Look Local Issue 1291 Thursday 12 October 2023

ERNEST THORPE

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RAiLwAy LinE tO RE-OpEn StockSbridge to Sheffield

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reiterated the government’s commitment to re-opening the Don Valley Line as part of a raft of rail promises to appease northern voters for the loss of HS2.

The proposal was shortlisted for ‘Restoring Your Railways’ funding two years ago, and Sunak appeared to suggest last week that it would be in a prime position to be granted approval.

MP Miriam Cates told Look Local

“I’m delighted that the Prime Minister has backed my plan to reopen the Don Valley Line between Stocksbridge and Sheffield, and committed to funding it as part of the new “Network North” project to improve transport connectivity.”

The MP for Stocksbridge and Penistone received an official letter from Rail Minister Huw Merriam to confirm the ‘go-ahead’ “ …the Don Valley line … has been assessed…

I am delighted to be able to confirm that the project will be funded to delivery.”

She continued “Restoring passenger services on the existing freight line will be transformative for communities along the route, significantly cutting journey times and reducing congestion.

I’ve been working hard with local partners to make the case for the reopening of this line since I was elected. It has huge support amongst local people and I’m thrilled that it will now be delivered.

Network North will also see full electrification and more capacity on the lines connecting Sheffield to Leeds, Manchester, Doncaster and Hull.

I particularly welcome the Prime Minister’s announcement of extra money for local bus services in South Yorkshire and an extension of the Government’s funding for the £2 bus fare cap. Continued on page 09

Art Gallery Attracts

A ‘dead-space’ has been brought back to life.

An empty shop, the old Voyager Travel shop has been temporarily turned into an artspace for the duration of the Homegrown Festival in Stocksbridge and Deepcar.

The Festival runs for two weeks, ending with grand finale on Saturday 14th October at the Stocksbridge Legionaires Club.

Local artists are showing off their work, with the art-gallery showing paintings, portraits, hand-crafted walking sticks and even a selfmade coffin.

Artist Paulette Falcidia, made her ‘Sarcophagus’ as a friendship with ‘death’. “The Sarcophagus tells the story of life from the very beginnings to the end and beyond.”

Artists are hoping to create an atmosphere and creativity in the

area, to enhance what is already starting to grow from small beginnings, from very talented indi viduals.

One gallery viewer com mented “Wow there's so much more in here than I expected.”

Another wrote in the comments book “Make this permanent”

As the gallery enters its second and final week of its short existence, the final chance of visiting is on Saturday 14 Octo ber, when you can even paint, draw and sketch with artists between 1011am.

The art gallery will close its doors at 4pm. There is also chance to meet the artists on Thursday 12th October between 4-7pm.

Pictured: (right) Artist Paulette Falcidia is one of the local artists dis playing their amazing artwork. (far right) Do ris by John Kerr

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Friends of Chapeltown Park Need Your Help

In a heartfelt plea to the local community, the Friends of Chapeltown Park have announced that they urgently require volunteers to step up and help maintain the vitality of their beloved park. Due to unforeseen circumstances, their usual schedule of monthly Saturday morning events will be dramatically reduced in 2024, and their renowned Chapeltown Park Gala faces cancellation.

The unfortunate reason behind this setback is the departure of the organisation's Secretary, who has stepped down due to health reasons. As a result, the Friends of Chapeltown Park are left with no one to plan and execute their cherished events.

The impact of this loss will be felt across the community, as the Chapeltown Park Gala, a staple of the local calendar for the past 11 years, is on the verge of cancellation due to the same health-related issue. Traditionally held at the beginning of July, this event has been a source of joy, entertainment, and community cohesion for over a decade.

However, there is a glimmer of hope, as one of the dedicated Trustees has graciously agreed to take on the responsibility of organising the remaining four events. These events include the beloved Easter Egg Hunt, the lively dog show, the captivating mini-beast hunt, and the spooky Halloween festivities. Without further help, this means that certain beloved activities such as kite flying, brass band concerts, and the Chapeltown Park Gala may not be possible without additional support.

