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Veterans and serviceman paid their respects

Sheffield comes together to pay respect on Remembrance Sunday

Venezuela Fury and Noah Price attend Tyson Fury vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov Fight Night at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 11, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Kate Green/Getty Images for Netflix)

Tyson Fury's daughter has fireworks stolen in Sheffield

Endcliffe Park, and, inset, one of the attractions Mason Downing has used in the past. Photo: Mason Downing / Google

Exclusive What to expect from new children's fairground at Endcliffe Park

Elliot Metcalfe has taken over The Royal in Woodhouse, for Star/Heineken and has increased takings in his first 10 weeks.

New landlord transforms pub into success despite trading conditions

Raja Shabir Kahn was sentenced at Sheffield Crown Court for making indecent images of children aged between three and 13 years old.

Young man sentenced after caught with indecent images of children

Jailed in Sheffield this month

Faces of criminals locked up so far in November by Sheffield judges

These are the 22 safest Sheffield neighbourhoods when it comes to reports of burglary. Photo: Chris Lawton, Iconic Media

These 14 neighbourhoods have Sheffield's lowest burglary rates

Robert and Sabrina Hirst

Couple's three-year-old girl starved to death above Sheffield pub

South Yorkshire Police's Nunnery Square building has been empty for two years.

Police spend £450,000 on empty building as two-year review 'ongoing'

Sheffield City Council are proposing a number of changes to roads around Northern General Hospital in a bid to tackle problem parking and improve traffic flow

'Sheffield's hospital repair bill is failure of government' - opinion Sophie Crossthorn

Abdul Haseeb (left) and Aftab Ahmad (right) at the University of Sheffield graduation ceremony in July 2025.

Two brothers turn side hustle into growing fashion brand

Musician Paul Heaton said he was "absolutely dumbfounded" by what he described as Sheffield Arena's "pitiful reaction" to two medical incidents in the crowd during his show on Friday, November 6

Paul Heaton blasts Sheffield Arena's "pitiful" medical response

"They've killed the area" - Businesses say they're losing out on trade due to road layout changes in Neepsend

Businesses say road layout changes are destroying trade

Police tape at the scene of a reported rape on the Trans Pennine Trail.

Police "pursuing every line of enquiry" in rape investigation

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Sheffield Business

South Yorkshire Postcode Lottery winners announced in latest prizes

Hebden Bridge-based brewery Vocation and Co have said they are "working closely with staff" in Sheffield after closing their city centre pub to refocus investment on beer production

Vocation and Co "working closely with staff" after closure of city pub

Reform UK Councillor John Hesketh has called on Sheffield City Council to pause new traffic schemes to evaluate the success of recent changes

'It's time to pause new traffic schemes and evaluate what works' By The Newsroom

A South Yorkshire business woman has become a published author after being "written off" at 15 when she fell pregnant.

Inspiring woman who became pregnant aged 15 now published author

Cutlery Works shares its journey to success after opening almost eight years ago.

Popular food hall looks back over years as they celebrate anniversary

Nicholas and Christine Atkinson say trade at Atkinsons department store has dropped due to bike lane works.

Readers comment on alleged impact of bike lane works on big store

"Local businesses are being left in the dust as visions for Sheffield's future clash with with those who already make their living here," says reporter Finn Smith

Neepsend is caught between Sheffield's past and future Finn Smith

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

Daniel Marlow, 35, was arersted after a chase through Mortomley Park in Sheffield on Saturday, October 31

Prolific shoplifter jailed after on-foot chase through park

Leon Gray and Lewis Barlow beat partially-sighted Colin Greenwood to death

2 Sheffield teens who beat partially-sighted man to death at tram stop

Barnsley Neighbourhoods Inspector Rebecca Richardson has said it's "absolutely not right" that women and girls feel unsafe on the Trans Pennine Trail after a recent rape

Officer issues statement amid rape investigation

A learner driver has been summoned to court after attempting to drive the wrong way up a slip road towards the Sheffield Parkway

Learner driver travels wrong way up Sheffield Parkway slip road

Sheffield Food & Drink

The Vine in Mosborough is becoming a firm favourite

I visited a popular Sheffield Indian restaurant with numerous awards

Vocation and Co Sheffield announced its sudden closure on Friday, November 6

Yorkshire brewery announces sudden closure of city centre pub

Artists impression shows how a new Wingstop restaurant would look in the former Gaumont cinema building on Barker's Pool, Sheffield. Photo: Ashleigh Signs

New fast food restaurant applying for permission to serve alcohol

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)

