Have you ever been chased around your own neighbourhood by four colourful ghosts?Well now you can thanks to a bit of fun from Google Maps! To celebrate April Fools' Day, the search engine has brought back the trick which allows you to turn the streets of Stoke-on-Trent, or indeed any city or town around the world, into the Ms. Pac-Man game.Read more: Stoke-on-Trent pub launches world's first 'scratch and lick' menuAnybody who clicks on to Google Maps via their smartphones or desktop can have a...
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Matt_Simpson published Take to the streets of Stoke-on-Trent with Ms. Pac-Man thanks to...
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PhilCorrigan commented Phil Corrigan: PM's call for Brexit unity should not silence...
As she triggered Article 50 and formally commenced the UK's exit from the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May struck a conciliatory tone and called for national unity.She urged the people of the country – Leavers and Remainers – to come together and put aside their differences at the start of this 'momentous journey'. It isn't difficult to see why Mrs May would be keen on stressing unity at this time – few Prime Ministers have presided over a more disunited kingdom. The...
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PeteSmith published Stoke hero Danny Higginbotham reveals incredible pain barrier...
No one ever thought Danny Higginbotham had a low pain threshold. But this morning the former Stoke defender has revealed the incredible barrier he pushed in order to turn out for the club in the first season after promotion.The Potters were in the relegation zone with nine games remaining in March 2009 when, with famous team spirit, they put together a run of three wins and a draw in their next four games to pull themselves seven places up the table to safety.For the last three of those vital...
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The Sentinel published Cheap hot tubs to go on sale at Aldi supermarkets
With great discount offers on a wide range of items, Aldi is quickly becoming the destination of choice for UK shoppers.Based in Germany, Aldi has recently overtaken the Co-op as Britain's fifth-largest supermarket chain.But even they may have outdone themselves with their latest offering – a budget hot tub almost half the price as similar models in other stores.Read more: Drink-driving mum, 36, left pedestrian seriously injured after losing control of carSo, with the weather slowly...
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PeteSmith commented Leicester v Stoke LIVE: All the action and reaction from King...
Stoke City return to Premier League action today with a trip across the Midlands to Leicester.
Mark Hughes's side will be backed by a sell-out away following as they try to return to winning ways following the international break. The Potters are without Phil Bardsley (suspended), Xherdan Shaqiri (calf) and Geoff Cameron (thigh).
Leicester have turned their form around since Craig Shakespeare stepped up to replace Claudio Ranieri. In fact, Shakespeare is bidding to become only the fifth ever...
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MikeBaggaley commented Port Vale 2, Wimbledon 0 LIVE: Vale out of drop zone
Good afternoon and welcome from Vale Park where Port Vale face another huge game in their battle to stay in League One - this time at home to AFC Wimbledon.
The Valiants will be out of the bottom four tonight if they can win today and either Shrewsbury fail to win at Bristol Rovers, or Gillingham lose at MK Dons. But can Michael Brown's side do the business in Burslem?
I'm The Sentinel's Port Vale FC reporter Mike Baggaley and am blogging live from the game. So follow me for all the action...
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Tom_Burnett published National Lottery Results – Lotto Winning Numbers for...
Could you be a lucky winner in tonight's mega Lotto draw? (Saturday April 1 2017)To win the jackpot you simply need to match all six numbers on your lottery ticket – as well as the bonus ball.There is also the chance to win big on the Thunderball.And even if your numbers don't come up there's still the chance to win big in the Lotto Raffle with one guaranteed £1m winner and another 20 raffle prizes of £20,000 each up for grabs.The UK National Lottery was first drawn on November...
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Tom_Burnett published VIDEO: Give A Pet A Home - City Dogs' Home in Bucknall
Since March 2015, The Sentinel has been trying to help find new homes for cats and dogs left abandoned or handed in because their owners can no longer properly care for them.This week we've worked with the City Dogs' Home - who are based in Brookhouse Lane, Bucknall.We also work alongside the RSPCA at Blakely Farm, and the Animal Lifeline Centre in Cellarhead, to help to rehome their furry friends.Please take a look at the pictures in the video and, if you can help Give a Pet a Home, please...
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The Sentinel published Dog owner fined for ignoring order to keep pooch on a lead
Dog owner Kevin Sherratt has been fined for ignoring an order to keep his pet on a lead. The 39-year-old was handed the order in relation to Piper in July last year – but months later, he was seen by an officer not using a leash. Magistrates were told an officer saw the defendant heading across a road with his pet walking in front of him. Read more: Man, 27, jailed for grooming girls, 14, on the internetNaomi Nelson-Cofie, prosecuting, said: "He was arrested for the breach. He accepted he...
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The Sentinel published Topshop is now selling budget wedding dresses from £350
High street chain Topshop has launched wedding dresses for as little as £350.
The cut-price wedding outfits will appear in stores on Thursday 13th April 2017 as the retailer tries to grab a slice of the lucrative industry.
The new TOPSHOP Bride range includes a five-piece bridal gown collection ranging from £350-£795, available in sizes UK 4-16.
Each limited edition bridal dress features an assortment of versatile silhouettes, including strapless, tie-shoulder and Bardot...
