New 24/7 online service will signpost residents to the care they need – and help them to help themselves
User-friendly online services are being launched to give residents, their families and carers 24/7 access to care services in Stoke-on-Trent and immediate opportunities to help themselves.
Adult care and wellbeing news-
Three shops under investigation after selling knives to a 16-year-old volunteer.
An underage sales exercise was conducted last week by Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s trading standards team as part of Operation Spectre.
Your council, your city news -
Crackdown on crime and anti-social behaviour hits Shelton – with immediate results
The operation has been running since September as part of the Making Great Places campaign – a partnership between Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Staffordshire Police.
Problems in my neighbourhood news -
Construction work starts on new public square at Goods Yard neighbourhood
The development of Stoke-on-Trent’s exciting new urban neighbourhood is entering its final stages.
Planning and building news -
Longer opening times and more services proposed for city libraries
Extra library services could soon be available in Stoke-on-Trent under new proposals to extend opening times and recruit more volunteers.
Libraries, sports and leisure news -
City Music Service return to Victoria Hall stage with a series of Christmas concerts
Tickets are on sale for a series of concerts which will showcase some of the best young musicians and singers in Stoke-on-Trent.
Schools and education news -
Stoke-on-Trent City Council pays tribute to former Lord Mayor
Council colleagues have paid tribute to a well-respected former councillor following her death this weekend.
Your council, your city news -
City experiences ‘get fit’ growth spurt as gyms get busy
Stoke-on-Trent has had an increased uptake in leisure centre visits that has exceeded expectations.
Libraries, sports and leisure news -
Thousands of free NHS Health Checks completed thanks to city council initiative
NHS Health Checks in Stoke-on-Trent have increased this year, which is a positive step towards improving the health of the city.
Your council, your city news -
Housing providers launch shared vision to improve living standards in Stoke-on-Trent
A new Charter which promises better living conditions for tenants has been officially launched in Stoke-on-Trent.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Ceramic Makers’ Market returns to Gladstone Pottery Museum
The hugely successful Ceramic Makers’ Market is making its long-awaited return to Gladstone Pottery Museum this month.
Events news -
Students have designs on creating history for Fenton
A new partnership project has been launched with University of Staffordshire, to create a ceremonial mace for Fenton, which will form part of the civic regalia.
Your council, your city news -
Mental ill-health is ‘biggest cause of disability’ – new City report reveals
A newly released report flags mental ill-health as the largest cause of disability in the UK.
Your council, your city news -
Boost for learning as library numbers soar in Stoke-on-Trent
The city’s libraries have experienced an increase in the number of visits during the start of this financial year.
Libraries news -
Illegal Homeless Camp at Swan Square Removed
Stoke-on-Trent City Council's Environmental Crime Unit (ECU) and Staffordshire Police have cleared an illegal homeless camp situated on the doorway of Swan Square in Burslem.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Free Family Hubs Terrific Tuesdays launch at the Potteries Centre
Remember, remember the fifth of November… the date free Family Hubs Terrific Tuesdays launch at the Potteries Centre.
Children and families news -
Council pledge to improve public transport means more buses on the road
Seven new bus routes have been introduced in Stoke-on-Trent to make it easier for residents to get around the city.
Roads, parking and travel news -
More children with SEND able to access support they need in their local community
More places for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Stoke-on-Trent will mean that more children can access the right support, at the right time,
Schools and education news -
People encouraged to attend trio of drop-in events setting out latest plans for Stoke town centre
A series of community drop-in events have been organised to give residents and local businesspeople the chance to find out more about the latest plans to transform Stoke town centre.
Events news -
City council improving children’s outcomes in Stoke-on-Trent
City leaders have welcomed findings from an Ofsted focused visit that highlighted that the work of children’s services is making a positive difference and improving outcomes.
Schools and education news -
Major improvement work at Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station enters next phase
Work is progressing to improve bus, pedestrian and cycle access to and from Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station.
Roads, parking and travel news -
Celebrate Diwali at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Families are being invited to a special event to celebrate Diwali this weekend.
Events news -
Continental cuisine and culture returning to Hanley
Noodles, burritos, chimney cakes and souvlaki are just a few of the foods making their way back to Hanley as the Continental Market returns.
Markets news -
Comedian Adam Rowe set to perform stand-up show at city museum
Award-winning comedian Adam Rowe is putting on an intimate stand-up show in Stoke-on-Trent.
Events news -
Spook-tacular autumn half-term activities in Stoke-on-Trent
A wide variety of activities are taking place across Stoke-on-Trent during the upcoming autumn half-term break – including some ‘spookily good’ Halloween events.
Children and families news -
Small Community and Heritage Assets Grants Programme to support the city’s heritage
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has launched the Small Community Events and Heritage Assets Grants programme, to support local initiatives that enrich our city’s culture and history.
Your council, your city news -
You are cordially invited to…save the date for the Stoke-on-Trent Celebration Weekend
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is inviting residents, businesses and organisations across the city and beyond to ‘save the date’ for the Stoke-on-Trent celebration weekend.
Events news -
Extensive support on claiming Pension Credit rolled out as city council ramps up help on ‘Cost of Living’ crisis
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is committing further help to support people through the ‘Cost of Living Crisis’ this winter.
Your council, your city news -
Stoke-on-Trent Centenary Poet Laureate announced
Stoke-on-Trent’s very own Centenary Poet Laureate has been officially named at a city council meeting today (Thursday 24 October).
Your council, your city news -
Launch of new Chell Heath Family Hub provides vital early help to children and families
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.
Children and families news
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