Articles by: Editor

Christmas gift for Nantwich Riding for the Disabled

Christmas gift for Nantwich Riding for the Disabled

Christmas came early for Nantwich and District Riding for the Disabled, based at Reaseheath College’s Equine Department.

Janet Maughan, of Overwater Marina, presented RDA volunteers Irene Pawsey and Liz Cleghorn and Bobby the pony with a donation instead of sending out Christmas cards to the marina’s clients and suppliers.

December 26, 2019
Man left critical as police appeal over A51 Nantwich bypass crash

Man left critical as police appeal over A51 Nantwich bypass crash

A man is fighting for his life after the horror crash on the A51 Nantwich Bypass last week.

The 37-year-old local man was driving a Mini which was in collision with a BMW on the road between Cheerbrook roundabout (A500) and Peacock roundabout (A534).

December 24, 2019
Rise in homeless Cheshire families in temporary accommodation

Rise in homeless Cheshire families in temporary accommodation

By Stephen Topping
The number of homeless households in temporary accommodation across Cheshire has risen year-on-year, according to new Government figures.

December 24, 2019
Rural flooding victims in South Cheshire blast council response

Rural flooding victims in South Cheshire blast council response

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Residents in parts of rural South Cheshire hit by repeat flooding since October fear they are being ignored by Cheshire East Council.

The area was hit by heavy rain throughout the autumn, but drainage is still struggling to cope with blocked gullies leaving nowhere for surface water running from farmland to travel.

December 24, 2019
Man held at knifepoint and robbed in Crewe

Man held at knifepoint and robbed in Crewe

A man was held at knifepoint and robbed in Crewe as he unloaded shopping bags from his car, detectives say.

The incident happened as the 38-year-old victim parked his car behind Lina’s Nail Bar on Hungerford Road at around 7.15pm on Friday (December 20).

December 24, 2019
Thieves swipe Rudolph from Willaston garden

Thieves swipe Rudolph from Willaston garden

A householder in Willaston is appealing for the return of Rudolph, who was swiped from his garden by thieves.

The light-up Rudolph structure was taken from Andrew Cox’s front garden in Colleys Lane, between midnight and 4pm on Wednesday December 18.

December 23, 2019
Cheshire East to raise taxes on landlords with empty properties

Cheshire East to raise taxes on landlords with empty properties

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Landlords with longer-term empty properties face higher taxes as Cheshire East Council looks to toughen its stance.

The local authority increased a premium on empty properties in April 2019 – meaning owners of homes stood empty for at least two years pay double the amount of council tax other households pay.

December 23, 2019
What is the Football Stock Market and is it for me?

What is the Football Stock Market and is it for me?

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December 23, 2019
Readers’ Letters: British Heart Foundation Christmas message

Readers’ Letters: British Heart Foundation Christmas message

Dear Editor
Whilst most people’s Christmas wish lists this year will consist of many-a-material good, I assure you that the Christmas wishes of thousands of people in the North West this year, look quite different.

December 23, 2019
Council teams review resident feedback over travellers site plan

Council teams review resident feedback over travellers site plan

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council officers are working through thousands of responses from residents on a key document that could pave the way for a new travellers transit site in the borough.

The council ran a public consultation on the draft Site Allocations and Development Policies Document (SADPD) – the second part of the council’s local plan – in August and September.

December 23, 2019
Festive families light up their houses across South Cheshire

Festive families light up their houses across South Cheshire

Keen photographer Jonathan White has been out and about once again to capture the dazzling display of festive homes across South Cheshire.

These images show families have been busy as ever decorating their properties and helping to light up Christmas for young and old.

December 23, 2019
Bridge Inn move to top spot in Crewe Regional Division One

Bridge Inn move to top spot in Crewe Regional Division One

Bridge Inn moved to top spot in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Division One after beating Sydney Arms.

In only one of three matches scheduled to play, Bridge triumphed 6-3.

December 23, 2019
Nantwich pub boss hits out at signed picture thief

Nantwich pub boss hits out at signed picture thief

A Nantwich pub landlord has appealed for the return of a prized picture stolen from his pub wall.

Ben Taylor-Jones, who runs the Wilbraham Arms on Welsh Row, found his 15-year-old picture of Bob Dylan had been ripped the pub wall and stolen earlier this week.

December 22, 2019