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Three more arrests after mum killed in van crash at golf course
Suzanne Cherry was enjoying time with her husband when the vehicle struck

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I was heading to an early grave when an XXXL coat didn't fit - now I'm a changed man
David Evans has lost a staggering six stone - here's how he did it


Watch this post-apocalyptic horror film shot and produced in Stoke-on-Trent
It’s taken six years to bring the short film into fruition

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Mum beats cancer and hails 'invaluable' Royal Stoke nurses
The primary teacher is now cancer free


Booming Stoke-on-Trent live music venue to open second bar
Artisan Tap is also extending its opening hours


Five defendants in North Staffordshire's courts
They've all appeared at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court or North Staffordshire Justice Centre


Fresh plans for former social club site as FOURTH homes bid lodged
14 affordable homes and apartments are proposed


School left without library launches campaign to bring it back
Alleyne's Academy has had around 1,000 donated towards the new library


Hero Dougie Mac volunteers dedicate 100,000 hours of their time in one year
Well done everyone!


Trading Standards issues bank holiday warning to car boot sale customers
The holiday weekend is believed to pose a major opportunity for fraudsters


Dozens of neighbours fight housing plan for Staffordshire nature beauty spot
The land attracts hedgehogs and badgers


Inside Spode Works as another part of old factory transformed
It took just 18 weeks to complete


Stone Food & Drink Festival celebrating 20th anniversary - full details here
A range of brand-new attractions are being introduced - along with guest appearances from fan-favourite Bake Off stars


Fresh calls to stop shoppers getting stuck on Morrisons car park
Motorists are hit by delays


Plans lodged to flatten two bungalows 'in poor state' and build new home
One of the properties has been vacant since 1980


Children's home plan for house next to North Staffordshire high school scrapped
It would have catered for up to five children


M6 reopens in Staffordshire live after police-led incident
The M6 was closed northbound between Junction 12 for Telford and Junction 13 for Stafford due to a Staffordshire Police-led incident - but has now reopened


I tried D&G's new 96 bus service - and was left on the roadside for an hour
The bus went straight past me the first time around - and then I was a lone passenger for the whole journey. But this will be a great addition to Stoke-on-Trent's public transport once more people know about it


TGI Fridays shuts restaurant forever in another blow for Hanley
A notice has gone up in the door


Home Bargains' £3m plans to open at old Homebase site and create 100 jobs
The news comes after Homebase closed for good in February
