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Fairway Service Station to close for weekend electrical work
Fairway Service Station in Stone will close on Saturday 20 June and Sunday 21 June for essential electrical upgrade work.
Author: Jon Cook
19th June 2026
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!
Drone footage captures Stone Carnival Week from a new angle
Staffordshire drone videographer Daniel Baker captured aerial footage of Stone Carnival Week, including the parade and Two Wheel Tuesday.
Author: Jon Cook
18th June 2026Viking invasion coming to Westbridge Park this summer
A free Viking themed family event is coming to Westbridge Park in Stone, with battle displays, living history and children’s…
Author: Jon Cook
17th June 2026Classic cars to return to Stone High Street this July
Stone High Street and Market Square will host around 60 classic cars this summer as Stone Town Council brings back…
Author: Jon Cook
17th June 2026If Stone has to grow, where should new homes go?
Stone residents are asked where new homes should go as Stafford Borough prepares its new Local Plan under housing pressure.
Author: Jon Cook
17th June 2026Stone community invited to Civic Sunday parade and service
Stone’s Civic Sunday parade and church service takes place on Sunday 12 July, with road closures in the town centre.
Author: Jon Cook
17th June 2026Stone businesses invited to NetworkIN open meeting at Crown Wharf
Stone business owners and professionals are invited to a NetworkIN open meeting at Crown Wharf on Wednesday 1 July.
Author: Jon Cook17th June 2026How Staffordshire Families Can Cut Heating Bills This Year
Practical ways for Staffordshire households to cut heating bills this year, from draught-proofing and thermostat scheduling to upgrading an old…
Author: Jon Cook17th June 2026Staffordshire residents urged to seek domestic abuse support during World Cup
Stone and Staffordshire residents are being reminded that domestic abuse support is available during the World Cup.
Author: Jon Cook17th June 2026Staffordshire Games Institute launches industry mentor scheme
University of Staffordshire has launched a new games industry mentor scheme linking students with six professionals from across the sector.
Author: Jon Cook
16th June 2026Mould Behind the Wallpaper? Here’s What You Should Do
Peeling away layers of old wallpaper is a standard part of renovating a home. Many properties across the area date…
Author: Jon Cook
16th June 2026Stone midwife Gem Sharman wins regional private midwife award
Stone midwife Gem Sharman, of Day One Midwife, has won Private Midwife of the Year for Central England in the…
Author: Jon Cook16th June 2026Stone residents urged to check ID as National Grid contractors make door to door safety visits
Stone residents are urged to check ID as National Grid contractors carry out door to door electricity safety visits in…
Author: Jon Cook
16th June 2026Stone residents invited to nominate neighbourhood police officers for national awards
Stone and Staffordshire residents can nominate local neighbourhood police officers for the 2026 Community Police Awards until 5 July.
Author: Jon Cook
15th June 2026People over 70 warned as courier fraud losses pass £21 million
People over 70 are being warned about courier fraud after national losses passed £21 million in 2025.
Author: Jon Cook
15th June 2026Country singer Laura Aston to perform at Stone Rocks anniversary
Country singer Laura Aston and The LA Band will perform at Stone Rocks as the Christ Church Academy event marks…
Author: Jon Cook
15th June 2026
