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Five Arrested in Afternoon Residential Skirmish In an afternoon marked by chaos and violence, Police responded to reports of a disturbance on Sunday, February 18th, The situation escalated quickly as a group of five individuals engaged in a fight involving a bladed weapon.
Police urge anyone with any information regarding the incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing inquiries. Individuals can contact South Yorkshire Police at 101, quoting incident number 520 of February 18th, 2024.
Armed officers swiftly descended upon Cedar Road in Stocksbridge, following the disturbance reported at 3.33 pm. Police were bolstered by support from the National Police Air Service, as tensions ran high in the residential neighbourhood.
In a separate incident, Kirklees police are appealing for witnesses after gunshots were fired in Holmfirth on Friday night (February 16).
Following thorough searches of the surrounding properties, law enforcement managed to apprehend the individuals involved. Among those arrested, a 41-year-old man was taken into custody for affray. Additionally, a 32-year-old man faces charges of both affray and child neglect, while a 29-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of child neglect. Moreover, a 30-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman were detained for possession of a firearm. As the investigation unfolds, all five suspects remain in police custody, awaiting further legal proceedings.
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Mother Voices Frustration Over Council's Handling of Damp and Mould A local mother of three has spoken out about feeling neglected by her council regarding persistent dampness and mould problems in her council home. Preferring to remain anonymous, the mother, from Oughtibridge revealed that she initially reported the issue to the council in September of 2023. However, it wasn't until November of the same year that the council responded to her complaints and outsourced the work to an external company to address the problem. Expressing her disappointment, the mother stated, "I feel let down by the council because even though they have started carrying out the repairs, they took
a long time to do it and made us feel like myself and my partner were to blame for the problem." She further explained the financial strain caused by having to discard damaged items such as clothes, carpets, toys, furniture, and books due to the mould infestation, particularly during the lead-up to Christmas. According to regulations, councils are expected to resolve damp and mould issues within six weeks of being reported. However, in this case, the mother had to wait until mid-December before any action was taken. In response to inquiries, the council directed attention to their website, which emphasises their
commitment to addressing damp and mould concerns promptly to ensure the safety and well-being of tenants. The situation underscores the urgency of addressing dampness and mould in residential properties. Following the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak, new legislation is on the horizon to compel landlords to take such issues seriously and resolve them within the mandated timeframe. The mother's case raises concerns about the plight of other families facing similar challenges across the city, prompting questions about the effectiveness of current measures in addressing these issues promptly and adequately.
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EX-MARINE DEFIES THE ODDS TO BECOME A PILOT Kristian Newton has always had a passion for aviation but knew from an early age the challenges he’d face to make his dream a reality. “I remember every time I saw a pilot at the airport when we went on holiday I used to freeze and be completely in awe of them. I used to sit with my grandad for hours and read things about travelling. I was just completely fascinated by it all. “My mum was a hairdresser and dad was a builder, so I knew I didn’t have the financial backing to pursue aviation as a career, so I made the decision to join the Royal Marines instead.” Kris, from Stocksbridge, was accepted into the military in 2009 and was deployed to a number of locations including Afghanistan, before he applied to join a specialist maritime unit as part of the UK Special Forces. “Unfortunately, after five years of working on boats the shock and vibrations meant I developed a neck injury and was medically discharged. After leaving I rehabilitated and realised this could be my chance to follow my aviation dream.” Following his years in the Royal Marines, Kris started training to get his Private Pilot’s Licence and was about two thirds of the way through when COVID hit and he had to stop. Kris was working in the construction industry when one of his friends sent him informa-
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CHANGES TO SUPERTRAM Supertram will no longer be run by Stagecoach from the 22nd March onwards. From this date the tram will be run by a company known as South Yorkshire Future Trams Limited on behalf of the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA). As the tram will be run by a different operator, Stagecoach tickets will no longer be accepted.
