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[] | 2016-08-26T12:52:26 | null | 2016-08-23T23:36:21 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2198.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/highground-1024x683.jpg | en | null | Meeting to update community on Operation High Ground | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | A community meeting to discuss rural crime in the area was held at the Cobar Bowling & Golf Club on Monday night.
As part of Operation High Ground, which targets rural crime, the informal meeting led by Cobar Police Sergeant John Bennett and Senior Constable Christie Greshner, was an opportunity to update the public on what police have been doing since the operation commenced in April this year.
Sergeant Bennett said 36 rural crime events have been reported to police this year; 12 people have come forward with information to try and combat rural crime; police have carried out 71 active patrols in the shire since April; and 11 charges and four infringement notices have been issued to 10 offenders.
Sergeant Bennett said there were a number of ways landholders could help police to detect rural crime.
“Report all incidents and any information that might help police. ‘If we don’t know about it, we can’t resource it’ is the message police are trying to get across,” Sergeant Bennett said.
Other ways to deter rural crime include: installing trail cameras at problem sites and providing photos of suspicious vehicles and people on their properties; ensuring all firearms are securely stored and, if landholders are not on site 24/7, they should store their firearms off site; keep serial numbers and photos of vehicles and property so that if they are stolen and recovered they can be returned. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2198 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/873ca5557cfdce3356743a02894b3dadafd38a23c2545400175c542cb7f7d0ec.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:52:56 | null | 2016-08-23T23:40:33 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2202.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/visual-merch-200x300.jpg | en | null | Workshop helps local retailers revamp store displays | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | Local retailers are taking their window and instore displays to a whole new level after learning some tips and tricks at a Visual Merchandising workshop held in Cobar last week.
Held at Chi Chi, the workshop was facilitated by the Cobar Business Association with funding sourced from the State Government’s Energise Enterprise Fund through Cobar Shire Council.
Merchandising expert Carol Bagaric from AUSVM, took the 17 participants through the theory of what makes a good window and instore display, showing them lots of before and after shots of numerous retail revamps that the AUSVM staff had done.
Carol also provided lots of tips and tricks on how to create effective displays that won’t break the bank.
Nara Roche from The Kidz Boutique attended last week’s workshop and described it as an “invaluable experience”.
“I just loved it, it was amazing,” Nara said.
“I learnt about colour blocking techniques, got some great window display ideas and leant how I could work with a calendar and different themes.”
Nara said she also got a lot out of Carol’s one-on-one in store follow up sessions.
“I found out how to display my sales better and that by just tweaking a few things in the store, it made my display that much better.
“The feedback I got from Carol was a big confidence booster for me knowing that I was on the right track with my displays and all I needed was just to tweak things a little bit to get them right.
“Carol showed me how to use my windows to their full potential which I now realise I wasn’t doing before,” Nara said.
“I’m so pleased that the business association brought Carol out to Cobar.
“It would be great if she could visit every six months just to keep us on track!” | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2202 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/1ce0fbb14f3270ee612ea6453fa0001a07ba089670b0f83fb11a82442dcd5095.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:50:46 | null | 2016-08-24T00:02:24 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2210.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2210 | en | null | Roosters beaten in very physical battle | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | The Cobar Roosters went into Sunday’s Barwon Darling rugby league grand final as the underdogs and emerged battered and beaten after the Walgett Dragons pounded them into submission, winning the very physical match 42-22.
The game was a rough and one that at times got spiteful with two Walgett players and one from the Roosters spending time in the sin bin.
Walgett’s strong-arm style of play was evident from the start and it paid big dividends when they opened their account with an early converted try to lead 6-0 after just four minutes of play.
Their enthusiasm for a win was evident from the outset and that was the way the Dragons played for the full 80 minutes.
The Roosters in comparison, had to play catch-up footy all game and were constantly forced to re-adjust their game plan.
During the second half three Cobar players were carried from the field with injuries from Walgett tackles, two of which incurred penalties.
The Cobar backline was however working well in the first half with Jacob Good crossing early and Cobar trailed 4-6 after 10 minutes.
In comparison to Cobar, Walgett had a bigger, thicker pack that soon started to tire due to a lack of fitness, but through their enthusiasm they still held the upper hand and made the most of every gap in the Roosters’ defence.
Walgett looked set to score again but their effort was thwarted by a try-saving tackle from Roosters’ fullback Rob Childs.
Childs was called upon again shortly after and prevented another Dragons’ attacking raid on their line.
The ball was then quickly spread to the other side of the field and Cobar’s second rower Tim Hillman, who was a workhorse in Sunday’s game, prevented the Dragons from adding to their tally.
A ball handling error by Cobar shortly after forced a turnover and Walgett pounced and sent it to the wing with Good unable to defend three Walgett players looking to score.
From the re-start Walgett was back attacking their line and a converted try gave them a very comfortable 20-4 lead at half time.
Walgett scored immediately after the re-start and looked to be in a hurry to start their grand final celebrations.
A penalty gave Cobar good field position and a planned move which saw Roosters coach Ben Simon cross for a try which Childs easily converted, gave the Roosters some confidence that they were still in the match.
The try however fired up the Dragons and they brought out the big hits with Good taken from the field after a deliberate shoulder charge.
The culprit was sin-binned for the offence.
The game got heated and when Roosters’ David Watson retaliated with his own tough tackle, he too was sent for a sin bin spell.
With both teams down a player, Walgett moved the ball around well and easily crossed for two more tries as Cobar scrambled in defence.
Perseverance on the line paid off for the Roosters with a push over try to Rohan Lloyd that closed the gap to 32-14.
Walgett added another to their tally and Simon replied soon after.
The Dragons however maintained their ‘invincible’ attitude and ran in another try.
They were now in party mode with the Walgett try-scorer following up his try with a backflip and their goal kicker paused for a photo with the ball boy.
Late in the game Jarred Davey was given a “Welcome to Barwon Darling Cup boys” slam down tackle.
The Cobar trainers were a long time attending to him before they helped him off the field.
(It was later determined he had broken ribs.)
Just before full time Mason Garland, who’d been given no room to move earlier in the match, scored a consolation try for the Roosters with Childs’ conversion coming after the hooter. Walgett finished with a 42-22 victory. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2210 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/50660920b20d78f69e2c1372ad901abe389fcae897c2b01e9dbee04b266682ac.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:54:52 | null | 2016-08-23T23:47:01 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2204.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/medical-book-1024x768.jpg | en | null | Community project to create a book that might save a life | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | A new emergency medical book for people that take regular medication is currently in the planning and has the potential to save a life.
The idea to redesign an existing emergency medical information book came up last week at a Community Services Forum meeting.
Dr Deon Heyns, who is a member of the forum, said the book would be of enormous help.
“It’s designed to go on the fridge where it’s noticeable and easy to find, whether that’s for a paramedic who has been called to treat someone in their home or someone else who needs to carry out first aid,” Dr Heyns said.
“If it’s easily accessible on the fridge, paramedics or the first aider don’t have to waste valuable time searching to see if the patient is taking any medication.”
He said doctors will be able to easily print off a list of each patients’ medications and give to them to file in their emergency medical book.
“Each time they visit their doctor, if they change their medication, the doctor can print off an updated list.”
Dr Heyns said the book was one of a number of good ideas that had come from discussions at their Community Services Forum meetings.
The group, which meets quarterly, is made up of staff from the ambulance service, HomeCare, Integrated Care, Disability Links, the Primary Health Network, Cobar Health Council as well as a dietician, a physio and a GP.
Dr Heyns said they formed after an Integrated care meeting last year to share information about what local medical and allied health services were on offer in Cobar.
He said at their initial meeting they found that there were a number of gaps in services that were being offered locally while others were being duplicated by two or more agencies.
“The meetings have been very good, very useful,” Dr Heyns said.
He said the group recently helped to solve a problem when the occupational therapist (OT) who serviced Cobar patients resigned.
Dr Heyns said they got together to organise to fund a replacement OT to visit on a regular basis. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2204 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/cd997fc5b43fbed581c5e755e7cd61f3b8b7ce5a3d3f51f11d0e3eff90893e19.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T22:51:50 | null | 2016-08-30T20:52:15 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2246.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2246 | en | null | Jacob Ryan wins Trangie Open | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | Cobar golfer Jacob Ryan won the Trangie Open on Sunday.
Ryan was also in the winner’s circle on the local course on Saturday after having won the Three Person Ambrose sponsored by Rob’s C-Food.
Ryan partnered with Greg Clark and Garry Dunn with the trio finishing with the best score for the men.
The Best ladies’ team was comprised of Sally Bannister, Pam Sikora and Melissa Dunn.
The best mixed team were Greg Bowkett, Chrissy Gilligan and Michael Zannes.
Finishing third overall was the Fraser family team of Stewart, Alec and Serena and 4th overall was another Fraser, Mark Fraser, who teamed up with Max and Sue Phillips.
Nearest the Pins shots were recorded on the 3rd hole by David Gordon; 8th—David Knight; and 15th—Brenda Fugar.
John Collins was the winner of Sunday’s men’s Stableford with Chris Gilbert the runner-up.
Gilbert also won the Nearest the Pin prize on the 3rd hole and Garry Wilkin claimed the prize on the 15th.
Weather permitting, the Cobar Veterans Day is to be held this Friday as a Stroke and Stableford event.
The BRilliams Copper City Classic Stableford is to be played on Saturday and Sunday with a 12noon start on both days.—This article has been compiled with information supplied by The Hacker. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2246 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/c383b477b2b383c3366ddbaf65a1136750e27e5eb0b3e92f86e0cd997a42a4a8.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:54:24 | null | 2016-08-23T23:27:57 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2188.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/roosterettes-1024x683.jpg | en | null | Roosterettes take the grand final glory | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | The Cobar Roosterettes will go down in history as the first team ever to win the Barwon Darling Women’s League Tag competition trophy.
The local side finished the 2016 season as the inaugural winners of the Barwon Darling Cup League Tag competition after convincingly beating Lightning Ridge 16-4 in Sunday’s grand final in Bourke.
This year’s four Barwon Darling Cup grand final matches were played at Bourke’s Davidson Oval with five out of the seven teams in this year’s competition represented in the Ladies League Tag, Rugby League Under 14s, 17s and Seniors games.
While the Lightning Ridge Redbacks finished this year’s competition as minor premiers of the League Tag competition, it was the Roosterettes who went into Sunday’s grand final as the favourites having beaten the Redbacks 10-0 two weeks ago in their semi final.
The Cobar side took control of Sunday’s match from the outset by immediately putting pressure the Redbacks’ line which resulted in an early try to Taylah Good.
Player of the Grand Final, Lisa Travis, who’d also had a hand in Good’s earlier try, then made the most of a penalty against the Redbacks and darted over for Cobar’s second try.
While Cobar’s No 1 goal kicker Natalie Barnes missed her first conversion attempt, her second kick found its mark and Cobar took a commanding 10-0 lead.
The Roosterettes had the Redbacks scrambling in defence and attack and by the half time whistle Lightning Ridge still hadn’t put any points on the board.
They did however come out firing in the second half and an early unconverted try soon after the restart put them in with a chance with the margin at 10-4 in Cobar’s favour.
The high penalty count against the Redbacks players wasn’t however doing them any favours and after conceding another penalty 10 metres out from Cobar’s line, Good took advantage to dart over and score her second try for the match.
Zoë Harland nailed the conversion sending the ball straight over the black dot to give the Roosterettes a commanding 16-4 lead.
The Redbacks rallied with raid after raid as the clock was ticking down however a number of try saving tags from the Roosterettes’ hardworking Travis and Naomi Whitehurst at fullback, ensured the score remained the same until the final whistle.
Cobar was well served by Travis who was presented with the Ronnie Gibbs Player of the Grand Final award by Ronnie Gibbs.
Other standouts in Sunday’s game were Bek Harris and Jenna Fullagar who both had high work rates in attack and defence.
Harland’s kicks in play gave the Roosterettes good field position and darting runs from Kaitlin Byrne and Brianna Watson kept the Redbacks’ defence busy throughout the match.
Lightning Ridge’s Maria Nagy was named the 2016 Player of the Year and Leading Point Scorer of the Season. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2188 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/f2fad89af80fd0ac853ce95deffcc76219559c32fd7fbfcfd0bd798b58180bbc.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:51:54 | null | 2016-08-30T20:46:49 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2242.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/races-jockey-300x200.jpg | en | null | Second race meeting proves to be a winner | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | Modest Hero dodged early trouble before winning the 1,700 metres DJW Cobar Picnic Cup on Saturday for Nyngan trainer Rodney Robb.
On the first turn local galloper The End veered off the track and caused severe interference to its stablemates First Defence and Teraset. The End dumped Jockey Alan Barton and escaped the racecourse.
Meanwhile, Modest Hero (ridden by Annelise King and paying 3.00 as the equal favourite) railed to the lead and thereafter wasn’t headed when beating the Allan Prisk, Cobar trained pair First Defence (Ricky Blewitt, 3.00 eq.fav) and Teraset (Billy Owen, 3.60).
Prisk, the only trainer at Cobar, had been a big help to the committee organising the inaugural Cobar Picnics and appropriately won the opening event, the MCA Maiden Plate,1000 metres, with Miashly.
The first of four winners at the meeting for Canberra jockey Billy Owen, Miashly (3.60) at start 31 broke through after nine minor placings when leading all the way to score by five lengths from Ultimate Joy (Annelise King, 3.80) and Would I Lie To You (Michael Gray, 3.00 fav.).
Trained between Bourke and the Queensland border by James Hatch, Stoneyrise, a recent Louth winner, was most impressive on Saturday at Cobar when winning the CSA Cobar Copper Open Handicap,1200 metres.
Getting around the leaders Kabloom and Barakula, Stoneyrise (Billy Owen, 4.20) accelerated to a five lengths win over Emerald Fortune (Ricky Blewitt, 3.20 fav.) and Barakula (Michael Gray, 6.00).
Lucky Cash ended a frustrating sequence of minor placings when winning a Maiden at Carinda and then backed up to win for Coonamble trainer Lindsey Kennedy.
With Billy Owen aboard, Lucky Cash (3.80) travelled outside the leader Bold Suggestion before taking control and beating Off The Bottom (Ricky Blewitt, 5.00) and Roseanna (Annelise King, 3.50 fav.) in the Landmark Russell Class B Handicap, over 1000 metres.
Making it four successive wins on the day for Owen, the Terry Fulwood, Narromine trained Duke Of Berat (9.00) took a rails run to overhaul Nipper’s Destiny (Alan Barton, 9.00) with Watta General (Michael Gray, 3.50) third in the Cynend Class B Handicap, 1,370 metres.—Col Hodges | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2242 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/3ea7ae0e211323a0e9673a82faaa8330127d658db4b328ba49fddee91e24423e.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:48:45 | null | 2016-08-24T00:06:57 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2212.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bmx-300x200.jpg | en | null | Local riders compete at NSW BMX Series on Central Coast | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | BMX racers Georgie and Chad Buckman travelled to Terrigal on the Central Coast last weekend to compete in the sixth and final round of the NSW BMX Series.
The pair had not had a competitive race for several months and were a little apprehensive as they acclimatised to the large track, jumps and other riders again.
The nerves had calmed down after Saturday’s practice session and the siblings were looking forward to race day on Sunday.
Georgie advanced through to the 13 years Girls Final after finishing 5th in all her three motos (heats).
In the final she started from Gate 1 after the faster riders got the middle gates.
Georgie rounded the first corner in 5th place and held the position through to the finish line setting her fastest time of the day.
Chad’s day was a little tougher as he was unable to advance through to semi-finals.
After placing 7th in his first two motos, Chad finished the day with a 4th place but it wasn’t enough to advance to the semis.
The duo has one more hit-out at Lake Macquarie in September before they race in the NSW Titles at Penrith in October.
It will be here that Georgie will be aiming to retain her number 7N state plate.—contributed | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2212 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/b0d2ed31f30753b9e3ab487f5b54f8470724ea4f8991c53d00aa4fac371805a4.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:51:47 | null | 2016-08-30T20:25:46 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2217.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2217 | en | null | Picnic Races prove popular | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | null | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2217 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/06ab8adaeaa06f2597e7c53fe5963eb90b97f95491149bc311dac4d60b8ff63b.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:49:39 | null | 2016-08-24T00:09:45 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2214.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2214 | en | null | A brilliant win for young Roosters | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | The Cobar Roosters Under 16s team finished with a brilliant 30-20 win over Dubbo St John’s on Saturday in the Dubbo & District Junior Rugby League competition.
Cobar let their opposition score in the first minute, but then settled down and went on to win.
Coach Rob Josephson said it was “an outstanding effort” by the team. “Their discipline and composure was first class. Micheal Manns, Coopa Martin and Luke Purton were our best.”
Tries for Cobar were scored by Michael Manns, Nick Buckman, Henry Brookman, Coopa Martin and Braith Good scored with Martin kicking all five conversions.
The Cobar Under 11s had their best game of the year on Saturday in Dubbo up against their St John’s counterparts. Their talk and organisation throughout the game was amazing but ultimately they went down 48-6.
Kai Taylor scored their only try down a skinny blindside (he had less than a metre of space to run down the sideline to score). Aaron ‘the Hayne plane’ Dinnerville converted the try.
Serving the team well were Aaron Dinnerville, Westin Collins and Nathan Bartlett.
The Cobar Under 13s had a very tough game going down by a big margin 50-0 to St John’s.
“Zane Taylor epitomised the Roosters spirit by never giving up with Tyler ‘Viking’ Coughlin and Addison Lyons our best on field,” Josephson said. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2214 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/da30c7f6ce87319cc5a2f38d1504e4361b411e240830328b3d581024a7dcd9cc.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:51:55 | null | 2016-08-23T23:39:01 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2200.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2200 | en | null | Looking to lead council in the future | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | Cobar Shire residents will go to the polls on September 10 to elect a new council of 12 members after 15 local residents nominated as candidates for this year’s Local Government elections.
Nine of the current councillors have put their names forward for re-election along with six others looking to be elected to serve as councillors for the next four years.
Cr Peter Abbott—Current deputy mayor, Cr Abbott said he wants to continue to fight the threat being posed by State Government to Local Government, particularly the eight far western councils. “It is the greatest threat this council has ever faced. I believe I can offer plenty of ammunition in this and other local government issues.”
Cr Abbott said if re-elected he can offer sensible quality answers on issues as they arise and it’s his intention to continue to represent the ratepayers’ interests while maintaining council’s current financial status.
Cr Lilliane Brady—Current mayor, said she has fought hard to have the Kidman Way widened to the Shire boundary and the Wool Track commenced and would like to see these projects carried through, along with the piping of the Albert Priest Pipeline.
Cr Tracey Kings—said it’s taken her the best part of eight years to properly understand Local Government process.
“In 2016/2017 we are sure to see major changes for the Western Division as a whole and I believe that the experience of existing councillors combined with enthusiasm of new councillors will be a good mix.”
She wants to continue to assist in gaining increased funding for the shire, improving community assets and to make the shire, our villages and Cobar a place that people live as a place of choice.
Cr Greg Martin—said there’s some unfinished jobs and projects that council’s been working on that he’d like to see through.
“I’m very much looking forward to working with council’s new general manager Peter Vlatko who has some very good ideas.”
Cr Jarrod Marsden—said he has a “real drive to make Cobar a better place”. He hopes that by listening to the ratepayers and through responsible financial management, he can help lead Cobar to a successful future.
“The current council have worked hard to bring the finances back into order and now we have a real opportunity to make a positive difference.”
Cr Peter Maxwell—said he nominated last term owing to the “parlous” state of council’s finances which had seen the shire’s roads and streets maintenance program abandoned for 10 months. He said he’s proud that council had turned its finances around and now holds balanced budgets as a high priority.
“There is also a promise implicit in achieving a special rate variation that there will be no reduction in services. I do think a greater emphasis should be placed in drawing on the ingenuity and experience of all council staff in regard to their allotted task.”
Cr Bob Sinclair—is keen to see continued fiscal responsibility in council and make sure things are running okay financially.
Cr Sinclair said he will continue to ensure councillors are presented with documentation that they can understand, that council’s limited budget for rural roads is spent effectively, and services in the town are continually improved.
Cr Harley Toomey—said he likes to think what’s good for Cobar is good for him.
“While some people say I don’t say much at council meetings, I consider myself to be a pretty good listener and I make my own mind up.” Cr Toomey said he’s keen to see Cobar Shire not be amalgamated.
“It would be hard for us to amalgamate with the vast distances out here. I’d like to see us remain as is. We need to see it through.”
Cr Peter Yench—said as a councillor he wants to help promote jobs growth and better facilities for the people of Cobar.
“The population decline in Cobar has got to stop. We need more industry and jobs, the medical centre needs expanding and there is a whole lot of social issues affecting our town.”
Continued Page 4.
Peter Florance
“I have a deep set belief in the democratic process and participating in it,” Mr Florance said.
“My aim with serving on council would be to be fair and equitable and be accessible to people.
“I don’t have an agenda—having agendas doesn’t work in the democratic process.
“If elected I’ll be open to all possibilities and any ideas.”
Kerry Kings
said he believes it’s about time there’s some “new blood” on council.
He said he now has some time on his hands which could be put to good use serving as a councillor.
“I drive a truck around the shire a lot and see what’s going on and talk to a lot of people.
“I’d like to see Cobar progress and in particular to try and attract another major industry to Cobar.”
Janine Lea-Barrett
“I have an avid interest in the community, a wish to contribute and aspire to being a robust representative of the community and businesses in the region.
“I will utilise my diverse background in engineering, mining, agribusiness and strategic planning to comprehend, analyse and influence on all issues, be a strong, principled and considered voice for the community and ensure all avenues and benefits are perused with gusto for the betterment of the Cobar Region.
Christopher Lehmann
said being an active member of the Cobar Business Association has helped to cement the importance of sustainable business in our community and is something that prompted him to stand for council.
“We as a community need to work together to see success and growth.
“My fiancée and I own and operate a large pastoral aggregation north of Cobar.
“We are invested in the prosperity of this region which is why I would like to give something back to the community by committing my time and knowledge to the council.
“I am passionate about projects which promote diversity and ensuring those projects are well thought out, well managed, and sustainable.
“I am the type of person who believes solutions are the best answer to any problem, not excuses. I will bring this to council meetings.
“As a young, enthusiastic and committed member of this community I believe I can bring a young and fresh approach to the already dedicated team of councillors.
Julie Payne
said as Cobar has always been her home that she has a vested interest in it.
“I have an interest in the welfare of the people, I have an interest in the welfare of the town.
“To me, council is a natural progression.
“With an informed and detailed understanding of council topics and also business, if elected I will be able to exercise good judgement and decision making in an open and transparent manner for the benefit of the Cobar community.”
Brooke Seaman
said she was prompted to nominate for council as she felt that Cobar Shire Council would benefit from the influence of a young woman.
“Diversity across the council is important.
“Most comments I hear about Cobar are in regard to what is bad about the town.
“It is my aim to create an attitude of appreciation and respect for our community.
“I hope to create more effective transport routes and better education as well as cross generational learning.” | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2200 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/d3648dc45a259f58e629b0be7fa3aff10a195b6c9f58ba623a9644433d775ec4.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:52:03 | null | 2016-08-30T20:43:16 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2238.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/physio-1024x683.jpg | en | null | Physiotherapist returns to work in her home town | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | After training as a physiotherapist Jackie Haines, who grew up in Cobar, will now be returning to work here on a regular basis.
Jackie studied physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University in Albury for four years and is now based on the Sunshine Coast working for a Brisbane company, Mobile Rehab.
“The administration for Mobile Rehab is handled in Brisbane, but we have teams all throughout south east Queensland and northern NSW,” Jackie said.
“I’ve always been passionate about providing services to people and areas that need it and positively impacting on their lives.
“That is an aspect of my job that I just love.
“Ever since I started studying, I’ve always wanted to be able to provide physio to my hometown.
“Mobile Rehab is an extremely innovative and exciting company and I just knew I had to take the idea to them and I’m so lucky that they’ve worked tirelessly to make it happen!”
Jackie said it was seeing her grandmother receive physiotherapy treatment that first piqued her interest in the field.
“I am passionate about people achieving their health goals, whether it be the ability to walk your daughter down the aisle at her wedding, or to run a half marathon, every little step counts. I have always loved helping people, and I have found a company that shares my passion.”
Jackie said as a physiotherapist she can provide a variety of services including: pain management, balance and falls prevention, mobility and gait retraining, rehab services post surgery, injury or illness, exercise prescription for strength, stretching and pain, and chest condition management.
“The list goes on. Basically anything to restore maximum movement and functional ability and enhance quality of life is how physiotherapy can help,” Jackie said.
Referrals for physio usually come from a patient’s GP which may be covered under the Medicare EPC program, for Department of Veterans Affairs card holders or by WorkCover.
She said people who think they will benefit from the service may also self refer.
If patients have private health insurance physiotherapy extras cover, they may be able to claim this service from their fund based on their level of insurance.
Jackie started working in Cobar this week out of the Cobar Primary Health Care Centre and is also working with residents at the Lilliane Brady Village.
She has a further two visits to Cobar planned before the end of the year.
“Then we’ll review the interest and demand and hopefully my visits will be much more frequent in the new year.
“Who knows, if there is enough interest in my physiotherapy services, I could be back here quite often. I hope so!”
“All of my family lives in Cobar so they’re very happy I’ll be home again as well.
“As soon as we had the go ahead for my visits, Mum had the bed made up ready for me!” | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2238 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/9724f3bb5770b00f9e62512dca4d2d991ced7c04bf722cb3672ef9de2157481d.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:52:06 | null | 2016-08-30T20:40:59 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2236.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/social-media-225x300.jpg | en | null | Businesses learn to get online with social media training | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | Local businesses who signed up to learn more about social media received some follow-up training in town last week.
Kim Goldsmith of Ochre Media returned to Cobar last week to further assist businesses to maximise their sales through social media.
Cobar Shire Council’s special projects officer and Cobar Business Association secretary Angela Shepherd said the free training for businesses was funded through the State Government Energise Enterprise program.
She said the local business climate had recently slowed down as a result of the downturn of the mining industry.
“We felt it was an opportunity to get businesses to focus on the marketing side of their business,” Ms Shepherd said.
The digital marketing workshops demonstrated to local business owners and staff that there is an opportunity to market their business to customers outside of Cobar.
Ms Shepherd said the association also felt digital marketing was an area under-utilised by many local businesses.
At last week’s workshop Ms Goldmsith went through a check list to look at all the aspects to establishing and using a professional Facebook page.
