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'School mentally destroyed my son - so I have to home educate'

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AI to be used in bid to cut hospital waiting times

Barnsley, recently named as the first "Tech Town", is to pilot two AI schemes, the government says.

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Home education cut could 'break' children, says mum

Barnsley Council's target to reduce home education by 30% is branded "unlawful" by campaigners.

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New children's homes planned in care overhaul

Three homes could be built as part of Barnsley Council's Children in Care Sufficiency Strategy.

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Lorry demolishes garage after crashing into cars

Police say no serious injuries were reported but driver has been taken to hospital as a precaution.

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Community hub celebrates 40 years of support

Cortonwood Comeback, near Barnsley, has helped more than 40,000 people since it was set up in 1986.

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Teen found hidden in bushes after police pursuit

The 18-year-old tried to flee officers by driving at high-speed through Barnsley, police say.

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Tech town's digital business growth centre opens

The Seam digital campus has three giant Yorkshire Rose sculptures at its centre.

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Man seriously injured after being hit by car

The driver of the car remained at the scene and is assisting with the investigation, police say.

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