Most people will agree there is no shortage of stressful, sad, or negative stories in the news and on social media, but it is only fair that the good things get the recognition they deserve, too.
Acts of kindness, volunteering, generous donations, and ambitious fundraising all help make lives a little brighter for communities across Sheffield.
These eight examples of positive stories from the last year are sure to lift your spirits for the day.
These eight examples of positive stories from the last year are sure to lift your spirits for the day.
6. Fundraising for a defibrillator and plaque for man with "heart of gold"
'Heart of gold' Stefan Elliott tragically passed away on Christmas Eve, 2022, aged 43. Driven by grief, his loved ones, along with the team at The Banner Cross pub on Ecclesall Road, where Stefan used to work, sprung into action organising a fundraising drive so his memory would live on.
A JustGiving page and fundraising events saw more than £4,200 donated, and Stefan’s family decided to use the money to fund a new defibrillator which has now been installed outside the pub for free by Earls Electrical Installations, alongside a plaque for Stefan. All left over funds were donated to local mental health charities, including Mind. (June 2023 - full story here - https://www.thestar.co.uk/news/people/stefan-elliott-devastating-death-of-beloved-sheffield-dad-prompts-pub-to-install-defibrillator-and-plaque-4204591) Photo: Submitted