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Local charity plea to Stoke-on-Trent Tesco shoppers

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is calling on local shoppers to use their blue tokens to fund free Forest School sessions at Hem Heath Woods, bringing den building and campfire cooking to city youngsters.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 26 Feb 2026

Local charity plea to Stoke-on-Trent Tesco shoppers

Keele celebrates shortlisting success at Student Nursing Times Awards 2026

Keele’s School of Nursing and Midwifery earns national recognition for digital innovation, using immersive "escape room" simulations to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 26 Feb 2026

Keele celebrates shortlisting success at Student Nursing Times Awards 2026

From London to the Potteries: ST25 Brings a National Wellbeing Movement Home

Sparked by a chance encounter in London, entrepreneur Evelyn Howe is bringing a world-class corporate wellbeing experience to the Bet365 Stadium this April to tackle workforce stress and leadership fatigue in Staffordshire.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 25 Feb 2026

From London to the Potteries: ST25 Brings a National Wellbeing Movement Home

JCB and The Hubb Foundation Launch £375,000 Partnership to Fund Free Half-Term Activities for Stoke-

A major three-year partnership between Staffordshire giant JCB and The Hubb Foundation will provide 1,000 activity places every half-term for vulnerable children across Stoke-on-Trent.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 17 Feb 2026

JCB and The Hubb Foundation Launch £375,000 Partnership to Fund Free Half-Term Activities for Stoke-

Statement from Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, regarding Wedgwood

Following news of job losses at Wedgwood’s Barlaston factory, Council Leader Jane Ashworth pledges support for affected staff and calls for urgent government intervention to protect the vital ceramics industry.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 8 Feb 2026

Statement from Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, regarding Wedgwood

Leek’s indoor markets thrive after £3.4 million transformation

Leek's historic Butter and Trestle markets have seen a massive resurgence since their £3.4m renovation, attracting nearly 400,000 visitors in a single year and becoming a vibrant hub for community events and independent business.

By Natalee Trowbridge

/ 6 Feb 2026

Leek’s indoor markets thrive after £3.4 million transformation

Reboot IT For All CIC receives £100,000 of donated tech to support communities across North Staffs

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.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 24 Jan 2026

Reboot IT For All CIC receives £100,000 of donated tech to support communities across North Staffs

Stoke residents drive electric change as BYD Stoke celebrates 250 sales milestone

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.

By Natalee Trowbridge

/ 21 Jan 2026

Stoke residents drive electric change as BYD Stoke celebrates 250 sales milestone

Keele psychology expert advises U.S. police on protest management

Professor Clifford Stott MBE is working with Portland police to implement research-led, dialogue-driven strategies for managing large-scale public protests.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 24 Dec 2025

Keele psychology expert advises U.S. police on protest management

Swansway Motor Group Raises Over £2,000 for Gingerbread Family Support in £50 Challenge

Internal teams at Swansway Motor Group turned an initial £50 into over £2,000 for local families in crisis through the Gingerbread Enterprise Challenge.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 23 Dec 2025

Swansway Motor Group Raises Over £2,000 for Gingerbread Family Support in £50 Challenge

£25 Million Institute of Technology Launches in Staffordshire, How It Will Create Skills and Jobs

The new Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Institute of Technology has officially launched, providing a £25 million hub for higher-level technical training and careers.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 23 Dec 2025

£25 Million Institute of Technology Launches in Staffordshire, How It Will Create Skills and Jobs

Keele University Expands Its World Famous Cherry Tree Collection

Keele University is set to host the UK’s largest collection of flowering cherries as new trees are planted and digital "virtual blossom" tours are developed.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 23 Dec 2025

Keele University Expands Its World Famous Cherry Tree Collection