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Stafford Manor Ward By-Election July 16
Stafford residents will vote on July 16 to elect a new Manor Ward councillor. Find polling times, voter registration deadlines, and ID requirements here.
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 Community Learning Service Helps 2,000+
Over 2,000 Stafford residents are gaining new skills through the council's Community Learning Service. Courses run at 30+ venues with a 99% pass rate.
Stafford Families Get £8M Crisis Cash Support
Staffordshire families facing hardship can access £8 million in crisis support for bills, food and heating. Find out how to apply in Stafford.
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 hundred
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 region
Stafford Leisure Venues Get £200k Upgrade
Stafford Borough Council and Freedom Leisure invest £200,000 to upgrade theatres, sports grounds and leisure centre facilities across the town.
Stafford Local Plan Consultation Launches June 2026
Stafford residents can shape the borough's future. New Local Plan consultation runs June-July 2026, covering housing, jobs, and climate change.
Westbridge Park Pathway Work Starts in Stafford
Stafford Borough Council begins major pathway improvements at Westbridge Park playground in Stone from June 8th. What parents need to know about closures a
Stafford to Get Its Own Town Council
Stafford residents have backed plans for a new Town Council in a major consultation. Nearly 65% supported the historic move affecting 47,000 people.
Stafford Parks Floral Tributes Celebrate Local Heroes
Stafford's Victoria Park and Stonefield Park feature stunning floral displays honouring Stafford Rangers FC and 50 years of Girlguiding's 'A Handful of Son
Stafford Local Plan 2025-2045 Consultation Open
Stafford Borough Council launches consultation on new Local Plan until July 28th. Residents can shape housing, development and green space plans for next 2
Stafford Groups: Apply for £1k Sustainability Fund
Community groups and charities in Stafford can apply for up to £1,000 from Veolia's Sustainability Fund. Deadline 30 September. Environmental and social pr
Walton Hall students improve Victoria Park Stafford
Nine Walton Hall Academy teenagers transformed Victoria Park during work experience week, litter picking, planting flowers and impressing Stafford council
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 hauntin
Burst pipes hit Stafford water supply - low pressure
Burst pipes are causing chaos across Stafford's water supply. Severn Trent warns of low pressure and discoloured water as engineers work to restore service
Stafford Carers Week 2026: Nominate Local Heroes
Stafford celebrates 82,000 unpaid carers during Carers Week 2026. Nominate your local heroes for the Dignity in Care Awards. Nominations close 1 July.
Stafford Foster Carers Honoured at Awards
Staffordshire foster carers celebrated at annual awards ceremony. Stafford families recognised for caring for vulnerable children. Council recruiting more
A520 Retaining Wall Repair Work Near Stafford
Six-week repair project underway on collapsed A520 retaining wall near Stafford. Two-way traffic lights in place at Wetley Rocks. Find out what to expect.