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Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 21st May 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Rachel Ready to Celebrate With Dougie Mac
16 May 2013
Former Hollyoaks star Rachel Shenton has signed up as hostess for Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Celebration Lunch, which takes place on Wednesday 5th June at Keele Hall. Read more...
Have an Arc to Arch Ale on Me!
16 May 2013
Cheadle based fundraiser Duncan Cowans has had a beer named after his latest challenge; an Arc to Arch bike ride. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 14th May 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 7th May 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Show Me Your Mug and Make It Snappy!
02 May 2013
Douglas Macmillan Hospice are calling on their supporters to see how far their mug can go this bank holiday weekend. Read more...
Dougie Mac Bank Holiday Challenge
01 May 2013
Churchill China have produced a celebratory mug for Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 40th Anniversary year as part of their year of fundraising to raise £40,000. The mugs are £5 with 100% of the purchase price being donated to the Hospice. Read more...
Winning Begins at 40!
01 May 2013
Forty lucky supporters of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice Lottery have won prizes in their special 40th Anniversary Raffle draw. Read more...
Celebrate Over Lunch for Dougie Mac
30 April 2013
Tables are now available for the Douglas Macmillan Hospices’ Celebration Lunch, recognising women of achievement and influence in North Staffordshire. Read more...
Duncan Training to Triumph for Dougie Mac
29 April 2013
A fantastic bunch of five cyclists are gearing up for an ‘Arc to Arch’ bike ride in aid of Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
28 Days Later... I Won the Lottery!
23 April 2013
A Waterhouses based supporter of the DMH Lottery, has spoken of her delight after scooping the £2000 top prize having signed up just four weeks ago. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 23rd April 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Hospice set to lose thousands in donations after Royal Mail blunder
18 April 2013
Supporters and patients of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in Stoke-on-Trent are still waiting for their copy of the commemorative supporter magazine following a bodged job of distribution to all households across the area. Read more...
Are You Ready to Get Rid of Your Something Old?
17 April 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice shop in Norton is appealing to the public for unwanted wedding items in preparation for the grand opening at the end of May. Read more...
Stone barber Rory Bould takes on police hounds
15 April 2013 (The Sentinel)
Barber Rory Bould had a close shave when he had to fend off three attack dogs – all in the name of charity. Read more...
Why Lesley’s daring to ‘bare’ for hospice
13 April 2013 (The Sentinel)
Hospice supporter Lesley Bailey is planning to bare all for a fund-raising photo-shoot in memory of her mother who died of cancer. Read more...
Over £5K raised in honour of ‘The Duchess’
10 April 2013 (Cheadle Times and Echo)
A tight knit local family who lost a much loved wife and mum to cancer have scaled the dizzy heights of the UK’s highest mountains in her memory. Read more...
Department of Health funding for adult hospices means the Dougie Mac can increase care for local people
10 April 2013
The Minister for Care and Support, Norman Lamb has announced the allocation of £60m funding for hospices across England to improve the physical environment in which they provide care. The Department of Health awarded 176 grants to support a wide variety of projects, including improvements to day therapy facilities and developing outreach services to support people in their own homes. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 9th April 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
What's Your Favourite Thing About A Cruise?
04 April 2013
You have until next Friday (12th April) to return your tickets for our 40th Anniversary Raffle. Read more...
Vintage Fashion Show Marks Charity’s 40 Years
03 April 2013 (Cheadle Times and Echo)
Kicking off the many events marking the 40th anniversary of local charity, the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, was a special Vintage Fashion Show held on Sunday. Read more...
Georgia the Fundraiser of the Future
03 April 2013
Super supporter Georgia McLoughlin has raised over £200 for Douglas Macmillan Hospice, using her own custom collecting boxes. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 2nd April 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Early Birds Are Perfect Ten!
27 March 2012
Ten lucky supporters of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 40th Anniversary Raffle have won £10 worth of high street vouchers each. Read more...
Big Hunk O’Love Coming to Moathouse
22 March 2013 (The Sentinel)
Supporters of a charity golf day ‘All Shook Up’ by an arduous game will be able to relax with a slap-up meal at the 19th hole. Read more...
Get Muddy for Dougie Mac
21 March 2013
A mud run event held in the North Staffordshire region has announced Douglas Macmillan Hospice as its charity of the year. Read more...
Linda’s Birthday Bash Helps Hospice
21 March 2013 (The Sentinel)
Partygoers have raised £750 with a fancy dress party for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice and Donna Louise Trust. Read more...
Craig’s Spinning to Success for Dougie Mac!
19 March 2013
A supporter who set a National Record for continuous spinning, is getting back on his bike for a sponsored spinathon to raise funds for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 19th March 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Grindeys Raise £10,000 For Local Charities
15 March 2013 (The Sentinel)
A legal firm has raised more than £10,000 for two local causes – just a year after embarking on its charity mission. Read more...
Miss Staffordshire Launches Moonlight Walk
15 March 2013 (The Sentinel)
More than 1,000 women are expected to take part in a moonlight walk to raise cash for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac launches volunteer appeal for tasty Tea Rooms
15 March 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice is appealing for volunteers for their Tea Room at Carmountside because of the increase in demand for the service. Read more...
Biddulph Dougie Mac shop celebrates 10th birthday and asks for birthday bin bags as presents
12 March 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice has two reasons to celebrate this year because one of its shops turns 10 years old. Read more...
Richard’s Dedication for Diane
12 March 2013
A Stoke on Trent based supporter who lost his mother after being cared for by the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, has begun a challenge to raise £40,000 with a series of fundraiser’s dubbed ‘The Big 40’. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 12th March 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
5K Run entrants encouraged to bring along old kit for DMH shops
08 March 2013
Supporters who have entered the Douglas Macmillan 5K Ruby Walk and Ruby Run are being urged to bring along their old running kit to donate to the retail stores. Read more...
BLOG: Charity Begins.....Online
07 March 2013
After recently attending a webinar from online donation gurus JustGiving, it seems charity now begins online and not at home so much. Read more...
Barry’s Potteries Centre Tribute to Tin Can Man
06 March 2013
A supporter who has raised over £311,000 from spare change, is set to collect in the Potteries Shopping Centre in memory of ‘Tin Can Man’ John Leese. Read more...
