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Sheffield's Labour and Green leadership is at risk over the 'Zionism is Racism' motion

Council leader gives Greens ultimatum after "antisemitic" motion

Mrs Rachael Booth

School closed after headteacher rushed to hospital after heart attack

Yorkshire Wildlife Park will re-open on Friday, October 16 six days after William Chapman was mauled by a tiger and died.

Breaking Yorkshire Wildlife Park makes reopening announcement

Prime Minister Andy Burnham meets Claire Throssell. Credit: Marie Tidball

Prime Minister backs grieving mum's campaign after death of her sons

Robert Hanson, centre with white stick, at the declaration of the Firth Park ward result at the Sheffield City Council May 2026 elections.

Ex-Reform councillors set up new group

This is how the late William Chapman should be remembered - and how his grieving parents want to remember him

Tiger attack victim was diagnosed with schizophrenia, inquest hears

An inquest into William Chapman's death has been opened at Doncaster Civic Offices.

World's media descends on South Yorkshire after tiger death tragedy

William Chapman, who was mauled to death when he entered the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, in Doncaster

Wildlife Park makes announcement as inquest into tiger attack opens

Sheffield City Council are proposing a number of changes to roads around Northern General Hospital in a bid to tackle problem parking and improve traffic flow

Exclusive Parking crackdown on streets around Northern General Hospital

Northern General Parking

‘Nightmare’ parking at hospital as visitors share their experiences

Under the proposals, waiting would be prohibited at any time on parts of 10 roads, while parking on Firth Park Road and Stubbin Lane would be limited to one hour between 8am and 6.30pm, Monday to Saturday.

Residents divided over plans to tackle parking around Northern General

Coun Alexi Dimond, chair of the transport, regeneration and climate committee, said they were consulting on types of roads not individual roads or areas.

Council consults on new speed policy including 20mph city

Sheffield Indian restaurant wins the ‘Oscars of the curry industry’

Sheffield restaurant wins the 'Oscars of the curry industry'

Crookes and Crosspool councillor Minesh Parekh has said he is "pleased" about an ongoing consultation into new 20mph speed restrictions across Sheffield, adding: "Busy roads, particular those used by children walking to school, should be 20mph by default"

Councillor backs 20mph limits for "busy roads" amid speed review

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Sheffield Business

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

Air Haus has suddenly closed

Sheffield’s Air Haus breaks silence over sudden closure

Lush Meadowhall announces child-friendly Halloween Workshops

Lush Meadowhall to host child-friendly Halloween workshops (aff)

Air Haus has suddenly closed

Two families £500 out of pocket for Air Haus birthday party

TG Jones on Fargate, Sheffield, survived a round of closures.

Closure date for national retailer in blow for Sheffield city centre

American Pizza Slice, a new restaurant coming to Fargate in Sheffield city centre, is taking shape

New pizza restaurant taking shape on busy city centre street

A shop is lined up for the former Starbucks at the bottom of Fargate. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic media

Shop lined up to replace empty former Starbucks in prime location

Mayor Oliver Coppard has says he wants to create a "world-class" public transport service in South Yorkshire

Ask the Mayor - Q&A

The latest stories from The Star's monthly reader Q&A with South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard

Sheffield Crime

South Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about a man who has allegedly attempted to burgle a property in Sheffield.

Man attempting to enter properties prompts police appeal

File picture shows South Yorkshire Police at an incident, and a lit firework. Photo: Iconic Media / Adobe

'Reckless firework incident could have caused catastrophic injury'

Two injured: File picture shows police at a crime scene. Photo: David Kessen

Drugs plants seized after 'set-up' near police station

Police are asking for help in finding Steven Reynolds, 46, who has absconded from HMP Hatfield

Police hunt for wanted burglar who absconded from prison last week

Sheffield Food & Drink

Save 38% on a 3-course meal and drinks for two at Slug & Lettuce, Sheffield

Save 38% on a 3-Course Meal with Drinks for 2 at Slug & Lettuce (aff)

Fargate, in Sheffield City Centre, is currently the site of an international market bringing unique food offerings and stalls to the city

International market comes to Sheffield City Centre this week

An Idiot’s Guide to Wine comes to Kelham Island in November

An Idiot’s Guide to Wine comes to Kelham Island in November (aff)

All Bar One Sharing Dinner for 2 Groupon

Save up to 53% on food and drink at All Bar One with this deal (aff)

Sheffield United latest

Billy Sharp recently confirmed his retirement.

Sharp reveals how close he was to sealing S2 return in coaching role
Billy Sharp was presented with the opportunity to return to Sheffield United in coaching capacity by Chris Wilder in 2025.
George Smith

Chris Wilder was furious with referee Oliver Langford.

Wilder raises referee question in passionate post-Portsmouth rant

Wilder's passionate verdict on Choudhury red card v Portsmouth

SUFC's options to solve right-back crisis as Doherty absence explained

Sheffield Wednesday latest

The Owls host AFC Wimbledon on Saturday.

'Most at risk' - the tough decision for AFC Wimbledon clash
Who misses out for The Owls this weekend?
Liam Norcliffe

Huddersfield player accused of improper rant amid Owls controversy

The FA Cup.

Non-league chairman wants Owls in FA Cup

Owls appoint fan to board - alternative to engagement panel revealed

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Police are hunting for missing Dawn

Tragedy as police find body of missing South Yorkshire woman

The legendary de Havilland Mosquito, nicknamed the 'Wooden Wonder', is the subject of a £229.99 limited-edition Corgi model supporting a project to return a British-built example to the skies.

Corgi unveils £230 limited-edition WWII Mosquito model

Police are warning drivers to "avoid the area" after they closed off Hunningley Lane in Barnsley due to a collision

Breaking Police issue "avoid the area" warning after crash near primary school

Sheffield council leader Fran Belbin has been approached for Sheffield Labour’s response

Labour Party calls to end local ties with Greens over Zionism motion

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Sheffield Star Obituaries

Ann Duckenfield was well known in Burngreave

Tributes paid to dedicated Burngreave community champion

Hundreds of people have paid tribute to the beloved Craig Baker who died over the weekend. Craig worked at Mcdonalds in Meadowhall, and made an impact on anyone he came across.

McDonald’s describe late Meadowhall worker as a “wonderful person”

Lynne Newark died peacefully after battling cancer

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Sheffield Homes & Gardens

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

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Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

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Open space at Wulfric Road, Manor, is earmarked for 32 homes.

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Sheffield Food & Drink

Builders have handed M&S the keys to its new food hall at Fox Valley in Stocksbridge which is set to open in January.

Launch of M&S Foodhall at retail park delayed
“We are delighted to have reached this important stage in the development”

The Foresters in Sheffield city centre closed in August for its refurbishment. Photo: Iconic Media

Popular pub set to re-open this week with new name and new look
200-year-old-pub has been closed since the summer

Fat hippo new menu items

Popular chain with 'filthy burgers' announces Sheffield opening date
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Waitress is a heartwarming story about strong women finding their voices

REVIEW: Waitress at the Lyceum, Sheffield
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Christmas Festival of Music fronted by John Reilly and musical maestro Lewis Nitikman with a cast of local talents

Sheffield's Christmas Festival Of Music charity show line-up revealed

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92 per cent of small business owners say keeping energy costs down is one of their biggest priorities

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