This means that from Friday 22nd March, Stagecoach Gold and Silver tickets will no longer be valid for travel on Supertram. If you have bought a Gold or Silver ticket to use on bus and tram please be sure to use it before this date as it will no longer be accepted. You’ll still be able to
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The Sheffield student bus & tram MegaRider and the South Yorkshire Child bus & tram DayRider tickets will no longer be sold by Stageocach. These tickets will also not be accepted on Supertram after the 22nd March so if you have bought one please use it before this date. After the 21st March any new tram tickets will need to be purchased via a new app, from a SYMCA ticket vending machine, or on tram. Information about how to download the app and purchase tickets will be shared by Travel South Yorkshire in the coming weeks on their web-
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Fictional Townscape Paintings in Debut Solo Exhibition Sheffield-based artist Sean Williams has captivated art enthusiasts with his extraordinary paintings, showcased in his inaugural solo exhibition at Cupola Gallery. Renowned for his masterful use of colour and technique, Williams' artworks offer a unique blend of hyperrealism and surrealism, inviting viewers into a fictional town brimming with intrigue and curiosity.
WHERE THE REAL MEETS THE UNREAL – A SOLO SHOW OF PAINTINGS BY SEAN WILLIAMS. Photo by: Ladoza ‘Oak park to Meadow View’ by Sean Williams VENUE: Cupola Gallery, 178a Middlewood Road, Sheffield S6 1TD EXHIBITION DATES: 10 February – 9 March Opening Evening: Friday 9 February, 7:30-9:30pm – Hospitality provided. OPENING TIMES: Monday – Saturday 10am – 6pm Monday – Saturday www.cupolagallery.com 0114 2852665 info@cupolagallery.com
Karen Sherwood, Director and founder of Cupola Gallery, expressed her excitement about hosting Williams' debut show, praising the artist's ability to challenge perceptions and evoke a sense of wonder. Williams' paintings, ranging in size, beckon viewers to delve deeper into their intricacies, questioning the reality of the depicted scenes. Describing his latest body of work, Williams elaborated on his inspiration drawn from a fictional English town. His paintings depict the outskirts of suburbia, where urban and
rural elements converge in enigmatic landscapes devoid of human presence. Through a meticulous Pointillist technique, Williams imbues his artworks with a myriad of colours, creating a mesmerizing visual experience that evolves upon closer inspection. Williams' paintings evoke a meditative quality, prompting viewers to contemplate the narratives concealed within each canvas. From tranquil parks to bustling construction sites, his artworks traverse various settings across different seasons, inviting viewers on a journey of exploration and introspection.
A curator as well as an artist, Williams has garnered acclaim for his contributions to the contemporary art scene, earning nominations for prestigious awards such as the Marmite Painting Prize and the John Ruskin Prize. With works featured in private collections worldwide,
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Street trees have been retained under the current designs, which involve building pavements around them and into the road.
Feedback from residents was now being sought "to ensure we can deliver necessary works in the most suitable way," Mr Otten added.
The programme was paused in 2018, with the council later apologising to campaigners and admitting to misleading the public and courts.
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The first phase of the consultation will focus on Dunkeld Road, Silver Hill Road and Banner Cross Road.
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"The build-outs have been designed in a way which strikes a balance between maintaining sufficient road width for two-way traffic while also ensuring there is enough room to protect the roots of these trees and allow some space for future growth," they said. Chair of the waste and street scene committee Joe Otten said "a number of stakeholders" had been consulted on the designs. They were drawn up by Amey, who deliver the council's Streets Ahead highway maintenance contract.
Drop-in sessions will be hosted at Ecclesall Library in February and March to provide more information on the proposals, the council spokesperson said. A plaque recognising the actions of campaigners who fought to save threatened trees in Sheffield is expected to be installed by the local authority later this year.
Williams' impact on the art world continues to resonate. For art enthusiasts seeking a captivating visual experience that transcends traditional boundaries, Sean Williams' solo exhibition at Cupola Gallery offers a compelling exploration of imagination and perception. The exhibition showcases the enduring power of paint in contemporary art, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Williams' fictional townscapes. Sean Williams' exhibition will be on display at Cupola Gallery, presenting an opportunity for art aficionados to engage with his evocative artworks and unravel the mysteries concealed within each canvas. Don't miss the chance to experience the mesmerizing allure of Williams' paintings, as they invite you to ponder the enigmatic landscapes of his fictional town.
