Eddie Hall crowned the World's Strongest Man in Botswana

May 28, 2017, 8:28 am

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Eddie Hall can now introduce himself as the strongest man on the planet after winning the World's Strongest Man tournament in Botswana.The Beast, from Clayton, made history after becoming the first Briton to win the competition since Gary Taylor back in 1993.Eddie came out on top in the squat lift, Viking press and deadlift rounds on his way to winning the finals ahead of Iceland's Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, who finished second, and four-time winner Brian Shaw, from...

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Police close the A500 after man on bridge

May 28, 2017, 10:36 pm

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A main city centre road was closed this morning due to a 'police incident.'The A500 was closed in both directions between Glebe Street and Station Road in Stoke after police received reports of a man on a bridge.Read more: Drug user smuggled banned items into prison - in her knickersA spokesman for Staffordshire Police said: "We received the initial call at 5.59 this morning to say there was a man on the bridge and another call shortly afterwards from the ambulance service."The A52...

Dispute with the neighbours? Here's what you can do legally

May 29, 2017, 1:54 am

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With the warmer weather on its way, now is the time you will be thinking about lazy days in the garden. Maybe a BBQ or a relaxing afternoon reading a book on your sun lounger?It all sounds wonderful - but what happens when you have a dispute with a neighbour? says the Liverpool Echo. What if a neighbour's tree is growing across onto your property and is blocking out the sunlight, or the fence between your two gardens needs mending?Here is the answers, according to solicitor Hannah Parson from...

Speed camera set on fire on Knutsford Road in Church Lawton

May 29, 2017, 2:28 am

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Firefighters were called out after a speed camera was set on fire in the middle of the night.A fire engine from Crewe was called to the blaze, on Knutsford Road in Church Lawton, shortly before midnight and crews used a hose reel jet to extinguish the flames.A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they had been called to the scene at 11.53pm on Sunday.He said: "Firefighters used a hose reel jet to put out a fire involving a speed camera on Knutsford Road, Church...

Former Blue Peter presenter, John Noakes, dies after battle with...

May 29, 2017, 3:16 am

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The face of Blue Peter - John Noakes - has died aged 83.Family friend Wendy Downes told Mail Online: "John Noakes, died peacefully on Sunday morning May 28."He had endured and suffered from Alzheimer's over recent years and whilst he will be greatly missed by his wife, family and many friends his release from continuing ill health must be counted as a blessing.Read more: Dispute with the neighbours? Here's what you can do legally'His many escapades with his faithful companion Shep,...

Audley dad, 46, banned from roads after refusing to do a breath...

May 29, 2017, 3:26 am

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Concerned dad Steven Critchley has been banned from the roads for refusing to be breathalysed.The 46-year-old got behind the wheel to drive to his daughter's house because she was having problems with her ex-partner.But police attended the address and smelt alcohol on the defendant and requested a test which he declined. Now the defendant, of Audley Street, Newcastle, has been banned from driving for 36 months after pleading guilty to refusing to provide a specimen for analysis. Read more:...

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May 29, 2017, 3:31 am

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JCB worker Daniel Cotterill was caught drink-driving after going out for a meal.Magistrates heard the 25-year-old was stopped by police in Tunstall Road, Knypersley, earlier this month. Cotterill, of Congleton Road, Biddulph, gave a reading of 54 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. The legal limit is 35. Read more: Homeless man jailed after waving wood at club doormenRobert Glenn, mitigating, said: "On the day he had been for some food and had two pints with his meal, then...

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May 29, 2017, 3:36 am

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Tyre-fitter Sean Lindop crashed into a pregnant woman's car – while over the drink-drive limit.Now the 27-year-old faces losing his job after being handed a 15-month ban from the roads. Magistrates at North Staffordshire Justice Centre heard Lindop was travelling to Alton Towers on May 5 to collect his girlfriend from work when he hit another vehicle in Ashbourne Road, Cheadle.Read more: JCB worker caught drink-driving after going out for a mealSteve Knowles, prosecuting, said: "The...

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Biker, 26, crashed while taking friend for a ride in Silverdale...

May 29, 2017, 3:42 am

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Joiner Philip Bennett was found to be over the drug-driving limit when he crashed his motorbike.Magistrates at North Staffordshire Justice Centre heard the 26-year-old lost control of the bike while taking a friend for a ride in Silverdale.Prosecutor Steve Knowles said: "Two police officers attended a road traffic collision in Albert Street."On arrival an officer could smell cannabis on Mr Bennett. A sample was requested and Mr Bennett said, 'I have had cannabis'."While he was...

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May 29, 2017, 3:51 am

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Drinker Paul Whittaker ended up in court – after taking a selfie on top of a police car.The 23-year-old 'thought it would be funny' to pose on top of the marked vehicle while on a night out in Leek town centre.But he was arrested for causing criminal damage after his stunt left a dent in the car's roof.Magistrates at North Staffordshire Justice Centre head police then found he was in possession of cannabis.Read more: Drink-driving tyre-fitter, 27, crashed into pregnant woman's car on way...

