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South Cheshire special school expansion plan set to go ahead

South Cheshire special school expansion plan set to go ahead

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans to expand a special school in South Cheshire to accommodate an extra 60 pupils have been recommended for approval, despite some objections.

Springfield School in Crewe caters for 200 children and young people, between the ages of four and 19, who have severe learning difficulties and complex needs.

November 24, 2022
Cheshire East councillors debate plan to issue fines for idling engines

Cheshire East councillors debate plan to issue fines for idling engines

By Jonathan Sutton, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council could soon start issuing fines to drivers who leave their engine idling as a review of the policy is taking place.

This could mean parents waiting to pick up their children outside schools in the borough who refuse to turn their engine off could face a £60 fine.

November 24, 2022
Nantwich shops team up for Christmas card charity fundraiser

Nantwich shops team up for Christmas card charity fundraiser

Independent shops in Nantwich have teamed up to produce this Christmas card which they hope will raise money for charity.

A number of shops – which also put on eye-catching festive window displays – hope the card will be as successful.

November 23, 2022
New Nantwich energy project to build hydro generators on Weaver

New Nantwich energy project to build hydro generators on Weaver

A new project launched by Nantwich Mill Community Energy Company aims to generate clean and green energy for the town – come rain or shine.

The not-for-profit Community Benefit Society has been awarded £100,000 by the North West Energy Hub’s Rural Community Energy Fund.

November 23, 2022
Writer’s appeal for book on Nantwich WW2 pilot killed in action

Writer’s appeal for book on Nantwich WW2 pilot killed in action

A writer has appealed for help as he compiles a book about a Nantwich pilot killed in action during World War 2.

Mark Potts is putting together the story of Joseph Wheeler, of No 83 Squadron.

November 22, 2022
Nantwich church railway raises thousands for children’s charities

Nantwich church railway raises thousands for children’s charities

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Methodist Church is full steam ahead with its fundraising thanks to weekly miniature railway events.

And it’s now clocked up more than £15,000 for charity in a decade of staging the live steam train journeys at its Hospital Street base.

November 21, 2022
Students graduate at University Centre Reaseheath in Nantwich

Students graduate at University Centre Reaseheath in Nantwich

More than 250 graduands who completed degrees at University Centre Reaseheath in Nantwich joined peers from the University of Chester for a spectacular graduation ceremony held in Chester’s historic cathedral.

The graduands were awarded degrees in agricultural science, animal management, canine clinical behaviour, equine science, zoo management, wildlife conservation and ecology, landscape architecture, adventure sports and coaching, rural events management, dairy technology and food science.

November 20, 2022
Nantwich families sign up for Cheshire East litter-pick campaign

Nantwich families sign up for Cheshire East litter-pick campaign

More people in Nantwich than anywhere else in Cheshire East have registered to take part in a new “pick up litter and get fit” scheme.

The Cheshire East Council initiative encourages people to get active, spend time outdoors and help to keep local neighbourhoods litter free.

November 19, 2022
Cheshire East Council paying too much on school transport, says report

Cheshire East Council paying too much on school transport, says report

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is paying £3,000 more per pupil than most equivalent councils to transport some children to school each year.

This includes paying on average £71 for a 10-mile taxi journey or £118 for a 20-mile journey – way above the expected £21 or £41 costs respectively.

November 18, 2022
Cheshire East Council party leaders react to Govt’s Autumn Budget

Cheshire East Council party leaders react to Govt’s Autumn Budget

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Labour leader says the recession was made in Downing Street and now we’re all paying the price with tax hikes, increased interest charges and higher inflation.

Cllr Sam Corcoran, speaking in response to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement, said over the last decade the Conservatives “have hollowed out public services and the economy”.

November 18, 2022
Nantwich in Bloom team receive awards from town council

Nantwich in Bloom team receive awards from town council

Green-fingered volunteers for Nantwich in Bloom were honoured at a Nantwich Town Council presentation last night (November 17).

Councillors applauded the team after they scooped another North West in Bloom Gold medal at the recent awards ceremony in Bolton.

November 18, 2022
Ex Brine Leas teacher admits sex with pupil after conduct hearing

Ex Brine Leas teacher admits sex with pupil after conduct hearing

A former teacher at Brine Leas School in Nantwich admitted “unprofessional conduct” by having sex with one pupil and wishing another “dies from a brain haemorrhage”.

Dan Boulton has been banned indefinitely from teaching in the UK after being found guilty of “unacceptable professional conduct and/or conduct that may bring the profession into disrepute”.

November 17, 2022
Thieves steal Poppy collection tin from church hall in Wistaston

Thieves steal Poppy collection tin from church hall in Wistaston

Police have issued CCTV images after thieves broke in and stole a Poppy collection tin from a church hall in Wistaston.

Three men are believed to have gained entry to St Mary’s Church Hall on Church Lane.

November 17, 2022