As we enter the new year, Staffordshire’s Environment and Countryside Service reflect on their remarkable achievements of 2024, from protecting rare wildlife to preserving the county’s rich history.

Staffordshire’s successful small enterprises are being celebrated this Small Business Saturday (7 December).

A small catering business has achieved significant growth, doubling its workshop space thanks to the supportive and flexible environment provided at Newcastle Enterprise Centre.

The £1.6 million carriageway reconstruction project on Coton Lane is progressing rapidly as part of a major highways improvement scheme.

Thousands of children and young people will be able to enjoy a range of exciting activities this festive period as part of Staffordshire’s Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme.

Extensive road improvements have begun in Cheadle this week, thanks to highways investment in the area.

Shire Hall Business Centre in Stafford has become a hotspot for professional and digital businesses, with all office spaces now fully occupied.

Private foster carers reminded of help and support available

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent will showcase what makes the county and city together a great place to invest and do business at a national event next spring.

Disposing of used Halloween pumpkins in country parks is more of a trick than a treat for wildlife.