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Police appeal after vehicle damage in Yarnfield
Staffordshire Police are appealing for information after two vehicles had their tyres deliberately damaged on Greenside in Yarnfield. The damage…
Author: Jon Cook
1st April 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!
McDonald’s narrowboat plan could bypass Stafford planners to reach Stone
A floating McDonald’s could be the latest attempt to bring the fast food giant to Stone, with plans said to…
Author: Jon Cook
1st April 2026Staffordshire Parkinson’s communities encouraged to try free yoga and wellbeing offer in spring
Parkinson's UK has announced a new partnership with the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) to help more people with Parkinson's…
Author: Jon Cook
31st March 2026Bin collection dates change in Stone next week for Easter
Bin collection dates in Stone and the wider borough will change next week because of the Easter Bank Holiday. Stafford…
Author: Jon Cook
31st March 2026Mayor’s charity Easter Egg Trail to run alongside Stone Farmers’ Market this Saturday
A charity Easter Egg Trail is set to take place in Stone town centre this Saturday, alongside the monthly Farmers’…
Author: Jon Cook
31st March 2026West End SIX star Laura Pyatt returns to Rooftop Studios to lead masterclass
Young performers in Staffordshire will have the chance to train with a West End star this spring, as Rooftop Studios…
Author: Jon Cook
30th March 2026Bus changes for Stone start tomorrow, with new Aston Lodge route ready to go
Bus changes affecting Stone and nearby villages are due to begin tomorrow, Monday 30 March 2026, with new stops now…
Author: Jon Cook
29th March 2026Eccleshall set to come alive as Efestival returns this weekend
Eccleshall is gearing up for a vibrant weekend of live music, shopping, and community spirit as Efestival returns this weekend.…
Author: Jon Cook
26th March 2026Helpful Bear arrives at Stone Library to support children with worries
Children in Stone can now find a new friendly face at the library, as a county-wide scheme aimed at helping…
Author: Jon Cook
26th March 2026Could Stone mark Staffordshire Day with a local event?
Staffordshire Day is returning on Friday 1 May, and organisers are hoping communities across the county will help mark the…
Author: Jon Cook26th March 2026Belle arrives at Crown Wharf as Beauty and the Beast opens this week
Belle has arrived at Crown Wharf Theatre, as final preparations continue for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast ahead of opening…
Author: Jon Cook24th March 2026What 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 Cook24th March 2026Air 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 Cook24th 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 2026
