Look Local Issue 1256 Thursday 9 February 2023

Ten days to act before hundreds of buses are cut

Louise Haigh MP, Shadow Transport Secretary has warned that the Conservatives are asleep at the wheel as hundreds of bus services face axe, without certainty over vital funding.

Today (Tuesday 7 February)

Labour will warn that there are “just ten days to act” before operators are forced to begin slashing bus routes across the country.

With the Government’s Bus Recovery Grant set to expire at the end of March communities face a crisis within days, as operators are required to give sixweeks’ notice of plans to cancel or change routes.

Louise Haigh MP for Sheffield

Heeley, is urging the Government to:

Give bus operators, communities and local leaders the certainty they need on the future of the Bus Recovery Grant

Come clean on wider longterm funding for the Bus Back

Better strategy –over half of communities are seeing no funding whatsoever from the strategy, leaving the Government’s pledge to transform bus services in tatters

Put communities in control by following Labour’s plan to give communities power and control of their bus routes and fares.

Louise Haigh MP, said:

“The Conservatives are asleep at the wheel, risking the future of services millions of passengers depend on. They have ten days to act, or services could plunge to a record low.

“After 13 years of the Conservatives, the bus services communities depend on are stumbling from one crisis to the next.

“Labour will reform the broken bus system, giving communities control of their own bus routes and fares and delivering the better bus services that passengers need.”

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JAILED FOR NEARLY 20 YEARS

A Sheffield man who raped a teenager on multiple occasions faces nearly two decades behind bars.

Jamie Aron Ward, formerly of Thompson Hill High Green abused his victim, who cannot be named for legal reasons, while she was aged under 16 years old.

Detective Constable Peter Bazley from Sheffield’s Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP) team said: “The victim, in this case, was a young, vulnerable teenager who Ward preyed upon and subjected to horrendous sexual abuse. “Over a prolonged period of time, Ward raped and sexually assaulted the victim, forcing her to engage in horrific sexual acts.

“Ward’s abuse was so significant and damaging that it was only as an adult the victim felt brave enough to disclose what had happened to her as a child.”

Ward, 38, was found guilty of 10 offences at Sheffield Crown Court last month, including two counts of rape, three counts of attempted rape and five counts of sexual assault. He was sentenced to 18 years in prison at the same court on Wednesday (1 February).

DC Bazley continued: “I want to commend the victim in this case for her courage in coming forward, and I am glad that she was able to place her trust in us to bring Ward before the courts.

“While this sentencing can never undo the trauma and pain of the abuse, I hope Ward’s victim can find some relief knowing he is behind bars for a long, long time.

“I also hope this case provides another example of how we will thoroughly investigate any reports of sexual of-

fending, irrespective of when they took place, to ensure we safeguard vulnerable people and get justice for victims of this despicable crime.”

Ward, formerly of Thompson Hill, Sheffield, was also handed an 18-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO), placed on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely and given a restraining order.

Jury discharged in Deepcar laughing gas heist death trial

The jury in the trial of three men accused of killing a courier during a gun-point robbery has been discharged after failing to reach a verdict.

Arron Hartigan, Jake Lakin, and Callum Rutherford were charged with the manslaughter of Nadeem Qureshi.

Sheffield Crown Court heard Mr Qureshi died after being run down by a van in Deepcar, South Yorkshire, in July 2019.

All three men denied the charge as well as charges of conspiracy to commit robbery and a firearms offence.

The jury was discharged on Thursday after failing to reach verdicts on any of the three counts.

The Crown Prosecution Service said it intended to seek a retrial.

During the trial prosecutors said Mr Qureshi, 40, from Manchester, had travelled to Deepcar with two colleagues to deliver nitrous oxide canisters.

It was alleged the defendants had ordered the men out of the van at gunpoint in a bid to steal the consignment.

The court was told Mr Qureshi did get out and was standing next to the van when his colleague, Massimo Rizzelli, reversed the vehicle in a bid to escape and struck him.

Mr Hartigan, 26, of no fixed abode, Mr Lakin, 22, of Smithy Moor Avenue, Stocksbridge, and Mr Rutherford, 26, of Lee Avenue, Deepcar, deny the charges.

ADDITIONAL HELP HAS BEEN HIRED TO HANDLE THE CROWDS!

