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city launches building skills hub Continuing on from the success of ‘The Building Block’ programme, a new construction learning hub will open its doors at Harborough Avenue on 26 September. Situated next to the major Sheffield Housing Company (SHC) development in S2, the ambitious programme is coordinated by Sheffield City Council and is part of the Construction Skills Fund (CSF). It has already seen more than 85 people successfully move into full time construction work in just 6 months, providing local people with local jobs. With a shortage of construction workers in Sheffield, the initiative has provided a big boost to the city, supporting the council’s ambition to build 10,000 new homes over the next 10 years. Ellie was working

as a hairdresser before beginning her training with The Building Block. Now a full time bricklayer, Ellie credits the learning hub for helping her spark a new career. She said: “I wasn’t challenged enough as a hairdresser and I was speaking to my partner one evening who told me about a training course his boss was supporting alongside Sheffield City Council – The Building Block. I looked into it and thought immediately how great an opportunity this was to start a new career. I loved attending the hub; everyone on the course was in the same situation as me, looking to get started in a new career and so we all bonded over that. I was learning new skills every day and I felt a huge sense of

satisfaction knowing I was getting closer to my goal of becoming a bricklayer. I’m now fortunate enough to work as a bricklayer full time! I started with work experience on a new housing development at Manor Boot; my employers were so impressed with my work ethic I was inundated with offers of employment. I now really enjoy coming to work every day and I can’t envisage myself doing anything else.” Launched in October 2018 and delivered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), the £22m Construction Skills Fund is funded by the Department for Education (DfE).The scheme has given organisations the opportunity to create 26 learning ‘hubs’ across the country, with the aim

of training more than 13,000 people to be ready for employment in the construction industry by March 2020. The hubs provide life-changing opportunities to start a career in construction, with particular focus on the longterm unemployed, career changers and unrepresented groups. Councillor Abtisam Mohamed, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills at Sheffield City Council, said: “Ellie’s story is great – it is fantastic that the council has enabled her to train in construction and find a new career where she is happy and fulfilled. The hub is a good way for local people to work in local jobs. Not only does The Building Block scheme provide people with very desirable qualifications, they are also gaining crucial work experience, giving

them the very best start in their new career.” Steve Radley, Policy Director of the Construction Industry Training Board, said: “Sheffield City Council has an ambitious plan to supply the city with 10,000 new homes over the next 10 years, and to successfully achieve that target it is crucial that new talent is recruited into the local construction industry. We’ve seen a fantastic response from local employers as they continue to recruit from the Building Block learning hub. We look forward to seeing further trainees placed in full time employment and helping to further regenerate the city of Sheffield.”

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I couldn’t work out how to fasten my seatbelt. Then it clicked. If you’ve never worn a blindfold when playing darts before then you should try it, You don’t know what you’re missing! Approverypriate! Sorry.. that was very in appropriate. Did you hear about the Baker who got an electric shock? He stepped on a bun and a currant shot up his leg. What’s blue and not very heavy? Light blue. What do you call a man with a map on his head? Miles. I approached a very beautiful woman in the supermarket and said.. “I’ve lost my wife here, can you talk to me for a couple of minutes?” “Why?” “Because every time I talk to a beautiful woman my wife appears out of nowhere.” A man is recovering in hospital after being struck by falling jigsaw puzzle boxes. Police are piecing the evidence together as we speak. Just found out my uncle has left me a stately home in his will. I have no idea where Sod Hall is, I’m just off to Google it now!

