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5 days ago
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Major housing scheme decision delayed
A decision on plans to build 150 new homes has been deferred after councillors asked for more details around the developer's contribution towards extra school places. The planning application, from Stonebridge Homes, would have seen the development built off Hatfield Lane, in Barnby Dun, Doncaster. A report by planning officers said the developers would be asked to make financial contributions to local schools, including Hungerhill, to provide additional school places. However, councillors decided they needed answers from the council's education department on how it calculates figures regarding school places for developments. The report said a contribution of £605,000 would have funded 25 additional school places, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service. It prompted questions from councillors Steve Cox and Neil Wood, with the latter referencing other developments near to Hungerhill school which would add to demand. Cox moved to defer the decision on planning permission until staff from the council's education department came to offer "clarity". Wood asked if a cumulative figure for places at schools affected by multiple developments to be put in council reports. The vote was carried and the application will come back to planning at a later date. The plans consist of 115 dwellings for "market housing" and 35 dwellings for "affordable housing". The council report stated the proposal "meets all key policy requirements in respect of affordable housing, public open space, education, and biodiversity net gain". A total of 63 objections had been lodged by residents in the area, raising concerns about the impact on services, including GPs in the area. However, officers informed councillors on the committee the GP practice locally "is still accepting new patients and there are others also nearby". Katie Purdam, who spoke on behalf of Stonebridge Homes, said: "The scheme has been subject to a number of changes since it was first submitted." She said it was an "opportunity" shaped with the local community and council "to deliver much need housing on the site". "The proposals have been designed with community in mind," she told the meeting. A decision on the application will be made at a future date. Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds or catch up with the latest episode of Look North. Doncaster Council
BBC News
5 days ago
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- BBC News
Major Doncaster housing scheme decision delayed
A decision on plans to build 150 new homes has been deferred after councillors asked for more details around the developer's contribution towards extra school planning application, from Stonebridge Homes, would have seen the development built off Hatfield Lane, in Barnby Dun, Doncaster.A report by planning officers said the developers would be asked to make financial contributions to local schools, including Hungerhill, to provide additional school councillors decided they needed answers from the council's education department on how it calculates figures regarding school places for developments. The report said a contribution of £605,000 would have funded 25 additional school places, according to the Local Democracy Reporting prompted questions from councillors Steve Cox and Neil Wood, with the latter referencing other developments near to Hungerhill school which would add to moved to defer the decision on planning permission until staff from the council's education department came to offer "clarity".Wood asked if a cumulative figure for places at schools affected by multiple developments to be put in council vote was carried and the application will come back to planning at a later date. The plans consist of 115 dwellings for "market housing" and 35 dwellings for "affordable housing".The council report stated the proposal "meets all key policy requirements in respect of affordable housing, public open space, education, and biodiversity net gain".A total of 63 objections had been lodged by residents in the area, raising concerns about the impact on services, including GPs in the officers informed councillors on the committee the GP practice locally "is still accepting new patients and there are others also nearby".Katie Purdam, who spoke on behalf of Stonebridge Homes, said: "The scheme has been subject to a number of changes since it was first submitted."She said it was an "opportunity" shaped with the local community and council "to deliver much need housing on the site"."The proposals have been designed with community in mind," she told the meeting.A decision on the application will be made at a future date. Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds or catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
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Comcast Kicks Off Construction of High-Speed Internet Network Across Indiana
Expansion to power faster and more reliable network for 10,000+ residents, businesses INDIANAPOLIS, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast announced the kickoff of construction of its next-generation network in Fayette, Rush, Delaware, Boone, Shelby, Morgan and Miami counties. Upon completion, more than 10,000 residents and businesses will have access to the full suite of Xfinity and Comcast Business services, including built-in cybersecurity, affordable Internet plans, and a robust video offering spanning TV and streaming. The multi-million-dollar joint investment is the latest from Comcast in partnership with the State of Indiana's Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program, which has invested $350 million toward improving broadband access and adoption in the state. "We are working to ensure that every Hoosier has access to high-speed, reliable, affordable broadband," said Steve Cox, Indiana's Chief Broadband Officer. "Connecting every corner of our state will provide economic mobility and connect residents and businesses to a better quality of life. With this partnership, Comcast is helping us make that happen." Overall, Comcast has invested