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People facing crisis turning to Cheshire East libraries, report shows

People facing crisis turning to Cheshire East libraries, report shows

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
People in crisis across Cheshire East and others needing help are turning to local libraries for support and advice.

Some vulnerable people have picked up food and others have received items such as duvets and hot water bottles after seeking help in Cheshire East libraries, according to a council document.

June 29, 2022
Nantwich Museum launches appeal for more volunteers

Nantwich Museum launches appeal for more volunteers

Nantwich Museum has launched an appeal to recruit more front of house volunteers.

The museum, on Pillory Street, needs volunteers to help with front of house activities, including welcoming visitors, answering questions and shop sales.

June 29, 2022
Community Day to be held in Wistaston on July 3

Community Day to be held in Wistaston on July 3

A ‘Community Day’ takes place this Sunday July 3 between 1.30pm-4.30pm at Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane.

The indoor event will feature a tombola, refreshments, charity stalls, cakes, plants, craft stall and lots more and is organised by Wistaston Community Council.

June 29, 2022
Nantwich disability firm scoops Sustainability Award at World Expo

Nantwich disability firm scoops Sustainability Award at World Expo

Nantwich Disability firm Direct Access won a Sustainability prize at the World Expo 2020 supplier awards.

The awards celebrate minds and businesses who contributed to the 2022 edition of the international world’s fair.

June 29, 2022
Mid Cheshire Hospitals appoints new director or nursing

Mid Cheshire Hospitals appoints new director or nursing

Scott Malton has been appointed as new director of nursing and quality at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

He will take up his Board position in September.

June 29, 2022
FEATURE: How to promote your course on social media

FEATURE: How to promote your course on social media

In the online world, promoting a course is not a daunting task. But most creators still fail to create a buzz.

Why? Because standing out in a crowd takes consistent effort and expert planning.

June 29, 2022
Appeal after thieves break into Stapeley takeaway to steal oil

Appeal after thieves break into Stapeley takeaway to steal oil

The owners of a popular takeaway in Nantwich have issued an appeal after crooks broke in and stole large quantities of oil.

Offenders targeted the Emperor Chinese Takeaway on Beechwood Close in Stapeley.

June 27, 2022
FEATURE: 3 tips for finding friends as a Freshman

FEATURE: 3 tips for finding friends as a Freshman

One of the most important things for young people is meeting new individuals and making friends.

Companions will help you in tough times and be here for you when you need them.

June 27, 2022
PIC SPECIAL: Armed Forces Day in Crewe opened by local war hero

PIC SPECIAL: Armed Forces Day in Crewe opened by local war hero

By Jonathan White
Local war hero Sgt Bernard Morgan was guest of honour as hundreds attended the “Armed Forces Day” in Queens Park.

The event aims to honour service personnel from all branches of the armed forces as well as veterans.

June 27, 2022
CEC planning backlog means months of delays on applications

CEC planning backlog means months of delays on applications

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The planning backlog at Cheshire East Council is double what it usually is and most applications are taking four to six months to determine, according to a council report.

The last two planning meetings – northern planning scheduled for June 8 and strategic planning which should have been held on June 15 – were both cancelled with no official reason given.

June 27, 2022
Cheshire PCC hits back after crime panel questions deputy role

Cheshire PCC hits back after crime panel questions deputy role

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire’s police and crime panel has asked for clarification of the deputy commissioner’s role after no-one stood in for the commissioner at an official meeting to answer questions about policing.

June 27, 2022
NHS charity funds high-tech X-ray machine at Leighton Hospital

NHS charity funds high-tech X-ray machine at Leighton Hospital

A state-of-the-art “mini C-arm” X-ray machine has been funded by Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity which enables patients to receive faster treatment and frees up theatre slots for others.

The £52,000 machine improves the care and experience for people who attend the Emergency Department at Leighton Hospital with a suspected broken bone.

June 27, 2022
Everybody opens Junior sports awards nominations

Everybody opens Junior sports awards nominations

Everybody Health and Leisure has opened nominations for the 2022 Everybody Junior Awards to celebrate young sporting success.

The event which will be held on Saturday November 12 at Holmes Chapel Community Centre.

June 27, 2022