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‘Poppy pebbles’ painted in tribute to fallen in Wistaston

‘Poppy pebbles’ painted in tribute to fallen in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
Members of Wistaston Swans WI have hand-painted 350 pebbles to commemorate Poppy Day.

The pebbles are now on display on the low black ledge at the front and both sides of Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane.

November 6, 2022
Councillor seeks change to impose 20mph limits on housing estates

Councillor seeks change to impose 20mph limits on housing estates

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Attempts to impose 20mph limits on new housing developments in Cheshire East often fail because the wording of the council’s speed management strategy means efforts can be blocked, a councillor said.

Cllr Suzie Akers Smith is now meeting with the head of highways to ask if the document can be re-worded so officers can’t stop attempts by councillors at the planning stage to have 20mph limits designated for new residential developments.

November 5, 2022
Nantwich Mayor invites children to design Christmas card

Nantwich Mayor invites children to design Christmas card

The Mayor of Nantwich is on the search to find a budding young artist to design this year’s Christmas card!

Cllr Peter Groves is inviting young residents and pupils of Nantwich, under the age of 16, to come up with a design along the theme of ‘Christmas in Nantwich’.

November 4, 2022
All but essential services face cuts, Cheshire East Council chiefs warn

All but essential services face cuts, Cheshire East Council chiefs warn

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
All but essential services could face cuts as Cheshire East Council tackles unprecedented financial pressures fuelled by soaring costs and increasing demand.

The council’s finance bosses are asking all service committees to draw up an action plan to look at how they can cut costs, do things differently or find ways of increasing revenue.

November 4, 2022
Construction firm Platinum opening offices in Nantwich

Construction firm Platinum opening offices in Nantwich

A construction firm run by two former Malbank School students is opening a new office in Nantwich.

Platinum Construction will have its new office and consultation rooms in Sage House on Hospital Street.

November 4, 2022
CEC draws up 78-point “action plan” to improve planning service

CEC draws up 78-point “action plan” to improve planning service

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has drawn up a 78-point action plan to modernise its planning service following a backlog in applications and increase in complaints.

A resident survey revealed only 20% of customers are happy with the service.

November 2, 2022
The Swan at Marbury raises glass to ‘Best Pub’ honour

The Swan at Marbury raises glass to ‘Best Pub’ honour

The Swan at Marbury village inn is celebrating after being crowned “Best Cheshire Pub” at the Taste Cheshire Food & Drink Awards.

The venue, near Wrenbury, which dates back to the 18th century, was reborn just four years ago by Jerry Brunning’s Pubs Ltd group following a major restoration and refurbishment.

November 2, 2022
Police hunt man who glued Crewe & Nantwich MP’s door lock

Police hunt man who glued Crewe & Nantwich MP’s door lock

Police hunting a man who glued the lock of Crewe & Nantwich MP Kieran Mullan’s constituency office have released a CCTV image.

They say they want to speak to this man in relation to criminal damage, which also included stickers being put on the door of the Conservative Constituency Office in Eddleston Road, Crewe.

November 1, 2022
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Cheshire Police expands domestic abuse support team

Cheshire Police have recruited three more Domestic Violence Advocates (DVAs) in its fight against domestic abuse.

DVAs provide specialist support to victims and survivors of domestic abuse across Cheshire.

November 1, 2022
Bratts department store to close in Nantwich after 180 years

Bratts department store to close in Nantwich after 180 years

Bratts department store in Nantwich is to close for good next month, ending more than 180 years association with the town.

Shocked staff have been told the store on the corner of Pepper Street and Churchyardside will cease trading on December 23.

November 1, 2022
South Cheshire children can get fit and ‘Elfie’ in aid of St Luke’s Hospice

South Cheshire children can get fit and ‘Elfie’ in aid of St Luke’s Hospice

Thousands of school children in Crewe and Nantwich can get fit and ‘Elfie’ this Christmas while raising vital money for St Luke’s Hospice.

Schools, nurseries and pre-schools are being invited to sign up for an “Elf Run” to raise funds for patient care at the Hospice.

October 31, 2022
Plan for farm barns conversion near Nantwich look set for approval

Plan for farm barns conversion near Nantwich look set for approval

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans to part demolish and convert barns at Baddiley Hall Farm near Nantwich to provide three homes have been recommended for approval.

The application has been “called in” and will be decided by the southern planning committee, rather than delegated to a planning officer, as the applicant’s agent is related to a staff member in the council’s development management service and there have been objections to the scheme.

October 31, 2022
Couple to leave The Railway Hotel in Nantwich after 30 years

Couple to leave The Railway Hotel in Nantwich after 30 years

A couple who have run the popular Railway Hotel in Nantwich for almost 30 years have announced they are leaving.

Regulars were shocked to read the announcement made by Nigel Humphreys and partner Jane Hobson.

October 30, 2022