More than 100 students from Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent shared their views on a proposed social media ban for under-16s, contributing directly to a national Government consultation on online safety.
Freedom of Information data shows Staffordshire Police recorded one acid attack between 2023 and 2025, with the case closed after no suspect was identified.
Independent law firm Harrison Drury has strengthened its Stoke-on-Trent office with two senior property appointments and a move into larger space at Smithfield Works.
Weekly food waste collections will begin across Cannock Chase from the week commencing 27 April 2026, as part of the government’s Simpler Recycling initiative to increase food waste recycling.
Astley Place in Newcastle-under-Lyme has officially topped out, marking a major milestone for what is believed to be the UK’s first transformation of a former shopping centre into homes.
Longton Carnival and Pig Walk will return on Sunday, April 26, 2026, with a classic children’s literature theme, a free town centre programme, and a parade celebrating reading, creativity and community.
Foundry Festival will bring almost 60 live bands to Stoke-on-Trent across four days this May Bank Holiday weekend, opening with SHADER at The Underground and closing with a War Child UK charity finale at Artisan Tap.
Weekly food waste collections have officially started in Stafford Borough, with around 60,000 households receiving new caddies as part of a government-funded recycling initiative.
Currie Young has helped secure the sale of Stoke-on-Trent-based UK Drivers & Logistics Solutions Ltd to R D Transport (Stoke) Ltd, protecting jobs and ensuring continuity for customers following the appointment of joint administrators.
