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THE deadline for kids to send their letters to Santa this year is rapidly approaching.
Every year the Royal Mail receive thousands of letters from children explaining what they want for Christmas, and this year will be no different.
If you want to get a reply in time for Christmas then make sure to get your letter posted by December 10 - and don’t forget your stamp.
A spokesperson for Royal Mail...
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In a surprising turn of events, Annie Kilner has recently announced her decision to part ways with her partner of many years and a famous footballer, Kylie Walker, triggering discussions not just about celebrity gossip but about a critical aspect affecting divorcing couples nationwide: the financial equality in divorce settlements.
Here we will explore how financial settlements work, emphasising equality in English courts, and shed light on the often-misunderstood 50-50 split dilemma.
Equality in...
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Dancers make NHS equipment
MEMBERS of a sequence dancing club have used their free time in lockdown to help make scrubs and facemasks for NHS workers.
After the members of the U3A group could no longer meet due to lockdown restrictions, they decided to help in any way they could and began making scrubs hats and masks for medical workers.
The idea came when about the granddaughter of member Pat Butcher asked for some scrub hats...
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Keep pets safe this Christmas with handy tips
A VETS has released handy tips to help Barnsley families keep their pets happy this Christmas.
Nutravet urges pet owners to keep lights tucked away and to consider non-toxic or unbreakable decorations to avoid your pet being hurt if broken.
They also aim to remind owners that chocolate can be toxic for dogs and to place any chocolate Christmas decorations out of reach.
Owners should avoid giving their pet a turkey Christmas...
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Restrictions in place for match day
RESTRICTIONS in place around the town centre on Barnsley Football Club’s matchdays will come into force earlier than usual tomorrow.
The Reds’ South Yorkshire derby clash against Sheffield Wednesday kicks off at 1.30pm and Jumble Lane’s temporary footbridge will be closed to pedestrians an hour before.
It will reopen at 4.30pm, according to Barnsley Council, and fans heading to Oakwell from the town centre have been advised to follow walking routes via Midland...
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Train Delay Problems Hit Barnsley
EMERGENCY engineering works underway at Elsecar are expected to cause delays until at least 5pm, according to Northern Rail.
The routes affected - Nottingham, Chesterfield, Sheffield, Meadowhall, Elsecar, Wombwell, Barnsley, Darton, Wakefield Kirkgate and Leeds also Sheffield, Meadowhall, Elsecar, Wombwell, Barnsley, Penistone, Brockhole and Huddersfield - means that disruptions are being caused, with delays expecting to run to 20 minutes.
Buses are replacing trains between Meadowhall and Barnsley and trains between Leeds and Nottingham are...
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Face masks 'not currently required' at Barnsley Bowl
A BARNSLEY bowling complex will not require customers to wear a face covering.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed that there would be stricter measures in regards to face coverings in a press conference last weekend, but Barnsley Bowl, based in Carlton, have released a statement saying that anyone attending will not currently be required to wear a face mask.
A spokesperson added: “Any customers or staff who choose to wear one will be...
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Katies new test
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Take part in climate survey
COUNCIL bosses are urging residents to have their say on climate action across the borough as part of a new survey.
The council has commissioned a team of experts to help the borough to achieve its goal of becoming carbon net zero by 2045.
Surveys have been created to discover how best to go about enacting the changes necessary.
The topics range from transport, waste and recycling to energy supply.
A...
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Football freestyler spreads festive cheer to Barnsley children
A WORLD record-holding football freestyler took to the streets of Barnsley this week dressed as Santa to spread festive cheer.
Ash Randall, originally from Cardiff but now living in Dodworth, has almost 250,000 followers on social media app TikTok, accumulating more than nine million likes in just two years.
The 32-year-old went to Locke Park, as well as the town centre, to show off Santa’s new-found footballing skills to the public – and...
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Dedicated support service introduced by council
A DEDICATED winter welfare support service has been introduced to help vulnerable Barnsley residents.
The council’s Covid-19 support service has been contacting people who have tested positive for the virus over the last 12 months, aiding them through their isolation with advice and information on financial support.
This service will now be expanded to include advice on local support, financial aid information and flu and winter illnesses.
Information packs will also be...

