Half-term fun at Gladstone Pottery Museum
This October half-term there is a week of entertainment and activities planned for visitors of all ages at Gladstone Pottery Museum.
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A new national ceramics prize, stunning artistic programme and increased investment in culture as part of City of Culture bid
A new national award for ceramics, artist takeovers of remarkable spaces in the city and an international festival of circus on a spectacular scale are just three of the programme ideas announced.
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Protect yourself and others against the flu this winter
Mum-of-three Natalie Forester is urging pregnant women to get protected against flu this winter by having a free vaccination.
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Jobs and careers event returns to One Smithfield
Young people and adults looking to take the next step in their education, training or employment can get all the help they need under one roof at an event later this month.
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Council cuts rent for market traders to support business
The council is cutting rent for new and existing stall holders at all of its markets.
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City centre red routes to come into operation
Drivers will no longer be able to stop on two key roads in Stoke-on-Trent city centre as part of plans to reduce congestion and improve safety.
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Pupils to design Christmas cards for city council
Schoolchildren are being invited to get creative and design the Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent’s official Christmas card.
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City’s VC heroes to be honoured with commemorative stones
To mark 100 years since being awarded the Victoria Cross (VC), two commemorative stones will be unveiled to honour two of the city’s true heroes.
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Fire at Ringland Close
Statement from the city council.
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Giant photo mosaic to reveal ‘The Face of Stoke-on-Trent’
Thousands of photos of people from across Stoke-on-Trent are being collected to create a giant mosaic which will go on display in the city.
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Father and son prosecuted in court for fly-tipping
A father and son have been ordered to pay a combined total of more than £2,500 after admitting to fly-tipping waste in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Businesses pledge their support, as city prepares final UK City of Culture 2021 submission
Famous manufacturing and engineering businesses, top tourist attractions, educational institutions and big employers have pledged their support for the city to lift the UK City of Culture 2021 title.
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First pipes to be laid in pioneering, energy-efficient heat network
A pioneering programme to bring a network of sustainable, low carbon and low cost heat energy to Stoke-on-Trent is under way.
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Residents urged to sign up for walking festival
People in Stoke-on-Trent are being encouraged to put their best foot forward and enjoy everything the great outdoors has to offer when a walking festival gets under way.
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Blast off! Stoke-on-Trent’s city of culture bid has been submitted – and it’s out of this world
High-tech businesses, universities and sports stars are ensuring Stoke-on-Trent’s bid to become the next UK City of Culture in 2021 is out of this world – by blasting it to the edge of space.
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Market to celebrate 200th birthday with community event
Visitors to Tunstall Market will be taken back in time tomorrow (Saturday, September 23) when the venue celebrates its 200th birthday.
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Stoke-on-Trent Festival of Running to officially launch
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is delighted to partner with the Stoke-on-Trent Festival of Running to bring one of the biggest running events to ever hit the city.
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This Is The Place poet to perform in Stoke-on-Trent
Renowned performance poet Tony Walsh will take to the stage in Stoke-on-Trent next week – on the same day the city submits its final bid for the UK City of Culture 2021 competition.
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Plans unveiled for new visitor centre at city beauty spot
Plans for a new visitor centre at Stoke-on-Trent’s most significant beauty spot are being put before residents.
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Wedgwood’s First Day’s Vase is back on public display
An iconic vase formed by master potter Josiah Wedgwood is back on permanent display in Stoke-on-Trent from this Saturday (September 16) after it was saved for the nation.
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Help is at hand to quit smoking with Stoptober campaign
Mum-to-be Amy Banks says knowing her first child was on the way gave her the motivation she needed to quit smoking.
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Ancient Iron Age gold sparks £325,000 fundraising campaign
A fundraising campaign has been launched to save for the nation ancient jewellery believed to be the earliest example of Iron Age gold ever discovered in Britain.
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Businesses and MPs unite in taking Stoke-on-Trent’s culture bid to Parliament
Businesses and MPs across Staffordshire and beyond have united in telling Parliament how Stoke-on-Trent’s UK City of Culture 2021 bid is galvanising the region.
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Hanley indoor market set for investment
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is set to spend a total of £1.5 million refurbishing Hanley Indoor Market – the biggest single investment in the facility since it opened nearly 30 years ago.
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Works to strengthen road safety measures in Sneyd Green
A programme of work to strengthen road safety in Sneyd Green is set to start.
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Stoke and Vale get behind city’s culture bid
Stoke-on-Trent’s UK City of Culture 2021 bid will be in the national and international spotlight today (Saturday) when Stoke City take on Manchester United.
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Retirement village opens its doors to residents
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s latest retirement village is now ready to welcome residents.
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Explore inspirational places and spaces
Residents are being given a unique chance to see historic and culturally important venues in completely new ways as part of a free celebration of the city’s heritage.
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Culture bid on target as stand sign unveiled at Port Vale
Port Vale’s latest signing is giving a boost to Stoke-on-Trent’s cultural credentials.
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Pupils, parents and teachers praised for GCSE results after ‘more challenging’ assessments
Pupils, parents and teachers have been praised for GCSE results in the city, in the first year of major changes to the way performance is assessed.
Schools and education news
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