Shocking RSPCA figures show an alarming 17% rise in intentional cruelty against animals in Cheshire compared to 2021.
A total of 238 reports were received in Cheshire last year, the charity revealed, compared to 202 in 2021.
A man who climbed onto the roof of an amusement arcade in Crewe has been jailed for causing a public nuisance.
Daniel Prince, 27, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to 26 weeks in prison after previously pleading guilty to intentionally/recklessly causing a public nuisance.
Dear Editor,
Cheshire East Council has made a proposition to change the library opening hours.
This I find atrocious cutting a valuable public service and much wanted community space.
By Jonathan White
The 35th South West Cheshire (Wistaston) Scout Group is celebrates its 65th anniversary this year.
The group’s celebrations included a treasure hunt in Wistaston on Saturday with 180 Scouts and family members participating in a “what3words” geocode search.
Have you ever thought about becoming a foster carer? If so, you might have wondered what skills and attributes you need.
There are plenty of training courses for potential foster carers which can help teach strategies for adapting to life in the role, but certain personality traits are also necessary to excel in the role.
BB guns have been a popular pastime for generations, providing countless hours of entertainment and even serving as an introduction to the world of firearms.
Over the years, BB guns have undergone numerous transformations, with manufacturers constantly pushing the envelope in terms of design and technology.
Two young agriculturists are eyeing global travel thanks to a scholarship run by Reaseheath College in Nantwich and the Cheshire Agricultural Society.
Niamh McGrath, an undergraduate agricultural co-ordinator from Knutsford, and Emma Cook from Kelsall, a co-manager of a calf rearing unit, have each been awarded £2000 John Platt Travel Scholarships.
By Jonathan White
Hundreds of people enjoyed the 22nd annual ‘Audlem Party on the Park’ music concert.
Comperes Dave Johnson and Kevin Fernihough from Blue Sky Radio – a new commercial radio station for Staffordshire and Cheshire – introduced each band with their witty humour.
Labour has selected Connor Naismith as its Parliamentary Candidate for the next General Election.
It follows a hustings and vote of local Labour Party members. Mr Naismith won a majority of votes cast
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A former Nantwich pub looks set to be converted into a funeral directors with a self-contained flat above.
The Rifleman on James Hall Street closed earlier this year after the landlords announced they had to call time on the pub because it was no longer financially viable.
Six companies are being prosecuted for alleged failures to comply with fire safety laws, following the huge blaze that destroyed Beechmere retirement village in Crewe.
And their first court appearance will be exactly four years to the day of the fire back on August 8 2019.
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council’s chief executive is expected to quit to become the new boss of Bradford Council on a salary of £205,000.
Dr Lorraine O’Donnell has been chosen as the preferred candidate to take on the role in West Yorkshire.
Nantwich Cricket Club’s charge up the Cheshire County Premier League came to an abrupt halt when they were emphatically beaten by top-of-the-table Didbsury.
Ray Doyle’s first team looked to be in with a good chance of chasing down 270 when they were 155-4 and Luke Robinson was at the crease.
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