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Nantwich families sign up for Cheshire East litter-pick campaign

Nantwich families sign up for Cheshire East litter-pick campaign

More people in Nantwich than anywhere else in Cheshire East have registered to take part in a new “pick up litter and get fit” scheme.

The Cheshire East Council initiative encourages people to get active, spend time outdoors and help to keep local neighbourhoods litter free.

November 19, 2022
Cheshire East Council paying too much on school transport, says report

Cheshire East Council paying too much on school transport, says report

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is paying £3,000 more per pupil than most equivalent councils to transport some children to school each year.

This includes paying on average £71 for a 10-mile taxi journey or £118 for a 20-mile journey – way above the expected £21 or £41 costs respectively.

November 18, 2022
Cheshire East Council party leaders react to Govt’s Autumn Budget

Cheshire East Council party leaders react to Govt’s Autumn Budget

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Labour leader says the recession was made in Downing Street and now we’re all paying the price with tax hikes, increased interest charges and higher inflation.

Cllr Sam Corcoran, speaking in response to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement, said over the last decade the Conservatives “have hollowed out public services and the economy”.

November 18, 2022
Nantwich in Bloom team receive awards from town council

Nantwich in Bloom team receive awards from town council

Green-fingered volunteers for Nantwich in Bloom were honoured at a Nantwich Town Council presentation last night (November 17).

Councillors applauded the team after they scooped another North West in Bloom Gold medal at the recent awards ceremony in Bolton.

November 18, 2022
Nantwich para-athlete Andy Small collects MBE honour

Nantwich para-athlete Andy Small collects MBE honour

Nantwich para-athlete Andy Small has collected his MBE at a ceremony at Windsor Castle this week.

It was a proud moment for Andy, who was accompanied by his parents Steve and Jenny at Windsor yesterday (November 16) where he received the medal from King Charles III.

November 17, 2022
Ex Brine Leas teacher admits sex with pupil after conduct hearing

Ex Brine Leas teacher admits sex with pupil after conduct hearing

A former teacher at Brine Leas School in Nantwich admitted “unprofessional conduct” by having sex with one pupil and wishing another “dies from a brain haemorrhage”.

Dan Boulton has been banned indefinitely from teaching in the UK after being found guilty of “unacceptable professional conduct and/or conduct that may bring the profession into disrepute”.

November 17, 2022
FEATURE: 6 of the best destinations for winter sun

FEATURE: 6 of the best destinations for winter sun

As much as we love the UK, it can be a lousy place to spend the winter.

With perpetual grey skies, endless rain and even the odd shower of slushy snow, we can all think of better places to endure the cold weather.

November 17, 2022
Thieves steal Poppy collection tin from church hall in Wistaston

Thieves steal Poppy collection tin from church hall in Wistaston

Police have issued CCTV images after thieves broke in and stole a Poppy collection tin from a church hall in Wistaston.

Three men are believed to have gained entry to St Mary’s Church Hall on Church Lane.

November 17, 2022
Nantwich Town and Malbank School team up for new Academy

Nantwich Town and Malbank School team up for new Academy

Nantwich Town are teaming up with Malbank School and Sixth Form College to set up and launch a new Football Academy.

The academy is expected to start in September 2023 and will be open to boys and girls aged 16-18 years old.

November 16, 2022
Nantwich firm Joseph Heler buys Cheshire Cheese Company

Nantwich firm Joseph Heler buys Cheshire Cheese Company

Nantwich firm Joseph Heler has acquired Macclesfield-based Cheshire Cheese Company from Simon Spurrell – who Boris Johnson labelled “that annoying cheese man”.

Mr Spurrell said he sold his business in a bid to succeed in the EU despite Brexit halting his plans after endless paper and extra costs.

November 16, 2022
FEATURE: Why should you consider automating your payroll?

FEATURE: Why should you consider automating your payroll?

Technology is advancing quickly and if you run a business you may be faced with the important question of how you can embrace the shift towards digital transformation.

One key aspect of your business that you should consider automating is your payroll system, which can greatly benefit your organisation.

November 16, 2022
Detectives release CCTV image in hunt for Crewe sex attacker

Detectives release CCTV image in hunt for Crewe sex attacker

Detectives hunting a sex attacker after an assault more than six weeks ago have released a CCTV image of a man they want to trace.

The assault happened when the victim – a woman in her 30s – was walking along Market Street in Crewe at around 1.50am on October.

November 16, 2022
Nantwich fragrance firm Fabulosa scoops major Accolade

Nantwich fragrance firm Fabulosa scoops major Accolade

Nantwich fragrance-led home and lifestyle brand Fabulosa has been named ‘Disruptor of the Year’ at TheBusinessDesk.com’s North West Business Masters Awards 2022.

Fabulosa, which launched in 2019, aimed to change the perception of cleaning, and has taken market share from well-established household brands.

November 16, 2022