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Christmas Lights switch-on 2011
Published: Thursday 10th November 2011
History repeats itself next week at the switch-on of Rotherham's Christmas lights.
Rotherham Remembers
Published: Thursday 10th November 2011
Rotherham remembers the fallen with the Mayor of Rotherham leading the borough's annual remembrance tributes this weekend
All's fair at Magna as the Fayre comes to town again
Published: Wednesday 19th October 2011
There'll be plenty of fun at the Fayre as one of the year's most popular events returns to Magna to give advice on a range of services available in Rotherham.
Something for all at the Town Hall Open Day
Published: Wednesday 19th October 2011
Brides and their husbands-to-be will get the chance of a sneak preview of new wedding facilities at Rotherham's Town Hall as it opens its doors to the public later this month.
The seaside comes to Rotherham next week.
Published: Tuesday 2nd August 2011
Sand, deckchairs, fish and chips, ice-cream, fun and hopefully sun will be the order of the day as Rotherham by the Sea returns to All Saints’ Square next week for its ninth year.
Rotherham By the Sea Comes to All Saints Square.
Published: Friday 29th July 2011
Sand, deckchairs, fish and chips, ice-cream, fun and hopefully sun will be the order of the day as 'Rotherham-by-the-Sea' returns to All Saints’ Square for its ninth year.
Kids get Mega Active in Rotherham
Published: Thursday 21st July 2011
Kids from across Rotherham will have the chance to have a fun-packed summer thanks to the Mega Active Programme.
Royal Shakespeare Company on stage in Rotherham
Published: Wednesday 6th July 2011
The Royal Shakespeare Company will visit Rotherham as part of its tour of a production of Hamlet to schools and theatre venues across England this Autumn.
Rotherham Rocks Fashion
Published: Wednesday 6th July 2011
High fashion comes to the high street as Rotherham eagerly welcomes the return of sashaying, poses and pouts.
Inspiring Children's Festival kicks off
Published: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Rotherham's Children's Festival gets into full gear this week as it aims to inspire children, families and educationalists to celebrate learning.
Go and get gunged
Published: Wednesday 15th June 2011
Saturday is your chance to be a record breaker and get absolutely covered in gunge - all for a good cause.
Rotherham Raises Armed Forces Flag
Published: Wednesday 15th June 2011
The contribution made by Rotherham's military personnel - both serving or retired - will be celebrated next week when the Armed Forces Day flag is raised over Rotherham Town Hall.
Mixin' it with the Mayor
Published: Friday 20th May 2011
Rotherham folk are being invited to 'Mix it with the Mayor' this weekend.
Musical legend to perform sell out show in Rotherham
Published: Thursday 10th March 2011
A timeless music and comedy hero comes to Rotherham Civic Theatre this month as Joe Longthorne brings his new show to the town.
Rotherham Welcomes music legend Les McKeown and The Bay City Rollers
Published: Thursday 10th March 2011
Take a trip back in time to the world of the biggest pop sensation of the 1970s! Join Les McKeown for an evening of hit songs, teenage memories, and nostalgic stories.
'Untold Stories' of Holocaust Memorial Day in Rotherham
Published: Monday 24th January 2011
'Untold Stories' of genocide will be recounted at a special event in Rotherham to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day.
It’s Panto Time In Rotherham
Published: Thursday 2nd December 2010
It’s that magical time of year when Christmas dreams really do come true as pantomime returns to Rotherham Civic Theatre from Saturday December 4 (weather permitting).
Rotherham Remembers
Published: Tuesday 9th November 2010
Rotherham remembers the fallen with the Mayor of Rotherham leading the borough's annual remembrance tributes this coming week.
Don't let the horror of not being able to vote creep up on you this Halloween!
Published: Wednesday 27th October 2010
Rotherham residents will be receiving a reminder letter regarding their electoral registration form this week.
Frightful Fun at Thrybergh Country Park
Published: Monday 25th October 2010
With Halloween looming like a full moon, it’s time to dust down your broomsticks, polish your fangs and get ready to spook and be spooked at one of Rotherham’s scariest events of the year.
Snap winner wins snap
Published: Monday 25th October 2010
A talented amateur photographer has been judged to have captured the spirit of the recent Rotherham Show on an online contest and won a tasty treat for his efforts.
Register now for Santa Run and Frosty Fun
Published: Thursday 7th October 2010
Big-hearted Rotherham residents are being asked to jump into a Santa suit and take part in the worldwide ‘Santa Dash’ phenomenon.
Ghost walk returns to Rotherham Town Centre
Published: Tuesday 21st September 2010
Prepare to be spooked as Far Out Theatre hosts a spine chilling ghost trail around Rotherham town centre on Thursday October 28 at 7pm.
Beauty in all its forms at Rotherham Show
Published: Wednesday 18th August 2010
From arts and crafts to automotive dreams, an array of colour, beauty, passion and creativity is bringing the 2010 Rotherham Show to life.
New Floodlights at Herringthorpe Valley Park
Published: Thursday 5th August 2010
Good news for children and young people across the borough who are being invited to celebrate the installation of the new floodlights at Herringthorpe Valley Park by taking part in free multi-sport sessions.
School's out - what now?
Published: Wednesday 4th August 2010
Children and young people across Rotherham are being offered all sorts of amazing new opportunities for the rest of the summer holiday thanks to a new scheme.
Rotherham-by-the-Sea comes to All Saints’ Square
Published: Wednesday 4th August 2010
Sand, deckchairs, ice-cream, fun and hopefully sun will be the order of the day as Rotherham-by-the-Sea returns to All Saints’ Square for its 8th year.
Spooky shenanigans at Rotherham Walking Festival
Published: Wednesday 28th April 2010
Rotherham’s annual Walking Festival is offering intrepid adventurers a week of walks with a difference - including one spine-chilling wander into the unknown.
Mayor's Valentine Gala
Published: Thursday 4th February 2010
The Mayor of Rotherham’s Valentine Gala takes place next week.
Award winning stand up comedy comes to Rotherham
Published: Thursday 4th February 2010
Internationally renowned mirth-merchants, Jongleurs, will be bringing the cream of the country’s young comedic talent to Rotherham this month to help banish those post-Christmas blues.
Visitor Centre offers Festival tickets
Published: Thursday 4th February 2010
All the sights, sounds, tastes and fun of the Rotherham Oakwood Real Ale and Music Festival is returning to the borough this month and now, thanks to Rotherham Visitor Centre, tickets are even easier
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