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A LOCAL vintage company has donated hundreds of fur coats to Ukrainian refugees.
Glass Onion started in 2005 out of a Barnsley coal shed but they’ve since grown to become one of the UK’s leading vintage clothing companies.
They process more than 20,000kg of second-hand clothing every single week at the warehouse, and while they don’t buy fur product from their suppliers, on occasion some slip through the net.
Once they’d built...
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Cyclists mark centenary with historic ride
BARNSLEY Road Club celebrated their centenary last weekend by travelling to Goole and back.
In 1924, while Barnsley FC sat in the lower reaches of Division Two, an article appeared in a cycling magazine.
The article placed by the founding members enquired if anyone was interested in forming a cycling club in Barnsley, and 20 people turned up to the Manor Castle to discuss.
At this meeting, the club’s first official club...
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Council appeals for memories and photos
THE council is asking people to get involved in its 50th celebrations by sharing memories and photos.
On Monday, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council will celebrate its Golden Anniversary – and will be marking the milestone throughout April.
A spokesperson said: “Share your memories of Barnsley in times gone by. It doesn’t need to be as long as 50 years ago, but we’d love to get a glimpse of Barnsley through the years within...
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MP to host charity funding workshop
A LOCAL MP will host a virtual funding workshop for charities with the People’s Postcode Lottery next month.
John Healey, MP for Wentworth and Dearne, will host the event on Friday, April 19 at 10am.
The session gives local charities, volunteer organisations, and community groups advice on how they can apply for funds to make a difference in their community.
Over £109,000, raised by People’s Postcode Lottery players, has already made a...
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Man jailed after drugs and money find
A BARNSLEY man has been jailed for possession with intent to supply cocaine and money laundering.
Christopher Hewitt, 60, of Park Road, was stopped by police on Doncaster Road on July 27 last year. The car was searched and around £50,000 in cash was recovered from the front passenger footwell of the car.
A further search of a property in Barnsley resulted in the recovery of five kilos of cocaine, approximately £70,000 in...
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Charity says thanks to the Lions
A BARNSLEY charity has thanked Denby Dale Lions for its latest donation.
The Lions Club has gifted £500 to Barnsley Hospital Charity for its Make A Memory Appeal.
A charity spokesman said: “It was an absolute pleasure to meet some of the members from Denby Dale District Lions and hear about all their exciting work and events that they do.
“The Lions’ motto is “We Serve” which we couldn’t agree with more....
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New chapter ahead for children's library
A LOCAL children’s library is the latest to get funding for renovation and improvements..
Barnsley Libraries has secured over £60,000 from the Libraries Improvement Fund to invest in a new-look Wombwell Children's Library
A spokesperson said: “Barnsley Libraries has received £65,470 to revamp Wombwell Children’s Library, enabling us to expand and improve the space to offer even better activities for our children and young people.
“This marks the third time Barnsley Libraries...
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'Under-performing' takeaway to close
A NATIONAL pizza takeaway will close its Barnsley branch due to its ‘under-performance’.
Papa John’s, on Upper New Street near the town centre, will cease trading, it was confirmed this week, becoming one of 43 branches across the country to close.
Chris Phylactou, managing director at Papa John’s, said: “Our priority is our team members who will be fully supported throughout this process.
“Our goal is to work with impacted team members...
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Police recover tools and equipment
POLICE have recovered power tools and rural equipment in Barnsley and want to get them back to their rightful owners.
Officers investigating rural thefts of sheds, barns and outbuildings have recovered machinery, tools and other miscellaneous items believed to have been taken between February and March 2024.
To view the 22 items recovered, you can visit South Yorkshire Police’s Flickr album https://orlo.uk/swtd1
If you recognise any of the items, get in touch...
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Road to be closed after bank holiday
TEMPORARY traffic lights will remain in place over Easter weekend following a burst water main in Monk Bretton, yesterday.
Barnsley Council says that Yorkshire Water is continuing to deal with the problem on Burton Road between Old Tannery Way and Newlyn Drive.
Following repairs to the water main, the road will be closed again from 7am on Tuesday April 2 so repairs to the road and pavement can be completed safely.
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Men sentenced over death of Carl Dixon
DANIEL Cheetham, 26, and Liam Shaw, 25, have today been sentenced to a combined total of 29 years in prison.
The pair were yesterday found guilty of their part in the death of a 35-year-old Barnsley man Carl Dixon.
Cheetham was found guilty of murder and sentenced to 18 years in prison. He was also found guilty of assault causing actual bodily harm and sentenced to two years, to run concurrently.
Shaw...

