30th June 13.04 From Staffordshire Police: You may be aware that a fire had taken hold on the Park on Park Drive in Cheadle yesterday evening. At this time this fire is being treated as a possible Arson and we are asking if anyone has any CCTV in the area of Park Drive, Monkhouse, Hall Orchard, Prince George Street, Friars Close, Park Lane or anywhere that is close to these locations, that may show anyone running from the location/acting suspiciously, or anything else susp

Regular Activities What's On Things to Do Each section is in date order. If you have something to add please send it to cognewsstaffs@gmail.com. Please note: We can only publish detail with the consent of the event organiser and all images/artwork must be their own. What's on in July Cheadle Flower Club Wednesday 15th July, 7.30pm The Oakley Room, Guild Hall, Cheadle A ‘Let’s get Crafty’ evening. Everyone can be assured of a warm and friendly welcome. If you require any furt

If your child is planning to travel to school in September by car, bus, walking or cycling, the Staffordshire Safer Roads Partnership (SSRP) has developed guidance to help you prepare them over the summer for their new journey. During this stage of their development as road users, children can find themselves at greater risk as they start to travel more independently. Parents and carers play a crucial role in helping children develop their knowledge, skills, attitudes and b

Report Fraud are warning businesses about ransomware attacks and how to report them, as new figures reveal 323 companies were targeted last year, equating to more than 26 attacks each month. Data from Report Fraud reveals that 323 organisations reported a ransomware attack between April 2025 and March 2026. Of the reports received, more than 50 per cent were from Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) (175 reports). Ransomware remains one of the biggest threats to businesses and

Provisional Met Office statistics show that June 2026 was England’s warmest June on record for average mean temperature, while the UK and Wales recorded their second warmest June in a series dating back to 1884. Spring this year was the warmest on record for England and Wales, and the third warmest for the UK, due in part to an exceptionally early and record-breaking heatwave at the end of May. According to the Met Office. England's Warmest June On Record Predicted

Saturday 22nd August 2026 10am – 4pm Cheadle Community Library 15a—17 High Street, Cheadle Free Event The Programme Join author and illustrator Matt Buckingham for a fun, creative character‑drawing activity. Matt will share how he develops his own characters and offer plenty of tips and tricks to help you design imaginative creations that might even spark story ideas of your own.” Multi-award winning Caricaturist Andy Gilbert has a wealth of experience in the Live On-The – Sp

"You've been Cogged!" is a peek into someone else's world, hearing their stories, appreciating the work they do and their life too. Alorah, our You've Been Cogged! writer, met with Philip Lee, magistrate, Rotarian, and Secretary to the Farmers Union. Here's what Philip had to say. Describe yourself in three words: Caring, considerate, thoughtful. Are you a member of any groups? Yes, over the years I've belonged to many groups. At the moment, I’m a member of The Cheadle Rotary

Wednesday 19th August 10am-12pm Blythe bridge library Come and join us for a talk about dyslexia and dyscalculia, followed by question and answer and chance to meet people from dyslexia Association, find out best resources and sources of support. To book a free place please follow this link https://www.trybooking.com/uk/GRMD Or email kerri.marsh@staffs.nhs.uk Dyslexia and dyscalculia Talk by Dyslexia Association

Monday, 20th of July, saw the women of Cheadle and the surrounding areas gather at the Guild Hall to find out more about a process that happens to all women and is not generally talked about much in public. Menopause is the natural biological process for women where menstrual periods cease permanently because of a decrease in reproductive hormones. It is often misunderstood, downplayed, and the brunt of many poor jokes. It is also important that women—the gender responsible f

22.7. 26 This week new Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that no bus fare is to cost more than two pounds. In rural areas such a Staffs Moorlands you often need to catch two or more for shortish journeys either because the service is remote or the busses just don't travel the way you need them to go. Will he look closer at rural areas to provide not only fair prices but a service which would encourage more people back on the busses? 21.7.26 County Councillor Gary Bentley

This weekend (August 9th-12th), the Cheadle Carnival Committee hosted a fantastic event for the town. Previous Cheadle Carnivals have been a source of pride and admiration for recent generations, and this weekend's event was equally impressive. The festival kicked off with a Dancefest event on the evening of the 9th and a parade through the town at 12 noon on Saturday, leading to the opening of a wealth of attractions as the parade made its way to Tean Road Recreation Ground

Yesterday, Sunday 19th of July, Greyhounds, Golden Oldies and Friends (GGO & Friends) opened their doors for their big fundraising push of the year, and it was glorious. We went along with the Mayor and Mayoress of Cheadle to discover more about this remarkable charity. Sanctuary Lead Diane with the Lord Mayor, Lady Mayoress and new friends in the garden Hidden away in a private corner of Staffordshire Moorlands, GGO & Friends provides a permanent home for dogs and more. "We

Activities now online and more being added daily. Funded by Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire & Rescue and Crime Ben Adams, the Space summer programme brings together public, voluntary and private sector organisations to provide enjoyable, positive activities for young people. These activities aim to increase their skills, improve their health and wellbeing and create opportunities, while also aiming to reduce levels of anti-social behaviour during the school summe

As the school holidays start, Staffordshire Moorlands Family Hub announces two family fun days at Cheadle Academy: 24th of July and 21st August. The 21st of August is open more widely to the public. Both are HAF friendly events. The Staffordshire Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) offers free holiday activities and healthy meals for children and young people aged 5 to 16 who receive benefit-related free school meals. Eligible families will have received a HAF code

A few years ago, the arch had to be removed from Tean Road Recreation Ground following a lorry driving through the gates, causing significant damage to the entrance. The gates have been back in place for some time, but this week we spotted the arch. On Wednesday, 15th July, blacksmith Lee Trumbull brought the arch back to the recreation ground to test the fit. We are pleased to report it fits perfectly. The arch is now going to be shot blasted and then painted black with red

On 16 July 2026, the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Steve Reed OBE MP, wrote to the leaders of councils in Derbyshire, Devon, East Sussex, Gloucestershire, Hertfordshire, Kent, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire & Worcestershire. This much-anticipated letter reveals his decision on how local government reorganisation (LGR) would be implemented in these areas. Staffordshire and

Wednesday, 15th of July, saw members of the traveler community set up on Tean Road Recreation Ground. This is an area that is fully enclosed by fencing and has locked gates. Here's what Staffordshire Police have to say: On Pictured: Tean Road Recreation Ground Yesterday Evening (16th July) A number of the travelling community have set up on the Recreation ground on Tean Road. Police are currently working with the town and district council to resolve the situation and are mai

The Samaritans Charity is one of the oldest and best-known emotional support organisations for people in crisis in England, but what is being a Samaritans volunteer like? We spoke with one local Samaritans volunteer to hear their story. “I trained as a Samaritan during a very difficult time in my own life. I thought that by listening to others who were suffering, I would feel better. I did, and it was wonderful to realise that it was win-win; by helping others in their time o

Since publishing our article a few days ago, a few things have happened that we need to pass on to the public. Where We Are Now 17th July 2026 The picture below was sent to us by a local resident along with some important evidence regarding the management of this project. As you can see, children are already using the track on a nightly basis even though the security fencing remains in place. The builders will have seen tyre tracks each day and have not taken sufficient measu

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