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Safety pledge as city named blade capital of the county. Top cop seeks to reassure communities.	Aug 17, 2024	620
Jackpot 'eyeing return to oche'. Ex-champ Lewis setting sights on World Championships.	Aug 14, 2024	453
I thought I was going to die, says paramedic as attacks soar 90%. Broken jaw victim relives his ordeal - as ambulance service reveals two staff suffer physical assaults every single day.	Aug 13, 2024	491
'This was such a tragic case'. Detectives still working with the family of victim as husband is jailed for killing her.	Aug 13, 2024	395
'I've been treated like utter rubbish'. Gloria's fury at being kicked off first holiday in 30 years.	Aug 12, 2024	472
McDonald's taking shape. Work under way despite no official council green light.	Aug 9, 2024	242
Landfill's back up and running again after massive fire. Probe into cause continues as waste deliveries restart of PS2,500to T&C apply spend at see page 11 on back to school uniforms.	Aug 9, 2024	407
Seeing red! Drivers caught out in blitz on busy road.	Aug 8, 2024	242
Gang tries to blow up ATM in early-hours raid on store. Detectives appeal for information after burglars flee Morrisons empty-handed.	Aug 7, 2024	304
'We expect to be here a few days'. Fire crews remain at Walleys Quarry as investigation is launched into cause of blaze at landfill.	Aug 6, 2024	457
Drivers face three months of delays at major city junction. Motorists urged to plan journeys around 14-week Lime Kiln lights upgrade.	Aug 5, 2024	381
Wired for sound! Studio for new city YMCA site.	Aug 3, 2024	451
'It's taken far too long to sort out'. Leader's confession as council finally looks to reopen road.	Jul 26, 2024	358
Detectives name man found dead in city alleyway. Victim, 21, was discovered with stab wounds.	Jul 26, 2024	275
Oatcake shop's back in village. Revamped business returns after over a year.	Jul 23, 2024	210
Fears for centre as charity quits. No plans to shut site, says council.	Jul 22, 2024	584
A sense of craft. City honoured with a global status for its contribution to ceramics past and present.	Jul 19, 2024	505
Council delays road closure after backlash. Schools and bus firms raised concerns.	Jul 16, 2024	315
'We most definitely will reopen'. But Morrisons store shut due to fire in neighbouring property is still waiting for go ahead from council.	Jul 16, 2024	449
Weapons and drugs worth 'tens of thousands' seized. 1,000 arrests made in 'relentless year'.	Jul 15, 2024	454
Excel on the pitch as new PS750k football hub opens. 5-a-side surfaces are upgraded.	Jul 10, 2024	194
'Some demolition is needed' before major route reopens. 'Unexpected problems' after fire shuts road.	Jul 8, 2024	449
Police probe after two men 'seen with machetes'. Cops appeal for your help to identify pair.	Jul 6, 2024	185
Men with baseball bats led cops to cannabis grow. Terrace boarded-up as 80 plants found.	Jul 6, 2024	192
Pub-goers rush to rescue man from flats blaze. He was trapped on third floor of building.	Jul 5, 2024	304
Mum's killing of her children 'traumatic for the community'. 'So many devastated' by the tragedy.	Jul 3, 2024	447
Uninsured driver awaits fate after killing pedestrian, 61. Woman crashed into Stephen as he waited to cross the road.	Jun 29, 2024	373
Woman in hospital after flat blaze. Police investigation now underway.	Jun 28, 2024	156
Police probe as cat killed in dog attack. Cops now appealing for witnesses.	Jun 28, 2024	404
'Don't come here to cause trouble'. Landlord reassures punters after attack outside pub.	Jun 26, 2024	303
'Vital' work to disrupt traffic. Resurfacing means lights for 10 weeks.	Jun 24, 2024	248
Police stepping up patrols after trouble at PS1.5m park. Reports of anti-social behaviour at site.	Jun 21, 2024	307
Disruption as 'road shut til November'. Beauty spot visitors facing huge diversion as repairs carried out.	Jun 21, 2024	425
Police seized balaclava and crowbar from gunman's getaway car. Shooter nabbed by cops within a day of alley attack.	Jun 20, 2024	554
