All news by author: Rob Andrews

The King's Church of England Academy in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, has defended its change to the uniform policy, saying it helps everyone feel "part of one community"

Two bin crews collecting refuse around Stoke-on-Trent were attacked by a gang armed with weapons including a sledgehammer as they collected bin bags around the city

The customer, who may be confused with another pub, had complained about everything from the food taking too long to arrive to a hair in the meal - despite the kitchen being closed on the day of the alleged visit

It comes as alarming figures show between January 1 and June 30 this year, there have been 128 cases of measles, compared to 54 cases in the whole of 2022, with 66% of the cases detected in London although cases have been seen in all regions

Doorbell camera footage captured the pet being suddenly pulled by its leash and then struck around the head during the horrifying incident in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

Devon Bentley is wanted by police in connection with suspected burglary offences - and he mocked the force online asking them for a reward if he handed himself in

The TripAdvisor user has vowed to never return to Mehek restaurant in Bottomhouse after claiming his chicken tikka was made from 'powder' - but bosses have hit back

Pupils and parents clashed with a headteacher over new rules at the Stoke-on-Trent school, as well as his "derogatory" remarks about false eyelashes - for which he later apologised

Crews recorded "no readings of any concern" and guests were later told that it was safe for them to re-enter, said Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service

Emergency services rushed to Tesco's Meir Park branch in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, on Friday, following reports of a mass brawl. Two people were injured and a 37-year-old man was arrested

Customers' gripes included waiting too long between courses, 'cold' soup, 'Yorkshire puddings that looked like pancakes', 'burnt' stuffing, and the kitchen shutting at 4pm which left diners without their puddings