Newcastle-under-Lyme is a vibrant market town in Staffordshire. The town is home to restaurants, bars and independent stores, sports and leisure facilities, a theatre and more. Various outdoor events take place in Newcastle-under-Lyme throughout the year from musical festivals to craft and food fairs. The New Vic Theatre is a short walk from the town centre where visitors can enjoy a range of acclaimed plays and productions in the round.

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Season’s Greetings Review

An extended family combined with Christmas chaos, creates comedy gold in Season's Greetings at the New Vic theatre thanks to genius Alan Ayckbourn. As Christmas Eve gets underway finishing touches to the decorations at Neville (Matt Addis)…
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Mum, Carly, is recognised as a shining light by PM, Boris Johnson

A mum who set up a support group for parents during the pandemic has been recognised as a “Point of Light” by Prime Mnister, Boris Johnson. Carly Twigg, of Newcastle-under-Lyme, founded the Help, I’m Now Home Schooling! In spring 2020…
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Love throughout the ages with Phoebe

Have you ever wondered where the tradition of expressing emotion via cards came from?  The origin of Valentine’s Day can be traced back to Ancient Rome, where St Valentine was driven by his Christian duties as a priest and granted marriages,…
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The Power of Creative Writing – Guest Blog Helen Dalley

Helen Dalley first started to journal at the age of 12. And then when the pandemic hit in 2020 and lockdown's were put in place she found journalling was a great way to boost her own well-being. Helen has since gone on to develop her journalling…
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Are you pumped about New Track in Kidsgrove?

Young people can have their say on initial plans for a pump track in Kidsgrove. The Council is carrying out a short consultation exercise to gauge opinions on a proposed design for the new facility at Newchapel recreation ground. A pump track…
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Potters ‘Arf Marathon organisers aim to bring back in September

Stoke-on-Trent’s iconic half marathon is due to return on September 26 after organisers revealed provisional plans for hundreds of runners to take part. Participants are being asked to hold the date in their diaries for the Hanley Economic…
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Free online theatre skills masterclass with the New Vic

The New Vic is inviting people to learn a range of creative skills from the comfort of their homes by joining in with free, interactive virtual workshops. New Vic staff will share their unique professional expertise in a series of practical…
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Men and Women Unite for the Future

A mother’s community group, and a men’s mental health group have come together to offer an extended support network across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme. Stoke-on-Trent Mother’s Support Network - who have been providing various…
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£10,000 for grief support services during the pandemic

An emergency service helping people to cope with grief, trauma, isolation and loneliness during the pandemic is being extended thanks to bereaved families in Newcastle-under-Lyme. The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM)…
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Power to the Podcast people – Guest Blog Adam Gratton

In his latest Guest Blog for Baba - Adam Gratton discusses the importance of Podcasting & what it means within community & news sharing...   As you are all no doubt aware the world is one busy place, and much of the time you…
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Throw Down star champions design course at Staffordshire University

TV star and master potter Keith Brymer Jones is continuing to talk up the Potteries by lavishing praise on Staffordshire University’s 3D Designer Maker course. The Great Pottery Throw Down judge talks about his links to Stoke-on-Trent and…

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