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Motorbike Seized in Longton Stoke Crackdown
Stoke council seizes illegal motorbike in Longton as part of Operation Transom crackdown on anti-social off-road biking.
Domestic Abuse Support Available in Stoke
Stoke councils warn of domestic abuse spike during World Cup. Free support services available. Call 999 in emergencies or contact New Era on 0330 303 3778.
New Community Garden Opens in Hanley, Stoke Today
The Potters' Patch community garden launches today in Hanley, Stoke. Free activities, volunteering opportunities and green space for locals.
Big Staffy Stroll at Weston Park | Stoke Dog Walk
Join the region's biggest Staffordshire Bull Terrier dog walk at Weston Park on 18 July. Free event in Stoke with guided tours and activities for all dogs.
Longton Town Centre £1.9m Makeover Underway in Stoke
Longton in Stoke is getting a £1.9 million facelift. Times Square transformation, new walking routes and improved traffic layouts are now underway.
Stoke-on-Trent Bee Friendly City Bid 2024
Stoke-on-Trent is launching a bid for Bee Friendly City status. Residents can help by planting bee-friendly flowers and registering their efforts on a city
Staffy's Tales Creative Writing Competition Stoke
Stoke's creative writing competition invites writers to tell stories about famous Staffy sculptures. Enter by July 8 for a chance to win.
Stoke Council Takes Action on 93 Neglected Buildings
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has opened 93 cases against owners of neglected historic buildings. The Heritage Enforcement Programme is forcing repairs and b
Stoke Council Seizes £250k Illegal Tobacco Haul
Stoke-on-Trent trading standards seized over £250,000 of illegal tobacco in a major crackdown across the city on June 11.
Two new police officers deployed across Stoke town centres
Stoke-on-Trent brings in two dedicated neighbourhood police officers to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in town centres. Building on proven results.
Stoke Designer Sophie Reaches BBC Final
Cannock-based interior designer Sophie Newlands reached the final of BBC's Interior Design Masters with help from Stoke council's free business support pro
£1.5m Pride in Place Fund Transforms Stoke Parks
Stoke-on-Trent secures £1.5 million to improve parks and public spaces. Dozens of community projects approved with funding until March 2027.
Stoke Bus Network Gets Major Upgrade for Better Transport We
Stoke-on-Trent Council launches Better Transport Week (June 15-21) to showcase bus improvements, Smart tickets, and real-time information displays across t
Domestic abuse support in Stoke during World Cup
Stoke domestic abuse cases spike during World Cup. Support available 24/7. Call 999 if in danger or contact New Era on 0330 303 3778.
Stoke Trading Standards Seizes £3.3m Illegal Goods
Stoke-on-Trent trading standards seized £3.3 million of unsafe and illegal goods including banned tobacco, vapes and dangerous electrical items in the past
Stoke businesses: new growth scheme launches
Staffordshire County Council launches Build and Scale programme to help ambitious Stoke-area businesses grow. Free support for construction, trades and pro
Burslem War Memorial Unveiled in Stoke
Kilngate Memorial honours 59 Royal Doulton workers killed in world wars. First of two memorials planned across Stoke's Burslem.
Secret Staffy Menu Launches in Stoke This Week
Food lovers across Stoke can hunt exclusive Staffy Specials from 13-19 June. Limited-edition treats at local restaurants, pubs and cafes during Foodie Week
New Stoke-on-Trent Poet Laureate Appointed
Steven Beattie is the new Stoke-on-Trent Poet Laureate. The "outlaw poet" aims to make poetry accessible to everyone in the city.
Stoke SEND Plan: £100M Investment for Local Schools
Staffordshire County Council launches £100M SEND plan to support children with special needs in Stoke communities. New schools and mainstream support annou