A long-term plan has been updated to reflect Staffordshire’s latest transport priorities and put community needs and choice first.

Thousands of children and young people across Staffordshire can now book their place for free festive fun and exciting activities this winter, thanks to the county council’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.

People interested in providing stability and independence for a young person leaving care are being encouraged to become a supported lodgings host.

Families, staff and volunteers came together at the new Staffordshire History Centre to celebrate one year since it opened its doors.

Health chiefs in the NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board say only half of people aged over 65 have had the free vaccine so far, meaning nearly 76,000 are currently missing out.

Parents are being encouraged to warn teenagers of the health risks from vaping – as suspected laced vapes are believed to be being circulated in the county.

A family-run attraction in South Staffordshire has halved its electricity bills after installing solar panels with support from a county council support programme.

People in Staffordshire who care for children who are not their own under private fostering arrangements are being reminded that support is available.

A Stafford resident has shared how Staffordshire County Council’s Community Learning Service gave her back her confidence.

As Bonfire Night approaches, Staffordshire County Council is urging residents to take extra care before lighting up because bonfire piles can look like five-star hotels to hedgehogs.