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Project Playgrounds transforms play area at Nantwich primary school

Project Playgrounds transforms play area at Nantwich primary school

A primary school playground in Nantwich has been transformed after pupils teamed up with a company to deliver a new outdoor space.

Thermapply, through its play marking solution Project Playgrounds, worked with youngsters at St Oswald’s Primary School in Worleston.

December 6, 2025
South Cheshire Harriers to host “Secret Bunker” runs

South Cheshire Harriers to host “Secret Bunker” runs

South Cheshire Harriers are to stage two races in one day – and both finishing at the Secret Bunker near Nantwich!

The “Secret Half & Secret 20 Miler” will take place on March 15 next year and entries are now open.

December 5, 2025
Acton St Mary’s Church to stage “Storybook Christmas” Tree Festival

Acton St Mary’s Church to stage “Storybook Christmas” Tree Festival

By Jonathan White
St Mary’s Church in Acton is gearing up to welcome visitors to its annual Christmas Tree Festival from tomorrow (December 5th) to Sunday December 7th.

This year’s theme is “A Storybook Christmas” with its showcase of Christmas trees inspired by favourite tales and characters, each one sponsored and decorated by parishioners, local groups, and businesses.

December 4, 2025
Small Bunbury developments approval despite councillor fears

Small Bunbury developments approval despite councillor fears

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has granted permission “in principle” for two separate small developments in Bunbury.

But councillors have raised concerns that both sites could be for large houses ‘which are not needed’.

December 4, 2025
Nantwich swimmer takes the plunge for charity challenge

Nantwich swimmer takes the plunge for charity challenge

A determined Nantwich swimmer with cerebral palsy is making waves for a cause close to her heart.

Caroline Jones, 58, is taking on a month-long charity challenge in aid of Hope House & Tŷ Gobaith children’s hospices.

December 4, 2025
Thousands raised in memory of Wistaston youngster Georgy Capener

Thousands raised in memory of Wistaston youngster Georgy Capener

Thousands of pounds have been raised in memory of a Wistaston youngster who died of a rare cancer.

More than £3,500 was raised at a charity night held at Shavington Club in aid of the Owen McVeigh Foundation.

December 4, 2025
Help RSPCA Stapeley Grange raise funds for wildlife this winter

Help RSPCA Stapeley Grange raise funds for wildlife this winter

Stapeley Grange RSPCA centre will be staging two Christmas events this winter to raise vital funds for their work.

The London Road centre, which includes a wildlife centre and cattery, will be holding a Christmas Fair this Sunday December 7th between 12pm and 5pm.

December 4, 2025
What you need to prepare when you move areas

What you need to prepare when you move areas

Moving to a new area can be an exciting fresh start, but it also requires careful planning.

Whether relocating for work, family or lifestyle reasons, ensuring a smooth transition involves more than just packing boxes.

December 3, 2025
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Cheshire East spends £200K probing complaints about councillors

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council spent the equivalent of nearly £202,000 in staff time investigating complaints about councillors in 2024/25.

A total of 44 complaints were received by the monitoring officer during the last financial year. Of these, 36 related to town or parish councillors.

December 3, 2025
Nantwich Concert Band strikes gold at regional festival

Nantwich Concert Band strikes gold at regional festival

Nantwich Concert Band is celebrating after earning a Gold Award in the Community Wind Band category at the National Concert Band Festival (NCBF) Regional event in Telford.

It marks the band’s first NCBF appearance in many years, making the achievement even more impressive.

December 3, 2025
Women’s safety organisation in South Cheshire secures charity status

Women’s safety organisation in South Cheshire secures charity status

A South Cheshire organisation dedicated to making society safer for women and girls is celebrating official registered charity status.

Guests at the Alpha Omega Women Peace & Security (WPS) Foundation annual fundraising ball stood to cheer as the announcement was made in a packed Crewe Hall events centre.

December 3, 2025
Cheshire East to receive £77.4 million to repair roads and potholes

Cheshire East to receive £77.4 million to repair roads and potholes

Cheshire East Council is set to receive a record funding boost of £77.4 million for fixing roads and potholes.

And there is another £29 million available if the authority publishes “clear pothole and maintenance data”.

December 3, 2025
Former Cheshire East Council leader Michael Jones dies

Former Cheshire East Council leader Michael Jones dies

The former Cheshire East Council leader Michael Jones, who represented Bunbury ward, has died at the age of 61.

Mr Jones was first elected to Cheshire East as the Conservative ward member for Bunbury in 2011 and became council leader the following year.

December 2, 2025