Local News
Issue 1107
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2nd April 2020
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THIEVES STRIKE AT ALDI
THIEVES snatched the shopping and drill from someone’s car boot in the car park of the Ecclesfield branch of Aldi last week.
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It was just after 3pm when a man was loading his shopping into the boot on Tuesday March 25.
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South Yorkshire Police say a 34-year-old man had his shopping and a power drill taken from the boot of his car as he returned his shopping trolley. Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident 440 of March 24.
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Support for vulnerable people in Sheffield SHEFFIELD City Council has launched its community response for Sheffield residents. From 8.45am to 4.45pm, members of the public can call 0114 273 4567 and have the option to ask any questions or concerns relating to the current Coronavirus situation. Last week the Government launched the national scheme where approximately 1.5 million people across the UK have been identified as being vulnerable and needing to self-isolate for 12 weeks. Those who need support will get a national package of basic food and household essentials directly to their homes.
The Council is now able to support those identified in Sheffield and the wider community via the Contact Centre. Working with our city and national and local voluntary organisations, local community response teams will also speak directly to those affected, where the needs of each individual will be listened to, with action to follow. Councillor Julie Dore, Leader for Sheffield City Council, said: “Protecting and supporting the most vulnerable in the city throughout this time is our top priority. Being able to provide basic food and medicines to people will have a huge impact on their health and wellbeing, allowing them to feel assured that
they will be looked after whilst self-isolating.
for you, and will do everything we can to support those who need it.
“Your communities need you and I have been amazed at how communities have come together to support each other at this time. Through your eyes and ears and local intelligence, we have been made aware of those who most need support across our city.
“I am incredibly proud of how Sheffield has responded to this outbreak and continues to adapt to the changing situation. We’ve seen some amazing examples of community spirit and I want everyone to know that even if you’re self-isolating, you are not alone in this city.”
“The helpline is now live for those who have specific questions relating to coronavirus, please use this for whatever help you need. If you know of anyone who needs support, do not risk thinking someone else will make that phone call on their behalf. We are here
The helpline is open from 8.45am to 4.45pm Monday to Friday. Operators will provide advice, signposting and referrals to help callers resolve whatever issues they are facing.
Please don’t pat me ANY dog lover will often have a huge urge to pet a guide dog but the charity Guide Dogs for the Blind is asking people to keep their distance. Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 social distancing is even more important to protect vulnerable people. A working dog must be allowed to do its job without any distraction for the safety of both the dog and its owner. Guide Dog wear an easily recognisable harness. Guide Dogs in harness are on duty whether they are physically guiding a person or sitting at their feet. They undergo intensive training to learn complex skills and gain required attributes such as good concentration and the ability to
control the temptation to be distracted.
Distracting a working Guide Dog reduces its capacity to do what it has been trained to do, potentially putting its handler’s safety at risk. A well-intentioned pat can undo months of training, and frequent distraction can cause anxiety or serious injury for Guide Dogs and their handlers. Guide Dogs enjoy affection and playtime once its harness is off but when the harness is on, its signals to the dog that it is working and should be left alone. Local guide dog owner Heather said: “My guide dog acts as my eyes and leads me past obstacles, but like any dog he can still be tempted by distractions. Please re-
member when the harness goes on, that cute adorable dog is working and should be left alone.” Debbie Linford, Engagement Officer for Guide Dogs, said: “A lot of our guide dog owners have reported to us that their working guide dogs been distracted by some members of the public and at this time some have express concern that people are not respecting social distancing in order to pet the guide dog. The rule of thumb is always, ask before petting any dog especially a guide dog and please practice social distancing.” Please remember when the harness goes on, that cute adorable dog is working and should be left alone.
