High Green’s New Scout Hut
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e celebrations included a series of lms about the Group's journey of securing the grant and building the HQ. Including a time-lapse made to capture the building work, and a drone tour lm to give everyone a bird’s eye view of the fantastic new space.
e new HQ, over two oors, is laid out so the group can run parallel sessions, hosting di erent groups at the same time. e building includes accessible toilets and bathrooms, and a modern kitchen, ideal for the Scouts' badge work. e build also includes an outside space to help young people hone their outdoor skills, and young people have already started work by planting owers and installing a bug hotel.
ere’s plenty of indoor storage space too, which can house all the Scouts' camping and activity equipment.
Tom Hague, Assistant Group Scout Leader and Project Lead beamed
“Building our fantastic new Scout HQ has been a rollercoasting journey, with a few little challenges along the way! When we dared to dream about our new home, we never imagined it would be this brilliant! e Youth Investment Fund has transformed our HQ and vitally means we can now welcome even more young people. It’s accessible and sustainable and something we can all be very proud of. And we are thrilled that Scouting Ambassador Dwayne Fields is joining us to celebrate our amazing new HQ. at really is the icing on the cake!”
'105th She eld Scout Group was awarded a Pre-Construction Grant of £52,000 to help them fast-track securing a large capital grant. eir 60-year-old timber frame scout building was falling apart; it had no insulation was very expensive to heat and insure. e Scout Group is very popular, and there’s a long waiting list. eir small and dilapidated building meant they couldn’t support
all the young people who are eager to join. ey had previously struggled to secure enough funding to make a real di erence to their run-down building.
eir Pre-Construction Grant enabled them to secure a full Youth Investment Fund grant of over £1.8 million. It would have been challenging for the Scout group to make the leap without start-up funding.
Having more space means they can grow the number of 11–18-yearolds using Scout headquarters from 69 to a potential 267, by increasing their Scout and Explorer Scout section sizes and through other local youth organisations who will use their new space. is will be in addition to another 70 young people aged 4-11 years in younger Scouting sections (Squirrels, Beavers, and Cubs). It’s also a space that can bene t other community users, such as band practice space, theatre groups, functions, parties, and other local clubs and charities.
Steelworker retires after 50 years
A Steelworker at the Liberty Steel Stocksbridge Billet Mill, has retired this week after an incredible 50 years of service.
Gary Harrison joined the steelworks straight after school when he was 16. He found his niche as a crane driver, a role he’s held for his entire career with dedication. Gary can drive any crane at the LIBERTY Stocksbridge site, which is a real challenge for many professionals.
“The best part of the job for me? The people and having a good laugh with workmates,” Gary says. “I’ve been fortunate to work with some fantastic people over the years, truly bright and talented individuals. They’re full of ideas on how to make this place better and more efficient.”
On retirement, Gary is planning to spend more time with his family and his grandchildren. “But my heart will always remain with Stocksbridge. It’s been an honour to serve this industry for five decades,” admits Gary.
A spokesperson for Liberty Steel said “Gary’s dedication and expertise are an inspiration to us all. We wish you a joyful and happy retirement.”
ROAD CLOSED AFTER ACCIDENT
The ‘Main Road’ between Stocksbridge and Wharncliffe Side was closed for over an hour after an accident forced emergency services to close traffic both ways whilst it dealt with the incident.
At 3.01pm on Monday 29 July, Police were called by the ambulance service to reports of a road traffic accident on Main Road, between the junctions with Brightholmlee Lane and More Hall Lane.
A 20-year-old man riding a red Honda motorcycle came off his motorcycle. He was taken to hospital to be treated for his injuries and the road section was closed until 4.27pm.
Bonjour Paris - duo raise £5k
It’s Bonjour Paris for cycling friends Will Gaunt and Peter Lindley as they reach the end of a £5,000 fundraising challenge in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower!
The pair set off on their epic bike ride in support of St Luke’s Hospice on Bastille Day, July 14.
Will, who is 26 and lives in High Green, and 25-year-old Peter, of Burncross, are experienced St Luke’s fundraisers – their first bike ride, back in 2021 raised more than £5,000, taking them from Sheffield to Cornwall in memory of Will’s grandad Ken Gaunt, and Jack’s aunt Susan Birds, both of whom were hospice patients.
This year’s 500-mile challenge took seven days to complete, setting off from Sheffield and passing through Leicester, Luton and Rochester, through the Channel Tunnel with Eurostar and then from Calais to Amiens, Mours and on to Paris.
And by the time they arrived in the French capital, the pair had raised an incredible £5,000 for St Luke’s patient care.
“Everything went according to plan, we didn’t have any major obstacles and even through Google Maps did send us the wrong way a couple of times, we completed the challenge on schedule and didn’t even have any punctures,” said Will.
“The weather was okay through the English leg of the route but once we got over to France it was very warm and there was one day when we did 82 miles that felt like the hardest ride we have ever done.
