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Barnsley College Principal and CEO David Akeroyd
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
The Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony held last week.
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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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,...
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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....
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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...
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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...
Caroline Buckle
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...
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‘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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
Independent councillor Jake Lodge
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...
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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.”...
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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...
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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...
Penistone Town Hall also got a new roof as part of the scheme.
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 Barnsley
Thirteen were from Leeds, ten from Sheffield, five from Chesterfield, four from Wolverhampton and three from Rotherham.
Of...
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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 –...
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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...
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Go-ahead sought for new children's home
PLANNING permission is being sought to create a new children’s home.
An application was submitted to the council for a property on Folly Way in Monk Bretton to be used as a children’s home for four kids.
A report states: “The change to a children’s home will involve less coming and going of people from the property and staff being on longer shifts.
“The proposed use involves the occupation of the property...
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‘Worrying picture’ as figures reveal childcare shortage
A REVIEW which will look into how many childcare places are available in the borough – after it was revealed Barnsley’s placements are lower than the national average – will commence next month.
Office for National Statistics figures show there were just 19 childcare places accessible in Barnsley for every 100 children under seven in the area.
This was below the national rate of 25 childcare places for every 100 kids in England....
Pete Selwood
Comedian Pete excited for home gig
LOCAL comedian Pete Selwood is gearing up for a special homecoming gig in Penistone next month.
The 2023 Comedy Central Live star and New Yorkshire Comedian of the Year winner will perform at the Penistone Paramount on March 14 during Penistone Arts Week.
The 35-year-old has appeared in two seasons of The Emily Atack Show on ITV2, The Likely Dads on BBC Radio 4, Shane Meadows ‘Gallows Pole’ and a BBC3 Sketch alongside...
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Families gather for tree-planting initiative
MORE than 150 trees have been planted in Lundwood thanks to a charitable initiative that saw families spend the day enjoying local green space.
Organised by Kids Plant Trees and Barnsley Council and funded by the South Yorkshire Woodland Partnership, the event last Sunday allowed youngsters to get outside and learn more about nature.
In total, 14 adults and 17 children took part to help plant around 170 trees – with youngsters enjoying...
Councillor Jake Lodge
Councillor's complaint over 'eyesores' being investigated
PLANNING enforcement officers have confirmed they are investigating a councillor’s complaint about a lack of action being taken to clean up ‘eyesores’ in his ward.
Coun Jake Lodge, who represents Worsbrough, brought up the matter concerning Cross Street at last Thursday’s full council meeting.
The long-running issue – which dates back as far as 2016 – resulted in the councillor urging enforcement officers to act against negligent private landlords who are responsible for...
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Police investigate attempted robbery at local station
A POLICE investigation has been launched following reports of an attempted robbery at Darton station.
Officers from the British Transport Police received reports at around 2.30pm on Monday of an attempted robbery.
A spokesperson told the Chronicle: “Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 318 of February 10.”
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Hospital was near capacity – new figures show
ALMOST every bed at Barnsley Hospital was occupied at the start of this month, new figures show.
The most recent NHS situation report for this winter shows the hospital trust had an average of 460 out of 484 beds occupied in the week to February 2.
Across England, an average of 95 per cent of beds were occupied with 98,101 patients in hospital each day for the week – higher than at any...
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Police appeal for information over sheep death
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POLICE are appealing for information following the death of a sheep in a suspected dog attack in Wentworth last week.
It is reported that in the early hours of the morning on Wednesday February 5, two sheep were attacked in a field in Wentworth.
A vet immediately attended, and it is believed that the sheep’s injuries were sustained from a large animal, believed to have been a dog....
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Almost a fifth of homes facing fuel poverty – latest figures
ALMOST a fifth of Barnsley households are deemed to be living in fuel poverty.
Latest estimates from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities suggest 19,642 households in Barnsley were living in fuel poverty in 2022 – 17.7 per cent of the 111,171 households in the area.
This puts Barnsley above the England average of 13.1 per cent.
Adam Scorer, chief executive of the National Energy Action fuel poverty charity, said:...

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