Stoke-on-Trent news

• Port Vale sign forwards Hernandez, Faal and Lynch

  08-07-2026 17:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Port Vale sign winger Onel Hernandez and strikers Mo Faal from Wrexham and Luton Town's Oliver Lynch.
  
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• Man arrested after woman found dead in flat

  12-07-2026 16:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 30-year-old man is detained on suspicion of murder.
  
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• Water company records highest ever level of demand

  12-07-2026 15:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Severn Trent records demand as being at almost 2.4 billion litres during the last few days.
  
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• 'Bellingham is a genius' as fans celebrate England win

  12-07-2026 11:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Roars of jubilation could be heard at Stourbridge Football Club where Bellingham started his career.
  
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• WW1 soldier to get headstone 108 years after death

  12-07-2026 10:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Pte Alfred Holdcroft's grave will be formally commemorated having been unmarked since he was buried.
  
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• Covid memorial will help people 'grieve and heal'

  12-07-2026 08:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Plans for a permanent memorial to Covid victims in Stoke-on-Trent are moving forward.
  
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• Your photos: Relaxing in the summer sunshine

  12-07-2026 08:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.
  
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• Rye joins Tamworth on permanent deal from Barnet

  11-07-2026 13:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tamworth sign centre-back Joe Rye on a permanent deal from League Two side Barnet after a successful loan spell last season.
  
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• Pedestrian critical after being hit by a car

  11-07-2026 12:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A man in his 30s suffers serious injuries after he is struck by a Toyota Prius on a main road.
  
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• Why walking dogs in a heatwave can be dangerous

  11-07-2026 08:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A vet gives advice after Staffordshire Police warn people about walking them in hot weather.
  
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• Jabs plea from bereaved mum of Meningitis B victim

  11-07-2026 08:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Deniz Mills says students should enter a summer vaccine programme following the death of son Aaron.
  
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• Veterans unveil knife amnesty van to tackle crime

  10-07-2026 19:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The group says the vehicle, which includes a knife amnesty bin, will be used to run workshops.
  
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• Police officer admits sexual assaults

  10-07-2026 19:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Alex Trusler is due to be sentenced in September and will face misconduct proceedings, police say.
  
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• England's oldest ex-player gives his verdict on Three Lions

  10-07-2026 18:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Frank Blunstone, 91, who made five appearances for his country, says Norway will be a hard team to beat.
  
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• Demolition work begins on fire-hit building

  10-07-2026 15:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The fire service confirms the blaze is extinguished and an investigation will take place soon.
  
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• I feel like part of the team now - Crewe's Tabiner

  10-07-2026 14:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Crewe Alexandra midfielder Joel Tabiner says he wants to show how good he is and get back to enjoying playing after a year out with a knee injury.
  
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• Tamworth visit Boreham Wood in National League opener

  10-07-2026 12:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The 2026-27 National League fixtures have been revealed.
  
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• Sportswear set for ban under council dress code

  10-07-2026 07:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The plans say members must wear smart casual attire at meetings and formal clothes at civic events.
  
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• Town hall war memorial to remain after backlash

  09-07-2026 17:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Councillors decide against moving the HMS Vimiera memorial for the mayoral honours boards.
  
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• Ambitious Stoke a good fit for me - Galbraith

  09-07-2026 15:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Stoke City midfielder Ethan Galbraith says the ambition of the Championship club was a big factor in sealing his £10m move from Swansea City.
  
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• Mayor died after being blinded by tractor lights

  09-07-2026 14:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An inquest has ruled on the circumstances surrounding the death of Barry Panter.
  
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• Derelict vacant pub primed for demolition is sold

  09-07-2026 13:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The pub, which closed its doors 20 years ago, is described as a freehold development opportunity.
  
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• Dozens of firefighters tackle building blaze

  09-07-2026 12:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  There are road closures in place as firefighters work to stop the fire spreading to other premises.
  
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• Dog owner wants change after plant poisoning

  09-07-2026 12:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A Tamworth woman wants mandatory labels on plants after her dog nearly died from eating one.
  
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• Setback in redevelopment of 'landmark' buildings

  09-07-2026 07:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Plans for the town's former library, baths and drill hall are recommended for refusal.
  
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• First wild beaver born in county for centuries

  09-07-2026 07:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Staffordshire Wildlife Trust says it is "amazing news" and shows suitable habitats are available.
  
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• Pieters & Pugh back to help Stoke's next generation

  08-07-2026 18:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Former Stoke City players Erik Pieters and Danny Pugh take coaching roles in the Championship club's academy
  
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• 'Chilling speeds' of up to 161mph recorded in UK

  08-07-2026 18:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A study from the RAC says more than 30,000 drivers drove at 30mph or more on 20mph roads.
  
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• Anger over potential removal of memorial display

  08-07-2026 17:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A councillor says the reaction to a relocation plan for the war memorial is "extraordinary".
  
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• Ingelsson can cope with promotion pressure at Stoke

  08-07-2026 16:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  New Stoke City signing Svante Ingelsson says he is fine dealing with the pressure of winning promotion after a difficult season with Sheffield Wednesday.
  
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