The Friends of Chapeltown Park are calling upon individuals within the community who have a passion for the park and a desire to contribute to its vibrancy. There is a wealth of potential events that could be organised in this picturesque park, including pop concerts, grass sledging, Saturday morning park runs, BMX competitions on the BMX pump track, tree and plant identification sessions, poetry groups, bird-watching, bat-spotting, and fungi trails, as well as gardening and planting initiatives. For families and children, opportunities abound with kids' crafts, treasure hunts, and more.

All that is needed is an individual or group willing to step up and take charge of planning and organising these events. The Friends of Chapeltown Park stand ready to assist with fundraising efforts, risk assessments, and obtaining necessary approvals from local authorities.

If you believe you have the passion and commitment to organise an event on a Saturday, Sunday, or during the school holidays in the coming year, the Friends of Chapeltown Park would love to hear from you. You can get in touch via their website at www.chapeltownpark.co.uk or their Facebook page, "Friends of Chapeltown Park."

As the community rallies together to support the park, there's hope that the spirit of Chapeltown Park will continue to thrive for years to come.

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OctOber

Wednesday

11, Local Artists at Samuel’s Kitchen Helen Hunt author and illustrator of “Steelosaurus” a children’s storybook and Midpack Rider (Tom Faulkner) whose work celebrates his passion for outdoor sports and the city of Sheffield. Opening hours 7.30am – 2.00pm Drop into this fantastic little café to see the work of two talented local artists, stay and have a cuppa with Tracy and her lovely staff.

11, Chat and Craft 10.30 at Stocksbridge Library. A crossstitch and knitting session for beginners. All materials and refreshments are free. Come and give it a try! Telephone 0114 273 4205.

11 Chapeltown and District Probus Club meet every second Wednesday of the month at Grenoside Community Hall on Main Street. We will be meeting next on Wednesday, October 11th at 10 am. We would especially welcome new members. After a short formal meeting, we will be presented with an illustrated talk by John Hope entitled Do not be alarmed. After the meeting, some members continue to Wortley Hall for

12, Local Artists at Samuel’s Kitchen Helen Hunt author and illustrator of “Steelosaurus” a children’s story book and

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Midpack Rider (Tom Faulkner) whose work celebrates his passion for outdoor sports and the city of Sheffield. Opening hours 7.30am – 2.00pm Drop into this fantastic little café to see the work of two talented local artists, stay and have a cuppa with Tracy and her lovely staff.

12, Friendship Acoustic Afternoon 14.00 – 17.00. The Friendship Pub Manchester Road. An afternoon of acoustic music open to all to join in with a song or tune.

12 Chapeltown WI will hold their Annual General Meeting at 7.30pm in Chapeltown Methodist Church. This will be followed by a pre-ordered pie and pea supper. The competition is for a single rose.

12 Stocksbridge & District History Society Meeting - Christ Church Hall -7PM. ‘A Tour and History of the Houses of Parliament’ -Speaker Mike Ogden.

12 Charity Concert at The Pen Nook Pub in Deepcar, starts at 7:30pm in Aid of Prostate Cancer, Food available No Charge Please Donate generously.

Friday

13, Local Artists at Samuel’s Kitchen Helen Hunt author and illustrator of “Steelosaurus” a children’s story book and Midpack Rider (Tom Faulkner) whose work celebrates his passion for outdoor sports and the city of Sheffield. Opening hours 7.30am – 2.00pm Drop into this fantastic little café to

see the work of two talented local artists, stay and have a cuppa with Tracy and her lovely staff.

13, Poetry Reading Group (All welcome) 10.30am –11.30am Stocksbridge Library. Free Refreshments.

13 Relax with a poem 10.30 – 11.30 Stocksbridge Library. Listen to poems being read, and read your favourite to others if you’d like. Refreshments are free and everyone is welcome. Telephone 0114 2734205

saturday

14, Local Artists at Samuel’s Kitchen Helen Hunt author and illustrator of “Steelosaurus” a children’s storybook and Midpack Rider (Tom Faulkner) whose work celebrates his passion for outdoor sports and the city of Sheffield. Opening hours 7.30am – 2.00pm Drop into this fantastic little café to see the work of two talented local artists, stay and have a cuppa with Tracy and her lovely staff.

14, Art Round ‘Ere 10.00 –11.00. Paint, draw and sketch indoors at the Voyager Art Space, Manchester Rd.

