2008

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Mon Sep 08 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service dealt with a number of flooding incidents over the weekend.|

Fri Sep 05 2008 - Firefighters were called to an incident at 6:35pm last night on Minard Parkhall in Weston Coyney. |

Fri Sep 05 2008 - Local Firefighters have returned to Staffordshire with 21 medals from the World Firefighter Games!|

Thu Sep 04 2008 - A Lichfield youngster was saved from life threatening injuries by remembering the stop drop and roll technique that he had learnt from Firefighters during a visit.|

Wed Sep 03 2008 - Firefighters are going to be cycling over 100 miles from Stafford Fire Station to Barmouth Fire Station in Wales to raise money for charity. |

Wed Sep 03 2008 - Firefighters attended a fire at Norton Aluminium Products, Norton Green Lane, Norton Canes yesterday evening. The emergency call was received at 17.46pm and crews from Chase Terrace, Cannock and Lichfield were initially sent to the incident. |

Tue Sep 02 2008 - The first call was received shortly before 4:30pm. Two crews from Newcastle and one from Longton attended the incident which involved two cars on the A519 Eccleshall Road in Beech.|

Mon Sep 01 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging Muslim communities to ensure they celebrate safely during Ramadan, a month long celebration that takes place from 2nd September until 1st October. During Ramadan Muslims refrain from food and drink during the hours of daylight.|

Fri Aug 29 2008 - Ashley Fire Station would like to welcome the local community on 2nd September to its open day!|

Fri Aug 29 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s “MORE For Less” campaign is blazing with over 1000 people requesting a free home fire risk check! |

Wed Aug 20 2008 - Crews were called to a road traffic collision at 11:25am this morning on the M54 westbound.|

Wed Aug 20 2008 - Firefighters at Chase Terrace have been presented with a water colour painting by a local artist.|

Tue Aug 19 2008 - Shortly before 6pm yesterday evening (Monday 18 August) a coach was travelling from Alton Towers towards Alton village along Station Road. It collided with two stationary vehicles, went through a brick wall and then dropped 10 to 15 feet down an embankment, landing on its side, in the garden of a nearby house. |

Mon Aug 18 2008 - A former student firefighter from Rugeley is to be rewarded for her continuing work with Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service.|

Mon Aug 18 2008 - Firefighters from Lichfield will be representing Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service in the British Extrication Challenge! |

Fri Aug 15 2008 - Kidsgrove Fire Station is throwing open its doors to the public on 6th September for a community fun day!|

Fri Aug 15 2008 - Midsummer Mayhem was had at Lyme Valley Recreation Park yesterday!|

Tue Aug 12 2008 - Firefighters were called to an incident at lunchtime yesterday at Hopleys Close in Tamworth.|

Tue Aug 12 2008 - Forget the Olympic Games this summer, Firefighters from across Staffordshire are going to compete in the World Firefighter Games!|

Tue Aug 12 2008 - Crews were called to an incident at 11:25am this morning at Harecastle disused railway tunnel in Kidsgrove.|

Mon Aug 11 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is making final preparations for this weekend’s V Festival. |

Mon Aug 11 2008 - Firefighters were called to a house fire shortly after 10:30pm last night. The incident involved a roof fire within a detached property on Summerfield Road, Bolehall in Tamworth.|

Fri Aug 08 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service will be attending ‘Stoke Pride 2008’ this Saturday. The event will start at 3pm and will be held at Hill Crest Street in Hanley. |

Thu Aug 07 2008 - Crews were called to an incident just after 5:15pm last night at Old Bristol Street Motors on London Road, Newcastle. |

Thu Aug 07 2008 - Firefighters were called to an incident shortly before 12:30pm today at a terraced property on Commonside Close, Stafford. |

Wed Aug 06 2008 - Forget the Olympic Games this summer, Firefighters from across Staffordshire are going to compete in the World Firefighter Games!|

Tue Aug 05 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is warning members of the public about bogus callers.|

Fri Aug 01 2008 - Families are promised a fun filled action packed day at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Open Day event!|

Fri Aug 01 2008 - Crews were called to a road traffic collision on the M6 North bound between junctions 14 and 15 at 11am this morning. |

Wed Jul 30 2008 - Firefighters were called to an incident shortly before midday today at a farm on Gratton Lane, Endon. |

