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Business really buzzing for entrepreneurial mum

WHEN Julie Smith heard about the plight of the bee she decided to start a hobby which has progressed into a full-scale business.

New guide pointing the way for town's tourists

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A BROCHURE has been launched highlighting the best of Leek's independent shopping and tourist attractions.

Apprentice helps firms bid to conquer the USA

Annabel McMahon and Chris Smith

AN AWARD-WINNING Leek business that designs fashionable clothing for disabled youngsters has taken on a new apprentice in a bid to break America.

Agricultural giant set to make the move to Leek

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A NATIONAL agricultural dealership is celebrating 60 years of service by opening a second branch in Leek.

Well fancy that - party goods in shop next door

Diane and Wayne Butler

THE OWNERS of a fancy dress shop in Leek are hoping an expansion to her business could be just the tonic.

Designer range brings in trade from far and wide

Bibelot

A LEEK shop has acquired the exclusive rights to a big-name designer brand. Bibelot, situated in Getliffe's Yard, will now be the only shop to sell key Cath Kidston products within a 13-mile radius.

Takeaway's new boss is a chip off the old block

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FOR a Leek fish and chip shop owner the takeover of his takeaway is proving something of a family affair.








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Documentary charts Cameron victory

Documentary charts Cameron victory

On the eve of entering 10 Downing Street as Prime Minister, David Cameron was convinced that his bid to oust Gordon Brown had failed and the Conservatives would remain in opposition, it has been revealed.

Overseas child abductions 'on rise'

Overseas child abductions 'on rise'

The number of British children abducted by a parent and taken overseas has risen in the past year, Government figures have revealed.

Teenage boy dies in sea tragedy

Teenage boy dies in sea tragedy

A 14-year-old boy has died after being pulled out of the sea following a three-hour search operation, police said.