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Max


Adorable little Max is about 10 weeks old, he's a chunky kitten who loves his food.
Max came from a busy house full of cats and kittens, but he's not had a lot of cuddling - 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 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.

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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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Interview with Mary, the cat.
How did you get your name Mary? I was homeless and gave birth at Christmas so my foster carer called me Mary.
Favourite place to sit? a comfie lap and bunting a hand to pat me some more.
Favourite music you make? I like to purr loudly.
What are you good at? I'm very good at doing somersaults after a feather.
Favourite game? Chasing a feather all around the room.
Something you're looking forward to? My own place to live.
 
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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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Village celebrates ten years of community
A BARNSLEY village celebrated a decade of community spirit at the weekend.
Thurnscoe came alive thanks to a community event that featured a 20ft art interactive art structure.
Hosted by Big Local Thurnscoe and their legacy organisation, Thurnscoe Regeneration CIO, the event titled "Building the Future" drew in local residents to celebrate and engage in a day filled with art, theatre, and fun.
Marking ten years since Local Trust, a National Lottery...
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Easter health advice including chemist opening times
WITH the Easter bank holiday weekend just around the corner, NHS South Yorkshire is reminding people that it’s important to know where you can get health care and advice should you need it over the long weekend.
NHS South Yorkshire wants to ensure that when people are unwell they get the right service at the right time so they can get the best possible treatment.
Some NHS services such as GP surgeries and...
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Evie taking her equal opportunities campaign to Parliament
A YOUNG girl who has battled against her own mental health issues is taking her campaign for equal opportunities for her peers to the Houses of Parliament.
Evie Whitaker-Tingey, 13, who has anxiety and autism, yet always makes time to volunteer for The Youth Association.
Despite the issues in her life which have led her to being out of full-time education for six months Evie remains upbeat and motivated as she works to...
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Model pupil Seth earns award nomination
A KIND-HEARTED schoolboy secretly gave gifts to everyone in his class.
Birdwell Primary pupil Seth Buchan, nine, decided to start hiding gifts for his fellow pupils last November when the school were promoting World Kindness Day. Over a few weeks pupils kept finding gifts, though Seth’s involvement remained unknown.
Headteacher Steve Honeyman said: “He left nice notes in each of them. At first he stayed anonymous and didn’t want anyone to know it...
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School achieves asthma friendly accolade
A LOCAL primary school has become the first in Barnsley to achieve the Asthma Friendly School Award.
The initiative aims to improve the care of pupils with asthma by raising awareness through information, training and support for school staff as well as pupils, parents and carers.
Silkstone Common Junior and Infants School became the first in Barnsley to receive the award, and were visited by the council and Barnsley Hospital earlier this month....
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Pair to be sentenced over brutal beating and stabbing in Worsbrough
TWO men brutally beat and stabbed a Barnsley man to death after an argument broke out over a box of tablets.
Described by witnesses as ‘tag teaming’ 35-year-old Carl Dixon to his death, Daniel Cheetham, 26, and Liam Shaw, 25, have today been found guilty of murder and manslaughter by a jury.
At 11.19pm on Tuesday September 5, 2023, officers were called to attend a property on George Street in Worsbrough, following...
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Hoyland man went on 16-day thieving spree
A CONVICTED thief with a prolific record of stealing from local shops is back in prison after a shoplifting spree.
Ashley Walmsley spent Christmas behind bars after admitting to multiple thefts in the run up to the festive period.
The 29-year-old was sentenced to 12 weeks in prison and is back in jail after a 16-day thieving spree which saw him steal numerous products, including Easter eggs, fabric conditioner and pieces of meat....
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Shisha bar plan for former Barnsley warehouse gets go-ahead
PLANNING ROUND-UP: Plans to change the use of a town centre warehouse into a shisha bar and restaurant have been approved by the council.
An application was re-submitted to change the use of the first floor of the former MC Mills and Co warehouse on Lower Castlereagh Street into the shisha bar in November. These plans were given the green light by Barnsley Council’s planning board last week.
PLANNING permission is being sought to...
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New opening times for Barnsley attractions
BARNSLEY Museums have announced new opening times for four of their free heritage attractions starting on April 8.
Cannon Hall Museum, Park and Gardens will be opening Thursday-Sunday 11am-4pm until Christmas with school holiday opening being Monday-Sunday, 11am-4pm with the museum being closed Christmas to Easter. Park and Gardens open all year round.
Worsbrough Mill will be open Thursday to Sunday, 10am-3pm with the Country Park open all year round.
Elsecar Heritage...
