Stoke-on-Trent City Council unveils an ambitious long-term roadmap to revamp indoor sports venues, from essential upgrades at Fenton Manor to the potential for a brand-new flagship city centre facility.
The political landscape of Stoke-on-Trent City Council continues to transform as Councillor Carl Edwards becomes the latest Conservative to defect to Reform UK, citing "broken promises" on Brexit and Levelling Up.
Newcastle-under-Lyme’s town centre is set to be transformed into a vibrant showcase of motoring history this March, as over 100 classic and retro vehicles line the Ironmarket and High Street.
Following a comprehensive review, Stoke-on-Trent City Council has outlined a new roadmap for dementia care, focusing on social prescribing, advocacy, and a dedicated "one-stop-shop" hub at Marrow House.
A Freedom of Information request has uncovered a disturbing tripling of sexual safety incidents at UHNM over three years, with 45 incidents recorded in the most recent year alone, including allegations against staff.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council leaders have hailed a "fairer settlement" from the government, with an estimated £13 million in additional funding over the next three years to help tackle the city's unique social care and deprivation challenges.
Stafford Borough Council has unveiled an ambitious masterplan to transform Rowley Park Sports Stadium into a premier leisure destination, starting with a £1.2m investment in inclusive play and infrastructure this February.
Residents in the Staffordshire Moorlands can pick up a free tree this February as part of a major county-wide planting initiative designed to boost local biodiversity and combat climate change.
Starting April 2026, Stafford Borough residents will move to a mandatory weekly food waste collection service. Every household will receive two new caddies to help divert waste from incinerators toward renewable energy production.
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.
Penkhull is set to become the site of Stoke-on-Trent’s first experimental 20mph zone. Launching this February, the six-month trial aims to slash vehicle speeds, improve air quality, and boost safety for residents and pedestrians.
Longton is set to transform its town centre with community-inspired art. Residents are being urged to share their memories and photos to help turn a 70-metre stretch near the railway station into a vibrant celebration of the town's pride and heritage.