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The Summit is organised by Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking and brings together UK leaders, international speakers and transport professionals who are reimagining our streets to be better places for walking. The 2024 Summit will ask how we can demonstrate the value of streets designed for people and what impact investments in walking have made so far on health, the environment, and the economy.
Mayor Oliver Coppard will join triple Olympic champion and the region’s Active Travel Commissioner, Ed Clancy to shine a light on the work happening in South Yorkshire. Living Streets’ National Walking Summit 2024 is supported by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, Sheffield City Council and Tracsis. South Yorkshire’s Mayor, Oliver Coppard said: “We’re building a happier, healthier South Yorkshire. “That means giving our communities more, better choices about how to travel and move, and particularly making walking safer and easier.
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WEDNESDAY 21- Join Bolsterstone Archaeology and Heritage Group at 7.30pm, when Dr Tim Cockrell will talk about the Neolithic rock art found in Ecclesall Woods in Sheffield, during a recent study. We 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.” THURSDAY 22 Stocksbridge & District History Society - Revised AGM - 7pm Christ Church Hall - plus short talk on ‘Old Sheffield in Photos’. SATURDAY 24 National Methodist Youth Brass Band concert. Saturday 24th February 7pm at Chapeltown Methodist Church.To book ticket go to www.eventbrite.com 760292173357Free event SUNDAY 25 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
“Walking has been proven to have lots of health benefits, including reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, strengthen bones and improve health in general. “So I’m delighted that our partners and friends at Living Streets have chosen South Yorkshire as the home of their 2024 Walking Summit; recognition of both our commitment and huge ambition.”
28 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 28th February at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Stephen Flinders, `Life and Times of Robert Bruce & Napoleon Walker`. 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. 28 Follow up Public meeting at The Venue, 6pm. Agenda: Police Report. Town’s Board plans
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MONDAY 4 Bradfield Historical Society - The Great Sheffield Flood of 1864 - 160 years since the event, a talk with slides by Malcolm Nunn, Village Hall, Low Bradfield, 2337463, bradfield.history@mypostoffice.co.uk, 7.30pm THURSDAY 7 Chapeltown WI will meet in Chapeltown Methodist Church at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Anne Marples, The Bustle Lady, speaking about why the Victorian’s invented recycling. The competition is for a recycled item. New members and visitors will be made welcome. SATURDAY 9 FREE Guided tour of the Sheffield Flood graves in Wadsley Cemetery at Wadsley Parish Church, Worrall Road, S6 4BB. Meet outside the church at 2pm. Short free talk and display about the Great Sheffield Flood of 1864 and guided tour of the graves of our 30 victims. One was drowned while working at midnight at Damflask Wire Mill aged 9 years. 9 St Nicholas’ Church, High Bradfield, Sheffield Flood,
160th Anniversary, 11am short service at Dale Dyke, 12 noon tea, coffee and cakes served in the church, 1pm FREE exhibition of photos and talk in the church by Martyn Pearson . See the Flood Graves and special bell ringing. 9 Spring Fayre at Chapeltown Methodist Church on Saturday 9th March usual stalls Coffee,tea and cake 10.30am til 12noon Lunches 12noon til 1.30pm MONDAY 11 Bradfield Walkers are Welcome - Great Sheffield Flood Anniversary Walk led by Malcolm Nunn, start 10.30am from Low Bradfield Car Park to Dale Dyke, return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. bradfield.history@mypostoffice.co.uk or www.bradfield-walkers.org.uk
TUESDAY 12 Grenoside and District Local History Group: A talk by David Templeman on “Ancient Suburbs of Sheffield” We meet in the main hall of the Grenoside Community Centre, on Main Street at 10 am Visitors are welcome and we are looking for new members. There is a small charge for non-members, but coffee and biscuits are included SATURDAY 16 Stocksbridge Christian Centre Coffee Morning on Saturday 16th March from
