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TOMORROW is your last chance to put forward a suggestion for a name for Barnsley’s newest bridge.Last month the council announced that it was giving residents the chance to name the new pedestrian bridge in the town centre.Currently named Market Gate Bridge, it opened to the public in December.Residents are now being encouraged to name the new bridge themselves through an online form.Coun Robin Franklin, cabinet spokesperson for regeneration and...
Spring show down on the farm
THERE’S a chance to handle the reptiles, meet the lambs and feed the meerkats at an event in Barnsley tomorrow.The Spring Show at Wigfield Farm also features animal showing, live talks and face painting.Throughout the day, there will be ferret racing and rabbit and guinea pig show classes as well as independent craft and gift stalls, a horticulture stand and food and drink will be available.If you’d like to...
Parents receive primary school place offers
PARENTS across Barnsley are finding out today which primary school their children will be starting at in September. It’s National Offer Day and Barnsley Council has announced that 2,452 children (94 per cent) have been offered their first choice of primary school.A council spokesperson said: “We’re delighted to offer 2,575 children (98 per cent) a place at one of their preferred primary schools this year, helping more children to flourish at the...
Business looks to expand operations
PLANNING ROUND-UP: Permission is being sought to build an extension to an industrial unit in Dodworth.If approved, the extension will be built on Fall Bank Industrial Estate. A report said: “Door Solutions Group is an internal door manufacturing business operating from two adjoined units within Wortley Court on the Fall Bank Industrial Estate, Dodworth. The business needs additional space for expansion of operations.“The proposal will see an increase in usable floor...
MAYhem fun coming to town ....
A FUN festival is touring the area next month to bring a blast of street theatre and circus to town.MAYhem is a free street theatre and circus festival coming to a high street, market square or park near you over three successive weekends in May.Barnsley Council has engaged street theatre company Yellow Bus events to bring their unique brand of entertainment to Barnsley.You can catch the MAYhem festival at...
New app aims to help young patients facing surgery
A NEW app has been introduced at Barnsley Hospital to help young patients get ready for surgery.The Little Journey smartphone app is a guide that takes children and their carers on a tour from the waiting room to the operating room around the hospital, all through smartphone devices.Imagine animated doctors, nurses, popping up on your screen, ready to show you around and answer all your questions. There are characters like a...
Pair due in court after large drug find
A MAN and woman have been charged with drug offences after a large quantity of crack cocaine and heroin were found at a Barnsley property.Last Wednesday a warrant was executed on Margaret Close, Darfield, by officers from the tasking team and Barnsley South Neighbourhood Policing Team.During the warrant a large quantity of crack cocaine and heroin were found.Matthew Brookes, 43, is charged with production of crack cocaine, possession with...
Off-road bikers sought after damage and ASB
POLICE have released images in a bid to identify a large group of off-road bike riders who are alleged to have descended upon Barnsley causing significant damage and anti-social behaviour.Officers have released the images as it is believed those photographed can assist us with enquiries.Yesterday, just before 5pm, police received reports of around 15 off-road bikers around the Barnsley Road area of Cudworth causing damage to street furniture, obstructing drivers on...
Tenant buys business park in multi-million pound deal
A BARNSLEY business park has been sold in a multi-million-pound deal. Over the past two years, Fairfield Business Park in Penistone has been fully developed from being unoccupied into a thriving business park by family-run, Barnsley-based property and land specialists, Fairbank Investments Ltd.The fully-let park has been bought by international packaging business Neal Brothers, for a seven-figure sum. Neal Brothers are the main tenants on the site, running their export packaging business from their...
Health hub car park extension plan gets go-ahead
PLANS to extend a car park at one of the town’s major health hubs to meet demand have been approved by the council.The 110-space car park at Priory Campus, in Lundwood, will become a 148-space site.A report states: “The applicants are looking to re-use some vacant land within their ownership to accommodate additional parking spaces required for the efficient running and operating of Priory Centre.“An existing car park exists,...
Latest food hygiene ratings served up
NINE Barnsley establishments have been given new food hygiene ratings with all but one picking up top marks.Spice Night, The Secret Italian, Golden House and Frankie’s Chicken and Pizza Bar – all in the town centre – picked up five stars.Whilst Maranto’s, in Thurnscoe, Puccini’s and Nino’s Pizza in Dodworth and Springvale’s Canton House also scored the top rating.Pasha, based on Market Street, was given a score of three...
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Rue Pip and Ozzie
Rue (female black), Pip and Ozzie (male, black and whites) - 8 weeks old
These babies came from a group of cats and kittens living together in a house - we're not sure if they're brothers and sister, or cousins - but they love each other.
They're typical happy kittens - lots of bouncing and fun, cuddles and purring.