14, Steel Valley Beacon Bright Sparks (Under 11’s) present ‘Jungle Book’ at Christ Church Stocksbridge. Time to be confirmed. Tickets £5 from Samuel’s Kitchen and 07792 142 545

14 GRAND FINALE 19.00 start at the Stocksbridge Le -

gionnaires’ Club, Edward St, Stocksbridge, S36 1BA. Come and have a dance with superb Ceilidh Band Rim Ram Ruff, or just come along and enjoy yourself! FREE OF CHARGE but a donation would be welcome on the night.

14, The Great Home Grown Art Trail – Last year local children provided dozens of drawings and paintings about “Our Town”. This year business along the high street will once more become a gallery for the children’s creations exploring the theme of “Our Town Past and Future”. Would you like to get involved in Home Grown? Have you been to an event and want to feedback to us your experience? Contact the Home Grown Team on udacevent@gmail.com

sunday

15, Craft Fayre 10am to 4pm at Cawthorne Village Hall, in Cawthorne S75 4EH Lots of handmade gifts from local makers.

tuesday

17 Friends of Wortley Hall Gardens October meeting with a talk by Barry Tylee about “Recent local archaeological excavations” start time is 7.30 pm. New members welcome, admission is £2.50, free for friends of Wortley Hall Gardens. If you are interested contact Barry on 0114 2830056

Friday

20 CHAPELTOWN SILVER PRIZE

end when they scooped first prize at the prestigious Bolsover Festival of Brass entertainment contest, beating 16 bands from all around the country. Each band performed a range of music in a 20-minute programme and were awarded points out of 100 by an adjudicator. Stannington’s choice of programme was based on cultures and traditions that traversed North America to Ancient Greece, the Amazon Rainforest to the North East of England.

Following their success in 2022, when they pulled off the double of becoming Yorkshire and National Champions, the band now competes in the higher ech-

Band Chair, Phil Attrill commented “This is the first time in the band’s long history that it has come first in a Championship Section competition and we are we are absolutely thrilled. The band has worked hard for this victory which is due to the dedication of our players and the superb musicianship of our Musical Director, Sam Fisher who has inspired and developed the band to achieve unprecedented success in the contesting arena”.

The band’s next outing is a concert in its home village of Stannington. The matinee concert on 21st October at Christ Church, Church Street, Stannington, which starts at 2.00 pm, will also feature brass stars of the future, Stannington Training Band with their Musical Director, Tim Parris.

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BAND AUTUMN CONCERT to be held at THE NEWTON HALL, CHAPELTOWN FRIDAY 20th

OCTOBER 2023 AT 7.30 pm

Tickets from Margaret and Peter on 0114 2460983 or Julie and Paul on 01226 747951

saturday

21 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Fungus Walk led by Alan Smith, A stroll around part of the Common looking at whatever toadstools (and other fungi) have chosen to put in an appearance this year. This has nothing to do with collecting for the pot. Fungi are an essential part of any ecosystem, as will be described as we go along. Meet in the Rural Lane car park at 10am prompt, walk will last until about 12 noon, circular walk so you can return to the car park at any time. Families very welcome. www.walc. epizy.com FREE but donations welcome.

21 Free Halloween Fun in Chapeltown Park - Sat. morning 21st October 2023 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. If really bad weather, we will postpone until 28th October.

There will be a spooky woodland trail with prizes when all the clues are found; free crafts at the bandstand and a fancy dress competition at 11am with prizes for under 5s and over 5s. All welcome. Refreshments available.

MOnday

23 Kids’ Halloween Craft workshop at the Inman Pavil-

Shoe box Appeal

A local Shoe Box Appeal will once again be operating in Stocksbridge. Collections are taking place every Monday and Tuesday from 10am - 3pm at the Christ Church, Manchester Road. The collections will run for October.

ion Moorland Drive S36 1EG . Lots of spooky things to do for only £2.00. 10.00 - 11.45 am

Wednesday

25 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday 25th October at 10.00AM in Christ Church Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Eric Jackson, `Remembrance`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year, and we look forward to welcoming our regular members, visitors and new members. For more information, please call Stephen Clarke on 07593 792967.

saturday

28 Macmillan Coffee Morning St. Nicholas Church High Bradfield, Saturday28th October 10.00am -12.30pm, Coffee, Cakes, Christmas Gifts, Greetings Cards and more, All proceeds for The Palliative Care Unit, Northern General Hospital, Everyone Welcome

28 Autumn Fayre at High Green Methodist Church from 11am. Various stalls include cakes, bric-a-brac, gifts, books, tombola etc. Sandwiches, cakes and drinks available. All welcome.

