Wath chippy owner’s football factory that fed the Wolves
Long before the roar of Molineux echoed with Premier League glory, the golden era of Wolverhampton Wanderers was being shaped on a modest, muddy Miners Welfare pitch almost a hundred miles away in South Yorkshire. On the sidelines was Mark Crook, a retired footballer and chip shop owner from Wath...
Hospice’s ‘Rother special’ seasonal events
Next year, Rotherham Hospice will celebrate 30 years of providing expert, compassionate care to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness. But while the anniversary is still on the horizon, the hospice is sending a heartfelt invitation to the local community to get involved in the months of fundraising events ahead....
Conisbrough residents campaign against huge solar farm on ancient deer park
A sweeping corner of the South Yorkshire countryside, once roamed by Roman settlers and medieval deer, is at the heart of a growing legal storm as local residents rally to oppose plans for a colossal solar farm they claim would devastate a site of profound historical and ecological significance. The...
Aroundtown Meets Tony Stewart OBE
In the world of football, players and managers often steal the headlines. But behind every club’s rise, revival, or reinvention stands a figure whose influence is quieter, yet no less crucial: the chairman. Tony Stewart OBE has been the steady hand at the helm of Rotherham United since 2008, guiding...
A flock of stories: uncovering RSPB Old Moor’s heritage
Beneath the open skies and among the whispering reeds, the RSPB Old Moor is offering more than birdsong this September. As part of the national Heritage Open Days festival, a series of free talks and exhibitions is taking flight, inviting visitors to explore the rich cultural and natural history of...
Heritage Open Days 2025: What’s on in South Yorkshire
This September, explore hidden places and try out new experiences for free as the annual Heritage Open Days festival returns.
Not just a woman’s issue: Shedding light on male hormonal imbalance
While conversations about hormonal health often centre around women’s experiences with menopause, far less attention is given to the hormonal challenges men can face. That’s something 65-year-old Jeff Anders, from the Dearne Valley, hopes to change. After struggling for months with brain fog, fatigue, weight loss and suicidal thoughts, Jeff...
Menopause: what’s normal and what’s not
For many women, menopause is a word cloaked in mystery, myths, and misinformation. As a pharmacist, I often meet women in their late 40s to early 50s with questions, concerns, or prescriptions in hand, but not always with clarity about what their bodies are going through. Let’s clear the fog...