“Participants received lots of tips, from how to best promote the business through the use of pictures, to information provision and using each other to build sales.
“However, as businesses learnt, its not just about increasing sales and increasing your clientele, it’s about using social media to effectively build relationships with your customers,” Ms Shepherd said.
Ms Goldsmith also visited a number of businesses who attended the workshop to provide free individual one-on-one advice and coaching.
“The Cobar Business Association also took up an offer to further discuss options to use Facebook to promote their events and activities that are on around Cobar,” Ms Shepherd said.
“These ideas will be further explored over the coming weeks.” | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2236 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/1db10e3517d13505eda17003634bc8128c8f4aeb7c476d5758a5087d0d6fe0d9.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T22:51:53 | null | 2016-08-30T20:53:05 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2248.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/st-johns-netball-1024x680.jpg | en | null | St John’s netballers bring home medals | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | The St John’s School girls’ netball Year 6 team finished as runners-up at the Ridley Trudgett Netball Carnival in Warren recently.
The St John’s Year 3/4 , Year 5 and Year 6 teams all reportedly had a “fabulous time” with the Year 6 team finishing the day with wins in all of their Year 5/6 Division 2 games.
They then played off in a final against a formidable mixed Walgett Primary School team where the Cobar team was declared the runner-up.
The Year 5 team played some great netball during the day and came away with three wins and two losses (one of which was against the Cobar Year 6 girls team).
Marnie Matheson was selected by Mrs Ridley (the namesake of the carnival) as best on court in one of the Year 5 games.
The Cobar Year 3/4 girls (many had never played netball before) competed in their new netball uniforms, which were financed with a Sporting Schools grant.
They played well all day and won one game.
St John’s School principal Renee Matheson, who accompanied the teams to the carnival, said St John’s teams have been attending this carnival for seven years.
“We always come away with great memories,” Mrs Matheson said. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2248 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/d95dce514a5775b7e1a6ded5d3f0dc926ef31eb4aeea8e3d84112d12fa6beb64.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:52:09 | null | 2016-08-30T20:37:22 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2234.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/economic-meeting-1024x683.jpg | en | null | Council asks locals what they see in Cobar’s future | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | More business development, new investment, community leadership, attracting more visitors, having better public transport and more children’s services will make Cobar a better place to live.
Those were the top priorities determined by a small group of interested residents at Cobar Shire Council’s public meeting last Wednesday night.
Facilitated by consultant Megan Dixon from Seed Business Solutions, the meeting was part of a community consultation to create an economic study and council’s economic action plan for the next four years.
Ms Dixon said the economic study will look at the liveability of the town, how existing businesses could be made stronger and the gaps and opportunities that currently exist in the local economy.
“The goal is to address the short, medium and long term initiatives to grow the economy in the region.
“I will always look for quick wins,” Ms Dixon said.
Ms Dixon asked the 12 participants at last week’s meeting what they thought economic development was, what their visions were for Cobar’s future and what do they think are Cobar’s unique selling points.
She also asked participants what opportunities and gaps could they see in the local economy.
In addition to the public meeting, Ms Dixon has been speaking with owners and operators of various local businesses, members of the Cobar Business Association and the Economic Task Force and has created two surveys for local residents to have their say.
“There’s lots of opportunities for input along the way in the process,” she said.
“I really want to listen to what you have to say.”
As part of the study, Ms Dixon will also be researching various local and international studies and statistics.
“I’ll look at the resilience in other towns and bringing their ideas back to see how we can make it work in Cobar.”
She said her report to council would be independent and non-biased.
“I will be earnest in my recommendations for your community,” Ms Dixon said. | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2234 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/2475d5b9e7c60affd25ca19e7d1430d0291f9b85c6def07b38a99f62709055da.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T00:51:59 | null | 2016-08-30T23:28:47 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2251.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2251 | en | null | Photo Gallery: Cobar Picnic Races 2016 | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | null | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2251 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/9bef815d9b0200217c26022d1ac62243ee65f2c46610a7febe3db5d4ba9f70f8.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:47:47 | null | 2016-08-23T23:55:48 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fcobarweekly.com.au%2F%3Fp%3D2208.json | http://cobarweekly.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/golden-clay-1024x768.jpg | en | null | Thompson’s back-to-back titles first in 41 years | null | null | cobarweekly.com.au | Rob Thompson has won back-to-back Golden Clay Championship titles after taking out Cobar Clay Target’s 41st annual Golden Clay & NSW Junior Masters Championship shoot over the weekend.
It’s a feat that has never been achieved before in the 41 year-history of the competition.
Thompson has been a sterling competitor at home, regionally, nationally, and more recently internationally, having only arrived back in Australia on Wednesday to compete at his home town venue.
The Overall Golden Clay Trophy, sponsored by Peak Gold Mines, this year was a 9ct solid gold miniature clay.
The sponsorship of this trophy is particularly appropriate by gold producer Peak Gold Mines and reflects Peak’s continued support to sporting organisations and community events.
Peak’s general manager Greg Bowkett was on hand at Sunday afternoon’s presentations to hand over the ‘Golden Clay’ trophy to Thompson who scored 303/311.
The 41st annual event attracted a smaller crowd than usual, however it was plain to see that Cobar Club is renowned for its hospitality.
The sport of clay target shooting encourages family involvement which was evident with many families taking part during the weekend either as participants, spectators or helpers.
The weekend carnival commenced with competition on Friday night in inclement wet weather and cold winds with the NSW State Night Single Barrel Championship, sponsored by Sandvik Mining & Construction, being contested.
A field of 53 shooters braved the conditions with some of the local shooters having success in their grades. Greg Brush—1st B Grade; Tracey Boon (Bourke) 1st C Grade; Ross Morris 2nd A Grade; and Blake Dunne 2nd C Grade.
The skies were clear and crisp on Saturday morning which brought out 126 shooters to commence Saturday and Sunday’s Golden Clay & NSW Junior Masters program.
CSA Mine sponsored the first event, the 30 Target Point Score Championship, with Dunne 2nd in C Grade; Graham Brown 2nd B Grade; Tony Holzigal 2nd A Grade; Rob Thompson 1st AA Grade; and Matt Schiller was the Overall Winner.
In the 45 Target Lokaway Medley Dunne was 2nd in C Grade; Ross Morris 2nd A Grade; Brown 1st B Grade; and Thompson 1st AA Grade.
In the 30 Target Double Barrel Championship Jake Harbison was 2nd in C Grade; Brush 2nd B Grade; Brown 1st B Grade; and Arthur Turner 1st AA Grade.
Sunday morning promised another beautiful day and commenced with the 30 Target Single Barrel Championship, sponsored by Cobar Powerhouse. Dunne was 2nd in C Grade; Holzigal 2nd B Grade; Boon 1st C Grade; and Thompson 1st AA Grade.
Up next was the 30 Target Doyle’s Electrical Marfeesh Handicap, sponsored by the Hawkins Family in memory of Frosty Singleton who was instrumental in the commencement of Clay Target Shooting on his property Marfeesh Station in Cobar.
This event carries a reward of the ‘Marfeesh Cup’ with placings from 1st to 5th.
Additional enthusiasm is generated throughout the weekend with a Calcutta held in conjunction with this event.
Six competitors shot a possible (perfect) score, and were then were required to shoot-off until the final placements were achieved.
Junior competitor, Jack Cullinan from Pooncarie, was the eventual winner with a score of 45/45.
The final event of the weekend was 15 Pair Double Rise Championship with Jarrod Barraclough 2nd in B Grade and Arthur Turner was 1st Overall with a 30/30 possible score.
Cullinan was the Junior Masters Champion of Champions with a score of 147/150, dropping only three targets over three events.
The weekend’s Highgun winners were: Ladies (sponsored by Taylor Family)—Viv Moore 264/285; Veterans (sponsored by G&L Jones)—shared by John Blain and Peter Fitzalan 263/285; Juniors (sponsored by Beretta Australia)—Cullinan 276/285.
Bryan’s Empire Hotel, major sponsor of Cobar Clay Target Club, sponsored the four graded Highguns for the weekend.
C Grade was won by Blake Dunne 255/285; B Grade—Mark Dunn 259/285; A Grade—Richard Fryer 266/285; and AA Grade—Arthur Turner 301/311.—contributed | http://cobarweekly.com.au/?p=2208 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | cobarweekly.com.au/06e5f866eea461cefa45e5ff8e678c20bcdd9590dde9ec88b5c234218932eb4a.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:07:22 | null | 2016-08-22T00:00:59 | Two undesirable records were ended in one swift motion as Rovers deservedly picked up their second win of the season. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdoncaster-rovers%2Frovers-news%2Fvideo-highlights-and-analysis-cheltenham-town-0-doncaster-rovers-1-1-8080767.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8080765.1471789106!/image/image.jpg | en | null | VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS AND ANALYSIS: Cheltenham Town 0 Doncaster Rovers 1 | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Two undesirable records were ended in one swift motion as Rovers deservedly picked up their second win of the season.
Victory at Cheltenham Town saw Rovers secure back-to-back wins for the first time in eight months, the same sorry length of time since their last away triumph.
Add to that earning consecutive clean sheets for the first time since last November and ending an 11-month unbeaten home record in the league for Cheltenham.
The stats make pleasant reading for an evolving Rovers side beginning to show more than mere glimpses of what they are capable of offering.
Dominant for much of the first half without truly threatening Robins keeper Russell Griffiths, they finally broke the deadlock eight minutes into the second half when John Marquis swept home after being played into space by James Coppinger.
It was a goal both men deserved to play a part in after respective excellent performances which saw them be constant nuisances to the hosts with a mixture of relentless running and smart passing.
James Coppinger
TWO PLEASING FACETS OF TEAM
While the victory and clean sheet are the headline achievements of Rovers’ trip to Gloucestershire, the overall performance was the most pleasing, particularly heading into the meat of a long season.
In the two halves at Whaddon Road, Rovers showed two sides of what they are capable of and both will prove incredibly valuable as they search for promotion.
From the first whistle they pressed with superb intensity from front to back. It forced numerous errors from the Cheltenham defence and helped Rovers start attacks high up the pitch.
The midfield four moved possession quickly and got the ball into the feet of the strikers, helping find space as the hosts were increasingly pushed back.
When it seemed as though Rovers would again fail to convert dominance into goals, Marquis struck.
And going ahead brought out another pleasing side of Rovers.
Cheltenham inevitably came forward but met a black brick wall.
Rovers showed real doggedness and grit against a physically robust outfit.
The make-up of the defence may still be taking shape, but you would not have known it.
Excellent organisation and a real desire to put bodies on the line made for encouraging viewing.
This aspect of the game will be as important as Rovers’ attacking chops as they hunt for a route back to League One.
COPPS TURNS BACK THE CLOCK
There had been concerns over the first few games that time was catching up with James Coppinger.
But the Rovers legend was magnificent and key to so much of the attacking play.
Starting from the tip of a midfield diamond, Coppinger launched forward quickly to support the front two and his incisive passing kept the pressure on.
Perhaps the biggest positive was the continued development of his relationship with Tommy Rowe as the pair continually exchanged position as well as passes to maintain an impressive tempo to Rovers’ play.
QUESTIONS OVER THE KEEPERS
After picking up a clean sheet against Cambridge United in midweek, Marko Marosi retained his place in goal ahead of Ross Etheridge.
And he repeated the feat at Whaddon Road, largely down to a superb save from Billy Waters in the first half.
While there was few faults to be found in Marosi’s ability to keep the ball out of the net, his performance was not without flaws.
The Slovakian has yet to grasp the style of distribution demanded by Darren Ferguson – as the Rovers boss made all too clear with several rollickings from inside his technical area.
Ferguson wants to play out from the back and quickly, something Marosi has yet to master.
His attempts to pick the right pass saw him hesitate and even earn a booking for time-wasting.
Until he fully adapts his game to Ferguson’s wishes, he will not have cemented his claim on the starting shirt.
Click here for Liam Hoden’s player ratings from the win at Cheltenham | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/doncaster-rovers/rovers-news/video-highlights-and-analysis-cheltenham-town-0-doncaster-rovers-1-1-8080767 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/13555bebffd829d1b562b0ae20865f2c9ba57acb8509b665367acd7c787b0d3e.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:10:36 | null | 2016-08-25T11:00:00 | This stunning four bedroomed detached house, constructed in reclaimed brick, is particularly well located on a small cul-de-sac with similar high quality executive style houses set within the local conservation area. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fproperty-news%2Fstunning-barlborough-house-on-the-market-at-460-000-1-8078822.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8078818.1471613472!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Stunning Barlborough house on the market at £460,000 | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | This stunning four bedroomed detached house, constructed in reclaimed brick, is particularly well located on a small cul-de-sac with similar high quality executive style houses set within the local conservation area.
The beautifully presented accommodation offers cream uPVC double glazed sash windows throughout, a gas central heating system and comprises, on the ground floor: porch, hall, downstairs toilet, lounge, garden/family room, superbly equipped kitchen, and a separate dining room.
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On the first floor there is a galleried landing, master bedroom with superb shower room and walk-in dressing room.
There are a futher three bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities, and an excellent family bathroom.
Outside, the property is favourably located, with a long tegular style block paved driveway providing ample off-road parking for several vehicles, along with access to the integral garage.
The garden is attractively set out with a shaped lawn, pergola, patioed sitting out area with stone walling and fencing to the perimeter of the garden and box hedging.
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* The Red Brick House, 6 Speetley View, Barlborough - £460,000, contact Saxton Mee on 0114 268 3241.
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[] | 2016-08-28T18:46:23 | null | 2016-08-28T17:42:26 | Pop star and TV personality, Petre Andre, is set to visit the Meadowhall Shopping Centre on September 10 for a book signing. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fpeter-andre-to-visit-sheffield-for-book-signing-1-8093454.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093453.1472402527!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Peter Andre to visit Sheffield for book signing | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Pop star and TV personality, Petre Andre, is set to visit the Meadowhall Shopping Centre on September 10 for a book signing.
The event will take place in WHSmith on Saturday, September 10 from 11am, when the singing sensation will meet fans sign copies of his latest book, Behind Me.
A spokesman for WHSmith said: “This is a wristbanded event.
“Wristbands can be purchased in store prior to and during the event (limited spaces).
“Purchase price includes a place in the queue for Peter’s book signing plus one signed copy of ‘Between Us’.” | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/peter-andre-to-visit-sheffield-for-book-signing-1-8093454 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/a81656429120c9a77e40a25c870374fa9d8e3a77e130fc66c1ca2cc71706f2fa.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:48:30 | null | 2016-08-26T13:18:20 | It is one of Britain | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fgallery-the-full-monty-film-locations-then-and-now-1-8090872.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090864.1472214185!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GALLERY: The Full Monty film locations then and now | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | It is one of Britain's best loved comedies - and 19 years ago today, The Full Monty was given its world premiere in Sheffield.
The story of six men earning a living by stripping in the Steel City was a smash worldwide - and of course, the film was shot on location in Sheffield, with many recognisable buildings and places featuring in the finished cut.
Bacon Lane in Attercliffe - where the car in the canal scene was filmed.
To celebrate its release on August 26, way back in 1997, we've decided to take a look at what some of those places that feature in a series of iconic scenes look like today.
ON THIS DAY: The Full Monty premieres in Sheffield in 1997
From the hilarious car in the canal scene at Bacon Lane in Attercliffe, to the movie's climax strip scene at Shiregreen WMC, we've taken a tour of many of the Full Monty favourites.
So if you want to see the spots where Gerald's posh house was or where Dave (Mark Addy) throws Lomper (Steve Huison) back into his car as he attempts to commit suicide, read on and get the full monty on Sheffield's starring role.
The Jon Centre in West Street, scene of the classic "Hot Stuff" dance scene.
Steps between Idsworth Road and Horndean Road.
The club in Idsworth Road is actually a discount furniture warehouse.
The jogging scene was shot at Parkwood Springs.
Gerald's house in Whirlow Park Road. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/gallery-the-full-monty-film-locations-then-and-now-1-8090872 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/8917b392f0a30c695945f15ce31a1f37656ac251979e6c18e333b63e1c113c88.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T14:46:49 | null | 2016-08-23T10:54:35 | Yorkshire moved to within five points of County Championship leaders Middlesex after wrapping up a resounding 305-run victory over Nottinghamshire at Scarborough. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fcricket%2Fyorkshire-v-nottinghamshire-day-four-tim-bresnan-s-career-best-return-in-white-rose-victory-1-8083613.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090940.1472219728!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Yorkshire v Nottinghamshire (day four): Tim Bresnan’s career-best return in White Rose victory | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Yorkshire moved to within five points of County Championship leaders Middlesex after wrapping up a resounding 305-run victory over Nottinghamshire at Scarborough.
Knowing a victory was needed to keep pace at the top of the table in what was their game in hand on their main title rivals, the White Rose county backed up Gary Ballance’s decision not to follow-on on Wednesday by securing the win early in the afternoon session.
Tim Bresnan celebrates the wicket of Nottinghamshire's Jake Libby at Scarborough on day three. Picture: Dave Williams
They needed just 34.3 overs to claim the final seven wickets as the visitors were bowled out for 146 chasing 452 to win and leave their own hopes of survival in Division One hanging in the balance.
They remain rooted bottom to the bottom of the table with three matches to play while Yorkshire stay second and well in the hunt for a third successive Championship title.
Despite heavy rain for much of the evening on the east coast, play got under way on time thanks in no part to the decision to transport the club’s ‘Blotter’ from Headingley to North Marine Road in the early hours of the morning.
The machine spent two hours drying the outfield, and Tim Bresnan was soon reaping the rewards as he had Tom Moores (41) caught by Adam Lyth at second slip from just the fourth ball of the morning.
Having taken two wickets in an over on the previous day, Bresnan continued his fine form with the ball, with Samit Patel the next to succumb to the England all-rounder as he feathered an edge through to wicketkeeper Andrew Hodd.
Notts captain Chris Read fared little better as Bresnan picked up his fifth wicket, Jake Lehman the catcher at fourth slip, but Brendan Taylor and Brett Hutton were able to forge a partnership to see Notts through to lunch.
The pair added 47 for the seventh wicket, but just three balls after the interval they were parted as Ryan Sidebottom found Hutton’s outside edge and Hodd took the simplest of catches.
That sparked a lower order collapse, as Brendan Taylor (38) pushed a wide ball from Jack Brooks to Alex Lees at cover and Luke Fletcher was bowled from the very next ball to leave Notts on the brink of defeat.
Imran Tahir was able to survive the hat-trick delivery, but he faced just three more deliveries before fending Brooks off to Lees at short-leg as the final four wickets fell in just three-and-a-half overs after lunch.
Bresnan finished with career best figures of 5-36 and his best in any first-class match across the two innings of eight for 51. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/cricket/yorkshire-v-nottinghamshire-day-four-tim-bresnan-s-career-best-return-in-white-rose-victory-1-8083613 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/59fcb189dee6c695403c9c61c918e1611d0fbc35951e995fe4f20f28bc7eb130.json |
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Starting on Wednesday September 7, Ladies Day will take place on Thursday 8th, Gentlemans Day and the iconic Doncaster Cup on Friday 9th and St Leger Day on Saturday 10th .
St Leger poster
Gates open at 11am, so there is plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere before the packed race cards commence and horses tackle the legendary St Leger turf.
There will also be live music on the Hallam FM Champagne Lawn* and delicious food can be enjoyed at the Racecourse’s own restaurant, The Old Weighing Room. Booking is essential.
We have teamed up with the Doncaster Racecourse to offer four pairs of County Enclosure tickets. A pair of tickets for each day of the St Leger Festival, winners will be chosen at random.
To find out more about the St Leger Festival or to book tickets visit Doncaster Racecourse or call 01302 304200. Exc. Weds
Terms & Conditions:
* 4 winners will be selected at random to win the prize as offered above.
* No cash alternative and the prize is nontransferrable * Entrants must be aged 18 or over.
* Dress code applies - see Doncaster Racecourse
* Winners must present proof of ID in order to claim their prize.
* Guests at Doncaster Racecourse are advised to note that the Champagne Lawn is a Challenge 21 area and only guests aged 18 and over are allowed onto the Champagne lawns.
To be in with a chance to win a pair of tickets, answer the following question and email: barbara.craythorn@jpress.co.uk Please type St Leger Competition in the subject line,
QUESTION: NAME THE HORSE THAT WON THE ST LEGER STAKES IN 2015?
Closing date for entries is Noon, Tuesday, September 6, 2016.
Usual Johnston Press Terms & Conditions apply. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/what-s-on/things-to-do/chance-to-win-tickets-to-the-st-leger-festival-1-8096465 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/8a6da7983b82c27914d62ee13ac3ae50ec81afd55e70fc57d68a5851472d2b3b.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T14:46:46 | null | 2016-08-30T15:10:50 | The rail operator responsible for many South Yorkshire services continues to improve passengers | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fthought-for-food-virgin-trains-launches-first-class-menu-for-all-1-8096136.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8096135.1472566350!/image/image.jpg | en | null | THOUGHT FOR FOOD: Virgin Trains launches first class menu for all | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | The rail operator responsible for many South Yorkshire services continues to improve passengers' on-board experience.
The exciting upgrade, adding sparkle to food bar and standard class menu, promises to be rail deal.
Improvements trains-form dining and shopping experience for customers on East Coast regional route.
Food bar packed with new products is part of the rail operator’s £140m investment in trains, stations and commuters' travel experience.
To date this has included revamped First Class lounges, First Class menu created by James Martin, refurbished train interiors and launch of Beam ground-breaking onboard entertainment portal that streams content direct to customers’ devices.
The revamped Standard Class menu features delicious hot and cold meals and drinks that tap into popular food trends, such as locally sourced products, indulgent treats, healthy snacks and contemporary juices.
The new menu also embraces dishes and treats from James Martin’s menu for Virgin Trains previously offered exclusively to First Class customers.
Standard Class customers can now choose from James Martin’s scrumptious sausage rolls, as well as the chef’s Scottish rolled oats porridge, freshly baked pastries and hot bacon rolls made using locally sourced Beechwood bacon.
James Martin, Virgin Trains’ Executive Chef on the east coast, said “My passion for good quality locally sourced food combined with Virgin Trains’ commitment to improving the customer travel experience, have proved a perfect partnership. I’m excited to bring a selection of my hot meals and snacks to Standard Class customers following the successful launch of my First Class menu earlier this year.”
Also on offer are posh pudding, Naughty but Rice, gluten-free snack, Propercorn, Savse raw fruit and vegetable smoothies and juices, and Taking the Pea, home-grown green marrowfat peas roasted for crunch and seasoned with vegetarian-friendly ingredients.
Producers from Virgin Trains’ east coast route featured on the menu include Newcastle-based Canny Milks, a range of quality milkshakes infused with natural ingredients such as Belgian chocolate, strawberry and banana purees, and vanilla pods.
Ali Watson, Customer Experience Director at Virgin Trains on the east coast said: “We’re always striving to give our customers that added extra to make their journey with us even more enjoyable.
"Our new Standard Class menu and refreshed food bar offer feature an amazing choice of great quality food and drink options which we hope will take customer experience on our east coast route to the next level.
"This latest launch is part of our ongoing commitment to deliver the best possible travel experience for our customers whilst continuing to support local businesses from along our route.”
New products are available in the on-board food bar and on the Standard Class menu now. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/thought-for-food-virgin-trains-launches-first-class-menu-for-all-1-8096136 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/a8a5fd6a2d74ed4e0af9aa09f7e5d90ac4b8b27c9f7a082f0739461b62fc9335.json |
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[] | 2016-08-26T13:03:31 | null | 2016-08-25T18:39:40 | Doncaster Knights have signed former Australian international Beau Robinson on a one-year deal. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Flocal-sport%2Fdoncaster-knights-australia-international-beau-robinson-arrives-1-8089611.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8089610.1472146763!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Knights: Australia international Beau Robinson arrives | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Doncaster Knights have signed former Australian international Beau Robinson on a one-year deal.
And director of rugby Clive Griffiths admits he jumped at the chance to bring the former Super XV winning back row to the club.
“It’s rare that a player of Beau’s quality comes available and I’m delighted to welcome him to Castle Park,” Griffiths said. “Our recent injuries and highlighted the need to reinforce our back row unit and Beau will provide a much-needed, quality presence in the Knights squad.”
Robinson has most recently been with Premiership side Harlequins and will bring cover for the Knights at open side following the hamstring injury to Michael Hills.
The former Wallaby is looking to help the Knights reach the top four again this season and hopefully go one better in the play-offs.
He said: “I’m pretty excited to get started, it’s a great opportunity for me especially as the Knights had such a great year last year.
“I feel as though I’ve got a fair bit of experience that I can bring to the team on numerous levels and I’ll try to be a leader on and off the field.
“We really want be in the top four again this year and give it another good crack in the play-offs this although we know it will be hard given the strength of the competition.
“I’ve been training pretty hard and really want to hit the ground running and hopefully I’ll be able to have a bit of gallop on Saturday to blow off some of the cobwebs.”
The Knights face Darlington Old Morden in their final friendly of pre-season on Saturday with Robinson set for a run out.
The 30-year-old won the Super XV title in 2011 with Queensland Reds and was capped by Australia against Samoa.
He also started a match against the British and Irish Lions during the 2013 tour. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/local-sport/doncaster-knights-australia-international-beau-robinson-arrives-1-8089611 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/2e302808bb8236a9e3dbc8ab9519302754ce7a714b93800adef055a5167fbd10.json |
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The Donny-By-The-Sea event runs until Sunday 4 September, bringing funfair rides, beach huts, a sand pit, deck chairs, Punch and Judy, facepainting, a clown and other seaside attractions to St Sepulchre Gate.
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery is another great family friendly place to visit during the holidays.
Until 24 September visitors can see an exhibition based on a project to showcase Twentieth Century Gypsy and Traveller Cultural Heritage in Doncaster. It presents oral histories, images and artifacts collected from local Gypsy and Traveller communities.
The “Hidden History” exhibition is run by Doncaster CVS and funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).
A second, larger exhibition with the working title ‘Suitcase Under The Bed’, building on the idea that most Gypsy and Traveller people have a suitcase of memories, will open on Sunday 16 October at The Point.
Violet Cannon, from Doncaster CVS, is leading the project alongside her colleague, Paula Nicholson.
She said: “The Proud Gypsy Traveller project aims to open up the cultures and put them under the spotlight. And the most refreshing difference with this exhibition is that the spotlight is being directed by the communities themselves. They are the ones who have decided what elements of their lives are part of the cultures and what they want the world to know.”
