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The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has published information and guidance ahead of this weekend’s industrial action.

There is planned industrial action by Resident Doctors from 7am on Friday 25 July until 7am on Wednesday 30 July. Hospitals will be providing emergency care as usual but are likely to have considerably fewer doctors available during this time and as a consequence waiting times will be much longer than normal for less urgent conditions or injuries.

Please note that the

Minor Injuries Unit at the Hallamshire Hospital will be closed throughout the period of action.

If you need non urgent medical advice or if you are not sure what service you need, please call 111. 111 can also directly book appointments out of hours with a GP. Broad Lane Walk in Centre in the City Centre is also open as normal to provide urgent care without an appointment.

The Trust has urged residents to help during this time by:

- Only using A&E if it is an emergency. Alternatives to A&E and

information on when A&E is appropriate can be found at www.sth. nhs.uk/sheffield-urgentcare/

- Please make sure you have all the medicines you need so you do not run out during the strike period.

- Please pick up relatives promptly when they are ready to be discharged from our wards, this helps us have the bed ready for the next patient quickly.

- Be kind to the staff, they are doing their very best to help you.

Patients who have planned procedures or appointments should attend as planned unless contacted. If your appointment or procedure is postponed, they say they will rearrange it as quickly as possible.

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STEVE BRACKNALL BRINGS THE HIGH & LOWS OF SUNDAY LEAGUE TO THE STAGE

a viral sensation,

assistant Manager of royal oak Fc steve Bracknall is set to bring his football knowledge to Sheffield City Hall, on the 25th of october, as he takes fans behind the scenes to learn more about the inner workings of Sheffield’s favourite (possibly fictitious) Sunday league team!

The Royal Oak FC was formed in the Tap room of the Royal Oak Public house in 1997.

Lifelong friends Paul

Sampson (first team manager) and Steve Bracknall (Assistant Manager) had a dream. To form their very own Sunday league football team and take them to the heights of the Meadowhall premier league. They currently reside in the 4th tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. The club owners are landlord and landlady of The Oak, Terry and June Whitmore. Proud publicans and proud custodians of this great club.

Recent economic events are a cause for concern for all Sunday league clubs. The trickle-down economics of the football pyramid mean that clubs like Man City and Newcastle have a bottomless pit of resources, meanwhile, clubs such as The Oak have to rely on traditional means of income. In the main this consists of race nights, spot the ball cards and a raffle that is drawn at 3pm in The Oak every Sunday.

Commenting on bringing the inner workings of Sunday League life to the stage

Steve says: “It’s time for me to meet The Royal Oak fanbase. Ever since I became viral online, I’ve made it my mission to be fully transparent with the fanbase. That’s why I’ve decided to host a series of live shows in the UK to let the fans see behind the scenes and learn more about the inner workings of the country’s favourite

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Top of the Pops is broadcast for the last time on BBC Two. The show had aired for 42 years.

31/7/1965 Apollo program: Apollo 15 astronauts become the first to ride in a lunar rover.

01/8/1834 Slavery is abolished in the British Empire as the Slavery Abolition Act 1833 comes into force.

02/8/1944 An earthquake hits Casiguran, Aurora, Philippines killing more than 270 people and

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2. Opened in 1937, which bridge held the title ‘longest suspension bridge in the world’ until 1964?

3. As of September 2017, in which country would you now find the world’s longest suspension bridge?

4. What colour is the rabbit that Alice follows down the rabbit hole in ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’?

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04/8/1902 The Greenwich foot tunnel under the River Thames opens 05/8/1962 Nelson Mandela is jailed

5. Which Hollywood actor plays Botanist Mark Watney in Rudley Scott’s 2015 film The Martian?

6. Which ‘G’ is a hot spring which can shoot warm water into the air?

7. Which country won Gold in the women’s Volleyball competition at both the 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympic Games?