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breast cancer - the warning signs Experts say that women should begin to regularly check their breasts for signs of the disease in their 20s. It’s the second most common cause of death for women, and rates are increasing – but do you actually know how to spot the early signs of breast cancer? New research has shed light on the genetics of the disease, and scientists believe they are now closer than ever to discovering exactly why some women develop breast cancer and others don’t. The OncoArray Consortium, which is the largest collective investigation on the genetics of the disease, has uncovered 65 new gene variants that appear to be responsible for increasing the risk. The results, published in science journals Nature and Natural Genetics, suggest around one in five women are at greater risk of contracting breast cancer because of mutations in their genes – which can be passed on through their families. While we may be closer than ever to understanding breast cancer’s origins, it’s still important to be vigilant when it comes to checking yourself regularly at home, no matter what age you are. Around one in eight women in the UK will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime, yet many do not know the signs and symptoms that they need to look out for. So we spoke to Dr Jasmine Just from Cancer Research UK, to find out what you should be looking out for. 1. Breast lump The first symptom of breast cancer for many women is a lump in their breast – but that shouldn’t be cause for immediate panic, as it may not necessarily be cancerous. Many of the symptoms of breast cancer, such as lumps, may in fact be caused by normal breast changes. In fact, 9 out of 10 breast lumps are benign (not cancerous). If you do spot a lump, however, you should book in to see your GP straight away to put your fears at ease. 2. Change in size, shape or feel of a breast The best thing to do is to regularly check your breasts to get a feel for what’s normal for you. Remember: everyone’s breasts are different shapes and sizes, so the more you check, the easier it will be to identify any changes. You may find that your breast might look bigger or have a different shape than usual. It also might feel different, but many healthy women find that their breasts feel lumpy and

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Join us in the centre of industrial Sheffield for a photography walk around the historic city. You’ll be guided by one of Wessex Heritage experts who will be pointing out the city’s most interesting subject matter, alongside our professional photographer, who will offer hints and tips about making the most of your camera and the landscape around you. We’ll be taking in the changing landscape of Sheffield’s city centre, with insights into the patterns of regeneration and development that have led to the diverse mix of old and new we see today. What will I need? This walk is designed for those with an interest in photography, looking to broaden their skills and seek out new subjects. You will need to bring your own camera equipment with you. We recommend carrying light, as the walk

will take around 45 minutes. Where will we walk? The walk will be a circular route, starting and ending in the same place in the centre of Sheffield in the main square outside the train station. Wessex Archaeology representatives will be clearly marked in branded high visibility jackets. The walk will encompass a manageable 45 minute to 1 hour route. It will incorporate short stops at buildings and areas of interest to discuss the buildings, heritage and take photographs. How much does it cost? The walks cost £15 per person. Wessex Archaeology is a registered educational charity and all proceeds will be used for public benefit initiatives. The walk will be held on Saturday October 5th, at 10:00am, meeting in the main square outside the railway station.

ISSUE 1338 02/10/2019

survey reveals level of unclaimed help

• 98% of working parents in Yorkshire feel that childcare costs are too high • Incomes can’t cope with increasing childcare costs - nearly a fifth of those earning more than £40,000 per annum say childcare is unaffordable • 88% of part-time working parents in Yorkshire would consider working more hours if childcare costs were cheaper • 86% would be more likely to work for a company offering to pay into a childcare account • Nearly half of working parents in the region are unaware that tax-free childcare even exists A new survey has revealed that nearly half (48%) of working parents in Yorkshire are unaware that the government-backed Tax-Free Childcare scheme exists and could be missing out on hundreds of pounds in support. Despite being launched in April 2017 to replace Childcare Vouchers, which were closed to new applicants last October, many working parents are struggling to balance childcare costs with office hours, with 98% in the region stating that childcare costs are too high. The survey, which was carried out by Perrys Chartered Accountants to raise awareness of the tax benefits that working parents might be missing out on, also revealed that 88% of part-time workers with children would consider working longer hours if costs for childcare were cheaper. Childcare costs are notoriously high in the UK, with the average charge for sending a child under two to nursery equating to £127 per week for 25 hours (part-time). As a proportion of a family’s net income, on average 33% of outgoings will go towards paying for childcare. This is up to 29% higher compared with other countries in Europe. The UK’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme allows parents to get up to £2,000 per child, per year to help cover childcare costs. Declan McCusker, who is a Partner at Perrys Chartered Accountants, said: “Despite the introduction of Tax-Free Childcare it seems many parents are missing out. This is a concern, particularly when the majority of working parents find it difficult to pay for childcare during school holidays, when costs per child can more than double.” Kate Clifford is a part-time working parent with three children. She said: “Since I returned to employment, my husband and I haven’t taken time off together. We share our annual leave in order to reduce the costs of childcare during the school holidays. It can be incredibly expensive with three children attending a club daily during a five-day week. Fortunately, the company I work for is flexible and allows me to work my hours around childcare arrangements to help me to minimise costs. However, not every working parent has this option. It’s hard balancing parenting and working hours, and it becomes even more difficult when childcare costs are so high.” Declan added: “I’d recommend parents review their options. They might be eligible for certain benefits to help cover the costs of childcare, including Tax-Free Childcare, which they either don’t know about or think they can’t claim.”

