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Cheshire East says measures to cut spends “making an impact”

Cheshire East says measures to cut spends “making an impact”

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council says measures taken to reduce its forecasted £26.5m overspend this financial year are starting to work.

Interim finance boss Adele Taylor was reporting on the first financial review of 2024/25 to the corporate policy committee.

October 7, 2024
Nantwich Town Women hammer Newton-le-Willows 5-1

Nantwich Town Women hammer Newton-le-Willows 5-1

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town Women thumped Newton-Le-Willows Ladies 5-1 to move up to fourth in the Premier Division of the Cheshire Women’s & Youth Football League.

Levi Lander (pictured) scored a hat-trick and there was also a debut goal for Alicia Hatton as well as a first goal of the season for Natalie Walker.

October 7, 2024
Police release CCTV image following serious assault in Nantwich

Police release CCTV image following serious assault in Nantwich

Detectives have issued an image of a man they want to trace as they refresh their appeal in relation to a serious assault in Nantwich.

As part of the investigation, police have released this CCTV image of a man they want to speak to.

October 7, 2024
LETTER: Do the Cheshire East tips need to close?

LETTER: Do the Cheshire East tips need to close?

Dear Editor,
After five years of Labour/Independent administration, CEC finances are in a perilous state and difficult decisions must be made to avoid an S114 (Bankruptcy) Notice.

But the Tip Consultation, (where residents voted overwhelmingly against tip closures) and a Residents’ Petition of over 7,000 signatures, must be given significant weight. (Although it’s questionable why, after similar, previous consultations, more taxpayers money was wasted on another clearly pre-determined process).

October 7, 2024
CEC garden waste scheme opens for renewals and new subscribers

CEC garden waste scheme opens for renewals and new subscribers

Subscriptions to renew or sign up for the first time to Cheshire East Council’s Garden Waste Recycling Scheme have opened today.

Residents will need to opt-in to the scheme to use their garden bin to recycle green waste and will pay an annual subscription fee for their bin to be collected.

October 7, 2024
Graphic Design: What it is

Graphic Design: What it is

When you hear the word “design”, your mind probably conjures up beautiful images with perfect colour balance.

But in reality, everything is much deeper, as design is not just illustrations and icons.

October 6, 2024
JFIF vs JPG: What is the difference and which one is better?

JFIF vs JPG: What is the difference and which one is better?

In today’s digital age, many image formats are used globally, but not all are equal.

Even though JFIF and JPG extensions deal more or less with the same thing, each format has its own specifications and intricacies behind the scenes.

October 6, 2024
Second-half - interim Dabbers Manager Jon Moran encourages his players

Nantwich Town earn 2-1 victory at Kidsgrove Athletic

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town made it back-to-back wins under interim boss Jon Moran with a 2-1 victory away at Kidsgrove Athletic.

There was just one change for the Dabbers from the win over Congleton, with club captain Troy Bourne making a welcome return just in time as Courtney Meppen-Walters was ruled out injured.

October 6, 2024
“Step into Christmas” event heads for Crewe Lyceum

“Step into Christmas” event heads for Crewe Lyceum

It’s almost time to “Step Into Christmas” with a festive show that stops off in South Cheshire on its 35 venue tour next month.

The show, which features music from all the favourite Christmas songs, comes to Crewe Lyceum Theatre on Tuesday November 12.

October 6, 2024
LETTER: Cheshire East has disregard for financial stability

LETTER: Cheshire East has disregard for financial stability

Dear Editor,
Labour-led Cheshire East Council is on track to miss its budget targets for a third consecutive year.

This is not only disappointing but also shows of a deep-rooted incompetence within the current administration.

October 6, 2024
Car ends on roof in serious accident in Nantwich

Car ends on roof in serious accident in Nantwich

A car flipped and landed on its roof in a serious crash on Middlewich Road in Nantwich earlier today.

The accident happened at around 3am and fire crews were called out to help cut the driver free from the wreckage.

October 6, 2024
Cup round-up in Crewe Regional Sunday League

Cup round-up in Crewe Regional Sunday League

Raven Salvador continue their good form as they beat Alderman United 3-2 in the first round of the Presidents Cup.

Che Sanchez found himself on the score sheet again, Ben Burrow and Jordan Elcock also scored for the home side.

October 6, 2024
Granary Arts Cafe in Nantwich to stage Mind fundraiser

Granary Arts Cafe in Nantwich to stage Mind fundraiser

A fundraising night of experimental post punk will take place at The Granary Arts Cafe in Nantwich.

The event, which aims to raise money for Mid Cheshire Mind, will take place at the venue on Welsh Row on October 26.

October 4, 2024