Residents give feedback on a new local bus service

More than 400 residents from across Stocksbridge and Deepcar have taken part in a survey which will help to shape the plans for a new “hopper style” community bus for the area.

The service will be funded through part of the £24.1m government investment from the Stocksbridge Town Deal, it is one of the 10 projects aimed at making major improvements in the area.

Residents were given the opportunity to comment on potential routes and how the new service could run by taking part in a survey which was available online and in Stocksbridge Library.

The consultation ran through January and closed last week with more than 400 people submitting their responses and ideas.

The bus project aims to create a regular, reliable, and sustainable Stocksbridge-based service which links with the current public transport links in the town - it’s hoped that the new service will launch later this year.

Jailed after running over police officer

A Sheffield man has been jailed for 15 months after running over a police officer while on duty in Sheffield last year.

The largest investment through the town’s fund will deliver major improvements to the Manchester Road area, with a new Library and Community Hub building at its heart. There are also plans to enhance recreation and sporting facilities across the town.

A spokeswoman for the Stocksbridge Towns Fund Board said: “We would like to thank everyone who has taken part in the survey –there is clearly a lot of support and interest in the new local bus service. We will now be going through all the feedback we have received and engaging with potential local partners to run the service.

“We know that people are keen to see this operating as soon as possible and we’re looking forward to sharing more details including a start date in the coming weeks and months.”

To find out more about the Stocksbridge Towns Fund and the projects planned for the town visit www.welcometostocksbridge. co.uk

22-year-old Reece Wales, (pictured) was charged with driving whilst disqualified, driving without insurance and assault occasioning actual bodily harm after running over Sergeant Scott Sarson on 2 September, after him and a colleague stopped his vehicle whilst out on routine patrols on in the Wadsley area.

Wales, who was known to the officers as a disqualified driver, accelerated directly at the officer, throwing Sergeant Sarson into the air, onto the bonnet and onto the floor, before fleeing the scene.

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GUILTY: 60 YEAR-OLD MAN OF RAPING TWO TEENAGERS

A 60-year-old Sheffield man who raped and sexually assaulted two teenagers has been found guilty of numerous offences this week.

Anthony Woodward subjected both victims, who were under 18 at the time, to repeated sexual assaults and raped one of his victims on numerous occasions.

One of his victims, who legally cannot be identified, would later tell investigating officers that Woodard would tell her not to tell anybody about the abuse. The other victim told a jury at Sheffield Crown Court about how Woodward forced himself on her and, despite her shouting ‘no’, he proceeded to rape her.

A Group of volunteer mountain rescuer’s are thanking a local petrol station for donating fuel to help keep their vehicles active and able to attend emergency call-outs in the area.

Woodhead Mountan rescue thanked Cecil Penney Garage in Penistone for their generosity and support over the years.

“We would like to give a big shout out to local petrol station, Cecil Penney Ltd, for generously donating all fuel for our three front-line response vehicles. They’ve kept us fuelled for many years, meaning we’re always topped up and ready for any call out. Especially in times like these when costs are rising, we are super grateful for the support of this trusted, longstanding local business.

Their generosity runs into the thousands of pounds (not pennies!) over of the years”

The team offers a Volunteer Search and Rescue Service serving South Yorkshire, the Peak District and surrounding areas.

Temporary Detective Sergeant Susannah Taylor from Sheffield’s Protecting Vulnerable People team said: “Woodward behaved in a predatory manner towards his victims, subjecting them to unsolicited sexual advances before carrying out his awful crimes.

“Both victims have demonstrated commendable bravery and strength throughout

our investigation and because Woodward refused to accept responsibility for his offending, they have had to provide evidence before a jury, which in itself is a daunting experience.

“They have carried themselves with dignity and gave powerful testimony about Woodward’s terrible crimes and I am pleased that he has been found guilty of multiple, serious sexual offences.

“He is now remanded and awaiting sentencing, which I hope provides some solace to his victims knowing he is no longer at liberty and can’t harm anyone else.”

Woodward, formerly of Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield, was found guilty of three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and two counts of attempted sexual assault at Sheffield Crown Court on Monday 30 January after a short trial.

He has been remanded in custody and will appear before court in March for sentencing.