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The tradition of throwing confetti is an old Pagan rite to wish the newlyweds a fruitful union. This tradition has been carried on through the centuries, and throughout the world. In Italy, it is traditional to throw nuts, raisins or petals to promote

fertility and prosperity, and in many countries it’s tradition to throw rice. In modern times, it has become common practice to throw paper and petals over the newlyweds. It is thought that Ann Landers, an American

columnist, is to thank for this after she invented a story saying that birds were exploding after eating dried rice at weddings. Paper confetti has traditionally been used for many years, and comes in almost every colour you can think

of. Foil can also be used. Vintage wedding confetti is a popular choice think Shakespeare, Pride and Prejudice, or your favourite piece of music. Bubbles are a great alternative and look great on camera. Bubbles are ecofriendly, just make sure they won’t stain your wedding dress! Petals are also eco-friendly. They are becoming ever more popular as they are long lasting, biodegradable and smell great too.

Balloon releases are a great alternative. They can include little messages and are visually beautiful, with a retro feel. Animal releases are perfect for anyone wanting something a little different and special. From doves to butterflies, these make a great addition to any wedding. Before deciding on what you want, speak to your church and venue, as some do not allow certain types of confetti.

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From intimate to extravagant, traditional to unique, Wortley Hall is at your service and dedicated to creating an unforgettable wedding day that you and your guests will remember for years to come. Wortley Hall was originally the ancestral home of the Earl of Wharncliffe, and boasts a number of individually designed ceremony and dining rooms, all with original features in and timeless wedding venue where keeping with the history and heritage you are the star. of the building. The Stately Home We know that every detail is imporof Wortley Hall is situated within tant to you when organising your 26 acres of beautiful formal gardens wedding day, and we will be here evand woodlands, which makes for a ery step of the way to help you make very picturesque wedding venue and your dreams become reality. We are provides the most breath-taking backdrop for your wedding photography. confident that our dedicated, personal Picture you and your guests strolling service from our experienced team, as well as exquisite food and excelon our terrace and gardens amidst the perfectly maintained floral beds lent attention to detail will all ensure on our beautiful Yorkshire estate, that every element runs smoothly. your favourite songs playing, a glass Wortley Hall is a truly special Yorkof chilled prosecco in hand and our shire wedding venue, the perfect expert waiting staff serving you a sesetting to celebrate your wedding day lection of your individually selected canapés. As a truly charming York- with the people you love. shire stately home set on a stunning You can view the wonderful facilities estate, Wortley Hall is a magical set- at the upcoming Wedding Fayre & ting for your special day; an elegant Open Day on Sunday 13th October.

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Give QUITTING a go this STOPTOBER Stop smoking for 28 days and join thousands of others doing the same this October. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health but many smokers who want to quit are not sure about the best way to go about it. Relying on willpower alone is the least effective way to stop. You can boost your chance of success by getting some support. Choose the support that’s right for you and join thousands of others to stop smoking this October.

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You could benefit from talking to a trained advisor and give yourself the best chance of quitting successfully. Expert support and advice that’s matched to your specific needs. Local and accessible.

Contact Yorkshire Smoke Free Sheffield on 0114 3216149 for further information.

Let’s Build Health Grants: North Sheffield Let’s Build Health Grants (up to £1,000) are available to help create opportunities and develop local activity that improve health and wellbeing across the four People Keeping Well Partnerships (PKW): BURNGREAVE

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We want to allocate funding for activities in these areas which support the overall aims of the PKW Community Partnership, including (not exhaustive): · Increased awareness of and involvement in community activities · Increased uptake of volunteering opportunities · Increased participation and awareness of the benefits of green space and physical activity · Improved understanding of ways to live a healthy life. Note. Limited funds are available so apply soon to avoid disappointment. Deadline: Monday 4th November 12:00pm • Panel Meeting (& decision): Week commencing Monday 11th November 2019

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‘A hilarious and heartfelt celebration of the life and songs of one of this country’s finest and funniest wordsmiths. Highly entertaining whether you are discovering Jake for the first time, or an ardent fan.’ The late Jake Thackray is being increasingly acknowledged as one of the greatest English songwriters of the twentieth century, a unique talent, whose songs are full of poetry, wit, irreverence and humanity. His intelligent and hilarious lyrics, talent for storytelling, clever wordplay, occasional, artful use of vulgarity and surreal imagination delighted many viewers and outraged some.