8. The novel ‘The Sellout’ earned which American author the 2016 Man Booker Prize?

9. From which European country did the United States acquire the Louisiana territory in 1803?

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The Government’s Joint Air Quality Unit (JAQU) has announced £20m funding to support the upgrade of buses operating in Sheffield, to reduce harmful pollution in the city. The funding will replace polluting diesel buses with new electric buses, which could be operating on target routes in Sheffield as early as next year. The new £20m funding from the JAQU will have a huge impact on the support the Council can provide for local bus operators to upgrade their fleet to electric.The funding is in addition to the £11m Zero Emissisons Bus fund that Sheffield City Council has already put forward for bus upgrade. It will also ensure that correct electric infrastructure, like electric charging points, is in place to support the change.

The money will take the Council a step closer to fulfil its goals, as laid out in Sheffield’s Transport Vision for the next two decades, which aims to transform travel across the city, to offer a safe, reliable, and low-carbon network which is resilient to the impacts of climate change and works for those living, working and visiting the city. Tom Hunt, Council Leader, said: “We are making good progress to improve air quality in the city, however, more zero-emission buses are essential to further reduce pollution and improve the air we breathe. The new £20m funding from the Government is very welcome and goes alongside £11m that Sheffield City Council is investing for new electric buses. We will work closely with the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority and bus operators to get new electric buses

running in Sheffield as soon as possible, to make bus travel cleaner and greener.”

Since the launch of the Clean Air Zone in February 2023, the level of Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) in Sheffield’s inner city and ring road area has reduced by an average of 16 per cent, with an average drop of 21 per cent observed across the wider Sheffield Clean Air Plan area. Whilst the results have been very positive, five locations remain over the annual average legal limit due to emissions from local bus routes, this includes the Arundel Gate Bus Gate. The introduction of the new electric buses will be key to tackling air pollution across Sheffield and will also improve the journey experience for passengers, with the vehicles being cleaner, greener, quieter, of higher specification and more reliable. In addition to this, the £1.5 billion being awarded to South Yorkshire as part of the Government’s £15 billion for transport projects will see upgrades to the bus and tram network across in Sheffield and the wider region, which will also bring the bus service under local control from 2027. This will further bolster work to reduce pollution across the city and clean up the air to improve the health and livelihoods of local people - whilst taking the bus and tram network into the 21st century, opening up the city and region for people of all ages, for generations to come.

to the Council website.

A second phase of public consultation will soon begin on shaping a new draft policy governing how Council housing is allocated across Sheffield. At a meeting of the Housing Policy Committee, the second consultation phase was ratified.

The proactive review of the Allocations Policy is being carried out to improve things for everyone – tenants, prospective tenants and those who work in social housing accross the city. Earlier this year, some 1,471 people –predominantly existing tenants, those waiting to become council tenants or those registered with other social landlords –had their say in the first round of consultation.

This second phase will determine any further amendments to the policy, which will then be brought back to a committee in the Autumn for final approval. It is hoped that even more people who call Sheffield home – not just Council tenants – will have their say.

Proposed changes include:

• Whether or not to change bedroom eligibility

• Improving how properties adapted to support physical disabilities are allocated to people

• Whether to allow those who had previously been registered to bid for properties to rejoin, and how long the period before they are allowed to rejoin will be The amendments, if approved, will mark a significant step forward in ensuring fairer, more transparent access to Council housing across the city. The changes would bring Sheffield into line with other Core Cities who are experiencing similar housing pressures. If the draft policy is passed, applicants in Band 6 and Band 7 will also have to place at least one bid per year. If they do not, they risk being removed. This makes the register easier to manage and the Council can better support applicants who need to be rehoused urgently. Again, responses to this consultation will help shape this policy and it is not yet final. Responses to the phase one consultation helped inform the new draft policy. A full summary of the phase one responses is available by heading

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The purpose of Council housing is to provide safe, secure and affordable housing.Currently, people with an assessed housing need are placed into priority bands A to C, depending on the level of urgency. Those without a recognised housing need are placed into Bands D or E.

