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Joint fire and police station plan for Crewe axed amid £18m bill

Joint fire and police station plan for Crewe axed amid £18m bill

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Plans to build a joint police and fire station in Crewe have been axed after it was discovered the project would have cost taxpayers £18 million.

Members of the Cheshire Fire Authority unanimously voted at a meeting today (September 18) to move forward with plans to build a station solely for the fire service instead.

September 18, 2019
Closed Nantwich car park to re-open under new operator

Closed Nantwich car park to re-open under new operator

A popular car park in Nantwich is to re-open under a new operator, agents confirmed today.

The Bowers Row car park was closed off last week after Cheshire East Council refused to pay higher rental charges and declined to renew the lease.

September 18, 2019
The Cast of Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Pamela Raith Photography

Review: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Lyceum was full last night (September 17) for the opening of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.

There is something quite special about this show.

September 18, 2019
Stapeley Parish Action Group unveils Walk Stapeley leaflet

Stapeley Parish Action Group unveils Walk Stapeley leaflet

Stapeley Parish Action Group has unveiled its latest “Walk Stapeley” leaflet.

It’s the second such leaflet which invites residents and visitors to do a series of walks around the parish.

September 17, 2019
Hack Green Nuclear Bunker to stage Soviet Threat event

Hack Green Nuclear Bunker to stage Soviet Threat event

Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker near Nantwich is hosting its popular living history event where the Soviet threat of the Cold War comes to life.

It’s happening this weekend September 21-22.

September 17, 2019
Cheshire East to step up gully clearance after flooding problems

Cheshire East to step up gully clearance after flooding problems

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Work is being stepped up to clear gullies across parts of Cheshire East that were hit by flooding this summer.

Paul Traynor, head of highways at Cheshire East Council, told councillors two more gully clearing machines are being used in an attempt to clear as many grids as possible by the end of the year.

September 17, 2019
Broomhall and Sound flower festival set for October

Broomhall and Sound flower festival set for October

The Broomhall and Sound Chapel Flower Festival will take place on October 4 to 7.

The event themed “Harvest Past and Present” will be on Friday October 4 from 12pm-5pm, and Saturday October 5 10.30am-5pm.

September 17, 2019
Readers’ Letters: First aid skills compulsory in state schools

Readers’ Letters: First aid skills compulsory in state schools

Dear editor
You never know how you would act in an emergency, yet our actions could save a life.

This is why I think it’s fantastic that, after 10 years of campaigning by the British Red Cross, it will be compulsory for first aid skills to be taught in all state schools in England from 2020.

September 17, 2019

Hula Hoop Class in Crewe

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September 16, 2019

Nantwich Mind Body Spirit Event

A Diary Date 26th / 27th October an excellent Mind Body Spirit Event at Nantwich Civic Hall Doors Open 10am until 6pm. With 50 + Exhibitors & 30 + Talks Workshops & Demonstrations Of Mediumship All Included In The Entrance Of £3 concession £3.50 full price weekend pass £5 & £6 in advance or £1 more on the door https://www.rosemarydouglas.com/nantwich-26th-27th-october-2019/

September 16, 2019
Shavington Drama Group to stage “Tiptoe Through the Tombstones”

Shavington Drama Group to stage “Tiptoe Through the Tombstones”

By Claire Faulkner
Shavington Drama Group are celebrating their 30th year by presenting “Tiptoe Through The Tombstones” this week.

Written by Norman Robbins and directed by Megan Goode, the local drama group have worked hard to produce a show they hope everyone will enjoy.

September 16, 2019
Car fire closes busy Nantwich road

Car fire closes busy Nantwich road

A car which crashed and set on fire was causing major tailbacks in Nantwich.

The incident happened on Newcastle Road just off the Cheerbrook roundabout at around 4pm.

September 16, 2019
RSPCA cattery in Nantwich seeks adopting home ahead of building work

RSPCA cattery in Nantwich seeks adopting home ahead of building work

An RSPCA cattery in Nantwich is appealing for people to adopt one of its feline residents ahead of building work scheduled to take place this month.

RSPCA Stapeley Grange, in London Road, currently has 32 cats looking for new homes.

September 16, 2019