Burngreave Messenger – Voice of the Burngreave Community

Victor released from detention

18th February 2019

Victor Mujakachi has now been released from detention and granted three months during which he will not be deported to Zimbabwe. ASSIST Sheffield report he is incredibly grateful for all the support he received and he has issued a few words. … [Read more]

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Support for Victor’s release grows

12th February 2019

Support for the release of Victor Mujakachi has been gathering momentum on social media and through an online petition set up by ASSIST on Change.org. He is being detained by the Home Office and faces ... [Read more]

Act now to free Victor Mujakachi

11th February 2019

Community support for Universal Credit

4th February 2019

Story by Richard Belbin New services and support are coming online to help those facing hardship due to the implementation of Universal Credit (UC). As reported in Improving digital access, ‘mapping’ exercises are being carried ... [Read more]
The quiz – Lost in Burngreave again

4th February 2019

Brought to you by quizmaster Graham Jones Now that the manic Christmas season is over I’m glad to be out and about in Burngreave again. But, you’ll never guess what has happened? I’ve got lost! ... [Read more]
What price clean air?

4th February 2019

Story by Graham Jones In December the council announced proposals for creating a Clean Air Zone within the Sheffield’s Inner Ring Road. The most polluting vehicles would face a daily charge to travel into the ... [Read more]
Singing away the blues at Sheffield Cathedral

4th February 2019

Story and photo by Ruby Munson-Hirst Burngreave based mental health charity, SAGE, run a women’s community singing group ‘Singing Through the Seasons’ every Monday (term time) between 12.30- 2.30pm, at The Welcome Centre, Nottingham St. ... [Read more]
Aspire to a great career

4th February 2019

Story by Kevin Stapleton Sheffield teacher Hopeton Bailey has launched a society to give young people the confidence and contacts they need to succeed in their chosen career. The Aspirers Society will allow members to ... [Read more]