The demands on social housing in Sheffield and the reasons for the policy needing to be amended were outlined when the initial consultation was announced in December 2024. Demand on temporary accommodation for people in need also continues to increase, meaning many of these ‘general needs’ properties are having to be used as temporary accommodation to ease that pressure. Councillor Douglas Johnson said: “As we said when the first consultation launched, the whole point of these policy changes is to support people to be able to maintain tenancies. We want to give people better and fairer access to the houses that we’ve got in our portfolio.

We would like to thank everyone who took the time to take part in this consultation. Your participation is valuable. If a second phase is approved, then we want even more people to have their say and help us shape the final Allocations Policy. While we also have plenty of work going on to either build or acquire properties to boost our Council house stock, this important piece of work is ensuring we make the best use of the properties we already have.”

More information on where residents can take part in consultations is available at the Have

Your Say Sheffield website. To sign up and take part in Sheffield City Council consultations, you can head to the website now. If you sign up to this service, an alert will be sent to your inbox when the second phase of consultation goes live for you to take part in.

For the second consecutive year, eight parks managed by City of Doncaster Council have been recognised by the Green Flag Award scheme.

An international mark of quality, Green Flag status is bestowed only to the very best parks and outdoor spaces, as determined by leading environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy. When deciding which grounds meet the criteria for said distinction, their expert judges look for places that are clean, well maintained, welcoming, safe, effectively promoted, and that serve their intended communities. Retaining their accreditation from previous years, a total of eight parks run by City of Doncaster Council have won Green Flag Awards again in 2025. These are Campsall Country Park, Bentley Park, Hexthorpe Park, Elmfield Park, Sandall Park, Quarry Park, Cusworth Hall Park and Town Field Park. Reacting to the news and encouraging members of the public to enjoy these exemplary spaces for themselves, Mayor of Doncaster Ros Jones, said: “It is heartening to see these parks being recognised for their incredibly high standards and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the various teams who have worked so well together to help us achieve this recognition yet again. That eight of our parks have earned the awards is a real testament to their

extraordinary efforts and tireless dedication. As demonstrated by this continued success, we take great pride in looking after our parks here in Doncaster, as we know just how much they are valued by residents and visitors alike. They serve as ideal places to relax, exercise, play sports, appreciate nature and spend time with friends and family. Now that summer is underway, and plenty of outdoor activities are on offer, I’d encourage the public to get out there and enjoy what these brilliant spaces they have to offer.”

Green Flag Award Scheme Manager, Paul Todd MBE, added:

“Congratulations to everyone involved at City of Doncaster Council, who have worked tirelessly to ensure that their parks achieve the high standards required for the Green Flag Awards. Quality parks and green spaces like these make the country a heathier place to live and work in, and a stronger place in which to invest. Crucially, they are vital green spaces for communities in Doncaster to enjoy nature, and during the ongoing cost of living crisis, are free and safe spaces for families to socialise. They also provide important opportunities for local people and visitors to reap the physical and mental health benefits of green space.”

big drop in water usage

Yorkshire Water has thanked customers for putting the hosepipes away, using water wisely and continuing to report leaks.

Water usage dropped by 80-100 million litres compared to the previous heatwaves in June – the equivalent to Hull’s daily supply.

Usage hit 1.39 billion litres on Saturday (12 July) and 1.37 billion litres on Sunday (13 July) as temperatures soared in the region, compared to 1.47 billion litres during the heatwaves of on 20 June and 30 June. Dave Kaye of Yorkshire Water, said: “We understand the restrictions are frustrating, but we’d like to thank customers who have put down the hosepipes. It’s important we all continue to do out bit to protect resources further into the summer and with some rainfall predicted in the next few days it’s a good time to install a water butt and collect grey water that can be used on gardens through the summer.”