Tue Jul 29 2008 - Staffordshire’s Chief Fire Officer is urging people to get in touch and request their free home fire risk check, following two serious house fires in just 72 hours. The call also comes as the Service receives its 500th home fire risk check request from its new FREEPHONE number.|

Tue Jul 29 2008 - There’s going to be Midsummer Mayhem at Lyme Valley Recreation Park in August!|

Mon Jul 28 2008 - At 02:10am on Saturday morning Fire Control received a call to a house fire, on Park Road, Norton Canes, near Cannock. |

Mon Jul 28 2008 - Firefighters were called to an incident involving a detached house in Burlington Drive, Western Downs, Stafford shortly before 5:30am this morning. |

Fri Jul 25 2008 - Now that the summer holidays are here Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is reminding campers on how they can stay safe this summer. |

Fri Jul 25 2008 - Firefighters were called to an incident involving 14 acres of land at Footherley Lane in Shenstone, just after 6:30pm yesterday evening. |

Thu Jul 24 2008 - Firefighters attended fires in two disused buildings yesterday evening.|

Tue Jul 22 2008 - Firefighters attended an incident at a property in Church Road, Stonnal at 12.40pm yesterday. The incident involved 30 thousand litres of water which had leaked into a basement. |

Fri Jul 18 2008 - Crews were called to a Road Traffic Collision shortly before 6pm last night at BP Garage, Talke Road, Talke. Two appliances from Kidsgrove and one from Longton attended the incident.|

Fri Jul 18 2008 - A Firefighter from Highfields, Stafford has returned to his roots to head up the new fire station to be built in Rising Brook.|

Fri Jul 18 2008 - Firefighters from Tamworth have been using the West Midlands Water Ski Centre to train in the new powerboat that they have recently received.|

Fri Jul 18 2008 - A major partnership to save lives on the roads has been launched this week with the backing of former Formula One driver Sir Stirling Moss OBE.|

Thu Jul 17 2008 - Firefighters and support staff at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are set to benefit from two new schemes, which could result in substantial savings for individuals and their families!|

Wed Jul 16 2008 - Firefighters from Cannock were called shortly before 5.30 am this morning to attend an incident at the derelict Old Picture House on Walsall Road in Cannock.|

Wed Jul 16 2008 - Three appliances from Lichfield and Chase Terrace attended an incident at Imi Norgren, Eastern Avenue, Lichfield at 4am this morning. The incident involved a plastic moulding machine within a commercial unit which had caught fire.|

Wed Jul 16 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service will be attending a WISH event next Tuesday to promote the special fire safety equipment they have available for the elderly and vulnerable.|

Tue Jul 15 2008 - A major partnership to save lives on the roads is being launched this week with the backing of former Formula One driver Sir Stirling Moss OBE.|

Tue Jul 15 2008 - Potential arsonists are wise to steer clear of Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire in the knowledge that a dedicated police and fire and rescue service team is out to stop them having the opportunity to commit arson and if they are tempted will make sure that they will be caught. The Fire and Rescue Service, Staffordshire Police and other partners are working very hard to ensure that life will be made difficult for those tempted to get involved. |

Mon Jul 14 2008 - Firefighters from Cannock and Penkridge were called out to a flat fire in Cannock, Avon Road on Saturday.|

Mon Jul 14 2008 - Stafford and Rural Homes (SARH) is championing the importance of health and safety, for both its customers and staff.|

Fri Jul 11 2008 - Firefighters attended a fire in a farm outbuilding on the B5017, Marchington yesterday afternoon.|

Wed Jul 09 2008 - Firefighters are tackling a fire at Newhaden Metals on Draycott Cross Road, Cheadle.|

Wed Jul 09 2008 - Firefighters remain at the incident at Newhaden Metals on Draycott Cross Road, Cheadle, however the incident has now been scaled down.|

Fri Jul 04 2008 - Crews from Hanley, Burslem, Longton, and Kidsgrove attended a serious car crash on the A500, Porthill northbound at 22:49 last night.|

Wed Jul 02 2008 - Pupils from Hagley Park Sports College, won the media challenge that took place at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters on Tuesday.|

Fri Jun 27 2008 - Firefighters from Tutbury and Stafford were sent to Tutbury Castle shortly before 1am this morning.|

