryers (78.25%), Keith Gordon (72.65%) and Dawn Broom (72.52%).

Starting on Thursday 4th April, Penistone running club will be starting a walk to run open to anybody who would like to start running. Meeting at 6.30pm on the trail by the skateboard park in Penistone, it will continue on every Thursday for 10 weeks. For further information please contact Steve Dickinson via steve@osi.uk.com

9, Martin Ball 29-47; 20, Rachael Mayston 33-37.

Heartbeat Hobble

13, Damian Kilpin 53-09; 67, Sarah Walch 1-08-29.

Flower Scar Fell Race

300, Ian Charlesworth 1-43-39.

5000 Metre Track Race, Cudworth

7, George Parr 17-13; 8, James Mumford 17-15.

Barnsley Parkrun

32, Daniel Cooper 24-15; 55, Martyn Goodwin 26-35; 66, Stuart Smith 2735; 68, Heath Ramsden 27-56.

Penistone Parkrun

1, George Parr 18-37; 7, Damian Kilpin 20-06; 26, Emma Stead 24-37; 27, Steven John Stead 24-38; 34, Shelley Anne Gill 25-16; 45, Carl Matthewman 26-13; 105, Daniel Batty 31-22; 113, Sarah Clough 32-04; 135, Dianne Mcguinness 36-15; 139, Peter Cross 36-55.

Penistone runners were in action in several races across a number of surfaces over the weekend and enjoyed a significant amount of success.

Steels’ secure narrow victory 1 - 0

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While only one goal separated the two sides in the end, it was an eventful affair with one of the biggest talking points of the game hap-

pening as early as the eighth minute. Tomas Poole was through on goal when Newton Aycliffe’s Dale Elgie challenged him from behind. Despite the game being in its infancy, the referee deemed the foul to be a clear denial of a goalscoring opportunity and showed no hesitation to pull out the red card.

Steels came close to taking advantage of the resulting freekick as Newton Aycliffe goalkeeper James Winter failed to gather the ball,

Stocksbridge Newton Aycliffe

which fell to Charlie Ogblesby in front of the goal. The defender, though, could not find the back of the net, with his effort going off target.

Despite the visitors playing with 10 men, it was rather an even affair for the rest of the first half with both goalkeepers having little to do. Dolman came the closest to finding the back of the net for Stocksbridge in the first half. The winger displayed a brilliant bit of footwork in front of the goal before having a tame shot, which missed the target by a whisker.

Much like the first half, the Steels began the second period on the front foot, with Newton Aycliffe goalkeeper Winter forced into action twice in the first five minutes.

Manager Ian Richards evidently wanted to keep the momentum up as he threw Olly Nowak and Luke Rawson into the mix after the one-hour mark. The substitutions paid off immediately as Stocksbridge took the lead a minute later.

Rawson turned provider just seconds after coming on, playing Dolman through down the right-hand side. The winger, who was a headache for the visitors all afternoon, charged towards the goal before slotting the

ball past Winter, making it two in two for himself.

The Steels showed some signs of sloppiness after going ahead but managed to keep the Newton Aycliffe attackers at bay. Ben Townsend pulled off a brilliant save to deny the visitors a quick equaliser in the 71st minute. Luke Hogg, meanwhile, was a stalwart at the back and was rightfully named the Man of the Match.

Rawson notably came close to doubling the lead in added time after 90 minutes. His shot from the edge of the box was goal-bound –only to be denied by Winter’s outstretched leg.

Stocksbridge soon claimed all three points as the referee blew the final whistle.

The victory takes the Steels 12 points above the drop zone, although 19th-placed Winterton Rangers have two games in hand.

Richard and Co. will look to make it three win in three when they lock horns with Consett away from home next Saturday (March 23).

Tigers’ ready to defend title

Sheffield get their title defence underway later this week - and co-promoter Damien Bates feels they've given themselves the best chance possible to retain their crown.

The Tru7 Group Tigers head to Oxford for their ROWE Motor Oil Premiership opener on Thursday (March 21, 7.30) for their first league fixture since lifting the top flight trophy last October.

A familiar looking side has been assembled for this term and features seven riders who all represented the Owlerton outfit at some point throughout 2023.

Bates feels the Tigers have got the strongest top five in the division as well as two of the UK's brightest prospects at reserve.

“It’s one of the easiest teams I’ve ever managed to put together,” Bates said.

“It was all done, sorted and sealed so early as well and I’m more than happy with the seven riders we’ve got at Sheffield again this year.

"We’ve got two top level, world class riders leading the team in Jack (Holder) and Tai (Woffinden) and they’re backed up by three quality riders in Chris Holder, who's a former World Champion, Josh Pickering and Kyle (Howarth).

"Both Jason (Edwards) and Dan (Gilkes) deserve to be back and it should be another exciting year for them because they’re young, they’re improving all the time and they’ll carry on learning from the top five.

"With a top five like we've got, we’ll always have a chance of winning meetings and that takes a bit of pressure off the two reserves but as we saw last year, they are already at a stage where they can score points at this level."

Sheffield will also head to Premiership newcomers Birmingham next Monday (March 25, 7.30) with the first fixture at Owlerton on Thursday, March 28 (7.30) when Oxford are the visitors.

by: Adam Allcroft

Photo by: Myra Little

Stocksbridge Park Steels claimed a 1-0 victory over Newton Aycliffe in the Northern Premier League East Division at Bracken Moor on Saturday.