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James Du Pavey issue Summer housing market update
“The UK housing market is showing renewed resilience, bouncing back after the pre-April stamp duty rush. House prices have risen…
Author: Jon Cook
29th August 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!
Dreaming of a cosy Christmas in a traditional country house setting?
This festive season, step into the warmth and charm of the Stone House, where roaring fires, elegant décor and the scent of…
Author: Jon Cook
28th August 2025Pam Ayres to headline Sandon Literature Festival at Sandon Hall
Pam Ayres headlines Sandon Literature Festival at Sandon Hall on 18th–19th October 2025 with bestselling authors and local voices.
Author: Jon Cook
27th August 2025Fresh look for 3B Barbers as team grows on Stone High Street
3B Barbers on Stone High Street has a fresh new look, products for sale and a five-strong team led by…
Author: Jon Cook
27th August 2025Police appeal after car driven wrong way through Stone High Street
Staffordshire Police are appealing for two people who witnessed a car being driven the wrong way along Stone High Street…
Author: Jon Cook
27th August 2025How to disappear completely and never be found brings psychological drama to Stone
Stone Revellers return this September with Fin Kennedy’s award-winning play How to Disappear Completely and Never Be Found, a tense story…
Author: Jon Cook
26th August 2025New 101 bus timetable could affect your commute in and out of Stone
From the start of September, the timetable for the 101 service between Hanley and Stafford is changing, and the updates…
Author: Jon Cook
26th August 2025Alleyne’s Academy students celebrate success on results day
Students at Alleyne’s Academy are celebrating outstanding A-Level and Applied General results, with many securing places at top universities, degree…
Author: Jon Cook14th August 2025Stone to mark 80 years since VJ Day with ceremony, exhibition, and music
Stone Town Council is inviting the community to join a series of events this week to mark 80 years since…
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2025Age Concern Stone seeks new volunteers to support local older residents
Age Concern Stone is seeking volunteers to help support older residents. Just one morning a week could make a real…
Author: Jon Cook
8th August 2025Six years of gold for James Du Pavey’s Stone team
James Du Pavey’s Stone office has won the British Property Award for a sixth year in a row, recognising their…
Author: Jon Cook
5th August 2025WH Smith could disappear from Stone High Street as TG Jones rebrand revealed in planning application
A planning application shows WH Smith in Stone could be rebranded as TG Jones, following the national £76m sale of…
Author: Jon Cook5th August 2025Two weeks of A34 overnight closures between Stone and Stafford as the Pets at Home roundabout is resurfaced again
Overnight closures on the A34 north of Stafford begin Monday 11th August for resurfacing works at the Pets at Home…
Author: Jon Cook
4th August 2025Regent Theatre dazzles with spectacular show by Rooftop Studios
Rooftop Studios students delivered a fiery finale at The Regent Theatre as part of their high-energy Believe! showcase celebrating local…
Author: Jon Cook
4th August 2025Police seek footage after electric bike incident in Stone
Police are appealing for CCTV or doorbell footage after two people on high-powered electric bikes caused concern on Old Road…
Author: Jon Cook4th August 2025Two free local history talks announced at Stone Heritage Centre
Two free local history talks announced at Stone Heritage Centre this August, covering ancient finds and wartime stories. Booking required…
Author: Jon Cook3rd August 2025