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rounding off the season at crich tramway village Crich Tramway Village is taking part in the international event ‘The Big Draw Festival’ and this year’s theme ‘Drawn to Life’ focuses on creativity for health and wellbeing. Visitors will be able to get involved in drawing at Crich on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October. On the Sunday, in addition to the full-size electric trams, there will be a chance to see the

David Gould tram models in operation in the Exhibition Hall. The ever- popular Starlight Event, with illuminations and trams running in the dark into the early evening, runs from Monday 28th October to Saturday 2nd November 2019. There will be varied activities each day with fun for all the family, including ‘Crich’s Greatest Show’ where children can enter a draw

to switch on the Illuminations on the Monday. An Enchanted Forest trail along the woodland walk will take place all week (weather permitting). The daily programme of family events can be found on the website. Sunday 3rd November is the last day of the 2019 season when National Lottery players who purchase tickets between Monday 28th October and Saturday 2nd

November can use them to gain free admission at Crich Tramway Village. These can be for any National Lottery game including scratch cards for that week. The new season will open on Saturday 14th March 2020 with more exciting events planned for next year. For opening dates and times visit: www.tramway. co.uk or call 01773 854321.

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The Upbeat Beatles are second to none - powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship. The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business. There isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why! No other band can perform this song like the Upbeat Beatles! The show takes you through the Fab Four’s long and winding road from the early Cavern days through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road, with narrative and full multi-media presentation. If you love the Beatles you’ll love this show, and if you don’t love the Beatles you’ll love this show!

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we weren’t, but what does that have to do with fishing anyway I hear you ask? with Clint Walker Everything, but why? Why has Thomas Cook gone under after a prestigious 178 A difficult week for me this week as I’ve year tenure? Bad management? Possibly. been made redundant. Brexit? Also, possibly. How about For some years, I’ve been trying to get changing retail and buying trends that a ‘foot in the door’ within the travel the company failed to adapt to, resulting in competitors taking market share and sector, and after getting through a tough an endless cycle of cash flow problems, job interview just two months ago, was enjoying life as a Thomas Cook employee repayment of bad debts and spiralling interest rates? Definitely, and fishing is in before the devastating collapse of the danger of going the same way… company resulted in thousands of job losses, and shattered dreams and holidays I am fed up of seeing anglers on social media pleading with fellow consumers for many. It happened without warning, to ‘buy local’ or ‘support your local and I, like many of my colleagues went independent’. These are the very same to bed on Sunday, not knowing if we anglers (and I suspect, both you and I) were at work the following day; sadly, who are then guilty of net surfing to find the cheapest possible price to buy that new reel, or match pole, or set of carp rods. This is not just an observation; talk to your tackle shop owner, and he will tell you that prospective purchasers will enter the shop, ‘tyre kick’ a product, then either find it cheaper online and buy it, or come NEW AND USED FISHING TACKLE back to the store with an online price

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save now will be lost in years to come when we can’t nip into the local shop for a packet of hooks, a pint of maggots or a new float. When the high street retail market is destroyed, you won’t be able to get items with free postage anymore, your options for making purchases will be confined to one or two with the means to hold mountains of stock in warehouses bought at prices that the small shops can only dream of and it will be our fault; but you will no longer get the benefit of great prices found online… and why should you? Businesses exist to make money, and once dominance is achieved, they make even more… Competition law is there for a reason, to protect the market, to protect the retailer, but for some reason, it seems that it is failing somewhat within the angling retail sector. More and more shops go to the wall as one brand grows with expansion following expansion, and acquisition after acquisition, but we still perpetuate the cheap deal… in time, I think it will all come crashing down, and we’ll only have ourselves to blame; food for thought methinks… Don’t believe me? Well look what has happened to the holiday sector. Thomas Cook go bust, and within hours, other companies have pushed up prices to profit from an increased demand from consumers who now have less choice so who suffers? We do…. told you so!