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FEBRUARY

WEdnEsdAY

8 Couch to 5k, fun, friendly, 8 week for women, with former olympian and 200m runner Emily Freeman. Wednesdays at 1.15pm, course starts 8th February. Beginners welcome, bring a friend. Inman Pavilion, Stocksbridge. This is a free course - book your place by emailing hello@seesportybesport.org.uk

ThURsdAY

9 Chapeltown WI will hold their next meeting at 7.30pm in Chapeltown Methodist Church. The speaker will be Ashton Carter talking about ‘Women who made magic’. The competition is for an unusual pack of cards. New members and visitors are always made welcome.

9 Stocksbridge & District History Society - Christ Church Hall 7pm - AGM & Talk ‘ Stocksbridge Band Of Hope Co-op, Revisited. Speaker Dennis Pindar. All are welcome to the AGM.

FRidAY

10 Relax with a poem. Listen to some poetry or bring a favourite poem to read in a warm hub with a hot drink.’ Stocksbridge Library 10.30am

MondAY

13 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - ‘The Cutlers and Workshops of Wadsley’ by Mike Dyson. Wadsley Church Hall,Worrall Road, S6 4BB.

7.30pm. Admission £3.50 members, £4 non members, free refreshments. www.walc. epizy.com

13 Kids’ Crafting at the Inman Pavilion, Moorland Drive S36 1FY. Lots of fun things to make! 10.00 - 11.45 am only£2.00

TUEsdAY

14 ECCLESFIELD PRIORYPLAYERS PRESENT Sorry Wrong Number! By Lucille Fletcher And Other Thrilling Radio Plays. Angela Platts By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd Curtain at 7:30pm Tickets £11 | Concessions £9 (Tuesday only) EPPiC Theatre, Well Lane, High Street, Ecclesfield, Sheffield, S35 9TP tickets@ecclesfieldprioryplayers. co.uk Tel: (0114) 240 2624 Ecclesfield Priory Players Productions www.ecclesfieldprioryplayers.co.uk Email: info@ ecclesfieldprioryplayers.co.uk

WEdnEsdAY

15 Join Bolsterstone Archaeology and Heritage Group at 7.30pm for a Members’ Evening - we look forward to five of our members giving short presentations on graveyards, bricks, stones and farm history. 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 bahgevent@axelafa.com for the link. Refreshments available. Don’t miss it - all welcome.

15 Update on Stocksbridge Town Plan including Town centre development. The Venue. 7 ‘til 9pm. All Welcome. Stocksbridge Community Forum.

ThURsdAY

16 February 16th: Stocksbridge & Upper Don Tenants and Residents Association. Lunch and AGM at the Venue

1.00 - 3.00pm for 100 levy payers and their children. Book your place at tarastocksbridge.ud@gmail.com or 07957206646

16 The next meeting of the Hillsborough and Owlerton History group is Thursday 16th Feb.Speaker Malcolm Nunn Topic Old Buildings of Sheffield 6 Venue Hillsborough Trinity church Time 7:30 Cost £3

FRidAY

17 Coffee Morning at St Saviour’s Church, Mortomley Lane, High Green. 10.30am -12 noon.Good company , all welcome.

sUndAY

19 Indoor Table Top SaleStocksbridge Community Leisure Centre - Sunday 19th February, Open To Buyers 10.00 am to 1.00 pm. Stalls £12.00 per table. To book a stall please telephone 0114 2883792.

TUEsdAY

21 Friends of Wortley Hall Gardens next meeting will be on Tuesday 21st February

in Wortley Hall at 7.30pm and will be a talk on the Co-opertive society and fair trade New members welcome, admission is £2.50, free for friends of Wortley Hall Gardens. If you are interested contact Barry on 0114 2830056 21 at 2.30pm--Stocksbridge & Deepcar Townswomen’s Guild -Charity afternoon--Tea, Cakes & bingo with Raffle & Quiz. £5 per person. At Christ Church, Manchester Road. Proceeds to Roundabout( A Sheffield charity for homeless young people) All welcome.

sUndAY

26 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.

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1 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday March 1st 2023 at 10.00AM in Christ Church Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Mel Cook, `Canadian Rockies`. 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.

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1 Stocksbridge & District WI are meeting at Christchurch Community Hall Manchester Road Stocksbridge at 7.15 for 7.30 start. Our speaker will be from the Coop to update us on Estate Planning for our familys. Visitors always welcome. Further details on 07939941818

11 Spring Sale at Stocksbridge Christian Centre 10am to 1pm. Various stalls, Plants Raffle, Bacon Butties

15 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday March 15th at 10.00AM in Christ Church Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Stephen Flinders, `Life & Adventures of Henry Walker RN`.

