Samia Smith has signed a new contract keeping her on the cobbles for another year.
Samia, who plays hairdresser Maria, is looking forward to seeing what the next twelve months holds for her character.
She said: "I've just signed up for another year, which is exciting. I think there's going to be lots of drama for her."
This new contract will keep her onscreen until late 2012.
Her love life will take a new turn shortly when boyfriend Chris leaves her to reunite with ex-wife, Cheryl, following his brain tumour diagnosis.
