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Celebrating Our Supporters in 2024
As 2024 winds down, we are reflecting on the generosity and kindness of our readers. Your contributions—whether virtual coffees or Facebook…
Author: Jon Cook
16th December 2024
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!
Bake Off stars to join the foodie fun at the 2025 Stone Food & Drink Festival
Contestants from the nation’s favourite TV baking competition will showcase their skills at next year’s Stone Food & Drink Festival…
Author: Jon Cook16th December 2024Review: Dick Whittington at The Regent Theatre – 20 years of Jonny Wilkes
Opening night at The Regent Theatre is our sign that Christmas is just around the corner, and this year’s panto, Dick…
Author: Jon Cook
14th December 2024Christmas bin collections: check revised dates for Stone residents
Stone residents are being reminded to check their recycling and waste collection days as changes will be in place over…
Author: Jon Cook
13th December 2024James Du Pavey Achieves Fourth Consecutive Gold Award at EA Masters
Local estate agent James Du Pavey is celebrating a fourth consecutive gold award from the EA Masters, placing it in…
Author: Jon Cook
12th December 2024Stone Heritage Centre Seeks Historical Artefacts to Tell the Town’s Story
The Heritage Centre in Stone is set to bring the town's history to life, and Stone Town Council is calling…
Author: Jon Cook
5th December 2024Storm Darragh dashes Stone Farmers’ Market, but Sunday’s Christmas Market to go ahead
Forecasts of high winds, caused by Storm Darragh, leads to the cancellation of Stone Farmers' Market and Stone Town Council…
Author: Jon Cook
5th December 2024Green light given for free Saturday Christmas parking for Stone and Stafford
Free parking in Stone and Stafford begins on Saturday, December 7th, after councillors gave it the green light.
Author: Jon Cook
4th December 2024Grab your tickets as AEDdonate hosts festive Christmas Jumper Night at Stone’s Lymestone Brewery
AEDdonate is gearing up to host a fantastic evening of festive cheer with its Christmas Jumper Night at Lymestone Brewery on Saturday, 7th…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd December 2024Acapella Returns to Stone for One-Day Pop-Up Event
Acapella, a name synonymous with style, previously on Stone High Street, is making a special return for a one-day pop-up…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd December 2024Christmas 2024: Church Services in Stone
As Christmas approaches, the churches in Stone have announced their festive services. Here's a guide to the events across the…
Author: Jon Cook2nd December 2024Rooftop Studios celebrates a festive first at Crown Wharf Theatre
Stone performing arts school Rooftop Studios made history last week as the first external group to hire the town’s new…
Author: Jon Cook
30th November 2024Controversial green belt EV charging hub and drive-through proposal refused
Stafford Borough Council has refused a proposal for an electric vehicle (EV) charging hub and drive-through restaurant on the outskirts…
Author: Jon Cook
30th November 2024Big screen cinema makes a return to Stone
Classic Christmas movies will kick off big screen cinema at Crown Wharf Theatre in Stone this December.
Author: Jon Cook
29th November 2024Cole’s AutoTech drives into Stone and declares the town, “bloody lovely!”
Cole's AutoTech has officially opened its doors at the former Crown Street Garage in Stone, and its ramps are ready…
Author: Jon Cook
29th November 2024Abnormal load to travel past Stone on Saturday 30th November
Motorists travelling through Stone on Saturday, 30th November, may experience delays as an abnormal load makes its way north along…
Author: Jon Cook
29th November 2024
