Jon Brady is facing increasing pressure as Port Vale manager following Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at Walsall, with speculation growing over his future at Vale Park. No official announcement has been made regarding his position.

Jack Hardwick · 3 hours ago

Work is continuing on the transformation of Burslem town centre, with new paving being installed on Queen Street alongside essential underground infrastructure works.

Martin Pitchford · Yesterday

Burslem Community Grocery has been broken into for the second time in the last 12 months, with police investigating the latest incident.

Jack Hardwick · 14 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

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

Jack Hardwick · 7 September 2026

Two Stoke-on-Trent shops have been ordered to close for three months after Trading Standards officers seized almost £24,000 worth of illegal tobacco and vaping products.

Martin Pitchford · 3 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

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

Dramatic photographs captured Thursday night's spectacular thunderstorm over Stoke-on-Trent, as frequent lightning lit up the sky across the city. But with more unsettled weather and a further risk of thunder forecast, last night's display may not be the last.

Martin Pitchford · 28 August 2026

Burslem Cricket Club’s Family Fun Day has been postponed due to weather warnings and will now take place on Sunday 6 September, with inflatables, music, stalls, face painting and plenty of family entertainment.

Jack Hardwick · 26 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