You are here: Home News News October 2024 Barnsley Libraries reflect on the successes of National Portfolio Organisation creative commissions so far As Barnsley Libraries reach the midpoint of this year’s National Portfolio Organisation programme, it’s a great time to reflect on the fantastic creative commissions that have been involving local communities... Enterprising brothers develop AI-powered platform to help fellow entrepreneurs Two enterprising brothers have moved to Barnsley to launch a digital innovation designed to help other entrepreneurs get the best out of business support. Richard and Graham Downs are co-founders of... Open call for artist to provide the perfect backdrop to Goldthorpe’s Horse and Groom Square An exciting opportunity has arisen for artists to contribute to the vibrant regeneration of the Dearne by creating new mural artwork for the Horse and Groom Square at the heart... Walk Safe route launched to connect Barnsley Hospital to our vibrant town centre Barnsley Council and Barnsley Hospital are excited to announce the launch of a fully funded Walk Safe route on Summer Lane, connecting Barnsley Hospital to our town centre. Funded by the... Barnsley Council joins Recycle Week 2024 We are delighted to join this year’s Recycle Week (14 – 20 October) to celebrate the efforts of people in Barnsley and help us all to recycle right. Now in its... First spade in the ground at Forge Parkside Centre The first spade has gone in the ground at the site of the new Parkside Centre on Friday 11 October signifying a key milestone in the development of an impressive... Barnsley Council propose a Household Support Fund to help pensioners this winter. Barnsley Council Cabinet members will be asked to approve the Household Support Fund (HSF) for Barnsley, funded by the UK Government, ensuring vital help is available through the challenging winter... Announcing our Tour of Britain art competition winners We’re delighted to announce the winners of our Tour of Britain art competition, which showcased a wealth of talent. This exciting competition was held to celebrate Barnsley being selected to host... Recycle your electricals and cables with our pop-up collection points Barnsley residents are encouraged to join the Great Cable Challenge and recycle their small electronics and cables at our pop-up collection points during Recycle Week. Between Monday 14 October and Saturday... Introducing Help Out Barnsley, a brand-new partnership between Barnsley Hospice and Barnsley Council As we celebrate Hospice Care Week, we are excited to announce the launch of Help Out Barnsley – an exciting collaboration with Barnsley Hospice to help us address poverty in... The Cooper Gallery wins national family friendly award The Cooper Gallery is thrilled to announce that it has won the Best Accessible Museum Award in the Kids in Museums' Family Friendly Museum Awards 2024. Organised by Kids In Museums,... Join us at Barnsley Market as we unveil our fostering washing line display On Wednesday 16 October we'll be unveiling our fostering washing line display in Barnsley Market. Designed to spark important conversations around the need for foster carers, the display will feature around... Barnsley In Bloom winners revealed The winners of this year’s Yorkshire in Bloom awards have been revealed with Barnsley’s beautiful landscapes once again excelling. Overall, 16 awards were given out to parks, gardens, allotments and green... The Story Shell embarks on its first tour for National Poetry Day On National Poetry Day, the UK’s largest celebration of poetry, the Story Shell has embarked on its very first tour, visiting Penistone Grammar School. This unique, air-filled space in a shape... Barnsley Council Announces Comprehensive Support Plan for Pensioners Amid Winter Fuel Allowance Changes Barnsley Council is committed to ensuring that all of our pensioners have the support they need to stay warm and well this winter. In light of recent changes to the... Trespass Set to Make Store Debut in Barnsley International outdoor clothing retailer, Trespass, will be opening a brand-new store in the heart of Barnsley town centre this Autumn. The new 2000 sq ft unit will be located within Barnsley’s... Dearne Playhouse reopens following extensive Towns Fund refurbishment The Dearne Playhouse is reopening its doors after being transformed into a modern, accessible cultural hub offering more creative opportunities to the community. The theatre has benefitted from significant investment from...