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warne bemoans lack of creativity Millers chief Paul Warne was frustrated with his side’s efforts as they made the long trek home emptyhanded, following a narrow goal defeat at the hands of Bristol Rovers. Former Rotherham striker Jonson Clarke-Harris rubbed salt into Millers wounds as his second-half strike proved the difference between the sides, in a largely uninspiring affair at the Memorial Stadium. In a fairly even first

period, Rangers loanee Jake Hastie came closest for the Millers – with a fine effort which brought a fingertip save from Anssi Jaakkola before fizzing a dangerous centre across the Rovers goalmouth. However, ClarkeHarris’ fierce drive, just three minutes into the second half, gave Rovers the impetus and the home side never looked back although sub Matt Olosunde almost earned the Millers a share of the

spoils, in the dying minutes, with a rasping effort which brought another fine save from Jaakkola. Speaking to the assembled media afterwards, Warne admitted that his side struggled to regain their rhythm

following Rovers’ opener while conceding that they were punished for not making the most of their firsthalf opportunities. “When we did get the ball down and played in the first-half we created

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DANIELS ENJOYS HIS DEBUT AS ROVERS TAKE A POINT ON THE ROAD Defender Donervon Daniels felt Rovers were good value for their point away at unbeaten Coventry City on Saturday. Rovers led through skipper Ben Whiteman’s first-half strike before being pegged back late on at St. Andrew’s but Daniels feels that, despite the disappointment of conceding late, his side can take heart from another strong performance on the road. “It was a well earned point, obviously there’s a bit of disappointment not to hold on to all three points but I felt

we all defended really well and everyone in the team did their bit to get the point,” he said. “We had a few chances to seal the game at the start of the second half where on another day that could take the game away from them, but every man worked hard and put their body on the line here. We’ll take the point away from home against a difficult side, we can move on now and we can have a really positive outlook when we reflect on it.” Daniels joined Rovers from Sky Bet Championship

side Luton Town at the beginning of September and started competitively for the first time in the 1-1 draw against the Sky Blues, and he is hoping to see his hard-work pay off over the next few months with a decent run in the side. “I’ve been working hard since I came here to try and force my way in, I’d played a couple behind closed doors games to get myself up to speed - I’ve put in a lot of work to get myself back out on the pitch and the gaffer said he trusted me to go out and perform,” he

added. “I enjoyed the game and personally I’m pleased with how I did for my first start of the season, now I want to try and consolidate that. It was a really good defensive performance from everyone, though. I didn’t really have a pre-season so when the opportunity to come here and work hard with a good bunch of lads came up I was happy to take the chance, I want to help us climb up the table as much as I can and am looking forward to putting in some hard work over the next few months.”

big bang back at the keepmoat Doncaster’s biggest firework display, the Big Bang, once again will be held at the Keepmoat Stadium for 2019. The stadium will display a thrilling funfair with two firework displays for its 10th year in a row. On Tuesday November 5 the event will start off at 5pm as Roger Tuby & Son Funfairs open in the sequence of

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8:45pm. Tickets are on sale at the Club Doncaster Box Office from 12noon on Monday September 30 and online at tickets. clubdoncaster.co.uk. This is the event you don’t want to miss with prices starting at £3 per person (when purchased in advance), with children under one metre tall going free. A family ticket for two adults and two

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chances.” Warne remarked. “We put loads of balls across the six-yard box but we didn’t get in on any of them. They had chances but the chance they did score from was inexcusable. We get frustrated but there is still 40 minutes left in the game. We still should have had

control and passed it but we didn’t and that is the most disappointing thing for me.” Despite the disappointing nature of the score line in Gloucestershire, Warne admits that Bristol Rovers will be a tough proposition for the majority of

Sky Bet League One opponents, on their home patch, by remarking that his side found the going tough, for large periods of the game. “I think we just got outmuscled really, which I hate to say.” Warne added.“We have no divine right to come here and win the game.