Thu Jun 26 2008 - At 12:27 on Wednesday 24th June 2008, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call reporting a kitchen fire in Weston Coyney.|

Wed Jun 25 2008 - Over 100 additional households will be safer as a result of contacting the free help-line 0800 0241 999 - introduced by Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service to make access to booking a free home fire risk check even easier.|

Tue Jun 24 2008 - As the weather warms up, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging people to enjoy their barbecues safely. Whilst there are some risks involved, by following some simple rules you can ensure your barbecue is a safe and enjoyable event.|

Mon Jun 23 2008 - At 09:54 Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call reporting a fire at Fauld Industrial Estate in Tutbury. |

Wed Jun 18 2008 - Pupils from St Peter's High School and International languages College, Penkhull will be talking languages when they pay a visit to Hanley Fire Station this Thursday.|

Wed Jun 18 2008 - Child Safety Week is from the 23rd June – 29th June and everyone is being asked to take simple steps to make things for safer for children and young people. |

Wed Jun 18 2008 - Student Firefighters will be celebrating their successful completion of a 12 week course at a passing out parade to be held at Stafford Fire Station.|

Tue Jun 17 2008 - Crews from Chase Terrace and Lichfield attended a kitchen fire at a property on Baker Street, Chasetown at 2pm yesterday afternoon.|

Tue Jun 17 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is supporting National Bike Week with its Firefighters on Bikes initiative and the launch of an employee Cycle Scheme. |

Fri Jun 13 2008 - Bikers in East Staffordshire will be gearing up for this year’s season at the Burton Albion Motorcycle Event on Sunday 22nd June, 9am until 4pm, and will be able to get burger and chips for a £1. |

Fri Jun 13 2008 - Carers Week 9 – 16 June|

Wed Jun 11 2008 - Firefighters from Wombourne and from across the border in Wolverhampton were sent to a fire at an empty industrial unit on Giggetty Lane, Wombourne shortly before 2am this morning. |

Wed Jun 11 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service has made a positive start to its “MORE For Less” campaign.|

Mon Jun 09 2008 - A team of youngsters from Cannock scooped the top prize at the Fire Safety Youth Challenge at the weekend, with 3rd Whittington Guides of Lichfield placed as runners up. |

Fri Jun 06 2008 - At 12:10 am on 6 June Fire and Rescue Crews from Lichfield and Burton were called to an incident at a farm in Lichfield.|

Thu Jun 05 2008 - People across Staffordshire are being given a new weapon in the fight against climate change: the OC3 website portal – a doorway to all the information you need to take action. The importance of the new website has been recognised on the other side of the world by officials from Tuvalu, a group of paradise islands in the South Pacific. Sea level rise caused by climate change could swamp Tuvalu within 50 years, making 12,000 people the world’s first climate change refugees. |

Wed Jun 04 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are targeting people who look after the elderly and vulnerable during Carers Week for the next stage in their “MORE for Less campaign.”|

Wed Jun 04 2008 - Local businesses in Tamworth are assisting Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service in promoting Home Fire Risk Checks by placing a display board which advertises free Home Fire Risk Checks at their premises.|

Fri May 30 2008 - At 6:30 am this morning, Fire and Rescue Crews from Hanley, Newcastle and Burton attended an incident at The Moat House Hotel, Festival Way in Etruria.|

Fri May 30 2008 - Chief Fire Officer/Chief Executive of Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Peter Dartford, launched this week the first phase of what will be a 12 month campaign to drive down the numbers of deaths and serious injuries as a result of fires in the home. |

Fri May 30 2008 - Councillors will have a go at being Firefighters at Codsall Fire Station next week! |

Fri May 30 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are urging parents to educate their children about the dangers of derelict buildings.|

Thu May 29 2008 - Three recruitment information events are being held for people wanting to apply to become a Retained Firefighter at the new station to be built in Rising Brook. |

Thu May 29 2008 - At 10 am this morning Fire and Rescue Crews from Burton and Tutbury were required at a chemical spillage at Burton Fire Station.|

Thu May 29 2008 - Firefighters were called to a fire at a derelict public house, The Smithfield on Uttoxeter Road shortly before 4pm today.|

Wed May 28 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service will be at the Staffordshire County Show this week.|