Appeal as two men 'stabbed'. Incident followed a house party.	Jun 18, 2024	169
'Words can't explain the hurt our team is feeling from her loss'. Staff at curry house pay tribute to teen colleague, Josie, fatally injured in crash.	Jun 15, 2024	337
Tributes to teenager killed in smash. Appeal for witnesses.	Jun 13, 2024	250
Three arrests after girl, 5, left for dead in city park horror. Teenage boys detained while youngster receives gifts to help with her recovery.	Jun 13, 2024	339
'Take action now before people lose their lives'. Fed-up neighbour's plea to police over boy racers making their life a misery.	Jun 4, 2024	353
1,042 speeders caught by new cameras in 6 months. Improvements part of PS640k investment.	Jun 4, 2024	552
Return of five-a-side football at city academy as Powerleague pumps in PS750,000 to help the pitches Excel... Operator already has one base in city in shadow of bet365 stadum how the new pitches will look at excel.	Jun 1, 2024	373
'Rat run' shut for gas works. Scheme likely to last for 'at least a week'.	May 31, 2024	213
Boy, 16, and man, 18, arrested after double stabbing. 16-year-old and 18-year-old suffered stab wounds.	May 30, 2024	172
Belstaff 'comes home'. Luxury fashion brand celebrates 100 years in the town where it all began.	May 27, 2024	399
Man left with broken jaw in attack at park. Victim punched and kicked by teen gang.	May 24, 2024	219
Let's Plough ahead! Bid to restore pub and its huge mural.	May 23, 2024	449
'We're reeling from the sudden void in our lives'. Family pay tribute to 24-year-old killed after collision with truck on A50.	May 20, 2024	282
Bid to stop anti-social behaviour in city centre. Police and council target troublemakers.	May 15, 2024	454
Buzz around town as new station opens. Bus campaigners 'impressed' by work.	May 9, 2024	308
Chop-chop! Street shut as crews fell trees and fill holes.	May 9, 2024	297
'I am trying to bring a little bit of Liverpool and Manchester to city'. Wayne Walker reveals what's brewing in vision for shopping village at potbank.	May 8, 2024	432
Arson probe after 3.45am blaze at flats. Residents forced to evacuate.	May 4, 2024	280
Appeal after arson attack at old WMC. The building has been derelict for years.	May 1, 2024	275
Couple found dead at house in city had 'gunshot wounds'. Neighbour pays tribute to pensioners after double tragedy.	Apr 27, 2024	449
Car seat found fly-tipped at cemetery. 'Disgusting' act condemned.	Apr 25, 2024	156
Cops quizzing two after a man dies at house in city. Pair have been arrested on suspicion of administering poison.	Apr 20, 2024	231
Two drug raids in 24 hours. Hundreds of plants seized in cops' double cannabis swoop.	Apr 15, 2024	235
Patrols stepped up over burglary fears. Concerns over 'suspicious activity' across North Staffs.	Apr 10, 2024	419
Best barre none! Talented youngsters join English Youth Ballet on stage at Regent Theatre.	Apr 10, 2024	598
'Inspirational' doctor Alison leaves PS11k fundraising legacy. Consultant worked to tackle liver disease.	Apr 10, 2024	560
Council and owner in talks over future of fire-hit historic house. Property 'unsafe' following afternoon arson attack.	Apr 6, 2024	303
Vandals force council to shut park play area. New equipment is now on order.	Apr 4, 2024	180
Man faces arrest over anti-social behaviour. Businesses have complained.	Apr 4, 2024	315
HGV-battered road set for overhaul. Works in three phases could start in the summer.	Mar 30, 2024	415
'High-quality Home Office jobs will drive city growth'. Home Secretary visits hub in city centre.	Mar 29, 2024	401
Dedicated Jeanette never desserts her supermarket post! Yoghurt fan celebrates 30 years with firm.	Mar 29, 2024	305
Historic 'foodie' pub up for grabs. Venue looking for 'unique food offering'.	Mar 29, 2024	315
Going underground. Sneak peak at Goods Yard transformation as artists prepare to host exhibition.	Mar 28, 2024	420
Splashing the cash! PS475k boost for leisure centre to improve pool's water quality.	Mar 27, 2024	425
