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Phil bags the rubbish on holiday from work
In an inspiring move, Stone resident Phil Baggley turns his time off work into a mission to clean up our…
Author: Jon Cook
5th April 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!
41-year-old Stone man arrested on explosive charge
On Sunday night, Staffordshire Police stopped and arrested three people after a suspicious package was found in a car near…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd April 2024Stone steps up as former Herons transforms into a dog dancing academy
There's more paws-itivity in Stone High Street, with the former Heron Foods site set to become a revolutionary Dog Dancing…
Author: Jon Cook
1st April 2024Reader’s Letter: A grateful tribute to Price and Stubbs compassionate service
Emma Matthews highlights 'Price and Stubbs' exceptional support and personal care in organising her father's funeral from afar, underscoring their…
Author: Jon Cook
28th March 2024From Darkness to Delight – The sweet journey of a chocolatier’s mental health struggles
Luxury chocolatier Michaela Jones plans to inspire others through her mental health journey as she prepares to open her new…
Author: Jon Cook
27th March 202415 Years of Blossom – A story of growth, resilience, and precious memories
With Spring in full bloom, it's fitting that Blossom is celebrating 15 years of capturing precious memories.
Author: Jon Cook
27th March 2024Stone pensioner publishes debut novel about One Small Town
It was staring out of his window during the Covid lockdowns when Stone town centre resident Tim Ward noticed the…
Author: Jon Cook
26th March 2024There’s still time to grab tickets for a “Handful of Songs”
Stone Districts brownies and guides will be performing a "Handful of Songs" at the Stoke Rep Theatre until Saturday 30th…
Author: Jon Cook
26th March 2024Easter bin collection days – don’t get caught out!
Stone residents are reminded to check when their recycling and waste will be collected over Easter due to the upcoming…
Author: Jon Cook
25th March 2024Introducing Weld & Wonder – a new business servicing Stone
Liane Hyde's new business, Weld & Wonder, is bringing the hot new trend of permanent jewellery to Stone residents.
Author: Jon Cook
21st March 2024Pets at Home A34 roadworks to be FINALLY completed this weekend
Stone residents will be celebrating the news that the A34 roadworks by the new Pets at Home distribution centre are…
Author: Jon Cook21st March 2024A strategy to help unpaid Stone carers has been agreed by the county council
The “Staffordshire’s All Age Carers Strategy 2024 – 2029” has been produced by the county council and Integrated Care Board…
Author: Jon Cook
21st March 2024£50 million boost for Staffordshire Highways over the next three years
An extra £50 million will be invested in maintaining and improving Staffordshire’s highways over the next three years, alongside a…
Author: Jon Cook
21st March 2024Polling cards on way to Stone residents for upcoming election
From this week, polling cards for an upcoming election will arrive in the letterboxes of more than 100,000 residents in…
Author: Jon Cook
20th March 202424-Hour licensing application submitted for Morrisons petrol station
Stone's Morrisons petrol station is seeking a 24-hour premise licence, with alcohol sales until midnight and late-night refreshment provision.
Author: Jon Cook
20th March 2024Rooftop Studios’ Ruby Twigg lands a place at prestigious performing arts school
Last year, Stone's Rooftop Studios saw a record number of students win places at performing arts schools across the country.…
Author: Jon Cook
20th March 2024
