A volunteer litter picker in Leek said his new role has given him routine and purpose after attempting to take his own life.

NHS England has yet to approve the project due to there being 'no funding route', trust bosses said.

Storytellers, dancers and drummers will create a range of performances throughout December.

A postman, butcher, pub landlord and others release a naked calendar for charity.

Organisers of Leek Beer Festival hope to make their event more welcoming for women.

Dozens of people have objected to plans for three beef rearing units at Westwood Hall Farm in Leek.

There are fears the unit could close amid its omission from plans to reform services.

The unit in Leek is not part of plans for new urgent treatment centres in Staffordshire.