Andrew Harrod

Barnsley

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Barnsley rolls out red carpet as historic train makes rare stop

4 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

A RED carpet will be laid over the platform at Barnsley station next week when one of the world’s most luxurious trains makes a rare visit to the town. The 1930s’ Pullman-style Northern Belle will pick up passengers to take them on a trip through the Yorkshire Dales and over the spectacular Settle-Carlisle line for a steam-hauled champagne day out.
Art students take centre stage to showcase work

5 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

BARNSLEY College students showcased their talents at a recent exhibition. The A level Fine Arts students’ work was featured at the Sixth Form Art and Design exhibition. The artwork on display encompassed a wide range of techniques and processes, with the work showing a range of key skills in drawing, painting, print, 3D, photography and digital processes.
Court round-up: Man changes plea and admits assault by beating

5 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

A SMITHIES man charged with assault by beating has changed his plea to guilty – and will appear in court later this month. Aaron Bettley, 28, of Wakefield Road, was charged following an incident on September 27. He originally pleaded not guilty in February but at a hearing at Barnsley Magistrates’ Court last Tuesday he changed that plea. He will appear at the same court on June 26. A BARNSLEY man who reportedly breached his criminal behaviour order will appear in court next week.
Man jailed after admitting violent disorder at Manvers

5 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

A BARNSLEY man was yesterday jailed for his part in the violent disorder at Manvers last summer. Dion Wragg was captured on CCTV taking part in the violence at the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, on Sunday August 4. The 26-year-old was recorded launching debris at police officers who were protecting the hotel and its occupants. Following the disorder, images of potential suspects were released in a media appeal - with a member of the public identifying Wragg from one of the photos.
Museum service thrilled at record-breaking visitor numbers

5 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

BARNSLEY Museums is celebrating the milestone of two million visitors in 2024-25. This is the first time, in the council’s records, that the Museums’ service has reached this number in a year. It beats last year’s 1.9 million visitors and impressively surpasses pre-COVID levels of 1.3 million.
Walmsley stars with bat and ball in Penistone’s first league win

5 days ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

PENISTONE recorded their first ever win in Division One as they chased 186 for a five-wicket success at Houghton Main. There were three wickets for Penistone’s Ben Askey, Chris Walmsley and Jack Meek. Penistone – who had lost the first five games after promotion – were 78 for five but Walmsley (51 not out) and Anthony Godley (52 not out) shared a match-winning stand of 112. Houghton’s Noman Waheed made 54 then Riaz Khan took four wickets.
Partnership helps residents with cost-of-living challenges

6 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

A COLLABORATION between Citizens Advice Barnsley and a local building society has supported almost 1,000 people with their financial struggles over the last four years. In Barnsley, this partnership allows Yorkshire Building Society to host a Citizens Advice adviser at the branch, on Cheapside, three days a week. Citizens Advice offers free, impartial advice on a wide range of issues, including financial struggles, to anyone who needs it.
Student puts the fun into college language club

6 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

AN A Level student has given a new lease of life to a language club at the college – with a little bit of help from Spanish editions of Harry Potter and other popular books. The Spanish Club, where students of all abilities can explore the language and connect through shared cultural experiences, has had a significant impact on wellbeing and inclusion. Although the Spanish Club had been founded by previous students, it had struggled to gain momentum – until Cohen Keeling stepped in.
Court Round-Up: Man admits having knuckle duster in nightclub

6 days ago | wearebarnsley.com | Andrew Harrod

A WOMBWELL man who had a noxious liquid and a knuckle duster in a town centre nightclub will be sentenced next week. Adam Mawhinney, of Mount Terrace, admitted having PAVA spray on him and the weapon in Che Bar, a nightclub in Barnsley town centre. The 33-year-old was bailed and will be sentenced at Sheffield Crown Court on June 11. A THIEF who committed two thefts before threatening a woman has been bailed ahead of her sentencing.
Rockingham lose by wicket

6 days ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

ROCKINGHAM lost by a wicket at Aston Hall with a ball to spare in the South Yorkshire Championship. Second-bottom Rock posted 186 with Paul Cummins scoring 75 not out. Richard Skipworth took three wickets but the hosts’ final two added 15. Mid-table Elsecar were all out for 72 chasing 200 at Sprotbrough. Arsalan Mir took three wickets. Wath’s 134 was not enough in an eight-wicket loss at home to Sheffield Collegiate 2nd XI. Wath are last with one win from seven games.