Carl Case from Cultural Appropriate Resources is collaborating with the University of Sheffield’s Music Department using new tools and technologies to enhance opportunities for elders living with dementia.
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Carl Case from Cultural Appropriate Resources is collaborating with the University of Sheffield’s Music Department using new tools and technologies to enhance opportunities for elders living with dementia.
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On 2nd January 1875 Sheffield FC boarded a train at The Wicker Station in Sheffield.
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Pensioner, charity marathon runner and former boxer Ray Matthews of Rotherham shared his memories in the book “Path to Success”. The publication narrates his early life and introduction to boxing as a means to combat bullying and goes on to tell his account of aspirations to complete multiple challenges. Among these, Matthews famously running seventy-five marathons in seventy-five days on his seventy-fifth birthday to raise £75,000 for charity. Report by Baillor Jalloh for Sheffield Live!
From the Sheffield Live archives June 2023
An exhibition about homelessness brought new perspectives through multimedia artworks. The Black Eye Project collaborated with the Archer Project to create the event at Sheffield Cathedral. Sheffield Live! reporter, Isabelle Goodhand spoke to Jim Lobley, Creative Director of the Black Eye Project.
From the Sheffield Live! archives 2024
Ukrainian virtuoso pianist Daria Golovchenko performed at the Nether Edge Festival while rebuilding her career after fleeing war in Ukraine. Golovchenko originally trained at Kharkiv University of Arts after discovering a passion for piano at the age of five. The concert was one among many diverse events that made up the Ninth Nether Edge Festival. Report by Baillor Jalloh for Sheffield Live!
From the Sheffield Live archives 2023
Universal Robots, the world’s largest collaborative robot company, opened in Sheffield in 2023 its first UK hub. The hub supports collaborative automation, where robotic devices work alongside human worlers. The Sheffield hub includes a showroom latest technology and applications are demonstrated. Baillor reports for Sheffield Live!
From the Sheffield Live! archives June 2023
South Yorkshire’s Moyo Farm Supplies hosted their first “Fun on the Farm” open harvest family event in Barnsley in 2022. Organised by Zimbabwean born Menford Tapudzai, the event was marked by harvests of maize, live performances by artists and children’s activities including experiences with tractors, combine harvesters and horses. A Southern Africa style barbecue, called a braai, attracted families and friends from as far as Portsmouth. Report by Tchiyiwe Chihana for Sheffield Live!
From the Sheffield Live archives September 2022
A pop-up market, set up to celebrate Black History Month, gained plaudits from market traders and their customers. The week long market in Fargate aimed to celebrate the city’s diversity, embrace change and help build a stronger community. Report by Baillor Jalloh for Sheffield Live!
From the Sheffield Live! archives November 2021
Sheffield’s “Man with The Pram”, John Burkhill, reached the goal of raising £1 million for charity. A familiar sight with an iconic green wig, pushing a pram with a charity bucket around the city centre streets. He has been fundraising for the Macmillan Cancer Charity since the loss of his wife, who died of cancer in 1992. Report by Isabelle Goodhand for Sheffield Live!
From the Sheffield Live! archives October 2023
The long-awaited Islamic centre and mosque in Burngreave formally opened its doors to the public in April 2023, having been under construction for over a decade. The Sheffield Grand Mosque, on Grimesthorpe Rd, is a landmark of Islamic architecture and design. It boasts four halls that cater for community activities, Islamic study, sports such as gymnastics, football and karate training, as well as prayer halls for both men and women. Sheffield live! reporter Baillor Jalloh spoke to volunteers and worshippers at the mosque.
From the Sheffield Live archives April 2023
