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Police reveal details of major cash which closed road

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Trade drops at Atkinsons as bike lane works hit businesses

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Sheffield MP claims green belt housing plans set to fail

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Major party street closed because of late night Halloween revellers

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Matchday car thieves leave disabled Owls fan stranded

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Two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after fighting

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Sheffield city centre anti-social behaviour action praised as success

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National clothing brand set to open huge shop in Sheffield city centre

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The Courteeners set to headline Sheffield's Rock N Roll Circus in 2027

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Ancient tradition 'Caking Night' revived for second year running

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Analysis Sheffield leadership is collapsing: What does this mean for you?

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Labour to propose running Sheffield Council alone after Zionism motion

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Sheffield Business

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Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems

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£80m flats hit trouble for harming views of city Cathedral

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Last day of trading for Pullin's Amusements after 40 years on park

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Brand behind viral sensation Labubu arrives at Meadowhall

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Councillor calls for 'adverts & vouchers' to help Crystal Peaks

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Sheffield candle maker's celebrity success

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Popular Sheffield food hall celebrates anniversary

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

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Breaking Sunday League match violence investigated after reports of ref assault

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Police launch search for man accused of stalking and criminal damage

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Police pelted with fireworks during Halloween disorder

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Police called after 'idiots' break into popular pub, temporarily shut

Sheffield Food & Drink

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Heartbreak as much-loved café announces shock closure after 23 years

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Quirky old tradition of 'Caking Night' revived at Sheffield pub

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New bottomless pizza restaurant with no menu set to open

Sheffield United latest

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United set to face old foe as sacking prompts Championship return

West Ham appear to be close to confirming a quickappointment after sacking Nuno Espirito Santo

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Blades' Championship rivals sack boss despite impressive goal haul

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United style claim made as Blades target back-to-back wins

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United predicted XI v Preston after Seriki latest, Phillips hope

Sheffield Wednesday latest

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Challinor coaching staff confirmed - future of Hamshaw and others

Sheffield Wednesday have confirmed Dave Challinor is the club’s new manager.

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Challinor officially announced as boss - contract length confirmed

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Dave Challinor watches on as Will Grainger serves Wednesday reminder

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Challinor changed life of Owls fan - and battled Seedorf with another

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