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Cheshire East battling to avert bankruptcy and Section 114 notice

Cheshire East battling to avert bankruptcy and Section 114 notice

Cheshire East Council has hit back at speculation it is about to go bust, saying it is “working extremely hard” to address financial pressures without triggering a Section 114 notice.

Speculation has been rife since the press suggested the cash-strapped council may be forced to declare bankruptcy following the government’s decision to scrap the northern leg of HS2.

January 13, 2024
Invest, explore, repeat: Florida’s dual allure for property enthusiasts and travel lovers

Invest, explore, repeat: Florida’s dual allure for property enthusiasts and travel lovers

Nestled between the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the vast Atlantic Ocean, Florida beckons as a beacon of potential, drawing property enthusiasts and travel lovers alike.

Known for its vibrant cities, serene beaches, and bountiful opportunities, the Sunshine State offers a unique cocktail of investment stability and vacation splendor.

January 13, 2024
Beyond the Game: How British sports reflect and shape the nation’s pulse

Beyond the Game: How British sports reflect and shape the nation’s pulse

Sports, deeply embedded in the fabric of British culture, offer a compelling window into the broader social, political and economic currents of the United Kingdom.

More than just a display of competition and athleticism, sports are a mirror of the nation’s values, aspirations and ongoing challenges.

January 13, 2024
Tips to help you plan for your next car rental in Dubai

Tips to help you plan for your next car rental in Dubai

When planning a trip to Dubai, you should also consider how you intend to make the trip adventurous.

Renting a car in Dubai gives you the flexibility and freedom to explore the city at your own pace.

January 13, 2024
Service and parade to mark 80 years since hero pilot crashed in Nantwich

Service and parade to mark 80 years since hero pilot crashed in Nantwich

This Sunday will mark 80 years to the day since pilot Lt Arthur Brown diverted his World War Two plane away from Nantwich town centre before crashing close to the river.

To mark the occasion, a service will be held at St Mary’s followed by a parade to the “Airman’s Grave” off Shrewbridge Road which marks the spot the plane crashed.

January 12, 2024
Nantwich councillors defer decision on £27,000 leisure centre “top up”

Nantwich councillors defer decision on £27,000 leisure centre “top up”

Town councillors in Nantwich have delayed a decision on whether they should pay 7.5% towards the running of the town’s leisure centre.

Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council, who run leisure services, are asking town councils to make contributions to ease the financial pressure it is facing in 2024-25.

January 12, 2024
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Nantwich Town fans gear up for massive FA Trophy clash at Solihull

By Paul Martin
Nantwich Town’s dedicated band of volunteers are gearing up for the biggest game in the club’s recent history.

The Dabbers are looking to keep their memorable FA Trophy run going by causing a huge upset at National League high-flyers Solihull Moors in the fourth round tomorrow.

January 12, 2024
Nantwich residents urged to report illegal parking in police scheme

Nantwich residents urged to report illegal parking in police scheme

Nantwich residents are being encouraged to report illegal parking problems as part of a month-long scheme by Cheshire Police.

The Operation Park Safe initiative allows residents to report problems online and is being piloted across the Crewe Local Policing Unit (LPU) throughout January.

January 12, 2024
Nantwich Town to host Easter kids  football tournament

Nantwich Town to host Easter kids football tournament

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town is to stage an ‘Easter Cup’ kids football tournament, organised by Nantwich Town FC Community Football.

The tournament will take place on Friday and Saturday March 29-30 on the new FIFA grade 3G pitch at the club’s Swansway Stadium on Waterlode.

January 11, 2024
Councillors approve plans for converting The Gables in Nantwich

Councillors approve plans for converting The Gables in Nantwich

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans to convert The Gables into a beauty salon and flats have been given the go-ahead – with councillors welcoming the re-purposing of the historic Nantwich town centre building.

The Beam Street property is currently empty but was formerly used as a community club and offices.

January 11, 2024
LETTER: Join Lymphoma Action for new year fundraising challenge

LETTER: Join Lymphoma Action for new year fundraising challenge

Dear Editor,
The new year is a great opportunity to set a new goal, so in 2024 why not join Lymphoma Action for a fundraising challenge to show your support for people affected by lymphoma, a type of blood cancer.

January 11, 2024
Less than two thirds sign up to Cheshire East garden waste scheme

Less than two thirds sign up to Cheshire East garden waste scheme

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council could fail to rake in the £4m it hoped from its garden waste collections because less than two thirds of residents needed have so far subscribed.

As from this month, garden waste will only be collected if residents have paid the new annual £56 subscription fee.

January 11, 2024
FEATURE: The evolution of UK Bingo calls

FEATURE: The evolution of UK Bingo calls

You may be familiar with phrases such as ‘Legs, eleven’, ‘Dancing queen, seventeen’ or ‘Two little ducks, twenty-two’ during a game of bingo, but do you know where they originated from?

Bingo terminology and calls have a rich history, much like the game itself.

January 11, 2024