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Government’s £2.2 million household support for Cheshire East

The Government has set aside £2.2 million of household support fund for families in need in Cheshire East.

The Household Support Fund was due to end in September but has now been extended until 2025.

October 2, 2024
Haughton artist to run afternoon tea art sessions

Haughton artist to run afternoon tea art sessions

Village artist Louise Barson is to stage a series of art sessions in her local tea shop.

Louise, of Haughton, has teamed up with Tilly’s in Bunbury to stage the sessions which will include afternoon tea.

October 2, 2024
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at Nantwich Players

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at Nantwich Players

Dare you step into the dark world of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde?

Nantwich Players is staging its own adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novella, Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher.

October 2, 2024
New Costa Coffee store to open in Nantwich next month

New Costa Coffee store to open in Nantwich next month

The new Costa Coffee outlet in Nantwich is set to open next month, the company said today.

Work has been ongoing inside the former M&Co store in High Street, Nantwich.

October 2, 2024
Effect of internet speed on user experience and people’s productivity

Effect of internet speed on user experience and people’s productivity

These days, having a fast and reliable internet connection has become essential for everyday life.

From working and studying remotely to streaming entertainment and socialising online, our internet usage affects multiple aspects of our lives.

October 1, 2024
Before and after: Real stories of hair transplant transformations

Before and after: Real stories of hair transplant transformations

Hair transplants have become a popular and effective solution for people facing hair loss, offering life-changing results.

Many individuals who have undergone the procedure, particularly those who opted for a hair transplant in Turkey, have experienced incredible transformations.

October 1, 2024
Chair of Cheshire Police and Crime Panel quits in protest

Chair of Cheshire Police and Crime Panel quits in protest

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The Cheshire Police and Crime Panel chairman has quit because he claims the new Commissioner has refused to directly answer questions submitted by members.

The job of the panel is to hold the Commissioner to account which it does through questions and scrutiny.

October 1, 2024
Audlem councillor queries reports of police probe into CEC

Audlem councillor queries reports of police probe into CEC

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A former Cheshire East leader has asked why councillors were not informed of reports the council is being investigated by police.

Audlem Cllr Rachel Bailey (pictured) referred to a story in the Congleton Chronicle which stated police were investigating accusations of misconduct in public office at the council.

October 1, 2024
Lorry recovered and lanes reopen on M6 in Cheshire

Lorry recovered and lanes reopen on M6 in Cheshire

The M6 northbound in Cheshire is fully open again after a serious crash involving an HGV which plunged 60ft off the main carriageway.

The vehicle fell off the motorway in heavy rain near Thelwall Viaduct between junction 20 and 21 at around 6.50pm last night (September 30).

October 1, 2024
Author Kate Mosse returns for Nantwich Bookshop talk

Author Kate Mosse returns for Nantwich Bookshop talk

By Jonathan White
International best-selling author Kate Mosse will return to Nantwich next month for the launch of her new novel “The Map of Bones”.

The event, organised by Nantwich Bookshop, will take place at Malbank School on Tuesday November 5. Doors open at 6pm for a 6.30pm start.

October 1, 2024
Flood warning issued for River Weaver in Nantwich

Flood warning issued for River Weaver in Nantwich

A Flood Warning has been issued for the section of River Weaver at Shrewbridge Lodge in Nantwich.

The Environment Agency says rising river levels are expected to cause flooding into today (October 1) until 10am.

October 1, 2024
Cheshire East Council appoints new executive director for place

Cheshire East Council appoints new executive director for place

Cheshire East Council has appointed Phil Cresswell as executive director for place.

He will oversee key services such as highways, waste and recycling, planning, transport and parking, economic development and other place-based services.

September 30, 2024
More than 50 farms near river probed after Nantwich pollution cases

More than 50 farms near river probed after Nantwich pollution cases

The Environment Agency has investigated 54 farms as part of their probe into slurry pollution incidents which hit the River Weaver in Nantwich in 2023, it has emerged.

And they have taken 40 actions in total – including eight site warnings, four warning letters and one notice as part of the long-running probe.

September 30, 2024