Sheffield and South Yorkshire News
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Station shut due to flood risk amid Storm Claudia
No rail or tram services will stop at the station between 16:00 on Friday and midday on Saturday.

Anxiety drug contributed to paddling pool death
Roan Bloore had taken tablets prescribed to someone else shortly before he drowned, a court hears.

British-Ukrainian author Marina Lewycka dies aged 79
Lewycka was working at Sheffield Hallam University when she published her debut novel A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian

Sheff Wed wages to be paid on time thanks to fans
Wages at Sheffield Wednesday can be paid on time for November and December after fans ended their boycott of the club.

Amber warnings come into force as Storm Claudia brings heavy rain and flooding to UK
Storm Claudia is bringing heavy and persistent rain to parts of the UK. Amber warnings have been issued and there is a risk of flooding and disruption as Simon King explains.

Prison staff charged over death of inmate
Christopher Pearson, 42, died at HMP Leeds in September 2021.

'I'd love to drive buses again after my brain op'
Melissa Steers had to give up her career as a bus driver after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.

Region's doctors defend 13th round of strikes
Some doctors across Yorkshire begin a five-day walkout over pay and a lack of future opportunities.

Twenty-four hour watch on fire-risk flats
Nine blocks of flats in Sheffield are under what is known as a "waking watch", the council says.

Man and woman die in one-vehicle crash on motorway
Police are appealing for anyone with information about the collision to come forward.

Appeal after man, 86, seriously injured in crash
A driver and passenger were injured in a collision in Barnsley on Tuesday, police say.

Why were hundreds queuing through Sheffield?
Hundreds of people queued in Sheffield for the opening of the new SpudBros shop

Doncaster woman?s lung surgery mistake
Cancer misdiagnosis in Doncaster leads to unnecessary lung surgery and lifelong issues

Secret South Yorkshire
A rusting sculpture marks the eerie legacy of Sheffield?s 1836 bear pit.

Major Sheffield event ends after 8 years
Illuminate the Gardens? Founder, Bob Worm explains why the event is ending.

'Wizard of Sheffield' casts his last spell
Sheffield's Magic Shop The Magick Lounge has announced it's closure

Sheff Wed wages to be paid on time thanks to fans
Wages at Sheffield Wednesday can be paid on time for November and December after fans ended their boycott of the club.

Bairstow wants to keep making Yorkshire proud
Yorkshire captain Jonny Bairstow says the enjoyment is still there as he signs on until 2028 with the county.

Five things to look out for in EFL: Imps eye top spot as Millers motor
BBC Sport highlights five things you might want to look out for in this weekend's EFL action

Sheff Utd sign experienced striker Bamford
Sheffield United sign former Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford on a short-term deal until January.

Yorkshire captain Bairstow extends contract
Yorkshire captain Jonny Bairstow extends his contract through to the end of 2028.

Sheffield Wednesday to keep Amass beyond January
Left-back Harry Amass to remain at Sheffield Wednesday following the January transfer window.

Ten parties show proof of funds to buy Sheff Wed
BBC Radio Sheffield understands 10 parties have now provided proof of funds to administrators at Sheffield Wednesday.

Gray experience important - Jones
Sheffield Wednesday boss Dave Jones says it was important to bring in experience when hiring coach Stuart Gray.

Rovers close to Palmer extension
Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Liam Palmer is set to stay at League One leaders Tranmere for the rest of the season.

O'Grady targets Owls consistency
Sheffield Wednesday striker Chris O'Grady says they must show greater consistency to get away from the bottom three.

Maguire backs Blades for title
Sheffield United defender Harry Maguire believes the side have what it takes to win League One.

Notts County 0-3 Rotherham
Ben Pringle's early goal helps put Rotherham into the FA Cup third round with an easy victory at League One Notts County.

Brook fight switched to February
Kell Brook's postponed fight against Devon Alexander for the IBF welterweight title is moved to 23 February.

Keeper Coyne extends Blades stay
Sheffield United goalkeeper Danny Coyne extends his short-term deal with the club until the end of January.
Man admits lacing sweets with sedatives and assaulting boys at summer camp
Jon Ruben, 76, pleads guilty to a series of charges including sex offences against two young boys.
Weather warnings in force as Storm Claudia brings heavy rain to UK
The storm has brought flooding and downpours, with some areas expecting up to a month's worth of rain in a day.
'Prolific' rapist who drugged women gets life term
"Incredibly dangerous" multiple rapist Chao Xu is ordered to spend a minimum of 14 years in prison.
Fly-tippers bury field in 'shocking' mountain of waste
The enormous pile of rubbish is called an "environmental catastrophe unfolding in plain sight".
Reform councillor expelled after video leak
Isabella Kemp said she "strongly" denied accusations that she had been involved with the leak.
Teen nursery worker sentenced for child rape and abuse
Thomas Waller, 18, was arrested after a boy told his mother he had been abused in a school toilet.
Ice cream scoops and spoons found in knife bin
North Yorkshire Police say it looks like someone used the bin for a "full kitchen drawer clear out".
Man guilty of stalking Dame Penny Mordaunt
Edward Brandt, 61, is cleared of the more serious charge of stalking involving serious distress.
Man murdered 'loving' grandmother to inherit money
Joshua Powell, 27, sneaked into 96-year-old Emma Finch's house at night and strangled her.
Police investigate human bones found in garden
Officers were called to the village of Beltoft after the bones were discovered during building work.
Blue Islands ceases trading and cancels flights
The airline employed about 100 staff and operated flights across the British Isles, and beyond.
Pellets wash up at nature reserve and Dungeness beach
Southern Water apologised after pellets were released due to an issue at its wastewater site.