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Stone bonfire plans go up in flames as the town’s display is cancelled for 2021
Plans for Stone's Bonfire and Firework display have gone up in flames as the Stone Town Bonfire and Fireworks Committee…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2021
Jon Cook
I’m ultimately responsible for the website, social media accounts, email and technical aspects of ALBOS. I’ve lived in Stone since 2005 and am married with 2 children. By day I run my own IT consultancy business but away from the computer my interests are my family, Hull KR rugby league team and the McLaren F1 team!
Stone town council switch back to Christmas light switch on
Following residents feedback, Stone Town Council has confirmed that the 2021 Christmas lights switch on WILL go ahead this November…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2021Alleyne’s school governors release statement about leisure strategy funding plan
The governors at Stone's Alleyne's Academy has released a damning statement accusing the borough council of abandoning funding for a…
Author: Jon Cook
6th October 2021Early morning catalytic converter theft in Stone
Staffordshire Police have issued advice on preventing catalytic converter thefts after attending an incident at 1:00 am Tuesday 5th October…
Author: Jon Cook
5th October 2021Staffordshire fundraiser reaches almost £3,000 for Afghan evacuee
A JustGiving page for Afghan evacuees in Newcastle has raised almost £3,000 from the public in just over a week…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd October 2021Stone cyclist, Dan Bigham, beats Bradley Wiggins’ British Hour Record
Stone cyclist, Dan Bigham, has beaten Bradley Wiggin's British Hour Record that had stood for over 6 years.
Author: Jon Cook
2nd October 2021Stone sixth former’s surprise appearance on Laura Kuenssberg podcast
Seventeen-year-old Jacob Arnold, a sixth former at Stone's Alleyne's Academy, was propelled into the political spotlight after he asked top…
Author: Jon Cook
1st October 2021FREE expert advice available for Stone micro-businesses
Stone businesses with one to four employees can still benefit from 12 months’ free business support to guide them through the…
Author: Jon Cook
30th September 2021West Midlands Ambulance Service have jobs available in many disciplines
Stone residents looking for their very first job, or are seeking a brand-new challenge, are being encouraged to check out…
Author: Jon Cook
30th September 2021Staffordshire Police warn of an increase in keyless van theft in the county
Staffordshire Police have today issued a smart alert about an increase in keyless van theft, with Ford Transit vans being…
Author: Jon Cook
30th September 2021Regional data from Stone estate agency, James Du Pavey, shows annual jump in house prices
James Du Pavey estate agents have shared their latest reports about the local housing market where demand continues to drive…
Author: Jon Cook
30th September 2021Borough councillors asked to give green light for near £2.5m spend on leisure in Stone
With more than £1.5 million already set aside for a major transformation to Stone's Westbridge Park, senior councillors will discuss…
Author: Jon Cook
29th September 2021Hilderstone accountants first to achieve Responsible Business Standard
David Nicoll from Hilderstone has become the first business owner in the UK to achieve full certification under the new…
Author: Jon Cook
27th September 2021Support to help people in Stone stop smoking
Stone residents who smoke but want help to quit are reminded that support is available ahead of Stoptober's annual campaign…
Author: Jon Cook27th September 2021Charlie’s cat cafe gets its claws into fitness with new feline yoga sessions!
Charlie's cat cafe, based at the top of Stone High Street, is stretching its offering by running sessions of yoga…
Author: Jon Cook
24th September 2021Stafford Borough Council to consier application for new Stone Starbucks drive through
During the summer plans were submitted to Stafford Borough Council to convert Dan's Motorcycles on the A34 into a Starbucks…
Author: Jon Cook
24th September 2021