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MONDAY 18 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - a talk by Robbie Carnegie - Moors for the Future (Peak District National Park) (www.moorsforthefuture. org.uk). Wadsley Church Hall, Worrall Road, 7.30pm start, home-made refreshments included, £3 members, £3.50 non-members. www.walc. epizy.com 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 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 WEDNESDAY 27 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 27th March at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocks-
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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 first! 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 for 0 - 3’s Starting on Monday 9.30 -11.30 at Christian Centre, Cedar Road S36 1FL. Open in term time only. For more information call 07957 206646 or email tarastocksbridge.ud@gmail. com Open in term time. TUESDAYS CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other) Tea, coffee, 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
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Even the greatest Sheffield Wednesday fan might never have thought about sleeping in their beloved Hillsborough Stadium. But on March 22 there will be a chance to make that sporting dream come true as the Sheffield Wednesday Community programme joins up with South Yorkshire youth homelessness charity Roundabout for the Night Owls Sleep Over. The event will provide a thrilling experience for both families and Sheffield Wednesday fans. Starting at 8pm on the Friday and going on all the way through to 7am the following morning, there will be a host of fun activities as well as exclusive access to the celebrated football stadium, with an immersive tour of the grounds and a unique chance to explore the historic nooks and crannies that make Hillsborough Stadium legendary. More importantly, participants will be supporting Roundabout and all the money they raise through sponsorship will help vulnerable young people who are at risk of becoming homeless. “The annual Roundabout Sleep Out has always been one of our most popular annual events and we have been asked so many times if there was a version the whole family could support,” said
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Local Opinion Backing British Steel I'm delighted that Labour has announced a massive extra £2.5 billion investment in the British steel industry over the first five years of the next Labour government, which will directly benefit communities here in Penistone and Stocksbridge. This is in addition to £500 million committed by the government. Under the Conservatives, we’re seeing the decline of our steel industry. Thousands of jobs lost. They have no plan to protect and grow our steel industry. Labour has a plan. This £3 billion investment in a bright future for our steel industry is part of a £7 billion National Wealth Fund which will create good, well-paying jobs in a zero carbon economy where every penny spent will generate more private sector investment. In total, Labour’s plan will create 50,000 new jobs across Yorkshire and protect tens of thousands of existing jobs.
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As Chair of the Health Scrutiny at Sheffield City Council, Councillor Ruth Milsom has commissioned a survey to better understand people’s real experiences of accessing dental services in Sheffield. This has been raised off the back of concerns about the impact of the lack of access to NHS dental care in the city. Claims of a collapse of the NHS dentistry have left millions of patients unable to get an appointment when they need one. Analysis of patient survey data suggests that last year, 4.75 million people were either told there were no appointments available or the practice wasn’t taking on new pa-
Vast parts of England are now ‘dental deserts’, where no dentists are available. In the South West, 99% of dentists have shut their doors to new adult patients, with just 4 practices welcoming new patients across the entire region. The government has launched a pilot in Cornwall where NHS dentistry will only be offered to children and the most vulnerable.
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Friday Ist March is World Women’s Day of Prayer when Churches Together in Stocksbridge and District will be holding a Service at Ipm in the Christian Centre in Stocksbridge. The Service, which will be followed World Wide at this time, has been prepared by women in Palestine and it would be wonderful if we could fill the church. Doris Stubbs
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The British Dental Association have reported that tooth decay remains the most common reason for hospital admissions in children aged between 6 and 10 years – and that rates for children and young people living in the most deprived communities are nearly 3.5 times that of those living in the most affluent.