Recovering drug addict, 51, caught with TEN bottles of methadone...

May 29, 2017, 3:59 am

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Recovering drug addict Carl Ashton has been fined after police seized 10 bottles of methadone from his flat.Magistrates at North Staffordshire Justice System heard officers raided the 51-year-old's Penkhull home on January 5.Prosecutor Steve Knowles said: "A warrant was executed at Mr Ashton's flat and as a result a number of bottles of methadone – a total of 4.7 litres – were seized."The manager at Lloyds Pharmacy confirmed he should not be in possession of the items...

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May 29, 2017, 4:00 am

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Police closed a road after a car overturned near a fishing pool.The one-vehicle crash partially blocked Millhayes Road, in Knypersley, from 8am yesterday.The road - which is a rat-run between Brindley Ford and Knypersley - was completely closed for 40 minutes to allow for the overturned blue Volvo to be towed away.Read more: Police close the A500 after reports of man on bridgeNow Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses following the crash.A police spokesman said: "The Volvo ended...

WW1: "I did wish to live for my dear mother's sake"

May 29, 2017, 5:08 am

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Dying Marine Albert Prince's only concern was for his mother, back home at Burslem. Richard Ault recounts the last moments of the 19-year-old ex-miner, who had been shot trying to save a comrade... As the day faded the life slowly drained out of the mortally wounded soldier lying on a stretcher sheltered from the heat of the Gallipoli sun. Reverend Charles W. G. Moore knew there was nothing to be done for the 19-year-old Royal Marine, who had been shot in the gut. So he sat with him,...

Calling all job-seekers! Vodafone, Autonet and the NHS are...

May 29, 2017, 5:37 am

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More than 40 companies will be recruiting at a careers event taking place this week.Mobile phone company Vodafone and Burslem insurance firm Autonet will join Francesco's hair salons and the Armed Forces at the event, which is taking place at One Smithfield, in Hanley, on Wednesday (31st).Other organisations which will be showcasing their vacancies on the day include the NHS, Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Stoke City Football Club as well as local colleges and universities. Read more: Looking...

Can you help police find missing man John?

May 29, 2017, 6:16 am

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Police are appealing for help in tracing missing pensioner John Preece.The 75-year-old was last seen in Penkridge on Thursday, but is believed to have been in the mid-Wales and Shropshire areas since.His car has been in Claverly, close to the south Staffordshire border. Read more: A50 blocked due to overturned car A Staffordshire Police spokesman said: "We are increasingly concerned about John's welfare as he is believed to be in the early stages of dementia. We want to hear from anyone who...

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A50 blocked due to overturned car

May 29, 2017, 6:26 am

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An overturned car has blocked part of the A50 in both directions.Emergency services were called to the incident, which involved just one car, near the Blythe Bridge roundabout just before 2pm.One lane on each carriageway is currently closed while recovery work is carried out.A Staffordshire Police spokesman said initially only minor injuries have been reported from the scene.Read more: Cabbie feared for his life when passenger held knife to his neck

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May 29, 2017, 8:03 am

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Eight villagers who have together given more than 400 years of service to organising a traditional event have been recognised for their tireless commitment.Alan Williamson, Ken Marshall, Warwick Thomas, John Bagguley, Alick Brown and John Pickford were honoured during a service at the 173rd anniversary of the Endon Well Dressing.And they paid tribute to the other two members – Fred Williamson and Geoff Perkin – who died in 2014 and January this year respectively.A special...

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May 29, 2017, 9:04 am

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The funeral is due to take place tomorrow of a former council leader who championed Stoke-on-Trent on two different local authorities.Flags will be flown at half-mast in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire as Bill Austin is laid to rest following his death at the age of 90.And dignitaries, families and friends will pay their final respects at a service to celebrate his life at Carmountside Crematorium from 11am.Read more: Former Staffordshire County Council leader Bill Austin dies aged 90Mr Austin,...

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May 29, 2017, 9:11 am

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Women campaigning against pension inequality have called on the support of Labour election candidates.Local members of the Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) had a meeting with shadow minister for home affairs Carolyn Harris and Labour candidate Paul Farrelly in Newcastle today (May 29).Waspi say that around 3.5 million women around the country have been affected by the decision to increase the age at which women can claim the state pension from 60 to 66. Campaigners argue that...

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May 29, 2017, 9:22 am

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Sentinel readers have hailed Eddie Hall as a 'true Potteries hero' after he was crowned the World's Strongest Man in Botswana yesterday. The Beast, from Clayton, made history as he became only the fourth Briton to win the competition and the first since Gary Taylor's success in 1993. Eddie, 29, who finished ahead of Iceland's Hafthor Bjornsson and four-time winner Brian Shaw, of the United States, has since declared he will retire from competing in Strongman events. Read more: Reveller, 23,...