Wed May 28 2008 - Extreme weather conditions have prevented the Fire and Ice team from reaching the summit of Mount McKinley in Alaska.|

Wed May 28 2008 - Firefigfhters from Stafford attended a fire at a semi detached property on Heronswood, Wildwood, Stafford shortly before 1am this morning.|

Wed May 28 2008 - The Area Commander for Newcastle, Chris Bromley is praising two of his Firefighters for saving a man's life at the weekend.|

Sat May 24 2008 - Boat Safety Week: 24th – 31st May|

Fri May 23 2008 - Four appliances from Barton under Needwood and Burton attended a fire at a John Taylor School, Dunstall Road, Barton under Needwood at approximately 10.45pm last night.|

Wed May 21 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service has whittled three Consortia down to two in the bid for the £46m Private Finance Initiative (PFI) project. Fire Support and Kajima will now compete for the contract with the preferred bidder due to be appointed in November.|

Wed May 21 2008 - Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal unveiled a Fire Service Monument at the National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas yesterday.|

Wed May 21 2008 - The Fire and Ice team, climbing Mount McKinley, Alaska have reported that they’re progressing well and are in good spirits.|

Tue May 20 2008 - Firefighters are praising two members of the public for their actions during an incident yesterday morning.|

Tue May 20 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging members of the public to take extra care on the Moorlands this Bank Holiday weekend as the Fire Severity Index is moved into “high.” |

Tue May 20 2008 - Rugeley Fire Station will be holding a car wash this Saturday as part of their fund raising event which will take place in just one month’s time.|

Tue May 20 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service alongside Staffordshire County Council have won a National Community Care Excellence Network Award for their innovative work with young people. |

Mon May 19 2008 - At 9:26 on 18 May, Fire and Rescue Crews from Cannock and Rugeley were called to a fire on Penkridge Bank Road in Penkridge. |

Fri May 16 2008 - Burton Firefighters in conjunction with East Staffordshire Road Safety Task Group are launching a new road safety initiative to drive down the number of deaths on the roads. |

Wed May 14 2008 - Refurbishment work has this week started on Wombourne Fire Station. Eventually all fire stations in the County will be either rebuilt or refurbished and Wombourne Fire Station is second in line, with Cheadle Fire Station’s refurbishment starting last month. |

Wed May 14 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are promoting fire safety in the home by placing a display board inside Tesco in Trent Vale. |

Tue May 13 2008 - Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal will be visiting Alrewas, near Lichfield next Tuesday to unveil the Fire Service Monument at the National Memorial Arboretum.|

Tue May 13 2008 - Firefighters from Lichfield and Tamworth have attended a gas explosion on a barge on the Coventry Canal in the Whittington area of Lichfield. The emergency call was received shortly after 11.30am this morning. |

Tue May 13 2008 - April has seen a new ‘Student Firefighter Course’ commence in the Staffordshire Moorlands. Based at Leek Fire Station, the framework is professionally designed to enhance confidence, team building, problem solving, and personal development amongst youngsters aged 13-16. |

Tue May 13 2008 - At 08:17 on 13 May Fire and Rescue Crews from Hanley and Longton were called to an incident on Mill Lane in Wetley Rocks.|

Mon May 12 2008 - At 2:02 am on Saturday 10 May, Fire and Rescue Crews from Stafford attended a fire in Maple Grove, Rising Brook in Stafford.|

Mon May 12 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and Staffordshire Police are warning the public about bogus callers.|

Mon May 12 2008 - A Motorcycle Safety Event in the Staffordshire Moorlands at the weekend was a massive success. |

Fri May 09 2008 - Firefighters used to extreme heat are taking on the extreme cold in an expedition that is set to be their toughest challenge yet.|

Thu May 08 2008 - At 4:50 pm on 7 May Fire and Rescue Crews from Longton and Hanley were called to a fire at a Moores Metals on Burnham Street in Fenton.|

Thu May 08 2008 - Firefighters have paid a special visit to Two Gates Primary School in Tamworth.|

Thu May 08 2008 - Getting in touch with the FRS has just been made easier by the launch of a new service – ‘Your Feedback’ on Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s website. |

Wed May 07 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is warning of the potential dangers of having equipment that require attention located above fireplaces.|

