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Images show police guarding crime scene amid hunt for alleged rapist

Police have been investigating reports of a rape on Trans Pennine Trail in South Yorkshire

Police explore reports of man "behaving suspiciously" near rape scene

Fireworks

11 spectacular Bonfire Night events happening around Sheffield

Police are asking parents to have safety conversations with their children ahead of Bonfire Night after five teenagers were arrested in Sheffield for setting off fireworks towards people and cars

Five teenagers arrested for setting off fireworks towards people

Jake Cooper, from Sheffield, has been shortlisted for a national award for inspiring others after surviving a brain injury in 2017.

Brain injury survivor who trains other's through recovery up for award

Padel Meadowhall is open for games

Jessica Ennis-Hill launches area's largest padel centre at Meadowhall

Here's a closer look at the artist impression image released by Skyline Enterprises of their plans for Parkwood Springs which reveal some of the features they hope to build.

Campaigners fight to save Parkwood Springs

Arbourthorne Social Centre's Christmas dinner plans could be saved as Sheffield City Council is understood to have offered an alternate car park solution. The council had previously told users of the centre that the majority of the car park would be taken out of action for two years to allow the development of the new £51 million Uriah Rennie leisure centre

Breaking Council propose new car park for at risk social centre

Police were sent to Fairbarn Drive, Stannington, Sheffield. Photo: Google / Iconic Media

Armed police and aeroplane sent out over report of man with gun

Greenbelt protesters on the steps of Sheffield Town Hall. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Media

Next steps for local plan revealed amid green belt concerns

How the former Central Post Office, Stock Exchange, and Yorkshire Bank would look under plans to bring it back to life as a gallery and arts centre. Photo: Carmody Groarke

Plans unveiled to restore Victorian landmark - a decade since closure

Ian Thomas (right) named most influential Black Person in Britain on the Powerlist 2027

Sheffield born man named this year’s most influential Black Briton

Kyle Fell

Violent thief punched multiple female shopworkers in face

Fat Hippo signs are now in place at Sheffield restaurant, due to open this week. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Media

Signs in place as new restaurant prepares for grand opening

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Sheffield Business

Sheffield City Council issued a statement after Atkinsons bosses complained construction by their doors on Charter Row was damaging business.

Council reveals steps to help businesses hit by bike lane works

Marie Tidball, Penistone and Stocksbridge MP and Matthew Pennycook MP, minister for housing and planning, in the House of Commons.

Minister rebuffs MP's call for 'pause' in green belt homes plan

Dress Mode on Fargate has ‘Closing Down Sale’ posters in the window.

Clothes shop on busy Fargate announces closure

Yum Yum Bites, on New Era Square near Bramall Lane was left in darkness after a power cut on Friday, October 30.

Restaurant left in darkness after power outage on matchday

Save 25% on hundreds of Morrisons’ 'The Best' products – For a limited time only

Save 25% on hundreds of Morrisons' 'The Best' products this week (aff)

Network Rail aims to install a bridge on the Midland Mainline where it crosses the River Sheaf at Beauchief.

Network Rail in second attempt to replace mainline bridge

Virgin Media O2, which has announced job cuts, has a call centre in Attercliffe.

Anxious wait for workers as telecoms firm announces job cuts

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

The family of Paul Hart have issued a statement after the 57-year-old from Barnsley died in a collision in West Yorkshire. They described him as a "beloved husband, son, brother, father, stepdad, uncle, brother-in-law, and true friend"

Grandad described as "beloved husband & father" after fatal collision

The National Police Service (NPAS) aeroplane: Photo: Iconic Media

Late night aeroplane mission over Sheffield explained

Police at the scene of a rape investigation on the Trans Pennine Trail, near Bolton on Dearne. Photo: Kerrie Beddows, Iconic Media

Breaking Hunt for masked man in black gloves over Trans Pennine Trail rape

Police seized guns and vehicles after a raid on a site in Wombwell, near Barnsley. Photo: South Yorkshire Police

Sawn off shotgun and stolen vehicles seized after police raid

Sheffield Food & Drink

Warm up this autumn and enjoy an afternoon tea with or without prosecco at Ambulo in the Millenium Gallery in Sheffield – Here’s how you can 42% with Groupon

Save up to 42% on Afternoon Tea for 2–4 (or Add Fizz) at Ambulo (aff)

Set in a great location on Fulwood Road, Sheffield, the Rising Sun is an endearing destination for locals and newcomers alike, with or without their four-legged friends.

The Good Food Guide’s ‘100 Best Pubs’ excludes Sheffield? Hold my beer Christopher Hallam

The Peacock at Owler Bar was among the venues to be recognised by Tripadvisor.

Peak District pubs named among the best to visit across the world

We visited new tap room in Derbyshire tourist town– take a look inside

Sheffield United latest

Chris Wilder wants to see his Sheffield United side kick on.

Wilder opens up on "difficult" mood as Blades look to keep level heads
Chris Wilder has spoken candidly about the difficult atmosphere surrounding Sheffield United in recent times, insisting his players are giving everything as they look to build on back-to-back wins and maintain their progress ahead of Saturday's trip to Charlton Athletic...
Danny Hall

United have already made Jan stance clear with Peck interest expected

Bigger picture behind remarkable Peck treble as midfield mould broken

Dejected Charlton Athletic players has been a familiar picture of late. Photo by James Fearn/Getty Images

Charlton preparing for 'must win' against 'massive club'

Sheffield Wednesday latest

Pete Shuttleworth, pictured left.

