Stafford News: Top Regional Media Outlets

Stafford, the county town of Staffordshire, relies on a diverse network of regional print publications, digital news platforms, and broadcast media for its daily news coverage. This article outlines the primary regional and local news outlets that report on events, local government, crime, and human-interest stories originating in Stafford and the surrounding borough.

The Express & Star
Headquartered in Wolverhampton, the Express & Star is one of the largest regional daily newspapers in the UK. It maintains a dedicated reporting focus on Stafford and mid-Staffordshire, publishing daily updates on borough council decisions, local business developments, crime, and community campaigns through its print editions and active website.

The Sentinel and StokeonTrentLive
While based in Stoke-on-Trent and traditionally focused on North Staffordshire, The Sentinel and its digital counterpart, StokeonTrentLive (operated by Reach plc), regularly cover major news, court cases, and transport developments from the Stafford area.

Staffordshire Live
Staffordshire Live is a digital-first news outlet, also part of Reach plc. It serves as a county-wide hub covering breaking news, lifestyle, planning applications, and council affairs directly affecting Stafford residents.

Weekly and Hyperlocal Publications

The Staffordshire Newsletter
Historically one of Stafford’s primary weekly print titles, the Staffordshire Newsletter has provided hyper-local journalism for decades. While its digital presence has largely integrated into regional Reach plc networks and the InYourArea platform, the publication remains a dedicated source for community events, school achievements, and grassroots campaigns.

Regional Television News

BBC Midlands Today
Broadcasting from Birmingham, BBC Midlands Today covers the West Midlands region, including Stafford. The programme reports on major breaking news, political issues affecting the county, and regional heritage features.

ITV News Central
Operating alongside the BBC, ITV News Central (West sub-region) provides television coverage of major incidents, investigative reports, and community issues originating from Stafford and the wider West Midlands area.

Local Radio and Audio Outlets

BBC Radio Stoke
BBC Radio Stoke is the official BBC local radio station serving North and Mid Staffordshire. It frequently broadcasts from Stafford, providing live local news updates, travel reports, political interviews, and discussions on local issues.

Vibe 1
Formerly known as Stafford FM, Vibe 1 is an independent, community-focused radio station broadcasting specifically to Stafford and the surrounding villages. It provides local news bulletins, updates on charity events, traffic information, and sports coverage focused directly on the immediate Stafford area.

Greatest Hits Radio Staffordshire & Cheshire
Delivering regional commercial broadcasting, this station provides regional news bulletins alongside music programming, tracking significant events and traffic updates across mid and north Staffordshire.