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Ruby’s Fund SEND stay and play

Ruby’s Fund is a local Charity offering support to families of children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND). We run a SEND stay and play session fortnightly in Nantwich at the children’s centre. This takes place on the 2nd and 4th Friday of Each month from 10am-12pm – No booking required. We would love to see you there! Email[Read More…]

November 11, 2021
Year Six SATS “completely unfair” in 2022, claims CEC councillor

Year Six SATS “completely unfair” in 2022, claims CEC councillor

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A Cheshire East councillor has said it is “completely unfair” year six SATS are going ahead next year and asked whether the council plans to challenge it.

Cllr Laura Smith (Crewe South, Lab) told a meeting of the children and families committee she had an interest because she has a child in year six.

November 11, 2021
FEATURE: Top tips for new drivers

FEATURE: Top tips for new drivers

Finally passing your driving test could be one of the most rewarding times in your life, and you’re probably eager to get started.

With around 45% of young men and women having a full driving license before the age of 24, it’s important to be prepared.

November 11, 2021
46% of Cheshire East parents consent to school Covid vaccines

46% of Cheshire East parents consent to school Covid vaccines

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Nearly half the parents approached in Cheshire East have consented to their children receiving the Covid vaccination in schools.

Mark Bayley, head of service for education infrastructure and outcomes at the council, said 46% had so far agreed.

November 10, 2021
Cheshire Police launch charity canine crime-fighter calendar

Cheshire Police launch charity canine crime-fighter calendar

A fundraising calendar showcasing the role of Cheshire Police’s canine crimefighters has been launched.

Each month features one of the force’s dogs in action, highlighting the work they do supporting armed operations, chasing criminals and searching for missing people.

November 10, 2021
Reaseheath College and First Bus launch zero emission training

Reaseheath College and First Bus launch zero emission training

Reaseheath College and industry partner First Bus have launched UK’s first bus and coach engineering academy training apprentices in green technology.

The new academy opened this month in Nantwich on the A51 site formerly occupied by vehicle recycling company Synetiq.

November 10, 2021
Man in court over Joshua Spender road death

Man in court over Joshua Spender road death

A man from Market Drayton has appeared in court to face charges relating to a fatal collision in Crewe which led to the death of Joshua Spender.

Joshua, 23, was crossing the pedestrian crossing outside McDonalds in Macon Way when a van collided with him and failed to stop at the scene at 5.20pm on Friday 5 November

November 9, 2021
Shropshire Union Canal near Nantwich awarded Green Flag status

Shropshire Union Canal near Nantwich awarded Green Flag status

Large sections of Cheshire canals including the Shropshire Union near Nantwich have been awarded Green Flag status by Keep Britain Tidy.

The awards, now in their third decade, are given to outdoor spaces that boast best environmental standards, are beautifully maintained and have excellent visitor facilities.

November 9, 2021
Cheshire Police video warning on imitation firearms

Cheshire Police video warning on imitation firearms

A new Cheshire Police video warns people of the dangers of carrying BB guns and imitation firearms following recent incidents in the county.

Police chiefs want to highlight how dangerous it is to carry an imitation firearm who may mistakenly think they are “just having a laugh”.

November 9, 2021
Cheshire East unveils “ambitious” plan to transform bus services

Cheshire East unveils “ambitious” plan to transform bus services

Cheshire East Council has drawn up what it says are “ambitious plans” to transform bus services across the borough.

It hopes the Cheshire East Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) will boost the number of people using buses, which has fallen 24% in the past decade.

November 8, 2021
Shavington residents campaign against boundary change plans

Shavington residents campaign against boundary change plans

Residents are joining Shavington-cum-Gresty Parish councillors in campaigning against plans to change their parish boundary.

Cheshire East Council has published a plan to break up the parish of Shavington-cum-Gresty.

November 8, 2021
Reaseheath College celebrates 100 years of cheesemaking at show

Reaseheath College celebrates 100 years of cheesemaking at show

Reaseheath College in Nantwich celebrated 100 years of cheesemaking at the International Cheese and Dairy Awards – the world’s largest cheese and dairy show.

The college has been training dairy students since its launch as the Cheshire School of Agriculture in 1921.

November 8, 2021
Leaders Betley beaten by Winnington in Crewe Regional league

Leaders Betley beaten by Winnington in Crewe Regional league

Crewe Regional Premier Division leaders Betley FC lost 2-0 at Winnington SC.

Jack Duffy netted both goals for Winnington to topple the table-toppers.

November 7, 2021