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Jenny Cork

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  1. Our live coverage across the day

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    Thanks for joining us today. 

    We'll be back on Wednesday from 08:00 with more updates for South Yorkshire.

    Don't forget to watch BBC Look North tonight at 18:30 for more on the back-to-back living that's set to make a comeback in Sheffield...

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    Video caption: Developers given the go ahead to create new, affordable style back to back homes
  2. South Yorkshire's weather: Rain dying out, clear spells to follow

    Paul Hudson

    Weather presenter, BBC Look North

    Tonight will be cloudy with outbreaks of rain largely dying out and with clear spells developing later leading to some fog patches. Minimum temperature 5C (41F). 

    Tomorrow, any fog patches clearing then a generally brighter day expected with some sunny intervals, although scattered showers are possible with a top temperature of about 14C (57F).

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  3. Listen: Could Doncaster's Jamie McDonell be heading to the US for next big fight?

    Rob Staton

    BBC Radio Sheffield Sport

    Doncaster's Jamie McDonell is set for another big fight in America - against Juan Carlos Payano.

    The 30-year-old is eyeing up Scott Quigg and Lee Haskins as other potential opponents. 

    But according to trainer Dave Coldwell, McDonell is likely to be travelling back to the States to face Payano next:

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    Video caption: Dave Coldwell talks boxing with Rob Staton
  4. Sheffield's Bishop Steven to go to Oxford after seven years

    BBC Look North, Yorkshire

    The Bishop of Sheffield, the Right Reverend Dr Steven Croft, is leaving South Yorkshire to become the Bishop of Oxford. 

    He has been in the role for seven years, during which time Sheffield Cathedral hosted the traditional Maundy Money ceremony (pictured) and the Diocese of Sheffield celebrated its centenary.

    Maundy Money service in Sheffield
  5. Masters 2016 winner: Time to come home to South Yorkshire and change nappies

    BBC Sport

    Sheffield's Danny Willett, has arrived back in the UK after becoming the first British winner of the US Masters in 20 years

    Willett became a father for the first time just before the tournament. 

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    Video caption: From Masters to changing nappies for Willett
  6. Masborough man sentenced for witness intimidation

    Oliver Wright

    BBC News Online, Yorkshire

    An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to a 12-month community order for witness intimidation.

    Kaleem Ali, of Clough Road, Masborough, was found guilty of the offence last month.

    Rotherham Magistrates' Court heard how Ali approached a child sexual exploitation victim in Rotherham in March 2015.

    Ali’s father, Qurban Ali, was jailed in February for the sexual abuse of 15 young girls in Rotherham.

    Today, Ali was sentenced to a 12-month community order, a curfew between 19:00 and 07:00 for 12 weeks and was electronically tagged.

  7. BreakingCivic reception and fast track 'legend' status for golf hero Danny Willett

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    Sheffield City Council plans to hold a civic reception in golfer David Willett's honour.

    They'll also award him a star on Sheffield’s famous "Legends" walk of fame alongside other remarkable sons and daughters of this great city from Sir Michael Palin, to Jessica Ennis-Hill and Helen Sharman.

    David Willetts
    Quote Message: I would like to say a huge congratulations to Danny Willett on behalf of the city of Sheffield. We are incredibly proud of Danny’s achievements, especially considering he started his golfing career on one of our council golf courses." from Councillor Talib Hussain Lord Mayor of Sheffield
    Councillor Talib HussainLord Mayor of Sheffield
  8. Man found guilty of sexually abusing girls in Sheffield

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    A Sheffield man's been found guilty of multiple sexual offences against vulnerable girls and women.   

    Owen Smith, 50, appeared before Sheffield Crown Court on trial this week charged with five counts of rape, two counts of trafficking and two charges of sexual assault.

    Owen Smith

    He's been found guilty of five counts of rape, two charges of sexual assault and one count of trafficking.  

    The court heard how Smith, of Hawley Street, Sheffield, used his position as a mental health worker to gain the trust of his victims, who were vulnerable teenage girls and young women.

    Smith has been remanded in custody to be sentenced on Tuesday 10  May 2016.

  9. Missing in South Yorkshire: Have you seen Ethan?

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    Ethan Davies

    Police in Rotherham are asking for your help to trace missing 14-year-old Ethan Davies. Ethan, who lives in Barnsley, was reported missing at about 13:30 today after leaving the Magna Science Centre in Sheffield Road where he was on a school trip. 