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tients, when they last tried to book an ap- “We have all seen the horror stories of people pointment. extracting their own teeth in desperation. The fact that the largest cause of hospital admisHealthwatch England has reported ‘horror sions among 6- to 10-year-olds is tooth decay stories’ of people forced to pull their own should be causing panic and urgent remedial teeth out, with 1 in 10 Brits claiming to have action among healthcare leaders, but we’re attempted their own dental work. Studies not seeing that level of urgency. show that untreated gum disease has links with increased risk of cardiovascular dis- “This rot comes from the top. Without the ease and stroke. right action at Government level, no local health services will be able to take all the Labour’s Ruth Milsom said: action we need. I hope this survey data will “I have commissioned this survey to gather show the Government exactly what changes as much information as possible about peo- we need to improve NHS Dentistry here in ple’s real experiences of accessing an NHS Sheffield.” dentist. The survey can be found here: https://havey-
If you elect me as your Labour MP, I’ll be proud to back this plan and I’ll work hard every day to make sure every community here in Penistone and Stocksbridge feels the benefit.
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AN APPEAL FOR SHEFFIELD TO RECLAIM ITS HISTORICAL FOOTBALL CODE A ‘football historian’ who has recently graduated from De Montfort University is proposing a ‘shake-up’ to the modern game of football, with ‘Sheffield’s’ original version of the game to be revived. Lucy Fitch explained “ The game is like a strange mix of Rugby and Association Football, the game existed for 2 decades from 1857-1877 before being discarded for the association game. I wanted to reach out to the people of Sheffield to try to get something off the ground.” The 24 year-old hopes the original game can be revived with a special ‘Test Match’ to take place between two Sheffield Teams. The following is written by Lucy Fitch I have heard it said that Sheffield is the historic home of the beautiful game of Association Football. While there is no doubt that the city of Steel boasts two professional football league clubs, Wednesday and United, who trace back their foundation to 1867 and 1889, respectively, perhaps – given the seasons the two clubs have had so far – it may be time for a change. When asked which association football club is the oldest, it would be right to say that Sheffield holds that distinction, with Sheffield Football Club being founded in October 1857, but the history of both the club and the local footballing culture of Sheffield is certainly a lot more interesting than the disillusioned monolith that is presentday football.
In the 1860s and 1870s, the Sheffield code found its place in history by becoming the first code to have its own Challenge Cup competition, with Thomas Youdan in 1867 providing a trophy which 12 clubs competed for. The next year, Oliver Cromwell provided a trophy in which four clubs competed for. The Cromwell Cup was won by Wednesday. All this history is well and good, but what am I trying to propose? I propose that, alongside its attempt to become a first-rate football club, Sheffield and its residents should reclaim its unique historical code, to make it stand out from the rest of the world. In order to achieve this lofty aim, I propose that the following steps be taken: 1) That a group of interested individuals come together to discuss which version of the Sheffield Rules code should be sought to be adopted. 2) Should enough interest be displayed, that a committee or council should be formed to formally organise the codes rebirth. 3) That copies of the agreed upon rules be distributed to the principle clubs of the Sheffield & Hallamshire FA, both modern and historical, inviting them to play a test-match to try out the rules. 4) That some makeshift equipment (namely posts, rouge flags, and a ball) be acquired for the above-mentioned test match. Anyone interested in forming a committee with the view to organising a ‘Test Match’ please contact Lucy lafitch21@gmail.com
Thomas Youdan (top hat, always centre stage) shortly after his Surrey Street Theatre had burnt down in 1865. Photo: www.playingpasts.co.uk
RECORD BREAKERS On a great spring day for running, five runners represented Stocksbridge Running Club at the Wombwell 5. It is a nice local 5 mile road race starting on a go kart track before taking to the roads with a good hill to test the legs! The rest of the race had a welcome downhill feel to it. Runners of every level were supported by friendly marshals and it finished with a final lap of the track. Thank you to Molly Hayes and Sarah Hayes who were there to cheer us all over the line.
