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No place on cabinet for Labour Party
LABOUR will have no say in influencing major decisions on Doncaster Council after mayor Peter Davies refused to allow the party on his cabinet.
BREAKING: New civic mayor announces chosen charities
THE new civic mayor, officially announced today, has revealed that she will be supporting a cancer organisation and an organ donation cause during her term.
Street booze ban plan set for decision
COUNCILLORS have agreed a proposal to bring in a ban to stop drinking on the streets in an area of Doncaster.
Inland Port work starts in autumn
WORK on the Inland Port scheme set to create 5,500 jobs is set to start in September, Doncaster Council has said.
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Free Press Environment Awards winners are crowned
IT was celebrations all round as Doncaster’s inspirational eco-warriors were recognised at the Free Press Environment Awards.
Sport
Dons star Edwards faces long lay-off
INJURY cursed Grant Edwards faces a major fight to play again this season, writes Paul Goodwin.
Rovers release a dozen players
DONCASTER Rovers have confirmed the release of all players whose contracts will expire at the end of next month.
Derby treble for Rovers
DONCASTER Rovers have lined up THREE local derbies as their pre-season preparations gather pace, writes Paul Goodwin.
Clean slate at the Knights
BRETT Davey says he is delighted to finally have the chance to put together his own side.
Two more join Knights revolution
THE Knights have today completed deals for tight head prop Brian McGovern and lock Phil Hoy as Brett Davey’s squad rebuild continues.
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Doncaster Sports Awards - picture gallery video
DONCASTER turned out in force to honour its sporting heroes at the Keepmoat Stadium last week and also pay homage to one of the town’s greatest ever sporting ambassadors - Taekwondo super woman Sarah Stevenson.
Lifestyle
Traditional teas for Right Royal Jubilee
TEA and cakes fit for a Queen are being served up at The Earl of Doncaster.
You’ll be in Paradise at fab Fake Festival
IF over inflated festival ticket prices and their new fandangled “instalment plans” have well and truly put you off even contemplating singing your heart out in a muddy field this year, then take comfort – you could be watching three world class headlining bands performing right on your doorstep with not a booking fee or soggy wellington in sight.
Willmott Dixon Partnerships wins top award for excellence
Social housing repairs and maintenance contractor Willmott Dixon Partnerships has achieved national recognition for its collaborative working practices.
South Yorkshire set to sizzle with free entertainment
On Friday May 25, Sheffield Theatres are holding Sheffield Sizzler, a special evening of free entertainment featuring performances from local acts in and around its venues.
Explore Brodsworth Hall after dark this weekend
Normally off-limits to visitors outside daylight hours, Brodsworth Hall, near Doncaster, will be opening its doors to two evenings of after-hours visits as part of the Museums at Night initiative on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 May.
Community
Boosting blood stocks at college
Dearne Valley College is helping to boost blood stock levels in the region by inviting the National Blood Service onto its campus.
Church opens its doors for a final weekend
SHARE your memories over a coffee at a Dearne Methodist church this weekend.
Pollen power marks jubilee year
SCHOOL pupils have been getting their hands dirty as part of a floral tribute to celebrate the Queen’s diamond jubilee.
Jubilee scarecrows
AS PART of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations a Scarecrow Competition is being held in Owston Ferry.
Fundraising walk to set off tomorrow
A GROUP of walkers from Doncaster’s Robin Hood Airport are taking a scenic route to raise money for a charity close to their heart.
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Friday 18 May 2012
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