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Plans emerge for new housing between the canal and A34
Residents are being invited to have their say on early proposals to build around 70 new homes on land between…
Author: Jon Cook
10th October 2025
News
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A book with many pages – a short history of Stone Library
At a recent talk, researched and presented by various of the Stone Library librarians, about the history of Stone Library (part…
Author: Dr Marc Hudson
9th October 2025Council speaks out against plans for 240 new homes on edge of Stone
Plans for 240 new homes on farmland on the edge of Stone have met with strong opposition from community leaders…
Author: Jon Cook
9th October 2025The circus is back in town – here’s what to expect!
Pinder's circus has returned to Stone, bringing a mix of old favourites and new acts. It's skilful, impressive and above all an entertaining evening. …
Author: Dr Marc Hudson9th October 2025Celebrate Christmas in Style at Aston Marina
As the sparkle of the festive season begins to light up Staffordshire, Aston Marina offers the perfect backdrop for a Christmas to remember.…
Author: Jon Cook
8th October 2025A look at the charm and character of the Stone House Hotel
Dating back to the early 1800s, the Stone House Hotel began life as a large traditional country house. Today it…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2025Questions raised over paid advert about changes to Staffordshire councils
A sponsored social media advert is circulating for users of Facebook in Stone, advising that the government is planning to…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2025Book launch at Bod Stone on 14th November
Meet author Susie Schwartz at Bod Stone on 14th November for a relaxed signing of her new book Help the…
Author: Jon Cook
7th October 2025Appeal for witnesses after damage to Stone church gateway
Investigation launched after damage was found to the historic Grade II listed gateway at St Michael’s Church in Stone, believed…
Author: Jon Cook7th October 2025See Pirehill First School in action at November open day
Pirehill First School hosts an open day on Thursday 13th November with bookable short tours. Meet staff, see refurbished classrooms…
Author: Jon Cook
6th October 2025£250k green funding package opens doors for Stone businesses
Independent businesses in Stone could soon benefit from a new package of grants aimed at helping them cut costs and…
Author: Jon Cook
1st October 2025Nelson & Jervis: Lessons in Leadership
Crown Wharf Theatre in Stone will welcome Admiral Sir Trevor Soar KCB OBE DL on Thursday 9th October 2025 at 7:30…
Author: Jon Cook
1st October 2025Council tax and business rate arrears worth £45k written off in Stafford Borough
Stafford Borough Council has written off more than £45,000 in unpaid council tax and business rates after debts were deemed…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter30th September 2025New cash machine now up and running at Stone Post Office
Stone town centre once again has a cash machine on the High Street, as the Post Office has completed its…
Author: Jon Cook25th September 2025Stone running club invite you to their 10-mile autumn Flying Fox run
Flying Fox 10 returns on Sunday 2nd November from Standon near Stone. A friendly, scenic 10-mile road race for all…
Author: Jon Cook
25th September 2025Stone residents set to benefit from new stalking support
New support is being put in place for stalking victims across Staffordshire, with services like New Era available to residents…
Author: Phil Corrigan, Local Democracy Reporter23rd September 2025
