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Cheshire East plans 1.99% Council Tax rise for next FOUR years

Cheshire East plans 1.99% Council Tax rise for next FOUR years

Cheshire East Council is proposing to increase Council Tax for thousands of residents by 1.99% for the next four years.

The authority says the proposal is necessary because of increased demand for vital services.

November 29, 2021
Round Up: Crewe Regional Sunday league latest

Round Up: Crewe Regional Sunday league latest

Cheshire Cheese beat Broadhurst FC 1-0 thanks to a goal from Aaron Davies in the Crewe Regional Premier Division.

Raven Salvador and Faddiley played out an entertaining 3-3 draw.

November 28, 2021
60 domestic abuse offenders arrested in Cheshire in 72 hours

60 domestic abuse offenders arrested in Cheshire in 72 hours

An operation aimed at targeting domestic abuse perpetrators in Cheshire led to 60 arrests in a 72-hour crackdown.

Cheshire Police ran Operation Guardians to target those suspected of committing domestic abuse while boosting the support available to victims and families.

November 28, 2021
New headteacher finds match at Calveley Primary Academy

New headteacher finds match at Calveley Primary Academy

It was a case of love at first sight for new Calveley Primary Academy headteacher Ray Rudd.

Ms Rudd has an impressive career in education, specialising in helping children with additional needs.

November 28, 2021
Christmas Drive-in cinema returns to Crewe in December

Christmas Drive-in cinema returns to Crewe in December

By Courtney Davies
Small Town Big Screen is bringing an inflatable screen to the Crewe Alexandra Stadium for their Christmas drive-in cinema this December.

As part of their north west Christmas tour, which includes towns like Morecambe, Fleetwood, Knutsford and Runcorn, it will be returning to Crewe from Monday December 20 until Wednesday December 22.

November 28, 2021
Cancer Research UK ‘Xmas Fair’ 2021 in Wistaston

Cancer Research UK ‘Xmas Fair’ 2021 in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
More than £2,500 was raised at the 65th Cancer Research UK ‘Xmas Fair’ at Wistaston Memorial Hall.

The event is organised annually by the Crewe & Nantwich Cancer Research UK Group.

November 27, 2021
Storm Arwen closes roads and rail services across Cheshire

Storm Arwen closes roads and rail services across Cheshire

Storm Arwen caused travel chaos across Cheshire as high winds brought down trees, blocking roads and railways.

The winds also brought down the Tree of Light in the centre of Nantwich.

November 27, 2021
Two men jailed following death of Audlem businessman

Two men jailed following death of Audlem businessman

A Wybunbury man has been jailed for six years after being found guilty of the manslaughter of an Audlem businessman.

Samuel Thorpe, 26, of Annions Lane, Wybunbury, was found guilty last month over the death of Adam Lovatt after a 10-day trial at Liverpool Crown Court.

November 27, 2021
Hope House “Santa Dash” returns to Nantwich in December

Hope House “Santa Dash” returns to Nantwich in December

Hundreds of Santas will be returning to Nantwich in December for the Hope House Children’s Hospices “Santa Dash”.

It’s the 10th year of the event, and this year will take place on December 12 at a new location, Reaseheath College.

November 26, 2021
Cheshire East Council launches “say hi to High Street” campaign

Cheshire East Council launches “say hi to High Street” campaign

Cheshire East Council has launched its winter phase of the “Say ‘hi’ to the High Street” campaign.

It includes advertisements and a social media campaign featuring videos promoting Nantwich and Cheshire East’s other 10 towns in the build-up to Christmas.

November 26, 2021
Mum’s charity bid in memory of husband backed by Nantwich salon

Mum’s charity bid in memory of husband backed by Nantwich salon

A mum-of-two gave up her crowning glory to raise money for charities close to her heart with help from a salon in Nantwich.

Wendy Brown, 44, had her waist length hair lopped off to boost finds for the British Heart Foundation, Diabetes UK and Cancer Research.

November 25, 2021
FEATURE: How to have a successful winter nets in cricket

FEATURE: How to have a successful winter nets in cricket

After a long summer season, cricket players all around the country enjoy a few months of mental and physical recovery.

But soon enough, the festive period passes, and new hopes and aspirations start to gather for the new season.

November 25, 2021
Tarporley racing driver Oliphant to take year out from motorsport

Tarporley racing driver Oliphant to take year out from motorsport

Tarporley-born British Touring Car Championship racer Tom Oliphant is taking a sabbatical from motorsport as he embarks on a new chapter in Australia.

After four seasons in the UK’s biggest motorsport championship, Oliphant is to step back from active competition in 2022 to support his fiancée Gen in her career.

November 25, 2021