Rachel Horne, curator of the project said: “Anyone visiting the exhibition is in for a real treat because they will have the rare opportunity to see images, hear voices and listen to stories that have never been shown or told outside Gypsy and Traveller communities.”
Visitors can also see the museum’s ‘Going of Gold’ exhibition which celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Doncaster Cup horse race, the oldest continuing regulated horse race in the world.
Through loans from Doncaster Archives and Doncaster Library Service the exhibition takes the visitor back in time to the early years of racing in Doncaster, and tells the story of how the race came into existence.
With assistance from English Heritage (Brodsworth Hall), and the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket the exhibition brings together some of the beautiful trophies that have been awarded to the winning owners over the years, while also celebrating some of the famous horses that have left their mark on the race.
The exhibition, which runs between August 28 and November 6, will include J.F Herring’s iconic image of the finish of the 1827 Gold Cup, which was one of the most celebrated races in the Doncaster Cup’s long history.
Cabinet member for Culture, Councillor Bill Mordue, said: “Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery has lots to offer visitors of all ages including two fantastic new exhibitions looking at different aspects of our town’s history.”
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] | 2016-08-26T13:00:23 | null | 2016-08-25T10:38:33 | Today’s rumours from the world of football on Thursday, 25th August 2016 | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fmartial-warned-over-girlfriend-row-united-chase-olympic-ace-chaplow-s-usa-homophobia-slur-drinkwater-deal-1-8087648.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8087647.1472117897!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Martial warned over girlfriend row, United chase Olympic ace, Chaplow’s USA homophobia slur, Drinkwater deal | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Today’s rumours from the world of football on Thursday, 25th August 2016
Boss Jose Mourinho has warned Anthony Martial he must raise his game after lacklustre start The United chief fears that his chaotic personal life is starting to affect his performances on the field. Martial, 20, recently split from childhood sweetheart Samantha and has been subjected to a series of public attacks from his ex-girlfriend. (The Sun).
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Olympic Gold medal winner Gabriel Barbosa is on Man Utd’s radar but they’ll have to hurry up if he decides to leave Brazil. United’s Brazilian wonder kid target Gabriel Barbosa has been told it is up to him whether he leaves Santos or not. Old Trafford boss Jose Mourinho is said to be interested, however, the South American club’s president has revealed that, despite the Reds being linked with the 19-year-old striker, there have only been concrete bids from Italy. (Manchester Evening News).
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Mark Hughes is ready to offer Liverpool outcast Mamadou Sakho an escape route with a loan move to Stoke City. Hughes has made an inquiry for the French centre-half and is hopeful of concluding a deal before the transfer deadline. Sakho is free to leave Liverpool on a temporary basis after falling out of favour with manager Jurgen Klopp and Stoke have asked about his availability. (Daily Telegraph).
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Former Premier League player Richard Chaplow has been suspended for two matches for verbally abusing openly gay opponent Robbie Rogers. Rogers, 29, said he was subjected to a repeated “gay slur” during a match between his LA Galaxy II team and Chaplow’s Orange County Blues.
Click HERE to read the full story
Leicester midfielder Danny Drinkwater has signed a new five-year contract with the Premier League champions. The 26-year-old England international was instrumental as the Foxes won the title by 10 points last season. His previous deal was due to expire in 2018, and there had been speculation of a move to Tottenham. (BBC Sport).
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West Ham are aiming to push through a deal to sign striker Loic Remy on a season-long loan from Chelsea, according to Sky sources.
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Pinfold House’ offers proportioned living accommodation comprising open plan reception hall and dual aspect lounge with rustic brick fireplace and French doors to the rear overlooking the garden.
There is a spacious dining room and a superbly proportioned living kitchen overlooking the rear garden and paddocks.
There are integrated appliances including a Bosch’ dishwasher, fridge and Rangemaster electric cooker. The ground floor also has a utility with plumbing for an automatic washing machine, and a cloakroom.
On the first floor there are four double bedrooms including a master with dressing area and en-suite shower room, and a guest room with a dressing room currently used as a study.
The property enjoys twin entrances leading to an area suitable for parking for several vehicles. Viewing is highly recommended.
* Pinfold House, Brackenhill Road, East Lound - £355,000, contact Hunters on 01302 710773.
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] | 2016-08-31T12:47:00 | null | 2016-08-31T12:30:02 | Motorists involved in two crashes on a South Yorkshire motorway survived, South Yorkshire Police revealed today. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fmotorists-in-south-yorkshire-motorway-crashes-survive-1-8097838.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8097837.1472643094!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Motorists in South Yorkshire motorway crashes survive | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Motorists involved in two crashes on a South Yorkshire motorway survived, South Yorkshire Police revealed today.
Two crashes within 25 minutes of each other caused chaos on the A1(M) yesterday.
The first, at 10am, happened on the northbound stretch, between junctions 35 and 36, between the junctions for the M18 and Warmsworth.
Three vehicles - a white Audi A3, blue Citroen Berlingo van and a white DAF truck were involved.
The motorway was closed in both directions while an air ambulance landed.
A South Yorkshire Police spokeswoman said: "No life-threatening injuries were suffered."
At 10.25am a second collision occurred between junctions 36 and 37 of the northbound carriageway of the A1, just before the junction for Sprotbrough .
A Red Kawasaki motorbike and a white HGV involved were involved.
The police spokeswoman added: "Minor injuries were sustained." | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/motorists-in-south-yorkshire-motorway-crashes-survive-1-8097838 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ed7ce56004d1b07de1cd006abcf58186d02f9217c324f99acd0a053ab51cd440.json |
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] | 2016-08-29T10:47:44 | null | 2016-08-29T06:35:17 | Three is the magic number for Doncaster Rovers. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdoncaster-rovers%2Frovers-news%2Fvideo-doncaster-rovers-4-yeovil-town-1-highlights-and-analysis-as-andy-williams-hits-three-1-8093219.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093218.1472465035!/image/image.jpg | en | null | VIDEO: Doncaster Rovers 4 Yeovil Town 1 - Highlights and analysis as Andy Williams hits three | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Three is the magic number for Doncaster Rovers.
They made it three successive wins with their triumph over Yeovil Town, a result which took them into the top three of League Two.
And it came with three goals from Andy Williams.
The striker volleyed in from a tight angle after just 34 seconds to get Rovers off to a superb start.
While the physically robust Yeovil side had the better of the first half, they struggled to truly test Marko Marosi.
And Rovers doubled their lead nine minutes into the second half when Tommy Rowe picked out James Coppinger who struck a superb volley from 15 yards into the bottom corner.
Star man: James Coppinger
Yeovil hit back almost immediately when a loss of concentration saw Matty Blair head back towards his own goal where Ryan Hedges lurked before intercepting and firing low under Marosi.
Holding on to the winning margin became easier for Rovers 14 minutes from time when Yeovil centre half Bevis Mugabi was sent off for a second bookable offence after dragging back Williams as he broke clear.
And Williams certainly had the last laugh.
Coppinger waltzed through the Yeovil defence on 82 minutes and cut a pass back to Williams who slotted home from the middle of the box.
And in added time, the striker darted into space to head home Rowe’s cross
THAT FEELING? IT’S MOMENTUM
It seems a long time since Rovers had any momentum of which to speak, particularly any where there was a genuine chance of success coming at the end of it.
While it is far too early to be discussing automatic promotion from League Two, three successive wins have raised hopes and positivity Rovers are on the right track.
And the manner of the latest win backs that up.
Rovers scored four for the first time since February 2015 - which was also the last time they won three games on the spin. And they did that without playing particularly well or being deserving of such a wide margin.
After taking an early lead, they became sloppy and struggled to keep possession for any length of time - something they showed themselves capable of at Cheltenham Town the previous week. It allowed Yeovil to come back into the game and control the first half.
Importantly, and for the first time this season, they took their chances when they came, starting with a goal with less than a minute on the clock.
And while they faced periods of real pressure, they showed excellent defensive resilience once more and restricted Yeovil to only a couple of real chances.
STRIKER WITH A SMILE
There are times when it seems that everything Williams touches turns to goals.
And then there are times which bring only frustration to Williams and supporters, as his obvious qualities in front of goal evade him.
The striker struggles to hide his frustration when things are not going his way. He is a very serious character, self-critical yet quick to defend himself against any criticism from others.
So it is refreshing to see him with a smile on his face and playing in that mould.
How could he not be after netting his first ever hat-trick in senior football.
He had no time for frustration to take over his afternoon as he volleyed home with seconds on the clock.
It was a brilliant finish made even better because of how instinctive it was. Williams can be accused of over-playing and over-thinking. As the ball fell to him, he just lashed it into far corner.
And his two other goals came from a man with freshly-boosted confidence as he peeled away into space and finished with composure and conviction.
The hope now is that Williams will go on a run that will keep Rovers in the top three.
READ MORE How we rated Rovers players in Yeovil win | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/doncaster-rovers/rovers-news/video-doncaster-rovers-4-yeovil-town-1-highlights-and-analysis-as-andy-williams-hits-three-1-8093219 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/3fd62fea9a0626d8a240c2f7078f345cc5dbd6435793b589b883e82451a5d3d4.json |
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] | 2016-08-28T08:46:18 | null | 2016-08-28T09:31:17 | A total of six people have been injured in a two vehicle collision that occurred on a busy Doncaster road. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fsix-injured-in-two-vehicle-smash-on-doncaster-road-1-8092930.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092929.1472373155!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Six injured in two-vehicle smash on Doncaster road | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A total of six people have been injured in a two vehicle collision that occurred on a busy Doncaster road.
The crash which took place in Great North Road, Woodlands just after 6pm last night involed a Citreon C3 and a Ford Focus.
A South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue spokesman said: "There were six known casualties, two from one car - the Citreon C3.
"We had to remove the roof of the car to free them.
"They were taken to hospital. Their injuries are not thought to be life threatening."
The fire service arrived on the scene at around 6.05pm and left at 7.10pm.
The incident was then left with South Yorkshire Police.
More to follow. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/six-injured-in-two-vehicle-smash-on-doncaster-road-1-8092930 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/a5db15f6f961ff6133865806fbe38c30c9037a5670a3dc9a70ff7ad989a1d986.json |
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] | 2016-08-28T10:46:20 | null | 2016-08-28T09:45:13 | Police have traced a JCB digger that was stolen in Goole and later abandoned in a Doncaster field, half a mile from the nearest road. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fstolen-jcb-digger-discovered-in-doncaster-field-1-8092940.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092938.1472374071!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Stolen JCB digger discovered in Doncaster field | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Police have traced a JCB digger that was stolen in Goole and later abandoned in a Doncaster field, half a mile from the nearest road.
The digger was discovered at the Old Peat Works off Idle Bank, Hatfield Chase at around 7pm last night.
The digger was discovered at theOld Peat Works off Idle Bank, Hatfield Chase at around 7pm last night.Picture: South Yorkshire Police
Speaking on Twitter, a spokesman for South Yorkshire Police said: "#Stolen in @HumberbeatRoads #Goole recovered #Hatfield thanks to @CanTrackGlobal Found abandoned; no arrests yet!"
They added officers were having problems recovering the vehicle due to the fuses being removed from the vehicle. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/stolen-jcb-digger-discovered-in-doncaster-field-1-8092940 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/7f09f3bcdd51b3f59a5b84c6c05e6f0fc9aba29b2368a7efca254e4fbe1dd241.json |
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] | 2016-08-31T14:47:00 | null | 2016-08-31T15:14:53 | A Doncaster coffee house has realised the dream of its former owner and dad of four after his tragic death at the age of just 34. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fdoncaster-coffee-house-realises-expansion-dream-after-owner-s-tragic-death-at-34-1-8098338.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8098334.1472653111!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster coffee house realises expansion dream after owner's tragic death at 34 | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A Doncaster coffee house has realised the dream of its former owner and dad of four after his tragic death at the age of just 34.
James Ball, owner of Edenthorpe's Jimmy Piggs Coffee House, died unexpectedly earlier this year, halfway through a plan to extend the popular cafe.
Laura Ball, Lydia Ball, Beks Sutcliffe, Ollie McGuire and April Taylor, pictured outside the newly extended Jimmy Piggs Coffee House
Now his family and friends have completed the expansion plan as a legacy to James - and marked the opening with a tea party.
James' widow Lydia said: "The whole place has his personality all around it and I really hope that I have done him proud. His legacy will continue far beyond his life of which not many people can boast."
The pair set up the cafe near to the village's Tesco supermarket two and a half years ago - and the coffee house rapidly became a success.
Added Lydia, 32: "It was my husband's dream and ambition to own a coffee shop that not only served incredible quality coffee and homemade cakes but that would actually make a difference to those who came through the doors.
Abi Ball, pictured serving customers with their food during the Mad Hatters Tea Party at Jimmy Piggs, Edenthorpe.
"We are passionate about our customers and make time to get to know them and genuinely care about them and James devoted hours to spending time with customers always being a welcoming and vibrant character and a consistently friendly face.
"For this reason, the customer base grew and grew and it wasn't long until we were at full capacity on a regular basis."
James secured the letting of a unit next door earlier this year in order to extend the cafe he had already created and to include some much needed extras - such as a customer toilet.
But father of four James died aged just 34 in May - half way into the extension project.
Added Lydia: "As easy as it would have been to not continue with the project, I couldn't do that.
"I had to realise his dream that is now also my dream and for our daughters' future. So with the help of so many people that are just to numerous to name and to whom I am eternally grateful, we have managed to complete our expansion."
The couple, who married when Lydia was just 17, have four daughters - Abi 14, Alice 13, Evelyn, nine, and Eliza, five.
She added: "He was my childhood sweetheart who I married at just 17 and we had just celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary in March."
The shop marked its opening with a Mad Hatter's tea party which sold out almost instantly.
She added: "We are celebrating both the opening of our extension of Jimmy Piggs and also the life of the man who created it." | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/doncaster-coffee-house-realises-expansion-dream-after-owner-s-tragic-death-at-34-1-8098338 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/e7a045e089cf43ac360e83397e4bd64f875a9308c81d7c83a5c31f987d2edc7e.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:56:42 | null | 2016-08-26T11:50:59 | A man who went berserk and attacked an innocent Balby shopper with a machete has been jailed for ten years. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fcrime%2Fdrug-binge-machete-man-jailed-after-appalling-attack-in-south-yorkshire-shop-1-8090605.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090604.1472208641!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Drug binge machete man jailed after appalling attack in South Yorkshire shop | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A man who went berserk and attacked an innocent Balby shopper with a machete has been jailed for ten years.
Thomas Hotterwell went on a three-day drink and drugs binge before ‘losing it’ after being banned from Sainsbury’s Local in Hall Flat Lane.
He threw two bottles of lager at customer Daniel Duggan before later confronting him in his car outside.
In front of horrified onlookers, Hotterwell slashed Mr Duggan’s wrist before he sought sanctuary in a nearby shop.
The victim suffered a ‘spaghetti’ left wrist with all the tendons and nerves severed and he now has little feeling in that hand.
Hotterwell, aged 24, vacated his chair in Doncaster Prison as he was jailed by a judge over a Sheffield Crown Court videolink.
A prison officer emerged to say: “He has thrown his toys out of the cot and has done some damage to my office.”
Hotterwell, formerly of Springwell Lane, Balby has an appalling record for violence.
He was given six months detention in 2009 for threatening a paramedic with a knife and was jailed for 16 months in 2013 when again he was high on drink and drugs and threatened workmen with a piece of wood outside a house at High Street, Balby.
He received a further eight-month jail term last year for another assault.
Carl Fitch, prosecuting, said Hotterwell had been banned from the Sainsbury’s Local but returned later the same day.
Mr Duggan had just popped in to buy some cigarettes and Hotterwell was behind him in the queue.
When Hotterwell was refused service by staff words were exchanged and he launched an attack on Mr Duggan.
His victim escaped the bottles but Hotterwell later returned with a machete and Mr Duggan was trying to fend off the assault when he was slashed.
Left-handed Mr Duggan, a former body builder and boxer who needs painkillers to sleep, has had surgery but is unlikely to get back the full use of his hand.
Hotterwell, of no fixed address, admitted assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, possessing an offensive weapon, affray and criminal damage on March 27.
Brigid Baillie, defending, said he had adult ADHD and learning difficulties as well as a “very low” IQ.
It was his “frustration and impulsivity” which led to his violent behaviour although he had been able to hold down a job as a railway worker.
Psychologists had assessed him as being at ‘moderate’ risk of acting violently.
The attack on Mr Duggan happened after he lost his accomodation and went to stay with his mother. She told him she had cancer and he went on a binge.
“It was three days of drink and drugs,” said Miss Baillie.
The judge Recorder Paul Isaacs said Mr Duggan had the ‘misfortune’ to be in the same queue as Hotterwell.
He told the defendant: “Whatever he said will have been innocuous but it was sufficient for you effectively to lose control.”
The judge went on: “When you use a machete in the way you did one can only intend to cause really serious harm. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/crime/drug-binge-machete-man-jailed-after-appalling-attack-in-south-yorkshire-shop-1-8090605 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/f247dba99b59f2226025379030a252262ad93692b629e40490de8e002ad2d94b.json |
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] | 2016-08-27T08:47:33 | null | 2016-08-27T09:30:00 | A tan is synonymous with summer and that irresistible sun-kissed glow - in all its variations, from celebrity mahogany to subtle golden honey - can work just as well in decor. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fproperty-news%2Fturn-your-home-sunny-side-up-with-tan-talising-decor-1-8090149.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090148.1472200247!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Turn your home sunny side up with tan-talising decor | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A tan is synonymous with summer and that irresistible sun-kissed glow - in all its variations, from celebrity mahogany to subtle golden honey - can work just as well in decor.
If you’re a sun-worshipper who likes to bake, soft brown tones and furniture in natural materials which celebrate those shades - wood and leather - will probably appeal. Dipping into a burnished colour palette and adding a few well-chosen pieces will beautify rooms, and can accent their best features in much the same way as bronzers highlight facial features.
Beach babes could match their more subtle look in their spaces, with sand and bleached blonde hues, conjuring a gorgeous, golden glow. Meanwhile, those who shun the sun completely could simply opt for ‘pale and interesting’, with on-trend nearly nude, blush tones.
Whichever tan factor you go for, these looks will turn your home sunny side up...
Summertime, and the glowing is easy - if you embrace brown hues, from mahogany to chocolate, to beautify your abode.
“A wonderful way to inject that summer feel into your home is to opt for warm, tan-toned furniture. When searching for the right colour, keep in mind the holiday tan spectrum, ranging from a golden glow to a dark, rich mahogany,” advises Rebecca Snowden, interior style advisor at Furniture Choice.
“Natural materials have beautiful mellow richness, which brings tone and character to rooms. Caramel and butterscotch shades are featuring strongly in trends for autumn and will help inject warmth into a home in the colder months too. Set pieces against a neutral backdrop, particularly white, to allow them to shine in the same way that an all-white outfit will always show off an enviable tan.”
GET THE GLOW: Leather looks luxurious, but can be an expensive choice. Made.com’s range offers design-standard furniture at discounted prices, and their Seattle 2 Seater Sofa, £749, and matching Seattle Armchair, £549, available in an outback tan leather, are a snip.
Give walls a bronzed shimmer with brown Mix Mosaic Tiles, around £18.95 a sheet, from Walls And Floors. Soft and lustrous copper is the metal of the minute and will add a gleam to blonde wood and shades of grey. Show off metal magic with a Cobre Stool in Copper, £179, Swoon Editions. A Viva (1090 d) stripe rug, from £34, The Rug Seller, echoes the grades of an enviable tan, from brown and beige to ivory. Habitat’s Elzora Chalk White Serving Bowl, £25, has a white salt glaze, which sets off the natural brown of the pottery.
COOL COLOUR: Evoke memories of sun-bathing sessions with a Life Is A Beach Deckchair, £110, In-Spaces.
Your skin may not go golden on demand, but your home will be right on hue if you tan up with sand and bleached-blonde shades.
“We lead busy lives, so we need our homes to be relaxing havens where we can escape from the stresses of the outside world, and there’s nothing more soothing than golden tones, reminiscent of sun-baked tropical climes,” says David Roebuck, managing director at Direct Blinds.
“These will work particularly well in light-starved rooms, but if you want to add more punch to larger, airy spaces, opt for sunset shades, such as amber, flax or burnt orange. This palette is ideal for those wanting to create their own paradise decor inspired by nature.”
GET THE GLOW: Wallpaper designer Debbie McKeegan’s renowned for her stunning designs, and her Coir Wallpaper, from £120 a roll, is in the perfect shoreside shade. Take colour to the walls with a Colours Premium Golden Turmeric One Coat Matt Emulsion, £19.84 for 2.5L, B&Q. Pick up on the palette with accessories such as a Wading Bird Cushion, £42.95, Clare Loves. Perk up a sofa with a Mustard Yellow Herringbone Throw, £58, The British Blanket Company.
COOL COLOUR: An Actuelle Beach Rug, £264, Modern Rugs, looks exactly like a stretch of shell-strewn beach.
Pale can be interesting and is a subtle alternative to sun-baked mahogany hues, so bare all with nude and blush pink tones, which will add a twist to neutrals.
“Glamour and pallor are definitely proving an winning combination, as increasingly we shelter from the sun’s damaging rays. So as temperatures rise, go nude in your home and introduce buff, caramel, pale baby pinks, and even beige shades into your decor,” says Sarah Quilliam, head of product design for specialist blinds and shutter company, Hillarys.
“Often wrongly viewed as boring, beige is infinite in its subtlety, and the shade you choose can alter the entire mood of a room. It can look great as an accent colour - a warm, dark buff works wonderfully with light, pale blues, while layering nude hues creates a soft, calming look, especially if teamed with sensual textures such as cashmere and silks.”
GET THE GLOW: Paint walls in soft Pink Sand from the Colours Durable range at B&Q; £17.63 for 2.5L Matt Emulsion. JAB Anstoetz is renowned for its desirable fabric collections, and its Chivasso range, from £41.33 per metre, would suit this look. Pink and white team well, and an Etano Home Modu M Pendant Light Pink, £106, from a A Splash Of Colour, could be the finishing touch for a scheme.
COOL COLOUR: Blush Pink Dougal Throw, £85, The French Bedroom Company.
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[] | 2016-08-29T12:48:20 | null | 2016-08-29T11:45:47 | Take a break from your shopping or meet a friend and enjoy a free cup of tea or coffee at one of Conisbrough’s friendliest cafes. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ffree-cuppa-in-friendly-conisbrough-cafe-1-8094222.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8094221.1472467527!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Free cuppa in friendly Conisbrough cafe | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Take a break from your shopping or meet a friend and enjoy a free cup of tea or coffee at one of Conisbrough’s friendliest cafes.
Owners of the Meet & Eat cafe in Church Street, Maria and Karen Turner, have teamed up with the South Yorkshire Times to offer customers their free tea or coffee worth £1.35 when they present the voucher that is in this week’s paper.
The offer is valid until Wednesday, August 31.
Fresh, home-made food is prepared to order on the premises. Ingredients are sourced locally and are used to effect in such treats as beef lasagne, chilli con carne, liver and onions, or roast of the day with a choice of beef, chicken, pork or turkey, fresh vegetables and Yorkshire pudding, all for £5.99.
Breakfasts are served daily and the Turners offer a free delivery service for Denaby and Conisbrough, on orders of £7 or more.
Maria said: “We urge people to visit us and try our fresh food. This is a good place to meet and eat.”
A friendly welcome is guaranteed when you make your visit, and it’s not often that people don’t return after sampling the delicious meals and drinks at the cafe.
Opening times are 8am to 3pm from Monday to Saturday.
To make an order for a delivery, or to make an enquiry, call 01709 861366. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/free-cuppa-in-friendly-conisbrough-cafe-1-8094222 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/8ceb52da925e95c351b652cfafa0979f589695cfb1ee29bc238ae19aece65e76.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T16:45:59 | null | 2016-08-26T17:43:13 | Officers have detained a group of 10 men, following reports of | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fpolice-detain-group-of-10-men-travelling-in-lorry-to-doncaster-warehouse-1-8091730.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8091729.1472229881!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police detain group of 10 men travelling in lorry to Doncaster warehouse | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Officers have detained a group of 10 men, following reports of 'suspicious activity' surrounding a lorry travelling to a Doncaster warehouse this morning.
The lorry is believed to have been travelling to a warehouse located in Rockingham Way, Redhouse.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "Police were called at 8.45am this morning to reports of suspicious activity surrounding a lorry at a premises in Rockingham Way, Redhouse.
"It is reported that a number of individuals were travelling inside the lorry.
"10 individuals have been detained by officers and currently remain in custody."
An eye-witness, who wishes to remain anonymous, said: "I saw a group of people who had tried to escape running off from the direction of the trailer in different directions to get away and then soon someone from the warehouse following them to try and catch up to them.
"Then shortly after the police had arrived and almost instantly caught around eight of them and then the search had carried on for around another 15 minutes with the police helicopter and dogs until they had caught the rest of the people who were running.
"Then afterwards during the investigation I saw the police recover the items of clothing and what looked to be like sleeping bags from inside the trailer of which they had to climb over pallets to get to." | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/police-detain-group-of-10-men-travelling-in-lorry-to-doncaster-warehouse-1-8091730 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/7d5c602f874ddb778d86bc97ecbb731b713905f720933ad603988635d1583ff0.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:08:54 | null | 2016-08-24T14:15:23 | Queen, Oasis, U2 and the Rolling Stones are among the acts set to rock out for a three day music festival next month. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2F20-tribute-bands-lined-up-for-three-day-big-fake-festival-1-8086189.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8086188.1472044601!/image/image.jpg | en | null | 20 tribute bands lined up for three-day Big Fake Festival | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Queen, Oasis, U2 and the Rolling Stones are among the acts set to rock out for a three day music festival next month.
The Big Fake Festival returns to Nottinghamshire's Thoresby Park next month and tribute acts to the bands listed above will be among the many acts taking part.
The three day music festival offers free camping for under £100 and is back for a third year running from 2-4 September.
2016 has seen the largest Fake Festivals tour to date, with 33 festivals taking place throughout the summer across the UK.
The end-of-season finale takes place inside the Fake Festivals Big Top, with free secure parking and camping for up to four nights, as well as 20 world-class tribute bands.
“We have had a phenomenal year on the tour, with nearly all the festival dates being sold out,” says Jez Lee, owner of Fake Festivals. “The wet weather at the start of the season didn’t seem to deter festival-goers, with crowds reaching maximum capacity in the marquee.”