They have not lost a home game all season. They are a hard team to play against. They frustrated us really well and defended well on all the setpieces. We did not look menacing on any set-pieces and they deservedly won the game.”

LOCAL FOOTBALL County Senior Leagues with Michael Clarke

This week in the County Senior League saw the return of the League Cup, with the first eight games of the 1st Round taking place, plus a smattering of league fixtures. League Cup 1st Round The result of the round came at the Kinsley Timber Stadium, where Division Two’s Kinsley Boys beat High Green Villa of the Premier Division 1-0. Will Kemp scored the only for Kinsley. A hat-trick from Matthew Thornton helped last years’ League Cup winners North Gawber Colliery to a 4-0 win over United Worksop at Manton Athletic Sports Club. Sheffield FC Reserves of Division Two dispatched Ardsley Athletico of Division One from the competition, with an impressive 3-0 win at 5ives Soccer. Goals from Rajyon Moore, Deji Alabi (2), Thomas Eclapier, Manny Katundu (2) and Kyron Richards gave Wakefield AFC a 7-2 victory over Burngreave FC at the Firvale Academy. A brace from Daniel Barlow helped inspire Dodworth Miners Welfare to a 4-0 away win over Jubilee Sports Development. There was a 12 goal thriller between Division One sides Handsworth Reserves and Wombwell Town at Oliver’s Mount. Despite their inferior league position, Handsworth ran out 8-4 winners. Grimethorpe LLFC booked their place in the second round, as goals from Ryan Eastwood, Joe Gorner, Neil Johnson and Ashley Mills gave them a 4-0 home win over Jubilee Sports. Sheffield Union put their winless start to the league season to one side, as a goal from Bradley Sugden was enough to give them a 1-0 win against fellow Division One outift Kiveton Park. Wragg League (Over 35s / Over 45s) with A. Royston

PREMIER DIVISION Newly promoted Dinnington Town are finding life hard in the Premiership picking up just one point from their first three games, this time it was Caribbean who took advantage grabbng a 6-3 away win ,with Stocks having a field day scoring five times, and one from Wright. Dinnington fought hard and scored three times through Toseland 2 and Woodrup. The only other game in this Division was between Rossington Main and Fossills Fc,and it was Rossington who came out on top winning by 4-1,Simm 2 Henderson and Mullins being the other scorers. DIVISION 1 Scawthorpe Club had a field day against Denaby United,winning by 8-1,Vicarage scored four times and teir was doubles for Laidlow and Ferguson. Thorncliffe travelled to play Swinton Athletic and they were delghted with the result a 4-1 away win,Elson 2, Bird and Fogarty The other game in this division was a 2-1 home win for Royston Oakwood against West End Terriers.

Premier Division Whilst eyes were on the League Cup, AFC Penistone Church fired themselves to the top of the Premier Division in style. Goals from Mitch Savage (3), Reece High (2), Tim Council (2) and Callum Lee gave Penistone a 8-0 away win over Frecheville Davys. In the Premier Division’s only other game, Houghton Main were 1-0 winners away against Oughtibridge WMSC. Division One Goals from Mark Hemsley and Jamie Lawson gave AFC Dronfield a 2-0 away win over South Kirkby Colliery. Dronfield’s 19 points from eight games is enough to take them back to the summit of Division One. Matt Cork was the star of the show at Wombwell Main Cricket Club. Cork scored three times for Sheffield Medics, as they beat Wombwell Main Development 4-1. Denaby Main stretched their unbeaten run to three matches, with a 2-0 win over New Bohemians at the UPVC Trade Centre Ground. Division Two It wasn’t just pouring rain in Division Two, but goals as well. League leaders South Elmsall United Services dropped their first points of the season, as they were held to a 4-4 draw away against Frecheville. Swinton Athletic Reserves moved within a point of South Elmsall, after a 6-1 away win over Thurcroft Miners Institute. Athersley Recreation Reserves made it back-toback wins for the first time this season, with a big 8-1 win over Burngreave FC Reserves at Sheerien Park. Silkstone United winless start to the season sadly continued, as they were beaten 3-1 at the M-Tec Stadium by Houghton Main Reserves.

