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BARNSLEY South MP Stephanie Peacock has launched her World Book Day competition.The competition is open to all children across Barnsley and will close on World Book Day, which takes place on March 7.Ms Peacock said: “To get involved, send a short outline of what your favourite book is and why to stephanie.peacock.mp@parliament.uk, including your full name and postcode.Good luck.”
Cinema in appeal for volunteers
THE Penistone Paramount are on the hunt for volunteers.There are a variety of roles on offer including meeting and greeting customers and helping distribute leaflets.A spokesperson for the Paramount said: “Please register your interest by submitting a volunteer application form to the Paramount box office by 12pm on Sunday.“A volunteer application form can be downloaded from our website, or a print version can be obtained from the Penistone Paramount...
Theatre launches Young Civilians initiative
THE town centre’s Barnsley Civic has begun a new young people’s art initiative thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.The Young Civilians is aimed at people aged between 14 and 24 who are living in Barnsley and have an ambition to study or pursue a career in the arts.The project, which starts in March 2025, will see a group of 16 recruits taking part in training and artist-led masterclasses,...
Increased patrols in joint bid to tackle arsonists
SOUTH Yorkshire Police have joined up with the fire service and Barnsley Council in a bid to tackle arsonists across the borough.Officers from Barnsley West’s Neighbourhood Policing Team say that in recent weeks they have seen an increase in the number of deliberate fires.The area – which covers Dodworth, Penistone and Hoylandswaine – has subsequently seen an increase in patrols.And officers are keen to point out the consequences for...
Grey bins ‘almost all up-to-date’, says council
THE council has said that waste collections are taking longer since the introduction of a new training programme in December.with bin crews working safely but more slowly.In its latest update, the council says that grey bin collections are now almost all up-to-date and that brown bins are about 75 per cent back on schedule.It also says that catching up on any missed bin collections has taken longer than it had hoped,...
College celebrates being named as double finalist
BARNSLEY College is celebrating after being announced as a double finalist in prestigious education awards – including the overall Further Education (FE) College of the Year category.The Educate North Awards have, for more than a decade, recognised excellence, high achievement and growth across the North of England’s education institutions.Alongside being one of eight colleges in the running for the FE College of the Year Award, the college's sustainability efforts are up...
Funding Your Dream: Understanding Small Business Loans in the Community
Accessing funding can make or break an entrepreneurial journey. Many aspiring business owners in Barnsley struggle with the challenges of securing financial backing to turn their ideas into reality. By understanding the various funding options available, entrepreneurs can better face the complexities of financing their ventures, enabling them to contribute positively to the community.With the right financial resources, local businesses can thrive, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth. This article will outline practical insights...
Coastal walker Jim shares story of £50k fundraiser for Gurkha Welfare Trust
FUNDRAISER Jim Morton who spent 537 days walking around the British coastline – raising £50,000 for charity in the process – visited the Penistone and District Probus Club earlier this month. A veteran of the Royal Navy, which Jim had been persuaded to join so he would learn a trade, he had been a gunner but was subsequently unable to find vacancies for that trade. Having served on HMS Gurkha, he decided to...
Theatre company in rallying call to community
A SMALL but growing theatre company is bringing its latest production to the stage next month – and is encouraging the community to get involved.A spokesperson said: “Breakaleg Productions is committed to a strong connection with the local community. In fact, everyone connected has been recruited by word of mouth, or advertising in and around Barnsley, their home for the past nine and a half years.” Breakaleg Productions is now inviting theatre...
Farm family celebrates TV award treble
A LOCAL visitor attraction has won a coveted TV award for the third year running.Cannon Hall Farm’s Robert, David and Roger Nicholson joined their TV pals Jules Hudson, JB Gill and the crew from Daisybeck Studios for the star-studded TV Choice Awards in London.The ‘On The Farm’ series of shows – which Cannon Hall hosts each year – scooped the ‘best factual programme’ title.Robert said: “We saw so many messages...
Apprentices' success celebrated at graduation ceremony
BARNSLEY Council celebrated the achievements of eighty employees last week at an apprenticeship graduation ceremony.The employees had all successfully completed an apprenticeship with the council and the event also marked the end of National Apprenticeship Week.A council spokesperson said: “Last week, we were proud to host our second Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony to celebrate the incredible achievements of 80 employees who have successfully completed an apprenticeship with us since September 2023. ...
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Belle
Belle has gleaming super-soft black fur, and she just loves a good chin rub and tickle. She rolls over to let you give her a good stroke and purrs happily.
She is a shy little black cat, not much more than a kitten, and very sheltered from the world. We know that she will gain confidence with the right person, and she has loads of love to give - but she does need patience and gentleness.
She came to us alongside 11 other cats and kittens - all well-treated, but not getting enough attention. All her brothers, sisters, mother and aunts have been rehomed - but Belle is the last, because of her quiet and easily-scared nature.