25 Chapeltown WI will hold a coffee morning at Chapeltown Methodist Church from 10.00am until 12.00 noon. Come and enjoy coffee and cake and a Tombola stall. All proceeds for the Childrens Hospital.

29 Don Valley Probus will meet on Wednesday March 29th at 10.00AM in Christ Church Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Eric Songhurst, `A year to Remember`.

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Men’s Activity and Games Session Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre Monday afternoons 1-30pm to 3-30pm Cost £1 (includes free refresh-

ments) 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 first! Contact 01226 764642 for more information

Millhouse Green Male Voice Choir meets on Monday Evenings (19.30 to 21.30) at Millhouse Green Institute, Manchester Road, S36 9NQ. Have you ever sung in a choir before? We would love to see you come and have a enjoyable time with the ‘Friendly Choir’. We especially need some more Bass, Baritone and Top Tenors. Visit MCMVC.co.uk for more information.

Monday Art Class at The Ven ue, Manchester Rd, Stocks bridge. 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.”

TUEsdAYs

Warm space offering soup,bread roll and a drink every Tuesday from 11.30am til 1.30pm at Chapeltown Methodist Church ALL ARE WELCOME

Deepcar Drop In at St John’s Church - every Tuesday from 10am until noon - open to all ages - drop in for a free warm drink and some cake - toys for the under 5s - and a Warm Bank where you can drop off or take a warm coat, hat, scarf or gloves if you need them. Everybody welcome!

WEdnEsdAYs

Everyone is welcome at the Tea and Chat group - 1:00-3:00pm 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

Thursday at Holy Trinity Thur goland Church. Pop in for cof fee, cakes and a chat. Contact Hannah for more details: han nahosandoval@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 11am-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

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New stage curtains for their EPPIC Theatre have beenbought with a grant from Ecclesfield Parish Council.

A family business, The Curtain and Blind Company Ltd made

and fitted the curtains in time for the next production at the theatre

“Sorry Wrong Number.” will be performed 14 th to 18 th February. Tickets £11 and £9 are available.

Email tickets@ecclesfieldprioryplayers.co.uk

New Friendship Lunch

Following the success of the Friendship Lunches at the Red Lion in Grenoside, the Norfolk Arms and Oak House Restaurant in Chapeltown, the event at the Devonshire Arms on Herries Rd is to be re-launched on Thursday 9 February.

Tickets which must be booked in advance are just £10 and include a delicious 2-course lunch and entertainment with the fantastic Oliver Harris. To book please contact the venue on 0114 2425273.

The event is aimed predominantly at the elderly, lonely and/or socially isolated. It is 'dementia friendly' and therefore ideal for those living with dementia and their families/cares, offering invaluable respite.

Kathy Markwick, Freelance Community Consultant, who

launched Friendship Lunches in South Yorks 7 years ago said "We are extremely grateful to our principal sponsors, Visiting Angels South Yorkshire and Bhayani HR & Employment Law, and poster sponsors, Sheffcare and SCCCC. It is really lovely to see older people taking tentative steps back into socialising following almost 3 years of covid/ lockdown.”

COUCH TO 5K with former olympian

Couch to 5k, fun, friendly, 8 week for women, with former olympian and 200m runner Emily Freeman. Wednesdays at 1.15pm, course starts 8th February. Beginners welcome, bring a friend. Inman Pavilion, Stocksbridge. This is a free course - book your place by emailing hello@seesportybesport.org.uk

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

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Norman LEVITT

Aged 88.

Passed away peacefully at Barnsley Hospital on 12th January 2023.

Devoted Husband of the late Norma, Much loved Dad of Nigel and Karen, Father-in-Law of Joanne and the late Todd, Grandad of Katie, Stuart, Callum, Kelly and Chad.

The funeral service will be held on Monday 20th February at Holy Trinity Church, Thurgoland, followed by committal at Grenoside, North Chapel. Family owers only please but donations will be gratefully accepted for Thurgoland Bowling Club. Enquiries to T W Birks and Son, 100 Manchester Road, Deepcar, S36 2RE Tel: 0114 2885555

Margaret WATKINS

Peacefully in Belmont House Care Home on 30th January, Margaret Elizabeth Watkins aged 97 years.

