The general Barnsley news section covers some of the breaking stories from around the borough
Michael Dugher, Barnsley East MP, has welcomed news that plans to extend Elsecar Heritage Railway have taken an important step forward. Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council has approved plans for barriers and other road safety measures at two of the line’s crossings at Tingle Bridge Lane, Hemingfield and Smithy Lane, near Cortonwood. The decision is a… Read more »
Award-winning actor George Dillon presents an unforgettable vision of Jesus in his highly intense, very human and occasionally humorous performance of The Gospel of Matthew, staged with sound and video at The Civic. Inspired by an encounter with Bob Geldof at Euston Station and created in the immediate aftermath of 9/11, Dillon’s powerful delivery of… Read more »
Barnsley 0, Brighton and Hove Albion 2 (SkyBet Championship) It is an indication of just how far Barnsley have come in a very short time that for the most part they were a match for the team that now sits on top of the Championship table. However, high-flying Brighton were better in the one vital… Read more »
The life, times and achievements of one of Barnsley’s most famous sons, Harold Dennis ‘Dickie’ Bird, are to be celebrated at a special exhibition at Experience Barnsley. From the son of a Barnsley miner to the world’s most famous cricket umpire, Dickie has had an extraordinary life, from playing cricket for Yorkshire and Leicestershire to… Read more »
Sixteen people were arrested in a day of action by police and partner agencies in Barnsley. As part of the force-wide Operation Duxford initiative, officers and PCSOs worked alongside partner agencies to tackle crime, engage with people and protect vulnerable people in a dedicated operation to focus the spotlight on Barnsley. Activity was focussed around… Read more »
A 21-year-old man who sadly died following a collision on the A616 bypass between Wortley and Tankersley last Friday (February 10th), has been named as Reece Parkin. At around 10.10am on Friday morning it was reported that two cars, a blue Vauxhall Astra and a white Mercedes van, were involved in a collision with each… Read more »
A multi-sensory, immersive theatre show for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities is to undertake mammoth UK tour – including a visit to Barnsley Civic. Home is the latest bold and exciting production devised specifically for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) from Frozen Light theatre company. Following a short preview tour… Read more »
Barnsley MPs Michael Dugher and Dan Jarvis are backing Barnsley Beacon in its battle for funds to continue its work in the community. The charity was founded in 2000 by a local mother after she discovered her three sons were addicted to heroin. It offers help to relatives, carers and friends of people with drug… Read more »
Berneslai Homes’ Chief Executive Helen Jaggar is celebrating after entering the 24housing top 50 Power Players list, which recognises people who have greatly influenced the housing sector. Chief Executive of Berneslai Homes for the last 10 years, Helen has passion for customer focus and 35 years’ worth of experience. Under her leadership Berneslai Homes has… Read more »
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision on the A616 bypass between Wortley and Tankersley. The crash happened at around 10.10am on Friday morning (February 10) and involved two cars, a blue Vauxhall Astra and a white Mercedes van. The driver of the Vauxhall Astra, a 21-year-old man, sadly died at the scene…. Read more »
