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New roundabout plans for Brookfield Park children’s play area

Plans for a new £12,000 roundabout to be installed at Brookfield Park have been agreed by town councillors.

The new facility would be a modern roundabout also accessible for disabled and younger children.

June 10, 2022
Nantwich councillors back scheme to reopen public toilets

Nantwich councillors back scheme to reopen public toilets

Nantwich Town councillors have backed plans to refurbish and re-open Snow Hill public toilets in the town.

The plans include a pay-per-use scheme and provide two direct access toilets – one unisex and one disabled.

June 10, 2022
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Comedian Ed Byrne heads to Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Courtney Davies
Comedian Ed Byrne will be at the Crewe Lyceum Theatre with his new show on June 16.

Byrne will be bringing his wit, charm and story-telling to South Cheshire as he tours with his “If I’m Honest” show.

June 9, 2022
Nantwich firms missing out due to lack of parking, says councillor

Nantwich firms missing out due to lack of parking, says councillor

Nantwich businesses are losing trade because visitors to the town can’t find a parking space, a councillor said.

Cllr Peter Groves (Con) said Cheshire East Council had done nothing to address the loss of the 80-plus spaces on the unofficial St Anne’s car park, off Welsh Row, when the site was devel

June 9, 2022
So why was A530 Middlewich Road closed before “visible” works started?

So why was A530 Middlewich Road closed before “visible” works started?

Cheshire East Council chiefs say “pre works” including deliveries and surveys on the A530 Middlewich Road meant it had to be closed on May 9.

It comes as many have observed a lack of ‘visible’ construction work taking place on the stretch between Pyms Lane and Smithy Lane.

June 9, 2022
Acton Church hosts weekend of Platinum Jubilee events

Acton Church hosts weekend of Platinum Jubilee events

By Jonathan White
St Mary’s Church in Acton hosted two royal-themed events during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations with an exhibition and a Tea at the Tower community café.

Both events were free entry, with donations received, and started with an exhibition on Saturday illustrating key events throughout Her Majesty’s 70-year reign.

June 9, 2022
South Cheshire company hits right note with special gift to conductor

South Cheshire company hits right note with special gift to conductor

South Cheshire cereal makers Mornflake have come to the rescue of a musical conductor too small to be seen by members of a popular community choir!

At 5ft 2in, Clare Shackleton spent much of her time on tips toes during rehearsals with Wistaston Singers until the big-hearted Gresty Road company stepped in to help.

June 8, 2022
Everybody in awards shortlist for Nantwich leisure centre project

Everybody in awards shortlist for Nantwich leisure centre project

Everybody Health and Leisure has been shortlisted for “New Concept, Build or Design of the Year” for the Nantwich Leisure Centre redevelopment project.

The organisation is also shortlisted in the “Business Continuity, Recovery & Success following on from Covid-19” category at the ukactive Awards.

June 8, 2022
Beam Street in Nantwich to close for 18 weeks for works

Beam Street in Nantwich to close for 18 weeks for works

Beam Street in Nantwich will be closed for 18 weeks to allow for footway improvement works.

Cheshire East is to carry out pedestrian and road safety enhancements and include an upgrade of the zebra crossing, new kerbing and central island improvements.

June 8, 2022
Planned taxi fare rises in Cheshire East raises safety fears, say councillors

Planned taxi fare rises in Cheshire East raises safety fears, say councillors

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Proposed taxi fare increases in Cheshire East could force people to walk home from late night shifts posing a risk to their safety, two councillors said.

The new maximum fares suggested for Hackney carriages will be advertised publicly and consulted on, Cheshire East’s licensing committee decided on Monday.

June 8, 2022
Health worker reveals impact of road closure on Leighton Hospital journey times

Health worker reveals impact of road closure on Leighton Hospital journey times

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A health worker doing 12-hour shifts says the A530 Middlewich Road closure is adding an extra one hour to her journey to Leighton Hospital every day if she uses the official diversion route.

The woman, who asked not to be named, says she is currently using the gridlocked Minshull New Road rat-run to save time and fuel.

June 8, 2022
REVIEW: Flo and Joan, production at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

REVIEW: Flo and Joan, production at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
Flo and Joan are the multi award-winning musical comedy duo, sisters Nicola and Rosie Dempsey.

Currently touring the UK with their Sweet Release Tour, the duo had the audience at The Lyceum laughing, singing and cheering on Sunday night.

June 7, 2022
Dr Kieran Mullan speaking during the debate on Railways HQ

Crewe and Nantwich MP voted AGAINST Boris Johnson

Crewe and Nantwich MP Dr Kieran Mullan has confirmed he “could not support the Prime Minister” in last night’s confidence vote.

Boris Johnson won the vote, but more than 40% of his Tory MPs voted to remove him, which many feel has left him in a precarious position.

June 7, 2022