A new supportive space for parents and infants has opened in Trent Vale. Led by experienced volunteers from Little Humans CIC, the "Everyone Matters" group offers a free, relaxed weekly session at Better Together Community HQ.
The legendary Mow Cop Killer Mile returns this May with a brutal 570-foot ascent and sections reaching a 25% gradient. With registrations already surpassing 60% in some categories, the 38th edition is on track to be the largest in the race's history.
Celebrating its 21st anniversary, the Stone Food & Drink Festival reveals a star-studded line-up for May 2026. GBBO's Nelly Ghaffar, chocolatier Paul A Young, and cake expert Juliet Sear are set to headline the demonstration kitchen at Westbridge Park.
Environmental ambassador Dan Dick has transformed the streets of Stoke town, removing a staggering 4.5 tonnes of litter and tackling dozens of safety issues in just five months as part of the High Street Accelerator programme.
Citizens Advice North Staffordshire is appealing for £40,000 to save its frontline food bank advice sessions. Since 2022, the project has secured nearly £4 million in financial gains for locals, helping hundreds move away from emergency food reliance.
Stoke-on-Trent has unveiled the first twelve "priority projects" of its Future 100 economic prospectus. From a massive A50/A500 corridor investment to a new Chatterley Whitfield eco-park, the plan targets jobs, heritage, and healthier communities.
Stoke-on-Trent is launching a £3 million electric vehicle revolution. With plans to increase public charging points from 115 to over 800, the city is prioritizing residential areas and innovative cable gully solutions to support a sustainable transport future.
A Newcastle-under-Lyme community interest company is bridging the digital divide after securing £100,000 worth of donated IT equipment for local charities and schools.
Stoke-on-Trent marks its centenary with new bronze and steel heritage markers, guiding visitors through the city's world-famous industrial and pottery history.
A historic £18.94 million injection from Homes England has greenlit the transformation of Newcastle-under-Lyme. The ambitious project will turn a former car park and shopping centre into 328 new homes, featuring the UK’s first multi-storey car park apartment conversion.
Electric mobility is gaining momentum in the Potteries as BYD Stoke hits a major sales milestone. Since opening in May 2025, the dealership has helped 250 drivers transition to EVs, with the family-friendly Seal U leading the charge.
Tinnitus Awareness Week 2026 (2–9 February) focuses on the music industry and hearing health. With one in seven UK adults affected by ringing or buzzing in the ears, this year’s campaign highlights how modern hearing aids and safe listening practices can provide much-needed relief.
