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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
Motorcyclist injured after crash on A534 near Burland

Motorcyclist injured after crash on A534 near Burland

A motorcyclist was taken to hospital today after a collision with a car on the A534 near Burland, Nantwich.

Emergency services were called at around 12.50pm today (August 31) to the junction of Cuckoo Lane and the A534.

August 31, 2022
Two South Cheshire charities receive community grants

Two South Cheshire charities receive community grants

Two South Cheshire charities have been boosted after receiving community grants to help fund their activities.

Chance Changing Lives in Crewe and OPAL (Old People Active Lives) in Tarporley are the latest to receive grants from Cheshire Freemasons.

August 31, 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
Woman charged over M6 Cheshire drink drive incident

Woman charged over M6 Cheshire drink drive incident

A woman driver has been charged after being arrested on the M6 in Cheshire for being more than four times over the drink driving limit.

Sarah Vazquez, 43, of Wheatfield Road in Cronton, has been charged with drink driving and drunk in charge of a child under the age of seven.

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