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RSPCA Cat Rehoming

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Buddy and Holly

Our gorgeous kittens were brought in with their mum at only a few days old.

We immediately realised that Buddy (Black boy) had an umbilical hernia which has now been repaired by our vets, and as they are now 9 weeks old they are ready to find their forever home together.

They have had their 1st vaccination,  been microchipped and are flea and worm treated.

They are fun-loving, mischievous and entertaining  ......they have had an amazing  mum who has taught them everything they need to know in order to be perfect pets!!


Applicants need to:

Be within 1 hour's drive of Barnsley.
Apply via the online Perfect Match Form

PLEASE NOTE:
These cats need to go to their new homes now, and cannot be 'saved' for a later date.

We read thoroughly, and consider every Perfect Match Form that arrives.
As we're all very busy volunteers, unfortunately we can't reply to all of the many, many applications we receive (sometimes that can be 100 applications for one cat!). 
If the perfect match person comes along, we'll endeavour to make contact with them within 10 days of the Advertising Date.
Please don't ring, text, email etc.

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Yen and Yas

These adorable kittens are about 9 weeks old.  They're super-sweet, chunky and fluffy, full of fun and just love being with their foster family.
They're brother and sister, and were found by an inspector living with lots of cats in back gardens.   

Although they weren't used to being indoors, it didn't take them long to figure it out - and they are becoming delightful, cuddly kittens now.

They are both energetic, and are learning the limits of playing with people - but they have more good manners to learn and for this reason we want them to go to a home with experienced cat-owners and no young children.  They will benefit from gentle, patient and understanding adopters.

We want these kittens to go as a pair, as they will develop better together.

Applicants need to:

Be within 1 hour's drive of Barnsley.
Apply via the online Perfect Match Form

PLEASE NOTE:
These cats need to go to their new homes now, and cannot be 'saved' for a later date.

We read thoroughly, and consider every Perfect Match Form that arrives.
As we're all very busy volunteers, unfortunately we can't reply to all of the many, many applications we receive (sometimes that can be 100 applications for one cat!). 
If the perfect match person comes along, we'll endeavour to make contact with them within 10 days of the Advertising Date.
Please don't ring, text, email etc.

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Cooper

Our beautiful tabby boy Cooper was brought in by RSPCA Inspectors after a caring member of the

public reported him as limping badly - which vets found was due to a cat-bite abscess which is now fully better.

He has obviously been owned but sadly Cooper had no microchip and vets estimate that he is approx 2 years old.

He is now neutered, vaccinated and microchipped and ready to find his forever home.

Coopers' fosterer says that he was quite wary at first but now loves a fuss and really loves his food.

He has been "eating for England" since he arrived so has put on quite a few pounds and is now a big boy!!

 

It appears that Cooper has been surviving on his wits for quite a while, so we would like him to be the only pet

in the house as he deserves lots of attention being solely on him!

Any children should be secondary school age so they can better understand that he needs time to settle into his new home.

He has had a rough start to his young life but those stunning emerald green eyes tell us that he would love his very own family.

Applicants need to:

Be within 1 hour's drive of Barnsley.
Apply via the online Perfect Match Form

PLEASE NOTE:
These cats need to go to their new homes now, and cannot be 'saved' for a later date.

We read thoroughly, and consider every Perfect Match Form that arrives.
As we're all very busy volunteers, unfortunately we can't reply to all of the many, many applications we receive (sometimes that can be 100 applications for one cat!). 
If the perfect match person comes along, we'll endeavour to make contact with them within 10 days of the Advertising Date.
Please don't ring, text, email etc.

