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What’s happening at Sorby House?

Sorby House is meant to play a huge role in transforming the image of Burngreave as a place to live and work. However what it remains unclear what is been happening currently in Sorby House.

2008-04-11 17:50:25

Forum House open day

On February 13th 2008, Forum House opened its doors to visitors to provide people with information about the range of services on offer there.

2008-04-06 20:41:16

Sorby House

The New Deal funded £4.5 million refurbishment of Sorby House was completed in November last year, but it still stands empty.

2008-04-06 20:34:42

Lloyds Pharmacy refurbished

On 30th January the Lord Mayor officially reopened the Lloyds Pharmacy on Ellesmere Road in front of their staff, visitors and customers.

2008-04-06 20:23:39

Obituary - Nobat "Norman" Khan

Brothers Grocers, on Scott Road sadly passed away on March 13th 2008 after battling leukaemia.

2008-04-05 18:07:58

Tribute to Javed Akhtar

Obituary and tribute to local Asian/Muslim Businessman and local sports participant and organiser.

2008-03-26 18:43:30

Fundraising book sale

Friday 28th March 2008: A large range of second hand books, collectable magazines, rare and collectable vinyl records and a few cassette tapes for sale at New Roots Ashram cafe.

2008-03-26 14:13:57

Regional Forum Job Vacancies

The Regional Forum in partnership with the BME VCS Regional Panel is seeking two experienced and motivated team players to deliver outcomes for a programme that strengthens BME voice in Yorkshire & the Humber.

• Programme Director (£30,598 – £33,291)

• Policy & Communications Officer (£28,172 – £30,598)

• Closing date: Wednesday 2nd April 2008

2008-03-20 22:26:05

Tradebase recycling shop is closing

After nine years at the Old Library, the Tradebase recycling shop closes on 5th April 2008.

2008-03-18 21:52:56

Burngreave area within the Lower Don Valley: Past, Present & Future

The Burngreave area part of Lower Don Valley (LDV) in context of past, present and future community development research. In terms of economic investment & partnerships (public & private), employment, unemployment, consumerism and welfare.

2008-03-03 03:27:46

Moving On Up!

Building on the success of previous events organised by the Black and minority Ethnic Business Forum, we would like to invite you to our annual showcase evening. The BME Forum has grown significantly over the last two and a half years and provides the ideal opportunity to network with other members of the and meet with the Forum to discover how it can help you and your business.

2008-02-27 18:48:32

My Life has Turned full-circle (1) or is it history repeating or is it Legacy?

Life experiences of local residents living, growing-up and working in the Sheffield's lower Don Valley – LDV/Burngreave/Pitsmoor areas from the past to the present day. Research into community developments past, present and future.

2008-02-23 13:55:05

Cemetery Chapel Buildings.

Activities in Burngreave Chapel including the work of the Friends group, Chapel Restoration, Exhibitions,

2008-02-23 11:11:17

Biography

Matloub's background, professional history and achievements.

2008-02-16 12:00:29

Contact Matloub.

Contact details for Matloub Husayn Ali Khan.

2008-02-16 11:28:00

Sorby House Caretaker/Cleaner

Salary: £15,100 – £17,100 per annum

• Closing date: 10/03/08

2008-02-14 16:22:54

Sorby House Admin/Conference Support worker

Salary: £13,900 – £15,500 per annum Closing date: 10/03/08

2008-02-14 16:20:17

Sorby House Receptionist

• Salary: £12,100 – £13,500 per annum

• Closing date: 10/03/08

2008-02-14 16:13:41

Sorby House Centre Manager

• £26,900 – £29,600 per annum

• Closing date: 03/03/08

2008-02-14 15:49:09

A new Tesco at what cost?

A letter about the Tesco development from Tim Woolliscroft, exclusive to the website.

2008-02-11 16:03:02

TESCO approved

Tesco’s plan for a 10,000m2 store at Spital Hill was approved by Sheffield City Council on 14th January. The store will include 871 parking spaces, a petrol station, car wash, recycling unit and offices. 395 jobs will be created in the Tesco store and a further 175 elsewhere in the development.

2008-02-02 10:47:38

CESB - Creating Enterprise, Supporting Business

Do you need help making your business more successful? Are you looking for help and advice to start your own business?