Could you be the special person to love her - and to earn her trust?
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Please fill in our ONLINE Perfect Match Form to apply.
Due to a high volume of forms we regret that we can only contact applicants we feel are most suitable for the particular cat or kitten. In order to free up our Enquiries Line for urgent calls, please do not call with adoption queries. Thank you.
Keira
Kiera is a loving, lively girl – full of energy, she has lots of zoomies, and has a great character. Kiera is very friendly, confident and affectionate – she’s enjoying lots of cuddles and attention in her foster home.
Kiera is quite tiny for her age – she has survived cat flu and has needed some help from her vet to get to this point. She has passed her pre-vaccination vet health check and is ready to find a new home and meet new people.
Kiera is being monitored for some on-going noisy breathing and we will need to discuss future vet care (with support from RSPCA Barnsley). For this reason any potential adopter must live close enough to continue treatment (if needed) at our Barnsley-based vets. In these cases we can offer fostering pending adoption once health problems are resolved.
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Please fill in our ONLINE Perfect Match Form to apply.
Due to a high volume of forms we regret that we can only contact applicants we feel are most suitable for the particular cat or kitten. In order to free up our Enquiries Line for urgent calls, please do not call with adoption queries. Thank you.
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Three in court after police drugs find
THREE men have been arrested and charged in relation to a significant drugs line in Barnsley.Last Monday (February 10) while out on patrol, Barnsley officers spotted a vehicle they believed to be involved in supplying Class A drugs. The occupants of the vehicle were searched by officers and were found to be in possession of suspected Class A drugs, a quantity of cash and a knuckleduster.Evan James, 34, of Laithes Lane,...
Police appeal after care home targeted in burglary
POLICE are appealing for information following a burglary at a West Melton care home.It is reported that between 12.35am and 1.45am on Monday, January 27, a safe containing a quantity of cash as well as jewellery was stolen at Byron Lodge Care Home in the West Melton area.A police spokesperson said: “An investigation was launched, with enquiries ongoing and officers are now appealing for information that will further help with enquiries....
Happy Liam takes home the prize in hospice lottery
BARNSLEY Hospice has announced the winner of its fundraising lottery.Liam Dyson was surprised when he learnt he’d won the Christmas prize draw – which saw him take home a hamper prize – as he was simply happy to help out the Gawber-based hospice.He said: “We are more than happy to support the brilliant work of Barnsley Hospice through their hospice lottery.“It was a nice surprise to get a knock...
Big investment for Trans Pennine Trail
MORE than £750,000 is set to be invested into the Trans Pennine Trail in Wath-upon-Dearne.A total of £787,400 will go towards the Trans Pennine Trail Community Access project in Wath, with additional funding from Rotherham Council’s rights of way budget.The project, running until 2027, will enhance a 5km section of the Trans Pennine Trail to upgrade the existing infrastructure, improving connectivity for residents.As part of the project, new access...
Barnsley veteran commits to helping other ex-service men and women
A BARNSLEY Army veteran has teamed up with charity Help for Heroes to help other ex-service men and women who may be struggling since leaving the armed forces through sport. Caroline Buckle, 45, was medically discharged after suffering injuries in 2014 and fought to regain her physical and mental strength after an 18-year military career. Thanks to the support of veterans' charity Help for Heroes, she has achieved coaching qualifications – and will...
‘No waiting’ proposals go to public consultation
PROPOSALS for a ‘no waiting at any time’ restriction on two local streets have gone out for public consultation.In June 2020, plans for a residential development of up to 118 homes in Birdwell to the south of Hay Green Lane were approved by Barnsley Council’s planning board.Parking currently takes place on the south side near the junction of Hay Green Lane and Sheffield Road which narrows the carriageway and reduces visibility....
Court case round-up: Cash and items seized under Proceeds of Crime Act
CASH and jewellery totalling an estimated £65,000 has been seized by the police.Officers used Proceeds of Crime Act powers to detain £60,000 in cash and £5,000 in jewellery from Ashley Walker, of Swanee Road, Kendray. The next hearing about the 28-year-old’s cash and possessions will be held at Barnsley Magistrates’ Court on April 14.A MOTHER who failed to ensure her child attended primary school has been given a bill of more...
Fraud warning as elderly victim targeted
LOCAL police community support officers have issued a warning after they helped an elderly lady who was about to become a victim of fraud.The Barnsley West Neighbourhood Policing Team were made aware of a elderly lady who had been contacted on Facebook and had agreed to meet an unknown male at a cash machine and give him £200.The male then asked for an Apple gift card. The elderly lady was about...
Life-saving programme changes name for better understanding
A PROGRAMME which has helped hundreds of Barnsley residents has had its name changed to make it easier to understand.The Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) Programme, run by the South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB), aims to find and treat lung cancer at a much earlier stage.It has supported a number of Barnsley residents and having been launched in October, the ICB are set to change its name to make it...
