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.
Police have issued an urgent warning after a 72-hour spike in night-time break-ins specifically targeting car keys across Stoke-on-Trent.
Stoke-on-Trent's new Community Diagnostic Centre has been named Highly Commended at the RICS Awards 2026, recognising its impact on local communities and efforts to bring vital diagnostic services closer to home.
Christmas has arrived early in Newcastle-under-Lyme, with Home Bargains beginning to fill its shelves with festive stock as shoppers get their first glimpse of the 2026 Christmas range.
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.
Stoke City finally picked up their first Championship win of the season as Ethan Galbraith's first-half strike secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Norwich City at the bet365 Stadium.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A homeless camp has reportedly appeared behind the Aldi car park in Newcastle-under-Lyme, close to Morrisons, with the borough council now made aware of the situation.
A Newcastle man has been praised after clearing broken glass and plastic left on Hoon Avenue following the crash involving a red BMW.
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.
The Big Feast festival in Stoke-on-Trent city centre has been cancelled today because of the weather, with one event at The Potteries Centre still going ahead.
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council is continuing to push ahead with improvements in Kidsgrove, with work taking place across the town as part of the wider Kidsgrove Town Deal.
