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Dualling of A500 one step closer with £53 million Government pot

Dualling of A500 one step closer with £53 million Government pot

A project to dual the A500 between the M6 and Meremoor Moss roundabout has moved closer with £53 million of Government funding secured.

The £68.7 million scheme has now secured programme entry subject to final approval, says Cheshire East Council.

July 24, 2020
Cheshire East Council offers 4 days of free car parking in Nantwich

Cheshire East Council offers 4 days of free car parking in Nantwich

Cheshire East Council has offered Nantwich residents and visitors four days of free car parking later this year.

However, the offer is unlikely to appease many who are angry at parking charges being re-introduced by the authority after suspension of charges during lockdown.

July 24, 2020
Cheshire Police and CEC urge residents to follow new face covering rules

Cheshire Police and CEC urge residents to follow new face covering rules

Residents in South Cheshire are being urged to follow new coronavirus legislation as face coverings in shops becomes mandatory from today (July 24).

All residents over the age of 11 must wear a face covering inside all retail stores and supermarkets, unless they have medical reasons not to.

July 24, 2020
Joe Malkin celebrates the equaliser

Nantwich Town striker Malkin given training chance with Crewe Alex

Nantwich Town striker Joe Malkin is training with Crewe Alexandra, the newly promoted League One club has confirmed.

Malkin has been a big hit with the Dabbers in the last two seasons, scoring a bundle of goals in attack.

July 22, 2020
READER’S LETTER: #BackTheBHF and help millions with heart disease

READER’S LETTER: #BackTheBHF and help millions with heart disease

Dear Editor,

We’ve all felt the strain of lockdown these past few months, which means that looking after our physical and mental health is extremely important.

July 22, 2020
Shoppers in Nantwich town centre

Council to explore “Nantwich Buddies” town centre scheme

Town councillors are to consider launching a “Nantwich Buddies” scheme to help visitors and shoppers in the town centre.

The idea, based on existing schemes in nearby Chester and other towns, would see volunteers in high-vis jackets around the town acting as helpers and advisors.

July 22, 2020
Andrew Martin and Peter Groves

READER’S LETTER: CEC “huge mistake” with thoughtless parking charges

Dear Editor,
We wholeheartedly agree with our fellow Nantwich Town Councillor, Cllr David Marren, regarding the recent payment changes Cheshire East Council has made to its Pay and Display Machines on its car parks.

July 21, 2020
New COVID-19 “Outbreak Response Group” formed in Cheshire

New COVID-19 “Outbreak Response Group” formed in Cheshire

Leaders from across Cheshire have formed an “Outbreak Response Co-ordination Group” to combat the continuing threat from Covid-19.

It aims to provide an effective response across all four council areas with the police, NHS, and business leaders.

July 21, 2020
Cheshire College young entrepreneurs scoop national accolade

Cheshire College young entrepreneurs scoop national accolade

A team of budding entrepreneurs at Cheshire College – South & West beat off many strong challengers at this year’s Young Enterprise Competition.

They won the “Best Presentation” category as well as being awarded runner up in the “Company of the Year” category.

July 21, 2020
Councillors desperate to improve public toilets shortage in Nantwich

Councillors desperate to improve public toilets shortage in Nantwich

Town councillors in Nantwich are desperate to boost the number of public toilets in the town – to prevent visitors and shoppers getting caught short.

The number of public toilets has dwindled over the past few years, and the only one remaining is by the indoor market hall.

July 20, 2020
Kieran Mullan MP

MP Kieran Mullan criticises decision to allow Muller development in Stapeley

Crewe & Nantwich MP Dr Kieran Mullan has criticised the decision by the Secretary of State to allow the Muller Development to go ahead in Stapeley.

Nantwich South and Stapeley Conservative Councillors Andrew Martin and Peter Groves have long been against the development as was previous Conservative MP Edward Timpson.

July 20, 2020
READER’S LETTER: Conservatives “did nothing” towards CEC active travel budget

READER’S LETTER: Conservatives “did nothing” towards CEC active travel budget

Dear Editor,
In the years that Cllr David Brown has been a Cheshire East borough councillor, he was the portfolio holder for highways and deputy leader of Cheshire East Council, until he lost his position due to a police enquiry over funding.

July 20, 2020
Bentley main partner for Cheshire East Virtual Pride 2020

Bentley main partner for Cheshire East Virtual Pride 2020

Bentley Motors have teamed up with Cheshire East Council as the main partner of the Cheshire East Virtual Pride 2020.

The partnership with the Crewe-based luxury car-maker signifies a major step up for the profile of Pride events in Cheshire.

July 20, 2020