Ryman Stationery Raises £24k through Charity Christmas Card Sales
06 March 2013
Sales of Charity Christmas cards at Ryman Stationery stores raised a £24k charitable contribution which is to be split between the three charities supported, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Help for Heroes and Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 5th March 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Duncan’s Paris Dash for Dougie Mac
05 March 2013
A Cheadle man who has raised over £14,000 for Douglas Macmillan Hospice is taking on another mammoth challenge to celebrate their 40th Anniversary. Read more...
Ageas Announce Dougie Mac as Charity of the Year
05 March 2013
Ageas Insurance Solutions has named Douglas Macmillan Hospice as its charity of the year. Read more...
Boomer Backs Dougie Mac 5K!
05 March 2013
Port Vale mascot Boomer is coming to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Family 5K Ruby Walk & Ruby Run. Read more...
Gail Generates G-Force for Dougie Mac
04 March 2013
Blythe Bridge based Gail Nicholls has signed up over 50 of her fitness fanatics up to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Family 5K Ruby Run. Read more...
Dean’s Doing It For Dougie Mac
26 February 2013
A Douglas Macmillan Hospice supporter is set to take on their Ruby Bike Ride on a 40 year old chopper! Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 26th February 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Churchill’s Dash For Dougie Mac!
25 February 2013
Staff from Churchill China will make a specially designed mug and deliver it to its London showroom within 48 hours, in aid of Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 40th Anniversary. Read more...
Brave Feat
25 February 2013 (The Sentinel)
Cancer sufferer Jackie Johnson has helped raise more than £3,000 for charity by having her head shaved. Read more...
Gail Force
25 February 2013 (The Sentinel)
A group of fitness fanatics are gearing themselves up for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice 5K run. Read more...
Family and friends say farewell to Tin Can Man who raised £360k for charity
23 February 2013 (The Sentinel)
Mourners say a final farewell to a tireless fundraiser who dedicated more than 20 years of his life to supporting a charity. Read more...
All Together Now for Dougie Mac!
21 February 2013
Douglas Macmillan Hospice is set to benefit from a star-studded three day concert at Betley Court Farm. Read more...
Ten Chances To Win In Lottery Fast Reply Draw
20 February 2013
Supporters who return their DMH Lottery 40th Anniversary raffle tickets within 14 days, have the chance to be entered into a draw to win one of 10 high street vouchers worth £10 each. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 19th February 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 12th February 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Love Your Hospice This Valentines!
08 February 2013
Supporters of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice will be given 40 chances to win prizes in their special 40th Anniversary Raffle. Read more...
Online Entries Open for Dougie Mac Events
07 February 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice has received an early birthday present; a micro site for supporters to sign up to their events for 2013. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 5th February 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Community charity shop overwhelmed by supporters
01 February 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice shop in Biddulph has been able to reopen its doors thanks to the generosity and support of its supporters. Read more...
Dougie Mac Scoops Charity of the Year Award!
01 February 2013
Douglas Macmillan Hospice has been crowned Charity of the Year at the 6 Towns Radio Awards. Read more...
Funky fashionistas wanted by the Dougie Mac to help in 40th birthday celebrations
01 February 2013
Budding models, make-up artists, hair stylists and co-ordinators are being given the opportunity to star in their own fashion show to help us celebrate the opening of our brand new vintage boutique in Stoke. Read more...
‘Vintage by Mac’ clothing boutique opens its doors on Dougie Mac’s 40th birthday
01 February 2013
The Hospice’s first vintage boutique is opening its doors on February 14th as part of the 40th birthday celebrations at 48 Church Street in Stoke. Read more...
Community Planting Day - Wednesday 30th January
By Paul Downey
It seemed like someone upstairs was smiling down upon us, as myself and Deb arrived at the Trentham Estate to attend the Community Planting Day as part of our Dedicate a Tree campaign. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 29th January 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Everyone Welcome At Community Planting Days!
25 January 2013
Local people of North Staffordshire are being invited to a series of community planting days in conjunction with Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Dedicate a Tree campaign. Read more...
Graham Shows Ho Ho Ho How Much He Cares
25 January 2013
Barlaston based Graham Vernon has raised over £750 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, as Santa over the festive period in Longton Market. Read more...
Sunburst breaks the dawn of Dougie Mac’s Ruby year
24 January 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice has teamed up with pottery specialist Moorcroft, to release a limited edition two-piece set to celebrate commemorate their 40th anniversary. Read more...
New Date for Potters ‘Arf Launch Event
24 January 2013
A new date has been announced for the launch of the Potters ‘Arf race. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 22nd January 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Potters 'Arf launch event cancelled
Friday 18th January 2013
The launch event for the Potters 'Arf, which was scheduled to take place tomorrow, has been cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions. Read more...
The Wonder of Tyler
16 January 2013
Ten year old Tyler Large from Cheadle has arranged an Elvis tribute night in memory of his grandmother, who was cared for at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 15th January 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Footballers Movember Money Helps Hospice
14 January 2013 (The Sentinel)
Footballers have raised more than £230 for a cancer charity. Read more...
Pottery Workers £1,000 Post-Christmas Clearout for Dougie Mac
10 January 2013 (The Sentinel)
Pottery workers have donated clothes worth £1,000 to charity. Read more...
Dedicate A Tree Update
10 January 2013 (Trentham Estate website)
The initiative was launched in September in partnership with The Trentham Estate, and has proved a big hit with supporters of both the Dougie Mac, whilst also attracting new supporters. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 8th January 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 2nd January 2013
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Calendars Raise £3,600 for Dougie Mac
02 January 2013 (The Sentinel)
Charity calendars featuring both survivors and sufferers of cancer remain on sale. Read more...
Staff at Tunstall pub the Furlong stage pantomime in memory of landlord
27 December 2012 (The Sentinel)
Pub staff have staged a pantomime in honour of their former landlord. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 24th December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Firm Pledges Commitment to Charities
22 December 2012 (The Sentinel)
A total of £40,000 has been donated to good causes through a business's charity committee over the last two years. Read more...
Holiday Up For Grabs in Hospice Christmas Raffle
21 December 2012
The brother of a former patient at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice will be making their Christmas Raffle draw on Wednesday 2nd January. Read more...
On Song
20 December 2012 (The Sentinel)
Families at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice got into the festive spirit on Tuesday evening at their annual carol service for patients. Read more...
Cyclist Craig Raises £3.8k
20 December 2012 (The Sentinel)
Cyclist Craig Gilchrist has handed over a cheque for more than £3,000 to charity – despite failing in his bid to break a world record. Read more...
New Year Fundraiser Planned
19 December 2012 (Cheadle Post and Times)
A hairdresser who has raised £40,000 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice over three decades is getting ready for his latest fundraising event in the New Year. Read more...
