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National heritage body spends detailed two-day tour of city

A major national organisation that champions England’s heritage has completed a two-day visit to sites across Stoke-on-Trent. Historic England commissioners and its executive board explored existing historical projects and future opportunities…
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Tunstall Library set to move into refurbished Tunstall Town Hall

Tunstall Library is set to relocate to the newly refurbished Tunstall Town Hall - which will open to the general public on Saturday 3 September 2022. The library will close its doors at Victoria Institute on The Boulevard in Tunstall on Saturday…
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Stoke-on-Trent becomes the UK’s first Fostering Friendly city

Leading national voices involved in foster carer recently joined a number of major Stoke-on-Trent employers at an event to promote the recruitment of foster carers in Stoke-on-Trent. Around 30 delegates from local businesses across public and…
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New digital health library to help residents stay healthy and well

Stoke-on-Trent City Council has launched a new digital health library to help residents stay healthy and well. Residents across Stoke-on-Trent will be able to access a digital health library, thanks to a partnership between ORCHA and Stoke-on-Trent…
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Staffordshire University to be named among the best in the UK thanks to student reviewers

Staffordshire University is celebrating being named 4th in the Best UK Universities category at the StudentCrowd University Awards. The StudentCrowd University Awards are the only independent awards based entirely on verified student reviews.…
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Staffordshire University announces Awards Ceremonies honours list

Local heroes and national champions are to receive Staffordshire University’s highest honour during a week of Awards Ceremonies to celebrate the graduation of thousands of students. A much-loved teacher who died after contracting…
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Healthy food and fun activities continue over school holidays

A hugely popular scheme that has supported thousands of children across the city with healthy food and fun activities during school holidays will continue with the help of the Hubb Foundation. Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s partnership with…
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Hosts needed to prepare young people to live independently

People interested in helping young people in care move into independent living have the opportunity to become a supported lodgings host. Supported lodgings hosts offer young people aged 16 to 21 the opportunity to live in a family environment…
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Visitors Invited to Belong for Care Home Open Week

A dementia specialist care village in Newcastle-under-Lyme is hosting an open week showcasing a pioneering approach to living in care environments. From 27th to 1st July, Belong on Lower Street will welcome visitors for an insight into the…
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Staffordshire’s Leading College Appoints New Principal and Chief Executive

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Hodgson (main image) as Principal and Chief Executive. Craig will step-up from his current position as Vice Principal with effect from 01 September…
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Scams Awareness

With many families facing extra financial pressures due to increasing household costs, people are being warned to be aware of the risks of scams. Each year, millions of people in the UK fall prey to scammers, although it is thought that less…
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Landmark agreement paves way for ‘exciting future’ for quality housing growth

A landmark agreement has been struck between the city council and a key government agency which will pave the way for continued quality housing growth in the city. Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Homes England have entered into an ‘informal…
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Peter Coates donates £20 million to boost growth of entrepreneurs in his home city and partners with Staffordshire University

The Peter Coates Foundation will receive a £20m donation from Peter Coates. It has teamed up with Staffordshire University to launch the Peter Coates Fast Forward Programme. Beginning in January, the programme will offer emerging entrepreneurs…
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New Chancellor installed at Keele University

James Timpson OBE has been officially installed as the new Chancellor of Keele University. The chief executive of Timpson - one of the UK's most socially responsible retailers - received the Chancellor's ceremonial robes and mortarboard and…
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New civil engineering career for Chris thanks to council programme

Jobseekers continue to get a foot on the career ladder thanks to a successful work experience programme delivered by Staffordshire County Council. Thirty nine year old Chris Boote is the latest person to benefit from the Open-Door programme,…