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Alton Towers launches £11 theme park tickets for parents and children
Alton Towers
Families can also get a cheaper pass for the resort's waterpark
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Drayton Manor confirms opening date for new rollercoaster
Things to do in Staffordshire
The Wave, formerly known as Shockwave, will be opening at Drayton Manor theme park in Staffordshire later this month - and it's been updated to be more accessible for all
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Customers who left hungry after huge wait for 99p burgers vent on Google
Eating out in Stoke-on-Trent
While the vast majority of diners left Burslem's Smash On Trent satisfied, a handful took to Google reviews within hours to complain
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'Spacious' Stoke terrace nets first-time renovator hefty profit on Homes Under the Hammer
Stoke
Recruitment consultant walks away with £26,000 profit after debut transformation
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Take a look inside Stoke-on-Trent gym now open 24/7
Fenton
The change at the Fenton gym came in today
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Diners queue in paintball-sized hail for 99p burgers as Smash On Trent opens second branch
Eating out in Stoke-on-Trent
Smash On Trent has taken on the old KFC unit in Burslem's Market Place
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Meet the southerners who just love championing 'lovely' Stoke-on-Trent
Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent
Their Instagram page has thousands of followers
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Stunning North Wales beach popular with Stokies turns to stone as golden sand disappears
Environment
Recent storms have reshaped the popular beach on the island of Anglesey
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Dunelm ‘gamechanger’ dehumidifier hack which costs 10p per hour to use
Cost Of Living
Dunelm shoppers have been using a dehumidfier to help banish damp while also drying their clothes
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Can you help? Meet nine lovely pooches at City Dogs Home who need a new owner
Pets
They are currently being cared for at the Bucknall facility
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Robbie Williams on his new 'fully mental' role as Port Vale's 'El Presidente'
Port Vale FC
The club's most famous fan now wishes to be referred to as 'El Presidente'
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Former Weatherspoon pub set to open within weeks after revamp
Eating out in Staffordshire
Wetherspoon sold the boozer for 'commercial reasons' but it is now due to welcome back punters
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Our verdict on Spudman's jacket potatoes after TWO-HOUR queue
Eating out in Staffordshire
We joined hundreds of TikTok fans to find out what the viral spuds are really like
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Bloom cocktail bars sold as new owner snaps up venues
Hanley
Breakthrough Bars is the new owner of Bloom in Hanley and Newcastle-under-Lyme
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Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent
17 reasons why you should never visit Stoke-on-Trent, ever
Why would anyone want to visit Stoke-on-Trent? It's not like there's anything to do or see. There's definitely no history, the buildings are ugly and there's no attractions. There's no need for a hotel because why would you bother? So here's 17 reasons why a visit to the Potteries might not be one of your best ideas...
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Win an overnight stay for five in Alton Towers Resort's fairy-tale Woodland Lodge PLUS theme park and water park tickets!
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Scarily good prize includes a one-night stay for five in one of Alton Towers Resort's fairy-tale Woodland Lodges - where you can enjoy a full English breakfast buffet, incredible evening entertainment plus 9-hole round of Extraordinary Golf - plus theme park and water park tickets
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Here are 38 reasons why you should marry a Stokie (and you won't regret it)
Stoke
With lockdown easing couples can now get married
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Nine of the best spas to enjoy - and they are all within an hour of Stoke-on-Trent
Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent
There's nothing better than a day at a spa to help you relax and unwind
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Arctic foxes join polar bears at Peak Wildlife Park
Things to do in Staffordshire
Storm, Rosie, and Dena are the latest arrivals at the expanding zoo
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The tiny beach with a 'world class' pub worth the drive from Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent News
The pub has over 800 'excellent' and 'very good' reviews and an overall TripAdvisor rating of four out of five
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The 11 North Staffordshire pubs at risk as chain struggles with £2bn debt
Eating out in Stoke-on-Trent
Slug and Lettuce in Newcastle and several smaller pubs are owned by Stonegate
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Stokie Steve blows Masterchef competition away with 'nuclear-powered' curry
BBC
Steve, 42, an IT manager, appeared in tonight's episode of the long-running BBC show
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MasterChef contestant Stokie Steve hoping to wow John and Gregg
BBC
The IT manager, 43, is on Thursday night's show
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Stokie schoolboy heads to pub as he parts ways with 'scary' 6ft 6in Bob on BBC's Bidding Room
BBC
Braxton Klebuwkowski, 10, and grandad Graham Klebukowski, 66, appeared on the Bidding Room with their 6ft 6in fibreglass golfer statue - and then went for a pub meal to celebrate after earning £140
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Giant 50ft inflatable sperm whale coming to Hanley - and kids can go inside its belly
Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent
The free event will be held at the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
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Things to do in Staffordshire
The National Trust beauty spots around Stoke-on-Trent - and how to visit for free
The stunning parks, gardens and properties you can visit within an hour's drive of Stoke-on-Trent city centre
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30 classic pub quiz questions to test your general knowledge
What's On News
Add some colour into your virtual quiz night with these classic general knowledge questions (answers included)
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11 wonderful reasons to fall in love with Hanley
Hanley
From shopping a street art, to history and culture - Hanley is a truly wonderful place
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Take a look at hidden beach with crystal clear water - just a cheap flight from Manchester
easyJet
With golden sand and turquoise waters teeming with fish, it’s a far cry from wet and rainy Stoke-on-Trent
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Wow! Archive pictures from nights out at Jumpin Jaks in 2007 and 2008
Way We Were
Do you remember nights out at Jumpin Jaks in Stoke-on-Trent? We've taken a look at our archive of pictures to find some of the best pictures we can taken from one of the city's popular nightclubs about 10 years ago. So, take a look and let us bring those memories of nights out flooding back. Enjoy...