As well as reduced demand, there has been a 52% increase in leaks reported by customers over the last two weeks. More than 330 leaks are fixed per week, and

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Yorkshire Water teams are out and about 24/7 throughout heatwave completing repairs to save as much water as possible.

Dave added: “We’d also like to thank customers who are reporting leaks to us. Taking the time to report leaks and not walking past them is vital. It helps us, particularly with smaller leaks, to investigate quickly and get the repair completed as soon as we can. Leaks with blue markings around them have been investigated and are awaiting repair, which we try to do as quickly as possible. Every leak is different and there are factors that mean we can’t always repair them as quickly as we would like. Repairs in the road require permission from local authorities. The removal of road furniture and street lighting, the need to shut off water supplies for a short time which needs to be carefully planned, and customers notified, as well as the possible traffic implications can all cause delays too. We’re all in this together – the vast majority of our colleagues are customers too - and we’re all doing our bit at home to save water.”

Clifton Park’s £900k Water Splash Makeover Opens for Summer Fun

Clifton Park is celebrating summer in style with the reopening of its much-loved water splash area – freshly upgraded through a £900,000 transformation.

The reopening comes just weeks after the park proudly retained its Green Flag status for the 15th consecutive year and was also awarded the Green Heritage award, recognising its Victorian roots and ongoing excellence.

The newly revamped splash zone –funded by Rotherham Council and delivered by contractor Ustigate – now features improved safety standards, modern interactive play equipment and greater accessibility for children of all ages and abilities. With sustainability at its heart, the site also includes a more efficient water system that helps reduce waste and promote responsible use.

The water splash area is supervised by park staff and open daily from 11am to 5pm, throughout the summer.

Originally created in 2008 as part of a Heritage Lottery Funded project, the water splash park has been a firm favourite among children and families for the last 15 years.

However, because of its popularity, wear and tear started to have an impact.

Following extensive public consultation with park visitors, local schools, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

groups and other stakeholders, the facility has been transformed into a modern, accessible, and inclusive play space that will serve the community for years to come.

This is another example of how Rotherham is forging ahead –investing in facilities that matter to local people and creating spaces where families can spend quality time together.

Cllr Victoria Cusworth, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Children and Young People at Rotherham Council, said: “We’re thrilled that the new and improved water splash area at Clifton Park is now open, giving families the opportunity to enjoy a free outdoor activity this summer.

“The redevelopment of the water

splash area is about giving our children the vibrant, engaging, and accessible outdoor spaces they deserve. We know how much families love this facility, and we’ve listened - replacing outdated equipment and transforming the area into a modern, inclusive space that promotes play and wellbeing.

“This exciting upgrade is part of our wider investment in our borough’s future - from revitalised play areas and a new SEND hub to our baby packs project and everything at Forge Island. The water splash area is another step forward in our aim to make every neighbourhood in Rotherham a cleaner, greener, welcoming place for families to thrive.”

MerMaids, dragons, pirates and spies in a suMMer of fun at Crystal peaks

Mermaids, dragons, pirates, all the fun of the circus and even a spot of espionage…it’s all happening as Crystal Peaks launches a summer of Fantastic Free Friday events.

Running at the award-winning Sheffield shopping centre from July 25 to August 29, the free fun sessions will offer something for every member of the family throughout the school holiday period in the Crystal Peaks Central Atrium. Friday July 25 will be Green Fingers Friday, a chance for young gardeners to let creativity sprout and grow as they decorate their own small pot, before planting their favourite seeds in magic expanding soil to take home and nurture.

Adding to the magic of the day, there will also be a special appearance from Mother Nature’s best friend Earthling, a giant, blooming tree creature.

Spy School arrives on August 1 in both the Central Atrium and outside Next, where young spies will test stamina, agility, co-ordination and speed as they master a range of activities, including target practice, laser dodge, speed tests along with a giant inflatable assault course! There’s a wildlife theme on August 8 with a chance to get up close to a variety of fascinating creatures, including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.

