Residents in Tunstall have been warned to remain vigilant after a person was reportedly spotted outside a property during the night, with a local resident claiming their vehicle has been targeted multiple times.

Martin Pitchford · 13 September 2026

Police are investigating a burglary in Abbey Hulton after an injured man was found inside a property on Blakelow Road. Officers are appealing for CCTV, dashcam and doorbell footage.

Martin Pitchford · 13 September 2026

Emergency services are responding to a major incident on Birches Head Road in Stoke-on-Trent following reports of a suspected shooting.

Martin Pitchford · 12 September 2026

Two Stoke-on-Trent men have admitted cocaine supply offences following a police investigation into the ‘Immy’ drug line. Officers seized cocaine, more than £3,000 in cash and a drugs line phone during a stop in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Martin Pitchford · 11 September 2026

Boyes has officially opened its new department store in Longton today, bringing a new retail option to the former Wilko site in Stoke-on-Trent.

Martin Pitchford · 11 September 2026

Police have charged a 31-year-old Stoke-on-Trent man after officers seized an estimated £75,000 worth of drugs, knuckle dusters and tasers during a search.

Martin Pitchford · 11 September 2026

North Staffordshire residents will soon have a direct train service to Manchester Airport, ending years of frustrating journeys involving changes at Crewe or Manchester Piccadilly.

Martin Pitchford · 10 September 2026

Primark has announced plans to launch home delivery across Britain – a major change for the retail giant which could have serious consequences for high streets such as Hanley.

Martin Pitchford · 10 September 2026

Two men have been remanded into custody after appearing in court charged with the murder of Jamie Evans in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Martin Pitchford · 9 September 2026

Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council has taken the first step towards potentially challenging the Government's controversial decision to abolish the borough council and merge it with Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Moorlands.

Martin Pitchford · 1 September 2026

The Old Post Office in Burslem has confirmed the tragic death of doorman Liam Smith, saying the pub's team has been left "devastated" and sending its thoughts to his family and loved ones.

A brand-new barbershop has opened its doors in Burslem, offering local customers haircuts, beard trims and hot towel treatments seven days a week.

Martin Pitchford · 1 September 2026

Staffordshire Police are urgently appealing for help to find 38-year-old Kayleigh from Clayton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, who was last seen on August 17 and is known to frequent Stoke-on-Trent.

Martin Pitchford · 31 August 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

A 29-year-old man has died following an incident at The Old Post Office in Burslem, with police and ambulance crews attending the scene.

Martin Pitchford · 30 August 2026