Major junction improvement scheme to go before cabinet
Work on a major multi-million pound scheme to improve one of Stoke-on-Trent’s busiest junctions is set to move a step closer.
Roads, parking and travel news-
Building work starts on housing scheme for vulnerable residents
A traditional sod-cutting ceremony will mark the start of building work at a housing scheme for adults with complex learning and physical disabilities.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
City council supports Learning Disability Awareness Week
A series of events have been arranged to raise awareness of the information, advice and support available for people with learning disabilities in Stoke-on-Trent.
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City-wide appeal for volunteers to get involved in cultural events
People with time to spare are being urged to volunteer for a number of exciting opportunities that are happening across the city this year.
Events news -
Traders sign-up for council’s market stall offer
Twenty-five traders have so far taken advantage of Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s offer of reduced rent at its markets across the city – and more are being encouraged to sign up.
Markets news -
£300k boost to support rough sleepers in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been awarded more than £300,000 to support rough sleepers.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Thinking about getting back into learning? Why not ‘have a go’?
People looking to learn something new are invited to free ‘have a go’ sessions with Stoke Adult and Community Learning – as part of Festival of Learning 2018.
Schools and education news -
Views wanted on £26.5 million investment into town
Residents and market traders are being asked for their views on plans to invest £26.5 million in a Stoke-on-Trent town.
Your council, your city news -
Stoke-on-Trent Remembers
A series of events to commemorate 100 years since the end of the First World War are set to take place in Stoke-on-Trent between now and Armistice Day on November 11.
Your council, your city news -
Thousands of illegal cigarettes seized in operation
A haul of illicit tobacco and cigarettes – with a street value of more than £90,000 – has been uncovered by Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s trading standards team during an operation in the city.
Consumer information news -
It’s Money Matters week
This week, help is on hand for residents so they can check if they are entitled to benefit payments they may not be claiming.
Council tax and benefits news -
Council backs plans to build 1,200 homes in Stoke-on-Trent
Three major developments – with the potential to provide a combined total of almost 1,200 residential units in Stoke-on-Trent – have been given the go-ahead by councillors.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Stoke-on-Trent makes the shortlist for Channel 4 hub
The national broadcaster has today (Wed) named Stoke-on-Trent on its shortlist to be one of two creative hubs– where television makers for major national and international programmes will be based.
Your council, your city news -
Scheme hopes to gain a warm response
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been awarded £246,000 to help private sector residents live more comfortably in their homes.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Iron Age gold goes on permanent display at museum
Ancient jewellery believed to be the earliest example of Iron Age gold ever discovered in Britain is back on permanent display in Stoke-on-Trent from today (May 25).
Libraries, sports and leisure news -
Council’s affordable homes plan to transform derelict land
A site that has been derelict for more than 10 years is to be brought back into use with new affordable housing after councillors agreed to develop the land.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Potteries Museum revamp moves a step closer
A multi-million pound investment to transform Stoke-on-Trent’s most visited museum, show off the city’s refurbished Spitfire and boost the city centre economy has taken a step forward.
Libraries, sports and leisure news -
Cabinet approves investment in communities across the city
Leaders at Stoke-on-Trent City Council have agreed to invest up to £6.7 million in heritage and community buildings to ensure the way residents access services across the city continues to improve.
Your council, your city news -
Potto Lotto draws supporters!
The city’s newest lottery has sold almost 1000 tickets for its first draw. Potto Lotto is a new online lottery for Stoke-on-Trent that aims to help raise funds for good causes.
Your council, your city news -
Consultation launched on junction improvement scheme
Motorists and residents are being asked for their views on a major multi-million pound scheme to improve one of Stoke-on-Trent’s busiest junctions.
Roads, parking and travel news -
More roads to be resurfaced as work to improve key city routes continues
More key roads across the city are to be resurfaced over the coming weeks, as work continues to tackle potholes and improve driving conditions for motorists.
Roads, parking and travel news -
Putting the heart back inn to the community
Residents are supporting plans to bring an unused pub at the heart of a community, back into use.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
New Stoke-on-Trent Lord Mayor announced
New Stoke-on-Trent Lord Mayor Lilian Dodd has spoken of her pride at being chosen to become the city’s First Citizen.
Councillors and decision-making news -
Councillor Ann James becomes council’s first female leader
Councillor Ann James has become the first female leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
Your council, your city news -
Energy scheme would save tenants up to £300 a year on fuel bills
Council tenants could save up to £300 a year on fuel bills and reduce the city’s carbon footprint, under plans for an innovative community energy scheme.
Council tenants news -
Stay healthy during Ramadan
People observing the holy month of Ramadan are being encouraged to take good care of their health while fasting.
Adult care and wellbeing news -
Bottle oven festival marks launch of Stoke-on-Trent Ceramic Heritage Action Zone
An eight-week festival has been organised to mark the 40th anniversary of the last bottle oven firing in Stoke-on-Trent.
Your council, your city news -
Housing ‘health check’ shows rapid transformational progress
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been commended for making notable improvements within a short space of time to its housing and customer services provision.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Residents urged to dispose of textiles in eco-friendly ways
Residents in Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to think more carefully about how they dispose of old clothes and other textiles once they have finished with them.
Rubbish and recycling news -
Foster carers urge others to take on hugely rewarding vocation
Stoke-on-Trent foster carers are urging residents to come forward to foster local children, as a two-week campaign gets under way to raise the profile of this much-needed role.
Fostering and adoption news
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