During the open session, there will be an opportunity to meet,

learn about, and gently interact with the animals, with an experienced presenter on hand to share interesting facts, answer questions, and ensure a safe, engaging experience for all.

Animals of a more exotic style take over on August 15 with a day of Unicorns vs Dragons, with the two mythical beats telling tales of their mystical adventures, playing games and dancing the day away.

A face painter will also be on site throughout the day to transform visitors into a range of magical creature.

Seas the Day is the motto on August 22 as visitors set sail on the seven seas with captain and crew in a search for a mysterious mermaid lagoon.

A motley crew of pesky pirates will patrol the malls recruiting shipmates to help them find their true treasure - a real-life Mermaid.

Finally, on August 29, there will be a day of circus activities with a special circus skills workshop welcoming everyone to join in with a wide range of equipment such as diablo, plate spinning, juggling, stilts, hula hooping, ribbon twirling and more. There will also be appearances from roaming circus acts, such as Crazy Clowns and the Nimble Acro-balance entertainers.

For further information visit crystalpeakscentre.com

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Have made an application under Section 17 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as BIRLEY MOOR GARDEN CENTRE, 27 MOOR VALLEY, SHEFFIELD S20 5BB

We intend to conduct on or from the premises the following licensable activities: Sale by retail of alcohol for consumption OFF the premises: Monday - Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00 Thursday - Saturday 09:00 - 20:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00

Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Sheffield City Council, Block C Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 14th August 2025

For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents

For full details & to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. Telephone: 0114 2734264 or by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is unlimited.

The Licensing Act 2003 Section 34

Notice is hereby given that I: MASOUD IBRAHIMI

Have made an application under Section 34 of the Licensing Act 2003 to vary a Premises Licence for the Premises known as 418 STORE, 551 ECCLESALL ROAD, SHEFFIELD S11 8pR

The details of the variation are as follows:

To extend the hours for sale by retail of alcohol for consumption OFF the premises:

Sunday - Thursday 09:00 - 03:00 the following day

Friday - Saturday 09:00 - 05:00 the following day

The provision of late night refreshment:

Sunday - Thursday 23:00 - 03:00 the following day

Friday - Saturday 23:00 - 05:00 the following day

Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to Licensing Section, Sheffield City Council, Block C Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 10th August 2025

For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents

For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing General Section. Telephone: 0114 2734264 or by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is unlimited.

Public Holidays/Christmas Eve/New Year’s Eve 10:00 – 01:00 the following day

For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents

including 20th August 2025 (www.sheffield.gov.uk)

It is an offence for anyone knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with a Licence Application. The maximum fine on summary conviction is unlimited.

Dated this: 23rd July 2025 John Gaunt & Partners, Solicitors

The Licensing Act 2003 (Premises) Regulations 2005 Notice is hereby given that: I/We Mr Bitu Singh Gurwara Have made an application under Section 17 Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as James House Convenience Store, 56 Campo Lane, Sheffield S1 2EG. I/We intend to conduct on or from the premises the following licensable activities: Sale by retail of alcohol (Off Sales) Monday – Sunday: 07:00 – 23:00. Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 19/08/2025. For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/ licensinginforesidents For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is unlimited.

For full details & to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. Telephone: 0114 2734264 or by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is unlimited.

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Owners or Occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UE, stating their reasons, within 21 Days of this Notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their representations to the applicant at the address given at the top of this notice.

A Guide to making Representations is available from the Traffic Commissioner’s Office.

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Coronation Street: Ed insists the family sit down for breakfast and clear the air. Abi paints on a smile for Jack’s sake, while Carl doubles down and tells Abi that she’s doing the right thing by staying with Kevin and it’s best if they keep their distance from now on. Lisa admits she skipped her therapy and instead visited Becky’s grave as tomorrow would have been their anniversary. She finally opens up and admits to the therapist Floyd, that she wonders if there was more to Becky’s death than meets the eye and if she was in some way corrupt. Dev asks Aadi if he’ll be his best man but his mood changes when Aunty Rani arrives, earlier than planned. When Aunty Rani reveals her plan to create a spreadsheet detailing all the wedding costs so she can keep tabs on the amount she’s spent, Bernie and Aadi hide their dismay.

