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Popular series of summer concerts returns to St Mary’s in Nantwich

Popular series of summer concerts returns to St Mary’s in Nantwich

The popular series of summer lunchtime concerts held at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich returns next week.

Each Thursday, there will be live performances by singers and musicians at the church.

May 3, 2024
Calm bags available at Everybody leisure centres in Cheshire East

Calm bags available at Everybody leisure centres in Cheshire East

New “Calm Bags” are now being provided in 16 Everybody’s leisure centres across Cheshire East, including Nantwich.

It’s part of a scheme with Ruby’s Fund to help neuro-diverse people using the leisure facilities.

May 3, 2024
Worker health and wellness: Promoting balance in industrial environments

Worker health and wellness: Promoting balance in industrial environments

When you’re the owner of a manufacturing or construction company, you might be worried about how you’re going to keep your workers safe and well in this traditionally dangerous environment.

May 2, 2024
Leighton Hospital “Frailty Unit” marks one-year milestone

Leighton Hospital “Frailty Unit” marks one-year milestone

Leighton Hospital’s Frail Elderly Assessment Unit (FEAU) has celebrated its first year since opening, marking a significant milestone for the teams involved.

The unit opened in April 2023 and is focussed on preventing hospital admission by supporting local communities’ most vulnerable patients to get better.

May 2, 2024
Cash-strapped Cheshire East could close libraries, campaigners fear

Cash-strapped Cheshire East could close libraries, campaigners fear

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council could be looking to close four of its libraries to cut costs, campaigners fear.

It is feared that the libraries at Alderley Edge, Bollington, Disley and Handforth are all under threat of closure from next year.

May 2, 2024
Police rescue man running into traffic in Nantwich

Police rescue man running into traffic in Nantwich

Police had to rescue a man from serious injury amid reports he was “running in and out of traffic” in Nantwich town centre.

The incident happened earlier today around 8.30am in the main High Street area of the town.

May 2, 2024
FEATURE: Five places to cycle in the UK

FEATURE: Five places to cycle in the UK

The UK offers some of the most varied and stunning cycling routes in the world, ranging from gentle scenic trails to challenging mountain climbs.

As well as the National Cycle Network, you’ll find exciting trails to explore up and down the country.

May 2, 2024
CEC to scrap cash payments on all but one car park in Nantwich

CEC to scrap cash payments on all but one car park in Nantwich

Nantwich Town councillors are to discuss plans by Cheshire East to scrap cash payments on all but one of the council-run car parks in the town.

Cheshire East highways committee agreed back in January to going “cashless” on its car parks.

May 2, 2024
Cheshire East to close loss-making school meals service

Cheshire East to close loss-making school meals service

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is to close its loss-making school meals service next April.

It is also putting up the price of its meals for schools from September until the service ends next year.

May 2, 2024
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Mystery Lotto winner from Cheshire scoops £350,000 prize!

A mystery Lotto HotPicks winner from Cheshire has scooped a £350,000 prize.

The winner, known only as Mr. A, won the top prize in the Lotto HotPicks draw on Saturday April 6.

May 1, 2024
Anti-Violence Bee Monument arrives in Crewe town centre

Anti-Violence Bee Monument arrives in Crewe town centre

The eye-opening Anti-Violence Bee Monument has got the area buzzing after arriving in Crewe town centre.

From today (May 1), the impressive structure made from guns and knives seized by police, will be on display on Memorial Square until May 30.

May 1, 2024
Dogs welcome at Marbury Merry Days country fair

Dogs welcome at Marbury Merry Days country fair

By Jonathan White
The Marbury Merry Days traditional country fair will this year include a ‘Gun Dog Scurry’ on both days and a ‘Fun Dog Show’ on Sunday.

The popular two-day fair will take place on Saturday and Sunday May 11-12 this month.

May 1, 2024
Salt-making demonstration day on Nantwich Town Square

Salt-making demonstration day on Nantwich Town Square

Experts will be holding a special salt-making demonstration in Nantwich to show people how the town became famous for it!

Specialists from Nantwich Museum will be on the town square on Thursday May 9 to see how salt was made during the medieval period using brine from the Old Biot.

May 1, 2024