A wealth of sport gets under way in the Midlands this week as the Commonwealth Games 2022 begins. An opening ceremony on Thursday at Birmingham’s Alexandra Stadium will kick off the tournament, which runs until August 8. And one of the top sporting events will be held right here in Staffordshire. Cannock Chase will be […]
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Stoke’s historic bottle ovens are the subject of a new survey aimed at preserving the region’s heritage. There were once 2,000 bottle ovens across the city but now only 50 remain. The iconic structures, named for their characteristic shape, were in use in Stoke-on-Trent from the late 17th century until the mid-20th century. They include a variety
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The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay will visit the region during its final journey to the Commonwealth Games. Birmingham 2022 is hosting the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay – a journey which brings together and celebrates communities across the Commonwealth during the build up to the Games. The Queen’s Baton Relay will provide the opportunity for
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If you’re looking for an unusual day out this summer then we might have just the thing. Stafford Crematorium is hosting an open day in July for people to get a behind the scenes look at what goes on. It’s not the obvious choice for a day out but it’s certainly an opportunity to take
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If you have concerns for a family member or yourself then there are events on offer in Stoke next week to provide information on dementia. Residents across Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to contact their GP if they’re experiencing or worried about signs of dementia. Early diagnosis is key to ensuring the right support is in
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Award-winning show gardens will be on display once more as visitors are invited take a look. The show gardens at Nantwich’s Bridgemere Garden Centre are to be relaunched after a major restoration to return them to their former glory. Bridgemere Show Gardens, which boast a collection of Chelsea medal-winning gardens, will be unveiled at a
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Thousands of people from across Staffordshire turned out for the county’s seventh Staffordshire Day celebrations. It may have rained all day on Sunday, May 1 but the wet weather failed to put people off from enjoying the best of the region. A film festival, artisan markets and Instameets were among the events and activities on
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Enjoy the Great Outdoors to celebrate Staffordshire Day The annual celebration of Staffordshire is back on Sunday with a host of events to show off the best of the county. Staffordshire Day aims to be the biggest party of the year, with a packed programme of fun. This year’s theme is The Great Outdoors –
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Paralympic dressage rider Sir Lee Pearson CBE added another medal to his haul of accolades when he opened a £180,000 arena for disabled riders in Buxton. The gold medalist from Staffordshire Moorlands unveiled the new covered arena at Buxton Riding School on Saturday. It will be used by members of the Helen Atkin Group Buxton
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Historic high street buildings in Stoke will be restored thanks to a cash boost of £410,000. Work has begun to building repairs to the Crafty Lion Public House on Church Street using the funding from Stoke Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Historic England. Property owner, Solanki Holdings, has been awarded £300,000 from the Stoke High Street
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