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People reminded about opportunities to volunteer at their local library
People are being reminded of the many volunteering opportunities available in their local library as part of a new campaign.…
Author: Jon Cook
10th January 2019
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!
Taylor Wimpey national campaign shortlists Stone organisations
National housebuilder Taylor Wimpey has shortlisted three Stone organisations as part of their Midlands region. People are asked to vote…
Author: Jon Cook
10th January 2019Town Council ends bus trial following poor uptake
Following an initial trial sponsorship, Stone Town Council has called an end to the replacement bus service that was serving…
Author: Jon Cook
9th January 2019Plans for a new theatre and pub at Crown Wharf have been recommended for approval.
Members of Stafford Borough Council’s planning committee will meet next week to discuss the application for the development of Stone’s…
Author: Jon Cook
9th January 2019Beth Lauren Cakes celebrate their First birthday!
Stone’s award-winning cake parlour and kitchen celebrate their first anniversary this January! Family team, Beth, Julie and Hannah are celebrating…
Author: Jon Cook
8th January 2019New Stone Leisure Centre could spell the end for local swimming club
The volunteer-run Stone and District Swimming Club could face closure due to policy clash with Freedom Leisure who will be…
Author: Jon Cook
7th January 2019Charities and community groups invited to apply for refurbished bikes
Charitable or community organisations in Stafford Borough, including Stone, are now being invited to apply to receive refurbished bicycles of…
Author: Jon Cook
5th January 2019Free 7-day pass to Stone and Stafford dance and fitness classes
Stone and Stafford based dance school, the Groove Academy, is offering a free 7-day pass* to its dance and fitness classes…
Author: Jon Cook5th January 2019Trust welcomes news that school children are to be taught CPR
West Midlands Ambulance Service says thousands of lives could be saved in years to come with news that all secondary…
Author: Jon Cook
5th January 2019Male arrested in connection with multiple AED Donate burglaries
Staffordshire Police have confirmed that a male has been arrested in relation to repeat burglaries of the AED Donate charity…
Author: Jon Cook
5th January 2019Call blocking device to help vulnerable people fight against nuisance calls
Stone residents who receive regular nuisance sales calls continue to benefit from call blocking devices fitted to their telephones as…
Author: Jon Cook3rd January 2019Stone 2018 – A Review
2018 has been a cracking year for A Little Bit of Stone and also for our lovely town, here's our…
Author: Jon Cook1st January 2019Check those bin calendars for changes over the festive period
Residents across Stafford Borough are being reminded to check their bin calendars for changes to the collection service over the…
Author: Jon Cook
21st December 2018Stone school plans expansion to cope with housing increases
Manor Hill First School could soon be opening its doors to more new pupils – as part of plans to…
Author: Jon Cook
19th December 2018Review: Robin Hood at the Regent Theatre
For 2018 Jonathan Wilkes and his panto partner in crime Christian Patterson bring the tale of Robin Hood to the…
Author: Jon Cook
15th December 2018Increase in home schooling placed in council spotlight
Schools should be challenged by Ofsted if too many pupils are leaving the classroom to be home educated to avoid…
Author: Jon Cook
14th December 2018