There were some great times with club records broken by Charlotte Carr for overall female in her first race for the club, Jolene Allen for F40, Richard John Hayes for overall male and M40 and David Napier for M50. They are some high targets to beat next year! Also in action was Narni Fulford, running the Bingley Bo**ocks 10km and finishing in impressive 2nd female place with a new PB. However, the biggest news of the day was over in Seville Spain where two runners flew the
flag for the club and for the town. Rachel Vernon and new member Garry Harding ran the Seville Marathon. With Rachel Vernon running the fastest marathon time by anyone in the club since it was formed. Smashing her PB and setting a female and F35 record in 3:39.47. Then Garry Harding set a men’s and M45 record in 3:40.46. If that was not enough for this week, three runners raced at the Barnsley AC winter track series on Wednesday. Victoria Patterson set the club female track mile record, Molly Hayes set the club female 800m track record and Richard John Hayes completed the record setting with the male mile and 800m. The club has regular runs on a Monday and Thursday evening. To find out more and to join the club visit our website stocksbridgerc. co.uk.
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22nd February 2024 www.looklocal.org.uk
KEIGHTLEY SCORES FOUR IN BIG WIN Team entertained second in the league Bradford-based side Campion.
Church started the game slowly and went one down early on in the game when everybody switched off, thinking that there had been a foul on James Stafford allowing Campion striker Nathan Cartman to curl one in from twenty-five yards out. After that the lads rallied and their attitude and desire to get back into the game was fantastic. After applying some pressure Church were awarded a penalty when Lennon O’Grady was brought down by keeper Brad Emmerson. Nathan Keightly equalised from the spot kick with a shot to the top corner.
Penistone Church 5-2 Campion It was a good Saturday for Penistone Church with both senior teams winning their games Church Reserves consolidated their place at the top of the EV Sportswear County Senior Premier Division with a two-nil away win at Houghton Main, youngster Alfie Broughton and veteran Jack Moore notching up the goals and securing the points. The day’s main event was in the Toolstation NCEL Premier Division when Church First
Then on forty minutes Nathan was headed through on goal by James Stafford to score his second of the game and Church took the lead. Church then conceded another poor goal when they didn’t win the first ball from a set piece, it dropped to the Campion player in the six yard box and he put it away to make it two-two at half time. The second half started with Church again coming under pressure but they reacted in the best possible way when Nathan scored his third goal of the afternoon seven minutes into the half The heavy rain that came down as the game progressed didn’t deter Church as Josh
Brown, took on the keeper in a one-on-one situation, calmly slotting the ball home to take it to four. The icing on the cake came when late on Nathan went on to score and Church’s fifth and his fourth goal of the afternoon to make it a comprehensive five-two victory. Co-manager John Whitehead “I don’t think you can single anyone out for having a poor game today, the work rate they showed was absolutely fantastic, Chris Snaith has pulled off some great saves, Eddie Newsome’s energy has allowed us to get up the pitch and get some balls into the box. It was Jordan Coduri’s 250th appearance, he was defensively outstanding. Danny Howes has put in a superb captain’s performance. Lennon O’Grady has run his blood to water and was unlucky not to get on the score sheet. James Stafford and Ryan Johnson have been solid at the back and in the second half neither of them have missed a header.” Saturday 24th February 2024 Toolstation NCEL Premier Division Tadcaster Albion v Penistone Church Kick off 3-00 pm Wednesday 28th February 2024 Sheffield Senior Cup Semi-Final Penistone Church v Stocksbridge Park Steels Kick off 7-45 pm
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With their pitches still unplayable due to the recent weather, the students of Leeds Medics and Dentists sportingly agreed to reverse the fixture and travelled to the Coal Pit Lane to ensure both sides enjoyed a much-needed run out at the weekend. The visitors charity didn’t extend to the match itself as they just edged the result by 24pts- to 19pts, with their winning score coming in highly controversial circumstances. There was a minute's silence before the game in memory of former club official, Mr Granville Brailsford who sadly passed away recently. Head Coach, Andy Lawrence gave debuts to two more promising young guns off the Colts conveyer belt, with Fin Dodsworth and Tim Dutton, and both showed up well. The youthful visitors started brightly against Globe Holidays sponsored Stocksbridge Rugby and soon crossed the whitewash with a sweeping long-range try. The home side, however, roared back downfield and a line-out win by Reece ‘diesel’ Aspin, lead to a forwards rumble and Jack ‘milky’ Martin, was ‘jonny on the spot’ to bundle over from close range to draw the home side level. Young Jack Leary failing with the conversion attempt. The game was held up for a short while as a visiting player felt the full weight of a mon-
