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North Staffordshire Council: Newcastle-under-Lyme Merger Pla
Newcastle-under-Lyme will merge with Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Moorlands into a new North Staffordshire Council from April 2028, serving 495,000 res
Newcastle-under-Lyme to merge into new north Staffordshire u
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council will be abolished and merged into a new north Staffordshire unitary authority from 2028, ending over 853 years of inde
Youth Bell Ringing Group Meets in Newcastle-under-Lyme
Sam Martin, 27, leads a youth bell ringing group that meets across south Cheshire and north Staffordshire, challenging the perception that bell ringing is
Man charged with attempted murder in Newcastle shop
Luke Mamczur, 24, has been charged with attempted murder after a woman was assaulted at Poundland on High Street on Friday afternoon.
Britain's Oldest Avocet Spotted at Local Nature Reserve
Britain's oldest avocet has been spotted at a nature reserve in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area, marking a major conservation success story for the UK.
Veterans Safe Space Opens in Newcastle Under Lyme
Former soldier Richy Thrower launches safe space for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans in Newcastle Under Lyme, offering social events and crucial support.
Newcastle Under Lyme Weekly Quiz Challenge
Test your knowledge with Newcastle Under Lyme's latest weekly quiz. Can you answer what Catherine asked a boy on a mountain?
Andy Burnham Fresh Perspective Westminster
Ex-MP Joan Walley backs Andy Burnham to bring fresh perspective to Westminster. Manchester experience praised for shaking up politics.
Death After Arrest Investigated in Newcastle Under Lyme
Independent Office for Police Conduct launches formal inquiry into man's death following arrest in Newcastle Under Lyme area. Officers treated as witnesses
HS2 Tunnel Extension Blocked by Court Ruling
Court rules HS2 tunnel extension lacked proper planning permission. Major setback for controversial rail project affecting Newcastle Under Lyme and the reg
New Homes Planned Near Walleys Quarry Newcastle Under Lyme
Developers plan new homes near former Walleys Quarry landfill in Newcastle Under Lyme. Major clean-up operation has tackled years of odour complaints.
MC Ragga 60th Birthday Rave Party Staffordshire
Rave legend MC Ragga celebrates his 60th with an authentic warehouse party at Aynsley Mill near Newcastle Under Lyme. A one-off event recapturing the golde
British Jigsaw Maker Opens First Shop | Newcastle Under Lyme
Rare UK jigsaw manufacturer opens first physical shop after 6 years online. One of just four makers left in Britain. Mindful activity demand surges.
Radio Host Charged with Historical Rape in Newcastle Under L
A well-known radio presenter has been charged with historical rape. Stuart Haycock, a familiar voice on Newcastle Under Lyme radio stations, arrested follo
Cows on tracks cause major Newcastle Under Lyme rail delays
Major rail disruption in Newcastle Under Lyme as cows wander onto tracks. Four train operators affected including Avanti West Coast and Lumo services.
Student Jailed Over College Bomb Threat Newcastle
An 18-year-old student has been jailed for making a bomb threat at his college. Newcastle Under Lyme authorities took action after the serious threat.
Doctor Denies 45 Sexual Assault Counts Newcastle
Doctor Nathaniel Spencer pleads not guilty to 45 sexual assault counts involving 38 female patients. Newcastle Under Lyme case set for trial.
Man dies in skylight fall at Newcastle Under Lyme
A man has died after falling through a skylight at a vehicle repair business in Newcastle Under Lyme. Investigation underway.
Woman and Child Injured in Gas Canister Blast
A woman and child were injured in a gas canister explosion in Newcastle Under Lyme after the container was exposed to direct sunlight, causing it to heat u
Air Conditioning Demand Surges Newcastle Under Lyme
Record temperatures are driving a boom in air conditioning inquiries across Newcastle Under Lyme and Staffordshire as heatwaves intensify.