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Barnsley optician urges residents to prioritise eye health during national awareness week
An independent optician in Barnsley is encouraging local people to make eye care part of their everyday health routine as National Eye Health Week takes place from 21–27 September.
Thousands sign petition to save £1.8m cinema refurb
Barnsley Council has withdrawn £1.8m funding for Penistone Paramount cinema upgrades. Nearly 4,000 people have signed a petition to reverse the decision.
Much-loved high street brand to remain in the Alhambra
Savers is relocating to a new ground-floor unit at Barnsley's Alhambra Shopping Centre. EE, Poundstretcher, The Works and Iceland have also renewed their…
Elsecar Heritage Centre celebrates Heritage Open Days
Elsecar Heritage Centre hosts free talks, performances and exhibitions for Heritage Open Days. Explore South Yorkshire's mining and industrial past.
More education support for children excluded from school in Barnsley
Barnsley Council has approved 48 extra education places for children excluded from school, supporting up to 144 pupils yearly through the Alternative…
Festive Tipi set to bring Christmas Magic to The Glass Works Square
A festive tipi opens at The Glass Works Square on 4 December, featuring a bar, fire pit, live music and Christmas events until New Year's Eve.
Employers invited to help shape digital careers education in Barnsley
Barnsley Council is hosting a digital careers event on 1 October 2026 to connect schools with local tech employers and showcase pathways for young people.
Market stall celebrates 60 years of trading on Barnsley Market
Amy's Cards, a family-run greeting card stall in Barnsley Indoor Market, is marking six decades of trading since 1966 with a celebration event.
Cabinet to consider next step for A633/ A635 Stairfoot transport improvements
Barnsley Council Cabinet is considering approval for major improvements to the A633/A635 corridor and Stairfoot roundabout, with construction expected by…
Firefighters tackle large Barnsley scrapyard blaze
Firefighters tackled a large fire at a scrapyard on Boulder Bridge Lane, Carlton, on Saturday night involving scrap metal and tyres. Boulder Bridge Road…
Barnsley families set to benefit from Best Start in Life investment
Barnsley Council will discuss plans to strengthen Family Hub services using government funding. The hubs offer support from pregnancy through to age 19,…
Today in Barnsley — 2 September
Today in Barnsley: Arrest made after man threatened and gun fired, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Young musicians hit all the right notes in a summer to remember
Forty-two secondary pupils from Barnsley Town Concert Band performed across Europe. They also performed at Brassed On! festival during Barnsley's Big…
Latest Good Food Pantries open in Gawber and Grimethorpe
Two new Good Food Pantries have opened in Barnsley at St Paul's Parish Hall in Gawber and Grimethorpe Library, bringing the network to 12 locations…
Nominate your community champion for a Penistone Volunteer Award
Penistone Ward Alliance is calling for nominations for nine volunteer awards, recognising community champions across Penistone East and West. Deadline:…
Shaping the future: Barnsley 2040 - Barnsley residents invited to have their say on the borough's long-term vision
Barnsley Council is inviting residents to shape the borough's future through a new survey running until 20 December. Have your say on priorities for the…
Dementia-friendly café reaches capacity as Barnsley community gathers for monthly meet-up
A monthly coffee morning launched by Deangate Care Home has proved so popular it has reached full capacity for three consecutive months. The event, held at The Old Ivy Shed in Mapplewell, provides a stigma-free space for people living with dementia and their carers.
Project equips Tech Town jobseekers with AI skills
Barnsley launches two government AI training schemes: AI Career Launchpad offers paid placements with employers, while Getting Job Ready with AI supports…
Barnsley residents to get practical AI training to help them find work and build future careers through the Tech Town programme
Barnsley residents can access free AI training to find work and build careers through two new schemes, with support from Barnsley College and the…
Compulsory purchase considered for roundabout plan
Barnsley Council will seek approval to use compulsory purchase powers to acquire land for the A635/A633 Stairfoot Improvement scheme on 9 September.