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New farm shop opens next to Downs Bank
A new farm shop has opened by Coffee n Cones at Downs Bank, offering local bread, pies, cakes, produce and…
Author: Jon Cook
10th November 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!
Work underway to replace Star Lock gates in Stone
Work has started this week on the Trent and Mersey Canal in Stone, where engineers are busy replacing the bottom…
Author: Jon Cook
8th November 2025Tickets now on sale for Santa’s Grotto at Stone Christmas Market
Santa’s Grotto tickets for Stone Christmas Market on Sunday 23 November are now on sale from James Du Pavey, Fishtopia…
Author: Jon Cook
7th November 2025Thanks for Coming brings a new kind of night out to Stone
Thanks for Coming, a new basement cocktail bar beneath Austin and Roe, has opened in Stone offering calm, seated service…
Author: Jon Cook
7th November 2025Woman charged with theft after foot patrol stop in Stone
A 27-year-old woman has been charged with theft from a shop following proactive police patrols in Stone.
Author: Jon Cook
7th November 2025Stone in Bloom calls for residents to step up and keep the town looking blooming lovely!
The community group behind many of Stone’s floral displays is calling for new volunteers to help keep the town a…
Author: Jon Cook
7th November 2025Driver jailed after police pursuit through Stone town centre
A Newcastle man has been jailed after ramming a police car and driving the wrong way through Stone town centre.
Author: Jon Cook
6th November 2025Police warning after reports of cold callers in Stone
Police urge Stone residents to be vigilant after reports of cold callers offering roofing work and changing prices once agreed.
Author: Jon Cook
5th November 2025Police appeal after non-stop collision near Norton Bridge
Police are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was injured in a non-stop collision on Eccleshall Road near Norton Bridge.
Author: Jon Cook
5th November 2025Local businesses invited to explore AI through new support programme
Stone businesses are being invited to join a free AI support scheme run by Rocketeer and the Growth Hub to…
Author: Jon Cook
5th November 2025Community comes together for a night of hope for Harper
Stone community fundraiser at The Sanctuary will help send two-year-old Harper on a dream trip after her cancer treatment.
Author: Jon Cook
4th November 2025Stone man sentenced after drugs raid linked to child exploitation
Stone man Tyrell Riggon sentenced after police uncovered cannabis being supplied to children in a Stafford flat.
Author: Jon Cook
4th November 2025The Bodyguard delivers powerhouse vocals and nostalgia in Hanley
There are few openings in musical theatre that grab you quite like The Bodyguard. Yesterday's opening night performance at the…
Author: Jon Cook
4th November 2025Crown Wharf Theatre marks first anniversary with new show announcement
Crown Wharf Theatre in Stone celebrates its first anniversary with a new in-house production, Jack Absolute Flies Again, announced for…
Author: Jon Cook4th November 2025Stone’s Christmas lights night to bring pantomime, choir and festive stalls to the High Street
A night of performances and community spirit Stone’s High Street will come alive on the evening of Thursday 20 November…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd November 2025From Walton to the wind tunnel, Lisa takes on indoor skydive for MS-UK
A Walton woman living with multiple sclerosis is taking on an indoor skydive this month to raise money for the…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd November 2025
