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The Sound Of The City, Sheffield & South Yorkshire's Fastest Growing Local Commercial Radio Station
Welcome to Sheffield and South Yorkshire's newest local commercial radio station, for the people that live work and commute to and from the city and the area.
We are Radio Essentials, broadcasting live from The Quadrant, just off the Parkway in Sheffield. We're available to listen to on DAB+ Digital Radio in Sheffield, Rotherham and now across Doncaster, on Alexa smart speakers, our downloadable apps on Apple and Android phones, on your Freeview TV, Sky TV Q boxes and via this website.
Broadcasting your Essential Music Mix and Essential Local News and Information 7 days a week, 365 days a year with presenters with personality.
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The 80's @ 8 with Lee Glasby8:00am - 9:00am
Lee plays one hour of some of the greatest hits from the 80's, plus some nuggets of 80's memories thrown in for good measure.
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The 90's @ 9 with Lee Glasby9:00am - 10:00am
Another hour, another great decade, the 90's. Hits & Memories plus the 90's dance floor banger.
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Mid Mornings with Gareth Webb10:00am - 1:00pm
Gareth plays the best music from the 70's through to today, plus he'll be looking through the local headlines and goings on in Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
The latest Headlines from the UK
For up to date local and national news, tune in every hour on the hour.
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Assault, screaming and sensory overload: Inside a UK prison where 'every day is unpredictable'As we walked to one of the wings at HMP Elmley - there was screaming.
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1,100 inmates set for early release - as review considers tougher punishments outside prisonTougher punishments outside prison are being considered as part of a government review into sentencing.
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One dead and 15 in hospital after two trains collide in WalesA man has died and 15 others have been taken to hospital after two trains collided in Wales on Monday evening.
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'It was horrific': Paul Gascoigne's daughter says she was sexually assaulted by al FayedBritish model Bianca Gascoigne has said she was groomed and sexually assaulted by Mohamed al Fayed when she worked at Harrods as a teenager.
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Chris Kaba's family vow they 'won't be silenced' after Met officer who shot him cleared of murderThe family of Chris Kaba have said they have been left with the "deep pain of injustice" after the police marksman who shot him was cleared of murder.
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UK to give Ukraine £2.26bn loan to help fight Russia's invasion - but Kyiv won't have to repay a pennyThe UK will give Ukraine a £2.26bn loan to buy weapons and other support to fight Russia's invasion, with the money effectively repaid to the British taxpayer by Moscow.
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King confronted by indigenous activists day after being heckled in Australian parliamentThe King has been confronted by indigenous Australian activists the day after he was accused of "genocide" by a senator in the Australian parliament.
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Liam Payne had cocaine in his body at time of death, official saysAn initial toxicology report has found former One Direction star Liam Payne had cocaine in his body at the time of his death, according to an Argentine official.
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Entertainment News
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Liam Payne had cocaine in his body at time of death, official says
An initial toxicology report has found former One Direction star Liam Payne had cocaine in his body at the time of his death, according to an Argentine official.
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Iron Maiden 'deeply saddened' after death of former singerMembers of heavy metal band Iron Maiden have said they are "deeply saddened" following the death of former bandmate Paul Di'Anno.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of raping girl, 13, as five new lawsuits filed against himSean "Diddy" Combs is facing new sexual assault and rape accusations, including one that involves a 13-year-old girl.
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Oasis announce special guest for reunion showsOasis have announced Richard Ashcroft will be joining them as a special guest on their UK and Ireland tour.
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TV presenter reveals Parkinson's diagnosisBroadcaster John Stapleton has revealed he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
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Tearful Liam Payne fans comfort one another at London vigilTearful Liam Payne fans comforted one another as they came together to remember him at a vigil in London's Hyde Park.
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Liam Payne's sister pays tribute to star - as ex-girlfriend says she'll 'cherish forever' recent messageLiam Payne's sister has paid tribute to the singer, describing him as an "angel" who "lived for making people smile".
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JK Rowling turned down peerage twice - and would not accept if offered againJK Rowling has revealed she turned down two offers of a peerage and would not accept one if offered again.
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Radio Essentials : Sheffield & South Yorkshire's Local News
We provide local news for Sheffield & South Yorkshire seven days a week. You will find the latest news update from Radio Essentials for Sheffield & South Yorkshire, just below.
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