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REVIEW: Crewe Lyceum Summer Youth Project

REVIEW: Crewe Lyceum Summer Youth Project

By Claire Faulkner
The Crewe Lyceum Theatre Summer Youth Project hit the stage this weekend with Bugsy Malone.

More than 70 young people were given the opportunity to be involved in a two-week project designed to give aspiring performers the chance to work with professional directors and choreographers.

August 18, 2024
80,000 pensioners in Cheshire East to lose winter fuel payment

80,000 pensioners in Cheshire East to lose winter fuel payment

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
More than 80,000 pensioners in Cheshire East are to lose their winter fuel allowance under the Labour government’s plans, the Conservatives have claimed.

The government announced from this year that only those in receipt of pension credit or other means-tested benefits will get the annual payments, worth between £100 and £300.

August 17, 2024
From pub to parlour – Nantwich inn converted by funeral directors

From pub to parlour – Nantwich inn converted by funeral directors

Work to convert a well known Nantwich pub into a funeral parlour has been completed.

The former Rifleman pub on James Hall Street has been transformed over the past 14 months into a new home for Gavin Palin Funeral Directors.

August 17, 2024
Nantwich bakery Chatwins backs Lyceum summer project

Nantwich bakery Chatwins backs Lyceum summer project

Nantwich bakery Chatwins has proven it’s the cream of the crop after showing support for Crewe Lyceum Theatre’s Summer Youth Project.

The theatre is currently in the final throes of rehearsals for Bugsy Malone – its summer youth production.

August 16, 2024
Importance of developing strong writing skills in modern education system

Importance of developing strong writing skills in modern education system

Every field continuously evolves and brings new dimensions that give it a new shape.

The same is with education – it is no longer what it used to be a few decades or for that matter, even a few years ago.

August 16, 2024
CEC unveil cost-cutting plan to save £91 million in four years

CEC unveil cost-cutting plan to save £91 million in four years

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East looks set to approve a cost-cutting plan to “transform” the council and save up to £91 million over the next four years as it struggles to stave off effective bankruptcy.

The cash-strapped council needs to plug a £100 million funding gap by 2028.

August 16, 2024
Three men charged in connection with massive Crewe fire

Three men charged in connection with massive Crewe fire

Three men have been charged with arson with intent to endanger life following an investigation into the huge fire which ripped through a building on Catherine Street in Crewe.

James Evans, 19, from Welles Street in Sandbach; Justin Evans, 18, from Catherine Street in Crewe; and Peter Lord, 19, of no fixed address were remanded into custody to appear at Crewe Magistrates on 16 August.

August 16, 2024
Preparing your family for any emergency

Preparing your family for any emergency

Emergencies can occur unexpectedly at any moment and being prepared is crucial.

Ensuring your family is ready for any emergency means everyone knows how to respond quickly and safely.

August 15, 2024
Cheshire Padel to launch at Vagrants in Willaston

Cheshire Padel to launch at Vagrants in Willaston

The growing sport of padel is launching in Nantwich this weekend.

The new Cheshire Padel group unveils its new padel court at the Vagrants sports club in Willaston.

August 15, 2024
Nantwich CC maintain title challenge with win at Bowdon

Nantwich CC maintain title challenge with win at Bowdon

Nantwich CC 1sts maintained their challenge at the top of the Cheshire ECB Premier League with a four-wicket win at Bowdon.

Oliver Griffiths sealed the victory in dramatic style, hitting 27 from 11 balls and finishing with two consecutive sixes as the Dabbers chased down a target of 226 with three overs to spare.

August 15, 2024
Students across Nantwich and Crewe celebrate A Level success

Students across Nantwich and Crewe celebrate A Level success

Thousands of students across Nantwich and South Cheshire celebrated their A Level, BTEC and T Level results today.

Celebrations took place at Brine Leas School in Nantwich with a number of students earning straight As and A*s which headteacher Paul Whitehead called “a phenomenal achievement”.

August 15, 2024
As domestic abuse numbers rise, what can you look out for?

As domestic abuse numbers rise, what can you look out for?

Domestic abuse remains a grave issue across the globe, with the UK seeing a troubling increase in cases over recent years.

One particularly concerning development is the significant number of domestic abuse survivors who are now believed to be living with brain injuries.

August 15, 2024
Cash-strapped Cheshire East faces management restructure

Cash-strapped Cheshire East faces management restructure

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council is to reorganise its senior management structure which, a report states, is ‘no longer considered fit for purpose’.

The council last reviewed its senior management team in 2019 and further changes were made in 2021.

August 15, 2024