Emmerdale:

As a bitter feud sparks between the normally close siblings, who will Sam choose when Cain insists he makes his choice between the Dingles and the Tates? Knowing that Robert is sniffing around trying to dig up dirt on him, secret killer John sets out to turn the tables. Lewis has soon got another project on the go: getting Steph and Ross back together! Will wistful Steph rue the day that she confided in Lewis about her feelings for Ross? Cain reels when Moira calls him with news on the recent break in at Butler’s. When fellow farmer Celia comes calling with a proposition, will Moira give her the time of day? Given that Celia’s landlord, Kim, has raised the rent, the hardnosed farmer wants to stick it to the Tate. What’s she got in mind? Are the women about to form an alliance to stop Kim and Joe trying to dominate the landscape?

Eastenders:

Stacey recently discovered that she is the beneficiary of Martin’s life insurance policy. Which paid out a whopping £100, 000! But no amount of money is going to bring back the man Stacey loved. However, there’s the chance to remember Martin when family and friends gather in the Vic to celebrate his birthday. Harry is forced to agree to let drug dealer Okie conduct his illegal business from unsuspecting Kojo’s flat. Yolande worries that her fella Patrick has started gambling in order to pay for her dream wedding! But despite Yolande warning Patrick to STOP placing bets, he is determined to continue in secret... and Patrick wins BIG on the races.

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The Blades made it four wins out of four in pre-season with more than 3,000 Unitedites making the trip to see the progression of the Rubén Sellés era.

United’s starting XI for Saturday’s pre-season friendly down the road at Chesterfield saw Aston Villa loanee Barry make his first appearance in a Blades shirt - and he took just a matter of moments to make an impact!

Ahmedhodzic did well to prevent Bonis getting a shot away with the first notable action, seconds before the Blades broke and Barry got around the back of his marker, ahead of finding an accurate pass for CACERES to score from close range with the Chesterfield defence stretched on four minutes.

Caceres was involved in the next move, clipping over the defence for Cannon, who saw his right-footed effort saved by goalkeeper Hemming, but the second goal arrived on 13 minutes - and again Barry was influential, picking his time to deliver for UKAKI to finish in a similar manner to Caceres.

Chesterfield did have spells with the ball but United extended the lead on 32 minutes, Hamer delivering an

inswinging free-kick for AHMEDHODZIC to get in front of the goalkeeper to head home. The home fans, though, did have something to cheer with a goal on 37 minutes. A mistake put Markanday in the clear and despite Cooper making a save, BONIS slotted home the rebound. Bonis thought he had a second rebound goal soon after but the flag was up to stop his celebrations after Cooper had denied Duffy in the final first half action.

The opening attempt on goal in the second half saw the Blades extend the lead. On 52 minutes neat build up play by Ukaki and O’Hare set up CANNON to slide home.

Dobra had a couple of half-chances for the home side but United remained firmly on top.

After plenty of preplanned changes, One struck a post after a good run by Brooks and Burrows had two bites at a free-kick. With the result secure, the closing stages were all about extra minutes in preparation for the new season and there was little to report in terms of goalmouth action, except for a Peck curler and a Brooks miss, before the majority of Blades fans headed back up the Dronfield bypass.

Players, management and staff of Doncaster Rovers FC were honoured at a Civic Reception at the Corn Exchange on Thursday to mark their title-winning season and promotion to the EFL League One.

The team secured the League Two title back in May — with a superb 2-1 victory at promotionchasing Notts County — and, with it, promotion to League One.

