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Simon Thake
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Presenter, BBC Radio Sheffield
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Celebrity culture and fashion
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By Simon Thake Verified| Yahoo Verified A Rotherham jeweller which has been a fixture in the town centre for half a century is closing its doors for the final timeRon Smith, 67, is retiring from H. Smith Jewellers, originally opened by his father in the summer of 1975. Mr Smith said he thought he would be "stoic" on Wednesday, the final day of trading. "You get to a certain age, and think about these things. It's not emotional at all, it's just one of those things. The time is right," he said.
By Simon Thake Verified| BBC News Verified Sports club has five sets of twins in its ranksSimon ThakeSimon ThakeThe five sets of twins all play for Rotherham Hockey Club's junior teamsA sports club that has five sets of twins playing for its youth teams has spoken about its unusual claim to fame. Rotherham Hockey Club's junior section has 60 members - and a sixth of them have a twin. They range from 17-year-olds Eve and Charlotte to Mabel and Florence, who are just five.
By Simon Thake Verified| Yahoo Verified A Rotherham jeweller which has been a fixture in the town centre for half a century is closing its doors for the final timeRon Smith, 67, is retiring from H. Smith Jewellers, originally opened by his father in the summer of 1975. Mr Smith said he thought he would be "stoic" on Wednesday, the final day of trading. "You get to a certain age, and think about these things. It's not emotional at all, it's just one of those things. The time is right," he said.
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BBC Radio Sheffield
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922