“We really pleased with all the money we’ve raised – we originally thought a realistic target would be £2,000 but the figure just kept going up and up – we couldn’t believe it.
“All expenses have been covered by ourselves so every penny made is going straight to St Luke’s.
“It was well worth the effort and it was a great experience to look back on when we’re older.”
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BIN STRIKE
Sheffield waste and recycling collections update.
Waste and recycling collections in Sheffield are expected to face temporary disruption next week due to planned industrial action between 29 July - 2 August.
Residents should put their black, blue and brown bins out before 7am on their scheduled collection day and leave them out until they have been emptied. Crews are working additional hours, including over the weekend to empty bins as soon as they can.
All green bin (garden waste) collections have been suspended between 29 July - 11 August to prioritise the collection of all other waste and recycling bins. To compensate, there will be an extra
garden waste bin collection added to the end of the service in November.
Clinical waste collections will not be affected.
For up-to-date information and service alerts about recycling and waste collections, visit www.sheffield.veolia. co.uk/service-alerts or follow @Recycle4Shef on X (formally Twitter)
All Household Waste Recycling Centres are unaffected and open as usual. Find information about your local centre at www.sheffield.veolia. co.uk/HWRC
Fundraisers Smash Target
Sheffield-based personal performance coach Deborah Cundy and business owner Richard Hepworth have once again surpassed their fundraising goal for the Weston Park Cancer Charity with their annual Purple Pirate Bear Hospital Bed Push and Treasure Hunt.
This marks the third and final year of the event, and organisers have expressed their profound gratitude to the individuals and businesses who have rallied to support them over the years.
Despite the challenges posed by the cost of living crisis this year, the event received overwhelming support and
generosity from the community. Cundy and Hepworth have extended a special thanks to the local Cooperative branches in Stocksbridge and Oughtibridge for their invaluable support.
This year's efforts raised a cheque of £3,600, bringing the total donations to Weston Park Cancer Charity over the three-year period to an impressive £15,000.
"We are incredibly grateful to everyone who stepped up to support us," said Cundy. "Thank you for making a positive difference to cancer patients and their families."
CRICKET CLUB TRIUMPHS IN LEAGUE WITH NEWLY FORMED GIRLS' TEAM
Green Moor Cricket Club is celebrating a landmark victory after their newly formed girls' team clinched the West Yorkshire league title. This impressive achievement marks a significant milestone in the club’s commitment to promoting girls' cricket at the grassroots level.
Last season, Green Moor fielded a mixed under-15s team, with an even split of boys and girls. However, competing against predominantly male teams, many of whom were notably taller and more powerful, posed considerable challenges. Recognising the need for a more equitable playing field, the girls expressed a desire to play in a single-gender team. Determined to ensure the girls could continue enjoying the sport, the club made the decision to establish an under-15s girls' hardball team.
Assembling a full squad of girls proved to be a daunting task. The club reached out to local teams and relied on the enthusiasm of their players, who invited friends and acquaintances to give cricket a try. Despite the challenges posed by limited training time and adverse weather conditions, the team persevered. Remarkably, some of the girls experienced their
first-ever match during the opening game of the season.
The team’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Demonstrating remarkable teamwork and resilience, the girls supported and motivated each other throughout the season. Their collective effort paid off as they triumphed over more established teams to secure the league title.
Green Moor Cricket Club remains dedicated to fostering a supportive and enjoyable environment for girls to play cricket. They hope this victory will inspire more girls to join the sport and are keen to raise awareness about their initiatives.
"We are immensely proud of our girls' team and their extraordinary accomplishment," said a club spokesperson. "Any publicity that can help us spread the word about the opportunities we provide for girls in cricket would be greatly appreciated."
For more information or to support Green Moor Cricket Club’s efforts in promoting girls' cricket, please contact the club directly.
NHS CALLS NATIONAL BLOOD SHORTAGE AMBER ALERT
A perfect storm of increased demand of O type blood from hospitals following the recent cyber attack which has impacted London hospitals and reduced collections due to high levels of unfilled appointments at donor centres in town and city centres including Sheffield, has caused stocks of blood to drop to unprecedentedly low levels.
NHS Blood and Transplant has written to hospitals today to issue an “Amber Alert” asking them to restrict the use of O type blood to essential cases and use substitutions where clinically safe to do so. O negative and O positive donors are asked to urgently book and fill appointments at donor centres.
Today, national stocks of O Negative are 1.6 days and overall national stocks of blood across all types is 4.3 days. On average, there are around 50,000 appointments to fill each week. There are over 12,000 appointments still to fill in donor centres across England over the next two weeks including 342 at Sheffield Donor Centre.
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MAYOR SETS OUT PLANS WITH TRANSPORT SECRETARY
Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh MP, rounded off her third full week in the role by meeting with South Yorkshire’s Mayor, Oliver Coppard, at Meadowhall Interchange to discuss exciting plans to integrate and expand South Yorkshire’s public transport network.
