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Cannock Park Heritage Trail Opens July 20
Cannock Park launches three interactive heritage trails on 20 July with a free family event. Explore trees, audio stories, and local animations through the
Two Cannock Schools Win Bumblebee Awards
St Peter's Primary and Chancel Primary have won Gold and Silver awards for protecting bumblebees and pollinators through Cannock Chase District Council's s
Cannock Chase Council Housing Team Nominated for National Aw
Cannock Chase Council's Housing and Building Safety team has been shortlisted for Safety and Compliance Team of the Year at the ASCP Awards 2026.
Cannock Council Seeks Volunteers for £20m Investment Board
Cannock Chase Council is recruiting volunteers to lead a Neighbourhood Board deciding how £20 million in Government funding will be spent across West Chads
Classic Chuckie Egg Game Returns on Mobile
The 1980s arcade classic Chuckie Egg is back on smartphones and tablets. Cannock gamers can now relive the nostalgic favourite or discover it for the first
Name Cannock's Food Waste Wagons – Kids Competition
Cannock Chase Council launches competition for kids to name new food waste collection wagons. Submit ideas by 11 September for prizes and recognition.
HS2 Alternative Plans: Former Rail Minister Backs New Route
Former rail minister backs alternative HS2 plans with new Birmingham connection. Fresh hope for revised proposals affecting the region and Cannock.
Cannock Council Marks Armed Forces Week
Cannock Chase Council held a flag-raising ceremony to honour Armed Forces Week. Veteran Councillor John Parkes raised the flag outside the Civic Suite.
Dudley Pensioner Basketballers Head to Europe
Retired dentist Gordon Shovlin leads veteran basketball team into European competition. Cannock area pensioners prove age is no barrier to competitive spor
BBC Journalist's Skin Cancer Warning for Cannock
BBC journalist Laura May McMullan's skin cancer diagnosis reveals sun safety dangers. A stark warning for Cannock and Staffordshire residents about protect
Girl seriously injured in Cannock road accident
A girl has been seriously injured after being struck by a car in Cannock while crossing the road with a boy on Wednesday.
Cannock Forces Weekend: Military Trucks & Family Fun
Cannock forces weekend features military trucks on display, live music, poetry and children's crafts. A family day out celebrating military heritage.
Cannock Councillor Targeted by Deepfake Video Abuse
Cannock councillor Jill Salt speaks out against sexualised deepfake videos and misogynistic abuse on social media. Read her stark warning about online hara
Free Insect Story Walks in Cannock Parks June 2024
Cannock Council launches free family insect trails across four parks from June 22. Scan QR codes, learn bug facts, and win activity books.
Young People Transform Hednesford Park in Cannock
South Staffordshire College students have spent a year improving Hednesford Park in Cannock, planting trees, building bug hotels and clearing litter alongs
Cannock stalker jailed for 10,000 calls
Cannock stalker Zohaib Mehmood sentenced to two years in prison for bombarding victim with 10,000 calls in two months. Court cracks down on harassment.
Cannock's Oldest Birthday Honours Recipient Celebrated
Pat Knifton Hough from the Cannock area has been named the oldest Birthday Honours recipient this year, celebrating 57 years of theatre service.
Port Vale Shirt Sponsor: Robbie Williams Deal
Robbie Williams' RW brand to appear on Port Vale shirts for two seasons. Major sponsorship deal for the Cannock-area football club.
Cannock Benefits Support Scheme Secures £1m
Over 350 Cannock residents claimed £1m in benefits through council-funded support scheme. Citizens Advice helped with applications and appeals during cost
Cannock Chase Local Plan 2040 Officially Adopted
Cannock Chase Council approves its 16-year Local Plan. New homes, businesses and development mapped until 2040. Five-year housing supply secured.