Light up a Life Thanks
19 December 2012
A huge thank you to the staff and volunteers who have helped to make this year’s Light up a Life campaign and ceremony once again a huge success. You may be interested to hear that the campaign has already raised an amazing amount of over £100,000 and the total is still climbing. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 17th December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Calendar Will Help Hospice
15 December 2012 (The Sentinel)
A dance school has released a calendar to raise cash for a hospice. Read more...
Freemason’s Grand Charity donation to DMH
14 December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice has received a donation from the Freemason’s Grand Charity Fund. Read more..
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 11th December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
‘Our loved ones will never be forgotten’
10 December 2012 (The Sentinel)
For Katherine Owen, a service to remember the lives of a hospice's former patients had a special significance. Read more...
Hospice Shops Need gifts to fill your stockings
06 December 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice shops across North Staffordshire are urgently in need of stock, to help cope with the seasonal demands. Read more...
'Shattered Heritage' Sales Reach £2,000 Target for Douglas Macmillan
06 December 2012
Local author, Trevor Raistrick, is delighted to have reached his £2,000 fundraising target for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice with his latest novel ‘Shattered Heritage’. Read more...
Dougie Mac Looking For 40th Anniversary Support From Local Businesses
06 December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice is asking businesses to support them in their 40th year, and be in with a chance of winning a hospitality day for 16 guests at Port Vale Football Club. Read more...
Local Companies help to Light up Dougie Mac Christmas Tree
04 December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice are preparing the lights on the hospice Christmas Tree which will shine in honour of thousands of people. Supporters have been dedicating a light on the tree to someone special, as part of the hospice’s annual Light Up a Life campaign which will generate in excess of £100,000 to fund patient care. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 4th December 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac wins national award for Innovation in Volunteering
30 November 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice has won the Help the Hospices and NGS Award for Innovation in Volunteering, after impressing the judges with the use of our volunteers who help in our Community Lodges. Read more...
Get Your Antlers On For Dougie Mac!
28 November 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice is inviting schools and local junior groups to organise their own ‘Reindeer Runs’ to raise funds. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 27th November 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Get Your Running Shoes On For Our 40th!
22 November 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice celebrates its 40th year in 2013, and we are calling all runners to help celebrate this wonderful achievement by taking part in the “Ultimate 40” to raise valuable funds for the Hospice. Read more...
Barry’s Dedication for Dougie Mac
20 November 2012
Shelton based Barry Bailey will be supporting the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s ‘Light up a Life’ campaign for the 18th consecutive year. Read more....
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 20th November 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Come Along to Keele Christmas Market
14 November 2012
Get your Christmas shopping started in style at Keele’s annual Christmas Market. Read more...
Legacy Team’s Afternoon Tea Hailed a Great Success
13 November 2012
The Dougie Mac’s Legacy Team recently invited their contacts to Afternoon Tea at the hospice. Over 50 supporters accepted the invitation to the event, where they heard about the work currently being undertaken both on-site and in the community. Read more...
Local Asda Donates £100 Vouchers to Dougie Mac
13 November 2012
Asda’s Tunstall branch have donated £100 worth of shopping vouchers, which have been used as prizes for Dougie Mac’s Christmas Raffle early prize draw. Read more...
Hospice Honours Staff and Volunteers at Annual Awards
12 November 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice is set to recognise the achievements of staff and volunteers at their annual Celebration of Achievement Awards. Read more...
Dougie Mac Meir Superstore Raises £250,000!
12 November 2012
A charity superstore is celebrating its first anniversary. Read more...
Dougie Mac Thanks Marathon Man Craig
12 November 2012
Fundraisers from the Douglas Macmillan Hospice have thanked Craig Gilchrist, after he came within a whisker of breaking a world record spinning attempt. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 6th November 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Pharmacy Staff Get Spooky for Hospice
01 November 2012 (The Sentinel)
Pharmaceutical staff got into the spooky spirit as they dressed up for Halloween. Read more...
Bring a Bin Full for ‘Dougie Mac’
01 November 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice is launching an innovative promotion today, which encourages local people to sort out their pre loved clothes and shoes in the lead up to Christmas. Read more...
Relative Remembered in Family Climb
31 October 2012 (Cheadle and Tean Times)
A family united by the loss of a much loved mum and wife, have completed a gruelling climb in her memory. Read more...
Craig aims for Spin World Record for Dougie Mac
31 October 2012
Craig Gilchrist, aged 32 from Bentilee, Stoke on Trent is attempting to break the World Record for the longest Spin Bike Ride, to raise money for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Releases Christmas Poster Campaign Advert
30 October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice has unveiled a new flyer for their Christmas Poster Campaign. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 30th October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Lottery Rollover Up to £6,500!
26 October 2012
The rollover for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Lottery is now up to a whopping £6,500. Read more...
Dougie Mac launches Light Up a Life blog
24 October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice has launched a blog for their Light Up a Life campaign. Read more...
Dedicate a Tree and Help the Dougie Mac
24 October 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice has teamed up with the Trentham Estate to offer supporters the opportunity to have a tree dedicated in the name of someone special. Read more...
Dougie Mac Urges Companies to Sign up for Christmas Poster Campaign
24 October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice is urging supporters to get into the festive spirit, by again taking part in their Christmas Poster Campaign. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 23rd October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Cream Teas Raise Funds for Hospice
22 October 2012 (The Sentinel)
Pensioner Alan Mayer has collected hundreds of pounds in memory of his wife after staging a cream tea fundraising event. Read more...
Marjorie Visits Royal Couple
19 October 2012 (The Sentinel)
A winner at The Sentinel's Our Heroes awards has been selected to meet the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall at St James's Palace. Read more...
Big Revamp for Barclays Branch
17 October 2012 (The Sentinel)
Banking giant Barclays has completed a "multi-million" pound revamp at its branch in Hanley. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 16th October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Bedlam! Peter’s Big Charity Push
13 October 2012 (The Sentinel)
Charity supporter Peter Litherland raised hundreds of pounds for the hospice that cared for his wife – by pushing a bed across Stoke-on-Trent. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 9th October 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Hindu Society Clean up at Hospice
8 October 2012 (The Sentinel)
Volunteers from Keele University's Hindu Society have been helping to keep the Douglas Macmillan Hospice spick and span. Read more...
