Public consultation on devolution plan for Cheshire ends April 13
Time is running out for local residents to have a say on plans to overhaul how local democracy works in Cheshire, writes Belinda Ryan.
A public consultation is to end on April 13.
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CEC deputy leader stalked as councillors fear for safety
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council’s deputy leader is being stalked and some councillors don’t feel safe in their own homes because of abuse and harassment from the public.
The problem has increased to such an extent, the council set up a task and finish group to look into the issue.
Sustainable Nantwich and Bookshop team up for recycling scheme
Sustainable Nantwich and Nantwich Bookshop have teamed up to help recycle piles of used pill packets.
Drug blister packs are made of a composite of plastic and aluminium foil which they say is very difficult to recycle.
Housebuilder to donate public defibrillator to Nantwich
Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey wants to donate a public access defibrillator to Nantwich.
And the firm is appealing for help to find a home it in the town.
Warning over children vaping at schools in Cheshire East
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Children vaping at schools in Cheshire East are not just using nicotine but other substances as well, the director of education has said.
Claire Williamson told Cheshire East’s health and wellbeing board that vaping was becoming a real concern for headteachers in the borough.
Three men arrested in Shavington burglary probe
Three men from London were arrested and a machete found as police investigated an attempted burglary in Shavington.
The suspects ere arrested in the early hours on Monday (March 17) after officers spotted two BMW cars acting suspiciously in the Crewe South area.
Massive solar farm plans near Nantwich set for approval
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter.
Plans for a solar farm near Nantwich which could supply energy to more than 6,500 homes a year have been recommended for approval.
Noventum Power Ltd wants to construct and operate the solar farm on a 17.5-hectare site in the open countryside at Hatherton Lodge Farm, off Hunsterson Road.
Nantwich Youth and Community Centre forges new partnership with police
A new partnership between Nantwich Youth and Community Centre and local police officers aims to build trust between young people and law enforcement, organisers say.
It’s hoped the partnership will provide youngsters with a chance to engage with police in a “positive and constructive manner” and break down barriers.
Network Rail “looking at options” to improve level crossing in Nantwich
Rail bosses say they are considering options to improve the troublesome Newcastle Road level crossing in Nantwich.
There have already been a number of incidents at the crossing in 2025.
Up to 220 homes planned for land off Crewe Road in Wistaston
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Redrow Homes is eyeing plans to build 220 houses on a 12.6 hectare site off Crewe Road in Wistaston.
The current site comprises open fields and grassland.
Cheshire East splash out £22,000 on dishwashers for headquarters
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council has splashed out more than £22,000 on dishwashers for staff at its Crewe headquarters.
The money was spent as part of the refurbishment of Delamere House when the council closed its Westfields HQ at Sandbach and transferred staff across.
New pedestrian crossing works to close road in Nantwich
A busy Nantwich road will be closed for up to five days next week to allow for an upgrade to a pedestrian crossing.
Motorists are being warned of the closure of Waterlode during the day between March 24 and 28.
Prolific sex offender from Audlem guilty of sex offences on young boys
A prolific sex offender who stole an innocent man’s identity and spent almost three decades on the run has been found guilty of numerous sexual offences against young boys.
Richard Burrows was found guilty at Chester Crown Court today of 54 offences including indecent assault of boys, buggery, attempted buggery and indecency with a child.
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