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CEC to consult on evening and Sunday car parking charges

CEC to consult on evening and Sunday car parking charges

Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council are planning to introduce evening and Sunday parking charges across the borough.

The authority, facing a £100 million black hole in its budget, has opened a public consultation for the plan which will apply to most council-owned car parks across the borough.

August 28, 2024
Nantwich paralympian Andy Small in historic torch handover

Nantwich paralympian Andy Small in historic torch handover

These were the moments when Nantwich Paralympic gold medallist Andy Small completed a historic handover this week.

Andy was selected to be UK team captain for the transfer of the Paralympic torch under the sea in the Channel Tunnel with the French team.

August 28, 2024
Cheshire Fire Service to launch recruitment scheme

Cheshire Fire Service to launch recruitment scheme

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is opening its full-time firefighter recruitment window on Thursday (August 29).

The service aims to recruit a new cohort of firefighters who will begin training at the end of March 2025.

August 27, 2024
Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveil 2025 calendar competition winners

Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveil 2025 calendar competition winners

Cheshire Wildlife Trust has unveiled the 12 winners of their 2025 calendar competition.

The competition saw budding photographers submit their photos of wildlife and wild places to be featured in the calendar.

August 26, 2024
Cheshire East says devolution deal “must be good for borough”

Cheshire East says devolution deal “must be good for borough”

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East is meeting with government next month for talks about a possible devolution deal with Cheshire West & Chester and Warrington – but stressed it must be good for the borough.

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has written to all councils encouraging them to enter discussions early so the government can devolve new powers over transport, skills, housing, planning and employment support.

August 26, 2024
Nantwich Food Festival aims to cut environmental waste

Nantwich Food Festival aims to cut environmental waste

Nantwich Food Festival organisers have teamed up with Sustainable Nantwich to cut the environmental impact of the town’s biggest event of the year.

The local environmental group has been working with organisers to introduce a comprehensive waste recycling scheme for the big weekend.

August 25, 2024
Charity kicks off football boots collection at Nantwich Town

Charity kicks off football boots collection at Nantwich Town

A charity offering South Cheshire children pre-loved football boots has kicked off a new season with one of the area’s biggest clubs.

Nantwich Town FC is onboard with the football boot initiative run by Motherwell Cheshire as part of its commitment to helping parents cut costs while saving wearable items from going to landfill.

August 24, 2024
Leighton Hospital seeks more therapy dogs for patients

Leighton Hospital seeks more therapy dogs for patients

Leighton Hospital bosses are urging dog owners to sign up for a scheme that allows therapy pets to visit its patients.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust wants to encourage more people to become a volunteer and bring their amazing animals to Leighton Hospital.

August 24, 2024
Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity unveils end-of-life patient therapy

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity unveils end-of-life patient therapy

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity is trialling new complementary therapy for end-of-life patients thanks to funding in memory of a Nantwich man.

Therapy aims to provide comfort and to help patients feel calm in their final weeks.

August 22, 2024
Brine Leas and Malbank hail “outstanding” GCSE results

Brine Leas and Malbank hail “outstanding” GCSE results

Headteachers at Brine Leas and Malbank schools in Nantwich today hailed “outstanding” GCSE results.

Both schools achieved top results and said they were “proud” of their year 11 students.

August 22, 2024
Nantwich first responder stopped by NWAS from using blue lights

Nantwich first responder stopped by NWAS from using blue lights

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Ambulance chiefs have stopped an experienced volunteer life-saving medic in Nantwich from driving to emergencies on blue lights, sparking fears the time delay could cost lives.

Gavin Palin has been with the ambulance service in Nantwich for 23 years and has responded to life-threatening calls, such as cardiac arrests, on blue lights in the area for the past two decades.

August 21, 2024
Fox Dance Academy in Nantwich scoops two awards

Fox Dance Academy in Nantwich scoops two awards

Nantwich based Fox Dance Academy has been awarded “Best Overall Dance School” at the National Dance Business Conference.

Judges highlighted the school’s commitment to nurturing talent, promoting creativity, delivering performances and creating a family environment for students.

August 21, 2024
Nantwich transport firm hopes to provide rural bus service

Nantwich transport firm hopes to provide rural bus service

A local transport firm is hoping to step in and provide a rural bus service to Nantwich villages after D&G decided to axe key routes.

Hit The Road Travel are exploring a new two-hourly circular route connecting Nantwich to Barbridge, Bunbury, Ravensmoor, Wrenbury and Aston.

August 20, 2024