'Tragic case' as body of boy, 17, recovered at beauty spot. Two other teenagers were taken to hospital.	Feb 26, 2024	392
Danger of trees 'falling' due to deadly disease. Possible 'devastating' effect on woodland.	Feb 20, 2024	360
'They need to put in a proper repair'. Calls for action as 'manhole collapses' on busy A53.	Feb 20, 2024	311
Kids are forced to dodge huge puddle on their way to school. Submerged path is alongside busy A53.	Feb 19, 2024	495
Action pledge after nightmare tenants booted out. Scores of complaints over drugs and noise.	Feb 16, 2024	345
M6 smashes leave six in Royal Stoke. Injured man has 'specialist trauma care'.	Feb 13, 2024	367
Winter wonders! Farm workers go from ploughing the fields to ploughing the snow to help emergency crews.	Feb 9, 2024	430
Fraudster told teenage boy to give him PS500 or he'd share explicit image. Police issue warning over 'sexploitation'.	Feb 5, 2024	351
Police 'open-minded' on any link in pub vandalism cases. Windows broken at 3 different venues.	Feb 2, 2024	283
Good times are here again! Remarkable turnaround for school rated 'inadequate' in 2019.	Feb 2, 2024	474
How school helps pupils build a vital 'skill for life'. Dedicated space gives youngsters hands-on experience.	Feb 1, 2024	396
Top accolade for a 'true gent of the motor industry'. Umesh picks up Lifetime Achievement gong.	Jan 31, 2024	641
Red lights SPELL DANGER. Now cameras could go up to catch drivers dodging them at busy city junction.	Jan 22, 2024	283
Cops assaulted as man refuses to 'leave house'. Force now appealing for CCTV.	Jan 20, 2024	259
'A magical journey of adventure' awaits tots at nursery. Venue rated 'Good' by inspectors.	Jan 15, 2024	480
Crackdown as police arrest 152 motorists. Annual festive operation targeted those drivers under influence of drink or drugs.	Jan 12, 2024	428
'Our approach is always to be proactive and make Cheshire a hostile place for criminals'. Police make 371 arrests across two towns in just four weeks.	Jan 5, 2024	341
'He was a kind-hearted person everyone loved'. Daughter leads tributes to 'amazing father' who died in crash.	Jan 5, 2024	331
Man, 29, still in Royal Stoke after exploding e-bike battery leads to blaze. Victim suffered burns and smoke inhalation.	Jan 4, 2024	233
From lecture theatre to the frontline. Academics stay up to date working in healthcare.	Jan 3, 2024	570
'Her most significant achievement lies in the countless lives that she saved'. Community leaders pay tribute to addiction centre founder.	Dec 23, 2023	923
Tributes as cricket club's 'heartbeat' Rob dies following road collision. Devastated family say 'generous and kind' stalwart dedicated himself to club - and 'was loved by everyone he met'.	Dec 22, 2023	413
Repairs on busy road hit by discovery of a 'layer of rock'. Drivers delayed over 'complex repairs'.	Dec 19, 2023	457
PS36k illegal vapes and food are seized. Counterfeit cigarettes discovered as five shops raided.	Dec 19, 2023	280
Fresh appeal to trace OAP robbers. Police want sightings of Focus.	Dec 18, 2023	305
Cops shut down another cannabis factory in city. One person arrested and plants removed.	Dec 16, 2023	278
'Dan's death has left a huge hole in our family' stokeontrentlive.co.uk /stokeontrentlive @sotlive The Sentinel. Monday December 11, 2023 5 #localandproud News recognise this rubbish?: Fly-tippers have dumped furniture and children's toys on a STOKE-ON-TRENT rat-run. the mountain of waste has been discovered in redhills road. In Brief hanley climate campaigners.	Dec 16, 2023	407
6 defrosting cars stolen on same day. Police warn drivers ahead of cold snap.	Dec 16, 2023	340
Roadworks nearing end is boost for city drivers. Bus services had to alter their routes.	Dec 15, 2023	267
'Using our grit on a drive may be theft'. Council issues 'no private use' warning over grit bins.	Dec 8, 2023	283
Sandbags given out after deluge. Probe into maintenance after flood in dip of road.	Dec 8, 2023	200