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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. 

    Professional headshot of a bearded man wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with crossed arms against a neutral background.
    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

    Elegant bedroom with brass bed frame, cream pillows, fresh flowers, and natural window light
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    The Tawny invests £3.5m into family-focused cottages

    Luxury hotel The Tawny has invested more than £3.5 million into expanding its family offering by converting five historic farm buildings into bespoke self-catering cottages.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    13 April 2026
    Two people standing indoors wearing branded hoodies, one black and one yellow, smiling at camera.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Stoke-on-Trent retail concept expands south with new Tunbridge Wells store 

    An award-winning retail concept founded in Stoke-on-Trent has expanded into the South East, bringing dozens of independent makers together under one roof in Tunbridge Wells. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    13 April 2026
    Two men holding certificates and awards at formal recognition ceremonies at different times.
    Education and Training/News

    Brothers compete for same award as apprentices honoured

    An electrical training provider’s awards ceremony turned into a battle between brothers when two siblings went up against each other for the same accolade.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    13 April 2026
    Modern mixed-use courtyard with cascading green vegetation, red structural beams, and ground-level gathering spaces.
    News

    Image gives first look inside car park-to-homes project

    Social impact developer Capial&Centric has offered at first look at how the internal spaces of a residential development being created from a former multi-storey car park will come together.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    13 April 2026
    Woman in safety vest holding hard hat stands outside Roaring Meg pub building.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    £300k pub makeover sets stage for new operator’s lifelong dream  

    A well-known Staffordshire Moorlands pub has closed for a £300,000 overhaul with a new operator preparing to take the reins. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    10 April 2026
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    Guest Articles/Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Alison Ranwell: How we built an Italian deli on a shoestring 

    Alison Ranwell is preparing to celebrate the first birthday of her Italian deli Mangia Mangia. From opening on a tiny budget, the Lichfield business has gone on to win – and be nominated for – a host of awards. 

    Here, Alison talks about the journey so far with the hope of inspiring other small businesses

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    by Hayley Johnson
    10 April 2026
    Knitted pink cathedral display with miniature figures and decorative elements inside glass case.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Knitted tribute to wartime Britain comes to Lichfield Cathedral with Longest Yarn 2

    An 80-metre community-crafted textile installation depicting life in wartime Britain will go on display at Lichfield Cathedral next month.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    10 April 2026
    Aerial view of large industrial warehouse with white roof and parked vehicles in lot.
    News

    £3.4m acquisition marks Sandyford’s entry into the West Midlands 

    Sandyford Properties has reached a key milestone with its first West Midlands acquisition, strengthening its presence beyond Staffordshire and Cheshire as it expands across the Midlands and North West. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    9 April 2026
    Historic brick pub "Nags Head" with ivy-covered facade, hanging baskets, and flowering planters.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Punch Pubs expands portfolio with eight-pub deal 

    Punch Pubs & Co has acquired another eight venues. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    8 April 2026
    People enjoying drinks at an indoor bar or restaurant with warm evening lighting visible through windows.
    News

    New hospitality collective aims to put Staffordshire on the map 

    A new industry-led initiative designed to raise the profile of Staffordshire’s drinks scene has been launched by a Stoke-on-Trent cocktail bar. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    7 April 2026
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    Seven-figure upgrade programme launched by Bradford Estates

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    European platform acquires Tamworth IT provider

    Five professionals standing in front of industry training banners in an indoor office setting.

    Stoke-on-Trent firms strike Middle East training deal

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    Green economy leadership bootcamp to launch this summer 

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    Cannock designer to star in BBC’s Interior Design Masters 

    Two men standing in a brick corridor with large windows and natural light.

    Paul Austen Associates expands with acquisition of AP Accountancy 

    Construction workers in safety vests and hard hats pose with Capital&Centric banner at building site.

    ‘UK-first’ development reaches major milestone

    Two women present at a Staffordshire County Council event supporting care leavers into employment.

    Businesses invited to support care leavers into employment 

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