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Nantwich Library opening hours to be cut by cash-strapped Cheshire East

Nantwich Library opening hours to be cut by cash-strapped Cheshire East

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Library opening hours in Nantwich and other towns look set to be reduced as Cheshire East Council struggles to balance its books.

The council says it is not proposing any library closures but it is looking at reducing opening hours during the week and on Saturdays.

February 1, 2023
Premier League star Begovic marks year anniversary of Nantwich academy

Premier League star Begovic marks year anniversary of Nantwich academy

By Thomas Morgan
Premier League star Asmir Begovic is celebrating the first anniversary of his AB1 Goalkeeping Academy based in Nantwich.

The Everton goalkeeper, 35, spoke about his academy at Nantwich Town FC and how well it has been going since starting last February.

February 1, 2023
Nantwich manufacturer helps Made Smarter reach 250 milestone

Nantwich manufacturer helps Made Smarter reach 250 milestone

A Nantwich manufacturer has helped a pioneering programme achieve a major milestone of supporting its 250th business investment in technology.

GB Engineering, which makes precision components, is one of the recent SMEs to secure support from Made Smarter, the government-funded and industry-led initiative.

January 31, 2023
New police “safety buses” hailed big success in Nantwich and Crewe

New police “safety buses” hailed big success in Nantwich and Crewe

Cheshire Police “safety buses” used in Nantwich and Crewe over Christmas and New Year have been hailed a success.

The buses were in Nantwich and Crewe for 12 nights and helped 377 people.

January 31, 2023
Green waste bin charges could net £4 million for Cheshire East

Green waste bin charges could net £4 million for Cheshire East

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Charging for green waste bin collections across Cheshire East could rake in up to £4 million a year.

The proposal to charge residents to empty their green waste (brown) bins is one of the measures councillors will be considering at Thursday’s meeting of the environment and communities committee.

January 31, 2023
Leighton Hospital trust chiefs launch new “remote” care service

Leighton Hospital trust chiefs launch new “remote” care service

Leighton Hospital bosses have launched a new service aimed at helping patients managing their long-term conditions at home.

The Remote Monitoring Service is provided by Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP).

January 31, 2023
NEU planning picket line outside Malbank and march in Crewe

NEU planning picket line outside Malbank and march in Crewe

Striking members of the NEU are planning to stage a picket line outside Malbank School in Nantwich and a demonstration in Crewe this Wednesday (February 1).

Hundreds of teachers will be involved in the strike action across Cheshire, which will have major impact on schools across the borough.

January 30, 2023
Willaston Primary pupils unveil new bike shelter

Willaston Primary pupils unveil new bike shelter

Staff and pupils at Willaston Primary Academy are celebrating the opening of their new bike shelter.

They took part in fundraising events since the start of lockdown in 2020 to raise the money for the shelter.

January 30, 2023
CEC secures Government funds for clean air campaign

CEC secures Government funds for clean air campaign

CEC bosses say they have secured Government funding to step up its “Show the air you care” campaign.

It targets vehicle engine idling and wood burning stoves in the borough.

January 30, 2023
LETTER: Parking charges in Cheshire East is “absolute scandal”

LETTER: Parking charges in Cheshire East is “absolute scandal”

Dear Editor,
Labour run Cheshire East plans to increase parking charges in Crewe by a whopping 10%.

Instead of £1.20 for two hours it will be £1.32. Crewe is the biggest but the most economically and socially deprived town in Cheshire East.

January 30, 2023
FEATURE: Steps to opening a pharmacy in the UK in 2023

FEATURE: Steps to opening a pharmacy in the UK in 2023

Owning a pharmacy is a challenging career move, but one that can be hugely fulfilling as you provide a vital service to your community.

The number of pharmacies in the UK has gradually fallen recently.

January 30, 2023
Political author in Nantwich talks about fall of Boris Johnson

Political author in Nantwich talks about fall of Boris Johnson

By Jonathan White
Political journalist and author Sebastian Payne was interviewed about his latest book about Boris Johnson in a conversation and book signing event in Nantwich.

Steve Lawson, co-owner of Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge, spoke to Sebastian about his book “The Fall of Boris Johnson”.

January 30, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts cruise to fine 38-13 win over Stratford

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts cruise to fine 38-13 win over Stratford

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts secured a fine 38-13 win over Stratford to continue their improving form.

Stratford are having a good season, sitting sixth in the table.

January 30, 2023