• A scheme to resurface Worthington Way has completed on schedule.

• Work took place overnight to minimise disruption for residents, businesses and motorists.

• Crews coordinated work carefully with other local projects and utilities to ensure efficiency.

• Repair work starts this week on the collapsed wall in Wetley Rocks.
• Traffic lights will stay in place for 4–6 weeks during the works.
• The wall will be rebuilt and strengthened to make it more resilient.

• Foster families in Staffordshire were recognised for their work at an awards ceremony on Friday 22 May

• The Fostering Star Awards celebrates the commitment and positive impact of local carers

• The awards are hosted by the Staffordshire County Council Fostering Service

• Staffordshire County Council is taking the opportunity to thank its countryside volunteers during National Volunteers’ Week.

• Volunteers help visitors, assist with conservation work, and support a variety of wildlife projects.

• Last year saw a 30% rise in volunteers and SCC is encouraging more people to get involved.

• Scheme to install new zebra crossing on New Road in Tean begins Monday 1 June

• The £100k safety scheme will take 2 weeks to complete

• Road will be fully closed from 9 to 12 June

• Staffordshire County Council launches new campaign making public transport easier for those with disabilities

• Campaign raises awareness of barriers disabled people face and offers resources, such as Travel Assistance Cards to show to drivers

• Campaign runs until September 2026 and includes a dedicated webpage with resources

• Countryside visitors are urged not to touch or move fawns huddled alone in undergrowth.

• Deer mothers often leave their young hidden in long grass while they go off in search of food.

• People are also reminded not to feed any deer as it can lead to devastating consequences.

• The Staffy Trail launches ‘Get Moving’ week from 30 May, encouraging people to explore the trail by walking, running and cycling.

• New Strava routes across Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford and Tamworth make it easy to get active while discovering Staffordshire.

• Visitors are encouraged to stop off at local cafés and businesses along the way and make a day of it.

• Businesses getting free advice from Trading Standards at Staffordshire County Show

• Trading Standards officers have joined the Made in Staffordshire stand to speak with local producers and traders

• Staffordshire County Show takes place at County Showground on Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 May

• Trading Standards warns buyers of fake goods at car boot sales this bank holiday weekend

• Counterfeit items can be unsafe, such as clothes and makeup containing dangerous chemicals and poorly made electrical items posing a fire hazard

• Tips for avoiding fakes include being wary of very low prices and checking the quality of packaging