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Barnsley Uniform support scheme approved

Barnsley Council has approved funding for its school uniform support scheme and Year 11 support packs, A total of £2.7 million will be invested as part of the Great Childhoods Ambition, aimed at helping families and young people across the borough. This one-off investment is being made possible thanks to an improved local government financial […]

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Barnsley Teen Sets Sights on Borneo for Charity Expedition

A Barnsley schoolgirl is preparing for the adventure of a lifetime — and she’s working hard to make it happen. Thirteen-year-old Evie, a Year 8 student at Outwood Academy, has secured a place on a four-week expedition to Borneo in the summer of 2027 with Camps International. The trip will see her join a small […]

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New Defibrillator Installed in Darton

A new defibrillator has been installed in Darton, thanks to a joint effort between Darton Primary School, the Outreach Christian Centre, and local community groups. The school received the life-saving device through government funding and wanted to ensure it was accessible to the entire community. However, additional funds were needed to buy a secure cabinet […]

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Supporting the Reds

We will be bringing you all the latest news as it happens from the Reds

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Healthwatch Barnsley’s future in doubt

Local Healthwatch organisations are urging the government to reconsider plans that could see their independent services abolished.Under current NHS proposals, Healthwatch England and 152 local branches including Barnsley could be replaced, with their work transferred to councils and Integrated Care Boards.Campaigners say this would remove the only statutory and independent way for the public to […]

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Council considers investment for all young people at Base 71.

Cabinet members will consider an investment of up to one hundred and fifty thousand pounds to give all eight to eighteen-year-olds in Barnsley access to their first year of Base71 Youth Zone membership. The move is part of the council’s Great Childhoods Ambition programme. Base71, located on Schwäbisch Gmünd Way, will open in January 2026 […]

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Have your say on the Trans Pennine Trail

people are being urged to have their say on the future of the Trans Pennine Trail.Users are invited to take part in an online survey to help improve the route, protect its landscapes, and ensure the best possible experience for everyone.The consultation is open until the first of September. You can complete the survey at […]

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Barnsley Civic & The Cooper Gallery launch artist opportunity

Barnsley Civic has announced a new creative partnership with Public Health and youth group Just Us for an upcoming exhibition at The Cooper Gallery. Just Us is made up of young people from local organisations including Chilypep, YMCA, and the Youth Association. They work to improve children and young people’s emotional wellbeing and mental health. […]

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Gareth Webb at Breakfast

07:00 - Wake up with Gareth, With great music, news and local info to start your day in Barnsley!

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Steve Booth

10:00 - Join Steve through the day

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Barnsley’s Digital Jukebox

13:00 - You say it, we play it! WhatsApp your request to 01226 899 899

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Andy Hoyle at Hometime

15:00 - Finishing work, school or college for the day? Andy's here with great music and Barnsley's Essentials info.

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70s @ 7

19:00 - Barnsley's Essential 70s playlist with Howard Pressman

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80’s @ 8

20:00 - Barnsley's Essential 80s playlist

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90s @ 9

21:00 - Barnsley's Essential 90s playlist

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The Quiet Storm

22:00 - Barnsley's Essential Chillout Zone

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