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Cheshire East Council to change booking system for Pyms Lane tip

Cheshire East Council to change booking system for Pyms Lane tip

Cheshire East Council is having to change its booking system for tips because the closure of three sites has sparked long queues at others causing “significant” traffic hazards, writes Belinda Ryan.

The existing household waste recycling centre booking system operates at weekends only and was introduced in August 2024.

January 23, 2026
Cheshire Police issue warning over counterfeit notes

Cheshire Police issue warning over counterfeit notes

Cheshire Police are warning residents to be vigilant following reports of counterfeit notes being offered for payment across the county.

Police have received more than 30 reports in a month of people trying to pay for goods with fake notes across the county.

January 22, 2026
Plans for 120 homes in Shavington green gap set for approval

Plans for 120 homes in Shavington green gap set for approval

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans for up to 120 homes in the green gap at Shavington have been recommended for approval because Cheshire East doesn’t have a five-year housing land supply.

The application site, in open countryside west of Crewe Road and south of Gresty Lane, comprises 5.8 hectares of agricultural land.

January 22, 2026
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Popular Audlem pub The Shroppie Fly to close for four-week revamp

Popular canalside pub The Shroppie Fly in Audlem is to close on January 26th for four weeks for a £200,000 refurbishment by Heineken-owned Star Pubs.

Bosses of the community and destination pub say it will reopen on February 26th with a new menu, wider drinks selection and improved sports offer.

January 22, 2026
Three-vehicle smash closes A51 Nantwich Bypass at Willaston

Three-vehicle smash closes A51 Nantwich Bypass at Willaston

Firefighters had to cut the roof off a vehicle to free a trapped driver injured in a three-car smash in Nantwich.

The accident closed the A51 Nantwich Bypass at Willaston shortly before 7.30pm tonight (January 21).

January 21, 2026
New teaching block unveiled at Tarporley High School

New teaching block unveiled at Tarporley High School

Tarporley High School has unveiled its major new teaching block, marking a significant milestone for the school and its community.

The new 9,900 sq ft building provides 12 new classrooms, two of which are designed for advanced digital learning, as well as accessible toilets, new storage areas and a bright, welcoming environment for teaching and learning.

January 21, 2026
Why visiting a music store still matters in a digital age

Why visiting a music store still matters in a digital age

The importance of physical retail is often underestimated in a world where almost anything can be ordered with a single click.

Nonetheless, novice and experienced artists should visit a physical music store for the best experience.

January 21, 2026
Wybunbury councillor warns over location of new primary school

Wybunbury councillor warns over location of new primary school

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A Wybunbury councillor says a new school on the outskirts of Crewe is desperately needed but if children can’t access it safely it shouldn’t be built there.

Cllr Janet Clowes was speaking about proposals to build a new primary school at Basford East.

January 21, 2026
Nantwich Town reach Cheshire Cup semi-finals after beating holders Runcorn

Nantwich Town reach Cheshire Cup semi-finals after beating holders Runcorn

Nantwich Town have reached the semi-finals of the Cheshire Senior Cup after a deserved 2-0 win over holders Runcorn Linnets in the quarter-finals.

Goals from Callum Saunders and Alex Panter helped the Dabbers to victory.

January 21, 2026
8 essential gifts for someone who’s pregnant this Winter

8 essential gifts for someone who’s pregnant this Winter

Buying gifts for pregnant friends is tricky. Get them baby stuff? Feels presumptuous. Regular gifts?

Their body’s changing daily – nothing fits or feels right. Winter pregnancy adds another layer of complexity.

January 20, 2026
Nantwich burglar one of two jailed for Tarvin crimes

Nantwich burglar one of two jailed for Tarvin crimes

Two burglars including one from Nantwich have been jailed after admitting targeting properties in the Tarvin area.

Adam Wilson, of High Street, Nantwich, and Simon Dolman were sentenced after pleading guilty to burglary, attempted burglary, theft of a motor vehicle and fraud by false representation.

January 20, 2026
More dental appointments available for South Cheshire residents

More dental appointments available for South Cheshire residents

Extra appointments have been available for people in South Cheshire who need urgent dental care, including for those who don’t have a usual dentist.

It is part of the 700,000 extra urgent dental appointments being rolled out across the country, announced by the government in February last year.

January 20, 2026
Nantwich lingerie store to host event with AWWA founders

Nantwich lingerie store to host event with AWWA founders

A Nantwich lingerie store is to host a “Body Confidence” event with the co-founders Accepting Who We Are (AWWA) Rachel Peru and Tina Boden.

The event will take place at Foundations on Hospital Street on Saturday February 7th between 11am – 2pm.

January 20, 2026