DIVISION 2 Joker Over 35s continued with their good run of form and it was Oughtibridge who were the resipriants losng by 6-1,Woofenden 2, McVeigh Summervile Silk and Bieby with the others,Skuba pulling one back for Oughtibridge. AFC Dronfield won at home against Woodhouse West End by 4-1, Pindar 2,Chasemore and an own goal,Robertson for West End. High Green Vets and Penistone Church was called off by the green keeper because of waterlogged ground. 45s DIVISION 1 HSBC Bank followed up last weeks 7-1 wiin with the demolition of Dronfield Town (black) winning by 8-1, Husband 3, Taylor 2, Hine Haigh and an own goal, Johnson managing to pull one back for Dronfield. Fossil Vets won away at Ring O Bells by 7-1. 45s DIVISION 2 Dronfield Twn (red) and Old Edwardians switched the fixture round and Edwardians won by 5-4, scorers for Dronfield were Dexton 2,Marklin and Butler. Princess Royal won 3-2 away at Sheffield Aurora ,Heap 2 Hibert with the goals, Robinson 2 for Aurora

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happy riverside return for monk’s owls Garry Monk said it mattered not when the goals went in following the last-gasp leveller against Fulham last Saturday. And here at his former club Middlesbrough seven days later, the Owls scored four times in an exhilarating first half that secured a resounding win on Teesside. Barry Bannan was instrumental as a rampant Wednesday struck twice inside the opening six minutes, aiming a curling corner from which Adam Clayton guided into his own net before delivering a superb set piece for Dominic Iorfa to double the lead. Boro hit back through Paddy McNair but the

Owls regrouped in an instant for Adam Reach to also make a big impact on his old stamping ground. And still there was more from Monk’s men before the break as Steven Fletcher bagged his fifth goal of the season to put the game all but out of the home side’s reach. In an electrifying start for Wednesday, they hit the front after five minutes. Bannan’s corner was almost unplayable and Clayton could only glance past his own goalkeeper. It then got even better for the Owls just a minute later. This time Bannan picked out the advancing Iorfa with a splendid free kick and the latter stooped to head

home from six yards. The hosts had one option in a bid to recover from their nightmare beginning and that was to commit men forward. And on 19 minutes they halved the arrears when McNair slammed an unstoppable drive past Keiren Westwood on the half volley following a Clayton corner. But four minutes later, the visitors promptly restored their two-goal cushion. Atdhe Nuhiu rolled Reach into possession and the former Boro loanee shifted the ball onto his left foot and found the bottom corner to make it 3-1. It was all Wednesday and after Julian Borner missed the

target with a firm header, Fletcher went one better on 32 minutes. Reach was the architect, picking out the in-form Scot as the back stick and his downward effort arrowed beyond the stunned Darren Randolph. Boro had a mountain to climb in the second half and should have eased the ascent when Britt Assombalonga

was presented with two golden opportunities. First the striker skewed his shot from close range with the goal gaping before rounding Westwood moments later and somehow firing wide of the post on the angle. With those chances went the hosts’ realistic prospects of forging a comeback and it could have been all

over on the hour but Randolph did well to deny Moses Odubajo when the defender was sent through by substitute Massimo Luongo. Boro did their best to dictate the pace of the contest through the closing stages but the earlier damage was too much and Wednesday emerged with three very impressive points.

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Garry Monk hailed his side’s impressive 4-1 win at Middlesbrough but insists there is still room for improvement all over the field. Reflecting the high standards set by the new Wednesday manager, Monk was delighted with the way in which the Owls dismantled Boro before the break while highlighting areas for better things along the way. He said: “You have to be pleased with a 4-1 win away from home because this is an incredibly demanding division where there are no easy games. It was a devastating performance in the first half, the deliveries from

the set pieces and the finishing was exceptional. But I wasn’t pleased with their goal and how we conceded it. That shows that we can improve, we can get better. We can get better offensively and defensively but that’s the challenge and it’s a very exciting prospect at this massive club. But you can see the potential we have. I thought we put everything into that game, the players stuck to their tasks, they knew the gameplan and stuck to it to the letter. I looked at Middlesbrough and thought they are vulnerable from set pieces and quality deliveries and credit

to the players for putting that into practise.” Monk also paid tribute to the travelling army of Wednesdayites who made the trip to Teesside and offered their token outstanding support. He added: “They were magnificent all the way through and I’m delighted we’ve given them something to shout about today. I was lucky enough to have a short spell here as a player so I know just how big this club is and can be. The fans are a huge part of that process and to deliver a 4-1 win away from home is very satisfying.”