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sunday

1 The service at Bullhouse Chapel on Sunday the 1st of November at 2.30pm, will be led by Nick Biggar. All are welcome to join us in this act of

worship.

4 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Autumn Bird Walk, John and Anne Robinson will take you around the Common looking and listening for birds, perhaps some winter visitors may have started to arrive. Meet at Rural Lane Car Park at 9am, walk will last until around 11am and will be circular so you can return to the car park at any time. Families very welcome but NO DOGS, please. www.walc.epizy.com FREE but donations welcome.

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

6 Bradfield Historical Society - a talk, ‘200 Years of Sheffield Water Supplies’ by Tony Ball, 7.30pm, Bradfield Village Hall, The Sands, Low Bradfield. 2337463

13 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Annual General Meeting, Guest speaker will be Malcolm Nunn with some Old Photographs of Wadsley, Wadsley Church Hall, 7.30pm start. Homemade refreshments included. FREE but donations welcome to cover costs. www.walc.epizy.com

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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

Monday Art Class at The Venue, Manchester Rd, Stocksbridge. 10am-12 noon. £7 per session, first one free. What a great way to start the week! A few places now available. Tutor gives individual help/ advice/demos - water colour/ acrylics/oils/sketching. Pop in and see us or call The Venue 0114 283 8692 for further info.”

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By taking the tough decision to redirect money from HS2 to local transport improvements across the North, far more people will benefit from this investment and see upgrades to their local bus and rail services. This is the right decision for people across my constituency and South Yorkshire as a whole.”

The funding will be provided to Network Rail to lead the next stage of work and support collaboration with South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

The MP’s office said, “South Yorkshire has a number of schemes that are already well through the planning process, so the Government is able to directly approve and fund those.”

Stocksbridge to Sheffield City Centre in eleven minutes. That’s the plan.

The campaign to restore the railway line between Stocks-

bridge and Sheffield began life back in 2003 when The Don Valley Railway Project was formed, by a group of volunteers.

The idea of creating a railway was proposed in November 2003 with the aim of developing both a Steam Heritage Railway and a commuter service on the line between Stocksbridge and Sheffield. Stations were considered at Stocksbridge, Deepcar, Oughtibridge, Wadsley Bridge and Sheffield Victoria as well as other locations.

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CASWELL Carolyn

Passed away peacefully in the Northern General Hospital aged 81 years.

The dearly loved Wife of Alan.

Much loved Mum of Ian, Mark and Lucy. A devoted Grandma and Great-Grandma.

Funeral service at Grenoside Crematorium South Chapel on Tuesday 17th October at 10.30am

Family owers only please but donations would be appreciated for The Stroke Association. Will friends please meet at the crematorium

Enquiries to T W Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road S36 2RE 0114 2885555

Deaths CAPITER Julie

Passed away peacefully in the Northern General Hospital aged 74 years.

Dearly loved by family - Husband Ian, Daughter Gemma, Paul, Louis, Jasmine & William, Son Ben, Helen, Al e and many other family & friends

Funeral will be at Grenoside North Chapel on 25th October 2pm. Family owers only.

Enquiries to T W Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road S36 2RE 0114 2885555

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JONES John Henry

It is with sadness we announce the passing away of our dear Father. who will be greatly missed by all. Passed away on the 22nd September 2023, aged 84. R.I.P.

With love from Richard, Matthew, Lisa and Family. Funeral service to take place on Thursday 19th October, 1:30pm at Grenoside Crematorium in the South Chapel. Donations in lieu of owers to She eld Children’s Hospital. All funeral enquiries to John Fairest Funeral care, Wadsley Bridge 0114 234 3129.

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Winifred remains an independent spirit at 100

The card from King Charles and Queen Camilla in pride of place beside the television tells you one important fact about the remarkable Winifred Lincoln.

Bright, lively and keenly interested in the world around her, Winfred celebrated her 100th birthday just a few months ago.

