Entries by Baba

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2,000 spaces released for Potters ‘Arf 2021

Online entries for Stoke-on-Trent’s iconic half marathon have opened. Runners, walkers, relay teams and junior race entrants can now book their places for Sunday, September 26. The Hanley Economic Potters ’Arf Marathon is one of the city’s most popular occasions and organisers are hoping around 2,000 participants will tackle the course. The event includes walking […]

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Further funding awarded to voluntary and community groups

Voluntary and community groups (VCS) across the city have benefited from a further £50,000 of funding to help them provide crucial services to residents through the coronavirus pandemic. 33 voluntary and community groups across the city have now been awarded funding to provide support to residents in the city affected by COVID-19. In January, the city council […]

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Future Journalist Awards receives international interest

A Staffordshire-based competition to find the next generation of journalists and bloggers is receiving international entries. The Future Journalist Awards is usually open to schools in Staffordshire and the surrounding areas, with finalists being invited to an awards ceremony at the University. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, this year’s competition is fully online, including launch, school workshops, and […]

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Every other Seat takes centre stage in Newcastle-under-Lyme

A playful but poignant pop-up art exhibition highlighting the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the creative sector and local businesses is in Newcastle-under-Lyme’s Town Centre. The exhibition has been brought to the High Street by Appetite, who have partnered with Newcastle BID, with the support of Newcastle Borough Council, to work with DUST Rising […]

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Fun activities for half-term

Chinese New Year celebrations, bottle oven building challenges and live storytelling sessions are among a host of free online activities available for Stoke-on-Trent families over the half term break. The city’s museums, libraries and other indoor attractions remain closed throughout the national lockdown, but the venues are continuing to provide alternative entertainment on their websites […]

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Wellbeing support during half-term

A range of wellbeing support is available for families during the half term break. The local StayWell service provides support for children and young people and parents and carers online, via phone calls and video support. You can contact 01782 418518 or email st*************@*********rg.uk to access the service. More details are available at http://changeshere4u.org.uk/  In […]

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Half-Term tips for Staffordshire

Half term will be very different this year, but there are still ways to enjoy it in Staffordshire, whether you are staying at home or exploring your local area. There’s a huge range of virtual rainy day activities to keep the family occupied, including Facebook Live events and videos from Peak Wildlife Park – perfect […]

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Play areas spruced up for Spring

More than a dozen play areas across Stoke-on-Trent are being spruced up ready for spring in the latest round of capital investment into the city’s parks and play areas. From Monday 15 February, locally based PM Training will be working at 13 parks and play areas to update facilities ready for families to enjoy. Jobs […]

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