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Hayley Johnson

Senior journalist with over 15 years’ experience writing for customers and audiences all over the world. Previous work has included everything from breaking news for national newspapers to complex business stories, in-depth human-interest features and celebrity interviews - and most things in between.

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    7 February 2024
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Sweet! New waffle and dessert restaurant set to open in Leek 

    A Leek couple who used to run a popular Mexican restaurant are preparing to open a waffle and dessert venue in their hometown. 

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    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Exclusive: Chef Tom Shepherd reveals £1m expansion with new bar and holiday lets

    Michelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd has unveiled £1 million expansion plans to launch a cocktail bar and holiday accommodation in Lichfield.

    17 April 2026

    Opening date for new Greek eatery announced

    Health & Wellbeing/News

    The opening date for a much-anticipated new Greek bakery-come-taverna has been set.

    Spudman: Traders reaping the benefits of Tamworth baked potato seller going viral 

    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Traders in Tamworth have welcomed a surge in footfall and increase in business thanks to the success of the town’s social media sensation and

    Guest Articles/News

    Armed Forces Week: Jane Shepherd on why employers should support the military community

    In Armed Forces Week, Jane Shepherd - a director of North Staffordshire-based Shepherd PR, and a RAF Reserves Media Operations Officer - gives an insight into how the Staffordshire business community can take the step to support the military community.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    24 June 2026
    News

    Lock Stock enters Staffordshire market with new self-storage site 

    Fast-growing storage container company Lock Stock Self Storage has invested around £200,000 into its first site in Staffordshire. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    23 June 2026
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Luxury wine cellar firm eyes global growth after buy-out

    A luxury wine cellar specialist is targeting international growth after completing a management buy-out supported by a £2.3 million funding package.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    22 June 2026
    Education and Training/News

    STEM champion to lead City of Stoke Sixth Form College 

    The City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College has appointed an experienced leader with a track record of championing STEM education as its new principal.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    22 June 2026
    Financial/News

    Early-stage businesses encouraged to apply for Mo Chaudry’s £5m investment scheme

    Early-stage businesses across Staffordshire are being invited to apply for a £5 million Dragons’ Den-style scheme after entrepreneur Mo Chaudry refined its focus to target companies ready for growth.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    22 June 2026
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Dog owner’s heartbreak inspires new indoor playpark in Stoke-on-Trent 

    The death of a beloved pet has inspired a dog lover to open a new indoor play park designed to give pooches a safe space to exercise. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    19 June 2026
    Guest Articles/Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Has fine dining had its day? By chef-owner George Lowe

    George Lowe is chef-owner of the award-winning Lowe’s on Carter Street in Uttoxeter. Since starting out in a village pub aged 15, his career has taken him from Michelin-starred restaurants to Cape Town, where he worked as a private chef for high-net-worth clients and helped launch restaurants. He has also

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    by Hayley Johnson
    19 June 2026
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    UK’s first official hobbit festival brings Tolkien’s Middle-earth to life at Weston Park

    The UK’s first official hobbit festival is coming to a popular venue on the Staffordshire-Shropshire border later this year.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    19 June 2026
    News

    The Hubb Foundation calls on local firms to step up for Potters ‘Arf

    Kind-hearted local businesspeople are needed to join a team of Stoke-on-Trent charity employees planning to walk the Potters ‘Arf Marathon in aid of The Hubb Foundation.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    19 June 2026
    News/Transport

    Businesses urged to back campaign for direct Manchester Airport rail link

    Staffordshire businesses are being urged to support a campaign calling for a direct rail service between Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester Airport.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    18 June 2026
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