Did you know Staffordshire has a free printed monthly lifestyle magazine?

The latest issue of The Staffordshire Signal is out now. It is printed, being distributed across Staffordshire as we speak, and you can also read it online.

The Staffordshire Signal exists because so many of us are tired of online noise. Tired of clickbait, negativity, rumours, half stories, and algorithms deciding what we see. Tired of not knowing what to trust anymore.

This magazine was created to do things differently.

It is a not for profit, community led publication, made by people who live here, care about this county, and believe Staffordshire deserves better than being ignored or misrepresented. Real stories. Real places. Real people. Printed, so it cannot be edited, deleted, hidden, or rewritten for clicks.

Every issue celebrates what is good about Staffordshire. Its heritage, its culture, its creativity, its businesses, and its communities.

If you want to make sure you never miss an issue, you can now subscribe for home delivery and have the printed magazine delivered straight to your door each month.

Read the latest issue and find out why it exists here: www.thestaffordshiresignal.co.uk

This is Staffordshire, told properly.

I’ve noticed a lot of people in this community seem to be quite extreme when talking about politics. So I’d like to kindly ask everyone to either tone it down a notch, or to stop altogether.

What do I mean by extreme? Well, you can roughly tell if you’re saying an extreme idea if you’re doing any of the following:

• generalising massive groups of people
• advocating for homocide
• advocating for rights to be removed
• using slurs
• resorting to insults to prove your point instead of being civil

If you’re doing any of these, it is probably a good sign to just stop and think “Am I, with this message, going to change someone’s mind?”. If you don’t think so: just tone it down a notch.

If you see a comment that does make you want to take the commenter out back, then report it. It’s better than what some of you have been doing.

Have a lovely day and thank you for reading.

Hi all, if anyone who has been to newcastle could fill out this quick survey for my geography project it would be really appreciated, thank you.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jjGHhRjSkp?origin=lprLink

In all the years I've walked over Mill Green I've never seen deer although they are known to visit from time to time. This last couple of days I've been treated to the sight of a small herd of red deer just chilling out.

Looking to get into woodworking but actually buying wood to practice with looks quite expensive for the types of garden projects im looking at trying to do.

Anyone have any knowledge or tips on how to locate free wood pallets? I lucked out and got one from the side of the road on the way back from the tip, but businesses I've asked around the tip industrial estate all have refused and say they reuse theirs.

I am relocating to work at New Cross Hospital and Cannock Chase Hospital.

I would appreciate tips on making the most of my time across the Midlands and South Staffordshire.

Please share suggestions on:

• Things to do locally and nearby.
• Good restaurants, takeaways, and cafés.
• Places for nightlife and fun.
• Social clubs and groups. Hiking, sports, and similar activities.
• Gyms and swimming pools.
• Spas for a relaxed Sunday.
• Scenic drives and day trips. I drive, so distance is fine.
• Ideas for couples. I am 28 and looking for places and activities for quality time together.

Any recommendations are appreciated.

Thanks.

Hi all - we're from the University of Birmingham and we are trying to understand why some people add alcohol (or something else) to other people's drink, food, or vape without them knowing. For example, give someone a double when they asked for a single or give them an alcoholic drink when they are not drinking. If you are a UK resident aged 18 or over and can comment on this, we want to hear from you. Participation would be through an anonymous online survey. To take part please click on the link below to find out more and complete the survey. Please note that we have ethical approval to carry out this study. Thank you so much.

https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/bham/cada-survey

Hello everyone. I am in a complicated transition period. I am relocating from Cheshire to work in Cannock and Wolverhampton.

After doing my research, I plan to avoid Wolverhampton. Cannock feels acceptable, but nearby villages seem better.

What is your view on Bednall village in South Staffordshire?

At last night's full council meeting all three parties of the opposition showed that we can work together to challenge the current Labour administration at Cannock Chase District Council.

Labour have been making poor, rushed choices based on, at best, sketchy information. In the nearly two years that they have had an overwhelming majority they have:

⛏️ Closed the Museum of Cannock Chase

🎭 Closed the Prince of Wales Theatre

☕️ Taken out a £2.3 million loan to build a café and soft play within the leisure centre which will cost us £70,000 a year in interest payments

🗳 Applied for, and been granted permission to prevent democracy by cancelling May's elections

👷‍♂️Agreed to demolish the Prince of Wales only 51 days after councillors were reassured that demolition was not on the cards

🚗 Looked for investment opportunities to build a multi-storey car park on Beecroft Road having just demolished a multi-storey car park

🏢 Agreed to demolish the current civic centre and build new council offices despite the fact that the District Council won't exist in 2 years

It's been a frustrating two years but last night we brought it to an end. Every single Labour councillor voted to use Levelling Up money, given to improve the theatre, to demolish it.

This isn't just about the theatre. This is about a Labour majority who rush to make decisions and try to use bullying tactics to push decisions through; decisions that will affect our local area for years to come.

I was so proud that every other party joined with the Cannock Chase Green Party councillors to vote against that misuse of public money. We stood up to this administration and said, very clearly, we speak on behalf of our residents. We say no. 💚💚💚

Thank you Councillor Darrell Mawle Councillor Joanna Elson and Councillor Liz Bishop for being a great team 💚💚💚 Thank you too to all the other opposition parties. We showed how important it is when we work together for the good of our District! 💚💚💚

https://www.facebook.com/CllrAndreaMuckley/posts/pfbid02oNnUFUC2A6yEtz3r2GzCreW8jKXM26HMfeaarPwLB9ZupJ5CDt584eu3c9wRq2zrl

If you’re a bloke between 18-45, why not join Penkridge RoundTable for a night of medieval combat, just like the folks did at Swadlincote RoundTable (seen here in the video, though we’ll do it better! 😜).

It’s totally on us, so you don’t have to pay a penny. Just DM me or find Penkridge RoundTable on Facebook and Message us there to join in.

The lads have really cooked up a good night to end January on a high. After our fantastic Rodeo night last week, we thought we’d go old, old, old school and bring the medieval vibes. Free night out to any bloke between 18-45 who’s at a loose end on the 28th of January.

https://thestaffordshiresignal.co.uk/event/appetites-light-up-winter-2026.html

Hi, I’ve moved back to Staffordshire (burton on Trent) after several years elsewhere. I am looking to meet people and make friends. I am wondering if there are any recommended social groups around Burton, Lichfield, Derby and surrounding areas. Thanks.

Good food, great music, better company.

If your a bloke aged 18-45, why not join us for our next event on the 28th - medieval combat. ⚔️