Hospice Vols Invited to Special Coffee Morning
02 October 2012
As part of our Bring a Pound Day celebrations , Douglas Macmillan Hospice are inviting all volunteers , past present and future to come along to the Hospice on Friday 12th October for a coffee morning as part of Bring a Pound Day. Read more...
Firefighters Present Cheques to Local Charities
26 September 2012
Hanley firefighters will be presenting cheques to local charities at a presentation this Friday. Read more...
Hospice hopes to be Quids In
25 September 2012 (The Sentinel)
A charity is calling on workers to back an annual fund-raising initiative. Read more...
Fund Set Up to Thank Hospice
25 September 2012 (The Sentinel)
The family of a popular businessman have set up a fund-raising campaign in his memory. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 25th September 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Bad Weather Delays Swim
24 September 2012 (The Sentinel)
Dangerous conditions have postponed three friends' attempt to swim the Channel for charity. Read more...
Marjorie is Dougie Mac’s Driving Force
21 September 2012 (The Sentinel)
Without 92-year-old award-winner Marjorie Machin, one of North Staffordshire's best-loved charities may never have been founded. Read more...
Professionals Score For Dougie Mac
21 September 2012
Financial and procurement recruitment specialist Sellick Partnership, and chartered accountants Mitten Clarke hosted a 5-a-side football tournament for local businesses in aid of Douglas Macmillan. Read more...
Voters Boost Charity Funds
19 September 2012 (The Sentinel)
Building society members have helped raise more than £1,300 for two North Staffordshire charities. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 18th September 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Thanks to Great North Runners!
17 September 2012
Everyone at Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to say a big thank you to all of our 15 runners who took part in yesterday’s Great North Run. Read more...
Lots of Bargains at Charity Fashion Show
14 September 2012
A Charity Fashion Show is being organised by Grindeys Solicitors, who are based in Stoke on Trent. Read more...
Grindeys Donate 200 Bags to Dougie Mac
13 September 2012
Grindeys Solicitors have donated 200 bags to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's ‘Bag It Bring It’ campaign. Read more...
Carmountside Celebrates First Birthday
11 September 2012
A tea rooms which gifts its profits to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, is celebrating its first birthday. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 11th September 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Thanks to Hospice Midnight Walkers
04 September 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice wishes to thank all those ladies who took part in their recent Midnight to Sunrise Walk from the Britannia Stadium. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 4th September 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Runner Raises Hospice Funds
01 September 2012 (The Sentinel)
A Buisinessman has raised £10,000 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Ceramics Sale is for Hospices
31 August 2012 (The Sentinel)
A charity auction is taking place later this month in aid of two Stoke-on-Trent hospices. Read more...
Champ Hall Star of Show
30 August 2012 (The Sentinel)
The UK's reigning strongman, Clayton's Eddie Hall, took part in a multi-discipline Show of Strength competition in aid of charity at Fenton Manor Leisure Centre last Friday. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 28th August 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Support Needed for Pub’s Fundraising Event
24 August 2012 (The Sentinel)
A pub manager has organised a fundraising event, which will help two charities. Read more...
Players Sought for Charity Golf Day at Onneley
22 August 2012 (The Sentinel)
A handful of tees are still available for the Wheatsheaf Inn's annual charity golf day at Onneley. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 21st August 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Good Grief – Bald Statements the Exhibition
21 August 2012
A National Exhibition of eight alabaster sculptures illustrating the feelings of grief and loss will be shown at Douglas Macmillan Hospice during the month of September. Read more...
Sunflowers Celebrate Year of Growth
21 August 2012
A new social enterprise trading in support of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, is celebrating its first birthday. Read more...
Dougie Mac Benefits from Charity Channel Challenge
15 August 2012
Three sport lovers are taking part in a Charity Channel Challenge and are hoping to raise £6,000 for two charities, one of which is the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 14th August 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Traders Needed at Fundraising Fun Day
11 August 2012 (The Sentinel)
Pete Piper, landlord of The Vine, in Silverdale, is holding a day-long event to support the Douglas Macmillan Hospice and wants local traders to get involved. Read more...
Local Author Supports Dougie Mac
11 August 2012 (The Sentinel)
Retired headteacher Trevor Raistrick has launched his third book – and hopes to raise over £2,000 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Catering Helps Hospice Care
08 August 2012
A catering venture that gifts its profits to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, has released its latest menu. Read more...
Supporter Keeps Quiet to Help Hospice
07 August 2012
Richard Skelton is hoping to raise more than £100 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice by taking part in a sponsored silence later this week. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 7th August 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Olivia’s fundraising foray for Dougie Mac
07 August 2012
The daughter of a lady cared for by the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, is holding a fundraising day in her memory. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 31st July 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Volunteers up their VIVA!
26 July 2012
The annual Volunteer Investment and Value Audit has shown the value of volunteers to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Local couple thank DMH Lottery via Twitter!
26 July 2012
A Light Oaks couple scooped the £3,000 rollover prize from the DMH Lottery, then thanked us via Twitter! Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 24th July 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Hospice Chosen To Be Exhibition Charity
24 July 2012
Staffordshire's largest business inter-trading fair ‘Let’s Do Business’ delivered by North Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce has appointed Douglas Macmillan Hospice as this year’s exhibition charity. Read more...
Hospice Included in Fire Station Anniversary Celebrations
19 July 2012
Hanley Fire Station marked its first anniversary by releasing 1,000 balloons in aid of the Dougie Mac and the Donna Louise Childrens Hospice at a recent Open Day. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 17th July 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Hospice Shop Wins National Award
11 July 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice retail shop based in Meir has won a National Award. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 10th July 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Apedale Valley Light Railway teams up with Douglas Macmillan Hospice
09 July 2012
On July 7th, the Apedale Valley Light Railway hosted a fundraising day for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice (DMH). The railway, operated by the Moseley Railway Trust (MRT), will operate steam trains throughout the afternoon and profits from the day were donated to DMH. Read more...
Deadline Extended to Support Dougie Mac in Great North Run
04 July 2012
Runners who would like to support the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in this year’s Great North Run, now have until Friday 20th July to apply. The deadline for entries has been extended, from the original date of Sunday July 1st. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 26th June 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Pictures from Midnight to Sunrise Walk 2012
25 June 2012
Last Friday, over 700 female supporters took part in the Dougie Mac’s annual Midnight to Sunrise Walk. Read more...
