Staffordshire Police Road Crime Team to Feature in Channel 5’s Motorway Cops

Staffordshire Police Road Crime Team to Feature in Channel 5’s Motorway Cops

Staffordshire Police’s road crime team is set to appear in a new series of Channel 5’s hit documentary Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders, giving viewers a behind‑the‑scenes look at the fast‑paced and often challenging work carried out to keep the county’s roads safe. Film crews have spent several months exclusively with officers from the road crime team, capturing real‑time responses to incidents ranging from high‑speed pursuits and drink‑drive stops to arrests of wanted offenders and attendance at serious collisions. The […]

1 April 2026

Local News

Children’s Book Festival in Biddulph to Celebrate National Year of Reading

The Festival of Brilliant, which returns to Biddulph this summer, is going “all in” for the National Year of Reading, announcing the first of its line-up of authors, illustrators, poets and performers. This year’s edition of the children’s book festival features award-winning author and poet Joseph Coelho, alongside acclaimed creators Bethan Woollvin, Jenny McLachlan, Chris Haughton, Lisette Auton and Kieran Larwood. Organised by arts programme OUTSIDE and Staffordshire Moorlands librarians, working with a group of children and young people, teachers, […]

1 April 2026

Local News

They Saved His Life – Now He’s Back to Say Thank You

A cardiac arrest survivor has been reunited with the emergency ambulance crew who helped save his life. The reunion, which took place at Stoke ambulance hub on Sunday 29th March, was a powerful reminder of the importance of early CPR and public access defibrillators. Neal MacGillivray, from Alsager, suffered a cardiac arrest at work in Newcastle-under-Lyme in June 2025. During the emotional reunion at the weekend, Neal and his partner Dawn Massey personally thanked some of the team involved in his […]

1 April 2026

Local News

Second Print Run Announced for Fred Hughes’ Centenary Book

A new book by acclaimed local historian Fred Hughes, published to mark Stoke-on-Trent’s Centenary year, has proved so popular that a second print run has now been released. Stoke-on-Trent: The Story of a City (1925–2025), produced in collaboration with local publisher Barewall, explores defining moments in the city’s history alongside the people who have shaped its identity over the past century. The first edition sold out rapidly, reflecting strong demand for this richly detailed account of the Potteries. Now back in stock, the […]

1 April 2026

Theatre Reviews

Dave Stringer in Conversation with the Cast of Big Pants Party

The Big Pants party is the ultimate ladies night out, celebrating the iconic soundtrack of a lifetime of fun, love and friendship. It's an evening of fabulous live music and amazing vocalists as we embark on an extraordinary celebration of sisterhood with some of the greatest hits of all time. Performed live in concert the Big Pants party takes you on a nostalgic journey as you relive the amazing music that helped create bonds that will last a lifetime. Gather […]

31 March 2026

Theatre Reviews

Dave Stringer in Conversation with Joseph O’Brien aka Robbie Williams

Stoke-on-Trent is a city that revels in the success of it's sons and daughters. Robbie Williams is one of those sons. Robbie has legions of fans from his home town but not all of then have, or can afford to see him live. That's where a professional tribute artist can come into their own. One of the UK's leading Robbie Williams tribute acts stars Joseph O'Brien as the man himself in a show entitled 'Let Me Entertain You - A […]

31 March 2026

Theatre Reviews

Dave Stringer in Conversation with Eye Lash – Queenz Drag Me to the Disco

Get ready for a night where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide, delivering the ultimate celebration of pop royalty through the decades. Not just glitz and glamour - Drag Me To The Disco is packed with undeniable heart, powerhouse talent, and breathtaking vocals. Prepare to sing your heart out, laugh until it hurts, and even shed a tear as these queens take you on a rollercoaster of emotion and high-energy entertainment. With more sequins, surprises, and star power than ever before, this […]

25 March 2026

Interviews

Carol Lovatt in Conversation with Steve & Sheena of Nantwich Jazz & Blues Festival

Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival 2026 celebrates its 28th year with five incredible days of live music across the town this Easter, from Thursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026. With over 17 venues, 300+ gigs and a stellar line-up, it is one of Cheshire’s biggest and most loved live music events. Headline acts for Easter 2026 include King King, Rebecca Downes, Tom Seals, The Stumble, Rebecca Ferguson, The James Taylor Quartet, Jim Kirkpatrick Band, Nearly Dan, and Bruce […]

20 March 2026

Interviews

Dave Stringer in Conversation with Harry Curley from Sunny Afternoon

Sunny Afternoon is a story of friendship, fame and rock history, set to a soundtrack of era-defining songs that brings the sound of the 60s roaring back to life. Experience the electrifying true story behind The Kinks, the band that changed rock music forever, with a back catalogue of unforgettable hits including “You Really Got Me,” “Lola,” and “All Day and All of the Night.” Sunny Afternoon comes to the Regent Theatre on 7th - 11th April 2026 and I […]

20 March 2026

Access All Areas with Jen Annuska

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