Much loved Mother of David & Stephen, Mother-in-Law to Gillian. Loving Grandma to Robert & Jonathan and Great Grandma to Evelyn & Percy.

Service at St Nicholas Church, Brad eld on Monday 13th February at 11am followed by interment in the churchyard.

Donations in lieu of owers for Alzheimer’s Society c/o Dyson Funeral Service, New Road, Deepcar. Tel: 0114 2883169.

Margaret’s family would like to thank all the sta at Belmont House Care Home for their kind care and attention.

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Scott's Illfated trip to Antarctica

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Teddy Evans' Boots and Other Stories. An exhibition of work is an enquiry into our fascination with exploration, focussing on Scott’s' ill-fated Antarctic expedition of 1910 – 1913, which is to go on display at a local art gallery, later this month.

Emma's practice often focuses on enquiry. Her inquisitive nature leads her to investigate our curiosity to explore the unknown. Working across a variety of processes, Whiting examines and captures the desperation of Lieutenant Evans' journey through the South Pole.

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The head of the Wantey Dragon sculpture above More Hall has been pushed over by mole activity. Passing walkers from Oughtibridge, Worrall and Hillsborough said a plan is in place to renovate the sculpture as the wooden parts have been decaying in recent years.

A steep walk up from near the bottom of More Hall Lane branches left to reach the dragon. Alternatively, from Deepcar it can be reached by going beyond Hollin Edge Farm at the end of Common Lane.

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The sound of finger nails

In an interview on Sky News Rod Stewart former Tory voter asked the Tory party to step aside and let Labour have a go, he offered money to help the NHS, and gave full support to the striking NHS staff. He finished his interview with an adaptation of one of his songs “We are failing”

Today Robert Lindsay (Wolfie) wrote this to the Tory party.

The sound of finger nails clawing to keep hold is deafening.

It’s gone on far too long.

The time has arrived to let them slip into the gutter and free us from the pain.

Tory bashing, some will call it but if it’s true it will get reported. What’s next, who knows, what we do know is there’ll be more to come for sure. You don’t have to go looking for it, keep me busy until the elections.

Message to looklocal contributor Peter Morton. Tick- Tock. Keep the faith, two years to go of this corrupt government and counting.

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“We, as a race, have a desire to explore; climb the highest mountains, dive into the deepest seas, head into space, navigate the sky and travel to far flung places on the planet. Teddy Evans’ Boots is an exhibition not just about an ill-fated expedition but a ‘jumping off point’ into our own illogical desires, drivers and passions.” Karen Sherwood, Director, founder & curator.

"Observation, curiosity, emotion, practicality, are all drivers for my practice. Sometimes figurative, sometimes abstract, and encompassing a range of media, my work follows a line of enquiry."- Emma Whiting.

Teddy Evans' Boots and Other Stories will be Whiting's debut Solo Show at Cupola Gallery, featuring life-size drawings, painting, handmade books, printmaking, and mixed media sculpture. All work is for sale.

Emma's work ranges from figurative observation to abstraction. Emma uses her broad range of skills to delve into stories of exploration and illuminates some of the reasons we have for our desire to 'go beyond.'

Teddy Evans was the Navigator and first to die on Captain Scott's ill-fated

Antarctic Expedition, recollected in numerous personal diary entries from his crew. Her first encounter with Evans’ history began in Swansea Museum, where she saw the Lieutenant's reclaimed boots.

“I am compelled by the material qualities of paint, the mechanics of printmaking, the discipline of drawing. I make things to tell stories, to speak for me. I am always making something, always using my hands." - Emma Whiting.

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A day full of fun, joy and laughter, brought to you by Motion Exercise and partners this February 15th at the English Institute of Sport. The games are designed to bring older adults and their families from the Sheffield community together to get active and socialise.

The Motion Community Games break down the barriers to people enjoying sport and exercise, allowing people of all ages to take part in some of the classic sports day tournaments such as the egg and spoon race.

Motion Exercise CIC, a social enterprise that believes in giving everyone the opportunity to lead a happy and healthy life is excited to announce that this event will be the first of 6 in 2023. Motion and partners at Sheffield City Trust and Golf in Society invite members of the community to get involved. The events are fun and free so why not grab a ticket now...

