Stories tagged "local business"

Stoke›Community Action Taken in Hanley Following Anti-Social Behaviour Concerns

Action was carried out in Hanley yesterday following concerns raised by local businesses and residents over anti-social behaviour, with makeshift camps dismantled alongside the BID’s Environmental Ambassador.

Jack Hardwick · 17 September 2026

Stoke›News Brand-new Burslem Barber opens its doors in Stoke-on-Trent

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

Newcastle›News 16 Years Later Newcastle-under-Lyme Is Still Struggling to Revive Its High Street

Sixteen years after the BBC reported on the decline of Newcastle-under-Lyme’s high street, Six Towns Daily looks at why local people are still raising the same concerns in 2026, from empty units and a lack of independent businesses to the growing number of takeaways, vape shops and barbers.

Martin Pitchford · 26 August 2026

Newcastle›Transport Newcastle-under-Lyme Sinkhole Closure Hits Local Pub Trade

Ongoing sinkhole repairs in Newcastle-under-Lyme are causing disruption for the nearby Boat and Horses pub, with road closures affecting deliveries and local trade.

Martin Pitchford · 24 August 2026

Newcastle›Business Mystery global business chooses Newcastle-under-Lyme for major new manufacturing facility

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