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Police confirm man’s death at Downs Bank
Emergency services attended Downs Bank on Sunday afternoon after a man was found deceased near Washdale Lane in Meaford. Police…
Author: Jon Cook
14th 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!
Come for the conversation, stay for the cause as Chatty Café Stone returns
The Chatty Café at BOD Stone is back, offering residents a friendly space to connect and share conversation every Monday…
Author: Jon Cook
12th October 2025Ink with intention as Lottieinks opens new tattoo studio in the town
A new tattoo studio has opened its doors on Whitebridge Industrial Estate, bringing a calm and creative approach to body…
Author: Jon Cook
10th October 2025Plans emerge for new housing between the canal and A34
Residents are being invited to have their say on early proposals to build around 70 new homes on land between…
Author: Jon Cook
10th October 2025Council 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 2025A 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 Cook1st 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 2025