An activities coordinator from a local care home who came to the last Community Games with residents was asked what her favourite part of the day was. She responded:

“The social aspect of it, mingling with other care homes and the staff, they’ve made lovely friendships with you guys from Motion...Everyone will be talking about it for days and telling their families.”

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Mole beheads Dragon

SteelS recipientS of a generouS gift

club would like to thank Peter Kenney for the generous gift which has allowed us to buy new media equipment.

“Both Peter and Marina have been fantastic volunteers for the club and are a model for all of us who work in nonleague football. We are very grateful that Mr Kenney continues to support the club by giving us this gift which will help us to improve the fan experience at Stocksbridge.

“With this new media equipment, we now have plans in place to increase the amount of video we provide. We want to show highlights of our other teams as well as provide more insight into the running of a non-league club.

Sport students rally on

Barnsley College Sport students have taken part in a fiveweek tennis leader course in partnership with professional coaches from the Lawn Tennis Association.

The course enabled the students to learn how to adapt the version of tennis, which is specifically designed to give young people with a disability the chance to play and compete in the sport. It provided Sport students with the opportunity to work with young disabled people and provided the invaluable hands-on experience of being involved in a sporting event.

Stocksbridge Park Steels will have more coverage of the club than ever follow ing a gift from President Peter Kenney made in tribute to his late wife Marina. Club President Peter Kenney volunteered alongside his wife Marina for three decades at the club. Mrs Kenney volunteered in the club kitchen helping serve hungry football fans before later working alongside her husband in the committee welcoming guests and opposition directors. She would pass away in March, with the club paying tribute to her long service before the match against Cleethorpes Town. Peter Kenney is the President of Stocks-

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The club is now very grateful for a generous gift from Mr Kenney which has been made in tribute to his late wife. This gift has allowed Stocksbridge to purchase new media equipment including their own camcorder. Currently, Stockbridge showcases their highlights and interviews with manager Ian Richards but this new equipment will allow more games to be filmed as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes films which will show fans how a non-league club is run.

Stocksbridge Park Steels Media Manager Adam Allcroft said: “Myself and the

“We already provide highlights of our first team, live commentary on our YouTube channel and coverage on our website and social media channels. So with this new media equipment, we hope to take our coverage to the next level where football fans across South Yorkshire can always see what is happening at Stocksbridge Park Steels.”

Caption: Club President Peter Kenney (M) presents the new camcorder to Stocksbridge Media Manager Adam Allcroft (L) and Stocksbridge Committee Member and Volunteer David Bradley (R). Photo by Ian Revitt.

The games have been shown to develop teamwork, co-ordination, cognitive and social skills amongst our Learning for Living and Work (LfLW) students. The LfLW department supports students with learning disabilities or difficulties to prepare them for independent living or supported employment.

Alice Robson, Head Coach at the Lawn Tennis Association, said: “It has been a pleasure working with Barnsley College students. They have taken on feedback well and applied themselves to developing their skills. It was fantastic to see

how they adapted the session to give students with learning disabilities the most success and gain enjoyment out of the session.

“The skills that Sport students have developed during the tennis leader course are transferrable to any sport they wish to pursue a career in.”

Amanda Sowerby, Physical Activity and Sports Co-ordinator at Barnsley College, added: “By completing this course, the students developed their selfconfidence, leadership skills and enhanced their future employment prospects. All the students involved in organising and taking part have been enthusiastic, helpful and willing to learn. They should be really proud of themselves.” For more information about our Sport courses visit www. barnsley.ac.uk/sport or email info@barnsley.ac.uk

Alternatively, visit our Open Days on Saturday 14 January, 10.00am-2.00pm. Visit www. barnsley.ac.uk/events for details about the event.

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Scrappy defeat for church

battling, 1-0 away win at Hallam at the weekend.

Sebastian Bolton made his debut upfront for Church on a blustery night.

Thackley kicked off and the ball went straight out for a Church throw in. The swirling wind gusted across the pitch and looked like it would disrupt long-ball football.

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Thackley 2-1 Penistone Church FC

Report by Martin Webb

Last week Church welcomed striker Sebastian Bolton on loan from Morecambe FC

After a brief spell with Sheffield FC Seb has joined Church on loan till the end of the season.

