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Stone Heritage Centre to host three talks on local history
Stone Heritage Centre has announced three more talks for the months ahead, with this latest run turning the spotlight on…
Author: Jon Cook
9th March 2026
History
Find out about the amazing history of Stone through various articles and news reports. Stone is a town steeped in history so read on to find out more!
Stone to mark 80 years since VJ Day with ceremony, exhibition, and music
Stone Town Council is inviting the community to join a series of events this week to mark 80 years since…
Author: Jon Cook
11th August 2025Two free local history talks announced at Stone Heritage Centre
Two free local history talks announced at Stone Heritage Centre this August, covering ancient finds and wartime stories. Booking required…
Author: Jon Cook
3rd August 2025Stone forged milestones return to life along the canal
Mile markers cast in Stone in 1819 by Rangeley & Dixon have been restored along the Trent & Mersey Canal,…
Author: Jon Cook
17th June 2025Park bench installed at Westbridge Park in memory of Stone councillors
A pair of community stalwarts who worked to preserve green space in Stone during their lifetimes have been honoured with…
Author: Jon Cook
12th March 2025What’s on at Stone Library this March
Stone Library has a busy schedule of events this March, offering something for book lovers, history enthusiasts, and those looking…
Author: Jon Cook
24th February 2025Stone council calls for VE Day stories and WWII artefacts to mark 80th anniversary
Stone Town Council is inviting residents to contribute personal stories and World War II artefacts as part of the town's…
Author: Jon Cook
5th February 2025St Michael’s Churchyard Group launches to protect Stone’s historic site
A new community initiative takes root in Stone to care for the cherished churchyard and its surroundings.
Author: Jon Cook
17th January 2025Repainted canal side Joule’s sign splits opinion
Debate raged online this week when a member of the A Little Bit of Stone - Your Photos Facebook group…
Author: Jon Cook10th January 2025Walton Priory Middle School on the hunt for old school photos
Stone's Walton Priory Middle School will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary later this year, and they're looking for old photos…
Author: Jon Cook
10th April 2024Discover hidden canal artefacts at Stone Library
Dive into history at Stone Library until Saturday, the 27th of April, with a special exhibit of artefacts from the…
Author: Jon Cook
8th April 2024£40,000 funding bid for Stone’s new heritage centre
Work to create a new centre celebrating Stone’s heritage is almost finished – and a bid for extra cash is…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
3rd August 2023Stone Heritage Centre building work nears completion
The transformation of Stone's future heritage centre is nearing completion, with major refurbishment work on track to finish by the…
Author: Jon Cook17th July 2023Commemoration of Stone World War 2 hero Richard Stubbs
The Royal Air Forces Association Stone and District Branch, in conjunction with Christ Church, Stone, has arranged a Service of…
Author: Jon Cook
17th February 2023Not time to call it a day on High Street clock urges local councillor
Time stands still on Joule's Clock as councillors assess repair options for the historic High Street timepiece.
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
26th January 2023Support group wins funding for Stone Jubilee art project
Sunflower Family Support Group have successfully bid for funding to run Jubilee art workshops in Stone.
Author: Lauren Walker
6th May 2022
