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Looking for some inspiration to shift a few pounds? Yesterday we brought you the incredible story of Jo Hughes. The mum-of-four had always struggled with her weight – but losing nine stone inspired her partner to take on the same challenge.Full-time mum Jo, from Norton, joined Slimming World at the nearby St John's Methodist Church in October 2014, after a failed attempt more than five years ago. After a year and a half she went from 20st 1lb to 10st 13lb – a loss of 9st 2lb.Now we...

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Tributes paid to popular JCB worker: 'Andy Cooper was the most...

April 5, 2016, 8:56 am

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BOSSES at digger giant JCB have paid tribute to an 'extremely popular' 39-year-old who was killed after his car collided with a tree. And heartbroken relatives of Andrew Cooper, of Newcastle, have also spoken of their grief after the fatal crash. The father-of-three was discovered by a passing motorist at about 9.40am on Thursday following the incident on Hollington Road in Rocester.Andrew had worked at JCB for the last 14 years and prior to his death he was a supervisor in the production...

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April 5, 2016, 8:59 am

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A man narrowly escaped a potentially fatal chip-pan fire this morning.The man was rescued by firefighters after a blaze broke out in his upstairs flat on Ford Street, in Silverdale, at 00.15am.They were alerted to the fire after his neighbour heard a smoke alarm and called 999. Firefighters from Newcastle and Hanley found the man in his heavily smoke-logged kitchen and rescued him.Paramedics treated the man, who was suffering from smoke inhalation, before transporting him to Royal Stoke...

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April 5, 2016, 9:47 am

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Are you feeling lucky? The EuroMillions lottery for Tuesday, April 5, 2016, will reveal an estimated jackpot of £37 million.The winning numbers are 3, 5, 9, 19, and 40. The lucky stars are 2 and 5.Let's hope you're a winner!Here are some other articles you might be interested in:Lottery Results: Winning numbers for Saturday, March 26, 2016EuroMillions Lottery Results: Friday, March 25, 2016EuroMillions Lottery Results: Winning numbers for Tuesday, March 15, 2016Health Lottery Results:...

81 per cent of people agree #stokeisnojoke!

April 5, 2016, 10:06 am

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The results are in for our poll to prove that #stokeisnojoke.234 people voted after Comedian Jason Manford spoke out about the virtues of our city.Here are the results:Yes, I love it – 81 per centNo, I hate it! – 19 per centJason has now inspired more people to take to our Facebook page to say why they think Stoke-on-Trent is so great.Netherlight Author Dan Weatherer, from Meir Park, said: "I shout. I always will. I'll work harder to catch more ears but the message shall stay...

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April 5, 2016, 11:37 am

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VANDALS have trashed a room used by a charity to support children recovering from domestic abuse.Toys and soft furnishings have been left ruined after being covered with shattered glass.The damage was caused after a brick was hurled through a window at Savana's charity base in Hanley over the weekend. Now volunteers are appealing for any donations – including toys, pillows and rugs, storage units and cash – to help replace their damaged and unusable items.The vandal attack happened...

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April 5, 2016, 1:00 pm

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DISNEY branded children's food on sale in Asda superstores is being recalled for safety reasons. Trading Standards has issued a warning over three Annabel Karmel snacks over concerns they may be contaminated. The products are only those sold at Asda. The three affected items are: Annabel Karmel / Disney Tasty Thai Mini Bakes 20g (price 50p BB date 03/11/2016) Annabel Karmel / Disney Kool Korma Mini Bakes 20g; (price 50p BB 03/11/2016) Annabel Karmel / Disney Strawberry & Vanilla Mini...

TRAVEL: Significant delays at Manchester Airport

April 5, 2016, 1:17 pm

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Flights in and out of Manchester airport have been 'significantly' reduced because of a technical issue.Passengers are being urged to check live flight information following an issue with the airport's Electronic Flight Progress Strip System.The system is used to manage the safe movement of aircraft on taxiways, runways and in the immediate airspace surrounding the airport.Airport bosses say they are are experiencing delays for both arriving and departing aircraft.Engineers are currently working...

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BREAKING NEWS: Busy road blocked after two-car collision

April 5, 2016, 1:27 pm

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A busy road is blocked due to a two car collision.The A34 inbound, towards Newcastle, is blocked due to the crash near Clayton Lane and the Orange Tree pub.Fire crews, including a fire engine from Longton, are currently at the scene.The crash is believed to have happened at around 8.30pm this evening.We do not have details on the condition of the two vehicle's occupants at this time.Here are some other articles you might be interested in:Tributes paid to popular JCB worker: 'Andy Cooper was the...

Sentinel LiveNews Wednesday April 6 2016

April 5, 2016, 9:24 pm

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Live News and Travel information for North Staffordshire and South Cheshire.

