Newcastle-under-Lyme’s Poundbakery is set to close its doors this Thursday, August 27, leaving customers with just days to visit the familiar Castle Walk store before it shuts for good.

Jack Hardwick · 24 August 2026

Ongoing sinkhole repairs in Newcastle-under-Lyme are causing disruption for the nearby Boat and Horses pub, with road closures affecting deliveries and local trade.

Martin Pitchford · 24 August 2026

Schools across Newcastle-under-Lyme are preparing to welcome pupils back as staff make final preparations ahead of the new academic year.

Martin Pitchford · 23 August 2026

Newcastle-under-Lyme residents receiving a single person Council Tax discount are being urged to return review forms promptly, with discounts potentially removed if forms are not completed.

Martin Pitchford · 23 August 2026

Reform UK councillors have blocked plans for two new HMOs near Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre, backing local residents who opposed the proposals. Council leader Jonathan Gullis says the move is part of wider plans to “take back control” of HMOs across the borough.

Martin Pitchford · 22 August 2026

A by-election has been called in Newcastle-under-Lyme’s Town ward following the resignation of councillor Christine Duffy on August 20.

Martin Pitchford · 21 August 2026

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

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

Staffordshire firefighters have thanked the public for their support after a gruelling run of fires across Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and beyond.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

A mystery global automotive business is set to become the first tenant at Newcastle-under-Lyme's Chatterley Park, where a huge new manufacturing facility is due to be built. The company has not yet been named, but the development could eventually help create up to 1,700 jobs across the wider site.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

Newcastle-under-Lyme is showing its community spirit this week as residents, businesses and local groups come together to make the town cleaner, brighter and more welcoming. But what is it that makes Newcastle-under-Lyme special to you?

Martin Pitchford · 17 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

Shoppers and traders in Newcastle-under-Lyme say there are now “far too many” vape shops in the town centre, as concerns grow over the changing face of the high street.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

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Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026