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One in eight posts at cash-strapped Cheshire East Council are vacant

One in eight posts at cash-strapped Cheshire East Council are vacant

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Nearly an eighth of posts at Cheshire East Council are vacant as the cash-strapped authority tries to slash its wage bill to help balance its books.

Cheshire East is currently forecasting a £13 million overspend by the end of this financial year in March – but is still hoping to find a way to break even.

January 17, 2024
Cheshire East to keep “free after 3pm” car parking after public consultation

Cheshire East to keep “free after 3pm” car parking after public consultation

The “free after 3pm” car parking scheme on some Cheshire East Council car parks will be kept after the results of a public consultation.

But parking charges looks set to be introduced in most car parks where it is currently free, and charges may also be brought in on Sundays.

January 17, 2024
10-man Nantwich Town earn 1-0 victory over play-off chasing Chasetown

10-man Nantwich Town earn 1-0 victory over play-off chasing Chasetown

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town continued their solid start to the league in 2024 with a 1-0 win over play-off chasing Chasetown at the Swansway Stadium.

Frazer Cookson and Nathan Okome both started before their Solihull bans kicked in, and there was only one line-up change from that game, with Callum Saunders replacing Kai Evans.

January 17, 2024
Tech disruption: Transforming industries and creating opportunities

Tech disruption: Transforming industries and creating opportunities

In the constantly changing world of new technology, things evolve so fast is amazing. Technology is changing industries in modern times.

It’s making old structures different and creating new chances too.

January 16, 2024
Nantwich firm SureCare Central Cheshire appoints new manager

Nantwich firm SureCare Central Cheshire appoints new manager

Nantwich firm SureCare Central Cheshire has appointed a new registered manager.

The company, with its head office on Beam Heath Way in Nantwich, provides home care across central Cheshire.

January 16, 2024
Going mobile with macOS: Tips for MacBook and iPad users

Going mobile with macOS: Tips for MacBook and iPad users

In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to work and stay connected on the go has become increasingly important.

Apple has recognised this need and has seamlessly integrated its macOS operating system with mobile devices like the MacBook and iPad.

January 16, 2024
Nantwich Running Club launches 2024 “Couch to 5K” scheme

Nantwich Running Club launches 2024 “Couch to 5K” scheme

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Running Club have launched their 2024 Couch To 5K programme.

Up to 45 people and over 25 club volunteers took part in the first session on Saturday (Jan 13).

January 16, 2024
Nantwich fitness group classes help donate to Foodbank

Nantwich fitness group classes help donate to Foodbank

A local fitness group in Nantwich is using the January “fitness rush” to collect for the town’s Foodbank.

Emma Wilkinson Fitness hired Worleston village hall where they are running three classes in return for donations for Nantwich Foodbank.

January 16, 2024
Five candidates battle in election for Crewe Central seat

Five candidates battle in election for Crewe Central seat

Five candidates will battle it out in the Crewe Central ward next month for a seat on Cheshire East Council.

Te Ata Brown is standing for the Green party while Kim Jamson will be hoping she can hold on to the seat for Labour.

January 16, 2024
Nephew of US war pilot “honoured” by Freedom of Nantwich

Nephew of US war pilot “honoured” by Freedom of Nantwich

The US nephew of the hero war pilot Arthur Brown said he was “overwhelmed” by the moving tributes and service held in Nantwich on Sunday.

Christopher Maus, nephew of Lieutenant Brown, travelled across to Nantwich from America to mark the 80th anniversary since Lt Brown died.

January 16, 2024
Local lorry driver voted “Mr Sleek” after shedding FIVE stone

Local lorry driver voted “Mr Sleek” after shedding FIVE stone

A South Cheshire lorry driver has shed his own hefty load – and feels like a new man for it!

Andy Capes says losing five stones has helped him live a happier, healthier lifestyle – and be voted “Mr Sleek” and “Man of the Year” by fellow slimmers.

January 15, 2024
Cheshire College opens new hospital training ward in Crewe

Cheshire College opens new hospital training ward in Crewe

A new state-of-the-art training hospital ward has opened at Cheshire College’s Crewe campus.

It has been designed and built for learners to gain experience in a real life medical setting.

January 15, 2024
Nantwich firm Boughey acquires new base creating 250 jobs

Nantwich firm Boughey acquires new base creating 250 jobs

Nantwich firm Boughey Distribution has taken over a newly-built 332,000 sq ft warehouse at Lymedale Business Park, in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Around 250 local jobs will be created to service the new warehouse, says the company.

January 15, 2024