Ros Jones, Mayor of Doncaster, and Civic Mayor, Councillor Tim Needham, joined guests at the special event. Civic Mayor, Cllr Tim Needham, said: “Congratulations Doncaster Rovers on a truly fantastic season. Football provides a shared experience. It unites communities, fosters local identity, and builds pride.

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success last season has done all of that and more. It has lifted spirits across the city, brought people together and created a feel-good factor that goes far beyond the boundaries of the Eco-Power Stadium.

“With the new season fast approaching, I would encourage everyone to get behind Doncaster Rovers and show their support for the club in League One!”

Ros Jones, Mayor of Doncaster, added: “It has been a great honour to welcome Doncaster Rovers and guests to the Corn Exchange to celebrate their titlewinning season. The event was a fantastic opportunity to recognise the team’s outstanding achievement and present the players with their well-deserved winners’ medals.”

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my immense pride over their phenomenal achievements, which are felt across the city, and I’m very much looking forward to seeing what next season will bring!”

Meanwhile, from a club perspective, Chief Executive of Doncaster Rovers FC, Gavin Baldwin, said: “It is a proud moment for all at the club to see our title win honoured by the mayor

and City of Doncaster Council and we thank all involved. With just a few days to go before we begin the season back in League One, the civic reception in the fine surroundings of the Corn Exchange was a brilliant way to set up Grant McCann, his staff and players for the challenge ahead. It is the perfect boost to be reminded of the excitement the

club’s achievements have generated across the city.

“The positivity of promotion and a league title has been carried across the summer, along with superb preparations for the new season and we are all really excited by what is to come. We hope to see plenty of people coming out to support the team, starting next weekend against Exeter City.”

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Owls academy product Caelan Cadamarteri has completed his transfer to Premier League giants Manchester City. The teenager moves to the Etihad Stadium for an undisclosed fee. Cadamarteri finished last season as Wednesday’s Under-18 Professional Development League top scorer with 24 goals as the team finished second in the division to secure a play-off spot. The Scotland Under-16 forward also registered three strikes on the international stage. Sheffield Wednesday wish the very best to Caelan as he embarks on the next step of his fledgling career.

Rotherham United are delighted to confirm the signing of Dutch defender Denzel Hall, who joins who joins the Millers on a three-year deal, subject to EFL and FA ratification and international clearance. The Rotterdam-born fullback arrives at AESSEAL New York Stadium

A product of the renowned Feyenoord Academy, Varkenoord, — famed for nurturing Dutch greats such as Robin van Persie and Georginio Wijnaldum — Hall spent 15 years with the Rotterdam club, having joined at the age of seven before departing

in 2023 at 22 years old. That same summer, the defender signed for Eredivisie outfit Heerenveen, where he went on to feature 29 times in the Dutch top flight for De Superfriezen. Capped at youth level for the Netherlands, the now 24-year-old arrives as Matt Hamshaw’s eighth addition of the summer transfer window.

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Milton Keynes Dons have completed the signing of Callum Paterson, the former Sheffield Wednesday striker, on an undisclosed transfer fee.

The 30-year-old Scot made 186 appearances and scored 31 goals during a five-season stint with the Owls, helping them secure promotion to the Championship through the League

One play-offs in 2023. Expressing his excitement about joining MK Dons, Paterson said, "I met the manager a couple of weeks ago, he shared his plans with me, and he had some great ideas. I wanted to be part of it. He's got a clear vision, and he's very approachable, which makes a big difference when you can speak openly with the manager and understand exactly what he wants." Beginning his career at Hearts, Paterson scored 21 goals in 106 appearances for Cardiff City before moving to Hillsborough in 2020.

MK Dons boss Paul Warne commented,

"He's a player who's always been a thorn in my side when I've managed against him. He's versatile—able to play in multiple attacking roles—and he's strong in the air. He works incredibly hard for the team, and he's a winner, which aligns perfectly with what we want at this club."