“As a ‘thank you’ to those who have supported us on this year’s tour, if you enter a valid ticket code from a previous Fake Festival, we will discount your ticket to The Big Fake Festival by a massive 50%. This makes the three days even more affordable so everyone can join in the party.”
To buy your ticket, just go to ww.fakefestivals.co.uk and click on The Big Fake Festival and then book your ticket. If you can’t find your ticket, then don’t worry as Fake Festivals will be emailing everyone who purchased tickets through their website with their ticket codes as a reminder.
The line-up for the weekend is as follows:
Friday
Flash (Queen)
The Fillers (The Killers)
Antarctic Monkeys (Arctic Monkeys)
Coldplace (Coldplay)
The Total Stone Roses (Stone Roses)
Green Date (Green Day)
Aladdinsane (David Bowie)
Saturday
Jilted Generation (The Prodigy)
Oasish (Oasis)
Four Fighters (Foo Fighters)
Kazabian (Kasabian)
Blondied (Blondie)
The Really Hot Chili Peppers (Red Hot Chili Peppers)
Stereotonics (Stereophonics)
Sunday
The Stones (The Rolling Stones)
Bon Jovi Experience (Bon Jovi)
New2 (U2)
The Jam’d (The Jam)
Musest (Muse)
Kings of Lyon (Kings of Leon) | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/what-s-on/20-tribute-bands-lined-up-for-three-day-big-fake-festival-1-8086189 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/f354df09b67d23eff325ba089a21eead3830d8ea59a5644141dbf696e5e46f12.json |
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] | 2016-08-31T14:47:01 | null | 2016-08-31T14:26:52 | The death of Princess Diana in a Paris car crash in 1997 was a tragedy that send shockwaves around the world. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fon-this-day-1997-princess-diana-dies-here-s-some-of-the-175-conspiracy-theories-about-her-death-1-8098234.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8098233.1472650144!/image/image.jpg | en | null | ON THIS DAY: 1997: Princess Diana dies - here's some of the 175 conspiracy theories about her death | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | The death of Princess Diana in a Paris car crash in 1997 was a tragedy that send shockwaves around the world.
But it was also an incident - up there with the shooting of John F Kennedy, the death of Hitler and the moon landings - that has become the basis for countless conspiracy theories in the last 20 years.
While the official investigation ruled that the crash had been caused by Diana's chauffeur Henri Paul being under the influence of drink and prescription drugs, Mohammed Al Fayed, whose son and Diana's lover Dodi, was also killed in the crash, has maintained that the pair were murdered - and claimed there were nearly 200 conspiracies into the crash.
Here are just some of the conspiracy theories about Diana's death.
1. HENRI PAUL WAS A SECRET SERVICE AGENT
Theorists have alleged that the driver of the Mercedes, acting head of Ritz security Henri Paul, was in the pay of a national security service - either Britain, France or the United States. Al-Fayed claims that Henri Paul was working for MI6 and that they set him up. An inquiry found no evidence of a connection.
2. BLOOD SAMPLES WERE UNRELIABLE
Another allegation concerns the reliability of blood tests carried out, which indicated Paul had been drinking before he took the controls of the car. The French investigators' conclusion that Paul was drunk was made on the basis of an analysis of blood samples, which were said to contain an alcohol level that was three times the French legal limit. An expert cited in the report estimated that Paul had drunk the equivalent of ten small glasses of Ricard, his favourite liquorice-flavoured French aperitif, before driving. Theories persist that the blood samples were unreliable.
3. AN M16 COVER-UP
Richard Tomlinson, a former MI6 officer who was dismissed from the intelligence services and later served five months in prison for breaching the Official Secrets Act 1989, claimed in a sworn statement to the French inquiry in May 1999 that Britain's MI6 had been involved in the crash, He claimed that Paul was working for the security services and that one of Diana's bodyguards, either Trevor Rees-Jones or Kes Wingfield, was a contact for British intelligence.
Tomlinson alleged that MI6 was monitoring Diana before her death, had told Al-Fayed that Paul was an MI6 agent and that her death mirrored plans he saw in 1992 for the assassination of then President of Serbia Slobodan Milošević, using a strobe light to blind his chauffeur.
4. WAS DIANA PREGNANT?
One of the main motives which has been advanced for alleged murder includes suggestions Diana was pregnant with Dodi Fayed's child and the couple were about to get engaged. The alleged dislike of the idea of a non-Christian within the British Royal Family meant such a relationship between the mother of the future king and a prominent Egyptian Muslim would not be tolerated. In Al-Fayed's view, Prince Philip, the Prince of Wales, Diana's sister Lady Sarah McCorquodale and numerous others were all involved in a plot to kill the Princess and his son.
5. LACK OF CCTV
The absence of CCTV images showing the Mercedes' journey from the hotel to the crash site has been frequently cited as evidence of an organised conspiracy. In a submission to the Minister for Justice, Scotland for Public Inquiry in February 2003, Mohamed Al-Fayed stated that there were approximately 10 video cameras on the route taken by the Mercedes, including one on the entrance to the tunnel itself, yet there are no recordings from any of these cameras for the night in question. In December 2006, The Independent newspaper published an article stating there were more than 14 CCTV cameras in the Pont de l'Alma underpass, yet none have recorded footage of the fatal collision.
6. THE WHITE FIAT UNO
Analysis of the wreckage of the Mercedes revealed it had glancing contact with a white Fiat Uno car which left traces of paint on the Mercedes bodywork. Extensive attempts by the French police to find the vehicle involved were unsuccessful. Mohamed Al-Fayed alleged that the white Fiat Uno was being used by MI6 as a means of causing the Mercedes to swerve and thereby crash into the side of the tunnel. Al-Fayed further alleged that the Fiat Uno was owned by a French photojournalist named Jean-Paul James Andanson, a security services agent according to Fayed. Andanson's death in May 2000, Al-Fayed claimed, was either due to guilt over what he had done or because he was assassinated by the French or British security services to silence him. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/on-this-day-1997-princess-diana-dies-here-s-some-of-the-175-conspiracy-theories-about-her-death-1-8098234 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/4895e92c87e43cc87b05d850de36e0dd138cfe541089f1512157f9164b19a9ba.json |
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The Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (DBH) confirmed this morning that Mike Pinkerton would be stepping down from the role in order to 'spend more time' with his family.
He is set to continue in the role until the end of January next time.
He said: “It has been an extraordinary privilege leading the Trust for the past number of years and I want to thank each and every member of staff for their support throughout my time as Chief Executive.
"Although a very difficult decision, I have decided to step down so I can spend more time with my family.”
Prior to taking up the role with DBH Mr Pinkerton has held a number of NHS positions including at the Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, the National Cancer Peer Review and Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals.
Chairman at DBH, Chris Scholey, said: “I have particularly enjoyed working alongside Mike, his open style, knowledge and experience of the NHS, and I find his total commitment to patients and staff has been both refreshing and motivating.
“During the last year, Mike and his team have worked tirelessly to set the Trust on the road to financial recovery, whilst ensuring that the Trust’s quality measures are regularly in the top 20 per cent of the country.
“Mike is a talented manager and I am saddened but understand and respect his decision. The search for his replacement will start immediately while Mike will continue in his role until the end of January 2017.”
The a spokesman for the Trust said it will begin the recruitment process for a new Chief Executive in the coming weeks. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/chief-executive-of-doncaster-hospitals-trust-resigns-1-8095754 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/d1552f966bc0d14ccbb1b5d63c0b8badf32f118141e165b0f40ad6514742f984.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T16:47:55 | null | 2016-08-30T17:30:18 | It’s November 2011 at Headingley in Leeds, and the mood at Yorkshire CCC could hardly be flatter. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fcricket%2Fdanny-hall-jason-gillespie-to-return-to-australia-after-sealing-his-place-as-true-yorkshire-ccc-legend-1-8096547.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8096544.1472574586!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Danny Hall: Jason Gillespie to return to Australia after sealing his place as true Yorkshire CCC legend | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | It’s November 2011 at Headingley in Leeds, and the mood at Yorkshire CCC could hardly be flatter.
The club, shorn of an overseas player for much of the season with financial pressures hitting hard, had been relegated in the County Championship and, ten years after last winning the top title, were staring into the abyss of Division Two cricket.
Yorkshire’s young side, hailed as potential title winners, struggled to cope and dissent among the coaching ranks didn’t help, either. It’s easy sometimes to describe a club as at rock-bottom, but it’s hard to imagine them getting much closer.
Chairman Colin Graves went on the offensive, taking aim squarely at the players. “The performances have been a disgrace,” he raged. “Unacceptable. The players need to take a long, hard look at themselves.”
Something at Headingley had to change and, ultimately, it was the club’s coaches who paid the price. Four left; Craig White opted to pursue a career as an international umpire, the long-serving Steve Oldham, John Blain and Kevin Sharp, who did so much to help the career of Sheffield’s Joe Root, all reapplied for jobs and were turned down.
Enough was enough. And in walked Jason Gillespie.
Gillespie, then just 36 years old, was a left-field choice, his only main coaching experience from MidWest Rhinos, a domestic team in Zimbabwe. The former Australia bowler had also worked with Kings XI Punjab in the IPL and Australia A, but his appointment was Yorkshire’s Hail Mary.
And how it worked. Yorkshire bounced back to win promotion at the first attempt, without losing a game, and then finished second in Division One the year after; just behind champions Durham.
Then, in 2014, came the breakthrough. Adam Lyth scored a remarkable 1,489 runs, Jack Brooks took 68 wickets and Yorkshire, for the first time since 2001, were county champions.
The Gillespie-inspired turnaround was complete, but more was to come; the following season, Yorkshire retained their title in remarkable fashion. Shorn of their England players, Yorkshire finished top of the tree with a record points total, and the most wins ever (11) of any 16-game Championship season, ever.
Head Coach Jason Gillespie is to leave at the End of the season. He is pictured here hugging Director of Cricket at Yorkshire County Cricket Club Martyn Moxon, at the end of the press Conference. Picture by Simon Hulme
Forgive the history lesson if you will, but Gillespie’s remarkable story at Yorkshire is well worth repeating. It will come to an end this autumn, though, when Gillespie packs his coaching kit, leaves his Yorkshire sun-hat behind and returns Down Under with his family.
The decision, he admits, didn’t come easy.
“Very tough, because I love my job,” he admitted this week at an emotional press conference alongside his colleague and friend, Martyn Moxon.
“I’m standing down because of family reasons. It’s well known that my wife and kids are now back in Australia. As much as I love this club, my job and living here in Yorkshire, the time is right to step aside.
I’m standing down because of family reasons. It’s well known that my wife and kids are now back in Australia. As much as I love this club, my job and living here in Yorkshire, the time is right to step aside. Jason Gillespie
“The initial plan was for the family to go back and spend a bit of time in Oz and then we’d all come back after the Big Bash and have another season at Yorkshire.
“Once it became clear that wasn’t going to happen and the family was going to stay in Australia, the goalposts shifted a bit.
“I still thought I could come over here and try to get back a couple of times during the summer. But the more I thought about it the more I realised it wasn’t going to be practical from a family point of view.
“I’m a husband and father first. At the end of the day, family comes first.”
The secret of success for Gillespie, now 41, has been about keeping it simple. Liam Plunkett, who joined Yorkshire from Durham after losing his way, remembers his favourite piece of advice from Gillespie.
“Just bowl fast.”
Jason Gillespie and Martyn Moxon
It’s difficult to argue with the results; Gillespie has tasted defeat just five times in 76 Championship games and his side are just five points behind Division One leaders Middlesex.
A hat-trick of titles is well and truly on - and there could surely be a no more fitting send off to the boy from Sydney who came from Down Under as a relative unknown, and returns a White Rose hero.
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The charity says 12.6 million would struggle to fill out an online job application form while a further five million cannot carry out one or more of a range of tasks including using a cash machine, writing a message or understanding household bills.
In many Western countries young people outperform their older counterparts, but the JRF says that in England older adults achieve higher literacy and numeracy scores than teenagers and those in their early 20s.
The charity analysed data gathered in 2011 and 2012 by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.
It found that 23 per cent of people aged 16-18 and 17 per cent of those aged 19-24 achieved the lowest score on the literacy skills scale used by the department.
The North East was among the worst faring regions in terms of both literacy and numeracy. It is also the region of England that consistently performs worst in terms of A-level and GCSE grades.
The charity said the figures painted a “troubling picture” of people being “let down” the education system or left behind in the modern economy.
The charity will next month publish a strategy aimed at eradicating poverty in the UK.
The organisation wants to see millions of pounds of additional government investment to ensure all adults meet basic skills requirements, including in IT, by 2030.
Its proposals include incentivising more adults to take night classes and encouraging employers to offer on-the-job training.
It also wants young people to be taught skills “grounded in the real world” such as financial planning and household budgeting.
Stephen Evans, deputy chief executive of the Learning and Work Institute, said: ‘’Everyone needs a set of basics for life and work in modern Britain. It’s shocking that so many people lack these core capabilities.”
A Department for Education spokesperson said: “Everyone, regardless of background or ability, should have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
“That’s why we have strengthened the national curriculum to ensure all children leave school having mastered the basics in literacy and mathematics early on. Alongside this our new gold standard qualifications and high quality apprenticeships will match the best education systems in the world and keep pace with universities’ and employers’ demands.
“To support lifelong learning and ensure we have a workforce with the skills to succeed we are investing £1.5bn in adult learning, have introduced tuition fee loans for part time students and published a dedicated skills plan so that more people gain the knowledge and skills to get on in life and help build a stronger country.” | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/one-in-three-adults-lack-basic-skills-to-find-work-1-8095496 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/e41b837493811ce59a9eb376b32ea21c7dfeaf17dcec1bd0652af2de6a1d624d.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:53:42 | null | 2016-08-25T15:26:40 | More than 10 million people tuned in to see the opening episode of The Great British Bake Off - a record opener for the BBC1 show. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2F10m-tune-in-for-doncaster-baker-val-stones-as-great-british-bake-off-returns-with-record-figues-1-8089026.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8089025.1472135389!/image/image.jpeg | en | null | 10m tune in for Doncaster baker Val Stones as Great British Bake Off returns with record figues | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | More than 10 million people tuned in to see the opening episode of The Great British Bake Off - a record opener for the BBC1 show.
The BBC1 show, which features former primary school headteacher Val Stones, 66, among its contestants, attracted an average of 10.4 million viewers as it returned for a seventh series.
The episode was watched by 47.5% of all television viewers with a peak audience of 11.2 million at 20:50.
That means it beat the most-watched moments of the Rio Olympics, which peaked at 11.1 million viewers.
Jane Beedle was named the first star baker of the series while church minister Lee Banfield - the oldest contestant at 67 - was the first to leave after judge Paul Hollywood said one of his cakes was too dry.
Val, who now lives in Yeovil, survived the first week - despite a series of mishaps and baking blunders during the show.
Some 13.4 million people tuned in to see Nadiya Hussain win the last series, making it the most-watched programme of 2015.
Last year's opening episode was watched by 9.3 million viewers, according to overnight figures, peaking at 10 million. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/10m-tune-in-for-doncaster-baker-val-stones-as-great-british-bake-off-returns-with-record-figues-1-8089026 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/db985b0056b654507d18f8f6706dfada3372cebdd1731832f135753220beda2d.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:08:18 | null | 2016-08-25T13:56:48 | As the sun rises each morning a group of Buddhists gather to clear their minds and meditate at a unique place of worship on a remote island. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ffeature-doncaster-buddhist-centre-offers-an-island-of-calm-in-the-storm-1-8088536.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8088532.1472129774!/image/image.jpg | en | null | FEATURE: Doncaster Buddhist centre offers ‘an island of calm in the storm’ | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | As the sun rises each morning a group of Buddhists gather to clear their minds and meditate at a unique place of worship on a remote island.
You could be forgiven for thinking this serene scene is in some far off exotic land in the Far East.
Trustees David and Paulette Benjamin pictured in the grounds of the Hall. Picture: Marie Caley NDFP Gomde MC 5
But far from it - we are actually in a former farmhouse on the outskirts of Doncaster.
Welcome to the Gomde UK Tibetan Buddhist Centre at Lindholme Hall - the headquarters of Buddhist charity Rangjung Yeshe UK.
While the centre may have kept a relatively low profile, it has actually been open since 2009.
It is set in 180 acres of beautiful countryside on what has historically been known as the Lindholme Island - a raised sand and gravel bank within the borders of the Thorne and Hatfield Moors.
Gomde UK Tibetan Buddhist UK Centre Lindholme Hall. Picture: Marie Caley NDFP Gomde MC 6
Clearly, the charity leaders could not have found a more apt place for their Buddhist retreat.
Indeed, the charity’s spiritual director Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche said of the site: “Many will achieve realisation here.”
Every day people gather ahead of the morning rush for an hour’s meditation, there are teachings from visiting monks and nuns from all over the world and there are regular multi-faith events for all the community to join in.
Charity founder and Buddhist David Benjamin, aged 64, lives at the centre with his wife Paulette and said they get visitors from all walks of life.
Volunteer Jan Brackenbury, pictured in the Halls gardens. Picture: Marie Caley NDFP Gomde MC 4
“From factory workers and people who run their own businesses to unemployed people and those who are retired.
“There are a wide range of ages too, our youngest member is 14 and our oldest visitors are in their 80s.”
On most weeks the centre welcomes several monks and nuns who give Buddhist teachings, while lay practitioner Buddhists visit from across the globe, including Europe, America and Asia.
Visitors are also welcome to stay as there are 12 sleeping rooms and other accommodation areas for up to 60 people.
Said David: “We have people staying for one night, a full week or even longer.
“Anyone with an interest in finding out more about Buddhism is welcome.
“There are core teachings of Buddha which are essentially to not harm others, to help others and to tame your mind - this is to do with taming negative thoughts.
“So for example if you hold onto hate for another you are not harming them, just yourself.
“It all basically boils down to just being nice to others.”
David’s own path to spiritual awakening took a few unusual twist and turns.
He said: “I was on holiday in Kathmandu, Nepal, about 20 years ago and I became interested in Buddhism.
“It just made a lot of sense to me.”
His spiritual journey took him away from his life as a housing developer in Colorado, America, and he stayed for a while at a Buddhist centre in Denmark.
It was there that he and two other founders, David’s wife Paulette and a friend called Marysia Zielke, along with spiritualist director Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, came up with the idea for a UK centre.
He said: “The Doncaster site was chosen because it is central and also the beautiful surroundings help to put you in the right frame of mind.”
After several years, the popularity of the centre is undoubtedly growing.
In July the charity gained planning permission for an extension, including 36 sleeping rooms and an information centre.
They also have outline permission to build a temple for up to 250 people and will be submitting more detailed plans to the council later this year.
David told the planning committee recently: “It will be good for everyone. Talking broadly, it’s good for world peace.
“Whoever comes to learn Buddhist philosophy and meditation will get calmness and kindness, which will be helpful for themselves and society.
“It is the perfect place; it is very open, very remote.”
The centre is also keen to invite people in from the wider community and a recent village fete - complete with vintage tractors and a tug-of-war - attracted 400 visitors.
People from all different faiths including Buddhism, Christianity, Islam and Sikh also took part in a 24-hour relay sponsored walk around the estate for charity on August 27 and 28.
David said the centre is open for anyone and everyone, adding: “I think with how fast-paced life is people see Buddhism as a place where they can slow down and take a breath. That is what our retreat offers.” | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/feature-doncaster-buddhist-centre-offers-an-island-of-calm-in-the-storm-1-8088536 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/6e85e0b83d9f42fb30e9b4f374ccadad7f8d65ac88c4fa37f8785a1edf62f9ab.json |
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] | 2016-08-29T08:47:41 | null | 2016-08-29T08:18:31 | Here are today | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fyour-soccer-transfer-speculation-august-29-1-8093896.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093895.1472455259!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Your soccer transfer speculation: August 29 | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Here are today's top-flight soccer stories from Bank Holiday Monday's newspapers
Manchester United look set to miss out on Monaco defender FABINHO, who is expected to stay in the south of France, reports the Daily Express.
JAMES RODRIGUEZ will cost Chelsea £60million, according to the Daily Mirror, who write that the Premier League club have had a bid rejected by Real Madrid.
The Mirror is also reporting that Everton midfielder JAMES MCCARTHY is close to leaving the club with Crystal Palace a potential destination.
Palace are also closing in on Chelsea striker Loic Remy, according to Sky Sports.
Another player that could leave Stamford Bridge is Kurt Zouma, with the Daily Mail reporting that German side Schalke are chasing the 21-year-old. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/your-soccer-transfer-speculation-august-29-1-8093896 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/8baba3b5b887c2c1b929a339a78452c3f5664820a978a289a88deffd394ac109.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:09:56 | null | 2016-08-25T14:00:00 | Nestled away from the roadside is this three bedroom detached residence, formerly a coach house. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fproperty-news%2Fproperty-of-the-week-13a-minto-road-sheffield-250-000-to-300-000-guide-price-1-8075936.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8075935.1471516214!/image/image.jpg | en | null | PROPERTY OF THE WEEK: 13A Minto Road, Sheffield - £250,000 to £300,000 guide price | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Nestled away from the roadside is this three bedroom detached residence, formerly a coach house.
The property is well placed for access into Hillsborough centre, reputable schools and the ever popular Hillsborough Park. The area is always a strong contender with strong commuter routes and Super Tram links very close by. In brief the accommodation comprises of a generous lounge, kitchen/diner, downstairs toilet, orangery, landing, three bedrooms and a bathroom. In the generous living room are exposed painted floorboards, decorative ceiling roses, window to the front aspect and a feature fireplace that includes a tiled back and wood surround. This room allows access to the orangery, kitchen diner and first floor accommodation via original stone stairs. The kitchen is made up of a range of wood effect wall, base and drawer units. There are integrated appliances including a cooker and hob, an exposed beam and wood flooring. The downstairs toilet also has a hand basin. The orangery links the property to the outside world and it boasts exposed stone walls and a seating area plus French doors. The first floor landing provides access to all three bedrooms. Bedroom one is a light and airy double with exposed wood flooring, while bedroom two is front facing and has an exposed beam and wood floor, bedroom three has access to the eaves and the loft space via a ceiling hatch. The bathroom consists of a low level toilet, hand wash basin set into a cupboard unit, bath and separate mains shower. Here there is a central heating radiator, spot lighting, Worcester combination boiler and an obscured rear facing upvc double glazed window. Outside there is a delightful flagged patio area. This is not to be missed and offers generous living space. To arrange a viewing or for more details about this property contact the estate agent Crucible Sales and Lettings on 0114 241 3430.
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] | 2016-08-30T10:46:55 | null | 2016-08-30T10:11:10 | It’s 22 years since Oasis released their definitive first album. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Farguably-most-iconic-debut-album-anniversary-definitely-maybe-1-8095334.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095333.1472548360!/image/image.jpeg | en | null | Arguably most iconic debut album anniversary ... Definitely Maybe! | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | It’s 22 years since Oasis released their definitive first album.
This week in 1994 saw the Mancunian Britpop band release the landmark LP after previously issuing singles Supersonic, Shakermaker and (revisited here) Live Forever, which all appeared on 11-track album.
This was the moment the indie darlings made it into mainstream as Definitely Maybe sold 86,000 copies within first week of release, making it the UK’s fastest-selling debut LP. It could also be seen as the birth (or rebirth) of Britpop itself, with the term entering into the nation’s vocabulary alongside Cool Britannia.
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With their first album coming out the week after rivals Blur released single Parklife, it would pave the way for future rivalry between the bands and make both acts household names.
The band - Liam Gallagher, Paul Arthurs, Paul McGuigan and Tony McCarroll - had formed as The Rain in 1991, before being joined by Liam’s brother Noel, former Inspiral Carpets roadie and aspiring songwriter.
Flashback to last month's coverage http://www.thestar.co.uk/whats-on/gigs-and-music/looking-back-at-sheffield-oasis-sell-out-shows-1-8032023 of South Yorkshire Oasis mania.
They were signed by Alan McGee of Creation Records following their blagging their way onto the bill at an 18 Wheeler show in Glasgow in 1993.
As well as spawning two more hit singles in Cigarettes & Alcohol and Rock 'n' Roll Star, the album’s sleeve took on iconic status - detailing the band’s influences and interests such as Manchester City footballer Rodney Marsh, Burt Bacharach (one of Noel’s favourite songwriters) and a TV showing a scene from the film The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.
Definitely Maybe would go on to sell over 2.1 million copies in the UK and 15 million worldwide while NME ran a poll a decade later, voting it best album of all time. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/arguably-most-iconic-debut-album-anniversary-definitely-maybe-1-8095334 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/4b70eb2f8c0fda02ab282056dfed3b9a34bfeb200067eff03b74f0f18866c99c.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T10:46:54 | null | 2016-08-30T11:29:25 | A new survey has revealed that over a third of parents believe mobile phones and tablets are making their children unsociable. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fparents-blame-technology-for-kids-antisocial-behaviour-1-8095565.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095564.1472553061!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Parents blame technology for kids’ antisocial behaviour | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A new survey has revealed that over a third of parents believe mobile phones and tablets are making their children unsociable.
The study has shown that 39 per cent of parents believe the gadgets have had a negative effect on their child's willingness to socialise.
It was also discovered that more than half of parents think a device has had a negative effect on their child's willingness to participate in physical activity.
The research, conducted by insurance firm Row.co.uk, has also found that a third of parents also found their child to be more argumentative, had a lower attention span and received a lesser quality of sleep since the introduction of these gadgets.
Yet despite this, almost half said the tech has improved their child's creativity and over a third said it had increased their happiness.
It was also revealed that almost a third of parents believe their child spends too much time using their devices, while 17 per cent regret giving their children a mobile phone or tablet.
Row.co.uk's research also showed that almost a third of parents said they typically ban their child from using the devices at least once a week, with five per cent saying they have to remove the items once a day - resulting in tears, tantrums and one parent even comparing the reaction to that of an addict.
Data released by Ofcom in November 2015 revealed that three quarters of five to 15-year-olds own a tablet, as well as over half of three to four-year-olds.
The Row.co.uk survey showed that children spend an average of four hours on their mobile and four and a half hours on their tablets each week.
Parents also estimated that their children spend six and a half hours a week watching television, although only 18 per cent of parents think this is too much, compared to 29 per cent who think their child uses their tablet too much.
Over ten per cent have found their child using the device to listen to inappropriate music or playing inappropriate games, while six per cent claimed to have discovered their children using the devices to view pornography.
Richard Waters of Row.co.uk commented: "Gadgets have become a huge part of our lives, and over the last decade we've seen our dependency on electronics steadily increase.