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April 6, 2016, 10:25 am

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This morning we brought you the sad news that 16-month-old Bronwyn Taylor, of Basford, had died after getting caught in a window blind.Now the public have been paying tribute to the youngster.Here are some of the heartfelt things that have been said on our Facebook page:Ann Wardle said: "So, so tragic. I am writing this with tears in my eyes as I know exactly what the family are going through. The very same happened to my gorgeous 18-month-old granddaughter Tianna last June. Rest in peace...

Sentinel Live News Thursday April 7 2016

April 6, 2016, 9:32 pm

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Welcome to the Sentinel's Live News feed for Thursday April 7 2016. Sentinel Journalist Tom Burnett here, providing you with the latest breaking news and travel information from Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire and South Cheshire.

Nursery's tribute to 'beautiful' toddler Bronwyn Taylor

April 6, 2016, 10:00 pm

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NURSERY staff have paid tribute to a toddler who died after becoming entangled in a blind.Sixteen-month-old Bronwyn Taylor was today described as a 'beautiful girl' following the tragedy.The tot, from Basford, had been playing at her grandparents' Fegg Hayes home on Saturday when the accident happened.Bronwyn – who had attended Southlands Creche in Wolstanton for a month – was rushed to the Royal Stoke University Hospital but nothing could be done to save her life.Tragedy as little...

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April 6, 2016, 10:00 pm

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FOLLOWING the tragic death of little Bronwyn Taylor, experts across the country are warning parents and carers to ensure their homes are fully child-proof. The 16-month-old toddler lost her life last Saturday after she became entangled in the metal cord of the blinds at her grandparents' home. Bronwyn's grieving parents Matthew and Cathy Taylor have also issued the same warning to others in the hope accidents such as this do not happen again. Figures from the Royal Society for the...

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April 6, 2016, 10:00 pm

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BOOMING online gambling firm bet365 has revealed UK expansion plans – as the Stoke-on-Trent company confirms its long-term commitment to the Potteries.Up to 70 IT jobs are being created by bet365 to work in a new Manchester office from next month. The expansion comes as the firm is set to open a new £30 million HQ for its 2,500 staff at Etruria within weeks.But company officials have admitted the firm needs to open offices outside the Potteries to meet its demand for staff. Now...

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Worker stole £12k of TK Maxx stock in warehouse

April 6, 2016, 10:00 pm

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THIEF Adrian Vermaak stole £12,500 worth of goods from a TK Maxx warehouse where he worked.The 30-year-old smuggled some items out in his bag but left others outside near skips and a gravel bin and collected them later.All staff were challenged but the defendant came clean after the manager said he would not call the police if the culprit owned up.But Vermaak carried on stealing goods and was arrested. Items stolen from the warehouse were found at his home.A few months later the defendant...

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April 6, 2016, 10:00 pm

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LITTLE Lucas Tatton was diagnosed with kidney cancer – just two days after his fourth birthday.The youngster had already undergone four courses of chemotherapy to shrink the 15 centimetre Wilm's Tumour, before it was removed – together with his kidney – at Birmingham Children's Hospital.And now he faces six months of chemotherapy and two weeks of radiotherapy as he continues his fight against the disease.Mum Katie Tatton, aged 29, from Leek, said: "Two weeks after the...

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April 6, 2016, 10:00 pm

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CUSTOMERS will now be able to get their Big Macs and Happy Meals much quicker – after self-service tills were installed at McDonald's as part of a major revamp. The fast food giant has carried out a five-week refurbishment at its branch at Springfield Retail Park in Trent Vale. Now the expanded restaurant boasts a new lay-out and a wide range of technological features aimed at giving customers a quicker and easier dining experience. And customers returned yesterday to check out the...

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April 6, 2016, 10:39 pm

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A main road is closed due to a 'police incident'. Cheshire Police closed off a section of the A5020 University Way, Crewe, just before half past six this morning. The road is closed between Weston Road and Crewe Green Road, with traffic in the area reportedly moving very slowly. More information as we get it. Traffic Update; A5020 University Way, Crewe Full closure between Weston Road and Crewe Green Road. — Cheshire Police (@cheshirepolice) April 7, 2016 Here are...

Douglas Macmillan Hospice 5k attracts hundreds of entrants

April 6, 2016, 11:51 pm

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HUNDREDS of people have already signed up for one of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's biggest fund-raisers of the year.They are taking part in this month's Dougie Mac 5k which will see fund-raisers complete a run, fun run or walk around the Wedgwood Estate.More than 400 people have already signed up for the April 17 event, with online pre-registration finishing tomorrow.But fund-raisers will still be able to enter on the day to support the Blurton-based hospice.This year's entrants include...