The family of 20-year-old Jamie Evans have paid a heartbreaking tribute after he was murdered in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Three men remain in custody as detectives continue their investigation.

Martin Pitchford · 6 September 2026

Several windows at Hanley Bus Station were left smashed yesterday, prompting concerns for the safety and appearance of passengers using the busy transport hub.

Martin Pitchford · 5 September 2026

A Burglary has been reported at the Tesco Express in Higherland, Newcastle-under-Lyme, tonight, with police activity at the store as enquiries continue.

Martin Pitchford · 5 September 2026

Two Stoke-on-Trent shops have been ordered to close for three months after Trading Standards officers seized almost £24,000 worth of illegal tobacco and vaping products.

Martin Pitchford · 3 September 2026

Residents in Newcastle-under-Lyme are being warned about a suspected “free tattoo” scam circulating on local Facebook groups, with people offered free tattoos before being asked to pay an appointment or booking fee. Residents are being urged not to send money or personal details and to report suspicious posts.

Martin Pitchford · 3 September 2026

Police have issued an urgent warning after a 72-hour spike in night-time break-ins specifically targeting car keys across Stoke-on-Trent.

Martin Pitchford · 2 September 2026

A former Staffordshire police officer has admitted improperly using his police powers after making contact with a vulnerable witness he met through his duties. Howard Bradley pleaded guilty at Stoke-on-Trent Court and will be sentenced at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court in November.

Martin Pitchford · 2 September 2026

A total of 73 empty laughing gas canisters have been cleared from the entrance to a Stoke-on-Trent park, prompting a stark warning from community group Impact Stoke about local youths using the dangerous gas and leaving the canisters where children play.

Martin Pitchford · 31 August 2026

Police have launched an arson investigation after a scrubland fire behind Tawney Crescent in Meir threatened to spread towards nearby homes.

Martin Pitchford · 28 August 2026

Staffordshire Police are hunting for a man after attempted break-ins at two businesses on Leek Road, Milton, overnight from Sunday into Monday. Officers are appealing for CCTV, doorbell and dashcam footage.

Martin Pitchford · 25 August 2026

Staffordshire Police have charged two men with drug supply offences in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

A police pursuit involving a car allegedly linked to incidents across North Staffordshire has ended with two teenagers arrested.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

Two Stoke-on-Trent men have been sentenced after police uncovered drugs and weapons following a series of criminal damage incidents in Blurton.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

A stolen Toyota pick-up and trailer taken during a suspected early-morning farm burglary have been recovered in Stoke-on-Trent, with police now appealing for information about the suspects.

Jack Hardwick · 16 August 2026