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Holy Week and Easter services planned across Stone
From early morning worship to children’s crafts and the town’s Walk of Witness, churches across Stone have set out their…
Author: Jon Cook
4th March 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!
New Montessori nursery set to open at Stone Business Park
A new day nursery is preparing to open its doors in Stone this spring. Flourish Montessori Day Nursery is due…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd March 2026Stone families invited to shape future social media rules for under-16s
Stone parents and young people are invited to shape new national rules on social media for under-16s, with a consultation…
Author: Jon Cook2nd March 2026Mount Road Industrial Estate sold in off market deal
One of Stone’s established industrial estates has changed hands. Mount Road Industrial Estate has been sold by Sandyford Properties to…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd March 2026Eight bungalows proposed off Old Road in Barlaston
Plans have been submitted to build eight new bungalows on land off Old Road in Barlaston. The site sits just…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd March 2026Plans submitted for three Gypsy and Traveller pitches off Whitesytch Lane, Hilderstone
A planning application has been submitted to Stafford Borough Council seeking permission for three Gypsy and Traveller residential pitches on…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd March 2026Stone Carnival Week 2026 seeks sponsors and participants
Stone Carnival Week will return from Saturday 30 May to Sunday 7 June 2026, with organisers now inviting businesses and…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd March 2026Bronze Bae Beauty to hold open day in Stone this Sunday
A new beauty and tanning business in Stone is holding an open day this weekend. Bronze Bae Beauty, based at…
Author: Jon Cook28th February 2026Calls for deputy commissioner to resign after car left untaxed
Staffordshire’s deputy police, fire and crime commissioner has faced calls to step down after it emerged his car was untaxed…
Author: Jon Cook
26th February 2026Local beautician launches NailsByCaitieX at Sophie Maelle salon
A 21-year-old beautician has launched her own nail and brow business in Stone, building on five years in the industry.…
Author: Jon Cook
26th February 2026James Du Pavey celebrates gold win at national Guild Awards 2026
A Stone estate agent has been recognised at a major national awards ceremony. James Du Pavey has won Gold at…
Author: Jon Cook
26th February 2026Trading Standards warn over illegal skin lightening products on sale in Staffordshire
Trading Standards officers in Staffordshire are urging residents to report the sale of illegal and potentially harmful skin lightening products,…
Author: Jon Cook25th February 2026Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to be staged at Crown Wharf Theatre next month
A magical family favourite is coming to Stone as local theatre company Stone Revellers present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast…
Author: Jon Cook25th February 2026Letter to the Editor: A plea to protect Stone’s Blue Badge space
We have received the following letter from a reader, relating to parking in the dedicated disabled car park, near Cumberland…
Author: Jon Cook
24th February 2026New holistic massage service to open inside FACE Aesthetics on Stone High Street
A new complementary therapy business is preparing to open its doors in the centre of Stone. Still. Massage & Complementary…
Author: Jon Cook
23rd February 2026Improved support promised for victims of crime in Staffordshire
Victims in Staffordshire have helped shape new measures to improve communication, court preparation and specialist support after crime.
Author: Jon Cook23rd February 2026
