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Community reaction as Lloyds Bank closes leaving the town without a bank
Stone was once home to several banks – but this week, the final branch in town closed its doors for…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
20th September 2024
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.
MP Visits Stone’s Dunoon factory
Sir Gavin Williamson recently visited Dunoon Ceramics in Stone, Staffordshire, to learn about the manufacturing of high-quality mugs and the…
Author: Jon Cook
19th September 2024Stone Remembrance and Armistice Services 2024
The Annual Parade, together with Services of Remembrance at the War Memorial in Granville Square and later at the Parish…
Author: Jon Cook
19th September 2024Stone residents reminded of the risks of illegal money lenders
Older residents in Stone are being reminded of the dangers of using illegal money lenders in a new campaign.
Author: Jon Cook
18th September 2024Pinder’s Circus brings their heated big top to Stone
From Tuesday the 1st of October, until Sunday the 6th of October, Pinders Circus will be welcoming visitors at Stone's…
Author: Jon Cook
18th September 2024Pupils settle back into Pirehill after summer break
As school children across Stone settle back in after the summer break, Pirehill First School shared an update about their…
Author: Jon Cook
17th September 2024Ten nights of full closure on the A34 between Stone and Stafford
Just when we thought it was completed, surfacing works on the A34 Stone Road between the Redhill roundabout and the…
Author: Jon Cook
17th September 2024Government proposed mandatory housing target sparks questions
The controlling group at Stafford Borough Council has once again come under fire for delays in bringing the latest Local…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter13th September 2024Stafford Borough councillors declare roads emergency
Staffordshire is facing a “roads emergency” because of the “worryingly poor state of repair” of the county’s highways, Stafford councillors…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
13th September 2024Stone Library has a full programme of historic events for children and adults this Autumn
As part of the Staffordshire Libraries History Festival, Stone Library has some great, exciting and FREE events taking place with…
Author: Jon Cook13th September 2024Stone Opticians’ Spin the wheel challenge funds new wheels for local charity
Staff at Specsavers Stone are raising money for Stone Community First Responders with their back-to-school spin the wheel challenge.
Author: Jon Cook13th September 2024Stone Sunday Series wheels in Transport Festival
This Sunday, the 15th of September, Stone High Street will be transformed into a Transport Festival with over 30 exciting…
Author: Jon Cook12th September 2024Fundraiser launched for Abbey House Dental nurse’s daughter
Staff at Stone's Abbey House Dental team have launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for the daughter of one…
Author: Jon Cook
11th September 2024Council complaints on the up
Complaints about lighting, highways maintenance, waste, and transport services have risen at Staffordshire County Council, alongside an increase in queries…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter11th September 2024Care Home Residents’ Food Donation Drive for Stone Food Bank
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, residents of Shoemaker Place care home, along with their families and dedicated staff,…
Author: Jon Cook
11th September 2024Sir Gavin Williamson calls for improved access at train stations for disabled people
Sir Gavin asked the Leader of the House of Commons, Rt Hon Lucy Powell MP, to schedule a debate addressing…
Author: Jon Cook
10th September 2024