Winifred was born in 1923 and grew up in the Upperthorpe area of Sheffield, moving to Wadsley more than 70 years ago after marrying her husband, Albert.

After leaving school, her first jobs were with Ellis Paramore, the Sheffield-based surgical equipment company and then, before marriage, as a sewing maid at the Sheffield Royal Infirmary, while in later years she was well known as a post woman for the Walkley area.

Violent incidents: Two men charged

Two men have been charged following a series of violent incidents in the Stocksbridge area of Sheffield in recent weeks.

Joseph Sykes, aged 26, of Lilac Avenue, has been charged with ten offences including affray, possession of an offensive weapon, threats of violence towards police officers and for breaching a protection from harassment order.

Sykes was arrested on Tuesday 26 September after we received reports on Sunday of a man slashing tyres on Askew Court.

He appeared before Sheffield Magistrates Court on Wednesday 27 September charged with the ten offences and was remanded in

custody ahead of his next appearance at Sheffield Magistrates Court on 18 October 2023.

Bradley Hollis, age 33, of Laburnum Grove, has been charged with threatening to damage / destroy property. Hollis was arrested following an incident on Monday 25 September in which we received reports of a man brandishing a large knife on Pot House Lane.

Hollis also appeared before Sheffield Magistrates Court on Wednesday 27 September charged with the offence and has been bailed with conditions ahead of his next appearance at Sheffield Crown Court on 19 February 2024.

‘Exceptional’ Contributions

She also became mum to daughter Kathryn and son Mark and is now the head of a family that includes five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Being now housebound, reading is a core interest and Winifred’s early reading experiences have been recorded recently in the Reading Sheffield project researching the reading habits and public library experiences of Sheffield people between the 1920s and the 1950s.

Dr Mary Grover’s book to accompany the project, Steel City Readers, is now available and has given Winifred a great deal of pleasure. The voices of the participants are stored at www.readingsheffield.co.uk

What’s equally important though is that Winifred is proudly independent and still living

in her Wadsley home with the full support of her family.

And adding to that support and ensuring that she has all the things in place to make life safe and secure is the St Luke’s Hospice Community team.

The St Luke’s Community team provides advice and support to patients and their families in their own homes across Sheffield.

It is made up of a core team of clinical nurse specialists in palliative care, supported by assistant practitioners, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, wellbeing practitioners, social workers and chaplains, along with a consultant and specialist registrar. Winifred has a heart condition and both she and her family know that the support of St Luke’s Community nurse Fiona Maguire offers a vital link to the full range of St Luke’s services and the comfort of knowing help is always at hand.

“I’ve lived in this house for 60 years and I’m happy here because this is where my family grew up,” Winifred says.

“My daughter has stayed with me since the first Covid lockdown but having the on-call support of Fiona whenever we need her is a great reassurance.”

Fiona makes regular visits to Winifred, checking up on any special needs and ensuring that her medication is effective.

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“I’ll visit every three to four weeks but if they want me to come sooner, I’m here straight away,” Fiona says.

During a recent Branch Meeting, two members of the Stocksbridge and Deepcar Royal British Legion were honoured with letters of appreciation and badges for their dedicated service and exceptional contributions to the Poppy Appeal collection. Recognised for their long-standing commitment, Mr Michael Clifton was rewarded for 25 years of service, while Mr Peter Childe received recognition for his 15 years of service.

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Stocksbridge Gymnastics Club has once again partnered with Macmillan Cancer Charity to host a charity race night, raising essential funds for both organisations. On the evening of Saturday, September 9, the event was held at the Bracken Moor Sports Club, marking the second consecutive year.

The event turned out to be a resounding success, with a grand total of £2,406.00 raised during the night. This sum will be divided equally, with half going to Stocksbridge Gymnastics Club and the other half benefiting Macmillan Cancer Charity.

The success of the charity race night was attributed to the generosity of local businesses and individuals who donated a plethora of raffle prizes. Without their unwavering support, it would have been impossible to reach the impressive fundraising total. Special thanks were extended to Victoria Motors for their sponsorship of the race night.

The Community Warming Project is looking for volunteers to help make door curtains and sausages at a series of community workshops. These will be fitted in households having problems paying their energy bills.

