Port Vale manager Darrell Clarke signs a new five-year contract to keep him at the League Two club until 2027.

Striker Mikael Mandron is to leave relegated Crewe Alexandra after deciding not to sign a new contract.

Jess Bailey says her family was ready to quit the dairy industry because of low milk prices.

Port Vale boss Darrell Clarke credits the club's support for giving him the strength to return from compassionate leave.

Donny Wrench said his daughter Eleanor crosses the road to visit the image every time they pass.

The fire at Stoke-on-Trent's Grade II listed St John the Evangelist in April began accidentally.

West Midlands Police say there has been a rise in the part being stolen from parked cars.

Diana Roberts, 79, and Paul PIttam, 71, died when their cars collided on the A518.

Nursing director Mark Docherty predicts West Midlands Ambulance Service could fail by 17 August.

Garage manager Stuart Bateman says thefts can see cars declared a write-off by insurance firms.

Port Vale chair Carol Shanahan says reaching the League Two play-off final is a fitting finale to an "emotional" season.

Three other people are taken to hospital, after the collision in the Tamworth area.

It is hoped 30 horse sculptures made from recycled plastic will bring shoppers to Burton-upon-Trent.

RMT members vote in favour of strike action across Network Rail and 13 train operating companies.

A man is being questioned by police after the victim, in his 40s, dies.

People banned from protesting outside will not continue their fight over fears they would lose.

Three piles of rubbish are being sifted through for evidence after blocking roads in Staffordshire.

Crewe Alexandra's Wales Under-19 defender Zac Williams signs a new undisclosed-length contract with the relegated League One club.

The plan would see the number of councillors on Cannock Chase District Council cut from 41 to 36.

One dog died and another was put to sleep after they developed illnesses over a five-month period.