Wed May 07 2008 - Firefighters have rescued a dog which was located following a psychic’s predictions.|

Tue May 06 2008 - At 11:28pm on 5 May, Fire and Rescue Crews from Newcastle and Longton were called to a house fire in Robertson Drive, Newcastle. |

Tue May 06 2008 - Two fatal house fires at the weekend are believed to have been caused by smoking.|

Mon May 05 2008 - Deaf Awareness Week 5th – 11th May 2008 |

Mon May 05 2008 - British Red Cross volunteers and fire-fighters from the Staffordshire Fire and Rescue team will be joining together this Red Cross Appeal week to raise money to help people in crisis.|

Fri May 02 2008 - 35 Junior Firefighters from across the City are to be awarded at passing out parades.|

Wed Apr 30 2008 - One crew remains at a property on Brook Lane, Ranton, following a fire which started yesterday afternoon at approximately 3.30pm. |

Wed Apr 30 2008 - Tamworth Firefighters have been recognised for raising over £3000 in just three months for the Firefighters Charity. |

Wed Apr 30 2008 - Crews from Newcastle attended a property fire on Pepper Street, Keele at 11.15am this morning. |

Tue Apr 29 2008 - Lichfield have won Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s annual “Extrication Challenge! They will now go through to the national finals to be held in Stirling on 22nd – 23rd August.|

Tue Apr 29 2008 - Four appliances from Stafford, Gnosall, Ecceshall and also a Water Carrier from Cannock are currently tackling a blaze on Brook Lane, Ranton.|

Mon Apr 28 2008 - Crews have attended two incidents in Stapenhill over the weekend. |

Thu Apr 24 2008 - Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at Stafford College on Earl Street, Stafford, following an emergency call shortly after 1.30am this morning.|

Thu Apr 24 2008 - Fire crews are praising the bravery of two men who rescued an elderly man from a burning building.|

Wed Apr 23 2008 - Crews from across the County will this weekend compete against each other in the annual Fire and Rescue Service “Extrication Challenge.”|

Tue Apr 22 2008 - Lichfield Fire Station will be throwing open its doors to the public this Saturday!|

Mon Apr 21 2008 - Firefighters from Cheadle will be using South Moorlands Leisure Centre facilities whilst the Fire Station undergoes a refurbishment.|

Mon Apr 21 2008 - Firefighters have rescued a male and a dog from a house fire in the early hours of this morning.|

Thu Apr 17 2008 - Crews from Hanley and Burslem attended a car crash at 4pm today on Shaldon Avenue, Baddeley Green, Stoke-on-Trent.|

Thu Apr 17 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and Loggerheads Community Information Shop are inviting members of the public to a Community Safety Day on Saturday 19 April from 10 am until 2 pm at Loggerheads Food Court, Eccleshall Road, Loggerheads.|

Wed Apr 16 2008 - New Chief Fire Officer/Chief Executive, Peter Dartford attended Cheadle Fire Station on Monday as work begins on the refurbishment of the station.|

Wed Apr 16 2008 - People interested in becoming a Firefighter at a brand new station to be built in Rising Brook are being invited along to an open day, to see if they’ve got what it takes!|

Mon Apr 14 2008 - Burton Fire Station is inviting people interested in becoming a Retained Firefighter to an information day they’re holding on Sunday 27th April.|

Fri Apr 11 2008 - Firefighters have attended two road traffic collisions this morning. |

Fri Apr 11 2008 - The catering facility at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters has been awarded 5 stars under the ‘Rate My Place’ Food Safety Star Rating Scheme!|

Tue Apr 08 2008 - Firefighters from Newcastle and Hanley attended a fire on Wilmot Drive, Knutton at 9.30pm last night. |

Tue Apr 08 2008 - Firefighter cadets from Wombourne will be recognised at a passing out parade this Wednesday.|

Tue Apr 08 2008 - Fitness fanatics are taking part in a 24 hour stepper climb to raise money for The Firefighters Charity!|

Mon Apr 07 2008 - Peter Dartford has taken up the role as Chief Fire Officer of Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service.|

Mon Apr 07 2008 - Crews from Cannock, Penkridge and Stafford attended a serious car crash on the A34, Pottall Poole at approximately 1.30am this morning.|