As Shadow Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh, supported the Mayor’s decision to bring Supertram back into public control in March, after 27 years.
Plans for extensions to the Supertram network are now being developed ahead of initial public consultation in 2025. This year, the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is investing around £5m to future proof and extend the lifespan of the tram network.
Taking Supertram back into public control was a first step towards the creation of an integrated public transport system across South Yorkshire which connects buses, Supertram and active travel. The process to reform buses in South Yorkshire is progressing at pace and the Mayor has committed to start rolling out the region’s integrated transport network, which will connect all communities to opportunity, by 2028.
The Mayor also updated the Transport Secretary on progress made to re-open Doncaster / Sheffield Airport and develop a Sustainable Aviation Hub at the site.
In last week’s King’s Speech, the Government unveiled its legislative agenda which included plans to give Mayors and Combined Authorities greater powers, bring rail ser-
vices into public ownership and allow more local leaders to control bus services.
Oliver Coppard, South Yorkshire’s Mayor, said: “Lou Haigh is someone who understands the transport challenges facing South Yorkshire. Under her leadership, the Department of Transport has hit the ground running, setting out bold plans to bring rail services into public control and give communities across the country greater control over bus services.
“I am committed to radically improving our public transport network; because ultimately if we want people to stay near and go far in South Yorkshire, we need to connect communities to opportunity. I know that with Lou Haigh as Transport Secretary we have a partner in government who shares and understands these ambitions.
“I look forward to working with Lou and the government to create a world class, fully integrated public transport system connecting our buses, trams, trains, and active travel routes here that will form the bedrock of the bigger and better economy we’re creating in South Yorkshire."
Transport Secretary Louise Haigh said: “Across the country we’re committed to improving transport for everyone, no matter how they choose to travel.
“I used to commute to Meadowhall every day for work so know the importance of good connectivity in this area. Now as Transport Secretary, I’m delighted that South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority are on board with our vision for integrated transport.”
AUGUST
SATURDAY
3 Co ee Morning Saturday 3rd August 10- 11.30 am Zion Church Hall Langsett Road South Oughtibridge Everyone Welcome
MONDAY
5 Brad eld Historical Society - Packhorse Transport - An E cient but Long Forgotten Industry, a talk by Melanie Fitzgerald, Village Hall, Low Brad eld, 2337463, brad eld. history@mypostoffice.co.uk, 7.30pm
Park Steels announce new shirt sponsor
Stocksbridge Park Steels are pleased to announce that they have a new rst team shirt sponsor. She eld-based Gra X has agreed to a two-year contract to become the new front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 seasons.
Lee Roome, Co-Director of GraX, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, "We are delighted to o er this commitment to Stocksbridge Park Steels, and look forward to a very healthy and long-lasting partnership together."
WEDNESDAY
7 Brad eld Walkers are Welcome - Local History Morning Round Walk around Stannington led by Malcolm Nunn, start 10.30am from Stannington Church Gates, return around 1pm. FREE but donations welcome. 2337463. brad eld.history@ myposto ce.co.uk or www. brad eld-walkers.org.uk
7 August Stocksbridge & District WI are meeting at Christchurch Community Hall, Manchester Rd Stocksbridge at 7.15pm for 7.30pm start, when we will be having a fun games night and of course cake. Visitors are always welcome £5, Further details on 07939941818
THURSDAY
8 Chapeltown WI hold their Summer Social evening at 7.30pm in Chapeltown Methodist Church. The competi-
tion is for a Sun Hat. Visitors and new members are always welcome.
8 Stocksbridge & District History Society Meeting, Christ Church Hall. 7PM - Speaker, Mike Higginbottom - ‘Yorkshire’s Seaside Heritage’. Everyone welcome.
WEDNESDAY
14 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 14th August at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Mike Ogden, `Pioneers in Travel by Flying Boat`. 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
15 TARA’s Family Cannon Hall trip. Coach leaving Stocksbridge and Wharncli e Side . Book your places by the end of the week 07957 206646 or tarastocksbridge.ud@gmail. com
SATURDAY
17, The Stocksbridge Christian Centre hosts a Summer Fayre, 10 am to 1 pm. Books & Jigsaws, Crafts, Plants stalls. Cakes, Hot Butties and Chips, Jam and Cream Scones as well as a Tombola. Ceder Road.
SUNDAY
25 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Commoners MuckIn morning- One of a number of extra sessions this summer where we will probably work on what we call the Bilberry Pug area, pulling up bracken. We had this cleared of birch scrub a couple of years ago and need to keep on top of it. Everyone is welcome ... come for as long or as little as you like. Meet 10:00 in the Long Lane car park. We have tools, please bring good gloves if you have some. www.walc. epizy.com
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 Badminton, 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.
is collaboration marks a signi cant step forward for Stocksbridge Park Steels, ensuring a strong partnership with a local business that shares their values and vision. e club are condent that this sponsorship will bring mutual bene ts and help elevate the team’s presence both on and o the eld.
