From heartwarming fundraisers to selfless acts and light-hearted incidents, here are 15 pictures from city life during lockdown that are sure to prompt a smile.
1. Surprise, surprise
Carers at Sarah Care Ltd held a special socially-distanced surprise 100th birthday party for Evelyn Jackson, who was born on Suffolk Road close to Sheffield city centre a century ago. | JPIMedia Photo: Chris Etchells
2. Stepping out
With the streets unusually quiet, animals have been venturing out further than normal during lockdown - a badger was even photographed on the concourse at Sheffield railway station. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Submitted
3. Chalk rainbow and a love heart
This cheerful chalk rainbow display has been made by pupils and staff at Shooters Grove Primary School, Stannington. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Submitted
4. Say it with pizza
‘Thanks to all key workers’ has been creatively spelled out using pepperoni pizzas at the Asda supermarket in Handsworth. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Lynsey Terese Brumley