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Friday 1st November 2013 On This Day in Doncaster History more» 1829: Christ Church's first public service after opening. 1915: Boyd QC actor Michael Dennison was born in Doncaster. 1937: New Honeymooner's train The Glass Age Express launched in Doncaster. 1938: 616 (South Yorkshire) fighter Squadron of the Auxiliary Air Force was formed. 1938: Newly formed No. 616 (South Yorkshire) Squadron are based at Doncaster. 1996: Brassed Off, the film about Grimethorpe Colliery Band, was released. 2011: Doncaster Rovers striker Billy Sharp heroically scores 3 days after the tragic death of his 2 day old son. 2012: Doncaster's North Bridge is re-opened early after 10 years closed.

WHATS ON ANNIVERSARIES 11 Years Ago Today Labour's Ros Jones is elected the new mayor of Doncaster. 11 Years Ago Today Doncaster Rovers manager Brian Flynn opts to step down after team become champions of League 1. 22 Years Ago Today Martin Winter elected as Mayor of Doncaster.» 36 Years Ago Today Demolition of the 135 year old Neatherds cottage near Racecourse began.