"While technology is a big part of education for children, it is important that they feel safe and supported in their gadget use.
"Ensuring that parental controls are activated, and capping the amount of time spent using gadgets every week are just two ways parents can make sure their children are safely using their devices.
"Teaching our children about internet safety and how we should conduct ourselves online is also a good way to increase your son or daughter's awareness about secure internet use." | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/parents-blame-technology-for-kids-antisocial-behaviour-1-8095565 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/62cda2c7065adf1602be25d905148aaf89df65a1509fdef8797e834b213472ca.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:10:07 | null | 2016-08-25T12:00:00 | Offered for sale is this extended family detached home, situated in the popular sought after village location of Barnburgh, ideally, where only by viewing internally can you appreciate the property on offer. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fproperty-news%2Ffamily-home-in-barnburgh-has-a-guide-price-of-280-000-to-290-000-1-8073918.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8073914.1471437834!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Family home in Barnburgh has a guide price of £280,000 to £290,000 | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Offered for sale is this extended family detached home, situated in the popular sought after village location of Barnburgh, ideally, where only by viewing internally can you appreciate the property on offer.
With a guide price of £280,000 to £290,000, the property comprises of an entrance hall, a cloakroom, a lounge, a dining room, breakfast kitchen, utility room, ean n-suite to the master bedroom and a family bathroom.
To the front of the property is a driveway, providing ample parking which leads to the garage, plus store room and to the rear of the property is a well maintained lawned garden which is fully enclosed with a double gated rear access.
With tasteful modern decor throughout, this spacious property has been refurbished and extended over recent years to evolve into what is an ideal family home.
It is a freehold property.
The EPC is awaited.
.
For more details or to arrange a viewing then contact the estate agent William H Brown on 01709 583267, or alternatively visit the property online at williamhbrown/Property/MXB110065.
* Barnburgh Lane, Barnburgh
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] | 2016-08-28T12:46:20 | null | 2016-08-28T13:15:33 | Two teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy believed to have been taking drugs during this weekend | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fregional-news-two-arrested-after-teen-believed-to-have-been-taking-drugs-at-leeds-festival-dies-1-8093147.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093146.1472386597!/image/image.jpg | en | null | REGIONAL NEWS: Two arrested after teen believed to have been taking drugs at Leeds festival dies | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Two teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy believed to have been taking drugs during this weekend's Leeds Festival died.
Shortly after 4.45pm yesterday, officers were contacted by staff from Leeds Festival after the teenager was taken to St James’ Hospital by ambulance in a critical condition.
The teenager, who was from the Greater Manchester area, underwent emergency treatment in hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after midnight.
Two males, also aged 17, have been arrested on drugs offences in connection with the incident.
Information on the type of drug taken by the teenager has not yet been released.
Leeds Festival’s Police Commander, Chief Superintendent Keith Gilert said, "Our thoughts are naturally with the family of the young man at this time. They were made aware of the incident by officers as soon as possible and were assisted to attend the hospital as quickly as possible. We will continue to support them through this difficult time.
"We are currently investigating the death and how he obtained the substance he took. Two males, aged 17, have been arrested in the Greater Manchester area on suspicion of drugs offences and are currently in custody. At this time the indications are that the man consumed drugs immediately before before he collapsed. A report will be sent to the Coroner in due course.
"I would though like to take this opportunity to remind anyone attending the Festival that there is no safe way to take drugs. Taking any illegal drug carries a risk to health and we would always advise people against it, but I would ask that people are particularly conscious of the risks following this young man’s death. In partnership with the organisers, Festival Republic, we will continue to take action against those who risk the lives of others by supplying drugs."
"Anyone who has any concerns for either themselves or others at the Festival should contact Festival site or security staff or seek medical assistance."
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] | 2016-08-26T13:10:26 | null | 2016-08-25T09:26:49 | Doncaster Great British Bake Off contestant Val Stones has proved she can stand the heat in the kitchen - by surviving the first week of the smash hit BBC1 show. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Fthings-to-do%2Fdoncaster-great-british-bake-off-contestant-val-stones-survives-first-show-and-wins-fans-for-her-hilarious-baking-1-8087391.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8087390.1472113712!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Great British Bake Off contestant Val Stones survives first show and wins fans for her "hilarious" baking | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Doncaster Great British Bake Off contestant Val Stones has proved she can stand the heat in the kitchen - by surviving the first week of the smash hit BBC1 show.
The 66-year-old former primary school headteacher from Conisbrough escaped the chop from judges Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry in last night's show - and fans have rushed to social media to declare her as their favourite and "hilarious" after a series of baking blunders.
She became the star of the tent on social media, with Twitter fans loving haphazard Val, a self-confessed Ed Sheeran fan and fitness fanatic, who keeps herself moving and grooving while baking.
Val, who now lives in Yeovil with her husband Ian, had a few minor catastrophes during cake week, including forgetting to put the sugar into one of her cakes, and also coming in 10th place in the Jaffa Cake technical challenge.
She also almost put cornflour into one of her bakes, mistaking it for icing sugar.
But her incredibly sunny disposition, good humour and dance moves won over plenty of people on Twitter as they begged for her not to leave the competition yet.
Georgina Palzeaird tweeted: "Straight away, Val is my top gal this series. Not necessarily because she's the best... I just like her sassy ways. #GBBO."
User Sapphire @sapphire0801 wrote: "Val is a human disaster and i love her #GBBO."
Roshni V @RoshPosh_x added: "Val is actually hilarious !!! #gbbo." | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/what-s-on/things-to-do/doncaster-great-british-bake-off-contestant-val-stones-survives-first-show-and-wins-fans-for-her-hilarious-baking-1-8087391 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/66f8a374d66e5235e54e5a9279441f3894709790cfe379018acd63f30987e429.json |
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"Jane Ainsworth",
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] | 2016-08-26T13:11:31 | null | 2016-08-06T08:59:00 | Sheffield Star Retro published the sad story of James Stuart Swift on January 23 as ‘War baby that a proud soldier dad never saw’. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbarnsley-soldier-s-moving-letters-about-son-he-never-saw-1-8053892.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8053888.1470410753!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Barnsley soldier's moving letters about son he never saw | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Sheffield Star Retro published the sad story of James Stuart Swift on January 23 as ‘War baby that a proud soldier dad never saw’.
I had researched Stuart in detail for my book Great Sacrifice: the Old Boys of Barnsley Holgate Grammar School in the First World War and had just discovered that two boxes containing many love letters between Stuart and Maude, as well as their wedding photographs, photos of their son, Stuart’s medals and other memorabilia, had been donated to Barnsley Archives.
Peter Swift places a wreath, with a photo of the baby that his relative never saw, on Stuart Swifts grave
Readers might be interested to learn what has happened since.
Stuart attended the Holgate for three years before being admitted to Ackworth School in Hemsworth, where his family paid full boarding fees for three years because they were not Quakers.
When he left school in 1907, Stuart worked for the Midland Bank, following in his father’s footsteps.
He enlisted in the Sheffield City Battalion on September 11, 1914, aged 28.
Stuart Swift's son, James Stuart Morton Swift, as a little boy
Stuart married Alice Maude Watkinson of Sheffield in April 1915 and he became a father to James Stuart Morton Swift on March 27, 1916.
The Swift Collection confirmed my fear that he never saw his son before he was killed on the first day of the Somme.
Stuart had not been given leave to return home since going to Egypt in December 1915.
Even becoming a father did not give him any special privileges while the Army were preparing for the Big Push on the Somme.
The wreath for Stuart Swift containing photographs of him and his wife Maude, plus Maude with their baby, James
Stuart wrote: “I so long to see the little chap myself, everyone seems to think he is a fine specimen.
“It is nice to think of our little love being of such a happy disposition; I am glad he has such winning ways. I can see he takes after his little mother in those respects.”
In his last letter to Maude, written on June 27, 1916, he wrote: “ I am eagerly looking forward to getting your next letter as I expect to get the promised photo you are sending of your dear self and our little darling. Of course I have tried to picture him to myself but have no idea what he is like.”
Tragically, the proud new father did not receive it.
Serendipity inspired Peter Swift, whose grandfather was Stuart’s cousin, to buy a copy of The Star that week in January and he was amazed to see my article with photographs of Stuart.
We have been able to share more information since then as he has been researching the Swift family for some time but had not previously known about Stuart’s education or seen any photographs of him.
Peter’s children planned to take him to the Somme for the centenary commemorations for his 70th birthday present.
In a very poignant gesture, Peter took a print of the photograph of Maude with their son to place on Stuart’s grave in Luke Copse British Cemetery, reuniting them after 100 years.
Celia Wolfe, the archivist at Ackworth School, was very helpful to me while researching my book, allowing me to use their information about Stuart and letting me copy photographs of him as a schoolboy.
She also visited the Somme for July 1 as her husband Ray’s grandfather was one of the many men killed in action that day and she was visiting the graves of several old scholars of Ackworth to leave tributes.
I exchanged emails with Celia while she was in France and was able to tell her about the wreath and photos left by Peter, who had seen the wooden cross she had left. Celia paid a return visit to Luke Copse to see them for herself and was very moved.
I organised a Somme centenary commemoration for July 1 at Silverwood Scout Camp in Silkstone (originally Newhall Camp where the Barnsley Pals were billeted and trained).
I am very grateful to Paul Unsworth and his team of scouting volunteers, who allowed me to use the site free and provided practical help.
I paid tribute to Stuart along with many Old Boys of the Holgate and other local men who died in the Somme offensive on my display in the Billingham Centre and by laying photographs of the men on the altar in the beautiful outdoor chapel, where I held a Remembrance Service.
Celia and Ray had responded to my publicity, asking if anyone would like a relation to be remembered, and Christopher Gascoigne, father of eight young children, was one of 12 stories read by students from Horizon Community College and relations of three of the men.
Music played included Reveille and The Last Post on bugles sounded by twin brothers from Horizon and two popular songs from the First World War sung by Class 5 from Silkstone Primary School, to the delight of all attending.
On July 17, I received an email from Claire Marr from Cheshire, who had been shown the Retro article. Claire hoped that I might be able to help her fill in some gaps in her own family history or even have a photograph of her grandfather.
She shared some interesting details from her own family history research and reviewing my own highlighted the sad story of Stuart’s older sister Muriel Morton Swift, his only sibling.
She had married Percy Guest Wadsworth in 1911 but they did not have any children, although according to Stuart’s letters they had wanted them.
After Muriel died in 1921, aged only 40, Percy got married again to Alice Mary Beckett and they had two sons.
Percy died in 1928, aged 52, when Claire’s father was only three years old, so he didn’t remember her grandfather. Alice remarried and she never discussed her background or how she had met Percy – there were no family photos.
I wondered if Muriel and Percy might be on Stuart and Maude’s wedding photos.
I asked Peter if he had a copy of their wedding certificate to find out if Muriel had been a witness because Stuart had been for her.
Unfortunately, she wasn’t and, since the men in the photos are wearing uniform, they must be friends of Stuart’s rather than one being Percy.
I wish I could have found a photograph for her as I know from personal experience how precious it is to know what our ancestors look like.
If anyone reading this article is related to the Swift, Morton, Wadsworth or Beckett families, I would love to hear from you to fit some more pieces of the extended family puzzle together.
We will continue to remember them all.
*Jane’s book is published by Helion and Company. Website: www.helion.co.uk
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] | 2016-08-27T08:46:05 | null | 2016-08-27T08:52:41 | A man has been hospitalised after being freed from a car involved in a two-vehicle collision in South Yorkshire. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fman-trapped-in-vehicle-after-south-yorkshire-crash-1-8092153.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092152.1472284412!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Man trapped in vehicle after South Yorkshire crash | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A man has been hospitalised after being freed from a car involved in a two-vehicle collision in South Yorkshire.
The collision occurred on the junction with Victoria Road and Barbers Avenue in Parkgate, Rotherham at around 8.50pm last night, and involved two vehicles.
A South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue spokesman confirmed crews were sent out to free a man trapped in one of the vehicles.
The man was freed after over an hour, and was taken to hospital with a suspected broken leg.
No-one else is thought to have been injured in the collision. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/man-trapped-in-vehicle-after-south-yorkshire-crash-1-8092153 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/0cdf349799cfbe1c740f6d5aa5796e432d4a3853c10f577a456bfc16fb12b957.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T06:47:41 | null | 2016-08-29T06:25:01 | An eventful game at Penistone Church produced 14 goals, four penalties and a sending off. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fkelly-cracks-hat-trick-as-penistone-church-hit-nine-in-14-goal-thriller-1-8093272.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093270.1472394456!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Kelly cracks hat-trick as Penistone Church hit nine in 14-goal thriller | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | An eventful game at Penistone Church produced 14 goals, four penalties and a sending off.
The hosts ran out 9-5 winners against Grimsby Borough.
Dale Kelly hit a hat-trick as Church battled back from from conceding an early goal to lead 7-2.
Grimsby fought back before Penistone struck twice inside the last two minutes. Lewis Dickinson (2pens), Dan Joynes, Tom Cadzow, Ashley Ellis and Scott Whittington were Church’s other scorers.
Handsworth Parramore suffered their first defeat of the season losing out 4-3 at home against Bridlington Town after twice leading.
Tom Dugdale curled in a fine 20-yard effort for Ambers’ first and they made it 2-0 as Dugdale turned provider crossing for Kieran Well to finish well at the near post.
But Bridlington hit back on the stroke of half-time a safter a quick breakaway Chris Adams curled in a fine effort.
Within in four minutes of the restart it was all square as Joel Sutton’s 20-yarder found the far corner.
Handsworth were back in front when Dugdale was sent tumbling in the area and Jon Froggatt tucked away the penalty.
But six minutes later Connor Smyth conceded a penalty leaving Sutton to level from the spot.
With 15 minutes remaining Bridlington hit the winner, Sutton completig his hat-trick.
Staveley MW picked up their first win with a fine 2-0 victory at Harrogate Railway Athletic with an excellent second half showing with both goals coming from Kieran Watson.
Parkgate are still searching for their first point after Pickering Town sent the Steelmen down to a third league defeat on the spin at Green Lane.
Mohammed Hamid gave Parkgate a 14th minute lead but Pickering won with two second half goals.
Athersley Recreation striker Kai Hancock kept up his scoring form with the only goal in a 1-0 home win over Armthorpe Welfare.
Armthorpe though should have come away with at least a point after squandering two penalties.
Maltby Main made it three without defeat after defeating promoted AFC Mansfield 3-1 at home with Steve Hopwell scoring all three.
Retford United were thumped 7-0 at home by Barton Town OB and have conceded 18 goals in three league outings.
Dronfield Town made it back-to-back victories as Blake Owen and Callum Mawbey gave them a 2-0 win at league new boys Ollerton Town.
Worsbrough Bridge Athletic were beaten 4-1 at Shirebrook Town despite a Lee Garside goal.
* Tuesday- Premier Div: Harrogate RA v Handsworth Parramore. Div One: Hallam v Rossington.
Wednesday Premier Div: Athersley v Retford, Maltby v Liversedge, Worksop v Garforth. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/football/kelly-cracks-hat-trick-as-penistone-church-hit-nine-in-14-goal-thriller-1-8093272 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/cb3cf123b6980784ac5fda2306bd421c0c8b40ba02b4f106c1b63fbb2b0c1af3.json |
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] | 2016-08-31T12:46:59 | null | 2016-08-31T12:27:20 | A devastated Doncaster football fan in our namesake Australian town has become an internet hit after a radio rant about his favourite team went viral. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flisten-doncaster-football-fan-s-hilarious-australian-radio-rant-goes-viral-1-8097828.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8097827.1472642917!/image/image.png | en | null | LISTEN: Doncaster football fan's hilarious Australian radio rant goes viral | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A devastated Doncaster football fan in our namesake Australian town has become an internet hit after a radio rant about his favourite team went viral.
A caller known only as ‘Mario from Doncaster’ had radio hosts Down Under in hysterics after claiming his side's devastating defeat had made him vomit all over himself.
The distraught fan's meltdown on sports phone in show The Run Home on Australian radio station SEN has since been listened to and shared hundreds of times on social media.
LISTEN: Check out Mario from Doncaster's radio breakdown here
Australian Rules Football fan Mario was gutted after his side Richmond Tigers suffered a 113-point defeat to Syndey Swans - one of the biggest defeats in the league's history. The club were given a 164-51 drubbing on Saturday evening - adding more woe to a miserable season for the club.
And Mario, who had previously said he would melt his club's membership card after a previous defeat for his side, hoped he would find a shoulder to cry on when he called hosts Mark Allen and Daniel Harford.
“When President Kennedy was assassinated, Jackie’s favourite pink dress — the Chanel dress — was covered in blood,” he began.
“She refused to take it off that day because she wanted America to see what they had done to her husband in Dallas.”
Mario continued to the uproarious laughter of the hosts: “When Richmond was down by 130 points — no, listen — I vomited all over myself,” he claimed.
“And I haven’t taken it off. And I’ve been walking around the petrol station, I slept and — no, listen! Listen! Listen!
“I’ve walked around all day, I... I want everyone to see — stop it! — I want everyone to see what Richmond has done to me!”
He then hung up.
The clip has now gone viral with sports fans across the world sharing the clip.
The suburb of Doncaster is part of Melbourne in Australia and was named after our home town. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/listen-doncaster-football-fan-s-hilarious-australian-radio-rant-goes-viral-1-8097828 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/c4badb2c175d9191fe81ed8058ea04c8935be475f9e9e4b5cebe7a65029a39ec.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T18:46:45 | null | 2016-08-30T17:46:24 | A 24-year-old man has been left with serious head and facial injuries, after he was allegedly assaulted with a glass outside a Doncaster hotel. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fglass-attack-leaves-doncaster-man-with-facial-and-head-injuries-1-8096568.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8096567.1472575658!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Glass attack leaves Doncaster man with facial and head injuries | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A 24-year-old man has been left with serious head and facial injuries, after he was allegedly assaulted with a glass outside a Doncaster hotel.
The incident occurred at around 6pm on Saturday, July 30 outside the Grand St Leger Hotel.
Police have released an appeal for witnesses and more information this afternoon.
Detective Constable Roxanne Morris, the investigating officer, said: “The victim had been out with a group of friends when he was allegedly assaulted with a glass, causing injuries to his face.
“He then fell to the floor, which resulted in a serious head injury. He was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.
“Following extensive enquiries, including CCTV analysis, I’d like to ask anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident to contact us.
“The alleged assault occurred at about 6pm and it was a busy evening with plenty of people about following the races earlier that day. Were you there? Did you see what happened?
“If you have any information that could assist with our enquiries, please call 101 quoting incident 938 of July 2016.”
Information can also be emailed to enquiries@southyorks.pnn.police.uk or given to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/glass-attack-leaves-doncaster-man-with-facial-and-head-injuries-1-8096568 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/7f0ef017a947efb9e40fcb71986f2164b260dd6d87de7563707a1329f6219165.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T06:46:40 | null | 2016-08-30T07:30:07 | Angry residents on a pensioners’ estate in Doncaster are drawing up plans fight proposals to build housing on quiet woodlands near their homes. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fresidents-anger-over-woodland-green-space-housing-plans-1-8095115.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095114.1472538585!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Residents anger over woodland green space housing plans | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Angry residents on a pensioners’ estate in Doncaster are drawing up plans fight proposals to build housing on quiet woodlands near their homes.
Developer Keepmoat is looking to build on a patch of land next to Ivor Grove and Evanston Gardens in Balby, which is popular with residents for taking walks and exercising their pets.
The scheme would bring around 60 new homes to Doncaster.
But the plans have upset residents who say the local roads are not up to the increased traffic caused by construction and fear for the loss of space which is a haven for nature.
Around 200 people have already put their names to a petition against the scheme.
Neighbourhood Watch co-ordinator Joan Weir, who is among campaigners fighting the scheme, said residents want the plans halting.
She said: “They want to build on a field and the woods.
“We are not happy. It is a very small road that leads to the site. How is it going to cope with the lorries?
“We’re worried that it’s a done deal, although we’ve not yet seen a planning application, but we’ve heard they want to start next March.
“At the moment the site is a field and woods. The council cuts the grass on the field. But there is such a lot of wildlife there – it would be such a shame to see it built over.
“It would be such a loss of land at the end of an OAP estate.
“There are lots of rabbits there and we’ve even seen deer, as well as birds and foxes.
“Everyone around here is angry because it’s such a nice place. People walk their dogs there. It means people don’t have to go to Hexthorpe Park.”
Keepmoat confirmed the firm was looking at building in Balby and said a public consultation event was planned.
A spokesperson for Keepmoat said: “We are in the very early stages of discussions with our partners regarding the development of new homes in Balby.
“We are committed to working closely with the local community and will of course listen to any concerns raised at the upcoming public consultation event.”
Doncaster Council says the site has been identified for housing development since the adoption of the Unitary Development Plan in 1998.
A spokesman said: “The council owns several sites identified for development and tries to keep them green and attractive in the interim for the enjoyment of local residents. However, the longer term intent on many of these sites is to provide much needed housing.
“The planning application process will require an assessment of the site’s ecology. It will also look at highway access and parking requirements along with other usual planning issues. Local people will be able to comment during this process.” | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/residents-anger-over-woodland-green-space-housing-plans-1-8095115 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/8dd3e8cdb9dfbbaa03de2819c9c06c9a16b6179cd2d0427d735be614325b669a.json |
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"Deputy Head Of Sport",
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] | 2016-08-26T13:06:34 | null | 2016-08-23T16:49:57 | Darren Ferguson was today awaiting news on whether Dany N | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdoncaster-rovers%2Frovers-news%2Fdoncaster-rovers-darren-ferguson-hoping-for-positive-news-as-dany-n-guessan-trains-with-southend-united-1-8084643.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8084642.1471967495!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Rovers: Darren Ferguson hoping for positive news as Dany N'Guessan trains with Southend United | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Darren Ferguson was today awaiting news on whether Dany N'Guessan has secured a move away from Doncaster Rovers.
Transfer-listed forward N'Guessan has been training with League One side Southend United and featured for the Shrimpers' U21 outfit against Portsmouth on Monday night.
And with next Wednesday's transfer deadline rapidly approaching, Ferguson was hoping for positive news on a potential switch for the Frenchman.
"Dany's at Southend at the minute, training with them," Ferguson said. "He played a game last night.
"We're hoping on some news. We'll wait and see on that one."
N'Guessan is the final member of the group of five players transfer-listed by Ferguson at the end of last season with Gary MacKenzie, Curtis Main, Thorsten Stuckmann and Billy Whitehouse having all departed the club.
Ferguson has previously said N'Guessan will not be in his plans, regardless of whether he secures a departure over the next week.
Former Rovers striker Theo Robinson is also currently on trial with Southend. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/doncaster-rovers/rovers-news/doncaster-rovers-darren-ferguson-hoping-for-positive-news-as-dany-n-guessan-trains-with-southend-united-1-8084643 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/44d5281cdecd5b9d7505d622eb4e0f7558f26cd461e42f30e57630ac0552c910.json |
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"Darren Burke",
"Communities Reporter",
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] | 2016-08-26T12:51:31 | null | 2016-08-26T09:57:32 | A host of TV comedians will host a rally in support of Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn in Doncaster next month. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftv-star-comedians-line-up-for-jeremy-corbyn-rally-in-doncaster-1-8090226.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090225.1472201921!/image/image.jpg | en | null | TV star comedians line up for Jeremy Corbyn rally in Doncaster | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A host of TV comedians will host a rally in support of Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn in Doncaster next month.
Stars of Extras and Red Dwarf are among those who will be performing at the event at Cast next month in support of Mr Corbyn who is facing a leadership challenge from Owen Smith.
The Keep Corbyn rally will he headlined by stand-up star and former Perrier award winner Jeremy Hardy, a regular panellist on QI and Mock The Week and he will be joined onstage by Francesca Martinez (Live At The Apollo, Extras) and deadpan comic Norman Lovett who starred as Holly in Red Dwarf.
Other performers will include Phoenix Nights and Coronation Street actress Barbara Nice, punk poet Atilla The Stockbroker and singer-songwriter and political activist Joe Solo.
The bill for the September 20 show will be completed by comedian Jack Carroll, a former runner-up on Britain's Got Talent, poet Matt Abbott and Ian Saville, the Magic Circle's only Marxist magician.
Guest speakers will include Manuel Cortes, general secretary of TSSA and Dave Ward, general secretary of the CWU.
A show spokesman said: "Jeremy Corbyn needs us now, more than ever. He has shown incredible courage in the face of attack against his new brand of straightforward, honest politics.
"Come and show solidarity with him at this crucial time, as a top line up of performers and speakers join together to rally support."
The show takes place from 7.30pm at Cast and tickets are available from the venue. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/tv-star-comedians-line-up-for-jeremy-corbyn-rally-in-doncaster-1-8090226 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/2611b74852c38170a6f0f4d63d9b22df68df886c0da4811906b2183da8b7928f.json |
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"Chris Page",
"Digital First Team",
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] | 2016-08-26T14:46:04 | null | 2016-08-26T14:12:05 | Pokémon Go became a pop culture phenomenon this summer. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ffad-why-has-pokemon-go-come-and-gone-1-8091027.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8091026.1472217213!/image/image.jpg | en | null | FAD: Why has Pokémon Go come and gone? | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Pokémon Go became a pop culture phenomenon this summer.
The mobile game ensnared tens of millions of players around the world, began to impact upon the wider social landscape, and even became a cringe-inducing reference point for global political figures.
But it seems the augmented reality app could now be rapidly falling out of favour. Pokémon Go has reportedly lost around a quarter of its user-base in recent weeks, with player figures down 10 million on their peak in July. Those who fell in love with the game are apparently abandoning it in droves. But just why are people giving up on Pokemon Go?
Liam Gannon, 25, from Edinburgh, started playing Pokémon Go in early July, and was enthusiastic about sinking his time into the app.
“Pokémon was a large part of my childhood,” he explains, “so being able to collect all of the original 150 Pokémon was a large part of the attraction for me.
“It was a fun distraction on the journey to work, but when you see a Pokémon you want nearby it was really exciting. I remember sitting down in a cafe for breakfast in Tokyo and noticing a Farfetch’d nearby. I dropped everything to go and pursue that rare Pokémon. It was a wee bit thrilling.”
But after playing the game for roughly a month, that thrill had started to seriously diminish.
“Eventually the novelty wore off. The mechanics aren’t really deep enough to keep me invested in the game.
“On top of that it’s a major drain on my phone’s battery, and you can’t run it in the background, so to find Pokemon or hatch eggs you have to keep the app open.
