Pensioner’s death still a mystery Feb 3 2010
The cause of death of a Stafford pensioner remains a mystery after a pathologist admitted it was only the third case in over 900 where he had been unable to establish why it had happened. more
Champions despite no sport facilities Feb 3 2010
Youngsters are celebrating after they were crowned athletics champions - despite their school having no indoor sports facilities. more
Chance for young volunteers Feb 3 2010
Young people are being offered the chance to apply for a space on a full-time volunteering programme, run by Staffordshire County Council. more
Recycling push won’t mean a bin reduction Feb 3 2010
Bosses at Stafford Borough Council have confirmed they will NOT be cutting the size of household rubbish bins or increasing the time between refuse collections in a bid to meet recycling targets. more
Guided walks round Trust HQ Feb 3 2010
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is offering local groups the chance to enjoy a fascinating guided walk around its 26-acre grounds. more
Council set to pass on lowest rise Feb 3 2010
Staffordshire County Council’s Cabinet is expected to pass the lowest council tax since 1993 this year. more
Councillors’ charity challenge Feb 3 2010
Two Stafford councillors are taking a well deserved rest after completing a three-day 3,700 mile sponsored swim, cycle and run, in a bid to raise funds for a Memorial of Modern Warfare for the town. more
‘Garden grabbing’ pledge Feb 3 2010
Housing minister John Healey is taking steps to reassure residents of council powers to refuse ‘garden grabbing’ developments - a move welcomed by the town’s MP. more
Fears over plan for 409 homes Feb 3 2010
An action group has raised concerns over plans to build a whopping 409 homes near Beaconside. more
Students find out about job options Feb 3 2010
Students at Sir Graham Balfour have been considering their future careers at a convention held at the school. more
Five stars on the menu for team Feb 3 2010
Catering staff at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service have been recognised for their excellent standards of service. more
Cocaine found after disturbance at pub Feb 3 2010
A Stafford man has been ordered to pay £350 for possessing cocaine after he was arrested for alledgedly head-butting a bouncer. more
Hugh vows to fight on in battle on rates Feb 3 2010
A Stafford businessman who has put his firm on a rates strike has vowed to appeal after the court ordered him to pay back around £10,000 of unpaid business rates. more
Transport plan: have your say Feb 3 2010
Travel experts are inviting everyone, from public organisations and businesses to residents, to get involved in planning major improvements to Staffordshire’s transport network. more
Cash order following burglary Feb 3 2010
A 40-year-old man has been ordered to pay back £21,500 after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary. more