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A lack of available accommodation may have been a factor in Darren Docherty's suicide, an inquiry finds.
Hockey gold medallist Imran Sherwani has died at the age of 63 following an Alzheimer's diagnosis.
Olympic bronze medallist Frazer Clarke has been in the gym every day to prepare for his title bout.
From a velvet suit worn by a Led Zep star to a teenager's major musical debut, did you see the news?
Police look into alleged "inappropriate behaviour" by Edward Phillips-Smith between 1993 and 2008.
With the holidays approaching, a range of free and budget-friendly activities are on offer.
The site's annual winter lights trail will return from 5 December and includes new installations.
Sharuyan Sasikumar was doing 82mph seconds before losing control of his car, say police.
Former Great Britain hockey player Imran Sherwani, part of the Seoul 1988 gold medal-winning team, dies at the age of 63.
A council is accused of not being transparent about the reasons for improving the car park.
The sudden death of the man, who was discovered on Friday morning, is being treated as unexplained.
Neil Crittenden is set to take on the role of chief executive at Derbyshire County Council.
A motorcyclist is believed to have suffered serious injuries in the crash on a dual carriageway.
Joanne Upton took on the Westportlake cafe with two friends in March.
Four adults and a boy, 16, were arrested over the death in Staffordshire on Wednesday night.
Council leader Simon Tagg says people living near Walleys Quarry need certainty over its future.
Frazer Clarke swore at Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva's team as tempers flared at a testy weigh-in for Saturday's British heavyweight title bout.
The homes will be built in Perton, south Staffordshire, and developers are seeking views.
Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent Steve Watkins officially opened the pet memorial garden.
Rob Barber will retire from the top job in Staffordshire next year after 29 years as a firefighter.
Congleton High School tells staff and parents that the plan is now for reopening on Monday.
Campaigners protested against the council's decision to shut the Prince of Wales Theatre in Cannock.
The boy, from Stafford, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday, police say.
Council planners say the 54 homes should get the go-ahead but there have been more than 150 objections.
The sessions have been given in partnership with knife crime prevention charity Owen's World.
Former Great Britain hockey player Imran Sherwani, part of the Seoul 1988 gold medal-winning team, dies at the age of 63.
League One strugglers Port Vale will carry on "fighting" to improve results following a meeting with senior players, says boss Darren Moore.
Crewe Alexandra's on-loan Stoke City striker Emre Tezgel is already proving to be a role model, says player development boss Kenny Lunt.
Robbie Campbell founder of Windrush Generation talks you through the festival.
A new T-Level course in ceramics to start at Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College.
Trish Brookes who damaged her spine in an accident prepares for her next challenge.
Steve Parker, chair of Crewe Football Club, on the new £1.4 million project.
Crewe Green Sunflowers have opened two fields for people to pick the sunflowers.
James and Lauren Marston got married in the entertainment complex where they dated a lot.
Anna Barton from Canalside Farm chats about how strawberry picking season is progressing.
Olympic double scull champion Anna Watkins is considering trying to become Britain's first single scull gold medallist in Rio.
The former Dundee United and Partick Thistle footballer Charlie Adam dies suddenly at the age of 50.
Everton's Marouane Fellaini apologises for headbutting Stoke City defender Ryan Shawcross in Saturday's 1-1 draw.
Kenwyne Jones scores his first goal in 28 Premier League games as Stoke draw with Everton at the Britannia Stadium.
On-loan Bradden Inman scores an 88th-minute winner for Crewe to extend Bury's winless streak to five matches.
Promotion challengers Cheltenham and Port Vale settle for a point as well as both retaining their top-three places.
Marc Richards' equaliser rescues a point for in-form Chesterfield at home to Burton Albion in League Two.
Previously undisputed king of darts Phil "The Power" Taylor faces a real battle to win a 16th world title
Former Nottingham Forest academy player Joshua Travis is remembered as having "incredible energy".
The 07:00 GMT train will only carry staff to London following a decision by the rail regulator.
Demonstrations were co-ordinated in cities including Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham.
Jacob from Merseyside has met Santa one last time after an "amazing" response to his mum's plea.
Solicitors say they are getting calls every day about the County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust.
The Albanian national was first deported after being convicted of drugs offences, Leeds Crown Court heard.
Donda Michaelas, from Bearsted, went on a date with Jenni Falconer in 1994 on the popular TV show.
Visitors to a Cotswolds hotspot are becoming "disillusioned" due to overcrowding, locals say.
Heather Allmond is sentenced for drink driving after getting behind the wheel of her car at a station.
Franklin Francis, 56, died in hospital two days after he was found unresponsive, police say.
Officers are questioning a 31-year-old man who was arrested at Manchester Airport on Thursday.
The display includes reindeer on the roof, huge glittering snowflakes and a Santa figure.