Also the Wentworth Pewter Player of the Month for January was defender Ryan Johnson (Picured)

Thackley had 18 pointsing a strong start to their season. However, they then fell away with 10 points from a possible 36. Their recent form is mixed with an impressive 4-3 away win at Garforth, followed by a home defeat to Goole, and then a thumping 7-2 victory over Bottesford Town. Church on the other hand have scored 27 goals, and gained 25 points from the last 9 league matches. This twice postponed match was a great test for Church's fitness and resolve following their

Thackley won the first corner of the match after 4 minutes, but did not convert the 8-yard volley at the near post.

Half time Thackley 0-0 PCFC

Church were straight at Thackley from the start and a corner from the left after less than a minute of the restart was fired over at the near post. Church then split the Thackley defence twice in quick succession, but again could not finish. The first

attempt. 3 minutes later a deflected Thackley shot hit the Church bar.

After 65 minutes Jordan Coduri in midfield was replaced by Danny Howes. Church defended two corners in a couple of minutes. Two minutes later Sebastian Bolton was replaced by Reece High.

Goal 71 minutes.

A back pass to Ambler’s right bobbled Thackley worked the ball into the box and Frankie Sinfield finished to the centre of the goal to Ambler’s left.

A lively response from Church saw them continue to dominate and Reece High had a goal line clearance deny him the equaliser.

After 75 minutes. Eddie Newsome was replaced by Tom Brear. Church continued to dominate with corners a free kicks and tantalising crosses, but Thackley were just

A poor Church clearance came down from above

the floodlights, Ambler could not cope with the bounce. Tom Greaves tucked the bouncing ball into the right of goal from 5 yards.

A Church cross was hooked into the goal by Ryan Johnson from 12 yards out.

Thackley 2-1 PCFC

Full Time Thackley 2-1 PCFC

Church’s run of unbeaten games ended in a frustrating match to watch, where the better team was beaten by a couple of rather scruffy goals.

Tuesday 14 th February 2023

Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup – Quarter Final

Sheffield FC v Penistone Church

Kick off 7-45 pm

Thackley 2-0 PCFC

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The second half saw Legion enjoy the majority of possession and come close to equalising several times, hitting the post and forcing good saves from the Inter keeper.

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Inter took the lead early on when a defensive mix up led to a tap in for the Inter

Fast times at Dewsbury 10k

Perfect conditions for running lead to some strong performances at the fast flat Dewsbury 10k.

First back for Penistone was Andrew Heppenstall in 34-12, he was closely followed by Ben Malcolm who recorded a pb of 34-18. They were rewarded with top 20 places in the men’s over40 category.

Third back was Will Hoyland in 35-12. Stand out performance came from Andrew Pearson who claimed first place in the men’s over55 age category in a time of 35-49. Andrew’s time was also a club record.

Matt Robinson claimed fifth place in the same age category in 37-24. Thirteen Penistone runners in total competed in the event which attracts some of the best athletes in the country due to the possibility of gaining a personal best.

Sarah Walch had an excellent run to claim third lady at the Saltburn Marathon.

The route is mainly off road and is actually nearly 29 miles in distance.

Rachael Mayston picked up first place in the ladies over45 category at the Chesterfield 5k. Rachael’s time was 20-38.

At the Cod Beck Canter Damian Kilpin was 12th overall and first in the men’s over45 category.

On the parkrun scene George Parr (18-18) was first at the Penistone Parkrun and James Mumford (18-20) was first at the Dewsbury parkrun.

There were two junior parkrun first places, Lauren Lees (9-13)

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at Tolson and Monty Hallam (9-32) at Shelley. Second place at the Tolson junior parkrun went to Lauren’s sister Millie in a time of 9-48.

Results

Barnsley parkrun

39, Alan Knox 25-14; 45, Michael Walsh 26-00; 72, Lisa Hinchliffe 28-05; 81, Daniel Batty 29-07; 85, Susan Hall 29-32; 86, Stuart Smith 29-33; 113, Raymond Brown 32-51.

Penistone parkrun

1, George Parr 18-18; 7, An gus Dimelow 20-58; 10, Dan iel Limb 21-49; 19, Daniel Cooper 23-05; 44, Peter John Claydon 25-05; 49, Carl Mat thewman 25-58; 53, Emma Stead 26-35; 66, Peter Stanley 28-13; 71, Andrew Taylor 2839; 77, Rory O'Sullivan 29-50; 111, Sarah Clough 34-53; 114, Martyn Cartwright 36-05.

