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READER’S LETTER: Crewe most dangerous town in Cheshire

READER’S LETTER: Crewe most dangerous town in Cheshire

Dear Editor,
According to the Crewe 2022 Crime Scorecard:
Crewe is the most dangerous major town in Cheshire. Crime in Crewe is 48% higher than the regional crime rate in the North West. And crime in Crewe is 22% higher than the national crime rate.

August 31, 2022
FEATURE: Best TV shows of 2022 (so far!)

FEATURE: Best TV shows of 2022 (so far!)

With increasing numbers of streaming platforms and a wealth of top content available, it’s no surprise that more of us are opting for a quiet night in.

But which television shows have stood out the most so far this year?

August 31, 2022
Two South Cheshire charities receive community grants

Two South Cheshire charities receive community grants

Two South Cheshire charities have been boosted after receiving community grants to help fund their activities.

Chance Changing Lives in Crewe and OPAL (Old People Active Lives) in Tarporley are the latest to receive grants from Cheshire Freemasons.

August 31, 2022
Lyceum Studio relaunches in Crewe with new Autumn season

Lyceum Studio relaunches in Crewe with new Autumn season

Literary classics and live comedy shows are lined up when the Lyceum Studio in Crewe launches its Autumn season.

The 2022 season sets sail on Thursday September 8 with Silver & Gold, based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island.

August 31, 2022
Chester Racecorse, Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Awards 2019. Picture Local Produce Shop of the Year Gold award presented to The Hollies Farm Shop.

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Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Awards 2022 finalists unveiled

This year’s Taste Cheshire Food and Drink awards finalists have been shortlisted after more than 58,000 votes were cast.

The awards return for the first time since the Covid pandemic and after two difficult years for the hospitality industry.

August 31, 2022
FEATURE: The ultimate travel packing checklist

FEATURE: The ultimate travel packing checklist

Travelling can be transformative. It has long since been said that travelling broadens your mind by exposing you to new things.

More and more people are choosing to up sticks and travel for a few months or even years in some cases if they have the funds to do so.

August 30, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Local Conservatives taking credit for Labour achievements

READER’S LETTER: Local Conservatives taking credit for Labour achievements

Dear Editor
They say plagiarism is the sincerest form of flattery, so it is pleasing to see the local Conservatives seeking to take credit for the achievements of the Labour-led Cheshire East Council.

August 30, 2022
Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club appeals for new members

Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club appeals for new members

The Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club is appealing for new members to join as it emerges from the Covid pandemic.

The club was founded in the lounge of the now demolished Millfield’s pub in 1987, and quickly grew into an active folk club involving top artists from across the country.

August 30, 2022
220 job vacancies at Cheshire East Council as 7.5% posts unfilled

220 job vacancies at Cheshire East Council as 7.5% posts unfilled

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has 220 job vacancies – nearly 7.5% of its posts unfilled.

The council declined to comment on what impact the vacancies are having on services.

August 30, 2022
Mid Cheshire Hospitals receives baby friendly award

Mid Cheshire Hospitals receives baby friendly award

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) which runs Leighton Hospital has been awarded the Baby Friendly Award.

It is the first health care facility in Cheshire and Merseyside to gain recognition from the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) Baby Friendly Initiative.

August 30, 2022
Nantwich disability football teams play England’s elite

Nantwich disability football teams play England’s elite

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town Wolves (visually impaired) and Nantwich Town PAN (pan-disability team) each played a friendly match against England Amputee Football Association.

The matches took place at The Complex at Reaseheath College on a 4G synthetic surface pitch.

August 30, 2022
“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

The “Women in Rock” celebration of female music anthems is heading to Crewe Lyceum Theatre next month.

It will include performances of songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, Bonnie Tyler, P!nk, Suzi Quatro, Tina Turner and many more.

August 30, 2022
Wingate Centre in Wrenbury launches fundraising appeal

Wingate Centre in Wrenbury launches fundraising appeal

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury near Nantwich is to launch its new Wingate35 campaign to celebrate the centre’s 35th anniversary.

The residential and recreation centre provides a facility for children and young people with special educational needs and complex disabilities.

August 30, 2022