    Police are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare and are asking anyone who may have seen him or may know where he is to call police on 101. 

  10. Watch: Book launched into space from park in Oughtibridge on anniversary of Shuttle flight

    Kat Cowan

    Reporter, BBC Radio Sheffield

    How's this for a book launch? 

    A book marking the 35th anniversary of the maiden flight of Space Shuttle Columbia was literally launched into space this morning - and from a park in Oughtibridge in Sheffield, no less! 

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    Video caption: Book marking 35th anniversary of flight of Space Shuttle Columbia is launched into space
  11. Listen: Barnsley FC's Paul Heckingbottom previews Oldham test

    Rob Staton

    BBC Radio Sheffield

    The Reds' caretaker boss has been speaking to me ahead of tonight's game with Oldham...

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    Video caption: The Reds caretaker boss on tonight's game with Oldham
  12. BreakingMan arrested on suspicion of Sheffield murder

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 22-year-old Sheffield woman.

    The 37-year-old man, from the Colchester area, was arrested this afternoon after a murder investigation was launched.

    He has been remanded in custody where he will be questioned by detectives.

    More to follow.

  13. South Yorkshire MP 'proud' of Stocksbridge connection to UK steel industry

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    MPs are holding an emergency debate on the future of the steel industry following Tata Steel's decision to sell off its UK operations. 

    The Labour MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge, Angela Smith, has told the Commons that "every F1 car has a bit of Stocksbridge steel" in it.

    She's said she's proud of what's being done in the town, but she's appealed for government help.

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  14. Back-to-back housing to return to Sheffield

    BBC Look North, Yorkshire

    Back-to-back living is returning to Sheffield more than 60 years after the clearance of the slums close to the city centre. 

    Architects and developers have been given the go-ahead to create affordable back-to-back homes for the future. 

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    Video caption: Developers given the go ahead to create new, affordable style back to back homes

    More on BBC Look North BBC1, 18:30 

  15. Danny Willett's Masters victory 'no fluke'

    BBC Sport

    Reflecting on Danny Willett's triumph at The Masters, BBC golfing correspondent Iain Carter says his victory was "no fluke".

    While the wider sporting public can now wake up to the fact that the UK has a new golfing hero, those close to the game have been more than aware of the talents of the 28-year-old from Sheffield, he says.

    You can read more about Willett's rise to the top here

    Danny Willett
  16. MPs debate future of UK steel: Where are jobs at risk?

    Jenny Cork

    BBC Sheffield, Local Live

    MPs are debating the future of the UK steel industry in the House of Commons.

    Today's debate follows the announcement that Tata Steel is beginning the formal process of selling its loss-making UK plants.

    Tata steelworks

    Thousands of workers in England and Wales risk losing their jobs if a deal to buy the plants cannot be struck.  

    Tata jobs graphic

    Yesterday, it emerged that a deal has been signed to safeguard more than 4,000 jobs at Tata's steelworks at Scunthorpe.

  17. UK steel industry facing 'an emergency'

    House of Commons

    Parliament

    There's currently a debate on the future of the UK steel industry in the House of Commons.

    It follows the announcement that Tata Steel is beginning the formal process of selling its loss-making UK plants.

    Labour's Angela Eagle has called on her counterpart, Business Secretary Sajid Javid, to present "a comprehensive plan to secure the future of our vital steel industry" and accused the government of having "an ideologically-driven reluctance to get involved".  

    Angela Eagle

    "Such debates are rare but the situation now facing the steel industry cannot be categorised as anything other than an emergency," the Labour frontbencher says.

  18. Barnsley FC fans 'love Hammill to bits' - Heckingbottom

    Andy Giddings

    Sports Editor, BBC Sheffield

    Barnsley FC head coach Paul Heckingbottom has added his voice to those suggesting the Reds and Adam Hammill are a perfect match.

    Adam Hammill

    The 28-year-old's future is unclear with his contract up in the summer, although both parties have expressed interest in an extended contract. 

    Heckingbottom says Hamill is enjoying a "love affair" with the club in his second spell.

    "The brand of football we're trying to play probably suits Adam. The fans appreciate that and like the way the club's trying to play. He's produced big moments...They love him to bits," says Heckingbottom.

  19. Weather: A few bright spells and showers

    Owain Wyn Evans

    Weather presenter, BBC Look North

    A few heavy showers are likely at times this afternoon, with the odd rumble of thunder possible...

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