26 May 2023
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 Click the image to see Sandy's story and her on patrol in Maltby
Rotherham Council school crossing patrol, Sandy Cox, who works at Maltby Lilly Hall Academy, is one of the stars of a new campaign by public sector union, Unison to highlight the work of unsung heroes working for local Councils.
Sandy works at one of 60 school crossing patrol sites in the borough and combines her road safety duties with her second job as a lunchtime supervisor.
As part of the campaign, some amazing life-like action figures were produced of Sandy and the other council workers taking part – all boxed up in packaging designed by renowned Marvel Comics artist, Will Sliney.
Sandy said, “I don’t think people fully realise all the valuable work councils do. It’s like when you see swans gliding along but underneath there’s furious paddling going on to keep things moving. Workers like me love what we do, and I’m so proud to make an important contribution to the community.”
 Click to watch the Mayor talk about the honour he feels and what he'd like to achieve in office.
The Mayor of Rotherham, Councillor Robert Taylor is “absolutely honoured and humbled” to serve as your Mayor. The Mayor has spent his entire adult life living in Rotherham, serving as a firefighter for South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue for more than 30 years.
During his year in office, the Mayor will raise vital funds for a number of local charities, including the Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity which has great personal significance, as it is where both the Mayor and his wife Tracy underwent life-saving cancer treatment in recent years.
Read his full story.
The iconic Chapel on the Bridge will be open on Saturday 3rd June from 10:30 to 13:30.
We highly recommend a visit to see the historic crypt/jail. Books and refreshments will be on sale too.
Visit the Friends of Rotherham Chapel on the Bridge Facebook page for more details about this little gem.
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WOW (Women of the World) Festival is returning to Rotherham on Saturday 10 June, and this year it’s being co-curated by the WOWsers: a group of young people from across Rotherham whose voices are help
Abi Cobb, Lottie Howe, Sophie Ellingham and Maria Sofragiu are part of the Children’s Capital of Culture team of trainees, and have been tasked with programming a very special WOWsers performance that will engage LGBTQ+ communities and young people attending the festival, and bring to light important issues regarding gender and self-esteem.
Read the full story.
As part of the WOW Rotherham festival, an LGBTQ+ celebration event will take place at the Civic Theatre on Tuesday 30th May at 6pm.
There are lots of exciting plans including screen printing, LGBTQ+ children's bookshop, badge making, drag bingo and more.
This event is FREE and open to all. Please register your place to guarantee entry here.
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Rotherham Council is working with the Rawmarsh and Parkgate Local History Group and partners to celebrate the 200-year anniversary of Parkgate in 2023.
Bringing people together to celebrate Parkgate's history and heritage is a Ward priority for councillors in the Rawmarsh East and Rawmarsh West Wards. We wanted to share some progress updated with you.
Read full story.
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 We'd like to remind you not to go swimming in open water even if the water looks calm. Very cold-water temperatures, even in hot weather, strong hidden currents and rubbish in the water can stop you swimming safely.
Beat the boredom this half-term holiday with Rotherham Libraries! There are a range of events taking place across the libraries over the next week suitable for children of all ranges! Find out more on our website.
Or just pop in to pick up a book (or two) to read and Take 10 minutes a day to learn something new, explore new worlds, or just take time for yourself.
Did you know that by taking 10 minutes a day to read with your children or other family members or even by yourself, you can really help boost your mental health?
Find out how to get involved and Take 10 here
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