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Couple who visited oatcake shop as kids take over business - and it's secret recipe
Clayton
The Cappers have taken over the reins of Mellors Oatcakes and plan to extend the menu
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Homes Under The Hammer host shares most horrifying item he's found in Stoke-on-Trent properties
Homes Under the Hammer
Homes Under The Hammer presenter Dion Dublin has opened up about the most shocking thing he's found in properties while filming the BBC show - and it's not for the faint-hearted
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Drayton Manor tickets are now half price - but you'll need to be quick
Things to do in Staffordshire
The deal is available for a limited time only
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McDonald's to open until 2am for first time tonight as franchisee promises to be good neighbour
Eating out in Stoke-on-Trent
Franchisee Eddie Leligdowicz has moved to reassure residents as the longer opening hours are brought in at the Sandyford branch
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Tesco introduces new 10p charge for item that used to be free
Tesco
The supermarket giant is trialling the additional fee at a select number of stores
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Shoppers praise 'hotel quality' pillows for helping to relieve neck, back and shoulder pains
What's On
If you suffer from upper back and neck pains these might be a great choice
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Hanley
Flashback to the 80s and the building of the Potteries Centre
Contract workers laboured through the night to make sure the centre was ready for opening day
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Food & Drink
Food & Drink
Ricky Gervais returns to Slough to sell his vodka
The town was chosen for the launch of a new advert
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Las Iguanas offers bottomless tapas every Sunday
Food & Drink
Diners can choose from the tapas range for £25
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McDonald's funding 500 more youth workers to support young people
Food & Drink
It comes as young people say lack of support has forced them to change their future plans and become less ambitious
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Why giant red question marks have appeared across the UK
Food & Drink
Thousands of posters have appeared and the image has been beamed onto buildings
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'It was amazing' - Oatcakes with chocolate spread, bananas and syrup coming soon
Eating out in Staffordshire
Mellors Oatcakes and More, in Clayton, is perfecting a new dish
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Music & Nightlife
Music & Nightlife
Songs chosen for funerals this year include Going Underground
Another choice was Burn Baby Burn as a third of funerals now feature a personal song choice
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26-piece orchestra brings Ibiza to Trentham Estate - how to get tickets
Trentham Estate
Ibiza Orchestra Experience is returning to Trentham Estate on August 31
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Glastonbury Festival 2024 line-up announced as Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA headline
What's On News
Glastonbury Festival has finally announced Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA will be headlining 2024's event
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Glastonbury Festival fans have been waiting the longest for a headliner announcement in 17 years
Music & Nightlife
Glastonbury fans have been counting the length of time they've been waiting for headliner announcement - and it's been a long time
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Jake Bugg to play North Staffordshire gig as part of 2024 Your Town Tour
Keele University
The indie star takes to the stage at Keele University Student Union
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Shopping
Shopping
Aldi has two new rules for £3.30 bags filled with £10 worth of food
The supermarket has sold more than 500,000 of the bags since launch, and is now making it even easier to get them
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Mum says she found toothpicks buried in three Lidl apples
Shopping
Lidl has launched an investigation but says it has had no similar complaints
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Effortlessly stylish cream River Island jacket is a spring wardrobe essential for unpredictable weather
Shopping
The jacket is great to throw on on chillier days
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Tech expert shares Samsung's best TV deal that will give shoppers free Galaxy S24 phone
Shopping
Samsung has just unveiled a brand new range of smart TVs to its line-up of AI devices and there's a huge freebie for S24 phone fans
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Shoppers praise £5 insect spray for getting rid of flies without 'strong chemical smell'
Shopping
Now we've entered spring, you can expect to find more flies entering into your home
