Longton5 hrs agoCouncil paints over 'school' road marking gaffeCouncil leader Jane Ashworth says she is "embarrassed" by the mix-up in Stoke-on-Trent.5 hrs ago1 day ago'School keep clear' sign appears 15 years too lateA council leader is left "embarrassed" by the mix-up on a street where there is no school.1 day ago15 Apr 2026Teen jailed after killing youngster in hit-and-runHarley Hough, 17, is sentenced after he admitted causing the death of Alex Woodward.15 Apr 202630 Mar 2026Illegal tobacco worth £14k seized from shopsTrading Standards and police say work will continue on disrupting the supply of counterfeit goods.30 Mar 20266 Mar 2026Shops closed down as £50k of illegal goods seizedTrading Standards issues closure orders to five stores after seizing illegal cigarettes and vapes.6 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Historic market to be refurbished with £800k grant"The indoor market is a crucial part of Longton's identity," MP Allison Gardener says.5 Mar 202615 Jan 2026Borough council bids for UK Town of Culture honourThousands of towns have a chance to be the UK's first Town of Culture as part of a new competition.15 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Plea for medical centre path to be reopenedThe path links the village medical centre and a nearby pharmacy. 7 Jan 202626 Dec 2025We're here all year round, says Salvation ArmyLt Hannah Turnbull says the Salvation Army's wide range of projects aim to help communities every day.26 Dec 2025...