more than $80 billion in the last 10 years to grow and evolve its expansive fiber-rich network across the company's service footprint nationwide, including nearly $600 million the company has invested in its network in Indiana over the last three years. "Comcast is proud to continue its commitment to rural Hoosiers by kicking off construction work and ensuring even more homes have access to faster and more reliable Internet," said Joni Hart, vice president of Government Affairs for Comcast Indiana. "Through our network that delivers 99.9% reliability, residents can participate in services like e-learning, utilize healthcare online, and rely on broadband access in their communities." Comcast's more than 49,000 miles of fiber-rich network infrastructure across Indiana allows the company to offer Internet speeds faster than a gigabit to residential and business customers in its service footprint. In addition, Comcast has more than 65,500 WiFi hotspots in Indiana and more than 23 million nationwide. A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and Secure Comcast's state-of-the-art network is built to enable residents and businesses to thrive in today's constantly connected world. Additional homes in Fayette, Rush, Delaware, Boone, Shelby, Morgan and Miami counties join 64 million homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network that is trusted by essential community organizations like hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders. It delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds, 99.9 percent reliability and security built in from the ground up to keep customers safe from cyber threats. Introducing Xfinity for Consumers Comcast's residential services are marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands and consumers in the company's Indiana footprint can take advantage of Xfinity's and NOW's full suite of products, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home security. With multi-gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections with low lag available with its plan, customers have a great experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and friends, learn from home or simply surf the web. For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services. What it Means for Residents Comcast's commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That's why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers. The program has helped more than 772,000 Indiana residents connect to the Internet since its launch in 2011. About Comcast CorporationComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit for more information. About Comcast IndianaWith more than 1,100 local employees, Comcast Indiana ( has served customers in Indiana for more than four decades. In the last three years, we've invested more than $1.3 billion in Indiana, including capital expenditures, employee wages and benefits, taxes, charitable giving, and infrastructure upgrades. "Like" Comcast Indiana on Facebook by visiting @Comcast. "Follow" Comcast Indiana on X at @ComcastIN. Press ContactsAmy Pietzak248-318-8905amy_pietzak@ Samantha VanHoef734-478-7118samantha_vanhoef@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Comcast
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25-02-2025
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Man arrested after bomb hoax at primary school
A 36-year-old man has been arrested after a bomb hoax call was made to a primary school, leading to the evacuation of classrooms and nearby homes. A cordon was set up around Badbury Park Primary School in Swindon, Wiltshire, on Tuesday after they received the hoax call to say an explosive was inside the premises. Armed officers swept the building and found no suspicious items. The cordon has since been lifted and Rainscombe Road has reopened. Residents can also now return to their homes. Shortly after 20:00 GMT, the suspect from Marlborough was arrested on suspicion of making a bomb hoax and remains in police custody at Gable Cross Police Station. Residents within a 200m radius of the school had been told to leave their homes. Supt Steve Cox said: "This swift arrest should offer reassurance to the people of Wiltshire that the widespread fear and disruption caused by hoax calls will not be tolerated. "We endeavour to investigate hoax calls robustly and with utmost sincerity. "I would like to offer my personal thanks to the teachers, pupils, parents and residents for their cooperation and composure while my officers evacuated the area. "Also, thank you to The Spotted Cow which kindly provided respite to those who were evacuated." Follow BBC Wiltshire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Wiltshire Police
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25-02-2025
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Man arrested after bomb hoax at primary school
A 36-year-old man has been arrested after a bomb hoax call was made to a primary school, leading to the evacuation of classrooms and nearby homes. A cordon was set up around Badbury Park Primary School in Swindon, Wiltshire, on Tuesday after they received the hoax call to say an explosive was inside the premises. Armed officers swept the building and found no suspicious items. The cordon has since been lifted and Rainscombe Road has reopened. Residents can also now return to their homes. Shortly after 20:00 GMT, the suspect from Marlborough was arrested on suspicion of making a bomb hoax and remains in police custody at Gable Cross Police Station. Residents within a 200m radius of the school had been told to leave their homes. Supt Steve Cox said: "This swift arrest should offer reassurance to the people of Wiltshire that the widespread fear and disruption caused by hoax calls will not be tolerated. "We endeavour to investigate hoax calls robustly and with utmost sincerity. "I would like to offer my personal thanks to the teachers, pupils, parents and residents for their cooperation and composure while my officers evacuated the area. "Also, thank you to The Spotted Cow which kindly provided respite to those who were evacuated." Follow BBC Wiltshire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Wiltshire Police
