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Holiday lodges plan for Faddiley rejected by councillors

Holiday lodges plan for Faddiley rejected by councillors

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Councillors have refused a scheme for five holiday lodges at Faddiley near Nantwich despite planning officers recommending it for approval.

Mark Wetton sought permission for four new holiday lodges and to convert an existing building to a lodge at Sevenoaks, Hearns Lane.

September 2, 2022
Artist's impression of how future History Centre could look (CEC)

Business case approval for next Towns Fund projects for Crewe

Business cases for two major projects in Crewe have been approved by government.

Project leaders say the approval marks a milestone as Crewe Town Board believes it “shows confidence in our vision for Crewe”.

September 2, 2022
Property firm look at “different options” for Stapeley footbridge

Property firm look at “different options” for Stapeley footbridge

A property management group says it is looking at “different solutions” for a footbridge in Stapeley which has been closed for safety reasons.

The footbridge is on privately owned land on the Pear Tree development, linking Massey Close with Beechwood Close and the nearby shops.

September 1, 2022
Enzo in Nantwich to stage Charity Bake Off in aid of cancer mum

Enzo in Nantwich to stage Charity Bake Off in aid of cancer mum

Enzo in Nantwich is staging another “Charity Bake Off” event in aid of a local lady who is living with terminal cancer.

Every penny of every cake sold will be handed directly to mum-of-two Lisa, who is fighting brain cancer after already overcoming breast cancer.

September 1, 2022
Nantwich Food Festival organisers all set for three packed days

Nantwich Food Festival organisers all set for three packed days

Nantwich Food Festival returns tomorrow (September 2) after three years away due to the pandemic.

The three-day event starts at 11am on Friday with a quiet hour for those who want to browse the stalls without the crowds.

September 1, 2022
Chester Racecorse, Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Awards 2019. Picture Local Produce Shop of the Year Gold award presented to The Hollies Farm Shop.

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Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Awards 2022 finalists unveiled

This year’s Taste Cheshire Food and Drink awards finalists have been shortlisted after more than 58,000 votes were cast.

The awards return for the first time since the Covid pandemic and after two difficult years for the hospitality industry.

August 31, 2022
220 job vacancies at Cheshire East Council as 7.5% posts unfilled

220 job vacancies at Cheshire East Council as 7.5% posts unfilled

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has 220 job vacancies – nearly 7.5% of its posts unfilled.

The council declined to comment on what impact the vacancies are having on services.

August 30, 2022
Mid Cheshire Hospitals receives baby friendly award

Mid Cheshire Hospitals receives baby friendly award

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) which runs Leighton Hospital has been awarded the Baby Friendly Award.

It is the first health care facility in Cheshire and Merseyside to gain recognition from the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) Baby Friendly Initiative.

August 30, 2022
Wingate Centre in Wrenbury launches fundraising appeal

Wingate Centre in Wrenbury launches fundraising appeal

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury near Nantwich is to launch its new Wingate35 campaign to celebrate the centre’s 35th anniversary.

The residential and recreation centre provides a facility for children and young people with special educational needs and complex disabilities.

August 30, 2022
Striking South Cheshire postal workers hit out at Royal Mail

Striking South Cheshire postal workers hit out at Royal Mail

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Striking postal workers in South Cheshire say Royal Mail’s latest pay offer would significantly change terms and conditions for the worse.

More than 115,000 postal workers are striking across the country and are due to walk out again on Wednesday (August 31) and September 8 and 9 after being given a 2% pay rise.

August 27, 2022
Councillor calls for action on damaged footbridge in Stapeley

Councillor calls for action on damaged footbridge in Stapeley

Council chiefs say they have made “repeated attempts” to get a footbridge in Stapeley repaired but without success.

The footbridge is on privately owned developer land on the Pear Tree development, linking Massey Close with Beechwood Close and the nearby shops.

August 26, 2022
First football fun day hailed success for Nantwich police

First football fun day hailed success for Nantwich police

Police officers in Nantwich hailed the success of their first ever football fun day which attracted children to show off their skills.

The day was organised as part of the goal to tackle anti-social behaviour in the local area and to get children out of their house and enjoy playing sport.

August 26, 2022
Brine Leas students in Nantwich achieve “amazing” GCSE results

Brine Leas students in Nantwich achieve “amazing” GCSE results

Brine Leas School students in Nantwich have been hailed by staff after achieving “amazing” GCSE results

Their results published today (August 25) include 150 Grade 9s, 175 Grade 8s and 300 Grade 7s and 12 Distinction and Distinction*.

August 25, 2022