POV: Bernie's Story As a reporter for COGNEWS, I come across many people who, through no fault of their own, spend the Christmas and New Year season on their own. This may be due to the loss of a partner or having gone through the breakup of a relationship. The feeling of isolation can be quite painful, especially after a Christmas spent with relatives. In this modern world, we don’t have the social connections we once had, and certainly in Cheadle isolation can be quite seve

On Saturday, 10th January, another theft occurred in a Cheadle shop. This time at Fresh Produce, a popular fruit, veg, and plant store on the Tape Street car park. We were told that a man looked around the trees and plants, then pulled up a face mask and ran away with a potted bay tree. CCTV footage shows him almost tripping over a step. The staff have posted the incident on Facebook because they had a Christmas tree stolen a few weeks ago, and posting the incident on Faceboo

With temperatures low and wet or snowy weather continuing, falling on ice is a major concern for many of us. We've seen a lot of talk about which way is best to walk, and with new NHS advice, we're asking the question: which way is better? On a recent visit into town to deliver our new publication, Pocket COG, the only safe option was to walk. Our discussions at COG are long and varied, generally pleasant, and on this day, we found ourselves discussing the new NHS advice to w

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Free 28 January 2026 10am – 1pm Foxlowe Arts Centre - ST13 6AD Rural businesses in the Staffordshire Moorlands can access funding, expert advice, and practical support at a newly announced workshop this month. In partnership with Staffordshire County Council, Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce are bringing together programmes, advice and expert guidance that rural businesses in the Staffordshire Moorlands can use to grow.  Businesses looking to expand, diversify or start a new

Staffordshire Chamber have announced this year's Business Awards- an excellent way to get your business seen, establish trust and credibility and make some new business friends along the way. This year's has a twist - this year, after the trophies are handed out, the celebrations will continue at the Chamber's first AFTER PARTY - a late-night celebration, where winners, finalists and sponsors can hit the dance floor to celebrate success and end the evening in style. Expect

Cosy Crafters The Knit Network Winter Workshops Make do & Mend Workshops Quirky Potter Workshops To book in please email or text 07493 160410 All workshops take place at the Tudor House Building - Redeezine and Creative Cheadle on the High Street near to St Giles the Abbot Church. New faces are always welcome and the group hopes to see those who have been before return to crafting. Feel free to bring a friend. Updates will be issued with times and additional

If Staffordshire is known as the country's creative county, then Staffordshire Moorlands should be considered its crown jewel. This is not only because of the amazingly diverse range of art found throughout the moorlands but also due to the immense efforts of an organisation called Outside Arts. You may already know them; if not, your path will have crossed at some point with some element of their work. They provide funding, training, and every other kind of support imaginabl

Local PCSOs have confirmed that Cheadle Police Station is open for policing purposes and is a place the public can attend if they have been a victim of crime, if they have reported something and expressed that they would rather have a meeting at the police station than at their own home or at the location of the crime. It is also used by local officers in their duties. It's a busy place; they are well-staffed and well-equipped. They don't have a front desk that is open to the

1. If you need to drive somewhere Icy, wintry weather can cause delays and make driving conditions dangerous, follow these few simple steps to prepare before journeys: Plan your route. Check for delays and road closures. Leave more time to prepare and check your car before setting off. Check wipers, tyres and screen wash. Pack essentials in your car (warm clothing, food, drink, blanket, torch). Take a fully charged mobile phone. Pack an in-car charger. 2. Driving safely on i

Yesterday, local police confirmed a rise in crime over the past month in and around the Cheadle area, particularly involving shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Several known individuals are involved, and active investigations are underway. Some criminals are coming from the city and are linked to these local offenders. PCSO Adrian Walters informed attendees at last night's town council meeting that they believe the activity has decreased since Christmas, noting that this

We're delighted to announce that we've added a new weekly print publication called Pocket COG to our growing communications family. We aim for this to provide a fast & lovable version of good-to-knows for Moorlands residents, visitors, and communities in a pocket-sized format. Please let us know what you'd like to see in coming issues and if you'd like to secure your copy for you or a family member - here's the link to tell us what you need: https://www.cheadlecog.com/contact

Why Walking? Path Blockers Where to Begin Walking Q & A Cheadle Walks Many of us use the start of a new year to review things we'd like to change, and taking a little time to reflect on the last year and how we might improve our lives can be greatly beneficial. We might want to lose weight, increase exercise, reduce spending, or spend less time doomscrolling. Whatever our plans, something as simple as taking a brisk walk outside can help support our resolutions.

Part 1 Live from SMDC chambers March 2025 - the start of the devolution discussions. Major changes are set to go ahead with local government over the next two years (LRG & Devolution). We've asked right from the start what this means for South Moorlands. You can see our previous articles by searching "devolution" from the search bar at cheadlecog.com . Over the coming months, we'll continue to keep you up to date with changes and challenges as they emerge. Here's what we know

Wanted at Cheadle Food Bank. Here is the list of food bank shortages for this week and we thank you for your continuing support.

Some species in Staffordshire may look healthy today, but without connected habitats, they face a silent decline. These 'living dead' species survive in isolated patches of woodland, wetland, or grassland, unable to sustain viable populations long term. Why it matters Fragmented landscapes mean fewer chances for wildlife to thrive. The Local Nature Recovery Strategy aims to reverse this by restoring and linking habitats across Staffordshire. Tim Hill, Conservation Manager wit

A lot has happened across Staffordshire's woodlands, heathlands, and heritage sites this year – and Staffordshire's countryside team has been at the heart of it. Their hard work helps protect rare wildlife, care for our landscapes, and preserve Staffordshire’s rich history. Thanks to them, our countryside remains a beautiful and vibrant place for everyone to enjoy. Here are just some of the highlights from this year:  2,390 trees planted  Around 97,500 trees surveyed  10,904

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Looking for something to do between Christmas and New Year? The Staffordshire History Centre has events and activities for all ages - no booking required.  Christmas Opening Times Tuesday 23 December Open 10am to 4pm Wednesday 24 December Open 10am to 1pm Thursday 25 December Closed Friday 26 December Closed Saturday 27 December Open 10am to 4pm Tuesday 30 December Open 10am to 4pm Wednesday 31 December Open 10am to 4pm Thursday 1 January Closed   Friday 2 January Open 10am