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Festive afternoon invitation for older residents at Alleyne’s
Are you an older resident in Stone who would enjoy getting out for a Christmas afternoon this December?Or do you…
Author: Jon Cook
21st November 2025
News
Get the latest local news about Stone and the surrounding villages. A Little Bit of Stone is dedicated to bringing you the latest news stories that impact all our lives.
Santa sleigh tour returns with more nights across Stone this December
Stone’s much loved Santa sleigh tour is returning at the end of the month, and this year the team behind…
Author: Jon Cook
20th November 2025Price and Stubbs join Stone Community Hub for Christmas foodbank appeal
Stone Community Hub has launched its Christmas foodbank appeal with support from Price and Stubbs Funeral Directors. The campaign invites…
Author: Jon Cook
19th November 2025The Bridge Inn closes again as search begins for new operator
The Bridge Inn has closed its doors once more, with uncertainty hanging over the future of the pub. A short…
Author: Jon Cook
19th November 2025Railway Inn project releases first survey findings as volunteers step forward
The team working to bring the Railway Inn at Norton Bridge back into use has shared the first look at…
Author: Jon Cook
18th November 2025Major repair work planned for the Former Maltings on Crown Street
Plans have been submitted for the Former Maltings, the Grade II listed building that has sat empty for years and…
Author: Jon Cook
18th November 2025Staffordshire commissioner reacts after Government confirms role will be scrapped
Staffordshire’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner has spoken out after the Government announced the role will be axed in the…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter18th November 2025Local bereavement support charity honoured with national award
Stafford and District Bereavement and Loss Support Service has received the King’s Award for Voluntary Service for its work supporting…
Author: Jon Cook
17th November 2025Stone MP urges considerate use of fireworks after meeting national welfare groups
Stone MP backs calls for more considerate use of fireworks after attending a Westminster event on the impact on pets,…
Author: Jon Cook
17th November 2025Free parking confirmed for Stone on key December Saturdays
Shoppers heading into Stone in the run up to Christmas will have three full days of free parking across all…
Author: Jon Cook
13th November 2025Police commissioner role for Staffordshire to be scrapped under new plans
The role of Staffordshire’s elected police and crime commissioner is set to be scrapped, as part of government plans to…
Author: Jon Cook
13th November 2025New urgent treatment centre plans for Stafford’s County Hospital
Plans have come forward to create a new urgent treatment centre at Stafford’s County Hospital. If the application is approved…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
13th November 2025Stone (Staffs) and District u3a is celebrating
It’s been 20 years since Stone (Staffs) and District u3a was set up. It all started with an idea and…
Author: Jon Cook
12th November 2025Fence installed on Stone field after repeated unauthorised camps
Stafford Borough Council has fenced off the field opposite Christ Church Academy in Stone to stop caravans accessing the site…
Author: Jon Cook
12th November 2025Stone bakers urged to rise to the challenge of the Great British Bake Off
Stone’s home bakers are being invited to swap their kitchen counters for the famous white tent as applications are open…
Author: Jon Cook
11th November 2025New farm shop opens next to Downs Bank
A new farm shop has opened by Coffee n Cones at Downs Bank, offering local bread, pies, cakes, produce and…
Author: Jon Cook10th November 2025