Dewsbury 10k

77, Andrew Heppenstall 3412; 83, Ben Malcolm 34-18; 126, Will Hoyland 35-12; 147, Martin Ball 35-42; 156, An drew Pearson 35-49; 240, Matt Robinson 37-24; 491, Simon Pike 40-54; 753, Nick Pepper 43-54; 867, Michael Nicholson 45-59; 871, Steve Owen 46-03; 1027, Peter Beever 4824; 1151, Keith Gordon 50-05; 2085, John Spencer 1-11-39. No Walk in the Park Chesterfield 5k

4, Rachael Mayston 20-38.

Only a few weeks ago, Look Local reported on a local cyclist becoming junior British Champion.

Imogen Wolff, now 17, and from Silkstone Common represented her country over the weekend.

Representing Great Britain, the college student competed for Junior Women GB team at the World Cyclocross championships in Hoogerheide, Holland.

For much of the race Imogen was inside the top 20 but due some mechanical issues with her bike finished a creditable 23rd which was 3-37mins behind race winner Isabella Holmgren of Canada. At just 17 Imogen has a bright and exciting future in cycling.

Junior training to start again

With no game over the weekend, Globe Holidays sponsored Stocksbridge Rugby will be looking forward to their trip to near neighbours Rotherham Phoenix this coming Saturday in the next round of fixtures in the Yorkshire 4 Counties competition.

Head Coach Andy Lawrence will be hopeful of a full squad to select from for this tough but nevertheless winnable clash in Herringthorpe, with the next home fixture scheduled for 25th February against Knaresborough, with a 2.15pm kick off.

Meanwhile attention turns to the Club’s Junior section who will resume their outdoor training at Coal Pit Lane from this Wednesday starting at 5.30pm, and from 12th February, Junior Training will also return to Sunday mornings with an 11am start time.

This is to fall into line with other Club’s & the traditional junior training/match scheduling. All local juniors are welcome to attend, any age and abilities are welcome.

60th Anniversary

Interest is growing in the Club’s 60th Anniversary Celebration planned for the 4th March, after the Leeds Mods league fixture with many current and former players confirming their attendance. Places are still available from the Clubhouse or from organiser Julian Wilkinson on 07736 905176, the picture shows a few old faces at a reunion in the early 1980’s, although there maybe a few more grey hairs & extra pounds when the event comes around this time.

Stocksbridge Park Steels’ unbeaten run ended in an underwhelming way as they fell 1-0 to Consett.

The first half was not one that was going to thrill many as

Steels 0-1 Consett

back to Scott Fenwick, but he could only stab the ball wide.

Fenwick had another chance later on from close range, but an outstretched Ben Townsend was able to save it well.

the break and Consett goalkeeper Ross Coombe was caught out of his box, with him coming together with Ify Ofoegbu. While the Steels were annoyed they couldn’t continue the game as they looked to make the most of it, it was a serious injury that saw Coombe replaced by Mark Foden.

both sides struggled to create chances with the defences coming out on top. The first big chance fell to Consett as Stocksbridge were unable to clear their lines, leading to a dangerous ball coming

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At the other end of the pitch, Stocksbridge were struggling to create many clear-cut opportunities. Their biggest chance came from a free kick with Tomas Poole standing other it. He tried to chip the ball to catch the goalkeeper out at the near post, but it went over.

The big incident in the first half was unfortunately an injury. Stocksbridge were on

In the second half, Consett started off as the better team but it was a break which helped them to take the lead. They quickly took control of the ball, sent it downfield and while the initial shot was well blocked by Charlie Oglesby, the ball fell to Calvin Smith who was able to fire it into the back of the net.

Stocksbridge tried to rally and extra energy was added to the team when Luke Rawson and Dylan Youmbi came on to try and rescue a point. It was Youmbi who caused the problems, who cut outside while in the box before firing

the ball onto the near post. Ross Goodwin charged in to try and knock in the rebound but there seemed to be a force field around the Consett goal as it was stopped before going out for a goal kick.

There was some controversy at the end as despite a major stoppage due to a fracas between the players due to Lewis Macaskill going for a ball substitute goalkeeper Mark Foden already had, there were only four minutes of stoppage

time which prevented Stocksbridge from launching more attacks than they would have anticipated. This meant Stocksbridge lost for the first time since they faced Worksop Town in November.

Photo: Thomas Poole attempts to find a way through by Myra Little