They are available from next week (around 19 April) when they are 9 weeks old, and have had their pre-adoption vet check.
Watch them enjoying their close-ups here: https://youtu.be/Xkac5F0yQk4
lease 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.
Susie
Are you looking to add a sweet and loving companion to your home? Meet Susie, a beautiful senior cat in search of her forever family.
Susie is 14 years young, she’s in good health (recently vet-checked) and has been well cared for and loved.
Susie is a happy cat, she likes to talk at meal times and watch the world from a windowsill. She’s a little quiet at first and will need time to adapt to a new home, but she is friendly, enjoys treats and chin scratches and toys.
Susie would thrive in a calm and quiet environment where she can enjoy plenty of love and space when she needs it, and lots of attention when she wants it.
Susie’s previous owners were sadly unable to care for her anymore, so we’re hoping to find a new loving home where she can be cherished through her golden years.
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.
Max
Adorable little Max is about 11 weeks old, he's a chunky kitten who loves his food.
Max came from a busy house full of cats and kittens - he's sweet and lots of fun to play with, and what he really needs is a home with experienced adopters who have to time to continue to teach him to love being with people and having cuddles. He would be best in a home without young children, and he can live with adult cats.
https://youtube.com/shorts/gYqvUw2yomQ?feature=share
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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New vehicles will help green ambitions
A MULTI-MILLION pound scheme to replace council vehicles with greener alternatives – which was signed off earlier this month – will play a ‘vital role’ in reducing carbon emissions.The decision to buy 52 new vehicles was agreed based on several factors including increased maintenance costs and the need to reduce emissions.A total of £4.5m will be spent on a range of vehicles, including bin lorries, school transport and housing services vehicles....
MP is cleared of lockdown breach
BARNSLEY’S only Conservative MP Miriam Cates has been cleared of breaching lockdown rules by the Parliamentary standards watchdog.Mrs Cates, who represents the Penistone and Stocksbridge constituency, was accused of attending a birthday drinks event during lockdown on December 8, 2020.Complaints were made against Mrs Cates and deputy speaker Dame Eleanor Lang - as well as Tory backbenchers Sir Bernard Jenkin and Virginia Crosbie.However, in a report by the Parliamentary standards commissioner Daniel...
Playful pair seeking new home
MEET Duncan and Malcolm – they’re looking for a new home where they can stay together.They are both Cairn Terrier crosses and it’s thought that Duncan, who is three years old, may be nine-month-old Malcolm’s Dad.The pair are currently at Cliffe Kennels and are two delightfully happy and playful boys who will need to stay together. Duncan loves people and other dogs and walks well on his lead but doesn't...
Hundreds wish May a happy birthday
MAY Barton received 787 birthday cards from around the world to mark her 102nd birthday.The lifelong Barnsley resident, who now lives at The Firs in Dodworth, celebrated her special birthday last Sunday with a party.Earlier this year, staff began an appeal to get birthday cards sent to May as they worked to make this momentous day extra special.On Wednesday, residents and staff gathered together at the home’s coffee morning...
People urged to get checked out in Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
PEOPLE who suspect they may be experiencing symptoms of bowel cancer have been urged to get checked out.Stephanie Peacock, who represents Barnsley East, spoke out for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more likely survival is as when it is caught in its early stages, nine out of ten patients survive the illness.However, the MP said too many people do not test soon enough, or...
Glass Works dental practice gets go-ahead
A NEW private dentistry service is set to make its way to the Glass Works after Barnsley Council’s planning department approved plans earlier this month – and no objections were made by the public.The practice will be added at a vacant unit in the Glass Works, adjacent to The Fragrance Shop and next to both Next and Flannels.A report states: “This planning statement is produced to support a request for the...
New play ready for lift off
A NEW play by the Trinity Players is reaching for the stars.Fly Me To The Moon is a new comedy looking at people’s fear of flying and is set to take-off on April 24.It is one of 70-plus plays penned by John Godber, a former drama student at Bretton Hall College now recognised as the third most-performed UK playwright after William Shakespeare and Alan Ayckbourn.Director Helen Watson said: “John...
Speak up on safeguarding
BARNSLEY Council has launched a new campaign aimed at encouraging residents to speak up on safeguarding.Locals are being asked to speak to a member of the council’s team if you think someone’s being mistreated, neglected, harmed or is struggling with hoarding.Anyone can raise a safeguarding concern, whether it’s about yourself, a loved one, a friend, a neighbour or someone you work with.Wendy Lowder, executive director for place health and...
