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Stoke›News Firefighters Tackle Blaze in Tunstall Town Centre as High Street Closed

Emergency services responded to a fire in Tunstall on Tuesday, August 18, with firefighters and police attending the scene. Parts of the High Street were closed while crews dealt with the incident.

Martin Pitchford · 19 August 2026

Stoke›Business Stoke Air Ambulance Scandal: Charity Closes After Regulatory Action and Financial Questions

Stoke Air Ambulance is closing after a growing regulatory and financial scandal, ending its plans to deliver a dedicated air ambulance service locally. The charity has faced fundraising breaches and a Charity Commission investigation into its finances, governance and operations.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

Stoke›News Stoke and Newcastle Firefighters Thank Public After Toughest Days of Summer

Staffordshire firefighters have thanked the public for their support after a gruelling run of fires across Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and beyond.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

Stoke›News Hanley: From Potteries Powerhouse to Struggling City Centre

Once the beating heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Hanley has faced decades of industrial decline, changing shopping habits and empty shops. But behind the decline lies a city centre still searching for a new identity.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

Stoke›Transport M6 Stoke-on-Trent: Motorway Closed After Serious Collision

The M6 is currently closed in both directions near Stoke-on-Trent following a serious collision involving three lorries and a car.

Martin Pitchford · 17 August 2026

Stoke›Community Mental Health Support Group Meeting – Stoke on Trent

If you’re looking for a safe, welcoming space to talk, listen and connect with others who understand, a free peer-led mental health support group is taking place in Stoke.

Martin Pitchford · 17 August 2026

Stoke›Crime From Burslem Petrol Station to Newcastle Garages: Police Pursuit Ends With Two Arrests

A police pursuit involving a car allegedly linked to incidents across North Staffordshire has ended with two teenagers arrested.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

Stoke›Sport Stoke City fall to Swansea after late comeback

Stoke City suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Swansea City at the bet365 Stadium,

Jack Hardwick · 16 August 2026

Stoke›Sport Stoke-on-Trent Teen Crowned World’s Fittest Girl After Incredible CrossFit Achievement

A 16-year-old from Stoke-on-Trent has been crowned the world’s fittest teen for the third year running after an incredible CrossFit Games performance.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

Stoke›Crime Stoke Duo Sentenced After Police Find Gun, Drugs and Weapons in Car

Two Stoke-on-Trent men have been sentenced after police uncovered drugs and weapons following a series of criminal damage incidents in Blurton.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

Stoke›Crime Stolen Farm Pick-Up Recovered in Stoke After Late-Night Burglary

A stolen Toyota pick-up and trailer taken during a suspected early-morning farm burglary have been recovered in Stoke-on-Trent, with police now appealing for information about the suspects.

Jack Hardwick · 16 August 2026

Stoke›Community Golden Hill Community Centre: A Community Coming Together After Devastating Fire

In the aftermath of the devastating fire in Golden Hill, Stoke-on-Trent, the community has once again shown its incredible strength, kindness and generosity.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026

Stoke›General Welcome to Six Towns Daily – Your Local News, Without the Paywall

Welcome to Six Towns Daily – your home for truly local news across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026