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Covid-19 Local Testing Site in Crewe open to pre-booked appointments

Covid-19 Local Testing Site in Crewe open to pre-booked appointments

A new walk-through Covid-19 testing site in Crewe is now open to pre-booked appointments.

The semi-permanent site, known as a Local Testing Site (LTS), is on Chester Street car park and offers bespoke walk-through appointments.

October 7, 2020
Cheshire East second “local plan” blueprint passed by Cabinet

Cheshire East second “local plan” blueprint passed by Cabinet

By Ethan Davies, local democracy reporter
A controversial plan for development in Cheshire East has been passed by council cabinet and will go out for public consultation.

October 7, 2020
Nantwich Town Council launches consultation on three-year plan

Nantwich Town Council launches consultation on three-year plan

Nantwich Town council has unveiled a three-year action plan – which includes enhancing green spaces and possibly offering free public wi-fi.

The 24-page 2019 Corporate Strategic Plan sets out the council’s aims and objectives for the next three years, 2020-2023.

October 6, 2020
READER’S LETTER: RNIB launches emergency mental health sessions

READER’S LETTER: RNIB launches emergency mental health sessions

Dear Editor,
2020 has been a difficult year for everyone, and that is bound to have an impact on people’s mental health.

October 6, 2020
Nantwich Town sign striker McGowan from 1874 Northwich

Nantwich Town sign striker McGowan from 1874 Northwich

Nantwich Town have signed striker Scott McGowan from 1874 Northwich.

The 33-year-old striker arrives at Nantwich having scored a club record 128 goals in just 189 appearances in just over four seasons with the Mid Cheshire club.

October 6, 2020
Newly promoted Raven win in Crewe Regional Premier Division

Newly promoted Raven win in Crewe Regional Premier Division

Newly promoted The Raven had a commendable 2-1 win at Betley in the Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League.

Goals from Gary Pownall and Josh Wynne helped them to victory in the Premier Division clash.

October 6, 2020
Nantwich clubs and groups benefit from community funding

Nantwich clubs and groups benefit from community funding

Clubs and groups in Nantwich have benefited from a community fund grant scheme run by a developer.

A new triathlon club, a Scout group, a health and wellbeing charity and a befriending scheme are three of the organisations supported by Redrow’s latest £5,000 community fund.

October 6, 2020
Cheshire East Council warning to tenants as ban on evictions ends

Cheshire East Council warning to tenants as ban on evictions ends

Cheshire East Council has warned tenants that a Government ban on evictions during the Covid-19 pandemic has come to an end.

Government guidance strongly advises landlords not to commence or continue eviction proceedings without a very good reason.

October 6, 2020
Old skate park which closed

Residents unhappy at closure of Nantwich skate and cycle park

Nantwich residents have hit out at the closure of a skate and cycle park which authorities say has had to be shut “on safety grounds”.

The area within Barony Park in Nantwich is used by scores of youngsters playing on their skateboards and bikes, but has fallen into disrepair in recent weeks.

October 5, 2020
Nantwich Town game postponed after player tests positive for Covid-19

Nantwich Town game postponed after player tests positive for Covid-19

Nantwich Town’s midweek clash against Gainsborough has been postponed after a Dabbers player tested positive for Covid-19 virus.

A number of players underwent tests yesterday after some reported feeling unwell after their FA Cup victory against Barwell on Saturday.

October 5, 2020
Cheshire East spends nearly £1.4 million on agency workers

Cheshire East spends nearly £1.4 million on agency workers

By Ethan Davies, local democracy reporter
More than £1.3 million was spent on agency social workers by Cheshire East Council last year.

A Freedom of Information request to the council shows that officials sanctioned a £1,370,528 spend on agency social workers in the 2019-20 municipal term.

October 4, 2020
RSPCA sounds horse welfare warning amid 84 incidents in Cheshire

RSPCA sounds horse welfare warning amid 84 incidents in Cheshire

RSPCA has voiced fears a recession will bring “welfare catastrophe” for horses after responding to 84 horse incidents in Cheshire during lockdown.

The charity is bracing itself for an influx of sick and abandoned horses following the pandemic
that will cripple resources.

October 4, 2020
Nantwich Town step closer to FA Cup 1st Round with victory over Barwell

Nantwich Town step closer to FA Cup 1st Round with victory over Barwell

By Liam Price
Joe Mwasile’s first half goal against Barwell was enough to see Nantwich Town through to the Third Qualifying Round of the Emirates FA Cup for the fourth time in the last five seasons.

October 4, 2020