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C'Fest Canal Festival Returns to Gnosall This July

Gnosall's much-loved Canal Festival is back on 17-19 July, celebrating the heritage of the Shropshire Union Canal with boats, music, markets and more.

May 15, 2026 Read full story

Crime

Counterfeit notes discovered circulating in Gnosall

Staffordshire Police have issued an alert for Gnosall residents and businesses after £20 notes have been circulating in Gnosall.

May 15, 2026

Announcements

Gnosall commuters advised of M6 chaos near Stafford

Two separate crashes on the M6 northbound near Stafford have shut lanes and caused severe delays for drivers.

May 14, 2026

News

Train services between Stafford and Wolverhampton restored

Rail passengers travelling through Stafford faced significant disruption on Wednesday evening after overhead electric wires were damaged on the line.

May 14, 2026

Crime

Appeal for Information – Theft of Mobile Sheep Yard

Stafford Borough Police are appealing for information following the theft of a mobile sheep yard from Little Onn Lane, Little Onn, ST20 0AU.

May 13, 2026

Take action for your mental health this week

This week (11-17 May) is Mental Health Awareness Week, with this year's theme focused on taking action to support your own and others' mental wellbeing.

May 11, 2026

Fire service urges residents to prevent outdoor fires

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue is calling on residents to help prevent outdoor fires after a dramatic rise in incidents last year.

May 10, 2026

Rare Staffordshire figures unseen for 60 years head to auction

A remarkable collection of Staffordshire pottery figures, many not seen on the market for 60 years, is heading to auction at Hansons Auctioneers in two upcoming sales.

May 9, 2026

New Staffordshire fire chief vows to save more lives than ever

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service has a new leader, with Glynn Luznyj taking over as Chief Fire Officer in June, pledging to make communities safer than ever.

May 9, 2026

Trains back on track after Staffordshire freight derailment

Rail services in Staffordshire have resumed after a freight train derailment caused significant disruption and damage to the line earlier this week.

May 9, 2026

Staffordshire County Show Returns This Summer

The Staffordshire County Show is back, offering a packed day out for all ages with animals, food, shopping, and spectacular main ring action.

May 7, 2026

Gnosall councillor named new Mayor of Stafford Borough

Councillor Mark Winnington, who represents Gnosall and Woodseaves, has been named as the new Mayor of Stafford Borough.

May 7, 2026

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Halloween and Bonfire Night safety tips from Staffordshire Fire & Rescue

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking residents to celebrate Halloween and Bonfire Night safely as firefighters prepare for one of their busiest periods of the year.

Oct 27, 2026

Announcements

Reform leader steps down at Staffordshire County Council

Martin Murray has resigned as leader of Staffordshire County Council after just seven months, with deputy Hayley Coles stepping up to take charge.

Oct 27, 2026

Local Politics

Meet your local police team at Stafford surgery this Sunday

Staffordshire Police are holding a drop-in surgery at Grosvenor Centre Car Park in Stafford this Sunday, 1 November, from 10:30am to noon.

Oct 26, 2026

Announcements

A new Noel for Christmas

Get into the festive spirit with Gnosall Singers, who invite you to a wonderful evening of Christmas carols, seasonal songs and a few musical surprises.

Oct 24, 2026

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