Dougie Mac Kidsgrove Shop Now Open Sundays
21 June 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice shop in Kidsgrove is now open on Sundays. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 19th June 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Tea Rooms Launch Loyalty Card Scheme
19 June 2012
Staff and volunteers at Carmountside Tea Rooms have launched a brand new customer loyalty card. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 12th June 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Sam Spurs Supporters on at This Year’s Zumbathon
11 June 2012
Sam Brownsword, owner of Move2Fitness in Stoke-on-Trent, is one of the instructors involved in this year’s Dougie Mac Zumbathon. Read more...
Statement Regarding Thomas Swinburne
11 June 2012
It is with great sadness that we report the death of Mr. Thomas Swinburne. Read more...
Olympic Torch Visits Dougie Mac
08 June 2012
The Olympic Ambassador for the West Midlands paid a visit to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice this afternoon, with the Olympic torch. Read more...
Peter Smashes Fundraising Target
08 June 2012
Fundraising champion Peter Litherland has raised over £8,500 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 5th June 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
'The Most I've Ever Won Is A Bottle of Wine'
01 June 2012
These were the words of Kidsgrove resident Ade Burrell, shortly before he was presented with the racing bike he had won at the Dougie Mac Bike Ride. Read more...
Annual Golf Day Proves Big Hit
31 May 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice's Annual Golf Day proved a sterling success, with almost £23,000 raised for patient care. Read more...
Volunteers' Enormous Donation of Time
30 May 2012
Between April 2011 and March 2012 over 900 volunteers gave their gift of time to support the renowned work of the Dougie Mac. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 29th May 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Wayne's Fundraising Aim For Dougie Mac
29 May 2012
The Wheatsheaf public house in Northwood, are holding a Jubilee-themed fundraising day, to raise funds for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Trentham Group's £4,000 Fundraiser For 'Their Local Hospice'
29 May 2012
A community group called 'Trentham Hotel Round Table Friends', have raised over £4000 for Douglas Macmillan Hospice in memory of Geraldine Corbishley. Read more...
Dougie Mac Opens New Norton Shop
29 May 2012
Douglas Macmillan Hospice has opened its 16th shop, in Norton based on Knypersley Road. Read more...
Do You Want Another Fancy Drag Race?
29 May 2012
After the great turn out for our Fancy Drag Race on Sunday, we were wondering if our supporters would be clambering for more. Read more...
Dougie Mac Benefits from Golf Club’s Charity Day
29 May 2012
Westwood Golf Club in Leek recently held a Captains Charity Day, which saw members of various local clubs raise over £1,000 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice and the Joe Gilligan Trust. Read more...
Malcolm Puts His Best Dress On For Dougie Mac
28 May 2012
A Fenton man took part in the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Fancy Drag Race; to honour the memory of a number of his relatives yesterday. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 22nd May 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dying Matters Week
21 May 2012
Last week was Dying Matters Week. The National Council for Palliative Care is trying to get people talking about death. They want to change attitudes about death and encourage the public to talk about their wishes at the end of life. It’s in everyone’s interest to plan their death before it’s too late. Read more...
Pub Group Doll It Up For Dougie Mac
21 May 2012
A group of five men calling themselves the ‘Cross Keys Crumpets’ have signed up to take part in the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Fancy Drag Race. Read more...
Dougie Mac Bike Ride 2012 Reaction
21 May 2012
Over 600 cyclists took to the road, to take part in the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's Bike Ride yesterday. Read more...
Have You Taken Part in Will Week Yet?
16 May 2012
This week is the Dougie Mac's Will Week, giving supporters the opportunity to write or update a will for free as long as a donation is given to the hospice. Read more...
Where There’s a Will, There’s Way!
14 May 2012
A Longsdon-based lady is supporting the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Will Week for a 10th year. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 8th May 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Caledonian Canoe for Douglas Macmillan Hospice
04 May 2012
Mark Cornwall from Meir Park and 3 of his friends will be canoeing from Fort William to Inverness along the Caledonian Canal to raise money for the Dougie Mac. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 1st May 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
It Could Be You……£3,000 From The Dougie Mac!!
04 May 2012
Tickets for the Douglas Macmillan Grand Raffle have been sent to over 37,000 supporters of the Hospice. Read more...
Matt's Game For Fancy Drag Race
30 April 2012
A Stafford man is set to take part in the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's Fancy Drag Race, to show support for his friend's father. Read more...
Golfers Support the Annual Hospice Golf Day
25 April 2012
Nearly 180 golfers will be taking part in the ninth annual Douglas Macmillan Hospice Golf Day which takes place at Trentham Golf Club on Thursday 17th May. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 24th April 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Fancy Dress Store Offer Drag Race Discount
19 April 2012
A Stone-based Fancy Dress store is offering a 10% discount, to anyone signing up for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Fancy Drag Race. Read more...
Family Fish Out Frocks for Fancy Drag Race
18 April 2012
A Stoke on Trent lady has signed up her husband and two sons for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Fancy Drag Race. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 17th April 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Gallon Family Sign Up For Fancy Drag Race
16 April 2012
A father and his two sons have signed up for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's first ever Fancy Drag Race event. Read more...
Wayne Drags It Up For Dougie Mac
13 April 2012
Leek resident Wayne Lancaster has signed up for the Dougie Mac's first ever Fancy Drag Race, to honour the memory of his father in-law who was cared for by the Hospice. Read more...
Tributes Paid to Hospice Founder
13 April 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice has been informed of the death of one of its longest serving supporters. Doctor Kathleen McCartie was one of the founder members of the hospice and sat on the original steering group in 1969. Read more...
Hospice Lottery Hits Record Membership
11 April 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice Lottery membership now has over 20,000 regular members who have the chance each week to win a total prize fund of £3,500. Read more...
“I’ve been meaning to make a Will!”
11 April 2012
If this sounds familiar well maybe now is the time to actually do something about it!! Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 10th April 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 3rd April 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 27th March 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Hansons Hold Valuation Day in Aid of Hospice
28 March 2012
Auctioneers and Valuers, Hansons, are holding a free valuation day in aid of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 20th March 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 13th March 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Last Shift for Sister Carolyn
15 March 2012 (The Sentinel)
Popular nurse Carolyn Wilkinson has bid a fond farewell to patients and colleagues after nearly four decades of service. Read more...
Tee off for Dougie Mac Golf Day!
14 March 2012
Teams are now entering for the 9th Annual Douglas Macmillan Hospice Golf Day, which takes place at Trentham Golf Club on Thursday 17th May. Read more...
Dougie Mac Weekly News Round Up - 6th March
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice would like to thank local people for their continued support. We are not part of any National Charity, even those of a similar name. The Hospice needs voluntary donations of money, time, goods and services to maintain the quality of care that families across North Staffordshire depend on when facing terminal illness. Read more...
