Rotherham news archive
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Today in Rotherham — 23 July
Today in Rotherham: Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, prosecutors say, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Rotherham man charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe
Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham has been charged with the murder of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe. He will appear at Westminster Magistrates
Free Swimming for Rotherham Children This Summer
Children aged 0-17 in Rotherham can swim free at Places Leisure centres from 20 July throughout the six-week summer holidays. Adults pay normal admission.
Five Rotherham Sites Win Green Flag Awards 2026
Rotherham Crematorium and Cemetery, Clifton Park, Greasbrough Park, Rother Valley and Ulley Country Park all achieve Green Flag status for 2026, recognisin
Why Music Matters exhibition opens in Rotherham
Young people from across Rotherham showcase their work in a free exhibition celebrating how music has transformed their lives. Opening 18 July at Grove Roa
Today in Rotherham — 15 July
Today's headlines from Rotherham, with links to the original sources.
Lord Hardy Court Rawmarsh Rated 'Good' by CQC
Lord Hardy Court in Rawmarsh has been rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission following a June inspection. The council-run care home supports older peo
Rotherham Summer Reading Challenge for Children
Rotherham Libraries launches 'Read to the Beat' summer reading challenge for children aged 4-11. Free to join with rewards and celebration event at Magna i
Rotherham Council Call for Sites: Local Plan 2026
Rotherham Council is inviting residents, landowners and developers to suggest land for future development as it prepares a new Local Plan. The ten-week con
Rotherham Market Hall Opens with 37 Independent Traders
Rotherham Market Hall has opened with 96% of stalls let, offering fruit, veg, meat, clothing and jewellery. Access via Eastwood Lane and Henry Street.
Rotherham man re-arrested in Ann Widdecombe investigation
A 28-year-old Rotherham man arrested in connection with Ann Widdecombe's death has been re-arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences. Counter Terrorism P
Orgreave Inquiry: Former Miner Urges Speed
Robert Young, 83, who travelled from Scotland to join picket lines at Orgreave coking plant in Rotherham on 18 June 1984, has urged the ongoing inquiry to
Man Arrested in Rotherham Over Ann Widdecombe Death
A 28-year-old man arrested in Rotherham is in custody following the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe. Police say there is no evidence of political motivat
Rotherham man wins £4m Surrey mansion in Omaze draw
Former milkman David Roper, 58, from Rotherham, has won a £4m six-bedroom mansion in Surrey plus £250,000 cash in an Omaze prize draw after entering for fo
Rotherham Indoor Market Traders Move to Temporary Home
Indoor market traders in Rotherham have relocated to the Market Hall while renovation work takes place at their original site.
Rotherham Hospice Donation Centre Hit by Break-In
Thieves broke into a Rotherham Hospice donation centre overnight, stealing a donation tin and electrical items. Staff described themselves as "flabbergaste
Rotherham shortlisted for first UK Town of Culture
Rotherham has been selected for the shortlist to become the UK's first Town of Culture, competing against 14 other towns for the honour.
Wensley Estate Clean-up Targets Fly-Tipping Problem
Social housing workers and council staff joined forces for a clean-up day on the Wensley estate near Page Hall to tackle fly-tipping in the area.
South Yorkshire Public-Owned Bus Fleet Confirmed
South Yorkshire is to receive a new public-owned bus fleet with greener, more accessible vehicles as the region shifts away from private operators.
Rotherham Council Approves £2.4m Town Centre Redevelopment
Rotherham Council has approved £2.4m funding to advance town centre redevelopment plans for key locations in the area.