“It’s not that I dislike the game now. It’s just too much effort.”
That claim of “too much effort” is almost directly echoed by another early adopter, Jack Nelson, who lives in Nice in France and stopped playing the game around two weeks ago.
“I stopped because you have to put in real effort to be any good at it,” he notes. “You can’t really play casually. I’d open it if I was on the bus and was bored, and then all you get is Pidgeys and Zubats and Ratatas.
“Yet you see gyms where people have CP 4000+ Dragonites and Laprases and Aerodactyls and it’s like ‘how much money and time and energy do I have to invest to even get close to these over-powered Pokémon, from people who probably dedicate themselves to Pokemon Go as much as athletes do to training for sport?’
“The app allows people with too much time and money to blitz everybody else and it’s just not enjoyable.
“And that’s if you’re in a city. If you live in the countryside there’s just nothing to do.”
Professor Mark Griffiths, a psychologist at Nottingham Trent University, and director of the International Gaming Research Unit, wrote an article at the height of Pokémon Go’s popularity exploring its appeal.
"At the time, he cited its social nature, collection mechanics and ‘never-ending’ nature as reasons for its astonishing success. However, he now notes that these positives may in fact be back-firing for the game.
“Some of them can be turned on their heads as reasons for becoming unpopular – most notably the lack of novelty and the fact that if others in your peer group stop playing, it may lead others to stop playing.”
The researcher notes that his own son was an avid player at the start, but now feels the experience has become “boring”.
“Some players who started to ‘catch ’em all’ have now done that and don’t feel they need to do so anymore.
“There are also those who say it was taking too much time out of their day to carry on. There will also be those who didn’t realise it would take so much effort to catch them.”
In other words, the very things that made Pokémon Go so appealing in the short-term may now be making it far less so in the long-term.
Not everyone has given up though. Clare Longstaff from Yorkshire acknowledges that she’s personally grown tired of Pokémon Go: “As time goes on and the levels go up you have to collect more points, and it seems to be going on forever. We’re finding the same Pokémon and there’s nothing different. It’s boring and repetitive and they’re not changing it enough.”
But she’s also delighted that her nine-year-old son Jacob, who has autism, remains enraptured by the game.
“He likes repetition. He likes consoles and the iPhone and this gets him out of the house. It’s nice going out in the fresh air with him. Jacob’s still happy with it. And if he’s happy – I’m happy.”
Ben Dufton from Newcastle, meanwhile, suggests he’s settled into a sort-of love/hate relationship with the app, cycling between disinterest and avid excitement.
“As the levels progress and the same Pokémon are available I get bored, then all of a sudden there’s loads of new ones – so I get really obsessed again. It seems to go around in circles!”
With an estimated 30 million people still playing, the compulsion certainly remains as strong as ever for some. But that can’t hide the fact that for many, the novelty has worn off. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/fad-why-has-pokemon-go-come-and-gone-1-8091027 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/60ac9374589009872dfe68f3683316bc91780c744d9b7a46b8b7a024ef7855a2.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T10:47:52 | null | 2016-08-30T11:07:53 | Armthorpe Welfare slipped to a 1-0 defeat at Athersley Recreation. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fncel-armthorpe-welfare-pay-the-penalty-at-athersley-recreation-1-8095503.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095502.1472551650!/image/image.jpg | en | null | NCEL: Armthorpe Welfare pay the penalty at Athersley Recreation | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Armthorpe Welfare slipped to a 1-0 defeat at Athersley Recreation.
Senior players Ben Muirhead and Liam Copley took charge of team affairs following Brian Johnston’s exit, with assistant boss Tony Wigull also appearing to have now left the club.
It was a much improved performance from Welfare who were unfortunate not to win the game.
They had much the better of the first 45 minutes with Tom McLaughlin and Darren Mansaram putting good chances wide.
Athersley’s leading scorer Kai Hancock gave the home side a 49th minute lead, tucking the ball home from eight yards after Armthorpe had failed to deal with two crosses into the box.
Welfare were awarded a penalty on 70 minutes for handball only for McLaughlin to see his spot kick saved.
There was more agony for Armthorpe in stoppage time when they were awarded a second penalty after a foul on Jordan Sigsworth only for Craig Aspinall to fire high over the crossbar.
The performance, however, will give Welfare renewed hope ahead of Saturday’s trip to Rainworth MW.
The hosts have also not had the best of starts, losing five out of the opening six fixtures with their only win coming in a 6-4 victory at struggling Retford United. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/football/ncel-armthorpe-welfare-pay-the-penalty-at-athersley-recreation-1-8095503 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/327291ffbbd3ea335246805ed5e465eddae0fe23ee108a2e65f44d2996661f2c.json |
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] | 2016-08-27T06:46:04 | null | 2016-08-27T06:00:00 | The August Bank Holiday weekend is expected to get off to a very wet start, as the Met Office issues a yellow warning of rain for Doncaster. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbank-holiday-weather-warning-for-doncaster-1-8091964.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8091963.1472246855!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Bank Holiday weather warning for Doncaster | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | The August Bank Holiday weekend is expected to get off to a very wet start, as the Met Office issues a yellow warning of rain for Doncaster.
According to a forecast from the Met Office, showery rain will push north across South Yorkshire through the morning.
This will turn heavy and persistent in places later with a chance of thunder.
On Sunday there will be sunshine and occasionally heavy showers, these easing through the evening.
Sunshine and scattered showers on Monday.
Drier Tuesday, but turning cloudier from the west later. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/bank-holiday-weather-warning-for-doncaster-1-8091964 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ed31c752a99b8dd475fb658d7658f47158e02b56ffa6aa4de02562fa11d6f9e2.json |
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] | 2016-08-27T14:46:09 | null | 2016-08-27T14:06:11 | Two people have been charged been with murder in connection with the death of a 47-year-old Sheffield man who has now been named by police. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbreaking-news-two-charged-as-sheffield-murder-victim-is-named-1-8092392.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092391.1472303249!/image/image.jpg | en | null | BREAKING NEWS: Two charged as Sheffield murder victim is named | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Two people have been charged been with murder in connection with the death of a 47-year-old Sheffield man who has now been named by police.
The man who died following a reported assault in Fox Walk, Walkley on Thursday evening was named by South Yorkshire Police as Craig Wild a few moments ago.
Emergency services were called to house in Fox Walk, Walkley at about 6.45pm on Thursday following reports that Craig had allegedly been assaulted.
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He was pronounced dead shortly after and a post-mortem examination concluded that he died from multiple injuries, including stab wounds.
Two people have been charged in connection with his death.
David Webster, 49, of Leppings Lane, Hillsborough and Alison Moss, 46, of Fox Walk, Walkley, appeared before Sheffield Magistrates’ Court this morning charged with murder.
They have been remanded into custody to appear at Sheffield Crown Court on Wednesday, August 31.
Craig’s family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this extremely difficult time.
Detectives remain keen to hear from anyone who has any information about Craig’s death.
If you have any information that could assist officers with their enquiries, please call 101 quoting incident number 988 of August 25, 2016.
Alternatively, information can be given to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/breaking-news-two-charged-as-sheffield-murder-victim-is-named-1-8092392 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/18b1943893853cf7a6df109f23dc73510f21105cd61e5c6d41d765563fb86877.json |
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It was only rock n roll but the downpour-drenched Don Valley Stadium crowd liked, liked it, yes they did.
August 27 2006 saw the stormy A Bigger Bang set follow past band performances there on July 9 1995 Voodoo Lounge and June 6 1999 Bridges to Babylon tours.
Damp didn't deter supreme showman Mick Jagger's Jumping Jack Flash amid the lightning and Get Off Of My Cloud beneath the rain clouds.
He quipped "You paid your cash, you get the same 100 per cent," adding " Congratulations to the Blades for getting back in the Premiership".
Full set list revisited below and, if you were there, share your photos, videos and memories with us.
Crowd singing in the rain
Jumping Jack Flash
Start Me Up
She's So Cold
Let's Spend The Night Together
Frontman Mick Jagger makes a point
Sway
Streets Of Love
Bitch
It's Only Rock'n Roll
Guitar hero Keith Richard
Tumbling Dice
--- Introductions
Slipping Away (Keith)
Before They Make Me Run (Keith)
Miss You (to B-stage)
Rough Justice
Get Off Of My Cloud
Axeman Ronnie Wood
Honky Tonk Women (to main stage)
Sympathy For The Devil
Brown Sugar
You Can't Always Get What You Want (encore)
Satisfaction (encore)
Light fantastic Stones show
Star front page news
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The makers of popular ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s has recalled four batches of its product after pieces of metal were discovered in them.
Unilever said it had identified a period of production where small pieces of metal may have found their way into tubs of Cookie Dough ice cream.
As a precaution it is recalling all potentially affected items.
The affected batches are 500ml cartons of Cookie Dough, with batch codes L62110L011 / L62111L011 / L62112L011 / L62113L011.
Unilever has urged anyone who bought the affected product to dispose of it immediately and contact its customer care line on 0800 146 252 to arrange a replacement. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/flake-you-don-t-want-in-your-ice-cream-1-8095661 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/4887f9f0722b29a44d10ef516f75c8742f78c90d101d080bc06f3c592c5ab330.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:49:53 | null | 2016-08-26T13:06:06 | A mother | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fmum-s-the-word-flexibility-key-to-good-mother-daughter-relationship-1-8090827.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090826.1472213262!/image/image.jpg | en | null | MUM'S THE WORD: flexibility key to good mother-daughter relationship | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | A mother's state of mind rather than her teen daughter's stroppy attitude is the key to surviving adolescence, according to new research.
Adolescence was a tough time for both teenage daughters going through puberty and parents having to cope with their emotional roller coaster of changing hormones.
Now scientists have found the exact formula so that mums and daughters can survive those turbulent years (soundtracked here with Spice Girls Mama).
If teenage girls can manage their emotions and both are flexible in coping with the changes their relationship may stand the test of time, Canadian researchers found.
Those mums and daughters who struggled to adapt had the worst relationship quality afterwards, researchers at Queen's University, Ontario said.
But it was the mother's mental health rather than the daughter's which was key to how the relationship fared.
If mums had depression and anxiety, her relationship with her daughter was more likely to be doomed.
Co-author Dr Jessica Lougheed in the department of psychology said: "This study reflects a growing need to examine how typically developing adolescents - those without a diagnosis of any major mental health issue - learn to manage their emotions.
"Being able to effectively manage emotions in different kinds of emotional contexts - called 'emotion regulation' - is a crucial part of healthy development."
The study examined how mother-daughter pairs were able to manage transitions between emotional states.
They questioned 96 typically developing adolescent girls and their mothers individually about the quality of their relationship and whether symptoms of anxiety and depression were internalised.
The mums and daughters then answered a questionnaire on times when they felt happy, worried, proud, frustrated, and grateful toward each other and took part in a series of three-minute conversations about those emotional experiences.
Researchers then analysed the emotions they showed throughout the videotaped sessions.
Unsurprising, mums with less anxiety and depression symptoms, alongside 'moderate levels of flexibility' throughout the changes, had a better quality relationship.
But, the most flexible mums and daughters showed no links with relationship quality or mental health - suggesting that a moderate degree of flexibility is optimal for a strong and healthy relationship.
Associate Professor Tom Hollenstein said: "We have speculated, but never tested the hypothesis, that flexibility is sort of an inverted-U function in terms that a certain amount is just right, but too much and you become disorganised and leaning towards a lack of coherence".
The findings showed that it was the mother's depression and anxiety, as opposed to the daughters, that was consistently related to the degree of flexibility.
Dr Lougheed added this showed adolescence was not just a time of development for children, but a developmental transition for parents as well.
She said: "The adolescent developmental period is an important transition for parents and adolescents alike.
"Generally speaking, parents and teens who are able to 'go with the flow' of new emotional experiences in their relationship will likely be show better well-being in other ways as well."
The study was published in the journal Emotion. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/mum-s-the-word-flexibility-key-to-good-mother-daughter-relationship-1-8090827 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/8905b015b7b9886a94a3aa82b24a2146621f357e808706fd6bb6666bf2d9ab7e.json |
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South Yorkshire Police said over recent weeks a number of incidents have been reported at the Sandall Beat allotments, Intake.
Animals have been killed or injured and property has been damaged and stolen.
A force spokesman said: "Over the last few weeks there have been a number of break ins at Sandall Beat allotments.
"Property has been damaged and stolen and chickens, ducks and other livestock killed, injured or stolen."
Anyone with information should call South Yorkshire Police on 101.
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] | 2016-08-26T13:03:53 | null | 2016-08-22T19:17:52 | It was very much a game of two halves, with the first two days bathed in summer sunshine and the second two ravaged by rain and wind. But when the final whistle blew, the consensus of opinion was that York’s Ebor Festival had been an end-to-end thriller. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fhorse-racing%2Fyork-s-ebor-festival-proves-it-is-one-of-the-best-meetings-team-gb-racing-delivers-1-8082839.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8082838.1471888521!/image/image.jpg | en | null | York’s Ebor Festival proves it is one of the best meetings Team GB Racing delivers | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | It was very much a game of two halves, with the first two days bathed in summer sunshine and the second two ravaged by rain and wind. But when the final whistle blew, the consensus of opinion was that York’s Ebor Festival had been an end-to-end thriller.
Sorry about the footballing metaphors. It seems that not even the Olympics can camouflage the start of a new season. But you know what I mean. Certainly you will if you spent a day or four on the Knavesmire last week, lapping up some of the best entertainment Team GB Racing can deliver.
The trendy riposte to those who object to turning the sport into an artificial singing and dancing circus for the alcohol-fuelled masses is that racing should be fun. Well, if York’s meeting wasn’t fun, packing in as it did top-class, competitive racing, on a majestic racecourse, among sensibly-sized crowds that created a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere, then I don’t what is.
It definitely seemed to float the boats of Irish owners Aidan ‘Red’ Shiels and friends, judging by their wild celebrations after HEARTBREAK CITY’S runaway romp in the Ebor itself. Celebrations that even surpassed those the previous day of another owner, Clive Washbourn, who let rip with abandon when his juvenile colt, CONTRAPPOSTO, flew home to snatch second in the big £60,000 Convivial Maiden as a 50/1 shot.
Fun for those whose passion for racing runs as deep as Shiels’s and Washbourn’s equates to revelling in the kind of performances and storylines that emerged from York’s showpiece festival. Here’s my potted day-by-day review, complete with a handful of horses to follow:
DAY ONE (WEDNESDAY)
When the Ebor Festival was washed out by heavy rain in 2008, Juddmonte International Day became the first of four to be abandoned. This time round, the day belonged to POSTPONED, authoritative winner of the near £1 million Group One.
Roger Varian’s 5yo dismissed doubts not only about the wellbeing and form of the yard’s string, but also, and more significantly, the horse’s dubious record over 10f. One of the rare astute uses of a pacemaker, coupled with an eminently sensible ride by the brilliant Andrea Atzeni, put the fears to bed as Postponed made full use of his stamina to stride clear from the 3f pole.
A tilt at the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, for which he would surely have gone close last season but for owner Sheikh Mohammed Obaid’s fall-out with previous trainer Luca Cumani, is the logical next step. However, the outcome was also a welcome shot in the arm for the increasingly maligned King George, with the 2015 winner of Ascot’s great race beating into second this year’s winner, HIGHLAND REEL.
The opening day also featured, albeit in a sub-standard Great Voltigeur Stakes, a similarly convincing performance by IDAHO, particularly as he was only just ready after a break and was given a lot to do in rear. As we identified after the Derby, the son of Galileo is a class act, although I wouldn’t be certain that he’ll appreciate the extra 2f of the St Leger, for which he is now a short favourite. His style of running, his turn of speed and his pedigree all point to his optimum trip being 12f or even 10f.
THREE TO FOLLOW: Mutakkayef, Oceane, La Casa Tarifa.
DAY TWO (THURSDAY)
A swathe of well-fanced horses obliged during the week. But a notable exception was the 2yo Frankel filly, FAIR EVA, turned over at 4/11 in the 6f Lowther Stakes. Excuses abounded, but not from seasoned trainer Roger Charlton, who kept a cool head and wisely suggested that she was simply beaten by a speedier offspring of the great horse and is more of a miler than a sprinter. In fact, the winner, QUEEN KINDLY, looked special, and the runner-up, ROLY POLY, is improving rapidly too.
Improvement is also the key word belonging to SEVENTH HEAVEN, who powered to victory in the Yorkshire Oaks, swamping two top-notch rivals, FOUND and QUEEN’S TRUST, who were travelling much more sweetly. Aidan O’Brien’s filly has stepped up dramatically for hold-up tactics and galloping tracks.
THREE TO FOLLOW: Mustashry, Abingdon, Jadaayil.
DAY THREE (FRIDAY)
As the rain clouds hovered, punters were faced with their worst guessing-game nightmare, particularly for a fiendishly competitive renewal of the Coolmore Nunthorpe. In the end, enough rain soaked one of the fastest 5f tracks in the country to allow MECCA’S ANGEL to treat us to a textbook display of polished sprinting. When sold to the breeding sheds at the end of the season, the 5yo grey will surely fetch a fee of seven figures.
Not for the first or last time during the meeting, the runner-up ran a blinder as well, especially as LIMATO was tackling the minimum trip for the first time.
Half an hour earlier, what a delight it was too to see NEMORALIA back in the winner’s enclosure. If ever there was a Group One heroine in waiting, Jeremy Noseda’s filly is it.
THREE TO FOLLOW: Rivet, Via Serendipity, Another Touch.
DAY FOUR (SATURDAY)
Contrary to public myth, most of Irish handler Tony Martin’s UK plots and raids do NOT succeed. But this one did, with knobs on, as 5lb claimer Adam McNamara was showered with glowing praise for steering home HEARTBREAK CITY in the Ebor.
The 6yo dual-purpose gelding had to share the limelight, however, with Gimcrack winner BLUE POINT, who laughed at criticism of his defeat at Goodwood. Yes, he’d been a beaten odds-on shot on the Downs, but only in a massive step-up in class against the best UK-trained juvenile seen so far this season, MEHMAS.
THREE TO FOLLOW: a real shame that Sandown’s Solario day clashed with York. Hope that, as a result, you didn’t miss the eyecatching runs of Persuasive, South Seas and Cartmell Cleave.
Skelton’s gold medal caps the most colourful of life-stories
All kinds of sports received a boost via Team GB’s record-breaking heroics at the Rio Olympics. And thankfully, racing didn’t miss out, courtesy of Nick Skelton, father of Jumps trainer Dan and jockey Harry, who strode to a glorious gold medal. As a youngster in the mid-1970s and early 1980s, I remember watching Skelton as a rookie rider, under the wing of Ted Edgar, when showjumping was shown on primetime TV by the BBC. His tear-jerking achievement in Brazil, made all the more remarkable by his well-documented broken neck and hip replacement, caps the most colourful of life-stories both on and off horseback. I loved how he deflected credit to his admirable mount, the 13-year-old Big Star. But I will love even more the updated version of his superb autobiography, ‘Only Falls And Horses’.
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] | 2016-08-26T13:09:46 | null | 2016-08-26T12:00:00 | With recent events including the stamp duty changes and the EU referendum vote the property market has certainly been through a few tricky times, however it has come through fighting and we are currently in a growing rental market. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fproperty-news%2Fsheffield-and-the-north-a-growing-property-market-1-8078100.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8078098.1471600057!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Sheffield and the north a growing property market | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | With recent events including the stamp duty changes and the EU referendum vote the property market has certainly been through a few tricky times, however it has come through fighting and we are currently in a growing rental market.
Yes the market is actually growing, in recently publish figures from ‘Countrywide Lettings Index’ we can see that tenant demand has risen by 10% from this time last year and tenants are willing to pay extra for their perfect rental property. This drive in demand is due in part to the lack of affordable housing (purchase) but in certain large cities such as Sheffield the drive is due to the job market, universities and the city lifestyle choice often attracting young professional who are not a the stage of deciding their roots.
We have seen rental prices increase from last year and multiple applications on sought after properties which is really giving landlord the choice of tenant. The summer months are Sheffield’s lettings market boom months when demand is high and supply of property is also generous which is great for both tenants and landlords.
While other areas of the UK lettings market are seeing marginal decline in rental growth the North has hit a two year high which is great for landlords in the northern powerhouse Cities, the yields are also presenting excellent investments for landlords.
If you’re looking for a buy to let property the northern cities are really proving attractive, Sheffield West is a growing market and is sure to stay buoyant for the foreseeable future.
Blundells are actively supporting local charities, why not call in to your local office to find out more, or join us seeking Elephants across Sheffields city centre with ‘The herd of Sheffield’
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The towering centre half has settled in well since his summer switch from Huddersfield Town and the early signs of a partnership with Andy Butler have looked promising.
The duo have played a vital role in the back-t0-back clean sheets in victories over Cambridge United and Cheltenham Town.
And Wright wants plenty more as he looks to help Rovers push for a return to League One.
“Clean sheets bring confidence,” the 21-year-old said. “It’s not just for the defenders but the whole team.
“It’s not just our job to defend but everyone’s.
“We’re really confident going into the next game.
“To keep clean sheets and play the way we did at Cheltenham, it’s a real bonus for the lads.
“The last two have been 1-0 wins but the way we performed, we probably deserved more.
“It’s key to keep clean sheets. We’re proven that in the last couple of games.”
Wright insists he always believed it would take time for Rovers to settle this term, given the large influx of new faces in the summer.
And he says there is still plenty of improvement to come.
“We’ve got to learn from each other,” he said. “We’re still trying to improve.
“There were a lot of new players coming in so everyone is still getting used to each other.
“We’re playing well but there’s always room for improvement.”
Rovers have no fresh injury worries ahead of Saturday’s game with Yeovil Town at the Keepmoat.
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] | 2016-08-30T12:46:43 | null | 2016-08-30T11:53:18 | There is currently one lane closed on a Doncaster stretch of motorway, following a collision involving a motorbike and a lorry. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fdelays-on-doncaster-motorway-due-to-two-vehicle-smash-1-8095620.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095619.1472554469!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Delays on Doncaster motorway due to two-vehicle smash | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | There is currently one lane closed on a Doncaster stretch of motorway, following a collision involving a motorbike and a lorry.
There is currently one lane closed, queuing traffic and long delays on A1(M) southbound between J37, A635 (Marr) and J36 A630 Warmsworth Road, as a result of the accident.
There is also congestion on A1 to Wentbridge South.
It is not yet known whether anyone has been involved in the collision. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/delays-on-doncaster-motorway-due-to-two-vehicle-smash-1-8095620 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/b268ada3c3e4843f5946d478406df32730c6c74083b5f9342d62c7756382d605.json |
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] | 2016-08-29T06:47:43 | null | 2016-08-29T06:35:17 | Three is the magic number for Doncaster Rovers. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdoncaster-rovers%2Frovers-news%2Fdoncaster-rovers-4-yeovil-1-williams-hat-trick-as-rovers-find-momentum-1-8093219.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093218.1472391389!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Rovers 4 Yeovil 1: Williams hat-trick as Rovers find momentum | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Three is the magic number for Doncaster Rovers.
They made it three successive wins with their triumph over Yeovil Town, a result which took them into the top three of League Two.
And it came with three goals from Andy Williams.
The striker volleyed in from a tight angle after just 34 seconds to get Rovers off to a superb start.
While the physically robust Yeovil side had the better of the first half, they struggled to truly test Marko Marosi.
And Rovers doubled their lead nine minutes into the second half when Tommy Rowe picked out James Coppinger who struck a superb volley from 15 yards into the bottom corner.
Yeovil hit back almost immediately when a loss of concentration saw Matty Blair head back towards his own goal where Ryan Hedges lurked before intercepting and firing low under Marosi.
Holding on to the winning margin became easier for Rovers 14 minutes from time when Yeovil centre half Bevis Mugabi was sent off for a second bookable offence after dragging back Williams as he broke clear.
And Williams certainly had the last laugh.
Coppinger waltzed through the Yeovil defence on 82 minutes and cut a pass back to Williams who slotted home from the middle of the box.
And in added time, the striker darted into space to head home Rowe’s cross
THAT FEELING? IT’S MOMENTUM
It seems a long time since Rovers had any momentum of which to speak, particularly any where there was a genuine chance of success coming at the end of it.
While it is far too early to be discussing automatic promotion from League Two, three successive wins have raised hopes and positivity Rovers are on the right track.
And the manner of the latest win backs that up.
Rovers scored four for the first time since February 2015 - which was also the last time they won three games on the spin. And they did that without playing particularly well or being deserving of such a wide margin.
After taking an early lead, they became sloppy and struggled to keep possession for any length of time - something they showed themselves capable of at Cheltenham Town the previous week. It allowed Yeovil to come back into the game and control the first half.
Importantly, and for the first time this season, they took their chances when they came, starting with a goal with less than a minute on the clock.
And while they faced periods of real pressure, they showed excellent defensive resilience once more and restricted Yeovil to only a couple of real chances.
STRIKER WITH A SMILE
There are times when it seems that everything Williams touches turns to goals.
And then there are times which bring only frustration to Williams and supporters, as his obvious qualities in front of goal evade him.
The striker struggles to hide his frustration when things are not going his way. He is a very serious character, self-critical yet quick to defend himself against any criticism from others.
So it is refreshing to see him with a smile on his face and playing in that mould.
How could he not be after netting his first ever hat-trick in senior football.
He had no time for frustration to take over his afternoon as he volleyed home with seconds on the clock.
It was a brilliant finish made even better because of how instinctive it was. Williams can be accused of over-playing and over-thinking. As the ball fell to him, he just lashed it into far corner.
And his two other goals came from a man with freshly-boosted confidence as he peeled away into space and finished with composure and conviction.
The hope now is that Williams will go on a run that will keep Rovers in the top three. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/doncaster-rovers/rovers-news/doncaster-rovers-4-yeovil-1-williams-hat-trick-as-rovers-find-momentum-1-8093219 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/abaa1dc0c3bf0c045dbc33fb6188f52240c6e7fd315ec283a6c160e78afb13b6.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T06:47:50 | null | 2016-08-30T06:00:39 | YORKSHIRE chief Martyn Moxon believes the announcement that first-team coach Jason Gillespie is to leave the club at the end of the season will only inspire the players to send him on his way with a hat-trick of titles. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fcricket%2Fjason-gillespie-s-exit-set-to-inspire-yorkshire-towards-title-hat-trick-says-martyn-moxon-1-8094963.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8094960.1472504583!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Jason Gillespie’s exit set to inspire Yorkshire towards title hat-trick, says Martyn Moxon | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | YORKSHIRE chief Martyn Moxon believes the announcement that first-team coach Jason Gillespie is to leave the club at the end of the season will only inspire the players to send him on his way with a hat-trick of titles.
