Youngsters

South Yorkshire Police sent 15 and 16-year-old police cadets into stores in Doncaster to see if the store would sell them knives without proof of ID.

Underage youngsters try to buy knives in undercover police operation

Reoffending rates for young offenders revealed

The death has been announced of Doncaster Little Theatre chairman Kevin Spence. Picture: Steve Taylor, National World

Sadness and shock as death of South Yorkshire theatre icon announced

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

We have taken 24 old black and white pictures of Sheffield in 1967 - and transformed them into colour

24 nostalgic pictures transformed to colour show how we lived in 1967

Thousands took the the streets of Sheffield for this year's Sheffield 10K. Our gallery shows 42 pictures which capture the day

42 pictures capture the day as thousands join Sheffield 10K

Four children were attacked by 'family dogs' at the weekend, say South Yorkshire Police. Main Picture: David Kessen, National World. Inset picture: Adobe Stock.

Child, two, among four youngsters attacked by 'family dogs'

Little crackers - RSPCA names four pups after irresistible cheeses.

RSPCA names adorable puppies after irresistible cheeses

Margot Robbie as Barbie in the new film

Sheffield Meadowhall to host UK's first interactive Barbie experience

John Lewis has revealed the top 10 toys to buy this Christmas

John Lewis top 10 retro toys to make a comeback for Christmas 2023

United youngsters’ transfer plan as Neal catches Blades fans’ eye

Many parents are searching for ways to keep the kids entertained during the six-week holiday period - without having to break the bank

The top 10 tips for an affordable summer with the kids

A group of six pupils from Woodlands Primary School, in Norton, were handed work with the Blend Kitchen ‘Gather and Cook’ programme, a five-week culinary education scheme, as an alternative to sitting the year six exams, because of their special needs.. Ellie and Edith with chef John Forrest

Youngsters swap school SATS for restaurant scheme

Two children are in a life threatning condition after a knife attack in France

Two children in life-threatening condition after knife attack

Changing retorts at the London Gas Company’s works at Vauxhall in 1889. Picture for illustrative purposes by Rischgitz.

Research unearths children ‘worked to death’ in Industrial Revolution

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis

Prince George, Princess Charlotte & Prince Louis shine at coronation

Teens are more likely to listen to their parents than social media when it comes to big life decisions according to research. 26th April 2023.

75% of British teens say parents among most influential people

The revamped ‘Air Pavilion’, officially re-opened by Mayor of Rotherham Cllr Tajamal Khan, is one of Magna’s four hands-on exhibition areas where young people can explore the power of the four elements.

Revamped air pavilion opens at Magna featuring play rockets and airships

The two tall slides in Pound's Park, Rockingham Street, Sheffield, due to open on Monday.

Pictures and video as we try new city centre park

Red nose day fun at children First on Scotland Street

Youngsters dress up in red for Comic Relief fun

Prince William shocked the teens during their school lunch break

Sixth formers stunned after random Facetime with Prince William

Alton Towers (Getty Images)

Alton Towers unveils new ‘hair-raising’ ride opening this year

Build in the 1960s in an area that had seen major damage as a result of Nazi bombing during World War Two, the Hole in the Road was a sort of subterranean shopping space in the city centre.The picture from February 1994 shows it being filled in

Hole in the Road: Why iconic landmark was filled in

Aldi Prime hydration drink deal: Craze continues as supermarket stocks drink by YouTube stars KSI & Logan Paul

Craze for Prime hydration drink continues with Aldi Specialbuy deal

NORAD Tracks Santa: how to follow Santa’s journey this Christmas Eve

Freya Skye is representing the UK at Junior Eurovision song contest in Armenia this weekend

Junior Eurovision to take place this weekend - how to watch

Father Christmas will be at the Butterfly House every weekend up to and including Christmas Eve

Best places to see Santa before Christmas

Youngsters from Barnsley Academy had input to one of the new artworks, on the side of Stairfoot Roundabout, named Can You See Us?

New artwork pays tribute to Barnsley’s brickwork heritage

Young people are determined to find a job they enjoy – as over a quarter believe...

Owls Dominic Iorfa could well play a part in their Papa Johns Trophy clash with Leicester City's U21s. Pic Steve Ellis.

Moore explains why Owls won’t throw out the youngsters for Leicester clash

Just five fit senior Sheffield United stars will report back to Shirecliffe this week: Simon Bellis/ Sportimage

Blades' international break plans as just 5 senior outfielders remain behind

Owls boss Darren Moore Pic Steve Ellis

Sheffield Wednesday will keep their eye on the free agent market

Youngsters will be able to take part in music programmes for the next three years thanks to the funding.

Barnsley’s Grimethorpe Colliery Band secures funding for school music programme

The graves of Sheffield youngsters Barbara Wrigglesworth, aged five, and Roger Phippen, seven, who were both killed when a gatepost collapsed at Handsworth Community School on July 10, 1950. A group of residents - Annette Sterland-Burton, Raymond Needham, Patricia Ford and Sandra Gillot - gathered at Orgreave Cemetery on the 72nd anniversary of the tragedy to lay flowers in an attempt to ensure the children are 'never forgotten'

Schoolchildren killed by falling gatepost are remembered

Sheffield United's youngsters have given Paul Heckingbottom some welcome food for thought: Darren Staples / Sportimage

Youngsters go from strength to strength

Reece Morris (left) with opponent Thompson.

Boston ABC's Morris slips to narrow defeat

The victorious Wragby under 12s side.

Youngsters win the Wragby generation game

Photograph by Richard Walker/ImageNorth

'Unique opportunity' for under 25s to train in creative industries

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South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue have said an investigation is underway after a blaze at a residence in Rotherham this morning.

Investigation launched after fire at residential property

Children's author, Carly Hart, visited Emmaus Catholic and Church of England Primary School in Sheffield after 116 local primary schools received around £2,000 worth of book donations from Bookmark Reading Charity. (Photo courtesy of Bookmark Reading Charity)

Massive £232,000 book donation to 116 local primary schools

June Hall at The Bakers Shop, on Howard Road, in Walkley, Sheffield, which she has run with her sons Darren and Derek for the last 30 years. It is closing for good on Saturday, November 25

Popular bakery in Sheffield closing after 30 years