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Stafford Borough Council to Merge Into New Unitary Council
Government confirms Stafford Borough Council will merge into a new unitary council covering Staffordshire by April 2028. Shadow council elections set for…
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Stafford Council Consults on Face Covering Ban for ASB
Stafford Borough Council is consulting on a new rule to ban face coverings worn to cause trouble. Over 300 residents have already responded. Deadline: 16…
Fly-tipping fines top £1,000 in Stafford Borough
Stafford Borough Council issues £600 and £500 fixed penalty notices after two fly-tipping incidents. Residents warned to check waste removal companies…
German and Staffordshire teenagers meet for peace camp
27 teenagers from Germany and Staffordshire have arrived for a 12-day summer camp focused on peace, remembrance and reconciliation at war graves on…
Staffordshire colleges get £34m funding boost
Staffordshire has secured £34 million in government funding for 16 to 18 learning, with £26.6m for new college facilities across Newcastle, Stafford,…
Today in Stafford — 29 July
Today in Stafford: Burston footbridge remains on track for August completion, plus 2 more local stories with links to the full coverage.
Stafford Businesses Win £150,000 Green Energy Grants
More than ten Stafford businesses have received grants totalling nearly £150,000 to improve energy efficiency, with one business cutting energy bills by…
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.