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Wednesday, Jun 26

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Armed Forces Day Parade in the Park returns to Longton

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The popular free Armed Forces Day Parade in the Park returns to Longton’s Queen’s Park this weekend (Sunday 30 June 2024) between 1pm and 4pm.

Tuesday, Jun 25

12

Josiah Wedgwood statue to be restored for prime location

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The iconic statue of Josiah Wedgwood on Station Road in Stoke is to be temporarily removed, restored and then re-positioned in front of the station entrance to provide a welcoming feature for visitors

Tuesday, Jun 11

Vital roadworks to start on Monday 24 June

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Motorists are being warned to plan extra time for journeys in and out of the Eaton Park estate due to vital roadworks.

Friday, Jun 7

10

Council to step in to secure fire-hit Middleport building

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Specialist engineers brought in by Stoke-on-Trent City Council have given the go-ahead for council contractors to stabilise fire-hit buildings to ensure a city road can be re-opened urgently.

Thursday, Jun 6

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Hope on horizon for city’s 300 year old pub

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Plans to breathe new life into one of the city’s oldest public houses has reached an important milestone.

Wednesday, Jun 5

15

Households in Stoke-on-Trent can apply for support from the Household Support Fund

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Struggling households in Stoke-on-Trent can get vouchers to buy food and pay for energy bills and other essential items.

Wednesday, May 29

18

Local businesses warned after shops sell knives to under age children

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Two shops are under investigation after selling knives to a 14-year-old underage volunteer.

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A change to council’s cabinet announced

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A change to council’s cabinet announced

Friday, May 24

23

Stoke-on-Trent City Council awarded £20m in Levelling Up Partnership funding

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Stoke-on-Trent City Council awarded £20m in Levelling Up Partnership funding

Wednesday, May 22

17

Drive to make travel safer in the city continues in Lightwood

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Transformative work to make travel safer for pedestrians, motorists and cyclists starts next week on Lightwood Road.

15

New city neighbourhood target early 2025 opening

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The developer behind Goods Yard - Stoke-on-Trent’s major new neighbourhood – have revealed they on track for an early-2025 opening.

14

Foster carers recognised at city-wide celebration

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Foster carers, city leaders and Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s fostering team have come together to share experiences and celebrate their work to support vulnerable children and young people.

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Future of Stoke-on-Trent City Centre to be shaped by its people

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Local people’s views are to be sought as part of a major study on the future of Stoke-on-Trent City Centre.

Tuesday, May 21

19

Stoke-on-Trent – named one of the best places for overseas investment - now opens its doors to UK developers at country’s biggest investment show

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A buzz is anticipated as investment opportunities for major key development sites across Stoke-on-Trent are unveiled for the very first time at a national property show this week.

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New home for City Archives service

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The city’s museum and archives collections are now in one place for the first time as the City Archives moves to The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery.

Monday, May 20

13

Residents encouraged to have their say on making the city safer

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Residents are being asked for their views on new draft policies to make the city a safer place to live, work and visit.

Friday, May 17

19

New City Council vision will improve everyone’s wellbeing

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City council leaders have approved a strategy on how the authority will work over the next four years to improve the wellbeing of residents through a series of key commitments.

Thursday, May 16

20

Changes to council’s cabinet announced

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Changes have been announced to the make-up of Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s cabinet.

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Start-up secures new business grant through city council’s UKSPF funding

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A start-up business has secured a grant from a new scheme to help kick-start the organisation and invest in its people.

14

New Lord Mayor appointed

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The 98th Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent has officially been appointed.

Wednesday, May 15

19

Building Better Neighbourhoods: Ward and Environment Budget Launched for 2024/25

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Elected members at Stoke-on-Trent City Council have been given funding to support local improvements, projects, and environmental initiatives

Monday, May 13

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Nuisance tenant evicted using council powers following anti-social behaviour

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A tenant who was causing anti-social behaviour in the local community has been evicted in a serious crack-down by Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s antisocial behaviour team.

Friday, May 10

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City partners help to shape future approach to community wealth building

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Leading figures from Stoke-on-Trent’s public, voluntary and commercial sectors have been involved in helping to design a brand new strategy to tackle deprivation and promote inclusive economic growth.

Thursday, May 9

15

Stoke-on-Trent city wide residential opportunities launched ahead of UKREiiF property event

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A prospectus, highlighting a number of key residential development opportunities in Stoke-on-Trent, has been launched today ahead of UKREiiF later this month, the largest property event in the UK.

Wednesday, May 8

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Improvements to 16 tennis courts across the city nears completion

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Improvements to 16 tennis courts across the city nears completion

Tuesday, May 7

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Iconic bottle kilns restored on land earmarked for redevelopment

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Three historic bottle kilns have been repaired and restored as part of wider plans for a new housing development.

Friday, May 3

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City’s gateway set for transformational works at Station Road

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Major works to transform Station Road, outside Stoke-on-Trent’s main line railway station, are set to start after a period of detailed planning.

Tuesday, Apr 30

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City council makes promise to tenants with launch of new Tenants’ Charter and Service Standards

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Stoke-on-Trent City Council has promised to involve tenants in its decision-making process as part of an ongoing commitment to ensure everyone can live in a safe and well-maintained home.

Monday, Apr 29

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International judges welcomed as city’s World Craft City status is assessed

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Stoke-on-Trent's bid to gain World Craft City status reaches a climax this week as a panel of international judges from the World Crafts Council arrive to make their expert assessment.

Friday, Apr 26

11

City council introduces new Adult Social Care Charging Policies

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Decisions have been made after cabinet members reviewed feedback after a 12-week consultation from residents on three policy proposals for users of adult social care services across the city.