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Delays to Reaseheath bypass opening “out of our hands” says CEC

Delays to Reaseheath bypass opening “out of our hands” says CEC

Council chiefs say delays to the opening of the new A51 Reaseheath bypass are “beyond control of the council”.

And there is still no date for when the new spine road will be opened, Cheshire East said.

August 10, 2022
Cllr David Marren

Shavington councillor issues stark warning over new code of conduct

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council could prevent councillors from working in the best interests of residents if it passes the new revised members code of conduct as it stands, a Shavington councillor believes.

Cllr David Marren (Ind) told the Local Democracy Reporting Service that the rule of “not bringing the council into disrepute” could be interpreted as preventing councillors from criticising the authority because criticism may damage the council’s reputation.

August 9, 2022
New film celebrates Crewe rail history amid GBR campaign

New film celebrates Crewe rail history amid GBR campaign

A new documentary film has been aired celebrating Crewe’s history as a rail town as it bids to become the home of Great British Railways (GBR)

The mini documentary is called Heart of Rail and has been created to tell the town’s compelling rail story and support the GBR bid.

August 9, 2022
Nantwich pubs urged to run quiz nights for hospice funds

Nantwich pubs urged to run quiz nights for hospice funds

Pubs and social clubs in Nantwich and Crewe are being urged to turn questions into cash with the St Luke’s Pub Quiz.

The hospice’s newest fundraiser aims to bring together communities for a fun night at their local while raising vital funds for patient care at St Luke’s.

August 9, 2022
Man charged after roof-top incident in Crewe

Man charged after roof-top incident in Crewe

A man is due to appear in court charged over a roof-top incident in Crewe on Sunday (August 7).

Police had to close off roads around the Middlewich Street area of the town.

August 9, 2022
Respects paid at Nantwich funeral of soldier killed in Ukraine

Respects paid at Nantwich funeral of soldier killed in Ukraine

Hundreds attended a moving service at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich today at the funeral of a local soldier killed while fighting in Ukraine.

Jordan Gatley, 24, from Church Minshull, died after leaving the British Army to help Ukrainian forces battle against the Russian invasion.

August 8, 2022
Ice cream “drive-in” opens at attraction in Cheshire

Ice cream “drive-in” opens at attraction in Cheshire

An ice cream drive-in has opened in Cheshire at the popular attraction, The Ice Cream Farm.

The venue – near Tattenhall – is now serving scoops made by its neighbour Cheshire Farm Ice Cream to visitors in the comfort of their car.

August 8, 2022
Cheshire East Council submits bids to Levelling Up Fund

Cheshire East Council submits bids to Levelling Up Fund

Cheshire East Council has submitted three bids to round two of the government’s Levelling Up Fund, the authority has confirmed.

The Levelling Up Fund is designed to invest in infrastructure that improves everyday life across the UK.

August 8, 2022
FEATURE: Leverage trading and risk management

FEATURE: Leverage trading and risk management

In-depth analysis and risk management are fundamental to all investments, including leverage trading.

Leverage trading can allow traders to make high returns without the need to own a large amount of capital.

August 8, 2022
Nantwich Town end pre-season campaign with defeat at Leek

Nantwich Town end pre-season campaign with defeat at Leek

Nantwich Town ended their pre-season campaign with a 2-0 defeat away at Leek Town.

Dave Cooke picked a strong side to start this game, with AJ Leitch-Smith missing out due to injury.

August 8, 2022
Photographic Society focuses on exciting new season ahead

Photographic Society focuses on exciting new season ahead

South Cheshire camera enthusiasts are preparing for a new season of meetings sharing their love of all things photographic.

Crewe Photographic Society members will meet every Thursday evening at the New Life Community Church on Fuller Drive, Wistaston from September 8.

August 8, 2022
England Amputee FA nets Mornflake support ahead of World Cup

England Amputee FA nets Mornflake support ahead of World Cup

England Amputee Football Association has netted a key supporter in South Cheshire oats manufacturer, Mornflake.

The EAFA is hoping to raise awareness of its sport and funds to send players to the World Cup in Turkey this autumn.

August 8, 2022
Nantwich firm Burland Coaches to cease operating fleet of coaches

Nantwich firm Burland Coaches to cease operating fleet of coaches

Popular Nantwich travel firm Burland Coaches is it cease operating its fleet of coaches, the company has announced.

The firm, based on Bank Lane in Burland, issued a statement this morning, blaming “circumstances beyond out control” for the decision.

August 8, 2022