Human Interest

Nantwich residents to air views on “Town Centre Vitality Plan”

Nantwich residents to air views on “Town Centre Vitality Plan”

Nantwich residents are being encouraged to have their say on plans to revitalise the town centre.

It is one of nine towns across the borough that Cheshire East Council wants to develop a plan for.

September 27, 2022
Nantwich head praises air ambulance after school emergency

Nantwich head praises air ambulance after school emergency

A Nantwich headteacher has praised the North West Air Ambulance after it attended an emergency earlier today.

The incident happened at Brine Leas School on Audlem Road where a pupil needed urgent treatment.

September 27, 2022
Women’s safety charity appeals for Street Angels to join campaign

Women’s safety charity appeals for Street Angels to join campaign

A South Cheshire charity on a mission to make society safer for women is stepping up its campaign as nights draw in and the party season approaches.

The Alpha Omega Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Foundation has announced plans to launch South Cheshire Street Angels.

September 27, 2022
Inspectors slam Cheshire East Safeguarding Children Partnership for ‘failings’, ‘shortcomings’ and ‘weaknesses’

Inspectors slam Cheshire East Safeguarding Children Partnership for ‘failings’, ‘shortcomings’ and ‘weaknesses’

Inspectors have released a damning report into failings by Cheshire East Safeguarding Children’s Partnership.

The report points to a series of “failings”, “shortcomings” and “weaknesses” in its role in protecting children from criminal exploitation.

September 26, 2022
Crewe and Nantwich residents face address checks at household recycling centres

Crewe and Nantwich residents face address checks at household recycling centres

People using the Pyms Lane tip may face “proof of address” checks in future under new plans by Cheshire East Council.

There will also be ANPR (automatic number plate recognition) in place after the council announced a new contract for the running of its household waste recycling centres.

September 26, 2022
Queens Park in Crewe to remain open despite Avian Bird Flu cases

Queens Park in Crewe to remain open despite Avian Bird Flu cases

Queens Park in Crewe is to remain open to the public despite cases of Avian Bird Flu being confirmed among its geese population.

DEFRA confirmed the cases last week and signs are now around the park warning people not to approach or feed the wildlife and to keep away from the lake.

September 26, 2022
Cheshire East Council seeks short term housing amid winter economy crisis

Cheshire East Council seeks short term housing amid winter economy crisis

Cheshire East Council bosses are looking for temporary accommodation solutions amid fears of a rise in homelessness this winter.

The authority says it needs to procure an initial 20 properties in a variety of locations across the borough.

September 26, 2022
Vaccination centre at Hollowood Pharmacy back open in Crewe

Vaccination centre at Hollowood Pharmacy back open in Crewe

A new vaccination centre has opened in Crewe to help administer the COVID-19 autumn booster campaign.

Hollowood Chemists have opened a new centre at Crewe Honda Centre on West Street.

September 25, 2022
Willaston primary school ends waste compound plan amid complaints

Willaston primary school ends waste compound plan amid complaints

A Nantwich school has back-tracked on plans to relocate its waste compound to its boundary edge after complaints from neighbours.

Residents in Willaston say they were not consulted about the plan and complained to Cheshire East Council when they realised what was happening at Willaston Primary Academy.

September 25, 2022
Little Monsters at Calveley Primary win 50 David Walliams books

Little Monsters at Calveley Primary win 50 David Walliams books

Little Monsters at Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich are roaring with delight after winning 50 David Walliams books.

Parent Mihir Patel entered a competition which celebrated the author’s 50 million global sales, on behalf of the school.

September 23, 2022
Cheshire East IT system cost more than double £11.8m budget, report reveals

Cheshire East IT system cost more than double £11.8m budget, report reveals

A new HR and Payroll IT system for Cheshire East Council called “Best4Business” has ended up being “Worse4Taxpayer” after costing more than double the original £11.8 million, a report shows.

The project took several years to implement and was dogged with disputes and delays, a “Lessons Learned” review highlights.

September 21, 2022
Nantwich woman faces gruelling “Marathon Des Sables” in aid of Scope

Nantwich woman faces gruelling “Marathon Des Sables” in aid of Scope

A Nantwich woman is to tackle one of the most gruelling races on earth to help raise money in aid of Scope charity.

Andrea Millar is taking part in the Marathon Des Sables – a six-day “Ultra-Marathon” or “Ultra” run over 150 to 156 miles.

September 21, 2022
Cheshire East Council approves next stage of walking and cycling scheme

Cheshire East Council approves next stage of walking and cycling scheme

The next steps in a scheme to improve walking and cycling links in Crewe have been unveiled by Cheshire East Council.

The Southern Gateway Pedestrian and Cycling Connectivity Scheme aims to transform the southern part of Crewe town centre.

September 19, 2022