Stocksbridge kick o their season campaign on Saturday the 3rd of August as they prepare to take on Prestwich Heys in the FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round, kicking o at 3pm. is will give the fans a close up look at the new sponsor and for the team to kick o their campaign with an all important win and place in the next round of e FA Cup.
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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
Every Tuesday - Thorncli e Bowling Club invites you to their Over 50s afternoon starting at 1:45pm. Bowls and coaching are available. At Thorncli e Bowling Club, o Mortomley Close, High Green.
Tuesday at 1.30pm Stocksbridge Bowls Club will hold an open crown green bowls
sessions at the green behind the tennis courts on Linde Crescent. Experienced bowlers are on hand to help you enjoy this friendly sport. Refreshments are available.
WEDNESDAYS
Everyone is welcome at the Tea and Chat group - 1:003:00pm every Wednesday afternoon 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.
FRIDAYS
Stocksbridge Community Care Group’s Friday Drop In Service for elderly residents is once again being held weekly at The Venue, between 10am and 3pm. For a small charge visitors can enjoy a hot drink, company, games, talks and a light lunch. For further information contact Dave Owen on 0114 2864426.
SATURDAYS
Councillor Janet Ridler’s surgery is held on the 3rd Saturday of every month at Stocksbridge Library 10.00 –11.00. Call in for help, advice
or a chat. You can also contact me at janet.ridler@councillor. she eld.gov.uk or on 07468 701684.
Eppic Theatre Eccles eld is open again every Saturday morning from 10am until 12. Tea, co ee and biscuits are available.
Julie Grocutt’s monthly surgery the 1st Saturday of each month. 10 -11am Stocksbridge Library. Call in for help advice or a chat with your local City & Town Councillor. Alternatively email julie. groutt@councillor.sheffield. gov.ukv
Thorncli e Bowling Club invites you to our Shu es afternoon at 1:45pm. Bowls and coaching are available. At Thorncli e Bowling Club, o Mortomley Close, High Green. She eld Croquet Club. Looking to get some gentle exercise? Looking for pleasant sociable competition? Then why not come and play a game of croquet. Easy to pick up the basics. We meet at our lawn at Hillsborough bowling greens (next to the number 57 bus stop) every SATURDAY at 10.00am from April to October. Everyone welcome. Other times might be available by contacting: enquiries@she eldcroquetclub.uk
Peak District National Park is pioneering in the Race to Zero
e Peak District National Park is proud to announce it is joining other UK national parks to become the rst national parks in the world to sign up to the UNbacked Race to Zero pledge.
Race to Zero is a global campaign rallying organisations and individuals to take rigorous and immediate action to halve global emissions by 2030 and deliver a healthier, fairer, net zero world.
e Peak District, will join the pioneering initiative to reduce ‘greenhouse gas’ emissions from all national parks in the UK and contribute to the global e orts to halve the release of carbon dioxide by 2030 and become signicant carbon sinks by 2050. Nationally, across the 15 national parks, the transition will involve bringing more land, covering a total area four times the size of London (610,000 hectares), into nature-friendly management while also leading signi cant increases in the use of sustainable travel, renewable energy and sustainably-produced food.
A new report published today by Small World Consulting and led by world-leading carbon footprinting expert Mike Berners-Lee, details the current carbon footprint of the UK’s 15 National Parks landscapes and lays out an evidenced path to make the National Parks into net carbon sinks.
is means national parks transitioning from emitting around 11.5 million tonnes of harmful greenhouses gases per year – primarily from energy consumption, visitor travel and agriculture in 2022, to 'soaking up’ roughly 3.5 million tonnes instead by 2050 (absorbing around the same amount of carbon currently emitted by the city of Leeds per year.)
By supporting this path, the UK’s National Parks will actively drive towards net zero landscapes by around 2040, meeting the central ambition of the Race to Zero initiative (global net zero emissions by 2050) a decade ‘early’, and becoming signi cant sources of carbon capture a er that point.
Jane Catherine WAINWRIGHT (née Clegg)
Aged 85.
Died peacefully on 18th July 2024 at Northfield Care Home.
Wife of the late Albert.
Dearly loved Mother of Ruth and Helen. Mother-in-Law to Geoff and Paul, Grandma to Gregory and Ashley.
A private cremation followed by a service of thanksgiving to be held at St Mary’s Church, Bolsterstone on Thursday 22nd August 2024 at 2.00pm.
Donations in Jane’s memory to be shared by Alzheimer’s Society and St Mary’s Church, Bolsterstone.
Enquiries to TW Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road, Deepcar, S36 2RE 0114 2885555.
Freda CHARLESWORTH
Passed away suddenly on the 11th July Loving Wife to Rex Mother to Carol, Darrell & Mum in Law to Michelle.
