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Works to Pye Green crossroads in Cannock due to begin
Pye Green Road crossroads in Cannock to close for six weeks from 1 September for £550,000 resurfacing and ironworks repairs. Temporary traffic lights…
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Cabinet approves plans for refurbishment of Cotswold Road Play Area
Cannock Chase Council has approved a major refurbishment of Cotswold Road Play Area in Hednesford, funded by £143,520 in developer contributions. Work…
Today in Cannock — 21 August
Today in Cannock: Bus hits car then crashes through shop window, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Newly appointed Pride in Place Chair asks residents to have their say on proposed boundary extension
Cannock Chase District Council launches consultation on expanding the Pride in Place funding boundary in Chadsmoor, with £20m available for community…
Shops reminded about temporary ban of disposable barbecues
Staffordshire Trading Standards has reminded retailers to remove disposable barbecues from shelves due to wildfire risk during hot, dry weather.
Today in Cannock — 14 August
Today in Cannock: Free school uniform market saves families an estimated £120,000, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Under threat theatre in Cannock may be saved
Cannock Chase District Council will decide whether to refurbish the Prince of Wales Theatre or demolish it as part of town centre regeneration plans.
Chase Leisure Centre Opens New Reformer Studio
Chase Leisure Centre has opened a new Reformer studio with 20 machines, as part of a £2.8 million overhaul of leisure facilities in Cannock Chase.
Today in Cannock — 8 August
Today in Cannock: Why has the West Midlands had so many fires?, plus 4 more local stories with links to the full coverage.
Cannock Chase Council Wins RTPI Planning Award
Cannock Chase Council has won Planning Authority of the Year at the RTPI West Midlands Awards, securing a place in the national finals in December.
Two Major Fires on Cannock Chase in One Week
Staffordshire County Council warns visitors after two significant wildfires on Cannock Chase. A disposable barbecue caused a football pitch-sized fire…
Today in Cannock — 6 August
Today in Cannock: 15 crews responding to large fire on Cannock Chase, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Chase Road Closed After Wildfire at Cannock Chase
Chase Road through Cannock Chase Country Park closed temporarily after firefighters tackled a large wildfire started by a disposable barbecue on 30 July.
Seven Cannock Chase Athletes Join Sporting Champions Scheme
Seven young athletes from Cannock Chase have been accepted onto Everyone Active's Sporting Champions scheme, gaining free access to leisure facilities…
Heath Week 2026: Hednesford Hills Guided Walks
Heath Week returns 27 July–2 August with free guided walks at Hednesford Hills SSSI. Book your place now to explore Cannock Chase heathlands.
Cannock Chase Love Parks Week 2026: Free Events
Cannock Chase Council supports Love Parks Week from 24 July to 2 August with free activities including bee walks and nature events across the district.
Today in Cannock — 17 July
Today in Cannock: Match Preview: Hednesford Town vs Moors (Pre-Season Friendly), plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Cannock Chase to join south Staffordshire council in April 2028
Cannock Chase is in the planned south Staffordshire council area. New councils are expected in April 2028; current services continue as normal.
Six Cannock Parks Retain Green Flag Award Status
Cannock Chase Council's six parks and green spaces have retained their Green Flag Awards for 2026/27, with Castle Ring also achieving Green Heritage Site…
Cannock Chase Can Kids Club Summer Festival Returns
Six weeks of free summer activities return to Cannock Chase for families, including arts, crafts, sports and nature projects at locations across the…