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The Sentinel published Here's what's new on Netflix in April
It's April and with the nights drawing longer but a chill still firmly in the air, Netflix is becoming our best friend. Dozens of films are being added to the website for you to watch while snuggling under the blankets.During the fourth month of the year, these range from romantic classics, to critically acclaimed award-winners, as well as recent blockbusters and cult favourites.To save you hours of trawling through the stock of films and programmes on offer, we've compiled everything coming and...
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Martin_Spinks commented Leicester City 2, Stoke City 0: 90-second wrap up of all too easy...
Leicester City 2, Stoke City 0MATCH VERDICTNo arguments here with the final outcome.Leicester might argue their monopoly of efforts on goal entitled them to a wider margin of victory.They are certainly the Leicester of old and Stoke struggled, first half especially, to cope with the pace of Vardy, Gray and Co.Ramadan did well for the most part for Stoke and Arnautovic had a threatening second half, but Schmeichel's afternoon was a breeze compared to Grant's in the visiting goal.GOALS25:...
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MaryannAstle published Staffordshire Police appeal for help to find missing Kathryn King...
Staffordshire Police are asking for the public's help to find a woman and her two children who are missing. Police are looking for 36-year-old Kathryn King and her two children, Courtney Conlon and Harley Everitt.Kathryn King was last seen in the Station Street area of Burton on Wednesday, March 22. She was reported missing on Wednesday, March 29 after family became concerned about her and her two children. Kathryn is described as white, around 5ft 4ins, of medium build, with long dark hair with...
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Martin_Spinks commented Leicester City 2, Stoke City 0: Mark Hughes springs to Saido...
Mark Hughes saw Saido Berahino draw another blank in today's 2-0 defeat at Leicester – but was quick to defend his back page headline maker.Berahino has been making the news for events off the field again after claiming he failed a drug test last year because his drink was spiked in a nightclub.And today at Leicester it was tough going for Stoke's £12m signing after catching sight of goal on just one disappointing occasion."Saido was well shepherded today, in fairness, and...
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MikeBaggaley published Port Vale 2, Wimbledon 0: Brown hails work-rate as Vale leap...
Port Vale boss Michael Brown hailed his team's work rate and desire as they shot out of the relegation zone and up three places to 18
th after a 2-0 home win over AFC Wimbledon this afternoon.
Goals from Nathan Smith on 21 minutes and Chris Eagles on 69 gave the Valiants their third win in four home games to continue their recovery under the caretaker manager.
TABLE: It's tight at the bottom of @SkyBetLeagueOne after today's results… �� pic.twitter.com/QybdguLw1r— Sky Bet League...
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PeteSmith commented Leicester v Stoke RECAP: All the action and reaction from King...
Stoke City returned to Premier League action today with a trip across the Midlands to Leicester.
Mark Hughes's side were backed by a sell-out away following but fell to a 2-0 defeat with goals either side of half-time. The Potters were without Phil Bardsley (suspended), Xherdan Shaqiri (calf) and Geoff Cameron (thigh).
Leicester have turned their form around since Craig Shakespeare stepped up to replace Claudio Ranieri. In fact, Shakespeare is now only the fifth ever and the first British...
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MikeBaggaley published Port Vale 2, Wimbledon 0: Smith so impressed with Bikey influence
Port Vale defender Nathan Smith says he's hoping to learn from Andre Bikey after the centre back pairing helped the Valiants to a 2-0 win at home to AFC Wimbledon this afternoon.The Valiants have yet to concede a goal with Bikey in the team after the 32 year old made his debut as a first half substitute for the injured Remie Streete in last week's goalless draw at home to MK Dons, then built on that positive early impression with another solid performance today.Port Vale won 2-0 at home to AFC...
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MikeBaggaley published Port Vale 2, Wimbledon 0: Fans say Chris Eagles was superb
ANDREW BLAKEMORE, from Denford: "Well at long last we get the win to get us out of the bottom four and it was thoroughly deserved.For all of the possession they had, AFC Wimbledon offered very little in the final third, especially in the second half. "Chris Eagles again has shown what a superb asset is he is to our survival battle, his goal may have taken a deflection, but they all count.Port Vale win 2-0 at home to AFC Wimbledon"A special mention for Andre Bikey as well, he's...
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The Sentinel published Woman, 41, stole from Next and One Stop Shop
Thief Sarah Taylor stole clothes and meat from two stores on the same day. And magistrates were told the 41-year-old committed the offences a day after allegedly being beaten up. Now Taylor, of Glencoe Street, Goms Mill, has been told to pay fines and costs – along with abiding with another recent court order.North Staffordshire Justice Centre heard the defendant went into a city branch of Next where she took £150 worth of clothes. Naomi Nelson-Cofie, prosecuting, said: "Staff...
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The Sentinel commented Cops found drugs on duo after stopping car in Middleport
Police seized cannabis and heroin from two men after stopping an uninsured car on a city street. Officers out on patrol in Middleport spotted the Fiat Punto heading along Newport Lane and pulled it over. Magistrates were told that occupants Barry Ingram and Craig Holder were found to be in possession of heroin and cannabis respectively.Along with the drug offence, 36-year-old Ingram was also arrested for pinching £56 worth of chocolate from a Burslem petrol station. Ingram, of Zamenhof...
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