Proud Grandmother to Lorna & Jackson.
A highly regarded member of Stocksbridge Bowling Club.
Funeral at St John’s Church, Deepcar on the 14th August at 12pm.
As Freda was a keen gardener floral tributes will be welcomed.
Enquiries to TW Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road, Deepcar, S36 2RE 0114 2885555.
Kathleen ADAM
Passed away aged 97 years
Much loved Wife of the late Alexander Adam. Mum to Iain and late Daughter Gillian.
Loved by Granddaughters Laura, Amy, Sam and Sarah and Great Granddaughters Annie and Lottie
Funeral to be held at Grenoside North Chapel 13th August at 10 am.
Donations in lieu of flowers will be gratefully received by St Luke’s Hospice
Enquiries to TW Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road, Deepcar, S36 2RE 0114 2885555.
Deaths
Kenneth WILSON
30.5.1935 - 16.7.2024
Passed away in the Northern General Hospital.
Funeral service to be held at Grenoside Crematorium, South Chapel on 12th August 2024 at 11.30am.
Donations in lieu of flowers to Stocksbridge Bowling Club c/o TW Birks, Deepcar.
Margaret Elizabeth LEONARD (Née Wilson)
11/1/1934 – 9/7/24 aged 90 years.
Peacefully at Alpine Lodge, loving Mum to Ian and Vivienne. Mum in Law to Sheridan and John, Sister, Aunt & Gran.
Service to be held on Monday 5th August at 2.30pm in Grenoside Crematorium, South Chapel.
Family flowers only please with donations if desired for Weston Park Cancer Charity.
Maureen HOBSON
Aged 89 years
Passed away peacefully in Alpine Lodge
Loving Wife to the late Derrick, dearly loved Mum and Sister.
Funeral to held at Grenoside Crematorium, South Chapel on 6th August at 3.30pm Donations in lieu of flowers will be gratefully received by British Heart Foundation.
Enquiries to TW Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road, Deepcar, S36 2RE 0114 2885555
Sheila FRENCH (Née Pickering)
30.10.52
Passed away on 15th July 2024. Wife of the late Neil. A loving Mother, Granny, Sister and Auntie. Cremation at Grenoside Crematorium on Tuesday 6th August at 12:00. Family flowers only please with donations for Barnsley Hospital.
Deaths Joyce WOOD (née Sedgwick)
Joyce passed away peacefully on the 14th July 2024 in Alpine Lodge, at the fabulous age of 91.
The much-loved Wife of the late Edwin Wood, much-loved Mum of Carole & Sharon, Father-In-Law of Les & Vic and Grandma of Daniel.
You will always live on in our hearts and minds.
Family and friends are invited to the funeral service at Grenoside Crematorium, North Chapel, 20th August 2024 at 11am.
Donations in-lieu of flowers to The Children’s Hospital Charity will be gratefully received.
Enquiries to T W Birks & Son Funeral Directors, Deepcar, S36 2RE Tel: 0114 2885555
They were married at Penistone church on 3 August 1964
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LOCAL FOOTBALL TEAM RISES THROUGH
Pomona FC, a historic football team in the Wragg League, has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. The Wragg League, established in 1892, boasts several local teams such as High Green, Thorncliffe, and Penistone Church. Pomona FC has now rejoined this group, following an undefeated league campaign and a promotion to the top tier of Sheffiled’s over-45 league.
Pomona FC's journey is one of resilience and revival. The club saw a successful period in the late 90’s and early ‘noughtie’s’, before the team took a ‘break’. 20 years on close friends Rob Wild, Scott Nicol, Jon wood, Simon Bonnett and a few other friends decided on a ‘Christmas night-out’ in Chapeltown to ‘re-incarnate’ the team.
The team was reborn as an over-45s side, rapidly climbing from the bottom of the league to Division 2 Champions in the 2023/24 season. Their unbeaten league run since December 2023 and an undefeated home record last season have established them as a formidable force. Despite a narrow defeat to Thorncliffe in a cup semi-final, Pomona FC's progress has been extraordinary.
The team stands out not only for their on-field success but also for their commitment to social causes. They are among the few local teams authorised to wear the Kick It Out badge, having met the organisation's criteria following a racist incident involving one of their players. Their stance against racism, which included taking the knee at the start of last season, garnered coverage in The Sheffield Star.
They also prioritise community and mental health. Players join not just to compete but to train and be part of a supportive group. Pomona FC plays at Jubilee Sports on Clay Wheels Lane, with sponsorship from Firehouse Fitness for their home kit, Cock Inn - Oughtibridge for their away kit, and Alton Cars for their training kit. Their social media presence can be followed via #pomonafc.
Pomona FC's future looks bright, with plans to expand the inaugural Oughtibridge War Memorial Vets vs Pomona FC Vets event and discussions for content collaboration with Steve Bracknell, famously known as Chris Maclure. The team's inclusion in one of Bracknell's sketches during the BBC Football Heaven season has already brought them into the spotlight.