2007-12-03 16:56:45

Post Office closures

Our three local post offices face possible closure by November 2008.

2007-11-30 15:29:53

Cash machine installed at Ellesmere

A new cash machine has been installed close to Ellesmere Green, outside the Post Office, operated by the Bank Of Ireland.

2007-11-29 20:02:16

Missing post box

Some months ago, at the start of the “Better Buses” Scheme, the post box on Burngreave Road, near the junction with Melrose Road, disappeared.

2007-11-29 19:52:17

The Star reports: Police raid 30+ bar

The Star newspaper reports that the 30+ bar on Carlisle Street has been closed and revellers arrested following a police raid.

2007-07-26 16:34:46

Station Foyer

Although still waiting for a health inspection, the Foyer should open again in a few weeks.

2007-07-20 00:58:15

Wicker Pharmacy Stays Open

It was a close run thing but the Wicker Pharmacy stayed true to its 52 year history of opening every day. With only 2 minutes warning, staff managed to keep the business going by transferring upstairs and manning their mobile phones

2007-07-20 00:50:09

Wicker under water

On 25th June 2007 the River Don engulfed Nursery Street pouring down into the Wicker and all surrounding streets.

• Businesses left reeling – Businesses around the Wicker are still cleaning up.

• Wicker Pharmacy stays open – Staff managed to keep the business going.

• SYAC Nursery – Within 15 minutes staff were wading through knee-high water.

• Station Foyer – Residents were ecacuated to a hostel.

• SADACCA: The Day Care Centre lost everything.

2007-07-18 16:16:19

Flood advice and support

Advice and support for residents and businesses affected by the floods on 25th June, 2007. Updated on 3rd July.

2007-07-03 20:09:09

Help for business affected by the recent floods

Support announced for businesses affected by the floods on Monday 25th June, including a helpline, recovery fund and an emergency meeting. Updated 29th June.

2007-06-29 18:06:28

Photographs of flooding

Photographs taken of the flooding around the Wicker on the 25th June 2007. Updated 26th June.

2007-06-26 13:52:56

Gower Arms closed by councillors

The Gower Arms has finally lost its licence. At a recent hearing Councillors ordered the closure of the public house.

2007-06-13 14:56:50

Wicker developments

Plans for the Wicker were revealed on 15th May 2007 at SADACCA, with a small window of opportunity to have your say.

2007-06-04 15:24:39

AL-NISA Sport and Leisure

“A new concept in combat sport and defence”

• Full contact thai/kick boxing

• Self defence courses

• Boxercise – non contact exercise

• Fully qualified, insured and CRB clear FEMALE instructor

2007-05-30 22:30:50

The Two Brothers Restaurant

Under new management since March 2006, an idyllic traditional Middle Eastern establishment is causing a stir, as many local people enter and savour its menu.

2007-04-08 19:50:40

Bennetts Tyres reprieved

Bennetts Tyres, which has operated from premises on Kilton Hill for twenty years, has had a reprieve from planned demolition under the Masterplan. Out of the blue a letter arrived from the Council, which told the Bennett brothers that their business was safe – for now.

2007-04-08 19:43:40

Easter Fun Day at SYAC Nursery

Come and join the fun, whilst we raise funds for our community nursery. All Welcome. Free entry

2007-03-29 22:41:01

Caborn’s Corner – a bit of Sheffield's history under threat?

Whilst studying recent plans for the new Tesco supermarket at the top of Spital Hill, somebody pointed out to me that the ‘attractive urban landscape with potential public plaza’ marked at the front of the drawing appeared to obliterate a bit of Sheffield’s political history: Caborn’s Corner. It’s a small triangle of land located at the junction of Spital Hill and Carlisle Street, just below the East House and opposite The Kashmir restaurant.

2007-03-28 20:53:13

New TESCO planned

Update on news of Tesco's planning application for a huge new store at the bottom of Spital Hill.

• Includes: Letter sent to the Messenger by Tesco in response to our February 2007 story.

2007-03-28 20:43:49

Bumper crowd for Burngreave Business Awards

Winners of the third annual Burngreave Business Awards enjoyed a night of celebrations with a bumper crowd.

2007-03-28 19:56:27

Pitsmoor Tattooist

With over a decade of experience, convention tours, travelling abroad and a solid reputation as a one of a kind freehand tattooist, Andy decided on locating one of his many shops in Pitsmoor near home.

