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Task force to tackle city's monkey dust problem

MP Allison Gardner says the group will look at creating a more co-ordinated response to the issue.

The front entrance to Swann House in Stoke-on-Trent - a four-storey building divided into three sections. The middle section, where the entrance is, is of a circular shape.

Inquest fails to determine cause of baby's death

An open conclusion is recorded at the inquest into the death of 10-week-old Phoebe-Rose Douglas.

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Rail chaos continues after overhead line damage

Network Rail warns of more cancellations because "complex repairs" are taking longer than expected.

A large black barrier and red gate is erected in front of The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery. The arm of a digger can be seen behind the barrier.

City's archives to reopen amid £5m museum revamp

The service is due to reopen in May as work continues at the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery.

A newly-made blue vase with a pattern of trees on it has been set on a table. A woman with blonde hair and glasses can be seen sitting down and painting in the background.

Ceramics jobs at risk without support, MPs say

The Commons hears that factories and kilns could close due to a lack of support with energy bills.

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Man raped woman and threatened to run her over

Jacob Leslie Simock admits committing multiple offences against two women in Staffordshire.

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'An eye injury led to me making pinball machines'

Andy Dowler says he was an electrician until needing a new career after he was blinded in one eye.

A man with short brown hair, a beard, tattoos on his arms and neck, and wearing a brown shirt, leans on a barrier. Behind him is an artwork depicting Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Army veteran sets up mental health coffee clubs

Connor Postles says he felt isolated after leaving the Army and now wants to help others.

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Teen jailed after killing youngster in hit-and-run

Harley Hough, 17, is sentenced after he admitted causing the death of Alex Woodward.

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