Woman killed in Storm Doris was from Stafford
Remains found in well confirmed as missing tourist
Labour wins Stoke Central by-election
'Explosion' blows windows out of house
Updates on Friday 24 February 2017
Lee Thomas
Newsreader, BBC Radio Stoke
Port Vale chairman Norman Smurthwaite says the club, its security firm and police are continuing to investigate disorder at Vale Park at the weekend.
Image source, John ThomsonFour arrests were made on Saturday and six people injured during the home game against Bristol Rovers.
Lee Thomas
Newsreader, BBC Radio Stoke
A 36-year-old man is in a critical condition after he was found on the doorstep of a house in Etruria on Saturday night with injuries to his face and body.
Officers were called to an address in Kimberley Road just before 22:30 on Saturday 18 February by paramedics already at the scene.
Image source, GoogleA 30-year-old man from Newcastle has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, and bailed as investigations continue.
The latest fly-tipping incident saw 110 fridges dumped in a street.
Read MoreThe owners of the large straw Peter Rabbit sculpture which burnt down near Nantwich say they've been overwhelmed by the support of local people.
The landmark, at Snugbury's on the A51, was burnt down at the start of this month in a suspected arson attack.
Police say they've yet to make any arrests.
Work to re-build the sculpture is going to start next month.
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BBC Radio Stoke Sport
Port Vale's Chris Eagles says the club have given him another chance in the game.
The former Burnley player took time out after his partner gave birth to a stillborn baby boy.
He made his first start in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bristol Rovers.
Quote MessageThe last two years of my life have been really difficult because of things away from football. I'm now rebuilding my name and hopefully [Vale] will give me the game time I need."
Chris Eagles, Port Vale midfielder
Chris Quevatre
BBC News Online
Business owners in Stafford are calling on a Jersey company to open up a car park it owns in the city.
Investment company Triple Jersey Limited took over the car park and empty retail units in Kingsmead last August, after a deal, which would have seen a supermarket open on the site, fell through.
Local businesses say they are losing money as customers don't have anywhere to park.
Amy Walsh, who owns a cafe in the area, said she was considering closing her business.
Quote MessageIn a conversation with staff three weeks ago I said 'we're going to have to look at closing on a temporary basis at the end of February and maybe relaunch'."
Amy Walsh, Cafe owner
Since then, Mrs Walsh has decided to keep her cafe open after winning an award which she says has raised awareness of the business.
Triple Jersey Limited says it's working through the legal processes to get the site open, and is in regular contact with the local council.
Emma Thomas
Political reporter, BBC Radio Stoke
The Green Party candidate in the Stoke-on-Trent Central by-election says public services in the city need to be protected from the potential effects of Brexit.
Adam Colclough was part of a debate organised by the BBC today.
Quote MessageThe agreement being put forward by the government will damage public services, and it'll diminish already seriously reduced workers' rights."
Adam Colclough, Green Party candidate in the Stoke-on-Trent Central by election
A full list of all the candidates is available here
Kamran Sabir Hussain is accused of encouraging his congregation to support so-called Islamic State.
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Jack Dowling
Journalist, BBC Radio Stoke
Hanley Park's multimillion-pound refurbishment is on track.
The Heritage Lottery Fund's given the park £6m to do the work, which includes the Victorian Pavilion, boat house and two canal bridges.
Quote MessageWe've already done the tree work on site, that's meant about 350 trees being moved or taken out, and now we're starting the perimeter works."
Roger Everett, Manager of Hanley Park
Figures unearthed by an investigation into emergency care provision, have shown just how devastating losing the A&E department at Queen's Hospital could be, if potential plans to downgrade the unit, get the go-ahead, external.
The NHS is the most important issue in the upcoming by election in Stoke-on-Trent Central, according to the Liberal Democrat candidate.
Dr Zulifqar Ali made the comments as part of a BBC debate held in the city this morning.
Quote MessageI'm passionate about this city, I want my children to have better opportunities than the ones I had."
Dr Zulfiqar Ali, Liberal Democrat candidate in the Stoke-on-Trent Central by election
A full list of all the candidates is available here
An amber "be prepared" warning for strong winds has been issued for Thursday across the region.
It's in association with Storm Doris.
The Met Office says heavy rain is also likely, with some snow possible over high ground and gusts of 70 to 80mph for a short time.
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Lee Thomas
Newsreader, BBC Radio Stoke
A top hat belonging to Stoke-on-Trent potter William Moorcroft is up for auction today.
It's part of a lot from the personal collection of Moorcroft's grandson who still lives in the city.
Image source, Hanson's Auctioneers
Graham McGarry
Crewe Alexandra commentator, BBC Radio Stoke
Crewe Alexandra's manager David Artell has brought in a sports psychologist to help the team fight off relegation from League Two.
Alex players have been speaking with Jo Maher from Reaseheath College, during a sequence of results that's seen them pick up seven points from a possible nine.
Quote MessageA couple of the players have been to speak to her and found it really beneficial. She's going to be with us again for the next few games - hopefully saying the right things at the right time."
David Artell, Crewe Alexandra's manager
Emma Thomas
Political reporter, BBC Radio Stoke
Better employment is the key to ensuring Stoke-on-Trent's economic future, according to the Conservative candidate in Stoke-on-Trent Central's by-election.
Jack Brereton was involved in a debate organised by the BBC that took place in the city this morning.
Quote MessageIt's not just about more jobs, but better jobs, better skills, better pay, for local people."
Jack Brereton, Conservative candidate in the Stoke-on-Trent Central by-election
A full list of all the candidates is available here.
The officer had to be treated in hospital for injuries to his hand and arm.
Read MoreThe North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare trust had previously been rated as "requires improvement".
Read MoreEmma Thomas
Political reporter, BBC Radio Stoke
Labour's candidate in the Stoke-on-Trent Central by election says he wants to stop the city getting what he calls "a bad press".
Gareth Snell was part of a BBC debate held in the city this morning, along with the other candidates.
Quote MessageI want to be an ambassador for this city, too much of the media has focused on the problems in this city, and what we need to do now is flag up all the good stuff we have."
Gareth Snell, Labour candidate in the Stoke-on-Trent Central by election.
A full list of candidates is available here
Police are continuing to appeal for help to find the owner of a Staffordshire bull terrier that bit a young boy in the face in Stoke-on-Trent.
The four-year-old needed plastic surgery and could be scarred for life after he attacked by the loose dog while walking with family in Blurton.
Image source, Family photoDetectives say they're keen to hear from anyone who was near Tilehurst Place on Sunday 12 February.
