

The Mid-Staffordshire News Hub
Local news, stories and updates from across Mid-Staffordshire
Welcome to the news hub for Stafford, Stone, Penkridge, Rugeley and Eccleshall.
This is where you’ll find the latest local updates, community stories and in-depth features that matter to people who live and work here.
From planning decisions and roadworks to new businesses, community projects and the places that shape our towns, we focus on what’s happening locally and why it matters.
Why follow The Staffordshire Spotter?
We focus solely on Mid-Staffordshire. No national filler, just relevant local news and stories shared with local context.
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Local News & Updates
Timely updates and factual reporting from across Stafford and Mid Staffordshire. This includes new developments, planning updates, health announcements, transport changes, business openings and other news that affects daily life in the local area.


Spud Man to serve viral jacket potatoes at Rodbaston Animal Zone this weekend


Final phase of main road bridge improvements in Stafford to start next week


GO Outdoors closes in Stafford as town centre redevelopment moves forward


New route revealed for Stafford Half Marathon 2026


Parking fees in Stafford will not increase under new council proposals


Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock: what the closure has cost, what demolition plans say, and what tonight could mean


Free suicide awareness and prevention training available across Staffordshire
New “X-Ray at Home” service launches across North Staffordshire


Plans submitted to turn former NatWest bank in Stafford into adult education centre


Baswich Lane closure plans change following diversion route issues


New independent bakery set to open at Fletcher’s Garden Centre in Eccleshall


Claire’s enters administration – what it means for Stafford and nearby towns


Knit & Natter group launches “1000 Poppies for Remembrance” project in Sandon


SEND campaigners organise Staffordshire information evening on SEN reform


Stafford Rangers part ways with manager Neil Kitching as board appoints Graham Deakin


UHNM to Go Completely Smoke-Free Across All Sites from April 2026


Stafford Named One of UK’s Top "Housing Hotspots" for 2025 with 12% Growth


Demolition Kickstarts Vision for 900 Homes and Commercial Hub at Stafford Station Gateway
Stafford Borough Secures £1.2M in Developer Cash but Misses Housing Targets