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all the plaudits but no points The Blades received a standing ovation at full-time against the European champions, having gone toe-totoe with Liverpool at the Lane, but unfortunately for United, Georginio Wijnaldum’s secondhalf strike proved to be the difference between the two teams. Liverpool enjoyed plenty of the ball in the opening minutes, but it was the Blades through McBurnie who had the first shot on target, after he’d cut inside Matip from the left. United continued to take the fight to the visitors, Robinson got the better of van Dijk, allowing Stevens to force a corner, but Egan could direct his header at the back post towards goal. On 21 minutes, United came within a whisker of taking the lead, Fleck picked out the run of Robinson and his shot had the beating of Adrian, only for it to fly inches wide of the far post. At the other end, Basham snuffed out the danger from Mane, before Stevens was robbed of possession by Salah, who curled an effort wide. The

noise inside the Lane was deafening at times as the Blades again threatened on the break, but with McBurnie lurking from Robinson’s clip into the box, van Dijk produced a timely headed intervention, before Robertson threw himself full length to block a shot from Lundstram. In the 34th minute, the Blades had a huge let off. Van Dijk launched a ball over the Blades defence, but clean through on goal, Mane couldn’t control his effort with only Henderson to beat. Robertson then fired wide after United had only half cleared a cross from the right. Moments later, the same player came even closer, hitting the post, after Salah and then Firmino had favourably bounces of the ball go their way. As one minute of injurytime was signalled by the fourth official, the Blades threatened again, but Matip headed clear ahead of McBurnie after Lundstram had got into a dangerous position at the back post from Stevens deep cross. Led by Fleck, United were quickly on the front foot at the beginning of

the second period, but again van Dijk stood between the Blades and a chance at goal, with Robinson jogging on the spot. The same combination threatened in United’s next attack, but again van Dijk intervened. McBurnie headed over from a promising position from Norwood’s flat corner, whilst at the other end there was brief concern as VAR quickly checked a challenge by Lundstram on Mane in the penalty area. On the hour, Robinson received a warm hand as he was replaced by Mousset and his pace almost paid instant dividends. He chased a pass into the channel before helping create a shooting opportunity for Norwood, which ended with Adrian saving at the expense of a corner. The Blades continued to push men forward. Fleck saw an effort from inside the area blocked, as did Lundstram, before Adrian collected Baldock’s cross at the near post. But on 70 minutes United fell behind, against the run of play. Origi’s cross landed kindly for WIJNALDUM whose

fanzine offers chance to support blades and local charities and sales so far have to St Luke’s Hospice SHEFFIELD United fans Mark Swift and George Battersby have proved they’re in a league of their own as they support two top Sheffield charities.The friends have launched their own football fanzine, Cuttin Edge Blades – and proceeds are going

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been buoyant, with the first two issues selling out completely. Copies of the magazine – which costs £3 including delivery - are available at the Cuttin Edge Blades Facebook page and there is also a Twitter feed @cuttinedgeblade “We were delighted when Mark and George approached us about launching this exciting new magazine and supporting us at the same time,” said St Luke’s Corporate Fundraising Manager Jack Kidder. “They’re already on to their third edition and we wish them every success as the season continues.”

volley squirmed under the body of Henderson and trickled into the net, but the Blades stopper reacted positively, denied Mane and then Salah in quick succession. And United’s number one came to the hosts rescue again moments later, denying Salah who had found himself through on goal after a stray pass by the Blades. The clock was ticking down and Adrian was booked for timewasting, before substitute Clarke got in behind van Dijk only to put his effort over the bar from close-range in front of an expectant Kop end. Four minutes of added time were signalled by fourth official Langford, which gave the Blades hope, but Liverpool saw the game out to cruelly deny the Blades something from a game they were more than it for long periods. Although the fans were delighted with the showing, Chris Wilder’s post-match nterview revealed his frustration at once more failing to take anything from a game in which they matched, and often dominated the visitors.

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