Welcome Sandyford and Goldenhill Residents Association (S.A.G.E.)
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A residents association uniting the two villages of Sandyford and Goldenhill since 1999
An organisation that aims to improve the environment and lifestyle for all its residents who live in our community
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With temperatures dropping, we understand the temptation to leave your engine running while defrosting your car. However, please do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running – even for a short time. Criminals take advantage of these situations, and your car could be stolen in seconds.
Crime Prevention Advice:
Always stay with your vehicle while it is warming up.
Never leave keys in the ignition or doors unlocked.
Use an approved ice scraper or de-icer instead of relying on the engine.
If possible, park in a well-lit area or on your driveway.
Consider installing a steering lock or tracker for added security.
Remember: Leaving your car unattended with the engine running is not only risky but may also invalidate your insurance if stolen.
Stay safe and help us keep Staffordshire secure.
Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association would like to wish all its residents, as well as 12,800 members on our Facebook page and www.sandyfordgoldenhill website a “Happy New Year for 2026”.
Staffordshire Police report that on the 17th December in the early hours a car was damaged in Hardy Street, Tunstall. The car had liquid thrown onto it causing severe damage.
Anyone with information to the incident please contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or private message on Facebook / X quoting serial number :- SP-20251217-0174.
This is your opportunity to tell the Staffordshire Commissioner how much council tax you would be prepared to pay for Policing and Fire & Rescue services in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
For 2026/27, he is asking residents of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to share their views on the following options (based on a Band D property).
Police:
No increase in precept An extra £10.93 per year (91p extra a month) This is in line with the 3.8% national inflation rate
An extra £15 per year (£1.25 extra a month) This is a 5.2% increase and the maximum precept limit set by government
Fire:
No increase in precept
An extra £3.49 per year (29p extra a month) This is in line with the 3.8% national inflation rate
An extra £5 per year (42p extra a month) This is a 5.4% increase and the maximum precept limit set by government
The council tax consultation runs until 19 January. Have your say: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/precept26-27
Dear Community Speedwatch Volunteers,
I want to take this opportunity to thank each of you personally for the time, commitment, and energy you
dedicate to your local Community Speedwatch initiative.
As the National Police Chiefs’ Council Lead for Roads Policing and Chief Constable of Sussex Police, I know that keeping our roads safe is only possible when we work together with other agencies and, most importantly, with the public. Your involvement is a vital part of that effort and it truly makes a difference.
We all share the same goal: making our roads as safe as they can be. I am deeply aware of the devastating consequences that illegal and inappropriate speeding can have on victims, families, friends, and entire communities. Every action you take helps prevent those tragedies.
Community Speedwatch plays an important role in reminding motorists of the need to comply with speed
limits in a fair and transparent way. It gives drivers the chance to reflect on their behaviour and make positive changes without the immediate fear of prosecution. While enforcement remains necessary, I would much rather see voluntary compliance and safer driving habits from more drivers, more of the time.
Thank you for everything you do to help achieve this. Your contribution is valued and appreciated, and it makes a real difference to road safety in your communities. Please keep up the fantastic work, and I look forward to continuing this important partnership in the year ahead.
With warmest regards
Chief Constable Jo Shiner KPM
NPCC Lead for Roads Policing
Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association would like to take this opportunity to wish all of it’s residents a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
More than 70 drink and drug driving arrests as we tackle illegal activity on the roads this festive season
Whether you are travelling to see friends and family, or just heading to work or to the shops, we want to make sure you can complete your journey safely this festive season.
Those who choose to drink or take drugs and then get behind the wheel put everyone’s safety at risk, so to tackle this and protect all road users we’ve been drug and drink drive testing at locations across the county, and through our day-to-day policing activities.
Since the end of November, we’ve completed over 700 tests and made 76 arrests where motorists were found to be driving under the influence. 46 arrests were for drink driving and 30 arrests were for drug driving.
We test for drug and drink driving all year round, but we are specifically highlighting these results to tie in with our festive road safety campaign. So far this year, we have completed just over 2,300 roadside tests where we suspect someone may be driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
‘Just one drink’ can still be dangerous
Some people consider they’ll be safe to drive after ‘just one drink’, but even one drink can affect your concentration and reaction times, so we would always advise you to drive drug and alcohol free.
