On Wednesday the 8th of November 2023 Stafford Samaritans are marking the 60th anniversary of when the branch started, with the launch of a recipe book which has been compiled with contributions from far and wide.

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• County comes together to #LightUpTheNight and remind people they’re not alone over Christmas

  People, businesses and community organisations throughout Staffordshire are encouraged to spread the word that support is available to those struggling during the festive period. Staffordshire County Council has once again partnered with Staffordshire Samaritans to light windows and buildings green across the county on Sunday 21 December, the longest night of the year.

• Trading Standards reveal their 12 fakes and frauds of Christmas

  Illegal vapes, dangerous counterfeit children’s toys and thousands of pounds of illicit cigarettes are amongst the items seized by Trading Standards officers in Staffordshire this year.

• Parcel thefts

  Parcel theft from doorsteps is a growing concern for many households. With the rise of online shopping, more packages are being delivered than ever before—making unattended parcels an easy target for opportunistic thieves.

• Safety priority in Stafford during Christmas party season

  Taxi marshals will be helping Christmas revellers get home safely during the festive period in Stafford.

• Protect yourself and our NHS with vital flu vaccine

  Following the critical incidents declared at the county’s hospitals, people in Staffordshire are being reminded to get their flu jab ahead of the Christmas break, along with the steps they can take to stay well and alternatives to visiting A&E.