2007-03-28 19:56:20

Apprenticeships for All

17 year old Neelam Fazal is described as a ‘breath of fresh air’ by her manager at Construction Design Centre which she joined through Apprenticeship for All.

• Plus: find out more about Apprenticeships for All project.

2007-03-28 17:21:33

Ellesmere Proposals

The Council are planning to make Spital Hill “more attractive to shoppers, to improve the economic vitality of the area and encourage the creation of new business and expansion of existing ones.”

2007-03-28 17:14:01

Discontent Continues

Mr Patel of Burngreave Wine Shop fears the updated Better Buses proposals could put him and his family out of business.

2007-03-17 20:30:27

Spital Hill response

The proposals to make Hallcar Street one way off Spital Hill, instead of closing it entirely have been met with mixed feelings by local businesses.

2007-03-17 20:23:18

Ellesmere Green Plans

The Council and New Deal have released their plans for the redevelopment of Ellesmere Green, as part of the Masterplan proposals, after consultation with the Spital Hill Project Group and local residents and businesses.

2007-03-13 13:03:59

Marie-Henriette Hair

A new salon on the fringe of Burngreave is teasing fashionable residents with a tantalising range of hairstyles and cosmetics.

2007-03-04 12:40:25

Monte Carlo Pizza

Tawfer Alshemari, manager of Monte Carlo Pizza on Spital Hill, has discovered that an authentic blend of ingredients is the key to success in his bid to bring a taste of the laid-back continental café culture to Burngreave’s doorstep.

2007-03-04 12:35:56

The Pub Guide

The Grapes public house on Gower Street has been run by the same family for a number of years now. The present landlord, Martin, took over The Grapes when his mother Lucy retired. He and his wife Gina have worked very hard to make a very successful local.

2007-03-04 12:33:31

Bus plans get no better for some

The updated Better Buses proposals, aimed at improving bus journeys through Burngreave, have been met with further confusion and opposition.

Includes:

• Spital Hill response

• Discontent Continues

• Better Buses Team response

2007-03-03 21:22:37

New Tesco planned

Report from the recent consultation by Tesco about a possible new supermarket on Spital Hill.

2007-02-19 14:41:07

BCF dissolved

The Black Community Forum was dissolved in July 2006 following financial difficulties.

2007-02-13 22:40:31

Andreas hairdressing

On one beautiful Wednesday, I found myself in a magnificent and incredible hair dressing shop, packed with a multitude of customers from all ages, genders and races awaiting their hair cuts.

2007-02-08 11:03:07

John Norton and Son (Sheffield) Ltd

Halfway up Rutland Road stands Norton Kitchen showrooms; according to proprietor Marion Sayles, “the last of the old Sheffield firms"

2007-02-08 10:58:24

Tesco plan for a big store in Burngreave

Tesco are hosting consultation events in preparation for a possible new store at the end of Spital Hill.

2007-02-06 15:47:22

Burngreave Business Forum

The Burngreave Enterprise Event and Business Awards returns next month in what promises to be the year’s biggest business event in Burngreave. The event takes place at the Verdon Street Centre on March 14th 2007 and will include exhibitions from Business Support agencies, advice and guidance for businesses.

2007-02-05 17:24:34

Normanton Inn

The newly-licensed Normanton Inn, on Earldom Road, has been completely revamped with deluxe furnishing in the lounge and bar/pool room facilities.

2007-02-01 11:06:15

Gower update

The Gower – the pub in the centre of Burngreave – remains open. In November’s issue, we reported on new conditions the police wanted to see in place to address their concerns. Sheffield City Council’s licensing board met on January 9th to review the licence and decided the pub can still open as long as certain conditions were met.

2007-02-01 10:54:41

Corner Pin

The CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) ‘Pub of the Month’ for October was The Corner Pin. It’s located in the heart of the former Sheffield Steelworks and Engineering area, on the corner of Carlisle Street East and Lyons Street.

2006-11-08 13:34:21

The Corner Shop – A Celebration

In the past twenty years, small independent shops have been vanishing, facing stiff competition from supermarkets and changing consumer habits. Despite this nationwide trend, there is still a thriving selection of local shops in Burngreave. To find out why this might be, Nikky Wilson spoke to some local shop keepers.

2006-11-08 13:04:16