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Latest round-up of Crewe Regional Sunday matches

Latest round-up of Crewe Regional Sunday matches

Some Crewe Regional Sunday league games were called off due to an administrative error by the Crewe DFA.

Other teams were able to organise games at short notice.

December 2, 2024
Investing for beginners: A simple guide to growing your wealth

Investing for beginners: A simple guide to growing your wealth

Investing can be a powerful tool for growing wealth and creating a brighter financial future, but it is also an area that many shy away from due to a lack of knowledge.

This post will show you how you can get started with investing and understand the core concepts.

December 1, 2024
Seahorse Swimming Club makes splash for BBC Children in Need

Seahorse Swimming Club makes splash for BBC Children in Need

By Jonathan White
Members of the South Cheshire based Seahorse Swimming Club made waves for a good cause when they raised funds for BBC Children in Need during a regular swimming session.

The swimmers and volunteers embraced the spirit of the event by sporting bright yellow Pudsey T-shirts, creating a cheerful and vibrant atmosphere at the pool.

December 1, 2024
Nantwich RDA wins star backing for ‘Horse of Hope’ crowdfunding appeal

Nantwich RDA wins star backing for ‘Horse of Hope’ crowdfunding appeal

TV star Martin Clunes is backing Nantwich & District Riding for the Disabled’s new crowdfunding campaign to purchase a ‘Horse of Hope’ and specialist equipment.

The Doc Martin actor, who is President of the British Horse Society, has thrown his weight behind the fundraising drive to replace Patrick – a well-loved and trusty steed now retired from the charity after five years of service.

December 1, 2024
Everybody unveils new 3G pitch at Shavington Leisure Centre

Everybody unveils new 3G pitch at Shavington Leisure Centre

Everybody has unveiled a new cutting-edge 3G pitch at Shavington Leisure Centre.

The charity has just completed the last phase of investment, which involved installing the new pitch and enhancing the football goals.

November 30, 2024
Two new rail schemes receive Cheshire East Council backing

Two new rail schemes receive Cheshire East Council backing

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Two potential new rail schemes which would directly impact Cheshire East look set to be “provisionally supported” by the council – but only if they’re re-worked so Crewe and the borough benefits.

The first is the proposed Liverpool to Manchester railway section of Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) project.

November 30, 2024
No landlords prosecuted despite 945 complaints to Cheshire East

No landlords prosecuted despite 945 complaints to Cheshire East

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has not prosecuted a single “rogue” landlord despite receiving nearly 1,000 complaints from tenants in the past five years.

Figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request reveal 945 complaints were made to Cheshire East over the five-year period.

November 30, 2024
Nantwich traders are hailed ‘simply the best!’

Nantwich traders are hailed ‘simply the best!’

Late night shopping proved a ‘big success’ in Nantwich with the organiser paying tribute to fellow traders as “simply the best”.

More than 30 stores joined in the shopping spectacular on Thursday night which also included entertainment and Nantwich Market Hall opening late.

November 30, 2024
Trust launches live A&E waiting times at Leighton Hospital

Trust launches live A&E waiting times at Leighton Hospital

Residents can now access the live A&E waiting times at Leighton Hospital online.

The times are now being featured on the Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Trust website.

November 29, 2024
Richmond Village Nantwich to stage FREE Christmas Lunch

Richmond Village Nantwich to stage FREE Christmas Lunch

Richmond Village in Nantwich is once again laying on a FREE Christmas lunch for people in the community looking for companionship during the festive season.

The free meal will be held at the care village on St Joseph’s Way, Nantwich, on Friday December 13 from 12.30pm.

November 29, 2024
Libraries face new “tier” system amid more Cheshire East cost-cutting

Libraries face new “tier” system amid more Cheshire East cost-cutting

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Richer residents should consider putting their hands in their pockets to help fund Cheshire East’s libraries, one councillor has claimed.

Cllr Mary Brooks (Macclesfield, Lab) was speaking as the environment and communities committee as it approved a new libraries strategy which means some will see opening hours reduced.

November 29, 2024
LETTER: “Disgust” at Cheshire East three-weekly bin plan

LETTER: “Disgust” at Cheshire East three-weekly bin plan

Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep frustration and disgust at Cheshire East Council’s decision to introduce three-weekly black bin collections from April 2026, despite significant opposition from residents and even some councillors.

November 29, 2024
LETTER: Get Britain Working Again

LETTER: Get Britain Working Again

Dear Editor,
This week the Government released its Get Britain Working Again white paper, including measures such as stopping the benefits of young people who don’t take up work or training opportunities, alongside support to address barriers such as mental health issues.

November 29, 2024