News: MP backs plans for a new Rotherham mainline station

[ad_1] Rothbiz reported last month on efforts to secure land at Forge Way, Parkgate. This potential new station, developed by he South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and Rotherham Council,…

News: Parkgate Shopping sold

[ad_1] Parkgate Shopping in Rotherham has been acquired for an undisclosed sum. Rothbiz reported last year that the UK’s second largest retail park had been put up for sale with…

News: Skills Bank fuels business growth for Leighton Vans

[ad_1] South Yorkshire Skills Bank continues to support business development across the region, with the recent approval of funding for Rotherham-based Leighton Vans, the UK’s premier retailer of bespoke VW…

News: All South Yorkshire councils to cover Supertram losses

[ad_1] A transport levy paid by the four local authorities in South Yorkshire is set to be used to cover the £6.3m losses of Supertram after Stagecoach’s current contract for…

News: Change of use for Rotherham town centre building

[ad_1] The Old Warehouse on Bridge Street looks set to be converted as plans are approved to enable it to be used as a wedding venue. Retail premises on Bridgegate…

News: Where would the new Rotherham mainline station be located?

[ad_1] Rothbiz details the area of land at Parkgate being looked at for the new £100m+ Rotherhan mainline station. With a potential station at Forge Way, it could see Rotherham…

News: Rotherham’s Forge Island on track for 2024 completion

[ad_1] Building work is on track at Forge Island in Rotherham as the flagship development enters the final months of construction ahead of opening to the public towards the end…

News: Council’s cabinet commits capital for Rotherham markets revamp

[ad_1] Rotherham Council has committed to pay for the redevelopment of Rotherham markets – the second largest regeneration scheme in the town centre behind Forge Island. But the final cost…

News: Jobs boost as manufacturer looks to press ahead with Rotherham expansion

[ad_1] Specialist manufacturer, MTL Advanced has submitted a planning application to expand its operations in Rotherham. If approved, it could lead to 70 new jobs being created. Part of the…

News: Backer Electric Company acquired

[ad_1] Historic Rotherham company, Backer Electric, has been acquired by Heatrod Elements. It comes at the same time as a move to new premises accross Rotherham to Dinnington. The manufacturer…