Latest news
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Templeborough Biomass Power Plant inaugurated by HRH The Duke of York
Published on Tuesday, 25th June 2019 in Council news newsTempleborough Biomass Power Plant was officially inaugurated by His Royal Highness The Duke of York this week, with the Leader of Rotherham Council welcoming the project.
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Inspirational Rotherham teen presented with prestigious Diana Award
Published on Friday, 21st June 2019 in Children and families newsA teenager who has dedicated herself to raising awareness of community cohesion and mental health issues has been given an esteemed Diana Award following a surprise visit from some public figures.
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Rotherham’s ‘River of Flowers’
Published on Thursday, 20th June 2019 in Council news newsRotherham Council has again planted the seeds of the 'River of Flowers' - wildflowers that grow along eight miles of roads between the town centre, Catcliffe and Bramley.
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Rotherham’s ambitions becoming a reality
Published on Thursday, 13th June 2019 in Council news newsRotherham’s ambitious plans were the focus of this year’s showcase event as leaders came together to highlight just how far the town has come in a short space of time.
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Tell us how you would like to give your views
Published on Thursday, 13th June 2019 in About the council newsRotherham people have an opportunity to have their say on how they can be involved in shaping the future development of the borough.
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‘The Big Rotherham Door Knock’ comes calling
Published on Thursday, 13th June 2019 in Council news newsResidents in Rotherham were paid a visit by a legion of doorknockers at the start of June in a bid to combat loneliness and social isolation.
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Views wanted on South Yorkshire bus services
Published on Wednesday, 12th June 2019 in Council news newsPeople from across South Yorkshire are being asked for their views on buses in a survey being carried out by Sheffield City Region.
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Rotherham's annual salute to Armed Forces returns
Published on Tuesday, 11th June 2019 in Leisure and culture newsRotherham town centre will once again host one of the region’s biggest celebrations for Armed Forces Day on Saturday 29 June.
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Landlords fined following Housing Act offences
Published on Friday, 7th June 2019 in Council news newsA Rotherham landlord has been ordered to pay more than £5,000 after he failed to carry out vital safety works on his properties – including work to correct fire hazards.
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Survey launched to help find out how we can respond to suicide as a community
Published on Wednesday, 5th June 2019 in Council news newsThe Council would like to hear from anyone who has been bereaved from or affected by suicide and who would like to share their views.
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Council seeks views on the future of Rotherham Libraries and Neighbourhood Hubs
Published on Wednesday, 5th June 2019 in Leisure and culture newsRotherham Council is seeking views on how Rotherham Libraries could look in the future.
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Householders warned of unlicensed waste removal services
Published on Tuesday, 4th June 2019 in Council news newsResidents are once again being warned of the risks of using unlicensed “man with a van” waste removal services after a Rawmarsh woman’s household items were fly-tipped on a country lane.
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Council consults on house to house collections
Published on Monday, 3rd June 2019 in Council news newsRotherham residents are being asked for their views on proposals to better regulate house-to-house “charity bag” collectors.
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Views sought on proposed changes to enforcement policy
Published on Monday, 3rd June 2019 in Council news newsRotherham Council is asking residents for their views on proposed changes to the way it carries out enforcement in the borough.
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Get involved at Rotherham Council’s Rotherham Show
Published on Thursday, 30th May 2019 in Leisure and culture newsThere are plenty of opportunities to get involved with the Rotherham Show this year from volunteering to making and baking.
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Gold line up for Rotherham’s hottest ticket in town - the Wentworth Music Festival!
Published on Wednesday, 29th May 2019 in Leisure and culture newsThe stars will be coming out in force in Rotherham in just a couple of weeks’ time to play the third ever music festival in the grounds of the historic Wentworth Woodhouse.
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Further plans to tackle anti-social behaviour
Published on Wednesday, 29th May 2019 in Community and living newsCommunity backing has been given to further plans to tackle anti-social behaviour in a Rotherham area.
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New rules to improve private lettings set to be agreed
Published on Wednesday, 29th May 2019 in Community and living newsImproving the standards of privately rented accommodation with a new “selective licensing” scheme is set to be agreed for two Rotherham areas.
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Zero policy on new sex establishments
Published on Tuesday, 28th May 2019 in Community and living newsThe Council is set to adopt a tough stance on sex establishments being set up in Rotherham following overwhelming backing for these changes.
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Investigative work begins on Forge Island flood defence scheme
Published on Friday, 24th May 2019 in Council news newsRotherham Council’s Town Centre Masterplan is forging ahead with site investigation works underway on Forge Island as part of the flood defence works.
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Help for ‘green’ projects
Published on Thursday, 23rd May 2019 in Community and living newsA helping hand is on the way for ‘green’ and healthy eating community projects across Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham.
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Ellen knits up a storm to help Rotherham’s looked after children
Published on Wednesday, 22nd May 2019 in Council news newsKind-hearted resident Ellen Royston helped kick-start the borough’s Foster Care Fortnight activities by donating her handmade blankets to local foster carers.
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Supporting communities focus for new Mayor
Published on Friday, 17th May 2019 in Councillors, democracy and elections newsHelping and supporting Rotherham’s people and communities is the focus for Rotherham’s new Mayor, who was sworn in today (Friday 17 May).
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Illicit cigarettes seized in trading standards operation
Published on Thursday, 16th May 2019 in Council news newsMore than 70,000 suspected illicit cigarettes have been taken off the streets in a major trading standards operation in Rotherham.
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A future vision for Rotherham libraries
Published on Monday, 13th May 2019 in Leisure and culture newsPlans to ensure all Rotherham libraries are based in the heart of local communities are set to be explored.
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New plans for pupils with special needs and disability
Published on Monday, 13th May 2019 in Children and families newsParents and schools in Rotherham will be consulted under new proposals to help improve the educational experience for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
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New family friendly exhibition ‘Wow! Said the Owl’ coming to Clifton Park Museum
Published on Thursday, 9th May 2019 in Council news newsA brand-new family friendly exhibition is being launched at Rotherham’s Clifton Park in time for May Spring Bank Holiday and the summer holidays.
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Clifton Park Museum secures National Lottery support for its’ Place Makers: Future Shapers project
Published on Tuesday, 23rd April 2019 in Council news newsRotherham Heritage Services, based at Clifton Park Museum, has received a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant of £49,200 for an exciting heritage project working with young people.
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Rotherham’s 2019 annual Garden Competition is creating a buzz
Published on Tuesday, 23rd April 2019 in Community and living newsThere’s a real buzz around the annual Rotherham Council garden competition this year as it introduces a new category to help out the bees and the butterflies.
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Children once again get preferred primary school
Published on Tuesday, 16th April 2019 in Children and families newsMore children across Rotherham are going to a school of choice from September than ever before, new figures out today reveal.
