Construction to begin on refurbishment of Longton Library
Construction work begins on Monday at Longton Library, following a successful bid for funding from Arts Council England’s Library Improvement Fund.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council leisure centres to host open weekend
Council run leisure centres are throwing open their doors for a free open weekend offering taster sessions, family activities and membership incentives to people who sign up.
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‘Help is at hand’ campaign brings services together to enable residents to access cost of living support they’re entitled to
A major campaign to support residents across the city through the cost of living crisis and winter months has launched, with the support of public services, community and voluntary sector groups.
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New five-year plan outlines city council pledge to tackle fuel poverty in Stoke-on-Trent
Council leaders have pledged to address fuel poverty in Stoke-on-Trent with the development of a new five-year plan – and want to hear residents’ views.
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Hanford tip to open in the evening to improve access to facilities for residents
Opening times at council run tips in the city will change this autumn, and will for the first time allow residents to dispose of waste in the evening, outside of normal working hours.
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Local woman offering care and support thanks new scheme for help in setting up new business
Hummingbird Care, founded by Wendy Edwards, has thanked a new Stoke-on-Trent City Council-funded scheme for helping her to setup her own small business offering care and support.
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Popular Little Library Van and digital support sessions extended
The Little Library Van will continue weekly sessions at Smithfield during September & October, alongside digital support sessions in Hanley Market, as preparations continue for the opening of CCL.
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Interactive heritage trail launches in Stoke-on-Trent
An interactive heritage trail highlighting Stoke-on-Trent’s rich history is being developed in the city.
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Launch of new Bentilee Family Hub to provide joined-up way to ‘make a huge difference to the life chances of children’
Families in Stoke-on-Trent are benefitting from help and support from a range of city council, NHS and voluntary sector services, thanks to the continued rollout of Family Hubs in the city.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council to mark World Clean Up Day as #LoveSOT campaign continues
Over the past 100 days teams across Stoke-on-Trent City Council have been tackling illegal dumping in towns across the city and taking a zero-tolerance approach.
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Bus upgrades help to cut nitrogen dioxide pollution
A government grant, given to Stoke-on-Trent City Council as part of its National Air Quality Plan, has been used to fund the installation of equipment on buses.
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Residents given unique chance to help uncover part of Stoke-on-Trent’s history
The remains of two former bottle ovens look set to be uncovered as part of a community excavation project in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Stoke-on-Trent museums to open their doors for free heritage events this September
Iconic museums across the city are hosting a series of free events this month as part of a special 10-day celebration of heritage.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council urges residents to be wary of bogus callers
Tenants living in council-owned properties are being urged to stay vigilant after reports of cold callers operating in the city.
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£8.5m gap in budget revealed as council leaders warn: ‘without funding overhaul we will not be able to sustain services’
City council leaders are calling for a national overhaul in the funding of social care services after revealing
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Roundabout improvement scheme nears completion
Improvement work on a major Stoke-on-Trent roundabout is drawing to a close.
Roads, parking and travel news -
Get the right support to live well with Dementia
Residents across Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to contact their GP if they’re experiencing or are worried about signs of dementia in a loved one.
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Transformation of popular city routes for healthier travel options
Works are set to start on transforming Station Road and College Road, in Stoke, creating a safe and attractive travel route between Stoke-on-Trent station and the city centre.
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Double success for Stoke-on-Trent City Council Education and Family Support Services
Learners, staff and governors are celebrating as Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s Adult and Community Learning (post 16) team is rated ‘Good’ in its recent Ofsted inspection.
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Major investment to serve up improvements to 16 park tennis courts across the city
Public tennis courts in six parks across Stoke-on-Trent are set to benefit from a major investment programme to serve up significant improvements to facilities.
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City Council to allow bagged sidewaste leaving no excuse for illegal dumping
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is advising residents they are able to leave a maximum of two additional black bags next to their grey bin on scheduled collection days only.
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Multi-million pound investment programme will ensure all council tenants live in warm and comfortable homes
More than £117 million is set to be invested over the next five years to ensure council homes are comfortable, warm and in good condition.
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New Older People’s Housing Strategy outlines how Stoke-on-Trent residents will be supported as they get older
An important new strategy which will help older people in Stoke-on-Trent live well at home for longer is set to be adopted by Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
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Colossal milestone reached in illegal dumping crackdown
A crackdown on illegal dumping across Stoke-on-Trent has seen a 100-day target to clear 1,000 cases smashed in less than half the time.
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Tenants invited to give their views in review of Community Energy Scheme
Tenants are being invited to give their views in a review of a scheme that has seen solar panels installed on thousands of council houses in the city.
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Summer holiday events at Family Hubs to support with Cost of Living Crisis
Families in Stoke-on-Trent can enjoy a summer of support and activities at two Family Hub pilot sites to support families through the summer holidays.
School holiday news -
Residents encouraged to have their say on antisocial behaviour in Hanley
Residents, businesses and customers of Hanley city centre are being urged to have their say on a Public Space Protection Order currently in operation.
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22,000 counterfeit cigarettes seized by Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Trading standards teams have swooped to seize the sale of illegal tobacco across the city.
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Healthy food and fun activities over summer for children in the city
A hugely popular scheme that has supported thousands of children across the city with healthy food and fun activities during school holidays will continue over the summer.
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New summer campaign launched to encourage residents to have a ‘Stokie summer’
A new campaign has been launched as part of Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s drive to encourage families to visit culture, leisure and nature destinations in the city this summer.
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