With new signings, Pomona FC is looking forward to ‘life’ in the top flight next season. Their story of revival, community spirit, and sporting excellence is a testament to their dedication, friendship and passion for the game.
Eat, Treat & Moor at The Moor’s Food Event
Join The Moor Sheffield at Eat, Treat & Moor, a celebration of all thing’s food, drink, and entertainment for the whole family. Taking place on the 10th and 11th August from 10am to 4pm.
Feed your soul over this two-day event with over 30 stalls of delicious food and drink. Sample and purchase local and regional delights. Whether you’re in the mood for a sweet treat, a savoury snack, or a delectable drink, you can choose from the finest gins, jams, baked goods and morewhatever takes your fancy.
Expand your culinary skills with food demonstrations and tasting sessions from local chefs and businesses who are on hand to teach new recipes, cooking techniques and talk-through tastings. Feeling full? Soak up the sun and take in the buzzing atmosphere at the Beer Garden with live music and entertainment.
Children can partake in the Tasty Treats Treasure Hunt whereby a series of letter stickers will be hidden in the windows of various retailers along The Moor. Collect a trail map from the Eat, Treat & Moor gazebo - this will contain clues as to where each letter is hiding. Once children have found all the stickers, spelt out the mouth-watering mystery word, and returned their trail map to the gazebo, they will receive a prize.
Enter the raffle for your chance to win some fantastic prizes, while raising money for a special cause. All proceeds go to St Luke’s Hospice.
Lee Appleton, Centre Manager for The Moor said:
“We’re incredibly excited to be hosting this Eat, Treat & Moor food event on The Moor. The appeal
of food, drink and entertainment is sure to bring lots of people to Sheffield City Centre, and we look forward to seeing local families get involved with the various activities over the two days.”
The Moor will also be hosting a social media competition on Facebook and Instagram on the run up to the event. From the 29th July to the 8th August, be in with the chance of winning 1 of 3 fabulous prizes. Simply head to The Moor’s Facebook and/or Instagram page, like and comment on the post pinned to the top of the page to enter.
Confirmation of the live demonstrations, entertainment and stall holders will be revealed soon. Please see our website for more information www.moorsheffield.com
Pre-season cobwebs for over 45s
Ball Inn 6 - 1 Pomona FC
Not the result Pomona were hoping for and certainly not a scoreline we would have predicted in this 3rd friendly of the preseason schedule. Although Pomona travelled to Ball Inn with only 2 subs and an injured goalkeeper they looked bright early on and took the lead after only 2 minutes when a Liam Mynes pass over the top of the Ball Inn defence was latched onto by Simon Bonnett who finished into the bottom corner from just inside the area
The home side, growing into the game, took control of the midfield and levelled on 11 minutes. Pomona threatened to score again but it was the home side that took the lead on 35 mins to make it 2-1 going into the break.
Ball Inn took advantage of their substitutes and extended their lead further, minutes into the second half. Pomona’s tired leg-
gwere taking their toll as Ball Inn added a 4th and a 5th just after the hour mark.
Pomona still managed to play some good football in between and squandered 3 good second half chances to get back into the game but it was Ball Inn that made it 6-1 just before the final whistle.
So it’s a mixed bag of results so far this preseason for Pomona in July which started with a 2-0 win against Dronfield, a 2-2 draw with West End Terriers and now a 6-1 loss to Ball Inn but lots of positives to take into Augusts preseason schedule which starts on the 3rd at home against mixed age side Real Ale Madrid, on 10th August it’s a rearranged fixture away at Phoenix FC.
On the 17th it’s back to the Jubilee for a real test against Sheffield FC followed by a home game against Penistone Church and then away at Thorncliffe Villa on 24th and 31st of August respectively.
Valley Hill calls for volunteers
Park runs can only run with the help of volunteers and concord parkrun had a few more than usual this week as Hillsborough park run is off for a few weeks due to Tramlines. There is nothing better than starting
your Saturday morning at one of your local park runs everyone welcomes either running or being a hi vis hero Valley Hill Runners never miss concord.
Chapeltown impress
AFC Phoenix 0-4 Chapeltown RBL
RBL won a third pre season friendly away to Central Midlands League side AFC Phoenix.
With the majority of the usual side unavailable the team put in an impressive performance.
In form Luis Afonso-Ferreira opened the scoring after 17 minutes following a Joe Long through ball.
Debutant Kenny Tafireyi then made it 2-0 when he headed home from a Niall Smith corner.
The third came when Brandon Whitfield played Joe Moorhouse through for a composed finish. And it was 4-0 just before half time when Tafireyi found Whitfield who calmly slotted home.
Jimmy Brown saw an effort well saved, and thought he had made it 5-0 only to judged offside late on, and goalkeeper Lewis Fox (pictured) made an outstanding stop to earn his third clean sheet running.