'Disappointed' coach reacts to leaving Owls - players send messages
“It’s a truly special place to work”
Liam Norcliffe

Liam Cooper, pictured right.

Injury news for Challinor's first game in charge against Latics

Sil Swinkels was sent off against Blackpool.

Owls confirm appeal decision on defender's red card against Blackpool

Pete Shuttleworth, pictured left

Coach departs after Challinor appointment - roles change for others

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MP Gill Furniss with Horatio’s Garden CEO Katie Tait and Head Gardener Ruth Calder.

Sheffield MP sees role of hospital garden in spinal injury recovery

The upper part of the shaft is in 'good condition' engineers say.

Your questions answered after giant shaft discovered under tram tracks

Sheffield City Council leader Coun Fran Belbin, speaking at the November 4, 2026 meeting of Sheffield City Council. Picture: Julia Armstrong, LDRS

Sheffield Council Zionism row branded “self-indulgent psychodrama”

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Save up to 45% on 75-minute hot & cold therapy at R1se Yoga (aff)

Families have the chance to see Santa in Lapland

‘Bucket-list trip’ to see Santa Claus and Northern Lights in Lapland

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Families can save hundreds on tickets to Disney World and more

This stone-built Old Glossop cottage combines traditional character with extensive renovation, creating an inviting home in a sought-after location.

Old Glossop cottage boasts stunning views and a stylish renovation

Sheffield Retro

Sheffield's local grocers, off-licences, and newsagents of the 1980s and 1990s

Retro pics of grocers, off-licences, and newsagents of the 80s and 90s
Step back in time to an era before major supermarket chains came to dominate the UK’s grocery landscape – We take a look back into the archives as we remember the humble corner shop, greengrocers, newsagents and off-licences in the 1980s and 90s
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Sheffield Star Obituaries

Rachael Booth, headteacher at The Willows special education school in Thurcroft, suffered a heart attack on the premises and died a few days later on October 20

School to close for funeral of beloved former headteacher

A Yorkshire-born artist who taught at Sheffield College of Art for over three decades, has died.

Beloved artist with "creative energy" dies aged 93

Sheffield Wednesday supporter Neil Shackleton has passed away

Tributes paid after death of much-loved Sheffield Wednesday fan

Mohammed Shabbir has died.

Tributes as businessman and Islamic radio founder dies

Sheffield Homes & Gardens

Set on the edge of Whaley Bridge, Ivy Bank Cottage enjoys an attractive position with open hillside views and the countryside close at hand.

Whaley Bridge home offers stunning views and generous gardens

File picture shows newly built homes Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

Government reveals Sheffield price limit on new help to buy scheme

The detached stone-built cottage is situated in the sought-after Peak District village of Parwich

Charming Peak District cottage for sale

Save S13 Greenbelt campaigners have been investigating land in Handsworth which is believed to house a Quaker burial site of historical significance

'Such a shame if Quaker burial ground is built on' - Reader's letter Joe Cawthorn

Set back from the road in an elevated position, this detached Broadbottom home enjoys a private setting with countryside views

Inside the £650,000 Broadbottom home with its own gym and sauna

Sheffield Food & Drink

Cutlery Works celebrates their eight year anniversary with cocktails, food specials and a weekend of events.

Popular Sheffield food hall celebrates anniversary
Cutlery works celebrates their eight year anniversary.

Bragazzis, on Abbeydale Road announced today (October 29) that they had been forced to close down.

Heartbreak as much-loved café announces shock closure after 23 years
The coffee shop and deli has been open for over 23 years

Founders David Stache, 46, from Walkley, and Kier Hodson, 30, from Burngreave

New bottomless pizza restaurant with no menu set to open
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Yorkshire’s Harry Hemingway takes centre stage as X-Trial Leeds prepares to return to first direct bank arena on Saturday, January 23, 2027.

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Yorkshire brothers Harry and George Hemingway take on the world’s best as spectacular X-Trial motorcycle action returns to the first direct bank arena, Leeds, on Saturday, January 23, 2027.
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Nikita Kuzmin and Dani Dyer-Bowen in their Strictly costumes

Strictly stars Dani Dyer and Tabby Stoecker set for Sheffield date

A large bonfire has been constructed on parkland in the Batemoor Estate in Sheffield. Photo: Dean Atkins, Iconic Media

Residents come together to arrange their own neighbourhood bonfire

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Data revealed that the quality of toilet facilities affects how much people are willing to spend

UK hospitality industry risks losing £500m because of poor toilets

Over half of parents saying their child avoids creativity due to fear of getting it wrong

Parents say screen time and homework hold back children's creativity

Fern Brady reveals UK's biggest housemate icks

Brits biggest houseshare 'icks' revealed

1 in 3 are choosing to spend their weekends cooking

Brits ditch nights out for home cooking

Brits spend nearly four days a year handling ‘life admin’ for others on their phones

Brits spend nearly four days a year on phone life admin

Miniature billboards, shop signs and railway adverts were installed throughout Bekonscot Model Village and Railway

Bekonscot Model Village goes big on itsu Jumbo Spring Rolls

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