News in Barnsley
The latest updates and news stories from across Barnsley.
Vamoosh and Support Dogs Partner to Raise £27,000 for Assistance Dog Training
Vamoosh, a Barnsley cleaning brand, has raised over £27,000 for Support Dogs, aiding in the training of assistance dogs like Mooshie, to support individuals with disabilities.
John Newell Achieves Four Podium Finishes at German Truck Racing Championship Opening Round
John Newell from South Yorkshire impresses in the German Truck Racing Championship with four podium finishes. His performance highlights the sport's ties to the transport industry.
Barnsley's Pete Burkill Nominated for Session Hairdresser of the Year 2026 Award
Barnsley hair stylist Pete Burkill has been nominated for the 2026 Session Hairdresser of the Year award, showcasing local talent and inspiring aspiring stylists in Yorkshire.
Stagecoach Yorkshire Celebrates Long Service of Bus Drivers and Engineers at Special Ceremony
Stagecoach Yorkshire recently honoured its dedicated bus drivers and engineers at a Long Service Awards ceremony, celebrating over 780 years of combined service
Stagecoach Yorkshire Colleagues Team Up with Easter Bunny to Deliver Joy to Local Children
Stagecoach Yorkshire staff teamed up with the Easter Bunny to deliver donated chocolate eggs to children's hospitals and charities in Barnsley, Rotherham, and Sheffield.
How Evri’s New Barnsley Hub Gives Small Businesses an Next-Level Advantage
Discover Evri's new £4m fulfilment hub in Barnsley, Yorkshire. The investment creates over 150 jobs and offers retailers game-changing next-day parcel delivery.
Bradford City Fixture Change on Sat, April 18
Bradford City AFC's Sky Bet League One game vs Barnsley at Oakwell on Sat, April 18 has a new kick-off time due to TV coverage.
A Community Hero's Story: Barnsley bus driver wins award for quick thinking over sandwich incident
A Stagecoach bus driver in Barnsley, Gillian Thompson, is hailed a hero after her quick thinking saved a passenger who was choking on a sandwich.
Support Dogs Pup India's Job Will Be to Help Others - Just Like Policeman Namesake
A Sheffield businessman honours his late father, a former police officer, with an emotional tribute: naming a Support Dogs puppy India after his call sign.
Stagecoach Achieves West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter: What This Means for Employees and the Community
Stagecoach Yorkshire has joined the West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter and received top environmental praise from CDP. Find out what this means for staff and passengers.
Rotherham Bus Operator Offers Job Opportunities for Former Staff at CF Booth
After the collapse of Rotherham's CF Booth, local employer Stagecoach Yorkshire has stepped up, offering a new start and various job roles to affected workers.
Young Bus Fan Wins Competition to Get a Glimpse Behind the Scenes at Stagecoach’s Barnsley Depot: A Look into Daily Depot Operations
Fifteen-year-old Igor won Stagecoach Yorkshire's 20th Anniversary superfan competition. See his prize: an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Barnsley depot.
Vistry to Deliver over 450 New Homes in Barnsley: Mapplewell and Carlton Developments
Vistry announces a major development in Barnsley, building 450+ new homes in Mapplewell and Carlton. Half will be affordable housing, backed by a huge local investment.
A Closer Look at How Vistry to Deliver Over 450 New Homes in Barnsley Will Boost Local Housing and Infrastructure
Vistry announces plans for over 450 new homes in Barnsley. The developments in Mapplewell and Carlton feature 50% affordable housing and major community investment.
Stagecoach Partners with Global’s Make Some Noise to Change Lives in Local Communities
Your local Stagecoach bus company is teaming up with Global’s Make Some Noise to change lives in local communities. Find out how this partnership will help local communities.
Brave Marilyn Celebrates 35 Years at Yorks Bus Operator
Meet Marilyn Gibson, the Stagecoach Yorkshire hero celebrating 35 years on the job and raising thousands for Alzheimer's research. A true local inspiration.
Why Was Dickie Bird Called The Best Umpire In The World At His Emotional Yorkshire Funeral?
Cricket says an emotional goodbye to legendary umpire Dickie Bird. Discover why Sir Geoffrey Boycott's eulogy called him the 'best umpire in the world'.
Simply Red 40th Anniversary Concert Film: Where To Watch Holding Back the Years in UK Cinemas
Gregory Property Group Secures 10-Acre Industrial Development Site in Barnsley
What Did Barnsley Academy Students Learn at the House of Lords?
Which Yorkshire fish & chip shops made the UK's Top 50?
Business Confidence Is Rising, but Investment Plans Stay Low in South Yorkshire
Vitruvian Dental Studio Expands Operations at The Springs, Leeds
Visit England survey names Cannon Hall & Yorkshire Wildlife Park as most visited attractions in England
