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Stafford Woman Auctions 50 Dresses for Katharine House
Victoria Emery, living with rare Parkinson's, is auctioning over 50 dresses at Stafford Rangers to raise money for Katharine House Hospice.
South Staffordshire Family Hub: Free Summer Activities
South Staffordshire Family Hub in Great Wyrley offers free summer activities, health services and support for families across the rural district.
Staffordshire business support helps 1,500 start-ups
Over 1,000 people supported through Staffordshire County Council's Start-up Mentoring Scheme since 2021, with 500 more businesses helped by Get Started…
Burston Footbridge Rebuild On Track for August
Staffordshire County Council's new footbridge on Burston Public Footpath 36 is progressing on schedule after a fallen tree damaged the previous structure.
Staffordshire Libraries Launch Kids Zone Website
Staffordshire Libraries has launched a new Kids Zone website featuring five cartoon characters designed by children aged 9-17. The site offers…
Staffordshire's Top Archaeological Finds Revealed
Staffordshire County Council archaeologists share favourite discoveries including the Staffordshire Hoard and Leekfrith Torcs during Festival of…
Staffordshire Recycling Centres Raise £17,000 for Charities
Staffordshire's household waste recycling centres have raised over £17,000 for charities through reuse initiatives, including furniture for care leavers…
Staffordshire EV Charging Survey Open Until 9 August
Staffordshire County Council is asking residents without off-street parking for input on electric vehicle home charging plans. Survey closes 9 August.
Today in Stafford — 24 July
Today in Stafford: Funding boost to help preserve Staffordshire’s historic sound recordings, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Stafford Town Centre Transformation Plans Unveiled
Stafford Borough Council shared its vision for a major town centre overhaul with local businesses, featuring a new market hall, residential spaces, and…
Mental health project reaches 1,300 Staffordshire children
More than 1,300 children across Staffordshire have received training in mindfulness, internet safety and anti-social behaviour prevention through the…
Today in Stafford — 22 July
Today in Stafford: Woman's first steps since losing hands and feet, plus 4 more local stories with links to the full coverage.
Lichfield Hive Opens Support Hub for Care Leavers
The Hive, a new support hub for care leavers, has opened in Lichfield. It offers advice, workshops, meals and a safe meeting space every Thursday.
Alderman Jack Kemp Awarded Freedom of Stafford Borough
Alderman Jack Kemp has been awarded the Freedom of Stafford Borough after 50 years of service to the council. He joins Winston Churchill and Olympic…
Big Staffy Stroll Marks End of Staffy Trail at Weston Park
More than 100 people and dogs gathered at Weston Park on 18 July for the Big Staffy Stroll, celebrating the end of the ten-week Staffy Trail which…
Staffordshire County Council Updates Winter Roads Policy
Staffordshire County Council is reviewing its winter gritting routes for the first time in 10 years. The new policy prioritises community access over…
Staffordshire schools receive refurbished bikes from council
Staffordshire County Council is donating refurbished bikes to school children, young people in work and care leavers through a partnership with HMP Drake…
JCB LIV Golf Championship Returns to Uttoxeter
The JCB LIV Golf Championship returns to Uttoxeter from 23-26 July. Thousands of visitors expected; drivers urged to plan ahead for busy roads.
How to Report Problems in Stone
Residents reporting potholes, litter and street light faults in Stone should use official council channels, not social media, to ensure problems are…
38 Affordable Homes Planned at Yarnfield Park
Keon Homes has submitted plans for 38 affordable homes on Green Belt land at Yarnfield Park. The development includes 30 social rent and 8 shared…