Fighters Fundraise for Hospice
06 March 2012
Ultimate Martial Arts based in Edlestone Road, Crewe will be holding a Thai Boxing Event on Saturday 24th March, raising proceeds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Charity Champion Andy Goes the Extra Mile for Dougie Mac
05 March 2012
A father and daughter from Blythe Bridge have signed for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 5K Run/Walk on April 1st. Read more...
5K Entry Date Extended
05 March 2012
Due to supporter demand, the entry date for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 5K Run/Walk has been extended to Monday 12th March. Read more...
Kidsgrove Rotary’s Donation Boots Hospice Funds
29 February 2012
The Kidsgrove Rotary Club has donated £1,000 to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Peter’s Westport Walk
29 February 2012
Peter Litherland has set himself a target to raise a minimum of £5,000 for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Dance Students Help Hospice
28 February 2011
Staffordshire University Students’ Union Dance Club presents Step Up & Dance, a student-led exhilarating dance competition supported by ‘World of Dance’ in aid of Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Love Your Local Hospice and Give!
16 February 2012
As February is the month of love, make it special for someone by donating to your local Hospice. Read more...
Linda Weighs In and Helps Hospice
10 February 2012
Knypersley resident Linda Kelly is using the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 5K Run/Walk event to help her complete a weight loss challenge. Read more...
Jacqueline Puts Best Foot Forward For Dougie Mac
08 February 2012
Cheddleton resident Jacqueline Hill; has signed up for the second year in a row for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s 5K Run/Walk which takes place on Sunday 1 st April at 9.45 am. Read more...
Local Shopping Village Raises over £9,000 for Dougie Mac
03 February 2012
Tenants based at the Freeport Shopping Villlage, Talke, Stoke on Trent, have been very active raising invaluable funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Stoke Lady Scoops £2,500 in Hospice Lottery
31 January 2012
Mrs Sam Gant from Packmoor, Stoke on Trent has scooped £2,500 in the Douglas Macmillan Hospice Rollover Jackpot fund. Read more...
Free Valuation Day in aid of Dougie Mac
26 January 2012
Hansons, the famous Auctioneers and Valuers, will be hosting a Free Valuation Day with donations being made to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Stoke Hotel raises £21,000 for Dougie Mac
26 January 2012
The Best Western Moat House Hotel based in Stoke on Trent has raised the fantastic sum of £21,000 for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Local Teacher on 10 Day Trek for Dougie Mac
24 January 2012
Amy Carter, a teacher who lives in Leek and teaches at the Hugo Meynell School in Market Drayton is planning a 10 day trek in South Africa in October in memory of her father who died with cancer in 2010. Read more...
Why Fitness and Fundraising Go Hand in Hand
24 January 2012
For many people the start of a new year carries with it that age old resolution of getting in shape. I’m sure we’ve all said it or contemplated it in the past. Read more...
Meir Cafe Launches Book Club
23 January 2012
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice's Meir Superstore is launching a book club in its cafe area. Read more...
Hospice Helpers Sign Up For Potters ‘Arf
23 January 2012
We recently told you about a recruitment drive for runners of this year’s Potters ‘Arf to support the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. The launch for this year’s annual running event took place on Saturday 21 st January. Read more...
Local Talent Raises Funds for Dougie Mac
11 January 2012
Almost 100 local performers will be involved in an evening of dance, drama and song in a showcase of outstanding local talent. Read more...
Hospice Recruit Runners for Potters ‘Arf 2012
04 January 2012
The Douglas Macmillan is on the hunt for supporters who are willing to run this year’s Potters ‘Arf, which takes place on Sunday 10th June, in aid of the Hospice. Read more...
Special Cinderella Performance for Dougie Mac
03 January 2011
A very special performance of Cinderella will take place for one night only at the Queens Theatre, Burslem this Saturday 7 th January at 7.00pm. Read more...
Hotel Raises a Glass to Dougie Mac
31 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Hundreds of revellers are due to visit the Best Western Moat House Hotel on Festival Park tonight to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Read more...
Peter’s Marathon Challenge in Memory of Sandra
28 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Superfit granddad Peter Litherland is in training for his 31 st marathon to raise cash for the hospice where his wife died. Read more...
Charity Singsong Raises Funds for Hospice
27 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Kind customers have raised £1,000 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in Blurton. Read more...
Stoke Fan Nathan's Crash Diet Pays Off - and Raises £1,000 for Charity
26 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
FULL of festive cheer, Nathan Denson toasted Christmas this year by losing two-and-a-half stone for charity. Read more...
Tickets on Sale for Hospice Raffle
24 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Tickets are now on sale for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's Winter Warmer Raffle. Read more...
Dougie Mac Receives Gift of Sponsorship
23 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Kind members of Hanley Economic Building Society have handed over a special present. Read more...
Hospice Volunteers Take Part in Concert
21 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Staff and volunteers spread messages of Christmas peace to patients at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Golf Day in aid of Dougie Mac
21 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Applications are being sought for a spring charity golf day. Read more...
Pupils Raise Cash for Charity
20 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Children are celebrating after raising £900 for charity. Read more...
Hospice Worker Retires After 15 Years
20 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Hospice staff have honoured a long-serving colleague who has retired after 15 years. Read more...
Volunteers Drum up Support for Festive Sing-a-longa
19 December 2011
Over 1,000 people sang their hearts out at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s annual Christmas Sing-a-longa. Read more...
Dougie Mac to Benefit from Text Santa, ITV’s new Christmas Charity Initiative
16 December 2011
As a member of national charity Help the Hospices, the Douglas Macmillan Hospice is delighted to be one of the causes benefiting from ITV’s major new charity appeal for Christmas, Text Santa. Read more...
Rory a Fund of Knowledge for Louise's Charity Bid
15 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
College lecturer Louise Stalder received some tips from veteran fund-raiser Rory Delap as she prepares to tackle the London Marathon in aid of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Customer Creates Matchstick Model of Pub
14 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
Pub regulars are being invited to take a closer look at a scale model of their watering hole. Read more...
Families Light up to Remember Lost Relatives at Douglas Macmillan Event
12 December 2011 (The Sentinel)
For the Day family, Douglas Macmillan Hospice's annual remembrance service is always a poignant moment. Read more...