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Simon Completes Holme Moss Fell Race
Holme Moss Fell Race
Five Penistone runners made the short journey to Holm rth to take part in 17.8 mile fell race – one of the toughest in the area involving over 4000 of ascent.
First back for the club was Tom Fryers in 27th place with a time of 3:55:20, whilst clubmate Chris Hodgson was 3rd in the v50 category with a time of 4:07:27.
Also taking part was Simon Pike, who has recently begun his 15-part fundraising challenge in aid of Breast Cancer Now, which will culminate with four marathons in seven weeks next year. Simon put in a strong e ort to nish in a time of 4:36:37 a er completing a triathlon one week prior.
Big Stone Fell Race
George Parr competed in the Big Stone fell race on ursday evening, a short but tough course with 1200 of ascent in just under four miles. He competed well to come home in second place in 30-58, just one second ahead of third.
Parkrun
Successes at the latest Parkrun events came for Flynn Rogers who was rst at his last appearance at Barnsley Juniors and Graihagh Turner who was rst female at Penistone, whilst there were second places for Rob Lees at Ameger Faelland in Denmark and George Parr at Penistone.
In the age-graded rankings, Dawn Broom put in an impressive performance with 85.16%.
Meanwhile, Julia Johnson hit 81.28% and Graihagh Turner reached 79.97%.
Results
Holme Moss Fell Race
27, Tom Fryers 3:55:20; 42, Damian Kilpin 4:06:01; 45, Chris Hodgson 4:07:27; 66, Simon Pike 4:36:37; 91, Sarah Walch 5:06:39.
Big Stone Fell Race
2, George Parr 30-58.
Penistone Parkrun
2, George Parr 17-30; 3, Andrew Heppenstall 18-00; 6, Graihagh Turner 19-23; 8, Dan Rushforth 19-39; 10, Alex Melhuish 20-15; 31, Simon Lovidge 22-24; 34, Michael Walsh 22-49; 42, Lois Lopez 23-31; 58, Edward Holley 24-23; 59, Mark Graham 24-25; 61, Hannah Shaw 24-47; 75, Dan Cooper 25-14; 81, Helen Turner 25-28; 88, Nick Pepper 26-41; 94, Kate Rushforth 27-21; 100, Carl Matthewmam 27-44; 111, Onnee Turner 28-43; 117, Emma Canetti 28-54; 126, Heath Ramsden 29-29; 150, Nell Law 31-06; 161, Danny Batty 32-11; 169, Myfanwy Cross 32-51; 179, Pete Stanley 34-01; 187, Ruth Albaya Melhuish 35-30; 200, Dianne McGuinness 38-51; 215, Simon Pike 56:33 (tail walker).
Barnsley Parkrun
38, Alan Knox 24-46; 58, Stu Smith 26-20. Barnsley Juniors
1, Flynn Rogers 7-20.
TIGERS TAKE BONUS POINT
Kings Lynn 51-39 Sheffield Tigers
SHEFFIELD added another league point to their tally despite losing 51-39 at King’s Lynn.
e Tru7 Group Tigers claimed the aggregate point with a 97-83 success in their ROWE Motor Oil Premiership R1 tie, but unfortunately, it was another road trip which got away from the champions.
A er a 3-3 in the opener, King’s Lynn managed a 5-1 in Heat
Two before She eld guest Ryan Douglas lead another shared race in Heat ree.
But the Tigers then conceded back-to-back heat advantages which saw them trailing by ten. Chris Holder and Douglas came out and won the next two races, but with no support from their partners, they were unable to close the gap.
e hosts delivered a 4-2 in Heat
Eight to extend their lead to 12 before Tactical Substitute Douglas and Chris Holder banged in a 5-1 in the ninth.
But the hosts hit straight back with a maximum of their own with the Tigers’ joy short-lived.
Jack Holder led a 4-2 with Kyle Howarth in Heat 11 to take his rst race win of the night - but again the Stars responded with an identical scoreline the very next race.
e Holder brothers combined for a 5-1 in Heat 13 to keep their hopes alive, but the hosts again replied and sealed the win with a race to spare.
She eld are back in action this ursday (August 1, 7.30pm) when they host Leicester at Owlerton.
KING’S LYNN 51: Richard Lawson 12, Jan Kvech 11+1, NielsKristian Iversen 9+3, Luke Becker 7+2, Patryk Wojdylo 7+1, Anders Rowe 5+1, Benjamin Basso R/R.
SHEFFIELD 39: Chris Holder 13+1, Ryan Douglas 9, Jack Holder 6+2, Kyle Howarth 6, Josh Pickering 2, Jason Edwards 2, Dan Gilkes 1.
She eld win the aggregate point 97-83.
CHURCH BLOWN AWAY IN FIRST GAME
NCEL Premier Division
Golcar United 4-1 Penistone Church
It was the first game of the new season and whatever could go wrong, seemed to go wrong for Church on Friday night at Golcar.
