Sheffield in South Yorkshire has long been a hub for musical talent, producing iconic bands that have left an indelible mark on the music industry.
From post-punk pioneers to chart-topping indie rockers, the Steel City has shaped the soundscape of the UK and beyond.
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council chiefs are set to raise council tax by no more than 4.99% – and hope they won’t need to take up an option to increase it by more.
The government has indicated that local authorities, in exceptional circumstances, may be allowed to increase their council tax by more than the 4.99% capped limit.
A Wistaston man who has dedicated more than half a century to the Scouts has been honoured with an MBE.
Michael Bennion was included in the King’s New Year’s Honours for 54 years of service to the movement.
The popular ‘Tea at the Tower’ guided walks from St Mary’s Church in Acton are to continue in 2025.
The first walk is on Sunday (January 5) will take participants on a leisurely four-mile route.
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is facing a funding shortfall of £18.3m for this current financial year and a further £25.3m for 2025-26.
The latest financial forecast is an improvement on previous predictions but still means the council may require use of exceptional financial support (EFS) from the government.
Nantwich Town hit back from conceding a first minute goal to beat Newcastle Town at home.
The 2-1 win at the Swansway Stadium keeps the Dabbers in the promotion hunt in fourth place in the Northern Premier League West.
By Jonathan White
The first charity ‘Christmas Tractor Run’ in Nantwich proved a big hit.
Nearly 50 vintage and modern tractors gathered at The Royal Oak in Worleston for the start of the Run on Saturday (December 28)
A retired Nantwich firefighter has been recognised for his dedicated service to the local community.
Phil Wilkinson, 70, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2025 New Years’ Honours List.
A South Cheshire boxing club has received a £10,000 donation from a police Christmas initiative.
The funding for South Cheshire Amateur Boxing Club (SCABC) in Crewe is part of Chief Constable Mark Roberts’ Christmas charity scheme.
Nantwich Olympian Bryony Page is among a number of North West athletes who have received New Year Honours.
Former Brine Leas student Page, from Wrenbury, has been awarded an MBE for her services to Trampoline Gymnastics after winning her third Olympic medal at Paris 2024.
Groundworks will start at Leighton Hospital in January for a new modular building next to the entrance of the Outpatients Department.
The building, scheduled to arrive in early March, will house Audiology and Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) services, which are due to relocate to the new facilities in summer 2025.
A Well-known timber company boss from Nantwich has scooped the MBE in the New Year Honours.
Donald Richard Potter, 79, was awarded the honour for Political and Public Service.
Audlem Theatre Company will mark its 30-year anniversary with its new pantomime production “Aladdin and the Pirates”.
The show, to be shown at the end of January, promises an evening of adventure, laughter, and family fun.
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