Nantwich to get “fastest broadband speeds in Europe” says Openreach
Openreach has outlined plans to make ultra-reliable and gigabit-capable full fibre broadband available to homes and businesses in Nantwich and other Cheshire towns.
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More than 30 Nantwich outlets join Eat Out to Help Out scheme
By Jonathan White
More than 30 Nantwich cafes, pubs and restaurants are taking part in the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ government scheme to boost their trade as lockdown eases.
Barony Park fence will not stop unauthorised access, admits council
Fencing around Barony Park in Nantwich is more aimed at enhancing the site and may not prevent unauthorised access, a council chief admitted today.
The comments come after a small group of travellers (pictured) were able to gain access to the park at the weekend, despite the new fencing being erected around the perimeter.
Former Residence venue to re-open as The Townhouse Nantwich
The former Residence restaurant and bar venue on Mill Street is to re-open as The Townhouse Nantwich.
New owners announced last night (July 26) that the outlet would be open late Summer 2020, but few details have been released so far.
Cheshire East Council to restart FlexiLink and Shopmobility services
Cheshire East Council is to restart its FlexiLink bus and Shopmobility services from August 3.
There will be new safety measures and restrictions to ensure the risks of spreading Covid-19 are minimised.
Lesser Skullcap plant returns to Cheshire after 20-year absence
The Lesser Skullcap plant has been reintroduced to a Cheshire Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve after a 20 year absence from the county.
Historically, the plant was used in traditional medicine and had a multitude of uses including a nerve disorder sedative.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Town Board for Crewe created amid fears it has “been left behind”
A “Town Board for Crewe” has been created with the aim of developing proposals for up to £25 million in Government funding for the town.
The Board also aims to help deliver other projects in the pipeline, including the Town Centre regeneration and the HS2 station, to ensure all are aligned to the same vision.
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