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Emma Bridgewater Ltd fined over girl's glass injury
Emma Bridgewater Ltd has been fined following health and safety breaches after a 12-year-old girl was cut by glass from a falling snow machine at a…
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Reform scraps diversity schemes in Stafford
Reform UK is axing diversity schemes across Staffordshire, branding them "woke". The party plans to roll out similar changes to all its councils…
Stafford Ceramic Skills Project Rescues Heritage
Veteran craftspeople and young people team up in Stafford to preserve fading ceramic skills and save the region's pottery heritage from vanishing.
Stafford Teens Heading to Lego Championship
Five Stafford high school pupils have qualified to represent the UK at a major Lego competition in South Korea. A massive achievement for local…
Wright Family Dairy wins supreme title in Stafford
Wright Family Dairy, based in Stafford, has won a supreme title at prestigious international awards held at Stafford Showground.
Bishop of Northampton charged in Stafford child rape case
The Bishop of Northampton has been charged with child rape following non-recent allegations in Stafford. The arrest took place last September.
Sir Bill Cash: Brexit Delivered on Promise
Key Leave campaigner Sir Bill Cash breaks silence on Brexit, insisting the vote delivered on its constitutional promise. Read his latest comments.
Stafford grassland fire sparked by fireworks near miss
A grassland blaze caused by fireworks nearly devastated wildlife habitats in Stafford. Conservationists warn of dangers to natural areas.
Stafford rape appeal after city park attack
Staffordshire Police appeal for information after rape reported in Central Forest Park, Stafford on Wednesday. Detectives hunting suspect.
Stafford Police Officer Charged with Corruption
Former Staffordshire Police officer Howard Bradley faces corruption charges and is due in court in July. Latest Stafford news.
Staffordshire Moorlands Council in Special Measures
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council stripped of planning powers and placed in special measures alongside eight other councils in major intervention.
JCB Stafford Chases Land Speed Record Glory
Stafford manufacturing giant JCB tests vehicle for audacious land speed record bid. The digger firm aims to reclaim crown after 20 years.
New Stafford Fire Chief Vows to Save More Lives
Glynn Luznyj appointed as new Chief Fire Officer of Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service from June 3, pledging to save more lives across Stafford.
Stafford Council Bans Pride Displays in Libraries
Staffordshire council stands firm on controversial decision to ban Pride displays from libraries despite pressure from nine local MPs demanding reversal.
Stafford's Labi Siffre Song Becomes Spotify Hit
A decades-old Labi Siffre track written in Staffordshire during the 1970s has become a surprise Spotify sensation, rediscovered by millions of listeners…
Stafford Factory Protest: Four Arrested Over Israel Links
Four pro-Palestinian protesters targeted a Staffordshire factory over alleged Israel supply chain links. The case has now reached court in Stafford.
Stafford Reform Party Member Quits Over Sexism
Charlotte Kelly leaves Reform UK citing swearing and sexism from Stafford grassroots members. Fresh questions raised about party culture.
Stafford school strike: support staff walkout announced
Support staff at a Codsall school trust near Stafford are set to strike. The action will affect three schools and potentially disrupt education for…
New Crewe Hospital Plans Approved – Major Milestone
Major milestone reached as new hospital plans get green light in Crewe. New facility approved next to existing site, transforming healthcare in the…
Stafford Mystery: Man Found Dead in 1987 Still Unidentified
Nearly 40 years on, Staffordshire police are launching a fresh appeal to identify a man discovered dead in Coronation Wood in 1987. Help solve this…