YOUR communities... YOUR archive!

Discover how RENEW North Staffordshire is ploughing millions of pounds into regenerating local communities

Welcome to The People's Archive! This site chronicles the changing face of North Staffordshire.

The archive illustrates the work taking place to regenerate Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle and the Moorlands.

Here you will find stories, images and videos showing how money is being spent to improve the lives of people living in the communities affected by renewal work.

You will be able to log on and see the work as it progresses, learn about future plans and also add your comments, images and videos from your own communities.

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Hole-In-The-Wall oatcakes

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Glenn Fowler's traditional 'Hole In The Wall' oatcake shop is the last of its kind in Stoke-on-Trent. In June 2010, Glenn talks about the history of the shop, as well as the uncertain future that surrounds both the area and his business...
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Linehouses memories

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Ted Simpkin, a former Linehouses resident, shares memories of his early life growing up in the area during the Second World War. The small group of houses was demolished in the 1950s and turned into a caravan park. Video copyright: Staffordshire Sentinel News & Media
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Rana Tufail of The Islamic Centre

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Rana Tufail, director of the Islamic Centre, explains how regeneration work in Shelton is affecting the Muslim community. He also talks us through how and why they have commisioned a purpose-built mosque which has cost more than £2 million...
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