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Northern Rail.

RMT threatened rail strike

A leading Northern Rail boss has reacted angrily to plans for its the National union of Rail Maritime and Transport Northern employees to strike.

Megan Kershaw

Plucky Misson teenager’s life-changing trip

A teenager who spent five years battling a rare liver cancer is jetting off on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Uganda.

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Extra care planned for dementia patients

Plans to create a dementia-friendly care environment at Doncaster hospitals are being unveiled today.

Gladys Benton, who tragically died after contracting C-Diff in hospital.

“Hospital failed my mum”

The grieving family of a pensioner are demanding answers after claiming a ‘do not resuscitate order’ was put on her file without their consent.

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The overgrown Belle Vue stadium ground in Doncaster

Former Rovers ground sold for housing

One of the most prestigious housing development sites in Doncaster has finally been sold after lying derelict for more than six years.

Sport rss

Paul Dickov is announced as the new Doncaster Rovers manager. Picture: Andrew Roe

Doncaster Rovers: Paul Dickov is new boss

Paul Dickov has been appointed manager of Doncaster Rovers.

Paul Dickov is announced as the new Doncaster Rovers manager. Picture: Andrew Roe

Doncaster Rovers: Paul Dickov is the boss - VIDEO video

How do Doncaster stabilise in the Championship? New Rovers boss Paul Dickov has the answer in our video interview.

Doncaster Belles U10s (pictured) and the u12s were league and cup winners this term. Pictures: Julian Barker.

Football: Silver service for perfect Doncaster juniors

Belles’ u10s and u12s clinched their league titles in style with 18 wins out of 18 and a cup each.

Rovers have called a press conference to announce the new boss with Paul Dickov the likely choice

Doncaster Rovers ready to name boss

Rovers will be thinking inside and outside the box when they unveil their new manager later today.

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Pictured receiving their prizes at the annual Doncaster Wheelers Cycling Club prize presentation are Sam Case (left) and Graham Hook (right), with Jeff Watson on presenting duty.

Cycling: Doncaster bike stars have a Wheelie rewarding night

Cyclists saddled up for Doncaster Wheelers’ presentation evening.

Doncaster Rovers Belles boss John Buckley. Picture: Bruce Rollinson

Doncaster Belles: Buckley hails performance

Manager John Buckley could not fault his Doncaster Rovers Belles players despite a 3-1 Continental Cup defeat to Everton last night.

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VIDEO: Great 2 for 1 on fun attractions including Alton Towers video

Summer’s here and to celebrate we’ve got some great offers to help you make the most of the long, warm days to come.

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VIDEO: Great 2 for 1 on fun attractions including Alton Towers video

Summer’s here and to celebrate we’ve got some great offers to help you make the most of the long, warm days to come.

VIDEO: Great 2 for 1 on fun attractions including Alton Towers video

Summer’s here and to celebrate we’ve got some great offers to help you make the most of the long, warm days to come.

The Saturdays perform at the Doncaster Racecourse. Picture: Howard Roe

SLIDESHOW: Thousands enjoy The Saturdays & Lawson at Doncaster Racecourse video

Saturday night proved alright for music lovers as glamourous girl band The Saturdays made it a weekend for music lovers to remember at Doncaster Racecourse.

Author John Boyne is promoting his new book This House is Haunted with a book signing at Waterstones, Frenchgate. Picture: Andrew Roe

Boy In The Striped Pyjamas author drops in for signing

Talented author John Boyne delighted bookworms when he dropped into Doncaster to sign copies of his latest book.

Doncaster Free Press reporter Kate Mason.  Picture: Liz Mockler D1594LM

Clothing designer at the age of seven

Looking back at photographs of fashion disasters from my childhood always makes me smile.

Enchanted fairy forest at Sheffield's Tropical Butterfly House.

Prepare to be enchanted during half-term break

Visitors to a wildlife haven are set to be enchanted by a special addition.

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Everything’s coming up roses for Sabina

Doncaster College floristry student Sabina Abraham really has got flower power.

Goldthorpe IT classes for parents at school

Parents are invited to attend their children’s school and improve their computer skills.

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Call to promote Isle on signs

Members of Crowle Town Council want to see more done to let people know they are in the Isle of Axholme.

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Scarecrow event plans drawn up

Plans for two community competitions are being drawn up in an Isle of Axholme town.

Dambusters flyover to mark the 70th anniversary

LADYBOWER: Lancaster bomber swoops to commemorate Dambusters video

HUNDREDS lined Derwent Reservoir to remember the heroic Dambusters of World War Two as a Lancaster bomber flyover commemorated the 70th anniversary of the famous RAF raid.

Epworth parents and members of Friends of Epworth School are hoping to raise �10,000 to refurbish Epworth Academy's hall. Pictured l-r Carol Hadfield, 42, Sally Brownsell, 39, and Lisa Davies, 32.  Picture: Liz Mockler E1760LM

Summer fair fundraiser date

This year’s Annual Summer Fair at Epworth Primary Academy will be a huge boost to a special £10,000 project, it is hoped.

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