Sheffield Wednesday edged out by Portsmouth at Hillsborough Sheffield Wednesday were narrowly beaten at Hillsborough as Portsmouth claimed a 1–0 victory thanks to a second-half goal from Adrian Segecic. The Owls started brightly and created several promising moments in the first half, pressing high and forcing turnovers in advanced areas, but were unable to convert
Train journeys and station parking affected by Sheffield bridge works Passengers travelling by train in Sheffield are being advised to plan ahead as journey times and station parking will be affected by major engineering work. Network Rail is replacing a life-expired steel bridge deck that carries the railway over the River Sheaf at Beauchief. The
Sheffield taxi drivers raise safety fears over reported attacks Taxi and private hire drivers in Sheffield say they are increasingly avoiding certain parts of the city amid reports of violent incidents while on duty. Representatives from the trade claim drivers have been targeted with objects such as bricks, causing damage to vehicles and raising serious
Body Found at Arbourthorne Pond in Search for Missing Sheffield Woman Police have confirmed that the body of a missing woman has been found at Arbourthorne Pond in Sheffield. Emergency services were called to the area just after 12.20pm on Sunday, where responders were seen cutting through ice on the frozen pond to recover a
Second fire on Meadowhall Road tackled by crews Firefighters were called to a second fire on Meadowhall Road in Sheffield on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, just days after a major industrial blaze nearby. South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said two fire engines attended a commercial building after a call was received at 2.57pm, reporting
Uncertainty continues over snooker’s future at the Crucible Snooker fans are still waiting for clarity on the future of the World Snooker Championship and its long-standing home at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre as the new year begins. The Crucible has hosted the sport’s flagship tournament for decades and is widely regarded for its unique atmosphere, but
Fire near Meadowhall now out as investigation begins Firefighters have been tackling a large warehouse fire on Meadowhall Road in Sheffield, close to the Meadowhall shopping centre. South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that multiple fire engines were sent to the scene on Friday evening after a significant plume of smoke was seen across
Four arrested after Christmas Day shooting in Sheffield South Yorkshire Police have arrested four men on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting on Christmas Day in Sheffield. Officers were called to Wilfred Drive in the Darnall area at around 11.27pm after reports of a firearms incident. Emergency services attended and found a 20-year-old man
Police reassure shoppers over festive patrols in Sheffield Visitors to Sheffield’s Christmas markets are being advised not to be alarmed by an increased police presence in the city centre during the festive period. South Yorkshire Police have confirmed that more officers will be visible in and around the city centre as a precautionary measure to
Redundancies confirmed in Sheffield after Arnold Laver collapse Administrators have confirmed that 214 people have been made redundant, including at least 50 roles in Sheffield, following the collapse of National Timber Group, the parent company of Arnold Laver. Nationally, around 561 jobs have been placed at risk as part of the administration process. In Sheffield,