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Probe begins into cause of Beechmere complex fire in Crewe

Probe begins into cause of Beechmere complex fire in Crewe

Cheshire Fire investigators are now probing the cause of the blaze which ripped through the Beechmere residential complex in Crewe.

Early indications suggest it was not a deliberate act, and the focus will be as much on how the fire spread so quickly and with devastating effect.

August 11, 2019
44 “affordable” homes bid in Shavington rejected by councillors

44 “affordable” homes bid in Shavington rejected by councillors

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
A bid to revive plans for new homes on a stretch of Shavington countryside has been rebuffed by councillors.

Keyworker Homes and the Guinness Partnership wanted to build 44 affordable homes in Newcastle Road – on land to the west of the Esso garage.

August 11, 2019
Councillors back plans for mental health school in South Cheshire

Councillors back plans for mental health school in South Cheshire

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
A new school specialising in mental health will be built in Crewe after councillors unanimously approved the ‘fabulous’ plans.

Cheshire East Council was one of 14 local authorities chosen by Government last April to become home to a new free school for pupils with special educational needs or disability (SEND).

August 11, 2019
Nantwich Town fall to 2-1 loss in pre-season friendly with Leek

Nantwich Town fall to 2-1 loss in pre-season friendly with Leek

Nantwich Town completed their pre-season preparations with a 2-1 home defeat to leek Town.

A deflected effort in the 76th minute for the visitors was enough to seal the win at Weaver Stadium yesterday (August 10).

August 11, 2019
New Grand Junction retail park access road rejected by councillors

New Grand Junction retail park access road rejected by councillors

By Stephen Topping
Plans for a new slip road entrance to Grand Junction retail park in Crewe – which would have cut across an existing cycleway – have been rejected by councillors.

Members of Cheshire East Council’s southern planning committee warned the road would be dangerous for pedestrians and an inconvenience to cyclists

August 10, 2019
The rise of Peer to Peer (P2P) Property Lending

The rise of Peer to Peer (P2P) Property Lending

Owning a property is gradually becoming a viable investment, as its value is always on the increase.

A significant part of property investment is the buy-to-let market which seems to be unstoppable.

August 10, 2019
Woman and children rescued from car trapped in floods

Woman and children rescued from car trapped in floods

A woman and three children had to be rescued after their car became trapped in floods in Audlem.

It happened on Green Lane at around 9pm last night (August 9)

August 10, 2019

The Wingate Centre Holiday Club

The Wingate Centre is running a holiday club for primary school age children on 27/28 and 29 August 2019 9am – 4 pm. Activities include multi sports, arts and crafts, dance and drama, gym based activities and trampolining. Just bring a packed lunch, drinks, indoor and outdoor clothing and join in the fun! £20 per child per day. Email [email protected][Read More…]

August 9, 2019
Community praised after huge blaze at Crewe residential complex

Community praised after huge blaze at Crewe residential complex

Police and fire chiefs have praised Crewe communities for rallying around after a massive fire ripped through a residential complex in the town.

More than 150 people were evacuated during the incident on Rolls Avenue and fire crews are still on the scene tackling the fire.

August 9, 2019
Giant bee sculpture unveiled by Snugburys near Nantwich

Giant bee sculpture unveiled by Snugburys near Nantwich

Snugburys have unveiled their latest stunning sculpture – and it’s creating a real buzz already!

This giant bee stands 40ft tall and is made of straw and hand split wood.

August 9, 2019
150 evacuated after large blaze rips through Crewe retirement home

150 evacuated after large blaze rips through Crewe retirement home

Around 150 people were evacuated today after a large blaze ripped through a retirement home in Crewe.

No one is believed to have been hurt in the incident which happened at the residential complex on Rolls Avenue.

August 8, 2019
Wingate Centre in Wrenbury celebrates disabled gym users

Wingate Centre in Wrenbury celebrates disabled gym users

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury has celebrated the achievements of its disabled gym users at an end of year awards ceremony.

August 8, 2019
Tom Oliphant

Tarporley racer Oliphant left frustrated at Snetterton

Tarporley motor racing driver Tom Oliphant was left to endure a frustrating return to Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship action as the series roared back into life at Snetterton.

August 8, 2019