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South Cheshire dog owner guilty leaving French bulldog to starve

South Cheshire dog owner guilty leaving French bulldog to starve

A South Cheshire dog owner whose French bulldog was found in an emaciated condition has been banned from keeping animals for five years.

Claire Kirton, 46, of Coleridge Way, Crewe, pleaded guilty to two offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and appeared for sentencing at South Cheshire Magistrates’ Court.

March 13, 2024
New Leighton Hospital campus takes big step forward

New Leighton Hospital campus takes big step forward

Leighton Hospital bosses have bought land next to the existing site in their next step to developing a major new hospital campus.

The areas of land, which surrounds the current hospital, will become part of the new Leighton site (pictured).

March 13, 2024
Motherwell Cheshire hails International Women’s Day “spectacular success”

Motherwell Cheshire hails International Women’s Day “spectacular success”

International Women’s Day proved another crowd-puller drawing hundreds of people to a fun-packed event organised by Motherwell Cheshire.

The women’s health and wellbeing charity, based in Wistaston, staged its ninth annual celebration which filled the ground floor of Cheshire College, South & West in Crewe with stalls, music and dance.

March 13, 2024
Nantwich Foodbank boosted by town’s Rotary donation

Nantwich Foodbank boosted by town’s Rotary donation

Nantwich Foodbank has received a funds boost after the town’s Rotary members agreed to “match” the donations given by Morrisons supermarket.

The first “double up” event held in October led to £500 donated by Morrisons shoppers and the same from the Rotary, providing a big boost for the Foodbank which is helping more people than ever before.

March 13, 2024
Wych-Malbank Rotary donates £10,000 in eight months

Wych-Malbank Rotary donates £10,000 in eight months

Nantwich-based Wych-Malbank Rotary Club has donated a total of £10,000 in last eight months.

Recent donations have been awarded to St Luke’s Hospice Winsford and Myeloma UK, and a further £3,000 has gone to local charities and groups.

March 12, 2024
Savings and Convenience: Advantages of day insurance for commuters

Savings and Convenience: Advantages of day insurance for commuters

For motorists in the UK, vehicle insurance is a legal requirement.

This can represent a significant ongoing expense.

March 12, 2024
Shavington Drama Group nominated for regional award

Shavington Drama Group nominated for regional award

By Jonathan White
Shavington Drama Group have been nominated for a North West All-District Drama Award for their production of ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’.

The group performed the play at the Players Theatre in Nantwich last July.

March 12, 2024
LETTER: Will someone have to die before the potholes are repaired?

LETTER: Will someone have to die before the potholes are repaired?

Dear Editor,
Will someone have to die before the potholes are repaired?

Police only detect 6% of crime….a record LOW. Less than 6% of potholes in Cheshire East are repaired.

March 12, 2024
LETTER: Chancellor’s Budget was a “confused exercise”

LETTER: Chancellor’s Budget was a “confused exercise”

Dear Editor,
What a confused exercise the Chancellor’s Budget turned out to be, pointing in all directions.

He claimed to have cut taxes, but because of the stealth tax increases he and Rishi Sunak introduced earlier, the record level of tax will increase not decrease.

March 12, 2024
Cllr Janet Clowes

LETTER: Leisure centre rhetoric offers no guarantees

Dear Editor,
Last November, I robustly challenged the Labour-led administration’s plans to cut four “shared leisure centres” aligned with four of our high schools.

After further public consultation, I attended Monday’s E&C Committee meeting where it must be said, important progress had been made.

March 12, 2024
Nantwich salon backs cancer survivor’s bid to win Ms Great Britain crown

Nantwich salon backs cancer survivor’s bid to win Ms Great Britain crown

A Nantwich hairdressing salon is supporting a cancer survivor as she bids to win a major beauty title.

Anya Hynes, a client at Steven Burgin Hairdressing on Hospital Street, is raising money for Cancer Research UK as she prepares to compete in Ms Great Britain.

March 11, 2024
How to choose the right family car for your budget

How to choose the right family car for your budget

Choosing the right family car involves careful thought. Your lifestyle needs, budget constraints and long-term financial goals play important roles in your decision.

If you have young children, it’s also worth thinking about how their needs might change as they grow up.

March 11, 2024
Nantwich dog rescue centre appeals for volunteers for DIY project

Nantwich dog rescue centre appeals for volunteers for DIY project

A Nantwich dog rescue centre is appealing for residents to roll up their sleeves and help with some DIY at their volunteer open weekend.

Our Safe Haven kennels will be hosting two open days on March 23rd and 24th between 10am and 4pm.

March 11, 2024