Barnsley Chronicle

The Barnsley Chronicle, based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, is among the oldest regional newspapers in the UK and remains one of the few weekly publications still privately owned. It first hit the newsstands in 1858 and marked its 150th anniversary in 2008.

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Campaigner Claire ‘heartened’ by Westminster support

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Josh Timlin

A BARNSLEY MP hosted an event in Parliament to bring together a group to campaign to remove presumption of contact from law and put children at the centre of the family courts. The legal principle currently allows known domestic abusive parents to have unsupervised contact with their children and has led to 48 child deaths.
‘I love this sport’ says Barnsley teenager after Paris-Roubaix

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

Cyclist Imogen Wolff completed another of the classic ‘monument’ road races this week as she took on the Paris-Roubaix in France. The 19-year-old from Silkstone, who is in her first season of professional racing, finished 24th over the 150k course.
Barnsley club runners set records and win categories

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

THERE were club records and age group prizes for Barnsley club runners at races across the UK and abroad this week. Penistone Footpath Runner Dawn Broom won the women’s over60 category at the Yeovilton 5k in Somerset. Dawn is one of the top runners in the age group in the country as demonstrated by her time of 21-19. Her husband John also took part, finishing in 21-22.
Young ice hockey star plays it cool

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Ashley Ball

A YOUNGSTER from Hoyland is making his way in the rough-and-tumble of professional ice hockey. Alex Oldale, 20, is on the books at Elite League side Manchester Storm where he is the understudy goaltender. With 54 regular season matches and cup competitions to play in, it involves a heck of a lot of travelling and dedication. But it is something Oldale continues to relish.
Keillor-Dunn nominated for award

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

Barnsley top-scorer Davis Keillor-Dunn has been nominated for League One Player of the Year. The forward has scored 16 goals in all competitions, along with six assists. He is up against Wycombe striker Richard Kone and Birmingham City midfielder Tomoki Iwata. The awards night is on Sunday, April 27.
‘Council estate princess’ heading for Barnsley

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Jack Tolson

ONE of the country’s most famous drag queens is set to perform in Barnsley later this year. Baga Chipz, known for her appearances in Ru Paul’s Drag Race, will come to Barnsley Civic on October 11. A Civic spokesperson said: “Come and party with the council estate princess herself and celebrate a 20-year career from queen of the boozers to international superstar. “With stories and tales ranging from meeting the Queen to the backstage goss on RuPaul’s Drag Race.
Cricket season underway as ex England captain opens Higham pavilion

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

HIGHAM lost their opening game of the season but enjoyed a successful day off the pitch as the official opening of their newly-refurbished pavilion was attended by former England captain Mike Gatting. The Barnsley club were the only side to host a competitive game this week – at home to Bradfield in Division Three of the South Yorkshire League – with the rest due to start over the next two weekends.
Rycroft make it 2 from 2

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

RYCROFT Hammers rugby league club won 44-0 at Sheffield Hawks, making it two victories from two in Division Six of the Yorkshire League. The try-scorers were Chris Douglas, Jamie Blakeston, Nathan Sutcliffe, Perry Dyson, twice, Kieren Land and Harvey Coates with Dean Walker converting six of the eight. Their next game is at home to King Cross Park Academy on April 26. Dodworth Miners lost 34-30 at Illingworth in Division Two.
Councillor calls for information after park vandalism

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Jack Tolson

A LOCAL councillor is encouraging residents to get in touch following reported vandalism and criminal damage at Mapplewell Park. It’s reported that after 4.30pm on Tuesday evening, Mapplewell Bowling Club was tackled by vandals. Coun Steve Hunt has asked for anyone with any information to contact the police. He said: “This damage involved two road signs from the kids’ cycle track being ripped out and thrown onto the bowling green.
BWFC set for cup semi after 3-3 league draw

1 week ago | barnsleychronicle.com | Andrew Harrod

BARNSLEY Women’s FC drew 3-3 at home to Worcester City in the National League Division One Midlands. Caroline Nuttall scored twice and Tally Diamond once for the Reds who fell behind twice then led 3-2 before conceding a late equaliser. They are seventh with 30 points from 21 games, with one to play as well as a Sheffield Cup semi-final at home to Huddersfield Town on Sunday from 2pm. On the Worcester match, manager Craige Richardson said: “It was a game of two halves.