Yorkshire confirmed yesterday that Gillespie is going at the end of the summer, citing family reasons after his wife and children recently returned to Australia.
Gillespie will join them at home in Adelaide in October after five seasons in charge of Yorkshire, whom he has led to back-to-back County Championships.
Director of cricket Moxon believes the timing of the announcement – with second-placed Yorkshire five points behind leaders Middlesex with four games left – will only motivate the side to give Gillespie a fairytale send-off.
“I don’t see it (the timing) being a problem,” said Moxon.
“If anything, I think it’s going to inspire everybody to finish the season strongly.
WELCOME: Jason Gillespie with Martyn Moxon at Headingley after his appointment as first-team coach in 2011. Picture: Steve Riding
“It’s not going to negatively affect the dressing room, and it’s just a little bit more inspiration, if we ever needed it, to try and get a treble of County Championships.
“The reaction among the players when we told them was, ‘let’s finish on a high and send Dizzy out on a high’. That’s the message.”
The players were told in the aftermath of Yorkshire’s Royal London Cup semi-final defeat to Surrey on Sunday.
Moxon said the announcement was also designed to head off ongoing speculation surrounding Gillespie’s future, with the fact that he would probably leave during the close season having been an open secret in-and-around Headingley due to his family situation.
Dizzy has headed it up and put his stamp on the team. Martyn Moxon talking about the contribution of departing coach Jason Gillespie.
“Clearly, there’s been a lot of speculation,” said Moxon.
“Dizzy’s been asked quite a bit about the future, hence why we’ve made the announcement now to squash all the speculation, because that does create doubt in the dressing room when people hear rumours.
“We took a balanced view on it and felt it was probably best to end all the speculation now, and get it out there so everybody knows exactly what’s happening.
“Ideally, it would have been nice to have done it after winning the semi-final rather than losing one, so it had nothing to do with the result of that match.”
MAGIC MEMORY: Yorkshire director of cricket, Martyn Moxon, and first team coach Jason Gillespie celebrate with the County Championship trophy at Trent Bridge in 2014.
Moxon admitted he had known for some time that Yorkshire would have to start searching for a new head coach.
He has enjoyed a strong working relationship with Gillespie, overseeing all cricketing affairs while Gillespie has focused on the day-to-day running of the first XI.
“We’ve known for some time within the management group, and it’s no surprise to us that are close to him,” said Moxon. “With Anna and the children going back after the school term, and the fact that the family over there were missing the grandkids, etcetera, it’s not a surprise that it was going to be difficult for Diz to be here for several months of the year while his family were in Australia.
“From my point of view, I can only thank him for what he’s done and say that it’s been a pleasure to work with him. We’ve worked really well and closely together, and we get on as friends as well, so it’s been something really special these last five years.”
What Gillespie has done is best highlighted by Yorkshire’s Championship record in the past five seasons.
Going into tomorrow’s game against Hampshire at Southampton, Yorkshire have lost just five of 76 Championship fixtures under his leadership, becoming the standout force in four-day cricket.
“Dizzy has headed up the first team for five years and done a fantastic job,” said Moxon.
“He’s created an environment whereby some good players can go out and play and express themselves.
“All of the support staff have played their part within the group, and it’s been a real team effort, but Dizzy has headed it up and he’s put his stamp on the team.
“Particularly in four-day cricket, it’s a remarkable record, and we’re starting to improve in one-day cricket as well, so he’s done a great job for Yorkshire overall.”
Gillespie, 41, was unavailable for comment yesterday pending a press conference at Headingley this morning when he will clarify his reasons for going.
Moxon will begin the search for his successor after ruling himself out of the running to combine both roles.
“I’ve moved on from that now,” he said. “I think it’s impossible to combine the overseeing and the day-to-day running of the first team because there’s too much involved.
“I’m keen to stay where I am doing what I’m doing, and we’ll appoint somebody in time to carry on the work and oversee the next few years.
“I’ve got a couple of things I want to explore (possible successors to Gillespie), but, if nothing comes of those, then it will be the end of the season before we look at it more closely.”
Among potential candidates could be England assistant coach Paul Farbrace and the Gloucestershire head coach Richard Dawson, both of whom have recently coached the Yorkshire second team.
But whoever takes over will have some mighty shoes to fill.
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] | 2016-08-31T02:48:03 | null | 2016-08-31T02:23:01 | Darren Ferguson revealed he demanded more of his Doncaster Rovers side at half time after being disappointed with their early show against Mansfield Town. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdoncaster-rovers%2Frovers-news%2Fdoncaster-rovers-darren-ferguson-wanted-more-against-mansfield-town-1-8096997.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8096996.1472606692!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Rovers: Darren Ferguson wanted more against Mansfield Town | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Darren Ferguson revealed he demanded more of his Doncaster Rovers side at half time after being disappointed with their early show against Mansfield Town.
Rovers were much improved after the break and scored goals through debutant Alfie Beestin and Riccardo Calder to get their Checkatrade Trophy campaign off to an ideal start with a 2-0 win.
Ferguson said he wanted his side to be a bit less nice at Field Mill but was happy with the response.
"I thought second half we were good," he said.
"First half we did ok. I didn't think we played with enough zest in our game. It was a bit too nice for me.
"We spoke about that at half time. I expected more out of them to be honest which is a compliment. I could easily have gone in and said they had done fine.
"They had one header at the end and one shot. We were solid enough, certainly.
"We just needed more going forward. Second half they did that. I felt they we really good."
READ MORE Match report: Mansfield Town 0 Doncaster Rovers 2
Ferguson named a particularly young team for the game with Reece Fielding and Liam Mandeville joining Beestin as teenage starters while Danny Amos, Will Longbottom and Joe Pugh came off the bench.
And the Rovers boss feels they justified him tipping them for successful careers.
He said: "For me, the future in terms of the players that played is bright.
"We've got a lot of young players but good ones.
"I said to them at the end they have to trust each other. They played a totally different system and it worked.
"It's not really about systems, it's about trusting each other.
"Once they got a bit more energy out wide and Matty Blair and Riccardo Calder started running their full backs a bit more, I thought we controlled the game.
"Two good goals. A debut goal for Alfie and Calder's first goal."
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Mitchell Lund was the most serious of a quartet of concerns and will certainly miss tomorrow night’s Checkatrade Trophy trip to Mansfield Town.
The defender was passing blood in his urine after suffering a blow to his ribs early in the second half on Saturday.
Matty Blair, John Marquis and Joe Wright will also be checked over after suffering knocks against the Glovers.
And the diagnoses will be a major influence on the decision of boss Darren Ferguson over whether he will make new loan signings before Wednesday’s transfer deadline.
“A couple of lads have gone to hospital,” Ferguson said after the game. “Matty Blair took a knock to the ribs and Mitchell took the same. He’s definitely gone to hospital.
“When he went to the toilet, blood came out.
“Matty finished the game ok so we’ll see how he is.
“Joe Wright took a thumb to the eye and John Marquis says he feels a little bit concussed.
“It’s just going on and on for us.
“I’ve got until Wednesday to make loan signings and we’ll do what we think is right for the club in the long term, mid term and short term.
“Clearly, if I keep getting defenders injured I’m going to have a problem. It’s going to force my hand.
“There are one or two options that we have.
“For example, Mitchell could go to centre half but of course, if he’s injured that leaves me a bit short.
“We’ll just have to see how it goes.”
After Rovers picked up a third successive win to go third in League Two, Ferguson praised his side for the manner in which they have handled to horrendous injury situation at the club since the summer.
He said: “With the injuries we had, at least we know the sort of time they’re going to be out.
“With the ones I’ve got fit, I’d like to keep a consistent team.
“It just so happens I can’t do that.
“I had to change my back four in a game again.
“I have to give credit to the team, considering how many changes we’ve had to make and changes within games and injuries, we’ve coped really well.
“To have ten points after five games is good.” | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/doncaster-rovers/rovers-news/doncaster-rovers-darren-ferguson-in-turmoil-over-loan-moves-after-fresh-raft-of-injuries-1-8093395 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/2f8e723831d691b1d369b7976df7472f934bdb4227b3e9945b51a8f0738381c3.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:48:03 | null | 2016-08-26T12:55:11 | With bank holiday weekend approaching, Royal National Lifeboat Institution calls on South Yorkshire coastal visitors to put safety first. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fwarning-how-to-escape-rip-tide-timely-advice-1-8090788.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8090786.1472212793!/image/image.jpg | en | null | WARNING: How to escape rip tide timely advice | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | With bank holiday weekend approaching, Royal National Lifeboat Institution calls on South Yorkshire coastal visitors to put safety first.
Following tragic incidents this week, resulting in deaths of a group of swimmers, the charity is urging everyone to take extra care by the coast.
Rip tide alert ... at a glance
RNLI senior lifeguard manager Steve Instance said: “Conditions can change quickly at the beach, so it is really important to respect the water and take extra care when visiting the coast.
“If you want to swim or bathe in the sea we would advise you do so at a lifeguarded beach. The red and yellow flags indicate the safest areas to swim and lifeguards keep watch over this area, so if you do get into difficulty raise your arm and call for help.
“RNLI lifeguards are always happy to answer any questions or advise of any risks, including where any rip currents may be, which can catch out even the most experienced swimmers.
“Check tide times, tide height and weather conditions for the day. If you intend to take part in activities on the water, such as kayaking, always wear a floatation device and carry a means of communication so you can raise the alarm if you find yourself in trouble.
“If you spot anyone in difficulty at the coast ring 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”
This weekend extra teams will be in place at various locations around the coast to provide safety advice to help keep members of the public safe.
What to do if you get caught in a rip current:
• Stay calm – don’t panic
• If you can stand, wade don’t swim
• Keep hold of your board or inflatable to help you float
• Raise your hand and shout for help
• Never try to swim directly against the rip or you’ll get exhausted
• Swim parallel to the beach until free of the rip, then make for shore | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/warning-how-to-escape-rip-tide-timely-advice-1-8090788 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/4cafc4ee410cdb4e0e4ca2070fad254a2dcb8c8c813149c5e4e8c875e578c0bc.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T08:47:42 | null | 2016-08-29T08:14:04 | Doncaster Rovers Belles are still searching for their first FA Women’s Super League 1 points of the season after a 1-0 defeat at Liverpool. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fdoncaster-rovers-belles-must-be-more-clinical-says-defender-roberts-1-8093338.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093337.1472397437!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Rovers Belles must be more clinical, says defender Roberts | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Doncaster Rovers Belles are still searching for their first FA Women’s Super League 1 points of the season after a 1-0 defeat at Liverpool.
And though defender Rhiannon Roberts was impressed by her side’s resilience under heavy pressure from Liverpool, she admitted they need to be more clinical.
“Sometimes it just felt like wave after wave of attacks but I thought we dealt with it well so in that respect we were pretty pleased to go in at half-time 0-0 and we were still in the game until the end,” Roberts said.
Belles did look like scoring through but home goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain forced into making the save of the game when she dived down low to her right to keep out Katrin Omarsdottir’s shot.
“I was already celebrating when Katrin hit that shot but it was a great save and unfortunately you’ve got to take your chances in this league,” said Roberts.
“Every game we go into we believe we can get points and we are not bothered about who it is we are playing. We showed today that we can go out and put in a performance.
“It was just hard to take as I thought we could have got something from the game.
“We want to compete and stay in this league and I think we are showing week by week that we are getting better. Eventually it will come.”
Thursday’s visit of Sunderland to the Keepmoat Stadium (7.45pm) is a must- win game in Belles’ bid to retain their League 1 status.
This is one most of the games from which they can more realistically expect to gain reward.
Sunderland have six points, as do Reading (whom Belles have still to play twice) and Belles have games in hand on both.
The fixture will beSunderland’s first competitive action for a month.
* To buy tickets to an FA Women’s Super League match near you click here: http://www.ticketstores.co.uk/fawsl/ | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/football/doncaster-rovers-belles-must-be-more-clinical-says-defender-roberts-1-8093338 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ef7912a8d7a21426f106cf014c54d7a23de018a74a7b6f30319d2316816db6a8.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T16:46:22 | null | 2016-08-28T16:34:13 | Hundreds of people braved the bad Bank Holiday weather to attend a Doncaster driving pageant yesterday. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fclassic-cars-galore-at-doncaster-charity-pageant-1-8093373.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8093369.1472398422!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Classic cars galore at Doncaster charity pageant | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Hundreds of people braved the bad Bank Holiday weather to attend a Doncaster driving pageant yesterday.
The Respect Drivers Pageant saw more than 100 historic, classic and supercars roar into Bawtry yesterday for the annual event which aims to raise money for the Respect Carer Awards.
Debbie McGuire stands infront of a Corvette at a Historic, Classic and Supercars Pageant at Bawtry. Picture: Andrew Roe
Scores of Bawtry cafés, restaurants and bars also took part in the classic fundraiser, which is now in its sixth year.
Event organiser, Gordon Tulley, said : “This year’s event was even bigger than last year and there were more exciting cars to take dream rides in.
“There was additional entertainment late into the evening and during the day the atmosphere was great with all the bars and cafés participating providing outside seating.
“The aim of this event is to raise money for Respect Carers Awards. These awards are given three times per year to both paid and unpaid carers throughout our region “This has benefited dozens of those who care for our loved ones from nurses, hospice staff, ambulance staff family members to carers within our community and all are nominated by the public.”
Be Envied have dressed up in race girls outfit at a Historic, Classic and Supercars Pageant at Bawtry. Picture: Andrew Roe
War hero, Ben Parkinson, was among those who attended this year’s event, where people were also able to enjoy a variety of attractions and entertainment throughout the day in the form of vintage stalls positioned at the heart of the event.
• For more information on Respect Bawtry and its awards honouring the borough’s care please visit www.respectbawtry.blogspot.co.uk | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/classic-cars-galore-at-doncaster-charity-pageant-1-8093373 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ed7cf2d7b4ca9290ce3146bcf548de6c7044f1aa53218179c3eb0577752da672.json |
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] | 2016-08-27T10:47:17 | null | 2016-08-27T10:00:00 | Dougie Flockhart is one of the key figures at Castle Park both on and off the pitch. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Flocal-sport%2Fdoncaster-knights-dougie-flockhart-believes-bar-will-be-raised-again-this-season-1-8092014.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092013.1472248275!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Knights: Dougie Flockhart believes bar will be raised again this season | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Dougie Flockhart is one of the key figures at Castle Park both on and off the pitch.
The goal-kicking wing/full-back has proved to be one of Doncaster Knights most consistent performers in recent years as well as doing a top job as fitness and conditioning coach.
The popular Scot but will be looking to impress on his return to action in the club’s final warm-up game against Darlington Mowden Park on Saturday.
Flockhart says he is happy with the squad’s level of fitness with the start of the season less than ten days away.
“It’s been a bit different this year because we finished last season so late,” he said.
“We had just five and a half weeks off whereas it’s normally seven.
“We brought in the new signings and those who missed the end of last season due to injuries, in ten days earlier.
“That worked well and they got to know each other before the other players came in.
“We are blessed compared to some of the other teams and some of the players who join us from other clubs say they were here, there and everywhere going to the gym and other places. whereas we’ve got a gym and such on site.”
Flockhart admits there is a fine line to be drawn when it comes to the intensity of fitness training.
He said: “I try and condition the boys so that they can be 90 per cent of their potential, which might seem strange, but we do that so that they can last the season out.
“When you are pushing it to the limits every day in training there is the risk of burn-out.
“We’ve gone away from the days when you were just trying to make people powerful and the main focus now is to try and keep them on the pitch.
“We do a lot of training compared with some other teams so the boys have got to be conditioned in terms of hamstrings and calves and so on.
“I split the squad into three groups so that I can cater for the specific needs of the players within each of the groups.”
Looking ahead to the new season, Flockhart said: “We’ll probably have to raise our game but I think we’ve got the players to do it. We’ve certainly got more strength in depth this season.” | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/local-sport/doncaster-knights-dougie-flockhart-believes-bar-will-be-raised-again-this-season-1-8092014 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/f9641847fb40838cf4b8d7f80025213db1ca6dae31281d56e9f0b3578b8f8897.json |
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] | 2016-08-27T00:47:01 | null | 2016-08-23T10:54:35 | Yorkshire moved to within five points of County Championship leaders Middlesex after wrapping up a resounding 305-run victory over Nottinghamshire at Scarborough. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fcricket%2Fgallery-yorkshire-v-nottinghamshire-tim-bresnan-s-career-best-return-seals-white-rose-victory-1-8083613.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092101.1472254135!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GALLERY: Yorkshire v Nottinghamshire - Tim Bresnan’s career-best return seals White Rose victory | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Yorkshire moved to within five points of County Championship leaders Middlesex after wrapping up a resounding 305-run victory over Nottinghamshire at Scarborough.
Knowing a victory was needed to keep pace at the top of the table in what was their game in hand on their main title rivals, the White Rose county backed up Gary Ballance’s decision not to follow-on on Wednesday by securing the win early in the afternoon session.
They needed just 34.3 overs to claim the final seven wickets as the visitors were bowled out for 146 chasing 452 to win and leave their own hopes of survival in Division One hanging in the balance.
They remain rooted bottom to the bottom of the table with three matches to play while Yorkshire stay second and well in the hunt for a third successive Championship title.
Despite heavy rain for much of the evening on the east coast, play got under way on time thanks in no part to the decision to transport the club’s ‘Blotter’ from Headingley to North Marine Road in the early hours of the morning.
The machine spent two hours drying the outfield, and Tim Bresnan was soon reaping the rewards as he had Tom Moores (41) caught by Adam Lyth at second slip from just the fourth ball of the morning.
GOT HIM: Yorkshire's Tim Bresnan celebrates dismissing Nottinghamshire's Chris Read for his fifth wicket of the innings. Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix
Having taken two wickets in an over on the previous day, Bresnan continued his fine form with the ball, with Samit Patel the next to succumb to the England all-rounder as he feathered an edge through to wicketkeeper Andrew Hodd.
Notts captain Chris Read fared little better as Bresnan picked up his fifth wicket, Jake Lehman the catcher at fourth slip, but Brendan Taylor and Brett Hutton were able to forge a partnership to see Notts through to lunch.
The pair added 47 for the seventh wicket, but just three balls after the interval they were parted as Ryan Sidebottom found Hutton’s outside edge and Hodd took the simplest of catches.
That sparked a lower order collapse, as Brendan Taylor (38) pushed a wide ball from Jack Brooks to Alex Lees at cover and Luke Fletcher was bowled from the very next ball to leave Notts on the brink of defeat.
People had a pop at us for not enforcing the follow-on but it shows the strength of our team and we stick by what we believe gives us the best opportunity to win a game of cricket. Yorkshire head coach, Jason Gillespie.
Imran Tahir was able to survive the hat-trick delivery, but he faced just three more deliveries before fending Brooks off to Lees at short-leg as the final four wickets fell in just three-and-a-half overs after lunch.
Bresnan finished with career best figures of 5-36 and his best in any first-class match across the two innings of 8-51.
Afterwards, Jason Gillespie said the result vindicated the decision not to enforce the follow-on.
“It was the right call,” he said. “People had a pop at us for not enforcing the follow-on but it shows the strength of our team and we stick by what we believe gives us the best opportunity to win a game of cricket. We’ve been vindicated in it.
Yorkshire come out to field against Nottinghamshire on the final day of the match at Scarborough. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
“It’s a very important result against a very good side. Obviously Notts didn’t play their best cricket but we knew they were going to be a good challenge. We’re pleased as punch. To go from 51 for six on the first day to win by 300 runs – this team never ceases to amaze me. It’s important how you respond to the positions we find ourselves in at times, but I couldn’t be any more proud of them. There’s no words to describe it.
“You can point to a number of individual performances this game that were wonderful performances, but with the team collective there was no panic. There was a real calmness in the dressing room even when we found ourselves in a spot of bother. That is a hallmark of a decent side and a side that backs their ability, trusts their game and believes.
“That’s fantastic for us going into these last four games but we know we just have to control what we can and keep level-headed. Hopefully, that will give us a chance to compete and put us somewhere near the top at the end of the season.”
Yorkshire celebrate victory over Nottinghamshire at Scarborough and thank the fans and supporters for their support. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
Yorkshire's Tim Bresnan celebrates dismissing Nottinghamshire's Tom Moores at Scarborough. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
Nottinghamshire's Brett Hutton narrowly avoids being run out against Yorkshire. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
Injured captain Andrew Gale watches on at Scarborough on day four as his team clinch victory against Nottinghamshire. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
Yorkshire's Jack Brooks takes the final wicket of Nottinghamshire's Imran Tahir to give them victoryat Scarborough on Friday. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/cricket/gallery-yorkshire-v-nottinghamshire-tim-bresnan-s-career-best-return-seals-white-rose-victory-1-8083613 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/75357bee0c29d2a46563c9b24cfc6f62fb4bf1ba8f1023c0feff49da91b6427c.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T10:48:30 | null | 2016-08-30T11:29:59 | Seat’s first crossover, the family-sized Ateca, directly targets Nissan’s Quashqai in this growing segment and looks a strong proposition. Jonathan Crouch checks out what’s on offer. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Froad-test-seat-ateca-is-a-sharply-styled-family-crossover-1-8095571.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095566.1472552969!/image/image.jpg | en | null | ROAD TEST: Seat Ateca is a sharply styled family crossover | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Seat’s first crossover, the family-sized Ateca, directly targets Nissan’s Quashqai in this growing segment and looks a strong proposition. Jonathan Crouch checks out what’s on offer.
Seat’s Ateca looks a strong proposition in the family crossover segment.
Seat Ateca.
It’s well priced, sharply-styled and offers the sporty feel the sector seems to want. In fact, you wonder why it took the Spanish brand so long to bring us a car like this.
Not before time, the Volkswagen Group is properly getting on board with the current market preference for Qashqai-style crossover models.
We’ll see a whole series of cars like this from the conglomerate over the next few years, and here’s Seat’s take on the concept, the Ateca.
Named after a traditional Spanish town, the Ateca shares much with its Volkswagen Tiguan cousin but, says Seat, offers a sportier, more lifestyle-orientated approach to this kind of car.
Seat Ateca.
And a more affordable one too. Sounds promising.
Seat promises a line-up of petrol and diesel engines ranging in power from 115 to 190PS - expect a couple of petrol units and three diesels.
There’s the choice of six-speed manual or optional dual-clutch automatic transmission, plus four-wheel drive will be available on the diesels.
We expect the 2.0 TDI 190PS diesel to be the unit many buyers will target and it’s a strong engine that pulls willingly from low speeds, though isn’t the most refined powerplant of its kind.
Seat Ateca.
Early reports suggest that the Ateca will ride firmly - in line with Seat’s preference to make it ‘sporty’ - that’s something potential buyers will need to like.
The lofty driving position will please them, as will the way that all the major controls are clustered around you.
Not so good are the thick, angled C-pillars that block rear three-quarter vision. An optional park assist system and birds-eye camera help with tight spaces.
Under skin, the Ateca sits on the same MQB platform as its more conventional Leon stablemate and uses most of the same mechanicals found in Volkswagen’s very similar Tiguan model.
Seat Ateca.
Inside, it’s also very similar to the Leon - which is no bad thing.
The fit and finish is of high quality, though the plastics get scratchier the farther down you go.
In the front, there’s decent room for two adults on supportive seats.
It’s the same in the back, though it’s disappointing to find that the rear seats don’t slide or recline like they do in the latest Tiguan.
The boot’s a bit smaller than that pricier Volkswagen rival model too, though will easily swallow a couple of big cases and a pushchair.
You access it via a tailgate offering the option of power operation: it’s one of those you can activate by waving your foot beneath the bumper.
Ateca’s pricing starts from around £18, 000 and there’s a choice of three trim levels - ‘S’, ‘SE’ and range-topping ‘Xcellence’, a variant which should come in at under £30, 000.
The extensive array of technology options extends from full-LED headlights to a broad portfolio of assistance systems, like an innovative traffic jam assist set-up and an emergency assist feature, to a package of latest-generation infotainment systems with eight-inch touchscreens and full link connectivity.
The infotainment screen functions with MirrorLink and Apple CarPlay connectivity and the system will also read out new text, Twitter and Facebook messages and let you dictate a reply.
It’s even got the capability to let you set up your own screen gestures to shortcut to your most popular commands.
Typical Ateca owners will go for the economical diesel models but even the petrol variants should be relatively frugal thanks to advanced TSI technology.
Expect the volume 2.0 TDI diesel model to deliver nearly 60mpg on the combined cycle and a CO2 return of around 130g/km.
Go for the 190PS version and those figures are very little affected.
There’s no real penalty for choosing the super-smooth DSG automatic gearbox either.
What else? Well there’s Seat’s usual three year/60, 000 mile warranty.
That’s unexceptional when rivals like Toyota and Hyundai offer five years of cover as standard and Kia offers up to seven years.
However, the Seat deal is extendable, so you might be able to negotiate on that.
And it includes two years of Europe-wide roadside assistance.
Seat’s first effort in this segment looks to have been worth waiting for.
The Ateca isn’t quite the size of a Tiguan - but then it’s much more affordable.
And there’s a dash of spirit and character here that we think potential customers will like.
In summary, if you were just about to buy a Nissan Qashqai or something similar, an Ateca is certainly worth a look. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/road-test-seat-ateca-is-a-sharply-styled-family-crossover-1-8095571 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ace91d1e671fc7476d4a3bbb2880e1d2328b7b52d27778f8945f675418deedf0.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T22:46:57 | null | 2016-08-26T22:54:08 | Brian Johnston has resigned as manager of Armthorpe Welfare following a 3-0 defeat to Maltby Main. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fncel-johnston-quits-as-armthorpe-welfare-boss-1-8092016.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092015.1472248430!/image/image.jpg | en | null | NCEL: Johnston quits as Armthorpe Welfare boss | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Brian Johnston has resigned as manager of Armthorpe Welfare following a 3-0 defeat to Maltby Main.
Johnston has guided the club to Premier Division safety in each of his three seasons in charge, while single-handedly managing all aspects of the playing operation.
And he has reached the point where the scale of the task has become too much to handle, leading to his resignation.
Welfare issued a club statement thanking Johnston for his efforts while also insisting there is no danger of the club folding.
In the statement, Welfare said: “Brian has done an incredible job maintaining our Premier Division status while the standard of the league increases every year.
