Business News
Wednesday, 22 February 2012 20:27
Boozy Infusion is sweet success for Andy
An award-winning liqueur range is proving successful for its Barnsley creator. Restaurant owner Andy Gardiner began experimenting with recipes two years ago and, with the help of business support organisation Enterprising Barnsley, has turned ‘a bit of fun’ into a thriving business…
Thursday, 16 February 2012 09:00
SmartStart launched to help find Barnsley entrepreneurs
A scheme has been launched to help encourage more entrepreneurs in Barnsley. SmartStart, which will be free, will run from April 1 at Barnsley Business and Innovation Centre (BBIC) at Wilthorpe. It will be part of the second phase of Enterprising Barnsley,…
Monday, 30 January 2012 17:26
360 Engagement offers new approach
360 Engagement is an organisation which offers a new approach to community and staff engagement. They work collaboratively with people in communities and in organisations to influence service improvement, have strong links in communities, and are able to engage with seldom heard…
Friday, 13 January 2012 15:38
Champagne and pork pie on offer at jewellers
The rather odd combination of champagne and pork pie will be on offer at a Barnsley jewellers – as the firm marks its first year anniversary of trading. Browns Family Jewellers and Pawnbrokers, based on Peel Street, has now been open for…
Friday, 06 January 2012 09:43
Supermarket giants in Barnsley battle
Supermarket giants are battling to be based in Barnsley. A third development proposal is unveiled today, with Tesco's and Sainsbury's having shown keen interest into moving into the town. Morrisons and Asda already have big superstores on the edge of the town…
Thursday, 06 October 2011 07:18
Jobs boost for Barnsley
There was some good news on the jobs front last week with Smyths Toys Superstores announcing that it will be opening a new toy superstore in the middle of November in the Cortonwood Business Park. The toy retailer expects to create 30…