Appeal to find relatives of local Second World War hero John Baskeyfield
An appeal has been launched to find relatives of Burslem’s Second World War hero, Lance Sergeant John Baskeyfield.
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City council set to bring in new services to reduce smoking backed by nearly £4 million funding
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is looking to invest almost £4 million of Government and public health grant funding in smoking cessation services to help people quit and live healthier and longer lives.
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New Health and Wellbeing Strategy set for approval
Stoke-on-Trent will have "an unrelenting focus on increasing preventative activity" if a new health and wellbeing strategy is approved.
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Gladstone Pottery Museum all fired up to celebrate golden anniversary
Gladstone Pottery Museum is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its official opening.
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Stoke-on-Trent market named best in Staffordshire
A Stoke-on-Trent market which dates back over 150 years has been named the best in Staffordshire.
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Former Spode pottery site earmarked for improvement works
An historic courtyard area of a former pottery site is being renovated to make it more appealing to workers and visitors.
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No fires – strict warnings for all city parks
It follows a spate of deliberate fires sparked in Hanley Park, which has led to damage and endangered wildlife habitats.
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Council set to ensure essential work done as part of schools PFI hand back
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is prepared to step in to ensure essential improvements to the city’s school buildings reach completion as part of the hand back process for its Private Finance Initiative.
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Extra £4.4 million UKSPF funding for community organisations, good causes and to support skills and development
Local organisations, good causes and the city's ongoing Centenary celebrations are all set to benefit from a multi-million-pound funding boost.
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Care leavers to be considered in council policy as it becomes a ‘locally protected characteristic’
Stoke-on-Trent City Council will give new lifelong rights and protections to young people who spend time in care.
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‘StokieLEGO’ to build city Centenary logo out of iconic bricks
A Stoke-on-Trent man whose LEGO creations have been seen and loved by fans across the world has started building the city centenary logo out of bricks.
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Illegal dumping site closed as part of canalside housing regeneration plan
An unoccupied street in Shelton is being closed from next month following years of ongoing issues with anti-social behaviour and illegal dumping.
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Family Matters helps more than 1000 children in just one year
A pioneering programme to help support families in Stoke-on-Trent has helped more than 1,100 children in its first year.
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Council commits to improve understanding and openness of the planning process
A document which outlines how planners engage with residents, businesses, groups and stakeholders is being updated to help streamline the planning process and enable decision to be made quicker.
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Providers of care and support for vulnerable adults in line for above-inflation fees increase
Providers of adult social care in Stoke-on-Trent could receive above-inflation fee increases, under proposals to be considered by the council’s ruling cabinet.
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Seddon appointed as construction partner for £11.5 million Watermill School satellite project
Work is underway on a multi-million-pound school project to provide more first-class learning opportunities for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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Man sentenced after trading standards exercise seizes illegal cigarettes
A Stoke-on-Trent trader has been sentenced following a successful trading standards operation targeting the sale of illegal tobacco and vapes.
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Bus passengers encouraged to make the most of new services and discounted fares in Stoke-on-Trent
Three more bus services are being rolled out in Stoke-on-Trent as part of a city council commitment to make public transport more accessible for everyone.
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Stoke-on-Trent aiming to break world record as it hosts Big Centenary Tea Party
Stoke-on-Trent is set to brew up something special this summer as part of its Centenary celebrations – with communities across the city invited to take part in a history-making Big Centenary Tea Party
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Interactive heritage trail launches in city’s Centenary year
An interactive heritage trail which highlights Stoke-on-Trent’s rich history is being officially launched this weekend - during a huge celebration of the city’s Centenary.
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Historic drinking fountain restored to celebrate city’s Centenary
A historic drinking fountain has been restored and officially unveiled as part of Stoke-on-Trent’s Centenary celebrations.
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Crackdown on nuisance bikes revving up again
A joint Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Staffordshire Police crackdown on nuisance bikes will hit the streets again in the coming weeks.
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Fenton to receive first ever ceremonial mace to celebrate city’s Centenary
Fenton is set to make history with the unveiling of its first-ever ceremonial mace as part of Stoke-on-Trent’s 100th-anniversary celebrations.
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Council and partners join forces in city-wide clean up
Teams from the council worked with Staffordshire Police, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue and other key agencies in a series of days of action in town centres from 20-28 March.
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Vacancy announced for Birches Head and Northwood ward
A vacancy has been announced for Birches Head and Northwood ward.
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Colour Runner event back in Hanley for centenary celebrations
Caudwell Children’s Colour Runner event is coming to Hanley Park this year as part of Stoke-on-Trent's centenary celebrations.
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Libraries take another step in digital transformation with Wi-Fi printing
Wi-Fi printing is now available in libraries across Stoke-on-Trent - making it easier for residents to access printing facilities.
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High Sheriff awards held in Stoke-on-Trent to honour city’s Centenary
The High Sheriff’s awards – recognising acts of bravery, courage and selflessness – were held in Stoke-on-Trent this year to help put the spotlight on the city during its Centenary year.
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Westport Lake café reopens as a vibrant community hub
Westport Visitor Centre has reopened its doors for 2025, with a new tenant firing up the ovens at Westport Lake View Café.
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Fly tipping blitz campaign and community lounge partnership shortlisted for national awards
An innovative community partnership that has helped more than 4,000 people access vital support and a council service leading a blitz on fly-tipping are up for awards that recognise local government.
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