Lately, the humble shacket has slipped into the wardrobes of fashion-forward men everywhere, gaining popularity as an item that bridges the gap between a jacket and a shirt. While overshirts and shackets have always had their place in menswear, their appeal seems to have found new life in recent seasons, thanks to their versatile nature. […]
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Suits Me’s investment in the club and presence in the wider community will break down barriers to banking in the West Midlands, which has suffered a wave of bank closures in the last year Suits Me has been unveiled as The Valiants’ newest sponsor, and will feature as the Training Ground Headline Sponsor for the
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As August at Potteries Auctions unfolds with its rich collection of antiques and treasures, we present to you three sales showcasing the very best in 20th-century pottery, fine jewellery, and unique collector items. Thomas Dean Kingfisher – A Master of Staffordshire Ceramic Art Estimate: £50 – £100 This exquisite oil painting by Thomas Dean (b.1865)
Today’s modern cities are truly a marvel to behold. Given the constant demand for a better quality of life, as well as the growing risk of climate change, infrastructure has undergone significant change within the last 30 years, to the extent that many cities are now unrecognisable. Things will only continue to develop in exciting
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Visitors to Brookfields House swapped their armchairs for the dancefloor yesterday afternoon when entertainer Jane Francis, better known as Lancashire Belle, led a rousing tea-dance at Adlington Retirement Living’s community on Clayton Road. Arriving to the sound of Vera Lynn classics, the audience were soon tapping their toes as Jane’s ENSA-style show transported everyone
Trentham Boat Club, a small but thriving junior rowing squad based in Stoke-on-Trent has just hit 25% of our Crowdfunder goal to raise £6,000 for essential equipment to support our juniors as they compete on the national stage, and they now have 42 days left to reach our target. Many of their rowers began through
You’re juggling a lot between work, family, and other responsibilities. You might also be a student. When it feels like there’s never enough time in the day, it makes sense to simplify activities to save you valuable minutes. With the extra time, you can relax or enjoy meeting with loved ones, rather than feeling stressed
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Jewellery is more than just an accessory – it often represents memories and personal style. Whether it’s an heirloom engagement ring or a bracelet you wear daily, safeguarding your jewellery is crucial. Without proper care, precious pieces can easily be lost, stolen or damaged. By adopting a few straightforward practices, you can keep your jewellery
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A Stoke-on-Trent-based bamboo project has found a home on a disused patch of concrete in a supermarket car park where a major pottery factory once stood. Brilliant Bamboo, led by Gemma Thomas, has signed a 10-year lease on an approximately one-acre plot on the edge of Sainsbury’s car park in Stoke, on land formerly occupied
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WWF and Forestry England are launching 17 brand-new Feel Good Forest Trails across the country on Thursday 10 July Designed for children aged 6-12, families can discover their nearest trail through a new interactive map and free Feel Good Forest Activity Pack Feel Good Forest Trails are part of WWF’s Prescription for Nature campaign, encouraging
