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That’s entertainment as Stafford’s Market Square celebrates new look
A feast of entertainment has been lined up to celebrate the official opening of the new-look Market Square in Stafford following its major renovation.
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Half Term joy for youngsters with brand new play facilities opening in Stone
A fantastic new play park and multi-games area in Stone will open in time for the school half term holidays this month as part of major transformation.
Fashion Show will be model of sustainable practice
A fashion show with a difference is looking for models and creations for a catwalk event in Stone.
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Have a say on where you vote in Stafford Borough
A review of all the places residents use to cast their vote in elections across Stafford Borough is underway.
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Councillors give go ahead to buy former Co-op in Stafford
Senior councillors have given the green light for the borough council to buy the former Co-op department store in Stafford.
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Council to buy former Co-op in Stafford as part of major transformation plans
Stafford Borough Council is to buy the town’s old Co-op department store as part of their major transformation plans for the area.
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Stafford leader flies the flag as a reminder of ‘terrible’ conflict
One of the first sights that people arriving at Stafford Railway Station will now see is the Ukrainian flag flying outside the town’s Victoria Park.
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Campaign to boost businesses in Stafford is one in a million
Tourism, hospitality and leisure businesses are being helped by a campaign to attract visitors to Stafford Borough.
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Lights, camera, and more action as Stafford film business grows with council grant
An award-winning film and media marketing company has been handed a funding boost from Stafford Borough Council to help them expand their business.
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Stafford Railway Station project has the Wright team on the job
The contractor who will be undertaking improvements on the approach and entrance to Stafford Railway Station has been announced.
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