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Stone’s Christ Church First School maintains good standards
The Stone school’s nurturing nature and warm welcome – which includes a school dog – has been commended by Ofsted…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
24th January 2025
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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.
Alleyne’s Academy and Stone Old Alleynians issue exciting update
Earlier this month, we published a story about the plans to redevelop the now decommissioned Alleyne's pool into a club…
Author: Jon Cook
24th January 2025Stone’s AMRICC leads innovation in ceramics with degree apprenticeships
A world-leading research centre based in Stone is offering apprenticeships to people looking for a future in ceramics. The Advanced…
Author: Dr Marc Hudson
23rd January 2025Chuckle Productions celebrates 15 years of making a difference with first-ever Fundraising Ball!
2025 marks a significant milestone for Chuckle Productions, a Stone-based Community Interest Company, as it celebrates 15 years of working…
Author: Jon Cook
22nd January 2025Staffordshire Police cut domestic abuse response times
Staffordshire Police have slashed the time it takes to respond to non-emergency domestic incidents – after previously leaving victims waiting…
Author: Phil Corrigan, Local Democracy Reporter
22nd January 2025New council pothole reporting system for Stone residents
The way Stone residents report potholes and other highway issues in Stone and across Staffordshire has been completely revamped.
Author: Jon Cook
20th January 2025Marathon peal at St. Michael’s Church
This Friday, January 24th, the church bells of St Michaels Church will ring in a peal, a non-stop sequence of…
Author: Jon Cook
18th January 2025Stone residents can gain new skills in 2025
Stone residents aged 19 and over who are looking to gain new skills, improve their confidence or explore passions are…
Author: Jon Cook
17th January 2025Council and traders in Stone prepare for a year of events
The new year may have only just begun, but residents and visitors to Stone can already start adding a host…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
15th January 2025Walking and well-being: Blaze Trails in the national spotlight
A parent-and-baby walking group in Staffordshire has gained significant attention after being featured on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour on New Year’s…
Author: Jon Cook
15th January 2025Local Farmer Joins Borderway UK Dairy Expo 2025 Judging Panel
Representing the next generation of UK dairy industry stars, Harrison & Hetherington are delighted to announce a brilliant panel of…
Author: Jon Cook
15th January 2025Stone volunteer is recognised by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace
An inspirational volunteer has been recognised by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh and a host of celebrities for her life-changing…
Author: Jon Cook15th January 2025Alleyne’s former swimming pool set to make way for football clubhouse
Stone’s former swimming pool at Alleyne's Sports Centre is set to be redeveloped to improve facilities for a thriving local…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
10th January 2025Stone residents invited to share views on Borough’s Rough Sleeping Strategy
People across Stone and the wider Stafford Borough have until 19 January to contribute their views on ambitious plans to…
Author: Jon Cook
10th January 2025Planning approved for leachate treatment plant at landfill site
A landfill operator has been given the green light to build an operate a plant to treat liquid draining from…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
9th January 2025Where to Play Bingo in and around Stone
Looking for a good night out in Stone? Bingo might be just your ticket. From our local venues to nearby…
Author: Jon Cook9th January 2025
