A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Stoke-on-Trent following allegations that he had been communicating with young children online in a sexual manner.

Martin Pitchford · 9 September 2026

Hoon Avenue in Newcastle-under-Lyme is set to close to traffic while Staffordshire County Council carries out highway repair works.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council is planning a £600,000 refurbishment of its Knutton Lane operational depot, with work set to improve safety, staff facilities and security.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Bet365 is cutting 340 jobs across its European operations, including 300 roles at its Stoke-on-Trent headquarters, as the gambling giant faces increased tax, regulatory and competitive pressures.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Firefighters tackled a blaze at a building on Hartshill Road in Stoke-on-Trent last night, with the fire understood to have started earlier than 9pm.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Federation Road Household Waste Recycling Centre in Burslem was broken into overnight, with the external gates damaged using industrial cutting tools. The site is due to reopen on Wednesday, September 9, with residents warned not to leave waste at the entrance.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Newcastle-under-Lyme MP Adam Jogee has welcomed a major pause and review of controversial local government reorganisation plans, saying the Government has finally listened to concerns from people across the area.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Two men have been charged with murder in connection with the death of Jamie Evans in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Martin Pitchford · 7 September 2026

Port Vale Foundation lodge plans for £2.3m Sproson Park community campus

Jack Hardwick · 7 September 2026

Police are appealing for help to identify an off-road motorbike rider who has reportedly been causing antisocial behaviour in Stone town centre.

Martin Pitchford · 7 September 2026

Amazon parcels have reportedly been stolen from a Hartshill doorstep with CCTV said to clearly show the person involved and a warning that the footage could be handed to authorities.

Martin Pitchford · 6 September 2026

Stoke City produced a sensational attacking display at the bet365 Stadium as they swept aside Charlton Athletic 4-0 in the Championship.

Jack Hardwick · 6 September 2026

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

A memorial gathering for tragic teenager Oakley Shim has sparked a fresh debate about motorcycles in Stoke-on-Trent, with residents questioning whether it was respectful remembrance or another reminder of the city's ongoing problems with anti-social riding and stolen bikes.

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