The devastating wildfire in Sandyford and Goldenhill, Stoke-on-Trent, has raised fresh concerns over wildfire preparedness after flames spread rapidly from open land to nearby homes.

Martin Pitchford · 22 August 2026

Stoke City have completed the signing of Ipswich Town defender Ben Johnson on a season-long loan

Jack Hardwick · 21 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

A man has suffered serious injuries following a crash involving a car and a pedestrian on a busy Stoke-on-Trent road, with 999 crews rushing to the scene.

Martin Pitchford · 21 August 2026

Firefighters are currently battling a blaze in the city centre. Police shut off Trinity Street this evening from its junction with Marsh Street towards Foundry Street.

Jack Hardwick · 20 August 2026

Stoke-on-Trent is set to celebrate its diverse communities this weekend as Better Together hosts its second Multi Culture Summer Fest, featuring food, music, children's activities and local creative stalls.

Jack Hardwick · 19 August 2026

Emergency services responded to a fire in Tunstall on Tuesday, August 18, with firefighters and police attending the scene. Parts of the High Street were closed while crews dealt with the incident.

Martin Pitchford · 19 August 2026

Stoke Air Ambulance is closing after a growing regulatory and financial scandal, ending its plans to deliver a dedicated air ambulance service locally. The charity has faced fundraising breaches and a Charity Commission investigation into its finances, governance and operations.

Martin Pitchford · 18 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

A 16-year-old from Stoke-on-Trent has been crowned the world’s fittest teen for the third year running after an incredible CrossFit Games performance.

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