News from The Staffordshire Signal

A direct train connecting Stoke-on-Trent with Manchester Airport will begin in May 2027, making journeys simpler for passengers across North Staffordshire.

A free creative workshop at Spode Museum invites Stoke-on-Trent residents to explore the hidden histories of ball clay while creating mosaic tiles from original Spode ceramic shards.

Professor Ceri Morgan’s debut poetry collection explores an unexpected connection between Stoke-on-Trent’s ceramics industry and a small Canadian town.

New screen acting classes for children and young people aged 6–16 are launching in Stoke-on-Trent on September 27th, offering practical training for film and television.

More than 40 ceramic artists from across the UK will come together at Stoke Minster this October for the inaugural Stoke Ceramics Fair.

Staffordshire County Council leader Martin Murray responds to the Government’s decision to pause local government reorganisation proposals.

Hunter Douglas Visualisation Experience has relocated its global digital photography operation from Burslem to a premium managed office at Smithfield Works in Hanley.

Heritage Open Days brings ten days of free history to Staffordshire, the public vote opens for the LoveNUL Business Awards, and Gareth Snell wins a government pledge to put British ceramics back on the procurement menu. This week in The Staffordshire Signal Weekly.

A new hire scheme could give residents an alternative to travelling by car - but its success will depend on affordability, safety and the council's ability to prevent nuisance parking.

Discover free Heritage Open Days events across Staffordshire from 11 to 20 September 2026, including guided walks, historic buildings, workshops, tours and talks.

The public vote is now open for the LoveNUL Business Awards 2026, with five businesses shortlisted across each of six public vote categories.

Classic, retro, performance and American cars filled Penkridge Markets for Wheels Motor Show 2026. Watch The Staffordshire Signal TV's video from the show.

Stoke-on-Trent MP Gareth Snell has secured a commitment to use public procurement more effectively to support British manufacturing and the ceramics industry.

Eccleshall Show returns tomorrow, 5th September, with equestrian competitions, classic vehicles, family entertainment, food and traditional country show attractions.

Partners, volunteers and local children joined forces for a Day of Action to clean up streets, parks and open spaces across Cobridge.