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Owls SACK Henrik Pedersen

Latest from Hillsborough as big decision made

Henrik Pedersen was sacked on Sunday.

How it happened as Sheffield Wednesday sack Henrik Pedersen
Sheffield Wednesday are on the lookout for a new manager after the sacking of Henrik Pedersen.

Henrik Pedersen.

Fans struggled to shake off feeling towards Pedersen - opinion
The Owls are searching for a new manager after the sacking of Henrik Pedersen

Dave Challinor has been the subject of plenty of social media chatter in recent weeks.

What Challinor has said about his future as search begins for new boss
Sheffield Wednesday supporters have frequently brought up Dave Challinor’s name in social media conv...

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A car is under a tree after Storm Boelo left its mark

Tree crushes car on Sheffield road as Storm Boelo leaves its mark

A bullet hole in the window of the Sheffield home

Exclusive Pictures and video show bullet hole in Sheffield home's window

Police on Hyde Park Terrace

Breaking Gun fired at home with woman inside in "frankly appalling" incident

The large-scale incident took place at Sheffield train station on Saturday evening

Reports of football fans clashing at Sheffield train station

Ladybower's lost village appears as drought continues

Celebrating sci-fi, fantasy, magic and Halloween.

15 photos from sci-fi and fantasy festival blown indoors by storm

Pizza is coming to Fargate. Was a bubble tea shop.

Here's what's happening with the empty shops on Fargate and The Moor

Praise from his dad Grant - Dalton Smith after beating Alberto Puello Picture By Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Dalton Smith’s Supertram on track for Hillsborough blockbuster

Courtney Allen-Woodger with her daughter Ellora.

Mum thought hot flushes were normal before cancer diagnosis

New figures have been released showing the worst areas of Sheffield for drug crime

City's 17 neighbourhoods with the most drug crime, revealed

Jamie Lee Osbourne was aged just 18 when he killed Ronnie Kettridge, 56

The Sheffield martial arts fanatic who stabbed a milkman to death

Mohammed Shabbir has died.

Tributes as businessman and Islamic radio founder dies

21 flats are set to be built on the site of what was once the Shiregreen Arms, on Mason Lathe Road, Shiregreen, Sheffield. Photo: Brewster Bye Architects

Affordable flats to replace once loved former pub in Sheffield

The former National Centre for Popular Music has been compared to curling stones. Hallam University is considering what to do with it.

Ideas for old pop museum pour in as university mulls 'options'

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Sheffield Business

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

Podcast presenters (from left to right) Stephen Mayes, Heather Stewart-Whyte and Christina Vaughan

New York to Sheffield as stars of fashion and photography new podcast

Remembering Meadowhall's lost and long-standing shops

Inside historic family-run pub nestled on the edge of country estate

Village Hotel is set to open in Batemoor in February.

Upmarket hotel sponsors Owls and advertises jobs ahead of opening

The Foresters on Division Street

Sheffield pub duo detail end to 15 years behind city centre site

Vinyl Riot is opening in Orchard Square.

Second record shop opening in city centre amid surge in sales

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

Seventeen years on, justice for James remains outstanding

Still no justice for young Sheffield dad gunned down in street

Sixty six drivers were caught committing 71 offences on the motorway in a four-day operation said South Yorkshire Police.

Driver on laptop among 66 caught in police motorway operation

Bonser, right, denied murder but was found guilty after a trial

Killer who stabbed 13-year-old girl to death in random park attack

These are the 13 Sheffield neighbourhoods with the highest rates of crime involving possession of weapons, according the police figures. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Media

The 13 worst Sheffield neighbourhoods for weapons on the streets

Sheffield Food & Drink

Save up to 40% on family meals at Stonehouse with Groupon

Get up to 40% off a family meal at Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery (aff)

La Bottega closed in September due to flooding.

Popular Italian eaterie closed until New Year due to flood

Robert Douglas checking a cloudy IPA for the Steel City 50 beer festival at Kelham Island Museum.

50th beer and cider festival opens in Sheffield

Tickets are selling quickly for Halloween Chocolate Tasting at Hotel Chocolat in Sheffield

Halloween Chocolate Tasting at Hotel Chocolat in Sheffield (aff)

Sheffield United latest

Chris Wilder (left) was delighted to welcome Femi Seriki back from injury.

'Really dangerous' - Wilder gives verdict on Seriki's United return
Femi Seriki featured for the first time in two months as Sheffield United came from behind to draw 1-1 with Derby County on Saturday.
George Smith

Sheffield United defender Liam Kitching is one yellow card away from a ban.

United duo on the brink of suspensions with cut-off point weeks away

Femi Seriki made his return for Sheffield United against Derby County.

Femi Seriki reflects on United absence and makes Wilder admission

Billy Sharp has been offered the opportunity to briefly step out of retirement.

Sharp given opportunity to step out of retirement with FA Cup offer

Sheffield Wednesday latest

Henrik Pedersen has left Sheffield Wednesday.

Wednesday confirm interim plan following Henrik Pedersen exit
Sheffield Wednesday have confirmed that Matt Hamshaw will take interim charge following the departure of Henrik Pedersen.
George Smith

Henrik Pedersen’s time as Sheffield Wednesday boss has come to an end.

Breaking Wednesday sack manager Henrik Pedersen after Doncaster Rovers defeat

Grant McCann had prepared for the prospect of Sheffield Wednesday changing shape.

Grant McCann makes Wednesday formation admission after Owls tweak

Lonely Owls image leading to the inevitable - but onus must be shared

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The M1 motorway near Sheffield is closed in both directions to high vehicles due to strong winds from Storm Boelo.

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Bins blown over on Sheffield's Ecclesall Road

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Birley Spa Primary Academy celebrate their latest Ofsted inspection as they are recognised for their "inclusive culture".

Primary school recognised for "inclusive culture" in Ofsted inspection

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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

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The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

Lakeland's Barista Espresso Machine is reduced from £169.99 to £136 in the retailer's huge October sale.

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