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New Cheshire East protection order targets dog fouling

New Cheshire East protection order targets dog fouling

Cheshire East Council has extended a public space protection order to clamp down on dog fouling in the borough.

The authority says it’s one of three extended orders aimed at anti-social behaviour offences

September 28, 2023
Cheshire East leaders’ letter to Prime Minister over HS2 decision

Cheshire East leaders’ letter to Prime Minister over HS2 decision

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East’s leaders have written to the Prime Minister over the speculation surrounding the future of HS2 and called for an urgent meeting before any decision is taken.

The government has so far refused to confirm or deny speculation that the route north of Birmingham is to be scrapped as the cost spirals.

September 27, 2023
Crewe man arrested over murder of woman found in street

Crewe man arrested over murder of woman found in street

A Crewe man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 35-year-old woman who died following a serious incident in Congleton.

Police named the victim today as Charlotte Dodd, who was found unconscious at the roadside on Padgbury Lane in the early hours of Sunday (Sept 24).

September 26, 2023
Nantwich car park charges set to rise under CEC plans

Nantwich car park charges set to rise under CEC plans

Residents in Nantwich are being urged to air views on Cheshire East Council’s proposed changes to parking arrangements and charges.

It could see parking costing £1 an hour on some car parks in Nantwich, including Bowling Green and Church Lane.

September 25, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich MP calls on Government to stand by pledge on HS2

Crewe & Nantwich MP calls on Government to stand by pledge on HS2

Crewe and Nantwich MP Kieran Mullan has called on his Government bosses to stand by their pledge to go ahead with Phase 2 of the HS2 high speed rail line to Crewe.

It comes as speculation grows that the Tory Government could scrap the line from Midlands to the North West to save up to £150 billion as costs soar.

September 25, 2023
Nantwich pub facing planning probe over “second bar” complaints

Nantwich pub facing planning probe over “second bar” complaints

A popular Nantwich pub is facing a planning enforcement investigation after it emerged its new “second bar” does not have planning permission.

Residents living on the boundary of The Leopard pub, owned by Joules Brewery, have complained about noise and privacy invasion from “The Hunter’s Hideout” which opened in April.

September 25, 2023
Three of Cheshire East’s seven waste recycling sites could close

Three of Cheshire East’s seven waste recycling sites could close

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Up to three of Cheshire East Council’s seven household waste sites could close in the future, a council report has revealed.

Councillors on the environment and communities committee will be asked to give officers the go-ahead to draft a public consultation to go out next year.

September 23, 2023
Swimmer from Nantwich completes 999 charity challenge

Swimmer from Nantwich completes 999 charity challenge

By Jonathan White
A Nantwich swimmer who took on a 999 challenge in the summer has raised more than £1,000 for St Luke’s Hospice.

Oliver Daly, 37, swam nine miles, walked 99km, and cycled 999km as part of the challenge.

September 23, 2023
Sporty Acton CE Primary Academy in Nantwich goes platinum

Sporty Acton CE Primary Academy in Nantwich goes platinum

Pupils at a primary school in Nantwich are at the top of their game when it comes to sports.

Acton Primary Academy’s hard work in delivering sport has been recognised with the Platinum School Games Mark Award.

September 22, 2023
Police hunting Nantwich hit and run driver update appeal

Police hunting Nantwich hit and run driver update appeal

Police appealing for witnesses following a suspected hit and run in Nantwich, want to contact two drivers who were in the area at the time of the incident.

The 61-year-old victim of the incident was found with serious injuries on London Road, close to The Leopard pub and Jackson Avenue, at around 9.10pm on Friday September 8.

September 22, 2023
Cheshire East Council facing budget deficit of almost £13 million

Cheshire East Council facing budget deficit of almost £13 million

Cheshire East Council is set to report financial pressures of £12.8 million against its 2023/24 budget, latest figures show.

But the authority says savings already identified have reduced this from an eye-watering £26.6m deficit.

September 22, 2023
Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich earns Eco award

Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich earns Eco award

Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich has been recognised for cutting-edge work to preserve the school’s natural environment.

The school, which includes a nursery, is among the first in the UK to begin installing ground source (borehole) heating with a £1.8m grant as part of a Government pilot scheme.

September 21, 2023
Police appeal for information after schoolgirl, 13, sexually assaulted

Police appeal for information after schoolgirl, 13, sexually assaulted

A 13-year-old girl was sexually assaulted as she walked in an alleyway in Crewe, police say.

Detectives are investigating and calling for anyone with information to get in touch after the incident on Underwood Lane.

September 21, 2023