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Man nicknamed "killer" ringleader of gang of Sheffield brothers responsible for historic child sex abuse

The sickening child sex crimes of a twisted Sheffield man nicknamed “killer” who threatened and coerced his victims with a gun can now be reported, after his younger brothers were found guilty of a catologue of similar offences.

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David Hollinger obituary

My brother, David Hollinger, who has died aged 50 from complications following a stroke, was a mountaineering guide and instructor; he embodied resilience and determination.In the years following university he climbed the Shroud on the Grandes Jorasses, the north face of the Eiger, the north face of...

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Man arrested for sexual assault after “altercation” at Ponds Forge Sauna

A man has been arrested under suspicion of sexual assault after an “altercation” between a group of men at a sauna in Ponds Forge.

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Yorkshire Water repairs Sheffield sewer days after councillor calls out delays

Yorkshire Water dug up Netherthorpe Place over a month ago

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Sheffield FC: Music stars reveal plans for new era at world's oldest football club

Sheffield music star John McClure and big name pop manager David Bianchi have unveiled their new plans to spread to word on historic Sheffield FC.

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Plan goes ahead to restore “beautiful” Sheffield park lodge as an eating place

A historic building in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield is set to be leased out so that it can be restored and turned into a hospitality venue.

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Man arrested after utility worker discovers 120-plant cannabis farm on Edmund Road

A man was arrested on suspicion of growing cannabis at a Sheffield house after a utility worker raised the alarm.

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Sheffield convenience store caught selling alcohol and vapes under-age wins bid to keep licence

A Sheffield convenience store has won its fight to keep its off licence sales after being caught selling vapes and alcohol to under-age customers.

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Female Doncaster prison guard admits sexual relationship with inmate

A female Doncaster prisoner officer has admitted having a sexual relationship with an inmate.

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Sheffield woman missing as police grow increasingly concerned

Police trying to trace a Sheffield woman missing are increasingly concerned for her welfare.

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Man arrested after boy, 17, allegedly raped at Sheffield railway station in middle of the day

Officers from British Transport Police have arrested a 50-year-old man, after a 17-year-old boy was allegedly raped at Sheffield railway station in the middle of the day.

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‘Once-in-a-lifetime trip turned nightmare’: Sheffield couple stranded in Maldives

A Sheffield couple say their "once in a lifetime luxury holiday" to the Maldives has turned into "one of the most stressful experiences" after having to ditch their luxury resort for a "budget" £500-a-night hotel due to the Iran-US war.

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Police appeal for help to find missing Sheffield woman

Sara was last seen in Stannington

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Man arrested at Manchester Airport over Sheffield murder 20 years on

Ibrahim Ilyas, 20, was shot dead while sitting in his car

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Police make Sheffield murder arrest at Manchester airport over fatal shooting in 2006

Police have charged a man with a Sheffield murder after arresting him at an airport - 20 years after the fatal shooting.

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"It's costing the public a fortune," Sheffeld judge tells Page Hall brawlers over appointment no-shows

A Sheffield judge has criticised three men due to be sentenced for their involvement in a Page Hall brawl, after they failed to attend probation appointments, “costing the public a fortune.”

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Widespread power cut leaves over 250 Sheffield homes without electricity

A power cut affecting hundreds of homes in north Sheffield has left some residents without electricity while engineers work to restore supplies.

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Firefighters close down M1 service station near Rotherham and Sheffield over 'leaking tanker'

A motorway services has been closed by firefighters over a leaking tanker.

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Video shows moment fan makes obscene gesture before Barnsley supporter runs onto pitch - and gets banned

This is the moment a football fan stormed the pitch and made a lewd gesture at rival fans - landing himself and a Barnsley fan banning orders.

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We lost loved ones during the pandemic - this is why Sheffield should never forget

Jim Allen was one of the thousands in Sheffield who lost their lives to coronavirus during the pandemic which swept the country, leading to the 2020 lockdown.