Hospice Benefits from Building Society’s AGM
12 December 2011
As the first quarter of its financial year ended last month, The Hanley Economic Building Society has seen a 14 per cent rise in the number of mortgage applications compared to the same period in 2010. Read more...
Meet Santa at the Dougie Mac Cafe
09 December 2011
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s new Meir superstore is set to offer young customers the chance to meet Santa. Read more...
Volunteers Turn Out in Force for Pie, Mash and Gravy Night
08 December 2011
As part of our thank you to our volunteers over the Christmas period, we held at Pie, Mash and Gravy Night at the Hospice last night. Read more...
Christmas Tree Sales Set To Boost Dougie Mac Funds
08 December 2011
One of Stoke on Trent’s leading builder merchants is raising funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, by selling Christmas trees. Read more...
Hospice Shop Needs Your ‘Likes’ in Festive Window Competition
07 December 2011
The community page ‘It’s All About Alsager’ is running a competition to find the most festive shop window. Read more...
Oakamoor Pubs Raise Funds for Dougie Mac
07 December 2011
Customers of three public houses in Oakamoor held Darts and Skittles evenings over six weeks recently and raised £700 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Northwood School Look Forward to Sing-a-Longa for Dougie Mac
06 December 2011
Pupils from Northwood Broom Community High School, are ready to sing their hearts out, at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice's Christmas Sing-a-Longa event. Read more...
Stoke Company raises £11,870 for Hospice
06 December 2011
Staff at LA International Computer Consultants Ltd, based on Festival Park, Hanley have undertaken many and varied fundraising events throughout the year and have raised a fantastic £11,870 for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
We recently told you about an event being organised to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in memory of Ken Jones and Wendy Lyth. Here is how The Sentinel covered the event:
Caring Hospice Staff Win Families’ Thanks
5 December 2011
FRIENDS and family of two cancer victims held a fund-raising event in their memory to thank the hospice which cared for them. Read more...
Coffee Morning Raises over £400
November/December 2011 (Stone and Eccleshall Gazette)
At Pirehill First School’s Harvest Service their Key Stage 2 children performed a delightful play, Harvest Hope, which was enjoyed by the rest of the school and parents of the KS2 children. Read more...
Letters from Santa to benefit Dougie Mac
25 November 2011
A Stoke on Trent-based Freelance Writer is set to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice by producing customised letters from Santa. Read more...
College Pantomimes Bring Festive Cheer to Hospice
23 November 2011
Performing Arts students from Stoke on Trent College are helping to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice as they stage two pantomimes to get the festive season underway. Read more...
Invitation to a Christmas Sing-a-longa!
23 November 2011
Tickets are now on sale for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s Open Air Christmas Sing-a-longa , which takes place at Trentham Gardens on Sunday 18 th December at 4.00pm. Read more...
Patients Raise £600 for Dougie Mac with Christmas Raffle
16 November 2011
A Christmas themed raffle organised by patients at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice has raised over £600. Read more...
Dougie Mac Set to Honour Longest Serving Staff and Volunteers
14 November 2011
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice is set to reward its longest servants at their Celebration of Achievement awards tomorrow. Read more...
Dougie Mac Superstore Opens
14 November 2011
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice’s brand new superstore opened its doors this past weekend to massive queues. Read more...
MenCap team up with Dougie Mac for Clear Information Booklet
28 October 2011
Members of staff from the Douglas Macmillan Hospice have teamed up with MenCap, to produce an information booklet about the Hospice to assist people with learning disabilities. Read more....
Onnerley Golf Day Helps Hospice
26 October 2011
A recent Golf Day at Onnerley Golf Club raised monies for both the Japanese Tsunami and Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Smithfield Gets Spooky in Aid of Hospice
25 October 2011
Staff at the Smithfield pub have organised a Halloween party to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
White Star Shines for Dougie Mac This Halloween
24 October 2011
The White Star in Stoke are holding a Halloween fundraiser to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Stone Cricket Club Holds Fun Day to Thank Hospice
21 October 2011
On Sunday 4 December, Stone Cricket Club will be holding a Fun Day in aid of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Over 200 Already Sign up for £1 to Work Day
12 October 2011
Over 200 participants have already registered their commitment to raise funds on Friday 14 th October for the second Douglas Macmillan Hospice Bring a Pound to Work Day. Read more...
By Bringing a Pound to Work, You Can Support Your Local Hospice
30 September 2011
The Dougie Mac are looking forward to hosting their second ever ‘Bring a Pound to Work Day’ on Friday 14 th October. The event which is run in conjunction with popular local radio station Signal made its successful debut in 2010 raising in excess of £25,000 for the Blurton based hospice. Read more...
Douglas Macmillan Hospice Wins National Award for Innovation in Clinical Practice
28 September 2011
Douglas Macmillan Hospice has won the Help the Hospices and NGS Award for Innovation in Clinical Practice after impressing the judges with the building of 3 new community lodges which draws on the fundamental aspect of total holistic care. Read more...
Fancy Dress Company Holds Spooky Ball for Hospice
21 September 2011
VIP Fancy Dress Ltd are having their Halloween Charity Ball to raise funds for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Hospice Launches Carmountside Tea Room
21 September 2011
Douglas Macmillan Hospice will be running the newly refurbished tea room at Carmountside Crematorium. Read more...
'Dougie Mac' Tax Advice Clinic - 3rd to 14th October 2011
16 September 2011
Worried about how to complete your Tax Return? Panicking because you’re running out of time to meet the 31 st October deadline? Why not take advantage of a new Dougie Mac promotion being supported by local Accountancy firms. Read more...
DHL Open Their Gates for Dougie Mac
14 September 2011
DHL Supply Chain based at Radial Park, Sideway, are raising monies for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice by opening their car park on Saturday 24 th September when Stoke City entertain Manchester United. Read more...
Rollover Jackpot Reaches £4,000
09 September 2011
The rollover jackpot prize in the weekly Douglas Macmillan Hospice Lottery has reached a fantastic £4,000 which could be won when the next draw takes place next Friday. Read more...
Supporter Wins Big in Hospice’s Grand Raffle
09 September 2011
Reg Heath, aged 60 from Blythe Bridge, has scooped the First Prize of £3,000 in the Douglas Macmillan Hospice 2011 Grand Raffle. Read more...
JCB Team Bike and Hike up Snowdon in Memory of Colleague
09 September 2011
On Saturday 3 rd September, a team of workers from JCB cycled to and then hiked up Snowdon in aid of the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Volunteers Required for Tea Room Opening
07 September 2011
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice are looking forward to opening our first Tea Room later this month. The Tea Room is based at Carmountside Cemetery and Crematorium and will be open 7 days a week. Read more...