The project is organised by Upper Don Community Energy (UDCE) and is supported by the National Lottery’s Community Fund. The first workshop on Wednesday 18th October from 10am to 1pm at St Ann’s Church Hall Haywood Lane, Deepcar S36 2QQ. Refreshments will be provided.

Male and female Volunteers of all ages and with a range of skills are needed, including unpicking, measuring, cutting, tacking, using sewing machines and making tea. Volunteers with their own machines are especially welcome.

Community Warming will be offering basic energy saving measures to households that are having problems meeting high energy bills in the S36 postcode area. In addition to door curtains and sausages, draught excluding tape, radiator reflectors, pipe lagging, and LED bulbs will also be fitted free of charge to eligible households.

The project is also seeking volunteers to assess the requirements of each household.

For more information email janet.udce@ gmail.com or phone 07707 762995.

Commenting a UDCE spokesperson said “Community Warming aims to help households in greatest need during this period of high energy prices by reducing their need for gas and electric. This will also benefit them in the longer term. We aim to help 50 households in the first wave. Volunteers from all parts of the community will be warmly welcomed into this important project”.

Stocksbridge Gymnastics Club, a community organisation with approximately 150 active members and a growing waiting list, relies heavily on fundraising efforts to cover its annual operational costs. Although the club has received assistance from local funding sources in the past for the purchase of new equipment, it continues to rely on diligent fundraising to sustain its activities. The proceeds from this event will

make a significant contribution to the club's operational expenses, and any surplus funds will be invested in acquiring new equipment.

Heather Clough told Look Local "We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the local businesses and individuals who generously donated raffle prizes and to Victoria Motors for sponsoring our race night," said a representative from Stocksbridge Gymnastics Club. "Your support has made a tremendous difference, and we are immensely grateful. These funds will go

a long way in helping us provide a safe and nurturing environment for our gymnasts, and any extra will be invested in improving our equipment. Thank you once again to everyone who supported the event!"

The partnership between Stocksbridge Gymnastics Club and Macmillan Cancer Charity continues to strengthen, as they work together to make a positive impact on their community and those affected by cancer.

new hOme FOr BasKetBaLL

Caledonia Gladiators and B. Braun Sheffield Sharks will start new basketball dynasties in their respective cities following the grand opening of their new purpose built arenas.

Caledonia Gladiators, Scotland’s only professional basketball club, have moved into their temporary 1,800-seater arena based at PlaySport Scotland leisure complex in East Kilbride.

With the first phase of the arena renovation now complete, attention will turn towards 2024, when the main project will commence to develop a new state-of-the-art, purposebuilt 6,000-seater arena and community facility, which is scheduled to be finished in 2026. The news comes as excitement builds for the Gladiators first home game of the Championship season against the Surrey Scorchers, which will be shown live tonight (Thursday October 05) on Sky Sports at 7:30pm. The Women’s side will host Durham Palatinates for their first home match-up on October 22 in the Women’s British Basketball League.

In addition, the PlaySport Arena will welcome European action as both the Men’s and Women’s side gear up for their first ever campaign in the FIBA Europe Cup. The move into a purpose-built arena will transform basketball in Scotland for a generation, whilst also commercially growing the sport north of the border.

Also heralding the beginning of an exciting transformation is the Sheffield Sharks who have officially moved into their new state-ofthe-art home at the Canon Medical Arena, based at the heart of the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park.

The cutting-edge facility, which can accommodate 2,500 spectators, will also be used by the Women’s British Basketball League team B. Braun Sheffield Hatters, as well as other sporting, educational, and community organisations.

Developed by Canon Medical Systems, the new Park Community Arena opens as the UK’s first sustainable, carbon-neutral multipurpose arena featuring an integrated Medical Diagnostic Centre to bring healthcare closer to the community in South Yorkshire. This, alongside the Sharks continuing to provide the very best basketball entertainment as they look to build on the legacy they have already created in the British game.

e Licensing Act 2003

(Premises & Club Premises Certi cations)

Regulations 2005

Notice is hereby given that:

Mr FINLAY KNOWLES

Has made an application under Section 17 Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as Ecco Tap Bar & Bistro, 244a High Greaves She eld S5 9GR

I intend to conduct on or form the premises the following licensable activities:

-The provision of late night refreshments*

Thursday-Sunday 21:00pm -00:00am

-Sale by retail of alcohol*

Monday-Sunday 11:00am-00:00am on the premises

-The provision of the regulated entertainment,*namely: Recorded Music: Friday- Saturday 11:00-00:00am Sunday 11:00-00:00am

Live Music: Friday-Sunday 17:00-23:00

Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to e LicensingService, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, She eld S9 3HD about this application by 29/10/2023

For more information on representations, please see www.she eld.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. By e-mail to licensingservice@she eld.gov.uk.

