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What local government reorganisation could mean for Stone
Local government reorganisation is one of those issues that can feel distant until you stop and look at what it…
Author: Jon Cook
24th March 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!
Air ambulance responds after pedestrian struck by HGV on A34
A man was seriously injured after a collision involving a pedestrian and a HGV on the A34 at Yarlet on…
Author: Jon Cook
24th March 2026Stone Crown Bowling Club to welcome visitors for open day in April
Anyone curious about trying crown green bowling will get the chance next month, as Stone Crown Bowling Club opens its…
Author: Jon Cook
24th March 2026St Dominic’s children enjoy story-filled visit to Stone Library
Prep children from St Dominic’s Priory School spent time at Stone Library recently, taking part in storytelling, browsing books and…
Author: Jon Cook22nd March 2026Council backs push for more college places across Staffordshire
Staffordshire County Council is backing calls for more funding to create extra college and training places for young people across…
Author: Jon Cook22nd March 2026Feast Street Food to return to Stone with new look for 2026
Feast Street Food is set to return to Stone SP Cricket Club this summer, with organisers confirming a run of…
Author: Jon Cook
21st March 2026Stone massage therapist takes on charity bike ride to Bloodstock
A Stone business owner is set to swap the treatment room for a bike saddle next month, as part of…
Author: Jon Cook
20th March 2026Teams wanted for Stone Carnival football tournament at Stone Old Alleynians
Stone Carnival is calling for teams to sign up for this year’s Stone Carnival football tournament, with boys and girls…
Author: Jon Cook19th March 2026Hoverboard battery believed to have caused Stone fire
Fire crews were called to The Fillybrooks in Stone in the early hours of Tuesday 17 March after a motorhome…
Author: Jon Cook
19th March 2026Live music line-up revealed for Stone Food and Drink Festival
Stone Food and Drink Festival has confirmed the live music line-up for its 2026 return to Westbridge Park, with performances…
Author: Jon Cook
19th March 2026Fuel and flavour event in Stone to support Alzheimer’s group
A charity vehicle meet in Stone next month will raise money for Stone Alzheimer’s Group. Fuel and Flavour with Stone…
Author: Jon Cook
19th March 2026Little Dots play cafe in Stone to close this month as shop moves to new home
Families in Stone are set to say goodbye to Little Dots’ play cafe later this month, after the business announced…
Author: Jon Cook
19th March 2026One week left to have your say on Staffordshire’s biggest council shake-up in 50 years
People in Stone and across Staffordshire have just over a week left to give their views on plans that could…
Author: Jon Cook
18th March 2026Police training exercise due in Swynnerton area on Thursday
Residents in and around Stone may notice an increased police presence on Thursday 19 March 2026, as Staffordshire Police carries…
Author: Jon Cook
18th March 2026Cancer awareness bus set to visit Stone next week
A travelling cancer awareness bus offering free health checks and advice will be stopping in Stone next week. The NHS…
Author: Jon Cook
17th March 2026Rooftop dancers bring home top places from Liverpool competition
Young dancers from Rooftop Studios were back in Stone with plenty to celebrate after a successful trip to Liverpool recently.…
Author: Jon Cook
16th March 2026