Community Centre Gets Quizzical In Aid of Hospice
02 September 2011
The Holy Church Community Centre, London Road, Newcastle are holding a Quiz Night on Thursday 8 th September starting at 8.30pm. Read more...
Dougie Mac Raises Over £10,000 with first ever Zumbathon
31 August 2011
In excess of £10,000 has been raised for patient care at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice by the first ever Dougie Mac Zumbathon. Read more...
Dougie Mac Hospice Makeover S.O.S.
30 August 2011
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice will be opening a brand new Super Store in Meir this autumn. It will be taking over the premises which had been the Kwik Save Supermarket until recently. Read more...
Slimmers Shed Pounds for DMH
26 August 2011
Approximately 200 people who attend a Chell-based Slimming World Group have lost a combined weight of 190 stone and 7lbs in 12 weeks. They also managed to raise a total of £620 through sponsorship, which is to be shared with Douglas Macmillan Hospice and Marie Curie Cancer Care. Read more...
Hospice Gets Bags of Help
22 August 2011 (The Sentinel)
Donations are being sought to help support a hospice. Read more...
Walking to the Pub will take on a New Meaning for a Group of Beer Lovers
17 August 2011 (The Sentinel)
Lee Farrington, landlord of the Greyhound, in Hartshill Road, Newcastle, is encouraging friends and pub-goers to join him on a 23-mile pub crawl between Titanic Brewery’s five inns. Read more...
Three Chefs Climb Ben Nevis for Hospice
17 August 2011 (The Sentinel)
Three chefs, who work at the Aston Marina, Stone, are climbing Ben Nevis for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
'Daring Females' raise £10,000 for Cancer Charities
16 August 2011
The six daring females from Wrights Pies headquarters who took part in a Calender Girls style photo shoot with nothing but sausage rolls and cream cakes to hide behind have raised a fantastic £10,000, which will be split between Douglas Macmillan Hospice and Cancer Research UK. Read more...
Dancers Say A Huge Thanks With Their Zumbathon
15 August 2011 (The Sentinel)
ZUMBA enthusiasts took part in a gruelling two-hour session to help raise £10,000 for a hospice and attempt a new world record. Read more...
Thanks a Million to Hospice Volunteers
12 August 2011 (The Sentinel)
More than 100 hospice volunteers have been thanked for their efforts at an afternoon tea party. Read more...
Cheadle Running Club Celebrate with 25 Hour Relay
12 August 2011
Cheadle Running Club are celebrating their 25 th Anniversary with a 25 hour relay, raising funds for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Hospice Zumbathon Gathers Pace
05 August 2011
Arrangements are well in hand for the World Record attempt for the largest Zumbathon ever, which takes place on Sunday 14 th August at Staffordshire University’s Leek Road Campus in Stoke on Trent. Read more...
Keith Repays Hospice for Brush with Death
03 August 2011 (The Sentinel)
CANCER survivor Keith Bragg hopes his new hobby will raise money for the charity which helped him recover. Read more...
Vale Support Two Local Hospices
02 August 2011
Port Vale Football Club has teamed up with Douglas Macmillan Hospice and Donna Louise Children’s Hospice Trust as part of the Football League’s official charity partnership with Help the Hospices. Read more...
Penkridge Pair Aiming for World Record for Dougie Mac
26 July 2011
Penkridge mother and daughter Sara Lawley and Rebecca Lawley, are some of the first to sign up for a ‘Zumbathon’ world record attempt to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Three Peaks Challenge Raises Money for Four Local Charities
22 July 2011
Adrian Brammer, who works for DHL, along with 27 of his colleagues completed the Three Peaks Challenge between 17 and 18 June. Read more...
Mother and Daughter's Tribute to Friend
18 July 2011 (The Stone and Eccleshall Gazette)
Susan and Leanne Jones from Barlaston, have paid tribute to close friend Eric Rushton, by taking part in the Midnight to Sunrise Walk 2011 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Hospice Wants to Break Record
16 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
The Douglas Macmillan Hospice are aiming to break a world record and raise £10,000 with a Zumbathon taking place at Staffordshire University. Read more...
“French Connection” Bike Ride Raises Over £10,000 for Dougie Mac
13 July 2011
Cheadle hairdresser Duncan Cowans, and a team of 14 dedicated cyclists have raised over £13,000 for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice with a sponsored bike ride from Paris to Stoke on Trent. Read more...
Outlet Offers Wild West Fun
13 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
Youngsters can dress up as cowboys and cowgirls at a shopping centre next weekend. Read more...
Tireless Mary Just Can’t Stop Working
12 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
An 87-year-old woman who has been a dedicated volunteer for eight years feels “privileged” to be able to help sick people. Read more...
Mark Gets on his Bike in Memory of Dad Michael
07 July 2011 (The Biddulph Chronicle)
A Biddulph man is saddling up to raise funds for the hospice that cared for his late father. Read more...
Race Night in Aid of Hospice
06 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
The husband of a 69-year-old who died from cancer hopes to raise £1,000 at an annual race night in her memory. Read more...
Joan Shops Around for Hospice Money
06 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
An 87-year old woman who has been a volunteer for more than 35 years says she will keep helping people for as long as she can. Read more...
Nursery Staff Stride out for Dougie Mac
06 July 2011 (Cheadle and Tean Times)
A well known nursery nurse took part in the Douglas Macmillan Midnight to Sunrise walk in memory of her father, last month. Read more...
Just the Ticket
05 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
Raffle ticket holders hopeful of winning a £3,000 top prize need to return their tickets this month. Read more...
Wood Donated to Help Hospice
04 July 2011 (The Sentinel) A Timber supplier has donated material to help out the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Read more...
Liz Goes The Extra Mile as Volunteer for Dougie Mac
04 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
PENSIONER Liz Quick has been at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice for more than 16 years. Read more...
Volunteer Helps Patients at Hospice Keep up Their Spirits
02 July 2011 (The Sentinel)
VOLUNTEER Mary Emery has been helping out a hospice for 16 years – but says she has no intention of slopping just yet. Read more...
Local Lads Get On Their Bikes for Hospice
01 July 2011
Andy Marsden and Vittorio Licata completed an amazing 155 mile bike ride from Blackpool to Scarborough to raise funds for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. The two 19-year-olds were part of a six man team who completed the trek, which began on Monday June 27 th and finished a day later. Read more...
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