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Staffordshire gritters put on standby as temperatures climb towards 34C
Four gritters are on standby in Staffordshire as temperatures head towards 34C, ready to spread granite dust if road surfaces…
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2026
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Staffordshire Police launches CCTV registry for residents
Stone residents with CCTV or video doorbells are being encouraged to join a new Staffordshire Police registry designed to help…
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2026Police warn drivers over anti-social car meets around Stone
Police have warned drivers around Stone that vehicles used anti-socially can now be seized without officers first issuing a Section…
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2026Abnormal load set to pass Stone on Saturday morning
An abnormal load will travel north on the A34 past Stone on Saturday 15 August, with delays and temporary traffic…
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2026Stone students urged to get MenB vaccine before heading to university
Stone students heading to university this autumn are being urged to book their free NHS MenB vaccinations before leaving home.
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2026Stonefield Park concert to include Burma Star and VJ Day commemoration
Florence Brass Band will perform at Stonefield Park on Sunday 16 August, alongside a Burma Star and VJ Day commemoration.
Author: Jon Cook
10th August 2026New Burston footbridge near Stone on track to reopen this month
New footbridge on Sandon and Burston Footpath 36 near Stone is now in place, with the popular route expected to…
Author: Jon Cook
10th August 2026Plans submitted for up to 70 homes on Green Belt land north of Stone
Plans for up to 70 homes, including 35 affordable properties, have been submitted for Green Belt land between the A34…
Author: Jon Cook
7th August 2026Stone parents look to local tutors ahead of September
Stone parents looking ahead to September can find local maths, English and science tutors through the A Little Bit of…
Author: Jon Cook
6th August 2026Local councils could fund extra grit bins under new winter policy
Local councils around Stone could pay for additional grit bins under Staffordshire County Council’s proposed new winter roads policy.
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter6th August 2026Man Time launches 10,000 beer mat campaign to get Stone men talking
Man Time is distributing 10,000 beer mats across Stone and nearby venues to encourage conversations about men’s mental health and…
Author: Jon Cook
5th August 2026Live music and funfair set for Stone Summer Street Party
Stone Summer Street Party returns on Saturday 15 August with free live music, tribute acts, a funfair and food in…
Author: Jon Cook5th August 2026Stone-based AEDdonate reaches 10,000 locations across the UK
Stone-based AEDdonate has supported 10,000 UK locations with defibrillators, education and guidance for cardiac emergencies.
Author: Jon Cook
5th August 2026Free bike security marking event to be held in Stone
Free bike security marking will be available outside Stone Leisure Centre on Wednesday 5 August, with no appointment needed.
Author: Jon Cook4th August 2026Aston by Stone Village Hall opens refurbished courtyard
Aston by Stone Village Hall has opened its refurbished courtyard following improvements supported by The National Lottery Community Fund.
Author: Jon Cook4th August 2026Railway Inn community share offer opens as campaign passes £100,000 milestone
The Railway Inn at Norton Bridge has launched its community share offer, allowing supporters to invest as the campaign passes…
Author: Jon Cook4th August 2026
