County Council crews are getting on with numerous repairs and improvements with the following works due to take place: Brook Street, Leek | June 2026 Stanley Road, Stockton Brook | June 2026 Beresford Lane, Hulme End | June 2026 Buxton Road, Flash | July 2026 Major Cellarhead Junction Improvements has moved to the next phase To make sure this next phase of the project can be completed safely, the A52 Kingsley Road will remain closed until Sunday 21 June, with a signed diversi

Severn Trent is rolling out thousands of water butts in areas most impacted by surface water drainage issues to help reduce flooding, ease pressure on sewers, and protect the environment. By capturing and storing rainwater, the initiative helps prevent sewer spills and supports healthier rivers. It forms part of Severn Trent’s wider £450 million investment to improve river health. Find out More here: https://www.stwater.co.uk/wonderful-on-tap/save-water/water-butts-checker/ A

We may not have the weather we'd like, but we still have a wonderful event happening in the town today. Much better to don a big coat, grab your brolly, and enjoy some of England's finest rain than look mournfully at the weather from your window or spend your day doomscrolling. If you venture into town today you can: See a full-sized Spitfire replica on the market square - just like the one local people purchased for the war effort. Pick up a copy of the souvenir news of the

We're delighted to welcome our new town mayor and look forward to bringing you the news on all that's ahead for our town in the coming months. Quite a few residents and police have aired their concerns about youngsters, often with their faces covered, riding fast electric scooters and bikes unsafely and dangerously around the area, so we've given this quite a bit of space this month in the hope that we can all work together so that everyone can stay safe. Well dressings are a

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On Friday, 29th of May, our editor spotted the new food waste bins being delivered to local residents in Cheadle. So if you've not received yours yet, they are on their way, as Cllr Charlotte Atkins, Cabinet Member for Services, said last month: “To help people prepare, we’ll be issuing food waste caddies to all households from mid-May, which will include full details of what the changes mean and what people need to do. The opt-in garden waste collection subscription scheme w

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No Reply on Cheadle in Doom Assets Letter Councillor Bentley asked if a reply had been received to the important letter sent to SMDC last month. He had proposed at last month's meeting that the clerk write to SMDC to ask for the four main assets of the town as well as the costings of running them. The council had authorized this request. The Town Clerk's response was that she has not had a reply. You can see below a copy of the actual letter that was sent and note the differe

Update: 22.5.26 COGNEWS spoke with Aaron, manager of the Valero petrol station at The Green, Cheadle, and he told us that although the licensing agreement has not changed, the alcohol sold in the shop will not be replaced, and that the new operators of the shop will not supply alcohol in the future. Hopefully, this will be the end of the antisocial drinking problem that has been happening at The Green in the past. A resident near the petrol station told COGNEWS that there is

Updated 19th May 2026 Monday, 18th of May, saw Cheadle Town Council meet for their annual parish assembly and extraordinary full council meeting to elect this year's town mayor, deputy mayor, and committee leads. New Mayor Cllr Phil Routledge & Deputy Mayor Cllr Jase Jervis with clerks Cllr Philip Routledge is this year's incoming mayor, with Cllr Jase Jervis becoming the Deputy. Councillors voted overwhelmingly against the tradition of electing the deputy mayor into the role

Warning: This article contains distressing content. This isn't a local story, but one that needs to serve as a cautionary tale for local people regarding the use of e-bikes and e-scooters. Scooter seized by Staffordshire Moorlands Police recently without consequences to the rider. May 2025 saw a Sunderland teenager, Billy Stokoe, 18, make a choice that would change the course not only of his own life but that of an entire family forever. Billy was known to ride his e-bike dan

It was announced on social media last week that after 28 years of operation, the Leek-based charity, Home-Start Staffordshire Moorlands, will close on 30th June. A great example of the type of work Home-Start provided Home-Start is a local charity that provides free, confidential support to families with at least one child under five in the Staffordshire Moorlands district, including Cheadle. The help offered via local staff and volunteers includes providing early help, home-

Early detection saves lives. Many serious conditions start with silent symptoms, including: Hypertension (high blood pressure) Heart health issues Early indicators linked to cancer risks Weight‑related conditions such as diabetes Smoking‑related health problems The Smart Symptoms Roadshows are happening throughout the Moorlands in the coming weeks. Anyone can pop along to the event - and it's completely free. This roadshow also aims to help reduce health inequalities by

Wednesday, the 13th of May 2026 saw Cllr. Linda Malyon take on the role of Chairman at SMDC, with Cllr. Lyn Swindlehurst taking on the role of vice chairman. Outgoing chairman, Cllr Adam Parks, spoke of his "human sleeping pill" leadership strategy. By starting each meeting with a long speech, a calm atmosphere was created, which helped manage the difficult topics that have dominated this year of planning change. He also shared his experiences from his last two days in office

COGNEWS has been informed that work on the new health and wellbeing centre in Brough Park, Leek is now entering the final phase ahead of the summer re-opening. Cllrs. Gledhill & M. Swindlehurst outside the new leisure centre in Leek. Staffordshire Moorlands District Council is leading the project to expand and modernise the centre and develop the external area to encourage people to be active in a less formal setting. Much of the interior work is now complete, and the upgr

We're excited to announce that the May edition of COGNEWS Monthly is now available. It's still advert-free, and with a bumper 28 pages this month, there is something to interest everyone. If you wish to obtain a printed copy, you can find it at: A & C Stores - Froghall Road Cheadle Bargain Booze - High Street Cheadle Cheadle Library - High Street Cheadle Fresh Produce Cheadle - Tape Street (Access via Tape Street Car Park) Post Office - 3 Shopping Centre (Tape Street Car Par

HOSTING COGBOXES are a unique way to connect your visitor spaces, shops & staff rooms to printed and digital news. Hosting a COGBOX encourages visitors into your space, helps us with distribution, and keeps your staff better informed too. You'll receive a listing on the COG sponsor/distribution page with a link to your website and address if you are open to the public. COGBOX spaces are limited, so book early to secure yours. Boxes cost just £25, and this includes your first

If you are heading out with friends and drinking outdoors, please don’t light fires or use disposable BBQs in woods, parks, or grassy areas. When you’ve been drinking, it’s easier to lose control or underestimate the risk. Dry grass and leaves catch light fast and fires can spread in seconds — putting you, your friends, wildlife, and nearby homes in danger. What starts as a laugh can quickly turn into a serious emergency. Don’t take the risk. Stick to safe spaces and leave fi

Last November, ten of the UK’s leading experts briefed an invited audience of over 1,200 politicians and leaders from business, culture, faith, sport and the media. The briefing set out the implications of climate and nature breakdown for health, food systems, national security and the economy. Now a 45-minute film will take the message into communities across the UK from this April. Screenings in village halls, cinemas, faith spaces and workplaces will bring constituents, ci

Staffordshire Police are to hold a special day to give anyone who would like to attend a behind the scenes glimpse of the work they do every day to keep communities across Staffordshire safe. The open day will take place from 11am to 4pm on Saturday 13 June at Staffordshire County Showground on Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 0BD. Entry and onsite parking are free, and they promise something for everyone, whether you’re looking for free activities for the kids, or if you have