It is an o ence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum ne for which a person in liable on conviction for this o ence is a ne not exceeding £5,000

Eddie leads the way

Penistone Church 2-0 Frickley

Toolstation NCEL

Premier Division

Scorers for Church – Eddie Newsome 2, Leon Hurles-Brook 56

Attendance – 317

MOM: Eddie Newsome

Co-manager Steve Lenthall

“It was a great win today, two-nil and we fully deserved it.

Frickley are well placed in the league for a reason, they’re a good young side and their manager Pat McGuire has got them playing some good football. We had to be at our best to defeat them today.

We told the lads that we had to start the game really well for all the game and not just in patches.

Nathan Keightley was fouled in the first half, I thought it was a penalty, the ref has pointed to the spot but the liner gave offside and that’s just our luck at the minute. We reacted really well to the setback and Eddie Newsome scored a great goal, he took it really well.

Then Nathan Keightley has put a great ball across and Antony Brown was just centimetres away from putting it in and making it two-nil.

LATE AGONY FOR STEELS 2-1

We said at half time it was nice to come in and have a lead to protect. We told the lads that we would have do the same in the second half.

We came out of the blocks really well, we knew Frickley would have their patches of play but they didn’t created loads of chances, we’ve minimised that and we’ve defended really well.

We have a massive test when we play Emley at home on Wednesday (11th October) that’s why it was important for us today to get a good performance and a result

Thank you to all our supporters, the following we get is superb we appreciate it very much. Today’s performance was for them”

Fixtures

Wednesday 11th October 2023

Toolstation NCEL Premier Division Penistone Church v Emley AFC

Saturday 14th October 2023

Campion v Penistone Church Kick off 3-00 pm

50 milers

On Saturday Valley Hill runners competed in the annual Round Rotherham 50 run.

50 miles of running through all different terrains taking in the sights of Firbeck Woodsetts and various parts of the city.

Valley hill were represented by two teams of 8 with each runner taking a leg of different distances.

Several members decided to do the extra challenge and run the whole 50 miles in pairs or solo starting at 6.30am finishing around 7pm, at night.

The fifty mile runners were Jonny Briggs,Neil Batty,Ian Willoughby,Judith kippax,Judith

Stocksbridge Park Steels suffered late heartbreak as Worksop Town sent them out of the FA Trophy.

The game started with Worksop putting on plenty of pressure as they looked to show why they were promoted from the Northern Premier League East and why Stocksbridge were not. They were pinging crosses in and they were connecting with the headers, but they either went over or forced good saves from Ben Townsend.

Stocksbridge did struggle to get out of their own half, though one push forward did see Luke Rawson poke one wide while stretching for it, but Worksop also failed to create many clear cut chances with the Steels remaining strong in defence. They did break Stocksbridge down once when a ball was pinged from the left and it beat Townsend, allowing Aleksandr Starcenko to head the ball towards goal. Charlie Oglesby made a crucial stop, clearing it off the line with his own header.

As they game went off, Stocksbridge grew into the game as they started winning more battles in midfield. They continued that in the second half. A vigorous challenge from Ross Goodwin in midfield with Worksop pressing forward caught the Tigers out, and Goodwin raced onto the ball before laying on a great pass for Rawson. He had a lot to do but his lofted shot beat Paul Cooper and went into the top corner, giving the Steels a shock lead.

Chapeltown progress

Chapeltown RBL progressed in the senior cup after a trip to Doncaster.

Legion scored the first half’s only goal when a returning duo linked up, with captain Josh Savage cutting back for Mikey Vella to finish.

