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    206 archive of the online version of the monthly news magazine delivered to all households in the Sheffield Burngreave ward. Burngreave Messenger Ltd. is a non-profit making, membership owned community organisation.

    • [+] Archives

      Back issues of the Burngreave Messenger community newspaper, along with additional news items exlusive to the website.

      • [+] 2004

        Archive of Burngreave Messenger back issues and other content in 2004.

        • [+] September 2004 Issue 44

          Online version of Issue 44, the September 2004 edition of the Burngreave Messenger.

          • [•] Naseh – A life worth living

            Naseh Ghafor’s lips were unstitched on 20 August, 43 days after he sewed them together and refused food in protest at the failure of his application for asylum. Near to death, he is now accepting small quantities of liquid and it is hoped he will recover from his ordeal.

          • [•] Mrs Jean Hayden

            It is with very deep regret that we have to announce the death of Jean Hayden who was the Chair of Firshill Tenants’ and Residents’ Association for many years. Jean died in May 2004 following a hard-fought battle against cancer.

          • [•] Messenger Editorial

            The story of Naseh Ghafor has distressed many in Burngreave. As fears for his life grew, friends staged a spontaneous road block and his plight took centre stage in our community.

          • [•] Carwood makes progress

            After months of speculation and disruption to the lives of Carwood residents progress has finally been made. To their relief Carwood Mini Market reopened on 1st August and will provide the estate with easy access to everyday essentials.

          • [•] Miners strike remembered

            It’s 20 years since the year-long Miners’ Strike began. It started as a battle to save pits and miners’ jobs; it soon became all-out war between the Conservative Thatcher government and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM). The strike changed lives and politics in Britain.

          • [•] Translating road safety

            After residents raised concerns in the August issue about road safety on Ellesmere Road, I spoke to driving instructor Abdul Majeed Najib on the topic.

          • [•] Ignored no more

            Following our article ‘Woods Campaigner Tired of Being Ignored’ in the August issue, about Peter Mappin’s struggles with the Council over the state of Little Roe Woods, the Council have finally cleared the dumped material and erected a barrier to keep fly-tippers out.

          • [•] Under 14s Girls football!

            The Burngreave Sports Project in association with Pitsmoor Adventure Playground is working to create Burngreave’s very first girls’ football team, Pitsmoor Girls.

          • [•] Basketball sessions

            Your new community coach Ben Hamilton is about to set up a new session for any budding young basketball players in Burngreave.

          • [•] Bowlers wanted

            Abbeyfield Bowlers find temporary alternative accommodation, and both the men’s and women's team are looking for more players.

          • [•] Pride in new plaza

            Based at 64 to 68a Spital Hill, the Spital Hill Plaza & Function Room project has already attracted interest from a large section of our community’s small enterprises. A florist, fish market, clothing sales, barber and beauty salon, blending with a charity shop while above that sits a large function room. These things are already earmarked for Burngreave’s first shopping plaza.

          • [•] ‘Not just for the Irish!’

            CARA offers a free and confidential information, advice and support service primarily for the Irish community but also for anyone who can benefit from their services

          • [•] Kashmir Education Trust

            Following the launch of their Reach High project in July they are now starting to plan educational visits around England and even an overland expedition to Kashmir.

          • [•] Yemeni Women’s Group

            Burngreave Yemeni Women’s Group have changed their name to El-Nisah which means Arabic Women and aims to identify the needs and obstacles Arabic women face.

          • [•] Burngreave Cup

            The football season is back with us and not least in Burngreave. Nine teams battled it out over two weekends at the prestigious Sheffield United Hallam FM Acadamy.

          • [•] Children’s Festival of Sport

            The Lord Mayor opened the Children’s Festival of Sport on Saturday, 21st August. Tthe day brought together members of the community young and old, and everyone was catered for.

          • [•] Adventure pitches camp

            Pitsmoor kids had great fun on their summer camp despite downpours and thunder storms.

          • [•] SureStart picnic

            SureStart’s teddy bear’s picnic had the under five’s smiling in Abbeyfield Park on 19th August 2004.

          • [–] A New Deal for Burngreave

            September 2004 news from Burngreave New Deal for Communities.

            • [•] Redevelopments given the green light

              Hundreds of Burngreave residents took time out at the recent Abbeyfield Festival to look at the design options for the redevelopment of Sorby House, Vestry Hall and the public realm.

            • [•] A vehicle to be proud of!

              Burngreave residents can look forward to seeing the BNDfC Community Information Vehicle out and about in the area as the official handover of the bus has taken place.

            • [•] All aboard!

              A special launch event at the BNDfC Information Shop on Spital Hill marked the start of Burngreave’s newest bus routes.

            • [•] LEA agreement

              Children from Burngreave under achieve at school compared to other parts of Sheffield. Through the Advancing Together Agreement, BNDfC and the Sheffield Education Authority have agreed some key projects to help raise achievement levels.

            • [•] New posts

              New projects mean more jobs for the area.

            • [•] Adult learning

              The Burngreave Community Language Campaign (BCLC) has just appointed a second round of 18 Community Learning Assistants.

          • [+] Burngreave Area Panel

            September 2004 news from the Burngreave Area Panel. Produced by Kieron Williams – Area Co-ordinator for the Burngreave Area Panel.

          • [•] Young visions of Burngreave

            Young people have always been a top priority for the community. This page highlights two recent opportunities for young people to express themselves. We think the results are insightful and inspiring.

          • [+] Dear Messenger...

            Readers write to us with their views about local environment issues.

          • [•] Introduction to Community Development and Health

            Starting Tuesday 7th September 2004, the course is fun, active and builds on your existing knowledge and experience. You will be encouraged to use your existing skills and to develop new skills.

          • [•] Helping you find a home

            Are you looking to rent a property in Sheffield? The Sheffield Property Shop advertises Sheffield City Council and Housing Association properties to rent across the city.

          • [•] Find out more about the work of BGEP

            An invitation to find out more about the work of the Burngreave Green Environment Programme on Thursday 23rd September 2004. Come and meet the people involved in the project and tour some of the parks and green spaces.