Councillor hits out at council over ‘Groundhog Day’ bin problems
A LOCAL councillor has likened the latest bin problems to ‘a bit like the film Groundhog Day’! Independent councillor Jake Lodge has voiced his frustrations about the ongoing situation on Facebook.He said: “Unfortunately, there are still outstanding recycling collections in Worsbrough and like many residents I'm in the dark – we were advised on February 4, that collections would be back on track by February 14, but that hasn't transpired. “The...
Charity's feeling the love on Valentine’s weekend
A LOCAL charity has thanked a secret supporter after they received a £5,000 Valentine’s gift.A Barnsley Hospital Charity spokesperson said: “Thanks to a mystery admirer we are feeling the love this Valentine’s Day.“A lucky winner in the Co-op 'Winners Share it All' prize draw received £500 and nominated our charity to receive £5,000.“A heartfelt thank you to our secret supporter for choosing us from all of the amazing causes.”...
Cabinet of curiosities comes to Barnsley
A YORKSHIRE Water exhibition – the Cabinet of Curiosities – featuring some of the more obscure and gruesome items removed from Yorkshire’s pipes was held in the Alhambra Centre in Barnsley last week. Along with the classic – offenders wipes, sanitary items, grease and fat – the exhibit displayed more obscure and revolting discoveries including cuddly toys, boots and frying pans, in an attempt to demystify what causes blockages and how everyone can play...
Multi-million pound heritage centre project update
A SCHEME to revitalise Elsecar Heritage Centre thanks to almost £4m secured from the Cultural Development Fund is set to be completed by next March.Administered by Arts Council England, the funding is being used to refurbish a major indoor events space and deliver a new collaborative cultural engagement project.The project will also create a new accessible creative workspace, a refurbished museum space and contribute to extensive essential drainage works at the...
Over 500 shops spruced up in district initiative
A SCHEME to revitalise district shopping destinations as a knock-on impact of the town centre’s Glass Works regeneration has enhanced more than 500 shop fronts.Principal Towns – the council-run initiative which set out plans to improve Cudworth, Hoyland, Wombwell, Royston, Goldthorpe and Penistone – has resulted in millions being spent on local centres.A progress report revealed more than 500 shop frontages have been spruced up, while ‘significant improvements’ have been made...
Leading games distributor helps pupils learn while they play
SCHOOLS in Barnsley are set to receive support from one of the UK’s leading distributor of board and tabletop games.Asmondee – who distribute Pokemon cards and board games based on popular franchises like Lord of the Rings – have launched a new initiative which will see more than 6,000 BrainBox educational card game packs sent to 31 schools in the country.The game, which launched in 2007, tests memory and observation and...
Roadwork round-up: Some delays expected
SEVERAL roads will face disruption in the coming weeks due to roadworks.GAS works will take place in Worsbrough this week. From tomorrow (Monday) until Sunday temporary lights will be placed on Vernon Road. Motorists have been told delays are possible while Cadent conducts a series of work.TEMPORARY traffic lights will be in place in Worsbrough next week. From Monday until Wednesday, the lights will be placed on West Street. Motorists have...
Nursery plan for former social club gets go-ahead despite objections
PLANS to convert a sports and social club into a new nursery and daycare centre have been approved by the council – despite more than a dozen objections to the plans.The Cobcar Sports and Social Club, on Cobcar Street, Elsecar, is at the centre of plans for a 42-space nursery.Internal reconfiguration of the existing building to provide classrooms, offices, and ancillary accommodation will now begin after planning bosses approved the application...
Town centre taxis suspended in enforcement check
FOUR taxis were suspended following a recent enforcement check in Barnsley town centre.On December 14, licensing enforcement officers from Barnsley joined officers from Sheffield, Kirklees and Wolverhampton and took part in a joint night-time operation.A total of 45 vehicles were stopped – and only ten of them were licenced in BarnsleyThirteen were from Leeds, ten from Sheffield, five from Chesterfield, four from Wolverhampton and three from Rotherham.Of...
Health bosses in shingles vaccination call to pensioners
PENSIONERS in Barnsley are being encouraged to get their shingles and pneumococcal vaccines when offered.The winter months are the most strenuous on the health service as viruses spread more easily as people are more likely to gather indoors.Pneumococcal bacteria are spread typically by sneezing and coughing.The pneumococcal vaccine protects against some of the types of bacteria that can cause potentially life-threatening illnesses such as meningitis, pneumonia and sepsis –...
Latest figures reveal extent of tooth decay problems
A THIRD of five-year-old children in Barnsley have dental decay, new figures suggest.The Office for Health Improvement and Disparities data relates to five-year-olds with any enamel and dental decay.It reveals an estimated 33.6 per cent of five year olds in Barnsley had dental decay in the 2023/24 academic year.Across England, this stood at 26.9 per cent last year – a slight improvement from 29.3 per cent in the previous...
