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Protected green space status leads to refusal of Downing Gardens housing plan
Stafford Borough Council has refused an application to build three houses on protected green space between Downing Gardens and Friars…
Author: Jon Cook
20th May 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!
New networking group aims to build better business connections in Stone
A new NetworkIN team is launching in Stone, aiming to bring together business owners and professionals who are keen to…
Author: Jon Cook
19th May 2025Puppets take centre stage in Stone this half-term
Free puppet shows and workshops are coming to Stone this half-term with Mr BuzzKing’s Puppet Things, running 30th May to…
Author: Jon Cook
16th May 2025Plans submitted to convert Sherwood House into supported living accommodation
A planning application has been submitted to convert Sherwood House on Church Street into a care facility offering supported accommodation…
Author: Jon Cook
15th May 2025OSS Enviro sets up home at Cold Meece
Environmental monitoring specialists OSS Enviro have moved into a new HQ just outside Stone, bringing specialist technology, fresh training space…
Author: Jon Cook
15th May 2025Ten purr-fect years on the High Street
The Cats Protection charity shop on Stone High Street is marking a major milestone this month as it celebrates its…
Author: Jon Cook
14th May 2025New escape room venture brings 1940s thrills to Stone
A brand-new escape room experience with a 1940s twist is set to open on Whitebridge Estate this summer, offering puzzle…
Author: Jon Cook
13th May 2025Stone Reform UK councillors part of new proposed council leadership team
Two newly elected Reform UK councillors covering parts of Stone and the rural surroundings are among those named in the…
Author: Jon Cook
13th May 2025Stone resident joins London’s VE Day 80 celebrations
Robin McMahon, a military nurse and NHS veteran, attended special VE Day 80th anniversary events in the capital. A special…
Author: Jon Cook
13th May 2025& Juliet at the Regent Theatre brings pop, power and a playful twist on the Bard
Disclosure: We were gifted press tickets to attend this performance, but as always, the thoughts are entirely our own. What…
Author: Jon Cook
13th May 2025Janice’s 75 km mission for Stone’s older residents
Janice Curtis, a local volunteer with Age Concern Stone & District, is taking on an ultra-challenge this summer to raise…
Author: Jon Cook
12th May 2025Stone beekeeper shares advice during swarm season
A local beekeeper is urging residents not to panic if they see a swarm of bees, after a colony in…
Author: Jon Cook
11th May 2025Stone brothers join national protest over ‘broken’ paternity leave
Stone dads join a nationwide protest by hanging baby grows in Cannock Chase Forest to call for better paternity leave…
Author: Jon Cook
11th May 2025VE celebrations bring history to life at Christ Church First School
Pupils at Christ Church First School marked Victory in Europe Day on 8th May with a day of remembrance and…
Author: Jon Cook10th May 2025Stone marks VE Day
The High Street was full of music, memories and a proper sense of pride this evening as we came together…
Author: Jon Cook
9th May 2025Fuel and food on the go as new Darlaston service station opens
A new 24-hour petrol station and convenience store has opened at the Darlaston Roundabout, transforming the site of the former…
Author: Jon Cook9th May 2025
