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Chef reunited with family claims wrong mugshot has put him in frame for Italian murder

Edmond Arapi is fighting to clear his name after being arrested and faces possible extradition for  a murder in Italy he says he did not commit. Below, Edmond with his wife  Georgina and daughter Sarina.

A FATHER-of-two who was arrested over a murder in Italy has been reunited with his family after being released on bail.

Chef Edmond Arapi was detained at Gatwick Airport as he returned from a holiday in the country of his birth, Albania, with his family on June 16.

At an extradition hearing in London last week, the 29-year-old...

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In brief

DRESDEN: A man has appeared before North Staffordshire magistrates accused of carrying out a robbery at a convenience store on Monday. Alan Joseph Busby, aged 23, of no fixed address, is...


In brief

CELLARHEAD: Dog owners are being urged to take extra care with their pets during the hot weather. Cellarhead-based charity Animal Lifeline has appealed for dogs not to be left in hot places...


Thousands have a flutter as sun shines on Fire and Rain

Ten thousand people enjoyed Britannia's Summer National at the weekend. Below left, a couple celebrate a win. Centre.  family day out for Dave Williams, Martin Newton, Maisy Williams and Janet Luton. Below right, Sarah Thornhill meets some  Star Wars   characters.   Pictures by Malcolm Hart

TEN thousand staff and savers tried to beat the bookies as Britannia Building Society enjoyed its annual day at the races. For the...

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Dual role sees bus driver become cadet commander by night

Army Cadet Instructor James Shemmeld in uniform at Alton Towers.

BY DAY, James Shemmeld can usually be found ferrying thrill seekers around Alton Towers in his trusty bus. But at night, James pulls on...

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Decade of expansion could create more than 700 jobs

ALTON Towers is set to create more than 700 jobs as it develops entertainment to cater for families all year round. Theme park bosses have unveiled a 10-year plan to build new rides or...

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Cancer survivor and colleague prepare for daredevil charity leap

Amanda Millward, left, and Tracey Butterworth.

A WOMAN who won her fight against cancer is helping to raise money for the hospital where she was treated. Amanda Millward, aged 36,...

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Celebrations as dance school pupils all pass their examinations

Street Dancers, from the top; Chelsea Williams, Katie Knight and Chelsea Lovatt.

YOUNGSTERS at a dance school in Leek are celebrating after passing their first exams. The Sharon Spooner Dance School was launched in...

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Tributes paid to the 'sheer guts' of town's greatest sportsman

Roy Fowler died at his home early on Saturday morning at the age of 75.

LEEK is mourning one of its greatest sportsman after international runner Roy Fowler died at his home early on Saturday at the age of...

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Market's decline leaves £40,000 hole in finances

Leek market is to move location while work is carried out on Market Square.

LEEK'S outdoor market - which is set to be relocated for 14 weeks - has cost tax payers more than £40,000 in the last year. Occupancy...

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Hundreds will join traditional town procession

MORE than 800 people are expected to be involved later this month with a tradition dating back almost 200 years. The annual Leek Club Day – or walking round day – continues to...

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Potters value for money as they secure thrilling victory

ON YOUR MARKS: Stoke Eazy Rider Potters skipper Lee Complin, second right, lines up with team-mate Jesper Kristiansen, far left, and Newport riders Shelby Rutherford and Jordan Frampton during the clash at Loomer Road.  Picture: Claire Perkins

STOKE Eazy Rider Potters were given a fright by Newport before securing a 51-39 home victory in a meeting full of hard racing from start to finish.

Newport led until a 5-1 from Jason Bunyan and Jesper Kristiansen in heat 10, after Wasps' Chris Kerr had lifted alarmingly going in to the pits turn.

And Newport were still in with a...

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Bowls: Women on course for county honours

LEADING THE WAY: County captain Kerry Morris helped inspire the Potteries and District team to a thumping win against Derbyshire.

THE Potteries and District county team produced one of their best team performances for a long time to beat Derbyshire and keep alive...

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Boss urges hit-man to snub Rangers move

Young Leek Town striker Ben Mills.

STRIKER Ben Mills has been warned against making a 'step too far' following renewed interest from Stafford Rangers. The 20-year-old...

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Cooper says last goodbye to the Blues

GOALKEEPER Matt Cooper – who made a surprise appearance for Glossop at Wembley in the FA Vase defeat against Whitley Bay – is set to exit Harrison Park. The 20-year old stopper,...

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Bebington shows pedigree as she powers her way to double World Cup gold joy

Bebington shows pedigree as she powers her way to double World Cup gold joy

ANNA Bebington reinforced her status as one of the world's elite rowers after claming double gold in the opening World Cup regatta in...

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Letters

Driver should feel shame after parking

Driver should feel shame after parking

I frequently visit Brough Park with my wheelchair bound mother-in-law, who is now in her 90th year.

On Monday June 22, we were appalled by the number of vehicles, clearly without Blue Badges, parked in the disabled bays.

The worst offender – as seen in the submitted photograph – parked across two bays, without any...

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Green shoots of Euro-popularity

MAY I thank all Post & Times readers who voted Green in the recent European Elections. A total of 88,244 people voted Green in the West Midlands, which is 16,000 more votes than we...

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Ideas should inspire action

The many who attended the "Transition Town" event at St Edwards Middle School in Leek last Thursday night will, I'm sure, come away with the mixed feelings of being daunted and inspired....

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Charity boat race fun was sunk by inconsistent rules

Racers at  this year's dragon boat race organised by Rudyard-based Sailability.

It is with regret I feel compelled enough to write to the Post & Times having just taken part in the charity dragon boat race day...

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Horse mess is not harmful

After reading the correspondence regarding horse droppings over the last few weeks in the Post & Times, I felt it might be useful to clarify the difference between the waste products of...

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