Monday 9th November 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1411: Richard Plantagenet, claimant to the English throne, born in Conisbrough.
1811: Famous actress Sarah Siddons plays the first of several dates at Doncaster's Theatre Royal.
2002: Doncaster Rovers saviour John Ryan sold his cosmetic surgery business Transform for £20m.
2009: Demolition of Doncaster Odeon on Hallgate begins, before a new £10m casino development starts.
2011: Doncaster's Superbike Racer Jamie Toseland announces his retirement from racing.
2011: Doncaster Rovers sack manager Sean O'Driscoll and immediately hire Dean Saunders.
2011: Dean Saunders first game in charge of Doncaster Rovers, with a 1-0 win at home to Crystal Palace.
2013: Doncaster Rovers chairman John Ryan resigns from the board.
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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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