About Doncaster
Doncaster is a town in South Yorkshire, on the banks of the River Don. A major industrial centre from the 18th to 20th century, Doncaster was often associated with the coal industry which brought population growth and jobs to the area with the River Don and the Don Navigation used to transport it from the area. Modern Doncaster only has a handful of collieries in the area but new industries and commercial enterprises have emerged. Its town centre offers a variety of retail outlets ranging from the traditional markets to shopping centres such as Lakeside Village which houses over 45 outlets under one roof. There is an array of museums and historic buildings in the area that bring in many visitors including Doncaster Museum And Art Gallery and South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum.
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Weather 'to blame' for dead fish
Recent high temperatures have caused the deaths of hundreds of fish in a South Yorkshire canal, the Environment Agency says.
'Mayor effect' for gay pride fest
Organisers of Doncaster's gay pride event say the publicity caused by the town's new mayor has worked in their favour.
Four in court over fatal shooting
Four men appear in court charged in connection with a gang-related shooting in Sheffield in which a 22-year-old man was killed.
Motorcyclist killed in post crash
A 42-year-old motorcyclist dies when he crashes into a concrete post in South Yorkshire, a police spokesman says.
Bosses fail to thwart bus strike
An attempt by bus company bosses to prevent strike action in South Yorkshire fails in a hearing at the High Court.
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