Council accepts £420k funding for Dutch-style roundabout scheme
BARNSLEY Council bosses will next week accept £420,000 in funding to investigate a proposed scheme at Town End roundabout.The ‘Dutch-style’ roundabout plans were first mooted in Barnsley back in 2021 but there was no exact location for the scheme until February.If the plans are taken further, drivers must give way to bicycles when entering and exiting the roundabout at the red cycle lane that circles the junction.All entry and...
Koyo steps up security after 'severe damage'
A DODWORTH firm who were the subject of a ‘traveller invasion’ last month have stepped up their security measures.Officers were called to the Koyo Bearings’ premises in the early hours of March 17 following reports of a burglary.Upon arrival, the police found a large group of travellers on the site and moved them on – though it has been confirmed they caused ‘severe damage’ to the site after attempting to cut...
Ellie's £7k boost for children's cancer charity
A BARNSLEY College apprentice has been praised after raising more than £7,000 for a charity which supports children with cancer.Ellie Sawyer, from the college, held a charity auction night on March 16.The night had two comedians, performances, a raffle, and an auction.Ellie organised and ran the event, making it a huge success, and raising a total of £7,131 for the charity PACT (Parents Association of Children with Tumours and...
Founding band member jailed for historic child sex abuse
A HEAVY metal musician has been jailed for historic child sexual offences which took place when his victim was just six years old.Stephen Dawson, also known as Steve, was a founding member of Barnsley 1970s’ heavy metal band Saxon.He was sentenced yesterday at Sheffield Crown Court for four counts of indecent assault of a child under the age of 14.The abuse took place in the early 1990s when the...
What's Your Move campaign heads for Oakwell
A WHAT’S Your Move takeover is coming to Oakwell tomorrow for Barnsley's home game against Reading to promote physical activity and its benefits.Working in partnership with the Barnsley FC Community Trust, the What's Your Move campaign started in 2020 and aims to get people in Barnsley more physically active so they move more, live well and feel better.Reds players will wear t-shirts promoting What's Your Move during their warm-up, while the...
Accountant who stole over £27k is sentenced
A WOMAN who stole thousands of pounds whilst working as an accountant in Barnsley has been handed a suspended prison sentence.Joanne Sagar, 44, from Knottingley, stole £27,350 over 18 months whilst working at solicitors Howard and Co.The thefts took place between December 2019 and January 2021 while Sagar was employed at the company.Sagar was responsible for matters such as payroll at the company and was one of only two...
Campaign offering free football camp places
BARNSLEY FC have featured on the world’s longest football scarf to kick-start a new campaign which will offer free summer football camp places to kids in the town.Kellogg’s is giving away 30,000 free places for summer camps, supporting parents in keeping their kids active and entertained across the nation during the school summer holidays.To start the campaign, a 100-metre-long scarf has been unveiled, representing the involvement of the English Football League...
Award-winning Robert takes on latest challenge
AN award-winning fundraiser is set to take on his latest challenge alongside his daughter and colleagues.Swimming instructor Robert Blackburn has raised thousands for charity over the years and was awarded a Proud of Barnsley award last year in recognition of his efforts.Robert is preparing to take the plunge at Derwent Water in the Lake District alongside his daughter, Isabelle, and co-workers Nicole Perry, Emily Gamble, Maddie Barker and his friend, Steve...
Pledges to help flood-hit football club
A LOCAL MP is supporting a local football club which has been blighted by flooding issues.Stephanie Peacock has vowed to help Wombwell Main FC who have played less than a handful of times at home this season due to their pitch being waterlogged.Manager Terry Simon has said the club are unsure if they’ll be able to complete their season due to the struggles they’re facing.He also anticipated it would...
Two in court as council cracks down on non-compliant businesses
A TAXI driver has had his license revoked and a trader has been fined for selling unsafe food as part of a council crackdown.The council has said that its teams are cracking down on businesses that are breaching their responsibilities as highlighted in the two recent court cases.A council spokesperson said: “The teams within our regulatory and licensing services are sending out a clear message that action will be taken against...
Town Hall turns blue to mark Parkinson's Day
THE town hall will be illuminated in blue tonight to mark World Parkinson’s Day – with the Barnsley and District Parkinson's Group encouraging people to get involved to support the cause.This year Parkinson's UK is encouraging everyone to Make It Blue to highlight the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. Barnsley Parkinson's group will be holding an awareness day tomorrow in front of the Alhambra centre and today it is holding...
Young bowlers on a roll to help charity
BARNSLEY Youth Bowling Club are striking out to raise funds for a local charity by taking on a 12-hour non-stop bowling event.Barnsley YBC are looking to raise as much money as possible for Barnsley Hospice and their main fundraising event is taking place on Sunday May 12 at Barnsley Bowl from 9.30am until 9.30pm.Some of the Barnsley YBC juniors who have volunteered will be holding a 12-hour non-stop bowling event, and...
