Friday 23rd October 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1905: The first turf was cut at Brodsworth Colliery.
1943: Percy Jackson Grammar School is opened by Sir Fred Clarke.
2003: Mexborough comedian and actor Tony Capstick sadly passed away.
2010: Doncaster family Les Holmes, and sons Mark and Ian, win £6.7 on National Lottery.
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23 Years Ago Today
Mexborough radio presenter Tony Capstick was sacked by Radio Sheffield.»
63 Years Ago Today
The Flying Scotsman pulled its last train for British Railways after being bought by Doncaster businessman Alan Peglar.
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