If you see a friend or family member having a drink and then reaching for their keys, please encourage them to consider a different way to travel to keep them as safe as possible.
What to consider if you’re planning to have a drink
If you know you’ll be having a drink, remember to explore alternative methods of transport in advance, such as booking a taxi, selecting a designated driver or using public transport.
If you’re planning a big night out (or in!), it’s worth thinking about your travel arrangements for the next day too as you can still be over the limit the morning after so it’s always safest to find an alternative way to travel.
The consequences of drink and drug driving
The consequences of drug or drink driving can be fatal as drug or drink drivers are more likely to be killed or seriously injured on the roads.
Those caught drug or drink driving could face:
Up to 6 months in prison
A minimum 12 month driving ban
A criminal record
An unlimited fine
A licence endorsement for 11 years
Increased car insurance costs.
For more information
For more information about drug and drink driving, take a look at our website: Alcohol and drug driving | Staffordshire Police
Police are searching for the driver of a car that killed a woman in a hit-and-run crash in Staffordshire.
It happened in Milton, Stoke-on-Trent, at the junction of South Drive of Carmountside Crematorium and Leek Road, just before 08:00 GMT on Friday.
A woman in her 70s, who was a pedestrian, died after being hit by what is described as a small blue/grey car similar in size to a Renault Clio or Ford Fiesta.
The driver of the car did not stop and left the scene, heading towards Abbey Hulton.
West Midlands Ambulance Service said staff immediately began administering advanced life support, which continued on route to Royal Stoke University Hospital.
An air ambulance crew travelled in the back of the ambulance to help continue treatment.
She was taken to the hospital but died shortly afterwards from her injuries.
Staffordshire Police said her next of kin were being supported by a specially trained officer.
Any witnesses, or those with relevant dashcam or CCTV footage, are asked to get in touch with Staffordshire Police on 101 quoting 1290f 12 December, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
Hanley Economic Building Society has its Annual General Meeting tonight at its Festival Park Head Office/Branch, Forge Lane, ST1 5TB 6.00 p.m. Wednesday 10th December.
This is what the building society say –
We wanted to let you know that our Hanley Branch, located on Lamb Street, Hanley, will permanently close at 12pm on Saturday, 7th March 2026.
This decision was not taken lightly and follows a comprehensive review of how members use the branch. Over recent years, we’ve seen a significant decrease in visits, with most members choosing to use our other nearby locations or our online and postal services.
Because several branches are located close by, we’re confident we can continue to serve you effectively from those sites.
The nearest alternative branches to the impacted site are:
- Festival Park (1.3 miles) – 9am–5pm Monday to Friday, 9am–12pm Saturday. On-site parking available
- Newcastle (2.8 miles) – 9am–2pm Tuesday to Friday
Members of the society are encouraged to attend the Annual General Meeting tonight to share their views on how it operates, as well as the closure of its Hanley Branch and the way forward for the building society.
With Christmas just around the corner, the Staffordshire Safer Roads Partnership (SSRP) has some important advice for anyone thinking about buying an e-scooter as a present.
While it’s legal to buy and own an e-scooter, you can only legally ride a privately owned one on private land, with the landowner’s permission.
This means it is against the law to ride, or to allow your child to ride, an e-scooter anywhere on the roads, pavements, cycle tracks and parks, or to school. If a child is stopped by the Police, and they suspect a parent or carer has purchased the e-scooter for them and allowed its use on the highway, the parent may be investigated for causing or permitting a traffic offence.
Riding an e-scooter illegally can result in a £300 fine, penalty points, and in some cases prosecution. It is also likely that the e-scooter will be seized.
As well as the legal implications of using e-scooters, they also pose a significant fire safety risk due to the lithium-ion batteries that are used to power them. These can spread a fire rapidly if they ignite and explode.
For more information on e-scooters and the law, and the fire safety risks, visit: E-scooters and the law – Staffordshire Safer Roads Partnership
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