News published September 2023
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100-day illegal dumping clampdown reached, as communities praised for their clean-ups
More than 20 businesses, as well as community groups and residents young and old have held clean-up events in their local areas over the past two weeks.
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Stoke heritage under the spotlight with series of cultural events
Visitors to Stoke town centre will get the chance to see heritage ‘in action’ this weekend with a series of cultural activities.
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Construction to begin on refurbishment of Longton Library
Construction work begins on Monday at Longton Library, following a successful bid for funding from Arts Council England’s Library Improvement Fund.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council leisure centres to host open weekend
Council run leisure centres are throwing open their doors for a free open weekend offering taster sessions, family activities and membership incentives to people who sign up.
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‘Help is at hand’ campaign brings services together to enable residents to access cost of living support they’re entitled to
A major campaign to support residents across the city through the cost of living crisis and winter months has launched, with the support of public services, community and voluntary sector groups.
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New five-year plan outlines city council pledge to tackle fuel poverty in Stoke-on-Trent
Council leaders have pledged to address fuel poverty in Stoke-on-Trent with the development of a new five-year plan – and want to hear residents’ views.
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Local woman offering care and support thanks new scheme for help in setting up new business
Hummingbird Care, founded by Wendy Edwards, has thanked a new Stoke-on-Trent City Council-funded scheme for helping her to setup her own small business offering care and support.
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Popular Little Library Van and digital support sessions extended
The Little Library Van will continue weekly sessions at Smithfield during September & October, alongside digital support sessions in Hanley Market, as preparations continue for the opening of CCL.
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Interactive heritage trail launches in Stoke-on-Trent
An interactive heritage trail highlighting Stoke-on-Trent’s rich history is being developed in the city.
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Launch of new Bentilee Family Hub to provide joined-up way to ‘make a huge difference to the life chances of children’
Families in Stoke-on-Trent are benefitting from help and support from a range of city council, NHS and voluntary sector services, thanks to the continued rollout of Family Hubs in the city.