ster Liam O’ Leary shot and was forced off the field and eventually required hospital treatment. The visitors wrestled the lead back with a converted interception try, but Stocksbridge were level on the stroke of half time as young flyer Harrison Norman, danced through the visitors defence for a super score, and that man Adam Frith, coolly slotted the conversion to draw the half to a close with the score : Stocksbridge Rugby 12 pts – Leeds Medics and Dentists 12 pts. All to play for in the 2nd half. The students, though lacking in bulk, offered great technique, particularly in the tackle and ‘clock tower’ Beal along with the burly Gary Woodcock were both halted in their tracks with some stubborn defence. The visitor's superior fitness and athleticism began to take its toll on a tiring home side, and they snatched the lead with a wellworked blind side shift from an attacking scrum. Then the moment of controversy, that turned the match, with the visiting No 11, crossing the tryline, but clearly dropping the ball in the act of scoring, missed by an otherwise very efficient official. As the conversion sailed over the try scorer was seen looking a little embarrassed. Stocksbridge was not finished at all, and spent the remaining 20 minutes of the match camped in their opponents red zone as they searched for a score of their own. The for-
wards worked hard with O’Leary, Aspin and both young Martins carrying well, they missed a couple of opportunities when the ball should have been shifted however, the call was to stay tight and work through the dominant forward pack. Stocksbridge were rewarded when ‘slammin’ Sam Whitaker bundled over from close range from a quick tap penalty for a bonus point score, close enough for skipper Frith to convert. The result leaves Stocksbridge Rugby at the wrong end of the Counties 4 Yorkshire (phase 2) South league table, although Head Coach Lawrence was pleased with the effort and endeavour of his young charges, as he said ‘ We’re not playing badly at all, and the young guys are handling the step up really well’, adding. ‘each week we are improving and learning, and we will improve’. This weeks Uniblock Man of the Match award was presented to Jack ‘milky’ Martin for a hard working performance, many carries and of course, the try. Stocksbridge are off to the East Coast next week to take on Hessle RUFC in a rearranged game in the shadow of the Humber Bridge, this fixture will then be reversed as Hessle will be the next visitors to the Coal Pit Lane arena on Sat 2nd March, with a kick off time of 3pm. Off the field the Club has confirmed the departure of Bar Manager, Lucie Loxley after 3 years in the role. ‘We would like to thank her for her efforts and hard work whilst in post and wish her well for the future’ said Chairman, Mr Phil ‘donk’ Watts.
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STEELS SEE OFF BOTTOM CLUB Steels 2-1 Winterton Report by: Adam Allcroft Photo by: Myra Little Stocksbridge Park Steels got a very important three points after beating relegation rivals Winterton Rangers 2-1. Both teams had big chances to take the lead early on in the game. An early cross from Jack Watson was met well in the box by Luke Rawson, but his header was right at the goalkeeper Nathan Popple. At the other end, Bailey Adamson was free in the box for a volley but he miscued it and it went high and over. Another chance would fall to Stocksbridge and this time it would be taken. Tomas Poole slipped a ball past the Winterton defence and Watson outpaced his defender to burst clear in the box and then he simply finished into the bottom corner to give the Steels the lead. The game would slowly tilt in Winterton’s favour, with Harry Garman having to make a good save to prevent a free kick from Owen Vincent from going in. But they would get an equaliser before the end of the half, with
Stocksbridge never really ending an attack with their clearances constantly going into the Winterton midfield. This final ball though was the killer and Lee Ridley was able to head it in. Stocksbridge were much improved in the second half as they looked to up the pace. After getting close a few times, it finally worked and the Steels would have the lead again. Poole’s corner was perfect and Ross Goodwin headed it in from close range to put Stocksbridge ahead. The Steels looked more likely to score the next goal as well. Jack Dolman was causing plenty of problems, first he burst into the box before curling his shot just over the bar. The better chance would come later when the ball fell to him in the six-yard box but he overplayed things before firing a shot that would be well blocked. Despite not doubling the lead, Stocksbridge would get a crucial three points. Next Home Game: Saturday 24 Feb vs Belper Town, 3pm KO.
