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Council speaks out against plans for 240 new homes on edge of Stone
Plans for 240 new homes on farmland on the edge of Stone have met with strong opposition from community leaders…
Author: Jon Cook
9th October 2025
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!
A magical evening as Percy Jackson delights at the Regent Theatre in Hanley
It isn’t every day that a children’s fantasy book leaps from the page to the stage with this much spark,…
Author: Jon Cook
8th October 2025Celebrate Christmas in Style at Aston Marina
As the sparkle of the festive season begins to light up Staffordshire, Aston Marina offers the perfect backdrop for a Christmas to remember.…
Author: Jon Cook
8th October 2025A look at the charm and character of the Stone House Hotel
Dating back to the early 1800s, the Stone House Hotel began life as a large traditional country house. Today it…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2025Questions raised over paid advert about changes to Staffordshire councils
A sponsored social media advert is circulating for users of Facebook in Stone, advising that the government is planning to…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2025Book launch at Bod Stone on 14th November
Meet author Susie Schwartz at Bod Stone on 14th November for a relaxed signing of her new book Help the…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2025Appeal for witnesses after damage to Stone church gateway
Investigation launched after damage was found to the historic Grade II listed gateway at St Michael’s Church in Stone, believed…
Author: Jon Cook7th October 2025See Pirehill First School in action at November open day
Pirehill First School hosts an open day on Thursday 13th November with bookable short tours. Meet staff, see refurbished classrooms…
Author: Jon Cook
6th October 2025Ben Moor brings A Three Thing Day to Crown Wharf Theatre
Ben Moor’s acclaimed solo comedy A Three Thing Day comes to Crown Wharf Theatre, Stone, on 30th October. A surreal…
Author: Jon Cook2nd October 2025£250k green funding package opens doors for Stone businesses
Independent businesses in Stone could soon benefit from a new package of grants aimed at helping them cut costs and…
Author: Jon Cook
1st October 2025Crown Wharf Theatre to trial walk-up Box Office on Farmers’ Market Day
Crown Wharf Theatre will be opening a face-to-face Box Office for the very first time on Saturday 4th October 2025.…
Author: Jon Cook1st October 2025Nelson & Jervis: Lessons in Leadership
Crown Wharf Theatre in Stone will welcome Admiral Sir Trevor Soar KCB OBE DL on Thursday 9th October 2025 at 7:30…
Author: Jon Cook
1st October 2025Rooftop Studios calls on young performers for We Will Rock You
Rooftop Studios in Stone is holding auditions on 4th October for We Will Rock You, with performances set for Crown…
Author: Jon Cook30th September 2025‘Unearthed’ – New Paintings by Ed Jeavons
This November, Stone based artist Ed Jeavons presents Unearthed, a solo exhibition of new paintings at the Stone Heritage Centre.…
Author: Jon Cook
29th September 2025Crown Wharf shines as the jewel of British pubs
Stone’s Crown Wharf has won Great British Pub of the Year 2025 and Town Pub of the Year, celebrating community…
Author: Jon Cook
25th September 2025New cash machine now up and running at Stone Post Office
Stone town centre once again has a cash machine on the High Street, as the Post Office has completed its…
Author: Jon Cook25th September 2025
