Founder, CEO and editor of The Staffordshire Signal, a Staffordshire-based writer, historian, photographer and filmmaker, also known as The Red Haired Stokie, covering local news, heritage, culture and community stories across the county.
The Staffordshire Sight Loss Association is facing a race against time to raise £100,000 by the end of April 2026. Without these funds, over 17,000 people in North Staffordshire could lose a vital lifeline of support, friendship, and specialist advice.
Honey Box Live concludes its ninth series with a Music Awards celebration at The Rigger in Newcastle-under-Lyme, featuring Eve Buckley, Sarah Riches, and K-Estate.
Longton is gunning for the title of the UK’s first Town of Culture. Local residents and businesses are now invited to share their stories and help secure a £3 million cultural windfall for 2028.
Following the legacy of the late Neil Harrison, David Hunter and Sue of the new Chuckle Engine Spirit Company are bringing handcrafted, small-batch distilling back to the heart of Staffordshire.
The Staffordshire Signal's March 2026 issue: how ceramics are powering the modern world, England's oldest legible gravestone, the river Tame's remarkable recovery, and the 2026 Tourism Award winners. Free to read.
The full line-up has been announced for Foundry Festival, a brand new two-day celebration of live music taking over Stoke-on-Trent city centre on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May.
The popular Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival returns this April. Explore over 70 guided walks through stunning scenery, local history, and wildlife trails suitable for all abilities.
Stafford Borough Council is set to unveil a major "Development Framework" for the town centre. Featuring a new market hall, food court, and residential living, the plans represent the biggest transformation of the county town in a generation.
Cannock Chase Council has officially adopted its Local Plan 2018–2040. This landmark decision follows seven years of planning and provides a sustainable framework for housing, employment, and the protection of the Green Belt through 2040.
The Cannock Chase Discovery Programme has successfully supported 235 residents in overcoming barriers to employment. From accredited training to mental health support, see how UKSPF funding is creating a brighter future for the district.
Families are invited to explore the magical world of the Chase Creatures this Easter at Marquis Drive, featuring hands-on crafts, a digital app challenge, and 12 imaginative characters to discover.