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Hospice says thanks for incredible donation
BARNSLEY Hospice has been able to purchase a new ECG machine thanks to a recent donation.
Stainborough Rotary Club donated £2,680 and recently presented a cheque to the hospice.
A hospice spokesperson said: “Thanks to this incredible donation, we were able to purchase a new ECG machine for our Inpatient unit.
“This machine will make a huge difference to the hospice and we would like to say a huge thank you to...
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Charity ball raises almost £8k for hospices
A CHARITY ball where a unique Barnsley FC shirt was auctioned raised thousands for both Barnsley and Rotherham hospices.
The ball at Dodworth’s Holiday Inn saw 221 people attend, including both towns’ mayors and on the night a special prize – a signed shirt worn by Barnsley FC mascot Toby Tyke in 1997 when the Reds enjoyed their only stint in the Premier League – was auctioned off, helping organiser Claire Jasiok raise almost...
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Micro-pub entrepreneur toasts start-up grant
DONNA Taylor is living her dream after opening her own micro-pub.
Donna, an experienced social club manager, had always wanted to run her own pub and after tapping into a start-up grant from Barnsley Council she has opened the Market Tap micro-pub in Goldthorpe.
Goldthorpe-born Donna launched her new venture in November after successfully applying for support with fit-out and equipment costs.
The grant covered £5,000 of the £15,000 start-up costs, which...
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Police probe after burglary at Barnsley business
A GROUP of travellers set up camp at a Dodworth business before reportedly causing damage and stealing equipment, prompting a police investigation.
Officers were called to the Koyo Bearings’ premises in the early hours of last Sunday (March 17) following reports of a burglary.
A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “It is reported that a group of people with caravans had previously gained entry to the premises and while there broke into...
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Cyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in collision
A 52-YEAR-OLD cyclist has life-threatening injuries following an incident in Worsbrough Dale on Saturday evening.
Police have appealed for information, witnesses, dashcam and CCTV footage after a collision involving the cyclist and a stationary car.
Emergency services were called at 9.11pm to Oakdale, Worsbrough Bridge, to reports of a collision involving a blue pedal bike and a parked red Peugeot.
A 52-year-old man, who was riding the bike, was taken to hospital...
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Club bowled over by grant
A SPORTS club will make improvements to its hilltop HQ after winning a £6,500 grant.
Ingbirchworth Pétanque Club was one of the successful applicants to the Council’s Pride of Place Fund.
Almost £100,000 worth of Pride of Place funding was awarded to community groups and organisations in Barnsley.
The club was founded in September 2023 with the aim of bringing the community together. It has more than 40 members, who meet twice...
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Choir back on song after funding boost
A BARNSLEY choir at risk of folding following the Covid pandemic has found a new beat thanks to a funding boost.
Hoyland Community Choir received a £1,500 grant from South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF) via its Small Grants fund to help fund weekly sessions as well as outreach activities such as performances in local libraries and care homes.
The money was also used to recruit a professional musical facilitator and keyboard accompanist to...
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Police appeal following Harborough Hill collision
TWO men were taken to hospital on Sunday evening following a collision on Harborough Hill Road.
Police were called at 7.23pm and it’s reported that a white Mercedes was involved in a collision with two pedestrians. Two men, aged 32 and 45, were taken to hospital and their injuries are not believed to be a life-threatening.
The road was closed for some time to allow the scene to be cleared. Anyone with information is...
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MP backs puppy smuggling campaign
STEPHANIE Peacock, the MP for Barnsley East, recently joined an event in Parliament to stand against puppy smuggling.
When puppies are smuggled into the UK, they often experience traumatic conditions, leaving them with long-term behavioural and health problems.
The Dogs Trust have been campaigning to end puppy smuggling for ten years.
Stephanie said: “I was pleased to join the event in Parliament recently to stand against puppy smuggling. Gangs have gone unchecked...
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Council 'dedicated to improving roads'
BARNSLEY Council has said that extensive work has been carried out over the last financial year through the accelerated Highways Capital Programme.
The council says that a £20 million investment has made significant improvements to the roads in a number of key areas across the borough.
Work that has been completed as part of the scheme includes:
Carriageway resurfacing at the A628 Westway and Townend Roundabout.
Carriageway resurfacing, including drainage repairs, minor...
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Police appeal for missing man James
POLICE have appealed for information on the whereabouts of a missing man.
James, 63, was last seen on March 11 at 10am in the Wombwell area.
He is described as white, 5ft 5in of stocky build, with a balding head.
He was last seen wearing a black woolly hat, dark coat and dark bottoms.
James is also known to speak with a strong Scottish accent.
Officers are becoming increasingly concerned...

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