Dave Millen doubled the lead just after half time after a good ball by

The game could have changed very dramatically moments later. Tomas Poole crossed in a free kick with Cooper punched away and he chased it down to grab hold of the ball as well. However, it appeared he grabbed the ball outside of the box. This could have been a red card offence, but on this occasion no foul was called. Worksop were desperate not to head out of the FA Trophy and started throwing everything at the Steels defence in order to get back into the game. Eventually, they got their goal. It was quickfire passing football which eventually allowed Liam Hughes to finish from close range. The Tigers were now pushing for the win but they were often being denied by Townsend who was making a series of stunning saves. Stocksbridge also looked good on the counter with Jack Watson and Alex O’Connor breaking with the numbers on their side but overplaying the ball limited the chance to a weak shot from Watson. But the crucial moment came when Luke Hall went down in the box, giving a penalty to Worksop. Liam Hughes stepped up and his powerful effort smashed the back of the net, knocking Stocksbridge out of the Trophy.

Next Home Game: Tuesday 17 October vs Hallam FC 7.45pm KO (Sheffield Senior Cup)

Phillips grabbed his 9th goal of the season with a superb volley, and the scoring was completed by Morgan Cowell after a pass from Adam Simpson

Elliott Simpson (pictured), and Simpson was the provider again this time for Jed Phillips after 68 minutes.

Carpenters Arms 0-5 Chapeltown RBL

TIGERS CROWNED CHAMPIONS

SHEFFIELD won their first ever top-fight league title on a history-making night at Owlerton on Thursday

The Tru Plant Tigers successfully overturned an 18-point deficit to beat Ipswich 92-88 on aggregate.

The previous biggest margin overturned since the Play-Offs were introduced in 2002 was eight points but the steel city side pulled off one of the sport’s greatest ever comebacks. A bumper crowd turned out for the occasion and created one of the best atmospheres ever

felt at Owlerton - and the Sheffield riders responded in ultimate fashion.

The Tigers claimed the opening five races and managed to move within six on aggregate thanks to four straight heat advantages. Back-to-back shared races followed before a third 5-1 of the night from Rising Star Jason Edwards and captain Kyle Howarth boosted the Tigers’ belief further with just two points between the sides.

All-action Aussie Josh Pickering was up to his breathtaking antics once again as he produced a sensational ride to pass 2017 World Champion Jason Doyle in Heat Nine.

Guest No.1 Robert Lambert and Howarth then took advantage of having an extra man in the third attempt of Heat Ten following a fall from Ipswich skipper Danny King - with another maximum moving Sheffield ahead in the tie for the very first time.

The visitors then levelled through their first heat advantage of the second leg before the Tigers regained the lead with a 5-1 from Chris Holder and guest reserve Jye Etheridge. But Ipswich refused to give up and their spearhead duo of Emil Sayfutdinov and Jason Doyle recorded a 5-1 of their own to bring it all square with two heats to go. The tension could be felt around the stadium but the Tigers put themselves in the driving seat when Pickering and Etheridge combined for a crucial maximum.

That meant a second place in Heat 15 would be enough for the Tigers - and whilst Ipswich temporarily sat on a 5-1 in the early exchanges of the last-heat decider, deadline day signing Holder and Lambert worked their way past Doyle as Owlerton erupted and jubilant scenes unfolded both on the track and on the terraces.

An overjoyed team boss Simon Stead said:

“Just unbelievable. The commitment from the team and the will to win all started straight after Tuesday night on the group chat believing we could turn it around.

“I know people might say it’s a Sheffield Select but the lads we’ve brought in have really bought in to the Club and given everythingeven more than we could have wished for.

“I’m really pleased that we managed to do it and really pleased that we managed to do it here in front of our home supporters after last year as well.

“I’m absolutely thrilled for everyone connected to the Club; the management team, our sponsors, track staff, officials and volunteers and of course our supporters. They have been absolutely unbelievable all season long but when it mattered most they turned out in huge numbers, made plenty of noise from the off and they shouldn’t underestimate the role they played in helping the boys get it over the line.

“I’m reluctant to single any one rider out as tonight was always going to be about a really solid team performance, and when you look down the scorechart, every single one of them did their bit.

“Both as a rider and a team manager I’ve had some unforgettable memories with this Club, but this one is right up there and will stick with me forever.”