Forever grateful

THE General Election of May 2010 is now over and the Parliamentary process moves on, embracing new members and leaving behind democracies displaced.

It must be this time

THE Foxlowe is once again on the market, presenting a second chance for the people of Leek and indeed the Staffordshire Moorlands in general — an opportunity for a much-needed community arts centre.

Thanks from us all

MAY, Lisa and Bill would like to express their sincere thanks for all the help and support given to them at this year’s Werrington Well Dressing and Ye Olde Summer Fayre.

Not opposed to supermarkets, but the size really does matter

THERE appears to be a number of letters published in the local press which seem to be disengenuous or misunderstand the aims of Save Our Leek.

TV debates have shown up our politicians as nothing but actors

IT’S been one of the most nauseating election campaigns I can ever remember. There’s been more posturing by our so-called leading politicians than in a West End stage production.

All hail to St George

THE St George’s Day celebrations held on Saturday, April 24, in Leek were excellent.

EU opt-out the answer

THE most disturbing thing about the General Election is the way the voter has been fooled into believing that the three main party leaders can actually change anything for the better in this country.

Vote for real change now

WE have all been sickened by the recent MPs’ expenses scandal and yearn for something better.

Wishing a life away

IT HAS come to my notice that people never stop wishing. It seems to last a life long.

Better a leopard than a Tory tortoise

YOUR Werrington contributor behind the verses headlined “Spots never change” under the pen name of Fairplay must be close to Councillor Andrew Hart,

Undue pressure is applied by the Press.

I HAVE been extremely concerned about the statements that have been made in relation to the proposal by Sailability to build a new boat house at Rudyard Lake.



National News


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.

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.



National Sport

Finn in as England bat

Finn in as England bat

England's latest pace hope Steven Finn returned to international action today in the first npower Test against Pakistan at Trent Bridge.

Injury blow for Taylor

Injury blow for Taylor

Newcastle defender Steven Taylor is expected to be sidelined for the first three months of the new season.

Lennon draws on past experience

Lennon draws on past experience

Neil Lennon will remind his Celtic players he has already proved it is possible to win a Champions League return leg by four goals as he draws up plans to unleash Aiden McGeady on Braga next week.