Sheffield United latest

London, England, 7th November 2026. Femi Seriki of Sheffield United lies injured before he was stretchered off during the Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Sky Bet Championship match at The Valley, London. Picture credit should read: Paul Terry / Sportimage

Work still to do for Blades after missed opportunity, Seriki blow
Sheffield United missed the chance to move into the play-off places after losing 2-1 at Charlton Athletic, with Chris Wilder urging perspective after a disappointing afternoon compounded by Femi Seriki's season-ending injury.
Danny Hall

Burton Albion manager Gary Bowyer

‘He didn’t score, did he?’ Burton boss gives Sharp verdict

Rushden & Diamonds manager Elliot Sandy

Rushden manager hails Billy Sharp after FA Cup defeat

London, England, 7th November 2026. Michael Cooper of Sheffield United reacts in frustration as the second Charlton goals goes in during the Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Sky Bet Championship match at The Valley, London. Paul Terry / Sportimage

'My favourite result at this football club' - Nathan Jones

Sheffield Wednesday latest

Owls get unexpected boost for upcoming fixture - who will miss out
Sheffield Wednesday’s upcoming fixture against Plymouth Argyle looks sure to go ahead.
Alex Miller

Swapping shirts with Shearer - Challinor shares cup memories

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Why Challinor will be 'careful' with his first team selections

EFL figure suggests 'almost guaranteed' Owls fate under Dave Challinor

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Community centre users were given a document which outlines how much of the car park developers will need. They claim that only a "sliver" has been left for them which will not be enough for the amount of people the centre attracts

Council promise "fresh proposals" for centre facing loss of car park

Lovehoney’s £119 couples advent calendar contains 24 grown-up surprises and comes with free standard delivery.

Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar has 24 surprises

Darcie Peskir

Sheffield's best bits: City resident Darcie Peskir has her say

Land of Lights Lantern Festival

I visited Land of Lights at Gulliver’s Valley and was blown away

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The detached home on Green Lane features a large multi-vehicle driveway, providing ample off-road parking at this countryside-facing Buxton property

Inside the £875,000 Buxton home with a countryside-facing garden

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Take a look around Gulliver's Valley Land of Lights spectacular

Author Neil Anderson held a launch night on October 29, 2026, for 'Steel City Survivors', a new book celebrating 40 Sheffielders who got the city back on its feet following the collapse of its industrial heritage.

New book celebrates 40 extraordinary people who reinvented Sheffield

The stone-built semi-detached house occupies a peaceful cul-de-sac position in Hickleton, with a lawned front garden, driveway and detached garage

Inside the £395,000 Hickleton home with countryside views

Sheffield Retro

Nostalgic pictures show what Sheffield looked like 100 years ago
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Councillor Brian Holmshaw is Sheffield’s new Heritage Champion

New heritage champion says Sheffield’s past needs stronger backing

Bolsover's Castle was built in the 17th century on the site of a 12th century medieval castle. It is now part of the English Heritage stable and one of the area’s top attractions.

The 400-year-old 'party palace' is an swashbuckling win with all ages

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

Step inside this "beautifully-presented" three-bedroom terraced home on Walkley Lane in Sheffield's S6 postcode, presented by Saxton Mee Estate Agents and on the market now for £250,000.

Take all the credit for 'stunning' modern décor at this £250,000 home

A chance to own a slice of an historic 19th-century Georgian manor in Sheffield has come to market in the form of a two-bed flat in Loxley House, off Ben Lane in Wadsley, S6, presented by Yopa for £250,000.

Own a slice of this historic Georgian manor in Wadsley for £250,000

Set within a sought-after Dronfield cul-de-sac, this four-bedroom detached home combines a welcoming entrance with driveway parking

Inside the £450,000 Dronfield home with an impressive orangery

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

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

Sheffield Food & Drink

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
Fat Hippo due to replace former Creams site in city centre

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
How has Sheffield been overlooked?!
Christopher Hallam

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
A restaurant near Bramall Lane was left in Darkness after a power outage on matchday.

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Matt Coyne has based the book on his childhood experiences

Matt Coyne on new novel: 'It is a love letter to my childhood'
The Man Vs Baby creator says The Trouble With Sister Francis is rooted in his own South Yorkshire upbringing, with characters, settings and even its chain-smoking nun drawing on real-life memories.
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The End Of The World According To Jonathan Pie was hosted at Sheffield City Hall

Review: No politician is spared as Jonathan Pie unleashes live fury

Historic outdoor Peak District swimming pool set for upgrade

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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

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Brits ditch nights out for home cooking

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