Jack Hardwick, Sports Editor

Newcastle›News Christmas Has Arrived Early at Home Bargains in Newcastle-under-Lyme

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.

Jack Hardwick · 2 September 2026

Stoke›News Stoke City Ready for Norwich Test as Potters Look to Bounce Back

Stoke City welcome Norwich City to the bet365 Stadium on Tuesday night as the Potters look to finally get their Championship campaign up and running.

Jack Hardwick · 1 September 2026

Stoke›Sport Stoke City and Hull 'discuss potential swap deal' in Sorba Thomas transfer talks

Stoke City and Hull City have reportedly discussed the possibility of a swap deal as negotiations continue over Sorba Thomas.

Jack Hardwick · 26 August 2026

Stoke›Events Burslem Cricket Club Family Fun Day postponed due to weather warnings

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

Stoke›Sport Stoke City lose to Hull City on penalties in EFL Cup

Stoke City were knocked out of the EFL Cup by Hull City after suffering a penalty shootout defeat at the bet365 Stadium

Jack Hardwick · 25 August 2026

Stoke›Sport Stoke City vs Hull City: Can the Potters Get Another Win?

Stoke City welcome Hull City to the bet365 Stadium on Tuesday night for an intriguing second-round EFL Cup tie

Jack Hardwick · 24 August 2026

Newcastle›News Poundbakery to Close Newcastle-under-Lyme Shop After Years on Castle Walk

Newcastle-under-Lyme’s Poundbakery is set to close its doors this Thursday, August 27, leaving customers with just days to visit the familiar Castle Walk store before it shuts for good.

Jack Hardwick · 24 August 2026

Stoke›Sport Port Vale Held to 1-1 Draw by Tranmere

Port Vale were held to a 1-1 draw by Tranmere Rovers at Vale Park, despite taking the lead in the first half

Jack Hardwick · 22 August 2026

Stoke›Sport Stoke City FC Sign Ipswich's Johnson on Loan

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

Jack Hardwick · 21 August 2026

Stoke›News Four fire engines' battle Hanley blaze

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›Sport Robbie Williams immortalised as a Panini shiny

Robbie Williams has been immortalised in true football-fan fashion, appearing as a dazzling Panini “shiny” sticker

Jack Hardwick · 20 August 2026

Stoke›Sport No Stoke doom and gloom after opening loss - Robins

Stoke City manager Mark Robins has urged supporters not to read too much into the club’s opening-day defeat to Swansea City, insisting there is no “doom and gloom” around the squad.

Jack Hardwick · 20 August 2026

Stoke›Events Stoke multicultural festival to celebrate food, music and diversity this weekend

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

Stoke›Sport Stoke City fall to Swansea after late comeback

Stoke City suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Swansea City at the bet365 Stadium,

Jack Hardwick · 16 August 2026

Stoke›Crime Stolen Farm Pick-Up Recovered in Stoke After Late-Night Burglary

A stolen Toyota pick-up and trailer taken during a suspected early-morning farm burglary have been recovered in Stoke-on-Trent, with police now appealing for information about the suspects.

Jack Hardwick · 16 August 2026