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Residents encouraged to speak up this festive period
BARNSLEY Council is encouraging residents to speak up about domestic abuse in the run-up to Christmas.
Through their new Christmas campaign, dubbed Speak Up, the council is reminding people that although the festive people can bring families together, it isn’t always a happy time for everyone.
The council’s partners, IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services) offer help to support people in domestic abuse situations - and the new campaign hopes to lets residents know...
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Reds to take on Barrow in FA Cup
BARNSLEY will take on Barrow in the FA Cup next month after their second round replay win earlier this week.
The Reds were drawn against either Ipswich Town or Barrow in the third round - and the League Two side won 2-0 at home against the League One outfit on Wednesday night.
Barrow are currently 19th in the fourth tier of English football and beat non-league side Banbury United in the first round...
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Keep pets safe this winter
WITH bad weather on the horizon, one animal charity has released ways we can keep our furry friends warm this winter.
PDSA has compiled the list in a bid to keep pets safe and warm.
PDSA Vet Lynne James said: “Winter can be a dangerous time for all animals, but fine coated, poorly, young or elderly pets are at higher risk of hypothermia in freezing temperatures.
“Thankfully, there are simple steps we...
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Gritters out in force to combat snow
AFTER this weekend’s bad weather the gritting team was out in force in a bid to help keep roads across the borough safe for commuters.
The team head out during the night to help minimise disruption to commuters - they pre-grit the roads ahead of forecast snowfall which can help the snow to melt quickly and allow roads to reman open.
They receive weather reports which allow them to understand when to grit...
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Light parade and charity event set to take place
A CHRISTMAS charity event and light parade will take place a week on Sunday.
The motorbike light parade will start at 5pm, and riders will take three round trips around Laithes Lane, Rotherham Road, Carlton Road and then back around to Laithes Lane.
The Christmas event in honour of Macmillan will be held from 1pm to 5pm.
There will be raffle prizes, an opportunity to take photos with Santa, and a tombola...
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Appeal after Cudworth supermarket worker assaulted
AN appeal has been launched to trace a man who reportedly assaulted a supermarket worker in Cudworth.
On August 19, at 5.15pm, two men entered the Co-op store on Barnsley Road and attempted to steal items.
They were then challenged by staff, which led to one of the suspects becoming aggressive and assaulting a member of staff.
The second suspect then tried to assault another member of staff who came to help...
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Council urge residents to be vigilant after bogus Covid email
BARNSLEY Council is urging residents to remain wary after receiving reports of bogus emails claiming to be from the NHS.
The email asks you to order an ‘Omicron PCR test’ with a link to order - but this is a scam and the NHS will never ask for bank details or payment.
PCR testing kits are free from testing sites or by ordering online to be delivered to your home.
A council...
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Covid death rate revealed in Barnsley
ALMOST 40 people died with Covid in Barnsley in November.
A total of 39 residents died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, bringing the total number of people to 950.
On November 12 five residents died with the virus.
Barnsley’s death rate is still the highest in the country at 383 per 100,000 residents.
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Talented Tom picks up awards
A YOUNG musician has won two awards at a national competition.
Tom Masters, 23, took the top spot at the Real Live Music Awards 2021 for the best original song with ‘Breakthrough’.
The young musician from Wilthorpe – who is a leading member of Barnsley Youth Choir – was also awarded with a special surprise award which was announced on the night, the dedication to music award.
“I think my initial response...
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Further bus strike action organised
STAGECOACH services will be back to normal tomorrow after a week-long strike – but it won’t be long until drivers take further action.
Bus drivers at the company began their strike last Saturday, which resulted in almost all services being cancelled following a pay dispute.
Drivers are due to return back to work tomorrow – but from December 11 until December 17, services will once again be affected in Barnsley.
A Stagecoach...
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Petition launched to tackle problem road
