Tag Archive for: Stoke-on-Trent

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Season’s Greetings Review

An extended family combined with Christmas chaos, creates comedy gold in Season's Greetings at the New Vic theatre thanks to genius Alan Ayckbourn. As Christmas Eve gets underway finishing touches to the decorations at Neville (Matt Addis)…
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Stoke heritage site set for transformation

Planning permission has been granted for a number of improvements to the historic former Spode Pottery factory in Stoke which will see new artists’ studios, workshops and office accommodation planned for the landmark heritage site. The…
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Artificial football pitch to be refurbished

A free-to-use artificial football pitch that is enjoyed by thousands of residents every year is being refurbished. A 3G pitch is set to replace a previous sand based synthetic pitch that opened 15 years ago. The work is being funded by a…
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Longton Market joins mission to reduce single-use plastic

Longton Market traders have pledged their support to Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s stand against disposable plastic items. After a package-free stall opened in the market last year, traders and council staff were inspired to implement new…
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Families to benefit from “game changing” support to local charity

Vulnerable residents in North Staffordshire are set to benefit after the UK’s leading parcel delivery company pledged to support locally based Alice Charity, both financially and with hands on practical help, including IT equipment and transportation. The…
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CounterCoin begins bearing fruit

The founders of innovative volunteer reward scheme - CounterCoin - are inviting members of the public and business community to put on their wellies and pick up their gardening spades in a bid to help reduce North Staffordshire’s carbon footprint. CounterCoin…
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Stoke A Love Story

Two local theatre makers are staging a new show which will have you falling in love with the City of Stoke-on-Trent. "Stoke a Love story" which has been written and directed by local theatre makers Kat Boon, from Penkhull, and Kat Hughes, from…
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Support Group seeking Parents Stories

A fast-growing support group is seeking real life stories for a fundraising book offering advice to parents with children with special needs and disabilities. Parent engagement in Stoke (PEGIS) was started five years ago by a group of parents…
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Social Hub in Hanley

A new initiative is set to transform Hanley Piccadilly into a thriving hub for enjoying socialising and entertainment this August. Stoke-on-Trent BID is heading the initiative which is bringing FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIALS to Piccadilly during Friday…
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FREE events to celebrate Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage

Hidden cultural treasures and historic venues are being opened up to visitors for a series of free events to celebrate Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage. During the festival, residents and visitors will have the unique chance to access events and…
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New affordable homes in Stoke-on-Trent

Work has started on building new affordable housing for rent alongside specially adapted bungalows for families in need. Two former garage sites off Fallowfield and Pembridge Road are being turned into a total of 11 three-bedroom homes, including…