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A former firefighter who lost his life during the Second World War has been remembered in a dedicated service. Last Sunday local firefighters in Hanley paid their respects to the late Edwin Booth during a special ceremony organised by the Fire Brigade’s Union . Members of Edwin’s family watched on as a red plaque was […]
With retailers bracing themselves for one of the busiest shopping days of the year, people are being reminded about the importance of knowing their consumer rights. Black Friday is 25 November and shoppers are expected to spend around £4 billion on the latest technology, clothing, toiletries, toys and other household goods. And with people on the […]
Health and care organisations across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent have come together to agree a plan to help keep everyone safe this winter. And they are asking everyone to help play a part in making sure the NHS is able to provide the support needed. Although services are busy year-round, demand always peaks in winter. Dr […]
Stoke on Trent College has been successful in securing over £13m for 2 new state of the art buildings and transformation of their estate, as part of their exciting new plans which will see significant investment in both their Cauldon and Burslem Campuses. The College has been successful in securing this funding from the Government’s […]
The Countess of Wessex, Patron of the NSPCC, was warmly welcomed to JCB today for a double engagement – to officially open a new £100 million factory and to receive a £300,000 cheque for the children’s charity. The Countess visited JCB Cab Systems, Uttoxeter, and during a tour, Her Royal Highness was given an insight […]
In the last 12 months, 221 people were killed or seriously injured on our roads – which is why the Staffordshire Safer Roads Partnership (SSRP) is supporting a national campaign to raise awareness of the part everyone can play in making our roads safe. ‘Road Safety Week’ is taking place all this week and runs […]
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s Trading Standards Team has removed 5,000 illegal vapes, worth around £66,000 from the market since April 2022. The vapes have been seized as part of ongoing inspections and test purchasing exercises being carried out at premises across the City. Illegal vapes include those with illegal tank sizes containing too much vaping liquid, […]
Members of the armed forces community who are worried about the cost of living pressures are being reminded that support is available. Staffordshire County Council’s ‘Here to help’ campaign and dedicated webpages have information and advice with things like paying bills, food and essentials, funding for childcare, staying warm and helping others. Members of the forces […]
A number of males have been arrested in connection with disorder offences following the Midlands derby match between Stoke City and Birmingham City at the bet365 stadium last weekend. Â Â The match took place on Saturday 5 November and saw Stoke City defeated 2-1 at home by Birmingham. After the game, Staffordshire Police arrested a total […]
A man has been arrested after a shop worker was threatened with a knife and a basket of items was stolen in Tunstall. Staffordshire Police were called to High Street just after 8 o’clock on Tuesday night. The victim, a man in his 20s, reported two men entering the store with one of the men […]
