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READER’S LETTER: CEC administration “snail pace” action on Active Travel

READER’S LETTER: CEC administration “snail pace” action on Active Travel

Dear Editor,

As Covid-19 tightened its grip on our country, CEC Leader Cllr Corcoran boasted of being able to cycle down the high street without the inconvenience of vehicles.

July 12, 2020
Nantwich Town 2020-21 squad takes shape ahead of pre-season training

Nantwich Town 2020-21 squad takes shape ahead of pre-season training

By Ryan Batty
Nantwich Town’s 2020-21 squad is taking shape with the team’s first new signing of the summer.

Full-back Michael Koral has signed for the Dabbers from 1874 Northwich, and Josh Langley (pictured) signs a new deal.

July 12, 2020
FEATURE: 5 ways to raise funds for your online business

FEATURE: 5 ways to raise funds for your online business

Today, just about anyone who wants to set up an online business can do so.

That doesn’t mean every business will be a resounding success — but even a personal blog can generate a little bit of spare income, done properly.

July 11, 2020
Police probe night-time crime spree in Willaston village

Police probe night-time crime spree in Willaston village

Police are investigating a crime spree in Willaston which saw cars vandalised, vehicles pelted with bricks and property damaged.

The incidents, believed to have been caused by youths, happened between 11pm (July 9) and 4am yesterday (July 10).

July 11, 2020
Work on Barony Park perimeter fence starts in Nantwich

Work on Barony Park perimeter fence starts in Nantwich

Work on erecting perimeter fencing around Barony Park to prevent unauthorised traveller encampments is underway.

But concerned campaigners say the fence erected so far is higher than the one agreed in plans.

July 10, 2020
Cheshire Police plea to drinkers over second weekend of pubs reopening

Cheshire Police plea to drinkers over second weekend of pubs reopening

Cheshire Police have issued a plea for drinkers to “help keep themselves and others safe” when visiting re-opened pubs, bars and restaurants this weekend.

It’s the second weekend such venues have been allowed to open, and police expect thousands more people to be out.

July 10, 2020
READER’S LETTER: Are we wasting CEC Leader’s “precious time”?

READER’S LETTER: Are we wasting CEC Leader’s “precious time”?

Dear Editor
At the most recent Cheshire East virtual Cabinet meeting, Cllr Sam Corcoran was irritated that questions to both himself and his Labour/Independent coalition Cabinet, from other equally elected Councillors, took up just over 40 minutes of the meeting.

July 10, 2020
Vehicle reg system back at Pyms Lane recycling centre

Vehicle reg system back at Pyms Lane recycling centre

Cheshire East Council has reintroduced a vehicle registration system at the Pyms Lane household waste recycling centre due to congestion.

July 10, 2020
Boughey lorry driver in Nantwich scoops UK title as “most improved”

Boughey lorry driver in Nantwich scoops UK title as “most improved”

Nantwich-based Boughey Distribution driver Dimka Ivanova has driven to success as UK’s number one!

Dimka has been named “Most Improved Driver” in the premier HGV driver awards which recognise outstanding driver performance and excellence.

July 8, 2020
Cheshire East given £340,000 of European cash for “welcome back” campaign

Cheshire East given £340,000 of European cash for “welcome back” campaign

Cheshire East Council has been offered up to £339,533 from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) to support the safe reopening of its high streets.

The council is working to prepare the borough’s high streets for more visitors returning as shops, restaurants, cafes and bars begin to reopen.

July 8, 2020
Two Nantwich teenagers at wheel of successful Youtube channel

Two Nantwich teenagers at wheel of successful Youtube channel

By Jonathan White
Two Nantwich teenagers are steering to success at the wheel of their popular website and Youtube channel.

Now Daniel Achterhuis and Matthew Love-Rouse are on the hunt for interesting vehicles and bikes to review.

July 7, 2020
Pavement parking crackdown promise by Cheshire East Council

Pavement parking crackdown promise by Cheshire East Council

Pavement parkers could face a crackdown under plans by Cheshire East Council.

The authority says it will target measures to ensure pedestrians, people with pushchairs, wheelchair users and the partially sighted are no longer impeded.

July 7, 2020
Love Lane parking meter - no sign

READER’S LETTER: Suspend all car park charges in Cheshire East

Dear Editor,

I have submitted this petition to Cheshire East Council. Please go on-line to sign it. https://moderngov.cheshireeast.gov.uk/ecMinutes/mgEPetitionDisplay.aspx?id=92

Suspend all car park charges in Cheshire East.

July 7, 2020