Edinburgh’s festivals are sending a clear message that Scotland is an open and welcoming country, the Deputy First Minister said. Jenny Gilruth, who is also Scotland’s Finance Secretary, said the city’s festivals will provide the country’s talent with a “global platform” to showcase their work. She will attend the opening [...] The post Edinburgh festivals ‘send clear message Scotland is a welcoming country’ first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 8 Aug 2026
Wasted medicines thrown away in England in just one year could fill 75 swimming pools, pharmacies have said. The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) estimated that 3,400 tonnes worth of partially used medicines were disposed of in England in 2024/25. The NPA, which analysed data from local health bodies, estimates that [...] The post Wasted medicines ‘could fill 75 swimming pools’ first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 8 Aug 2026
A prolific drug dealer and serial shoplifter are also amongst those sent to begin prison sentences in recent weeks
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 8 Aug 2026
Makayla has not been seen since Thursday
YorkshireLive — Rotherham tag · 7 Aug 2026
Andy Burnham has said it is “insane” that the UK has only hosted one World Cup, as he said Fifa and Uefa have conspired against the home nations hosting their first men’s tournament since 1966. The Prime Minister said he wondered whether the European and worldwide football governing bodies had [...] The post Burnham: It is ‘insane’ UK has not hosted World Cup since 1966 first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 7 Aug 2026
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Gardeners with a little spare time this August can get ahead for spring by planting these double-flowering tulip bulbs, which produce elegant peony-style blooms that look just as impressive in a vase as they do in the garden.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
From Ghent instead of Venice to Siargao instead of Bali, these 10 alternative holiday destinations offer similar scenery and experiences with fewer tourists and potentially much lower accommodation costs.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
What a bird brained twitcher has seen in the centre of town
Rotherham Advertiser — News · 7 Aug 2026
Rotherham United sign defender Sonny Aljofree following his release by Manchester United this summer.
BBC News — South Yorkshire · 7 Aug 2026
Amazon has cut the price of a Ryanair-friendly FLYMAX cabin bag to just £9.21, offering travellers a cheap way to pack for a short break without paying extra baggage fees.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
A serial sex attacker left free to kill due to a string of police and court blunders could face a whole life jail term after being found guilty of murdering two women and raping a third. Jobless Simon Levy’s crime spree spanned from 2018 to 2025 and included myriad sex [...] The post Sex predator left free to kill twice before being brought to justice first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 7 Aug 2026
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Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault following an incident at a nightclub in Soho. The Metropolitan Police said Toney, 30, of Northampton, was charged on Thursday July 31 with assault causing actual bodily harm. The force said the charge relates to an assault which reportedly took place [...] The post Ivan Toney charged with nightclub assault first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 7 Aug 2026
Celebrities join Battersea in a campaign highlighting the dangers of extreme pet features.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
Scorching temperatures of 36C are expected in the UK next week, with heat health alerts in place warning that the hot weather is likely to affect the wellbeing of the population The Met Office said temperatures will climb through the weekend as heatwave conditions return, with the mercury set to [...] The post Temperatures expected to reach 36C as heatwave conditions return to UK first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 7 Aug 2026
England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault following an incident at a nightclub in Soho. The Metropolitan Police said Toney, 30, of Northampton, was charged on Thursday July 31 with assault causing actual bodily harm. The force said the charge relates to an assault which reportedly took place [...] The post England footballer Ivan Toney charged with Soho nightclub assault first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rother Radio · 7 Aug 2026
Merlin Entertainments is inviting thrill-seekers, families and friends to celebrate National Rollercoaster Day 2026 with unforgettable rides, new attractions and summer savings across its UK theme parks.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
Headteacher Jordon O'Neill started her journey at Wingfield Academy as a student.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026
Police plea for information after indecent exposure
The Star — News · 7 Aug 2026
The next generation of dance stars is being priced out of following in the footsteps of Shirley Ballas, Darcey Bussell and Ashley Banjo, according to a study.
Rotherham Advertiser — All · 7 Aug 2026