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Wednesday 10th May 2000 On This Day in Doncaster History more» 1905: The first turf was cut at Brodsworth Colliery. 1996: Mexborough Actor Brian Blessed was climbing Everest when 12 climbers were killed in a blizzard. 2003: Doncaster Rovers win promotion back to the Football League with Francis Tierney's golden goal. 2005: Ronnie Barker from Open All Hours passed away from a heart condition. 2005: Construction started on a 15,000 all-seater community stadium complex to later be named Keepmoat Stadium.

WHATS ON ANNIVERSARIES 14 Years Ago Today The North Eastern cooling tower at Thorpe Marsh Power Station is spectacularly demolished. 19 Years Ago Today Doncaster Rugby League Club's record defeat 90-4 vs Widnes. 114 Years Ago Today The first sod cut at Rossington Colliery.