Cheadle Discovery Group has launched their exciting new project entitled WW2 Spirit and the “Hope of Cheadle.” Ivan Wozniak, trustee of Cheadle Discovery Group, said, "It has taken over a year to develop our project and includes many distinct elements and several community partners, including Cheadle Historical Society and the Cheadle Methodist Church." The recent launch event at Wellspring Methodist Church "The project focuses on researching and presenting life in Cheadle du

31,000 people completed the recent Staffordshire Smart Alert mobile phone theft survey, they'll be using this information to improve their mobile phone resources. If you need advice on what you can do to protect your data and phone, or what to do in the event that your phone is stolen do Check out their  mobile phone theft pages .  Who is most at risk?  Data shows that younger people, especially those aged 15 to 39, are more likely to be victims of phone theft and that women

Like many local residents, we are puzzled by the secrecy surrounding developments in our town. The most recent example is the work on the Tape Street Short Stay Car Park, which is currently undergoing a five-week development program. Local residents and businesses have neither been informed nor consulted, and it appears that, as of the full town council meeting on Monday, October 3rd, the Town Council has also not been informed of the details of the work or involved in the pl

Local Staffordshire cuisine features the humble oatcake. You'll find them in supermarkets, specialty oatcake shops, cafes and you can even make your own. This modest brown oat patty offers an excellent substitute for sliced bread, wraps, and other similar items. You can roll, fold, or even make a calzone. Best enjoyed warm, this typically savoury treat can also be served sweet and is a versatile base for nearly any filling you can think of. Traditionally, Staffordshire folk o

November's issue of the Staffordshire Smart Alert Magazine features an article that might assist those struggling with plumbing issues caused by rogue plumbers. These issues can cause expensive damage, leaks, and even contamination, affecting both the enjoyment and, in some cases, the value of your home. The article, created by WaterSafe, the national register for approved plumbers, offers simple, friendly advice to help you avoid rogue plumbers and choose a qualified profess

Lyn Smith reported to COGNEWS that in their latest church building inspection, St. Giles the Abbot Church, the surveyor noticed that the cement mortar was spalling. What's happening is the cement is flaking and falling away from the building, leaving gaps which will enable water to get between the stone. The reason behind this is that the builder who completed the last repair work made the all-too-common mistake of using cement instead of lime mortar. The cost of repair to th

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Safety advice for those who are planning to celebrate If you’re going trick or treating, make sure to go in a group or with a responsible adult and only visit areas that are well lit, don’t take shortcuts through gardens, alleyways or parks Only visit houses that are decorated and don’t knock if there is a sign saying ‘no trick or treat here’ If you’re wearing a mask, ensure that you can see where you’re going and are aware of your surroundings Be aware of the law surrounding

Please note that Cheadle Library is managed locally and is not included in the group. Libraries have always been at the heart of our communities, but how can they become vibrant, welcoming community hubs? Staffordshire County Council is inviting residents to help shape the future of libraries across Staffordshire. Many libraries across Staffordshire already offer much more than core library services - such as creative workshops, youth programmes, arts and music events and mor

As colder mornings set in, many of us are tempted to leave the car running to defrost while we stay warm indoors — but doing so makes your vehicle an easy target for thieves. Every winter, cars are stolen across Staffordshire in this way, a crime known as “frost-jacking.” Please remember: Never leave your vehicle running and unattended — even for a moment. Stay with your car while it defrosts; it only takes seconds for a thief to drive away. Always keep your vehicle locked an

Friday 31st October 2025. 7pm Starting at the Red Lion in the Market Square (walk takes approx an hour) Join Home-Start for a guided ghost walk around Leek Adults £10 each (Kids are FREE) Tickets are strictly limited (it sold out last year) With the kind assistance of Bill Cawley & Leek Town Council Home-Start are again happy to announce a special funding raising ghost walk around Leek for Home-Start Staffordshire Moorlands To book your tickets contact Leek Town Council:..

Tuesday 11th November 2025 6.30pm for food at 7.00pm Spice Merchant, Cross Street Mill, Leek, ST13 6BL Join Home-Start Staffordshire Moorlands for a special fundraising meal Menu includes poppadom’s & chutney / mixed starter / selection of traditional curry dishes with rice or naan (vegetarian & vegan options available). £20 per adult / £15 per child (under 12s) - (£10 per adult & £5 per child going to Home-Start SM). Tickets MUST be pre-booked by phoning: 01538 387231 / t

During a recent visit to Cecilly Brook Nature Reserve in Cheadle, South Moorlands, unlike my many previous visits where I looked for water voles, bats, and moths or enjoyed a lovely walk through nature, this time I did something different. I took a look at a very special game they have there, called the Predator Prey Racing Labyrinth. It's an area of natural descent, but has been set up in a certain order so that people (mostly children) can race against each other. It's a ra

It can be really tricky to find things to do at the weekend. We sometimes realise that our weekend consists of nothing but chores...

National Grid will be starting a programme of work to improve Leek’s electricity infrastructure at the end of this month. The first element of these essential works will start at High Street car park on Monday 27 October and will be finished by Wednesday 5 November. The car park will need to be closed whilst the work takes place. Councillor Charlotte Atkins, Cabinet Member for Services at the District Council, said: “National Grid need to carry out these works to support Leek

A bicycle has been stolen outside of ASDA on Ashbourne Road in Cheadle on Saturday the 18th of October 2025. The bicycle is described as a blue and silver Excalibur 7 and was stolen at approx. 11am   The thief is described as wearing a blue jumper and has a camo bag with them.    If you have any information in relation to this theft please contact Staffordshire Police on 101, through our online chat on the front page of out website Home | Staffordshire Police  or through our

A green Land Rover Evoque was broken into in the Birchwood Grove area of Cheadle at approx. 4am on 20/10/2025. Male was seen to try a number of car doors before braking into the vehicle and stealing a number of items.    Male was described as being tall and wearing a light coloured hooded sweat shirt.    If you have any information or CCTV in relation to this incident please contact Staffordshire Police on 101, through our online chat facility on the front page of our website