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Shop Local
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Giant discount store selling Ralph Lauren and John Lewis bargains opens in old Wilko
Castle Discounts Superstore has moved to the former Wilko to make room for many more cut-price items
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Sunday lunches for just £7.50 sell out at new community cafe
Blurton
The place was absolutely heaving with hungry diners during their first Sunday open
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End of an era as Stoke-on-Trent florist to shut after 35 years
Dresden
The owner is now 78 and is finally taking a much-deserved retirement
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New Stoke-on-Trent cafe has customers flocking for breakfasts and surprise bags
Fenton
It’s a great way to cut down on food waste, and the prices are great too
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End of an era as legendary butcher's to shut after 174 years
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Its owner is finally taking a much deserved retirement and has nobody to take it on
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Theatre
Regent Theatre
SIX the Musical is coming back to Hanley and tickets go on sale today
Here's how to get tickets to see SIX at The Regent Theatre
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Ways to get cheap or free tickets at The Regent Theatre, Victoria Hall & New Vic
Theatre
The arts should be accessible for all and our local theatres are helping ensure everyone can afford a night out to see a show
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Fenton's restored town hall takes centre stage in one-of-a-kind Shakespeare production
Fenton
Staffordshire University students are performing a new version of A Midsummer Night's Dream in the revamped heritage building.
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Staffordshire theatre cancels Russian State Opera after Ukraine invasion
Stafford
The production company stressed it has no link with the Russian 'state' and condemned the violence abroad
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Discover Hanley's secret history with new 'trail'
Hanley
You can now listen to Potboiler Theatre's audio tour without going into the city centre
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'Absolutely adore' Air fryer ideal for small kitchens and cooking meals for two on sale for less than £50
The air fryer has a two-litre capacity
Lady Boys of Bangkok on now at Trentham Estate - how to get tickets
Trentham Estate
The Lady Boys of Bangkok are playing Trentham Estate until Saturday
Things to do in Staffordshire
Drayton Manor confirms opening date for new rollercoaster
The Wave, formerly known as Shockwave, will be opening at Drayton Manor theme park in Staffordshire later this month - and it's been updated to be more accessible for all
Alton Towers launches £11 theme park tickets for parents and children
Alton Towers
Families can also get a cheaper pass for the resort's waterpark
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A momentous occasion as Belstaff marks its first centenary
Partner Stories
The iconic brand is looking back on its success over the last 100 years
'Adventure awaits' as Chatsworth House reopens woodland playground
Things to do in Staffordshire
It is based in the grounds of the historic Chatsworth House
Tesco now attaching security tags to shopping baskets
Shopping
Tesco has stepped up security
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Education
Parents stage protests outside North Staffordshire school after 'every teacher leaves'
Parents claim all lessons are being taught by supply teachers and staff brought in from other schools in the Uttoxeter Learning Trust
Live Friday travel news as crash leaves North Staffordshire road 'blocked'
Traffic & Travel
We will bring you the latest from the roads across the county
Live: 'Strong smell of cannabis' as police and National Grid on Tunstall High Street
Staffordshire Police
Staffordshire Police have dispatched five vehicles to the scene
Alton Towers swan set to sell for ridiculous sum after sparking fierce eBay bidding war
Alton Towers
One bidder was willing to part with £500 for a slice of theme park nostalgia but bids are now 1,000 times that figure
Man who 'came to UK in rubber dinghy' walks along M6 into North Staffordshire
Crime
Staffordshire Police have detained the man
Staffordshire Police
Police burst three tyres of fleeing stolen car near A50
The car was taken from Newcastle and stopped near Heron Cross
Future of Blackpool rock threatened by cheap Chinese imports
UK & World News
Now manufacturers want Blackpool rock protected
Bovis says sorry as couple in £600k new-build with '200 defects'
UK & World News
Bovis Homes has apologised to John and Liz Pritchard
Booking.com says sorry after Glen left £7k out of pocket
Traffic & Travel
Thai tourist Glen Parke has had a nightmare getting his money back
Live Friday travel news as crash leaves North Staffordshire road 'blocked'
Traffic & Travel
We will bring you the latest from the roads across the county