Several players were unavailable for selection due to injury and family holidays. Keeper Harry Ambler was sent off for retaliation, conceding a penalty in the process, full back Carlton Townell was sin-binned during the same incident leaving Church with nine men on the pitch for ten minutes. In the second half defender James Stafford dislocated a shoulder resulting in his substitution and a hospital visit and to finish a bad night debutant Makenzie Stocks marked an otherwise solid performance with an own goal.
Co-manager John Whitehead
We did a really good and intense pre-season preparation and it went straight out of the window on the first game of the season.
It was a game which had pretty much everything and we came off the back of it with a disappointing four-one defeat and to be fair we deserved it.
We have a difficult FA Cup-tie next week against Charnock Richard at home so individually, collectively and as a management team we have to be better and improve. We didn’t show up today. We are extremely disappointed but believe me as a management team we’ll make sure we do our utmost to be firing on all cylinders come next week because Charnock Richard will offer a really tough test.
Att. 434
Upcoming Fixture:
Saturday 3rd August 2024
FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round Penistone Church v Charnock Richard Kick off 3-00 PM
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Hirst and Harris the heroes in double win
Sheffield Collegiate 141-4 (J Vickers 3-50)
Stocksbridge 1st XI 142-3 (A Hirst 49*, R Taylor 38)
The 1st XI made it 6 consecutive victories with another strong performance vs Sheffield Collegiate. The 1sts fielded first, with skipper Jake Vickers making the early breakthrough. Vickers then took 2 more quick wickets to leave the hosts 293. Andy Hibbert then joined the party, removing Gupta for 17 and Collegiate were struggling to post a competitive total. Butler and Kettleborough rallied late to help the home side post 141 from their 46 overs.
Openers Musgrove and Price set about chasing the target and looked well early on. Musgrove fell for 22, before Price fell for 20 a few overs later. Rob Taylor immediately looked in good touch, as he looked to propel the 1sts to victory. Following Price's dismissal, the 1sts were 68-2 and Taylor was now joined by the in-form Andy Hirst. The pair hit a string of boundaries and looked to have the task in hand. Taylor eventually fell for a very well-made 38, which included 6 4s. Hirst then took on the bulk of the scoring, as he continued his sensational form this season. Murfin chipped in in the latter stages with 8 not out, however Hirst was the hero again with the bat, finishing with a superb 49 not out, which included 7 fours and 2
sixes The 1sts are now joint top of the table after their cracking run of form.
Sprotborough 98 all out (L Harris 5-30)
Stocksbridge 2nd XI 102-8 (C Thwaites 26, L Harris 20, J Dowde 20)
The 2nds hosted Sprotbrough this weekend, looking to get back on track after a couple of defeats. After losing the toss, Sprotbrough chose to bat first. Jenson Beever made the early breakthrough, removing opener Brown thanks to a sharp catch by Thwaites in the slip corden. Beever then followed this up by removing the visitors' number 3 for just 2, with Perry showing safe hands at slip.
Sprotbrough rebuilt from 13-2 to 47-2 before Les Harris claimed his first wicket, removing opener Fidler. Harris then took it on himself, claiming a caught and bowled to remove the dangerous looking Clark. He then picked up his 4th wicket thanks to Thwaites' 3rd sharp grab in the field and Stocksbridge had really battled back well in the tie. Les picked up a well deserved 5 wicket haul, by removing Young LBW for just 5.
Paul Hargreaves bowled well and accurately to support Harris and picked up a well deserved wicket late on, before young Tom Perry emphatically wrapped up the innings with 2 wickets in an over! A fantastic fight back from the 2nds, as Sprotborough collapsed from 81-3 to 98 all out.
The response with the bat got off to a catastrophic start, with Stocksbridge crumbling to 7-3 early! John Dowde and Chris Thwaites then steadied the ship well, building a patient 51 run partnership to move 'Bridge past the halfway stage. Dowde eventually nicked behind and was dismissed for an important 20, which included 3 fours. Thwaites fell shortly after for a well-made 26, leaving the 2nds 585, with the tie very much in the balance. Reeves and Taylor were then both dismissed without troubling the scorers and the visitors were all of a sudden on top! Step forward legendary Les Harris, who backed up his superb efforts with the ball, to also steer the 2nds home with the bat! Harris, brilliantly supported by Paul Hargreaves, showed no signs of nerves, forging a 40 run partnership to take the tie away from the visitors. Harris finished 20 not out, with Hargreaves eventually being dismissed with the scores level, after a crucial and disciplined 14. With 1 to win, Rowan Brearley smashed his second ball for 4 to secure the victory. A fantastic game of cricket, with the 2nds coming out on top and showing great character in the process! A lot of match winning contributions, none more so than veteran Les Harris. Special mention to Jack Reeves who kept wicket for the first time ever and did a terrific job.
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