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Everybody Health and Leisure to deliver Sport England programme

Everybody Health and Leisure to deliver Sport England programme

Everybody Health and Leisure in Cheshire East is one of 10 trusts across the country chosen to deliver a new Sport England volunteering programme.

It’s part of phase 2 of the Active Kindness project, which is being spearheaded by Community Leisure UK (CLUK) and the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO).

June 5, 2023
Nantwich Town unveil 2023-24 pre-season schedule

Nantwich Town unveil 2023-24 pre-season schedule

Nantwich Town have unveiled their summer pre-season schedule ahead of the new campaign in 2023-24.

All games will be played away from the Swansway Stadium where the club’s main pitch is set to be replaced with a new 3G pitch.

June 5, 2023
FEATURE: Promising Indie acts set to sparkle this summer

FEATURE: Promising Indie acts set to sparkle this summer

The recent hot spell of weather has been a welcome reminder of some excellent news – the summer schedule of music festivals is about to get underway!

The next few months are packed with events taking place across the United Kingdom and you’ll need a healthy bank balance to attend more than a couple.

June 5, 2023
Nantwich florist scoops silver medal at Chelsea Flower Show

Nantwich florist scoops silver medal at Chelsea Flower Show

A Nantwich florist was part of a team who scooped a Silver Medal for their creation at the Chelsea Flower Show.

Jacqui Owens helped create the unique “yellow brick road” garden, inspired by the Wizard of Oz story.

June 4, 2023
HEALTH: Measles cases are on the rise – what to look for

HEALTH: Measles cases are on the rise – what to look for

By Gill Fox, of The Nantwich Clinic
During Covid many health appointments deemed as unnecessary were cancelled.

This, as well as parents being afraid of taking their children into public spaces, has meant that measles is on the rise.

June 3, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC to stage live music fundraising event

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC to stage live music fundraising event

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC are to host a live music event on Saturday June 17.

The “Party on the Pitches”, which marks the club’s centenary year, will feature five live bands including ones that played at the Nantwich Jazz and Blues festival.

June 3, 2023
Planning backlog “slowly reducing” says Cheshire East Council

Planning backlog “slowly reducing” says Cheshire East Council

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is “slowly reducing” the backlog of planning applications despite still struggling to retain and recruit skilled staff.

A report to the council’s environment and communities committee says the number of live applications in the backlog has reduced over the 12 month period from 2,654 to 1,959, at the end of March 2023.

June 3, 2023
FEATURE: Understanding cultural nuances: Essential handbook for Britons emigrating to Malta

FEATURE: Understanding cultural nuances: Essential handbook for Britons emigrating to Malta

Are you a Briton planning to make the beautiful island of Malta your new home?

Congratulations on your decision. Malta is a stunning Mediterranean gem that offers a rich tapestry of history, breath-taking landscapes, and a vibrant cultural scene.

June 2, 2023
Elderly neglected dog nursed back to health by Nantwich RSPCA

Elderly neglected dog nursed back to health by Nantwich RSPCA

An elderly dog whose coat was so severely matted he had difficulty walking is finally able to run and stretch his legs again after being transformed in RSPCA Nantwich care.

These shocking images show how Larry had suffered months of neglect before being found straying and believed abandoned in the Bradfield Road area of Crewe.

June 2, 2023
Police warning after distraction thefts in Nantwich and other towns

Police warning after distraction thefts in Nantwich and other towns

Police are warning residents to remain vigilant following reports of distraction thefts across the county, including in Nantwich.

Officers have been called to five separate incidents where people have been targeted by distraction thieves who have stolen mobile phones.

June 2, 2023
FEATURE: Why men wait until last minute for Father’s Day shopping

FEATURE: Why men wait until last minute for Father’s Day shopping

Father’s Day is a time to show appreciation for all the hard work dads do. However, shopping for the perfect gift is often left to the last minute.

According to a new survey from handmade personalised gifting company, Create Gift Love, 61% of men buy their Father’s Day presents just one week before the day.

June 2, 2023
Crewe and Nantwich could be powered by geothermal plant

Crewe and Nantwich could be powered by geothermal plant

Homes and businesses in Crewe and Nantwich could be powered by a deep geothermal plant in the future, a report says today.

It identifies Cheshire East as one of around 45 prime locations for such a plant in the UK.

June 2, 2023
Cheshire East faces £319,000 bill for “public interest” report

Cheshire East faces £319,000 bill for “public interest” report

A public interest report into the culture and governance of Cheshire East Council between 2014-18 could cost the authority a whopping £319,370.

That’s the external auditor’s proposed fee for the report which investigates the controversial practices of the council under former leader Michael Jones.

June 2, 2023