A PETITION with hundreds of signatures is to be put to the council by fed-up residents who say a pedestrian crossing has been ‘sorely needed’ for years on a busy road just outside the town centre.
Led by Liam Hardcastle, who created the online petition last week, more than 600 signatures have already been garnered in favour of a crossing on Racecommon Road.
There are three primary schools – Joseph Locke Primary, Shawlands...
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Know your rights in snowy weather
AS we head towards snow and icy weather, a lawyer has shared tips so you know what your rights are if you slip on ice.
This week, the MET office issued weather warnings across the country as Storm Arwen continues to rage.
This could bring snow and ice, and a lawyer from Lime Solicitors has shared a list of your rights in cold weather.
If you are injured at work you could claim compensation.
Employers...
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Christmas event in Royston tonight
A LOCAL homebuilder is inviting the Barnsley community to a Christmas event in Royston tonight.
Taking place at Barratt Homes Yorkshire West’s Notton Wood View development, from 6pm to 8pm, residents are being encouraged to go along and enjoy the Christmas light’s switch-on.
There will also be a Santa on-site delivering some festive cheer, as well as ‘magic keys’ to children whose houses don’t have a chimney.
Sam Wood, sales director at...
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Stagecoach ask drivers to suspend strike
STAGECOACH bosses have asked Unite to delay the bus strike this weekend as a ‘gesture of goodwill’ after new pay proposals.
The company are expecting a decision from Unite tomorrow after the union agreed to take a vote on offers of an ‘above-pay inflation pay proposal’.
Stagecoach drivers are currently set to strike once more on Saturday for a week following a pay-dispute with their employer.
They were also on strike earlier...
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Barnsley College students learn importance of first aid
BARNSLEY College students gained valuable experience this month by taking part in an event to raise awareness about the importance of first aid.
College construction technician and St John Ambulance unit manager, Arran McCallum, supports the NHS on the frontline in the town by providing essential services to care.
A number of college students got the chance to find out about what St John Ambulance does whilst on duty and the action required...
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Reds take on Preston at Deepdale
BARNSLEY travel to Preston tomorrow hoping to get the first win of Poya Asbaghi’s reign.
The Reds currently sit second-bottom of the Championship, eight points from safety.
New head coach Asbaghi is yet to win at Barnsley but the performances are on the up - and a 1-1 draw against Huddersfield last weekend at Oakwell showed positive signs that things are improving.
But, with only two wins all season, the Reds will...
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New coronavirus rules: What are they and when do they start?
NEW coronavirus rules come into effect today as the government's Plan B begins.
The plan was created to help fight the spread of new variant, Omicron, and the restrictions only apply to England.
Wearing masks in shops, hairdressers and on public transport became mandatory on November 30 but the new plan aims to extend restrictions further.
From today (December 10) masks will have to be worn in most public indoor venues such as cinemas.
The...
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Town centre door supervisor pleads guilty to drug offences
A TOWN centre door supervisor - who was found with around £6,000 worth of cocaine - will be sentenced next year after pleading guilty to a number of offences.
Ricardo Hudson, 42, of Bly Road, Darfield, was arrested on Hanson Street on November 19.
He pleaded guilty to possession of class A drugs with intent to supply at Barnsley Magistrates’ Court on November 22, before appearing at Sheffield Crown Court yesterday.
Officers...
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Public Health team at Barnsley Markets tomorrow
BARNSLEY’S Public Health team will be offering a range of advice at Barnsley Markets tomorrow.
They’ll be speaking, from 10am to 12pm, on a number of winter wellness topics such as heating your home, stopping smoking and mental health support.
A council spokesperson said: “Everyone should have the best possible chance of enjoying life in good physical and mental health.
“Our health and social care services are coming together so you can...
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Festive football boot camp set to kick off
FOOTBALL mad children will be able to take part in a festive football camp which are accessible to anyone who is eligible to receive free school meals.
The camps will be held at Astrea Academy Dearne, Goldthorpe and 5ives, Kendray and will be run by Reds in the Community.
The sessions are accessible to all eight to 16 year olds and will run from 10am to 2pm from December 20 to 23.
For more information,...

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