Junior Cricketers Legion enjoy Penistone take on the Wombwell 5 big win
Legion 5-1 Southey Chapeltown RBL started the season with a 5-1 win over Southey Social, but had to come from behind to win. After an even start, Ryan Keeney headed Southey in front at the back post from a corner. Legion made an early double change and quickly equalised when Niall Smith beat his man and pulled back for Mitch Savage to slam home from the penalty spot after 30 mins. Stocksbridge Junior Cricket are still on the lookout for new additions. The thriving juniors are primarily in need of 2 or 3 recruits for u13s and u15s sides, but all ages are welcome. It's a fantastic time to join our club, after a hugely successful season last year. As well as celebrating league titles and reaching Cup finals, the juniors also celebrated two players being selected for Yorkshire representative squads. Both Oliver Perry and Cordelia Hibbert, pictured, are currently on the Yorkshire Performance Pathway. Coach, Steve Perry told Look Local “This is a fantastic achieve-
ment that doesn't come around very often, demonstrating just how well our junior section is doing at the minute. It's also a great testament to our team of dedicated junior coaches for the hours and hours of work they put in.
Man of the Match Smith then set up Morgan Cowell who controlled in the area and found the bottom corner on 40 minutes.
A minute later Jay Carter made it 3-1 after a mix up As well as Oliver and Cordelia, at the back allowed him to there are quite a few other juniors take it around the keeper and hoping to follow in their foot- score in to an empty net. steps, so the future is very bright. Following a good move Josh Training for u13s and u15s is Ball did well down the right 8.15 - 9.15 pm every Tuesday at and squared for Smith to Stocksbridge High School! score a goal of his own, and If this is of interest to you then the scoring was complete late please call Steve on 07721 842 on with the unselfish Ball again doing well before Joe 529 Moorhouse squeezed the ball in under the Southey keeper. Photo - Niall Smith
In a sellout field at the Wombwell 5, 14 Penistone runners got round the five mile course. Andrew Pearson was first back for Penistone in 30-13, which gained him first place in the V55 category and 26th overall. Bill Phillips and Keith Gordon were first and second in the V75 category in times of 40-08 and 41-06 respectively, with the former setting a new V75 club record over five miles. In the weekend’s Parkruns, there were second places for George Parr and Suzanne McGill at Penistone, where Lesley Parker also completed her 50th Parkrun. Dawn Broom topped the age-grade table with 87.08%, with Julia Johnson just behind at 86.16%.
At Barnsley Junior Parkrun, Matilda Cottam set a new PB of 14:55. Wombwell 5 26, Andrew Pearson 30-10; 45, Gareth Irvine 31-23; 115, Simon Pike 34-49; 150, Robert Davies 36-44; 187, Pete Beever 38-41; 200, Ian McNulty 39-20; 214, Bill Phillips 40-08; 227, Keith Gordon 41-06; 247, Stuart Smith 41-55; 269, Carl Matthewman 43-25; 314, Sarah Halstead 45-43; 375, Gemma Nutton 49-39; 381, Barbara Haigh 50-24; 430, Steve Dommett 56-25.
Valley Hill Runners
Valley Hill Runners Sheffield sent a team out to Wombwell 5 miler this Sunday. Five miles running round Wombwell finishing on the go kart track. One very big hill nearthe start snape hill is not for the faint hearted but all the team ploughed on regardless. First VHR male was Jonny Briggs first woman was Wendy Richardson great running by all and the weather was glorious. Pictured: Jonny Briggs. Ash Molloy. Wednesday Adams. Sarah Turton. Beth Morley. Zoe Bradshaw. Joanna Myers. Hayley Rodgers.
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