Rother Valley Retired Teachers’ Association members continue to be encouraged to maintain mutual contact, albeit, at this time it is not yet possible to confirm forthcoming dates for events or for their afternoon meetings at Broom Methodist Church. read more

Sugar was taken to RSPCA Doncaster, Rotherham and District Branch after she was found straying at the back of a row of shops in Doncaster. Clearly in distress and a lot of pain, Sugar had been suffering with a large open wound and significant swelling on her front leg. Her bones were exposed. read more

It’s been over 20 weeks now since the Rotherham Sitwell Rotary Club last met at the Carlton Park Hotel and, for almost every week, they have held a meeting on Zoom. A few weeks back they tried their first Speaker Meeting using Zoom, when Professor Derick Rosario provided an excellent and informative presentation about the work of the Sheffield and District Urostomy Association. read more

At Bramley and Wickersley Lions’ first (socially distant) meeting since March, Lion President Sue Drayson had the great pleasure of welcoming two new members. “Anyone can join the Lions, if they want to help their community,” added Sue. “There is a role for everyone to play.” read more

Normality is coming back very gradually to St Bartholomew’s Church, Maltby.
The roof work is now completed – thanks to everyone who contributed in any way to the fundraising. They are now able to hold a said Morning Prayer service at 10.45am on Sundays and a said Holy Communion service will begin again very soon. read more

Following continuing uncertainty regarding the return of indoor performances, Tickhill Music Society have found it necessary to cancel their October concert. They hope to start their season in November but, as before, they must await an announcement from Government to allow them to go ahead. read more

Maltby Local History Society has, despite the lockdown, now brought its Fred Kitchen Blue Plaque Project to fruition.
Fred Kitchen (1890 to 1969) was an agricultural labourer, writer, broadcaster and Methodist lay preacher who spent his formative years in Maltby. On 16th July a commemorative plaque, in his honour, was fixed to the wall of the Wesley Centre. read more

Wickersley Parish Council led the local community to create a colourful ‘Rainbow Roundabout’ to show their appreciation to NHS and other key workers who have looked after the people of Wickersley during the COVID-19 emergency. The ribbons, pom-poms, rainbows and other tributes have now been taken down. Some have been used to make ‘Thank You’ certificates and tokens for Wickersley COVID-19 heroes and the rest will go on display in Wickersley Community Centre for everyone to see. read more

The Wesley Centre is a thriving small business and facilities centre. The two adjoining buildings house an events hall, conference room and various sized rentable business offices. Plus, onsite parking is available. read more

It is hoped the 2020 / 21 Les Francophiles de Tickhill programme will begin on Wednesday 7th October, when Nigel Bemrose will be speaking on ‘Champagne’ (the drink). However, this will depend on Government guidelines at the time. Members will receive an email nearer the date. New members will be very welcome. They are looking forward to seeing everyone again. read more