“He has single-handedly had to manage the playing side including training, organising players, warm-ups, matchdays and recruit and retain players with zero budget when some clubs are paying hundreds of pounds out on player wages every week.
“The job has taken its toll on Brian and has finally become too much to handle, especially when he has had extra pressure in his personal life recently.
“It was clear to see that Brian was becoming unhappy in his role and found it hard to find any enthusiasm, especially when we have had our worst start to a season in a long time.
“Therefore, in consultation with the committee, he has decided it is in the his own and in the club’s best interest that he resign.
“Brian is an all round good bloke and to see him gradually becoming more and more deflated was not nice.”
The statement also says such a drastic change may be what is needed to turn around Welfare’s poor start to the season.
Welfare have lost all four outings, including in both league and cup to title favourites Handsworth Parramore.
Armthorpe head to Athersley Recreation on Saturday, looking for their first win at Sheerien Park since the Barnsley side won promotion to the top flight in 2013.
Maltby Main also saw the departure of joint manager Mark Askwith ahead of the Armthorpe clash due to work commitments with Spencer Fearn taking sole control at Muglet Lane.
Askwith said; “I’ve had a great time at Maltby and I’m sad to leave, but I have a large number of work commitments which means I cannot give the time to a job like this needs.”
Fearn, who moved quickly to appoint goalkeeper coach John Stancliffe as his assistant, said, “It is a blow that we received this news from Mark, but we fully understand that he has to focus on his business.
“Managing a club at our level takes a lot of time and energy and I know it is with a heavy heart that he has made this decision, we will certainly miss him.”
Maltby have moved to strengthen their squad by signing Jordan Snodin the son of former Leeds United captain Ian. He played in the Evo-Stik Premier Division last season with Hyde United and turned down the chance of playing at a higher level to join Maltby.
Maltby take on newly promoted AFC Mansfield at home on Saturday.
Rossington Main followed up a 4-1 win over Shirebrook Town in the League Cup by beating Winterton Rangers 1-0 at Oxford Street in Division One.
Christian Savage’s second goal of the season came after just four minutes as Main beat Rangers.
Rossington have a blank weekend but visit Hallam on Tuesday. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/football/ncel-johnston-quits-as-armthorpe-welfare-boss-1-8092016 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ca63529b029411e2457272ee09af4fbed63cedd7e2fa470277864a138217ea25.json |
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] | 2016-08-31T10:46:57 | null | 2016-08-31T10:55:32 | 19 years ago today, Princess Diana died in a road smash that sent shockwaves around the world. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fon-this-day-1997-death-of-princess-diana-her-visits-to-doncaster-and-how-town-reacted-to-her-passing-1-8097494.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8097487.1472637600!/image/image.jpg | en | null | ON THIS DAY: 1997: Death of Princess Diana - her visits to Doncaster and how town reacted to her passing | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | 19 years ago today, Princess Diana died in a road smash that sent shockwaves around the world.
Everyone knows the details of that fateful day in Paris on August 31, 1997 so we're instead looking at her visit to Doncaster during her lifetime and how the town reacted in the days that followed the tragedy.
Princess Diana shares a joke with then Doncaster Council leader Gordon Gallimore.
Many may not know it, but it was Diana who officially opened The Dome way back in 1989.
It was on November 29 of that year that she was greeted at the newly completed leisure centre by crowds of excited, flag-waving youngsters and then council leader Gordon Gallimore.
She was given a tour of the premises, met with local school children and also signed a visitor's book and unveiled a ceremonial plaque which remains in the centre to this day.
Following her death eight years on from that visit to Doncaster, the town reacted with shock and an outpouring of grief, much like the rest of the country.
One of the cards left in tribute to Princess Diana in Doncaster.
Floral tributes piled up outside the Mansion House, grieving locals signed books of condolence and many local people travelled to London for her funeral.
The town itself fell eerily silent on the day of the funeral itself, with normally packed town centre streets deserted as people stayed at home to watch the moving and sombre occasion on television.
Doncaster town centre falls silent on the day of Diana's funeral.
Floral tributes to Diana pile up outside the Mansion House in September 1997.
School children await the arrival of Princess Diana to Doncaster in 1989.
The Mansion House was the focal point of Doncaster's mourning.
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"Liam Hoden",
"Deputy Head Of Sport",
"Liam.Hoden Jpress.Co.Uk"
] | 2016-08-27T20:47:18 | null | 2016-08-27T20:16:09 | Darren Ferguson was delighted to see his Doncaster Rovers side building momentum after picking up a third successive win with a 4-1 triumph over Yeovil Town. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fdoncaster-rovers%2Frovers-news%2Fdoncaster-rovers-darren-ferguson-hails-side-for-building-momentum-1-8092756.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092755.1472325453!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Doncaster Rovers: Darren Ferguson hails side for building momentum | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Darren Ferguson was delighted to see his Doncaster Rovers side building momentum after picking up a third successive win with a 4-1 triumph over Yeovil Town.
A hat trick from Andy Williams and a James Coppinger strike saw Rovers run out winners over Yeovil, who played the last 14 minutes with ten men following Bevis Mugabi's dismissal for two bookable offences.
The result lifted Rovers up to third in the early League Two standings and brought their first trio of league wins since February 2015.
"Momentum is the key word, it's what we're trying to do," Ferguson said.
"It's probably been a while since we've had three wins on the bounce.
"In the end it was comprehensive really."
Despite the comfortable scoreline, Ferguson was critical of his side for failing to take control after opening the scoring early.
Williams gave Rovers the lead with just 34 seconds on the clock as he volleyed home on the angle.
But sloppy play from Rovers let Yeovil back into the game and the visitors were the stronger side for much of the first half.
He said: "It was a fantastic start, the first five or ten minutes, but it sometimes happens in a game where you get a goal so early it can then lead to a bit of a frustrating half which is exactly what happened.
"We didn't look after the ball well enough. We were poor with the first pass and gave it away too much. It meant their full backs could get possession which we didn't want.
"We spoke at half time. about getting a bit more control of the game possession-wise.
"What won us the game was four outstanding goals. Four real quality goals and I'm really pleased with that."
READ MORE On-the-whistle report: Doncaster Rovers 4 Yeovil Town 1
Williams completed his hat trick in added time after scoring to make the game safe at 3-1 with eight minutes to go.
And Ferguson feels the achievement was just reward for the striker's hard work.
"I'm delighted for Andy," Ferguson said. "You see every game he plays, the boy works his socks off.
"The quality of his hat trick was excellent.
"All four goals were of real quality and we could have scored a lot more."
YOUR SAY Vote for your Rovers man of the match from the win over Yeovil | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/doncaster-rovers/rovers-news/doncaster-rovers-darren-ferguson-hails-side-for-building-momentum-1-8092756 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/759017f36c85975277e5d0607cbff836477148fd8ad001f8783bd85326cd46c7.json |
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"Sarah Marshall",
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] | 2016-08-27T16:46:08 | null | 2016-08-27T15:37:08 | Hundreds of qualified nurses, midwives and operating department practitioners will get the chance to learn more about a career in nursing at special recruitment day being held by Sheffield hospitals. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fsheffield-hospitals-to-hold-nurse-midwife-and-operating-department-practitioner-recruitment-day-1-8092446.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8092445.1472308711!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Sheffield hospitals to hold nurse, midwife and operating department practitioner recruitment day | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Hundreds of qualified nurses, midwives and operating department practitioners will get the chance to learn more about a career in nursing at special recruitment day being held by Sheffield hospitals.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is to host the event – which last year attracted more than 100 nurses, midwives, and operating department practitioners from Sheffield and beyond – for the third consecutive year running.
It will take place on September 10 between 10am and 2pm on the R Floor of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
Featuring a wide range of interactive ‘market style’ stalls, visitors will be able to meet with highly experienced and committed nurse representatives from a range of specialisms so they can learn more about the roles available and the benefits of a career at the Trust.
Chris Morley, Deputy Chief Nurse at Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, said: “Amazing things happen at our hospital every day, and we pride ourselves on providing high quality nursing care to patients.
"As a large NHS teaching hospital Trust providing a range of specialisms, some of which are not available anywhere else in the country, there are lots of attractive and exciting career development opportunities available here at the Trust. If you are a nurse, midwife, or operating department practitioner, whether you are in your final year of study, are looking to progress your career, or simply want to return to practice, our teams would love to meet with you so we can tell you more about the varied and interesting roles available.”
As well as flexible working arrangements, transfer register for qualified nurses, support for top-up degrees, structured career pathways, health and well-being benefits and discounts, the Trust also offers on-site childcare facilities and a free shuttle bus service between hospital sites.
The event will take place at the R Floor in the Royal Hallamshire Hospital Tower Block on Glossop Road, Sheffield S10 2JF. Free car parking is available for the event at the multi-storey car park next to the Hallamshire Hospital. Entry is free, and booking is not necessary. Light refreshments will be available on the day. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/sheffield-hospitals-to-hold-nurse-midwife-and-operating-department-practitioner-recruitment-day-1-8092446 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/9f54fb72969396decf2aa83bd3b41422bf75b99c06093dc173d8f8243ac28ac5.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T14:48:38 | null | 2016-08-30T15:06:21 | Yorkshire | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Fyorkshire-s-strictly-ex-champs-to-give-free-dance-lessons-at-city-limits-1-8096127.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8096126.1472566063!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Yorkshire's Strictly ex-champs to give free dance lessons at City Limits | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Yorkshire's Strictly Come Dancing ex-champions Darren Bennett and Lilia Kopylova will quick step back home this weekend - to give free dance lessons to fans.
It coincides with the start of a new season of the hit BBC One show.
Strictly's most successful couple, now parents to one-year-old Valentina Rose, are returning to their family's City Limits Dancentre studio in Penistone Road, Sheffield.
They will take part in free taster sessions on Saturday, September 3, from noon to 2pm. Full details and more at www.city-limits.co.uk
City Limits is run by Sheffield born Darren's parents, former dance champions, Tony and Judith, and his twin brother Dale.
Darren, aged 39, and his Moscow wife Lilia, 37, are the most successful competitor couple of their generation, winning four British amateur championships, three UK championships and representing Great Britain at the World and European Championships.
They turned professional in 2003, winning the British National Professional Championship two years running and made the final of the World and European Championships.
But they became household names when they joined the cast of Strictly Come Dancing in 2004 and won the show in consecutive years.
At his first attempt Darren, dancing with Jill Halfpenny from Eastenders, won the show and then went on to win the Champion of Champions dance off.
In 2005, Lilia waltzed off with the title while partnering Barnsley's own former Yorkshire and England cricketing star Darren Gough, after which they also went on to win the International Christmas special.
They went on to host their own West End show, Latin Fever, which they toured nationally and are today still regarded as one of Britain’s finest Latin American dance couples.
More recently they have worked on the Turkish and Lebanese versions of the Strictly TV show, Darren, born in Deepcar and brought up in Todwick, as a judge and Lilia as a consultant choreographer to the professional dancers.
Darren has also consulted on Danse Avec la Stars, the first series of the French version of Dancing with the Stars.
As well as being successful competitors and performers they have built up an International reputation as coaches, choreographers and first class trainers in both dance and corporate arenas.
They have also trained many of the top junior, youth and amateur couples, including the British Junior champions and No. 1 youth couple in the UK.
Darren's twin Dale said: "Strictly is back and we have Darren and Lilia joining us for an open day, with free taster sessions for children and adults to come along and see what being a student at City Limits is like.
"Fans can take part in one of our Ballroom and Latin classes led by Darren and Lilia.
"It runs from 2pm until 4pm, and we have a timetable of taster sessions throughout the day. Plus visitors can chat to our teachers and find out more about our new beginners' classes starting in September.
OPEN DAY TASTER CLASS SESSIONS
12.15-12.45pm: BALLROOM & LATIN WITH DARREN AND LILIA ALL AGES
12.30-1.00pm: STREETDANCE FOR ALL AGES 4-ADULT
12.30-1pm: BABY BALLET AND TAP
1.00-1.30pm : SALSA AND LATIN WITH DARREN AND LILIA
1.15-2pm: ZUMBA AND FITSTEPS TASTER
1.15-1.45pm: ADULT TAP
The pole fitness studio will also be open, for demonstrations and free workshops, from 12-2pm.
There will also be three Ballroom and Latin technique workshops for those wishing to develop their skills
2pm: Juvenile (under 12's), 45min, cost £5.
2.45pm: Junior (age 12 to 15), 45min, cost £5.
3.30pm, - Adult (age 16+), 60min, cost £8.
For more information about the open day and new class timetable, call he studio on 0114 234 4866 or visit www.city-limits.co.uk
Also visit Darren and Lilia's official website at www.darrenandlilia.com
* Strictly Come Dancing has confirmed this year's celebrity cast for the show, which returns on BBC One on Saturday, September 3, 6.50pm.
The line-up features EastEnders actor Tameka Empson, Birds of a Feather’s Lesley Joseph, former shadow chancellor Ed Balls, Pop Idol winner Will Young, former Eternal singer Louise Redknapp, actor Danny Mac, newsreader Naga Munchetty, reality TV’s Judge Rinder, US singer Anastacia, model Daisy Lowe, GB long-jumper Greg Rutherford, gymnast Claudia Fragapane, presenters Laura Whitmore and Ore Oduba, DJ and presenter Melvin Odoom.
TV stars Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will be on hosting duties with the judging panel of Darcey Bussell, Bruno Tonioli, Craig Revel Horwood and – in his final year – Len Goodman. For more visit www.bbc.co.uk | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/what-s-on/yorkshire-s-strictly-ex-champs-to-give-free-dance-lessons-at-city-limits-1-8096127 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/b2f9bb98fbc537502e5e3bfdecbb16f70c8fe1de116f2d5d4334d32e0bad6412.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T12:46:47 | null | 2016-08-30T12:17:00 | Nodding off in the middle of the day may be down to pollution generated by traffic, suggests new research. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fsnoozes-linked-to-traffic-noises-1-8095695.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8095694.1472555914!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Snoozes linked to traffic noises | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Nodding off in the middle of the day may be down to pollution generated by traffic, suggests new research.
The study shows exposure to traffic pollution is a trigger for daytime sleepiness - and may also trigger SNORING.
More than 12,000 adults were included in the Respiratory Health in Northern Europe study.
The findings show that people exposed to high levels of pollution had a 65 per cent greater chance of suffering from daytime sleepiness, compared to those who had no exposure.
Traffic noise in the bedroom was also a trigger - with people 46 per cent more likely to feel sleepy in the day if exposed.
And the research also suggests that people are also 29 per cent more likely to be a habitual snorer if they are exposed to traffic noise while they sleep.
Daytime sleepiness affected one in five people involved in the study, while one in four reported habitual snoring.
Ane Johannessen, an epidemiologist at Bergen University in Norway, wrote the study together with Professor Thorarinn Gislason and other Northern European researchers.
She said: "Exposure to traffic should be taken into account when planning treatment for patients with sleep disturbances, because reducing noise and pollution exposure in the bedroom may have a beneficial effect.
"Reducing exposure through relocating the bedroom away from pollution sources or making the bedroom more soundproof to protect against traffic noise, as well as mapping alternative and less polluted outdoor everyday routes may help patients with their sleep disorders."
The study also showed that men, older subjects, smokers and those with lower education were more likely to report habitual snoring.
They were usually less physically active, with a higher BMI, and more likely to have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea.
Women, older people, smokers, and those with lower education were more likely to report daytime sleepiness.
The new research is due to be presented at the European Respiratory Society's International Congress in London next month.
Professor Jorgen Vestbo, President of ERS and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Manchester, said: "The question of who snores may be a running joke in some households but for many snoring is a serious issue, with direct links to physical and mental well being and the same is true for daytime sleepiness.
"We want people to think more about the environment around them and the impact it can have - from the way they sleep to the air they breathe."
To coincide with Congress, the ERS will be holding some free public lung function testing, starting in Trafalgar Square on September 2 and 3. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/snoozes-linked-to-traffic-noises-1-8095695 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/6ead6ffd6f42661a204d81854432d9b7b7ba5217d4d37db24d285a7e43d670cb.json |
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[] | 2016-08-26T14:46:07 | null | 2016-08-26T14:37:06 | Two people have been taken to hospital after a car they were travelling in is thought to have collided with a skip today | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doncasterfreepress.co.uk%2Fnews%2Ftwo-injured-as-car-collides-with-skip-on-doncaster-street-1-8091130.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/webimage/1.8082312.1472218612!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Two injured as car collides with skip on Doncaster street | null | null | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk | Two people have been taken to hospital after a car they were travelling in is thought to have collided with a skip today
Police were called to Everingham Road, Cantley at about 9.05am. The injuries to the driver and passenger are not thought to be serious, said police.
A police spokesman said: “Police were called to reports of a collision in Everingham Road, Doncaster at about 9.05am this morning.
“A blue Ford Focus is said to have collided with a skip in the road.”
Buses were diverted while police dealt with the incident. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/two-injured-as-car-collides-with-skip-on-doncaster-street-1-8091130 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/2e9d6fe5a426d7511bf974f847b9214b50c750c9cfe465ba477c82d33c53fee9.json |
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James Thompson and Josh Fowler scored first half tries and stand-off Jamie Lennard kicked both conversions, but Phoenix trailed 14-17 at half time.
Andy Ellis and Adam Kettle touched down in the second half and Lennard added another conversion put them 26-24 ahead with minutes remaining. Ilkley were awarded a late penalty but it sailed just wide.
Doncaster lad Sam Bottomley has joined Phoenix from Harrogate, while Ryan Peacey has retired.
Phoenix host Firwood Waterloo in their first ever National League game on Saturday.
Wheatley Hills start at home to Dinnington in North One East.
Prop Jack Latham (knee), Chris Blessed (ankle) and second row Dan Undy (knee) are all out injured after a problematic build-up to the season, which also saw Hills concede their Yorkshire Cup match at Pocklington last Saturday.
Centre Zak Mears has joined from Hemsworth and second row Rory Kynman has rejoined Wheatley from Morley. Club stalwart Andrew Penno has retired.
Promoted Thornensians face Wetherby in Yorkshire Two – the team they beat in the final of the Yorkshire Silver Trophy in May.
Thorne have signed fly-half Andy Barrass from Hull Ionians, as well as hookers Ben Robson from Leodiensians and Chris Hewitt from Scunthorpe, while they have a new Irish flanker in James Currie.
Yorkshire Two side Wath on Dearne beat Bradford Salem, of Yorkshire One, 24-17 to progress to the third round of the Yorkshire Shield.
Last season’s Yorkshire Five Plate winners Rossington Hornets begin their league campaign at home to Thirsk on Saturday. | http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/sport/local-sport/rugby-union-doncaster-phoenix-prepare-to-make-national-league-bow-1-8096063 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/ea9f4973c25cd94dfd450c0e31614c2863b87bdd5f931a9790356da55bc66f47.json |
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Sadly, that isn’t the case in this day and age. Breeding operations place more emphasis and value on speed than the kind of stamina attributes required to win Doncaster’s historic race. A Champion Stakes or the Arc are more likely to be on the agenda of the top 10f and 12f 3yos, rather than a tilt at the 14f Classic. So there is little chance of revisiting the days when Guineas, Derby or Oaks winners in the mould of Oh So Sharp (1985), Reference Point (1987) and User Friendly (1992) landed the spoils.
However, the Ladbrokes St Leger is still a big deal. It is still the jewel in the crown of a four-day festival ranked among the best in the country. One that will attract more than 65,000 enthusiastic racegoers to Town Moor next week and equate to a £25 million shot in the arm for the Doncaster economy.
It might have become fashionable to knock the race in some snooty quarters. But Leger Day is a day out beyond compare for the many doyens of Donny. And let’s face it, the race is still a Classic, for heaven’s sake. The oldest too, dating back to 1776, and one that still forms the last leg of a Triple Crown, as revered as it elusive.
Who can forget the fervent anticipation of four years ago when the crowds flocked to witness Camelot’s bid to become the first horse since Nijinsky way back in 1970 to land the Guineas/Derby/Leger hat-trick? And equally the burst-balloon-type deflation of Aidan O’Brien’s colt failing.
Who can forget either the high drama of just 12 months ago when the winner, Simple Verse, was controversially disqualified on the day, only to win the race back on appeal, leaving O’Brien, trainer of the runner-up-come-winner-come runner-up, Bondi Beach, with more heartache?
Oh yes, the St Leger continues to give, make no mistake about that. So what might the race have in store this time round?
Not surprisingly, it again revolves around O’Brien, the best trainer in the business. Notwithstanding his disappointments of 2012 and 2015, he has saddled four winners since 2001 when Milan strode to probably the most impressive victory I have seen of the great race. And a week on Saturday, he will send out the red-hot favourite, IDAHO, third in the Derby and winner of York’s Great Voltigeur Stakes, one of the main trials for the Doncaster showpiece.
A class act, the son of Galileo is almost sure to win if he stays the 14f trip. But his pedigree, his style of running and the patient way he is generally ridden instil sufficient doubts to suggest you should cast your net in search of better value.
There is still time for supplementary entries to throw a spanner in the works. But at present, Idaho’s chief rival in the market is MUNTAHAA, trained by another successful patron of the race, John Gosden, who has fielded three winners since 2006. Another not exactly bred to relish the Doncaster distance, he has made rapid improvement this term, culminating in a taking pillar-to-post triumph over 13f at Chester two weeks ago. It was only a Listed handicap, but the son of Dansili had to defy a mammoth mark of 108 against older, more seasoned rivals and also the tight turns of a track far from sure to suit such a big, long-striding colt. He’s a player.
Two horses who were behind Idaho at Epsom, RED VERDON and ALGOMETER, might well get closer faced with an extra 2f, and don’t rule out the favourite’s own stablemate, HOUSESOFPARLIAMENT, reversing Voltigeur placings. He is guaranteed to stay and will relish the galloping expanse of Town Moor. Similar comments apply to a third O’Brien contender, Royal Ascot winner SWORD FIGHTER, while ORMITO is no mug and VENTURA STORM would have to be considered if the ground turned on the Soft side.
It’s a head-scratcher that makes punters grateful the Leger Festival is not all about the main event. Classy, competitive racing abounds on all four days, while the Leger Legends contest on the opening day, featuring past jockeys, continues to delight the crowds and raise valuable money for racing charities in equal measure. Last year, it was won by Tony McCoy no less. This year, two more ex-champions, Richard Hughes and Joseph O’Brien, Aidan’s son, are in the line-up.
Day two on the Thursday is DFS Ladies’ Day, highlighted, appropriately, by a couple of Group races for fillies, the Park Hill Stakes, where Sir Michael Stoute’s ABINGDON will be primed to continue her progression, and the Sceptre Stakes, which has been earmarked by Charlie Hills for his lightly-raced 3yo, JADAAYIL.
The historic Doncaster Cup for stayers is the star attraction on the Friday when PALLASATOR will be a warm fancy to repeat his 2015 success. Vying for the limelight are three crack 2yo contests, including the Flying Scotsman Stakes won so spectacularly by the mighty Frankel six years ago. The 5f Flying Childers Stakes could throw up a thrilling duel between the unbeaten filly MRS DANVERS and Mark Johnston’s YALTA, while the Mallard Handicap on the same day might be a target for Roger Varian’s MONOTYPE.
The supporting card on Leger Day itself includes the Champagne Stakes, one of the leading juvenile heats of the season, in which RIVET and PEACE ENVOY would be interesting, and the 7f Park Stakes, which might yield as striking a winner as last year with NEMORALIA aiming to follow in the footsteps of Limato.
I’m hoping too that there might be openings over the four days for ANOTHER TOUCH, HAGGLE, EL VIP and CARTMELL CLEAVE. If not, best of luck in finding a few winners of your own.
Spectacular autumn schedule ensures the Flat season no longer fizzles out
Autumn is fast approcahing, but gone are the days when the Flat season fizzled out during September and October. On the contrary, next week’s Ladbrokes St Leger Festival at Doncaster is followed by a veritable feast of action across the world to wrap up what has been another compelling campaign on the level. Newmarket’s under-rated three-day Cambridgeshire meeting is swiftly followed by a sensational Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe day in France. Back to Newmarket it is for the two day Future Champions extravaganza. On to Ascot next for the Qipco Champions Day finale, and we haven’t even mentioned the global giants of the Breeders’ Cup in the USA and the Melbourne Cup in Australia. I love Jumps racing as much as the average racing Joe, but I couldn’t even have a National Hunt horse on my mind until late October at the earliest.
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A study of 2,000 Britons for fashion brand Peter Hahn identified markers that separate classy from hoi polloi (reason enough for us to here reprise Sheffield's finest Pulp Common People '95 Glasto live class commentary)
They also include not showing too much cleavage, holding the door for others and speaking more than one language.
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John Marquis' second half strike was enough to separate the two sides and see Rovers earn their first away win since January.
As he left Whaddon Road with a three points, a clean sheet and no new injury worries, Ferguson was pleased with the performance of his side.
"I'm delighted with the win," Ferguson said.
"I'm delighted with the clean sheet against a side that haven't lost at home for 17 matches. Cheltenham will win games at this place, the way they play.
"I'm absolutely delighted, it was a really good win for us."
READ MORE: Match report: Cheltenham Town 0 Doncaster Rovers 1
Ferguson added: "I felt we started the game well. The first 30 minutes we were very strong. The only thing that I was disappointed in was that we should have been a couple of goals at least up.
"I said to the players make sure you concentrate because the last five minutes of the first half I thought they had a couple of chances, which I didn't want.
"We knew we'd have to weather periods where they would throw the ball in the box but I thought we did that very well.
"It was a good goal, we should have had more, a clean sheet, the second on the bounce which is vitally important.
"I thought in the first 30 minutes we showed our strengths and played some really good stuff, caused them all sorts of problems and just needed that goal. John has got us the winner again."
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Only by viewing the property will prospective purchasers fully appreciate the quality of fittings and construction materials.
Highlights include a superb open plan Smallbone living kitchen, underfloor heating to block and beam floors, four en-suites (Villeroy and Boch/Porcelanosa), quality Chesney fireplaces, electric gated driveway, double garage with powered door and landscaped rear garden.
In the remarkable open plan kitchen there are integrated Miele appliances including twin ovens, an induction hob, steam oven, microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher and wine fridge, not forgetting the Amana American fridge freezer.
Outside, the property is accessed via electrically operated wrought iron gates which lead to the extensive driveway which provides ample enclosed off street parking together with access to the double garage. There is a side pathway which leads to the enclosed rear garden.
* Chapel Lane, Branton - £595,000, contact John Robinson on 01302 323575.
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