Mon Apr 07 2008 - Cannock Firefighter, Jason Humphreys will be heading off to climb the highest mountain in Alaska, Mount Denali next month to raise money for the Firefighters Charity.|

Thu Apr 03 2008 - Fire and Rescue Crews have been in attendance at a property fire on Dimsdale Street in Middleport. The call was received at 10:43 am and crews from Burslem and Hanley were immediately mobilised.|

Thu Apr 03 2008 - Fire and Rescue Crews have been in attendance at a property fire on Dimsdale Street in Middleport. The call was received at 10:43 am and crews from Burslem and Hanley were immediately mobilised. |

Wed Apr 02 2008 - Fire and Rescue Crews are currently in attendance at a house fire in Tamworth. The emergency call was received at 6:40 am and crews from Tamworth, Rugeley and Burton were deployed to the incident. |

Wed Apr 02 2008 - One crew from Tamworth remains at the incident involving an acetylene cylinder at the Pennymoor Junction of Pennine Way, Stonydelph, Tamworth.|

Wed Apr 02 2008 - Bikers in Newcastle will be gearing up for this year’s season at the launch of the 2008 Motorcycling Road Safety Campaign at DK Motorcycles, Newcastle, Saturday 5th April, 9.00am – 4.00pm.|

Wed Apr 02 2008 - The incident involving an acetylene cylinder at the Pennymoor Junction of Pennine Way, Stonydelph, Tamworth has now closed. |

Tue Apr 01 2008 - Fire and Rescue Crews from Tamworth and Barton under Needwood are currently in attendance at an incident involving a gas canister in Stonydelph, Tamworth. |

Mon Mar 31 2008 - Three more free reels on wheels events will take place this week.|

Mon Mar 31 2008 - On 28 March at 6:30 pm Fire and Rescue Crews from Stafford were called out to rescue a horse that had fallen into a cesspit at a farm in Tixhall near Stafford.|

Thu Mar 27 2008 - Crews from Rugeley attended a fire at a property on Seabrooke Road, Brereton, Rugeley shortly before 9.30pm last night.|

Wed Mar 26 2008 - Fire and Rescue Crews from Longton and Hanley are currently in attendance at a house fire in Thirlmere Grove, Longton. |

Wed Mar 26 2008 - Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service has been recognised as an Investor in People in a recent assessment process. The Service’s performance across a number of key areas was analysed in a stretching and intensive interview programme by the West Midlands Quality Centre. |

Tue Mar 25 2008 - At 3:35 am on 24 March, Fire and Rescue Crews from Burslem and Hanley were called to a house fire in Pickmere Close, Baddeley Green.|

Thu Mar 20 2008 - At 4:45 am on 20 March Fire and Rescue Crews from Cheadle, Uttoxeter and Ipstones were called to a fire at Alton Station in Alton.|

Thu Mar 20 2008 - Firefighters have been in attendance at an incident on Brownhills Road, Norton Canes since 12.50pm today.|

Thu Mar 20 2008 - At 5:48 pm on 19 March, Fire and Rescue Crews from Burton, Stafford and Cannock were mobilised to an incident at Tatenhill Airfield in Tatehill.|

Wed Mar 19 2008 - Young people from Tamworth are being invited to free Reels on Wheels events during the Easter holidays.|

Wed Mar 19 2008 - At 12:22 am on 19 March , Fire and Rescue Crews from Stafford and Stone were called to a fire at Perkins Engines on Tixhall Road, Stafford.|

Mon Mar 17 2008 - Firefighters will be getting on their bikes during the Easter holidays to drive down the number of deliberately set fires. |

Mon Mar 17 2008 - Firefighters in Newcastle are urging people to consider electrical safety following a series of incidents over the past few weeks involving electrical appliances, mainly tumble dryers. |

Mon Mar 17 2008 - The Fire and Ice team’s ladder climb on Saturday raised over one thousand pounds for the Benevolent Fund.|

Mon Mar 17 2008 - At 07:21 on 16 March Fire and Rescue Crews from Longton and Hanley were called to a house fire on Cromartie Street.|

Mon Mar 17 2008 - At 12:22 am Fire and Rescue Crews from Ipstones and Cheadle were called to an incident at Thomas Bolton Copper Works on Froghall Road in Frogh