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Stone town centre roadworks confirmed as signs warn of delays
Staffordshire County Council has confirmed roadworks in Stone town centre from 13 July, with signs warning drivers to expect delays.
Author: Jon Cook
10th July 2026
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!
Stone residents asked to have their say on borough PSPO changes
Stone residents can now comment on Stafford Borough PSPO changes, including loitering, busking and face covering proposals.
Author: Jon Cook
9th July 2026Work to install new Burston footbridge to begin next week
Work to install the new Burston footbridge on Sandon and Burston Public Footpath 36 is due to begin on Monday…
Author: Jon Cook
9th July 2026Daytime closure planned near Stone Post Office
A daytime closure is planned near Stone Post Office on Friday 10 July for traffic signal detection loop repairs.
Author: Jon Cook
8th July 2026Stone town centre roadworks set to tackle busy junction potholes
Roadworks are set to begin in Stone town centre, with potholes around the Newcastle Street and Crown Street junction due…
Author: Jon Cook
8th July 2026Gritters return to Staffordshire roads, but not because of snow
Gritters are returning to Stone roads this week, but not because of snow, as highways crews prepare for hot weather.
Author: Jon Cook8th July 2026Free charity family music festival at The Bridge Inn this weekend
A free charity family music festival at The Bridge Inn, Stone, will raise money for Alzheimer’s Research UK and Pebbles…
Author: Jon Cook
8th July 2026Smartys marks 29 years of caring for children and families in Stone
Smartys Day Nursery Group is celebrating 29 years of childcare in Stone, recognising families, staff and early years support.
Author: Jon Cook
8th July 2026Waitress is a heartfelt musical full of laughter, warmth and unforgettable performances
Waitress is one of those rare musicals that has you laughing out loud one moment before quietly reaching for a…
Author: Jon Cook
7th July 2026Sir Gavin Williamson answers reader questions two years after election as Stone MP
Sir Gavin Williamson answers ALBOS reader questions on Stone, two years after being elected as MP.
Author: Jon Cook
7th July 2026Stone ADHD Community launches new peer support group
Poster for Stone ADHD Community, a monthly ADHD peer support group at The Pumphouse, 1st Stone Scout Hut, starting Thursday…
Author: Jon Cook
5th July 2026St Wulfad’s Day family funday to be held in Stone
St Wulfad’s Day family funday takes place at St Michael and St Wulfad’s Church in Stone on Saturday 25 July.
Author: Jon Cook
5th July 2026Police appeal after black moped ridden dangerously in Stone and Stafford areas
Police are appealing for witnesses after two people were reported riding a black moped dangerously in Stone and parts of…
Author: Jon Cook
4th July 2026Co-op banners appear at Lichfield Road site as Stone opening moves closer
New Co-op banners have appeared at the Lichfield Road retail parade in Stone, with the store still expected to open…
Author: Jon Cook
4th July 2026The Artisan Boutique and Kitchen to close as Susan Hughes prepares to retire
The Artisan Boutique and Kitchen will close its doors in Stone on Saturday 11 July 2026, with owner Susan Hughes…
Author: Jon Cook3rd July 2026How residents can have their say on new developments in Stone
New developments in Stone can attract a lot of attention before a planning application is even submitted. That could mean…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd July 2026
