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New baby swim classes coming to Stone this November
Families in Stone will soon have another way to make a splash, with new baby and toddler swimming sessions starting…
Author: Jon Cook
28th October 2025
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Stone named Staffordshire’s happiest town – and one of Britain’s best
It comes as no surprise to us, having lived in Stone for 20 years, but Stone has been named the…
Author: Jon Cook
28th October 2025Where to get your poppies in Stone this year
Last year, the support from the Stone community was remarkable. Local co-ordinator Tracy Hall said it would be wonderful if…
Author: Jon Cook
27th October 2025Planning bid to transform barn between Stone and Sandon into worship hall
A barn between Stone and Sandon could be converted into a church if plans are approved by Stafford Borough Council.…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
22nd October 2025Frightfully good FREE family fun in Stone this Sunday!
Stone’s popular Halloween Family Festival is set to return to the High Street on Sunday 26th October. Organised by Stone Traders’…
Author: Jon Cook
21st October 2025Stone residents invited to pick up free trees as part of countywide scheme
Stone residents, and those all across Stafford Borough, can pick up a tree for free in a county-wide initiative to…
Author: Jon Cook
21st October 2025Staffordshire ends joint plan for electric vehicle infrastructure as council backs local approach
Staffordshire County Councillor Andrew Mynors says the county’s electric vehicle plans must “meet the needs of residents across Staffordshire, as…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter20th October 2025Police enforce town centre order in Stone
Police have issued five £100 fines in Stone after drivers were caught breaching restrictions in the pedestrianised area of the…
Author: Jon Cook
20th October 2025Mayor’s charity fundraising supports three Stone groups
More than £3,700 has been raised for local good causes thanks to the fundraising efforts of Stone’s former mayor, Councillor…
Author: Jon Cook
17th October 2025Plan for 140 new homes off Marlborough Road submitted
A proposal to build up to 140 homes in Stone has gone in to Stafford Borough Council. Developer Taylor Wimpey…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
16th October 2025St Dominic’s to host open mornings for 2026 reception intake
Families invited to visit the school this autumn Parents considering St Dominic’s Catholic Primary School for a 2026 reception place…
Author: Jon Cook
16th October 2025Date set for Stone Christmas lights switch on
Stone will kick off the festive season next month Stone’s Christmas lights switch on is back next month. It is…
Author: Jon Cook
16th October 2025Award Winning Novelist, Carolyn Kirby coming to Stone Library
Carolyn Kirby is coming to Stone Library on Thursday 23rd October at 2:00pm to talk about her latest novel Ravenglass.…
Author: Jon Cook
15th October 2025Honouring the fallen as Stone prepares for Remembrance Sunday
Residents are invited to join Stone’s Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day services on 9th and 11th November 2025 to honour…
Author: Jon Cook
15th October 2025Staffordshire Moorlands council confirmed as commissioner of Stone survey on local government reorganisation
Further details have emerged following last week’s story about a paid social media advert encouraging Stone residents to take part…
Author: Jon Cook
14th October 2025Police confirm man’s death at Downs Bank
Emergency services attended Downs Bank on Sunday afternoon after a man was found deceased near Washdale Lane in Meaford. Police…
Author: Jon Cook
14th October 2025
