New Crewe and Nantwich MP Laura Smith has accused the Government of “smoke and mirrors” tactics over its latest schools funding pledge.
Education Secretary Justine Greening announced yesterday that a revised National ‘Fair Funding Formula’ would pump an extra £1.3 billion into schools.
Nantwich bus users are being urged to air their views as Cheshire East plans a radical overhaul of its supported routes which could impact on hundreds of people.
The 10-week borough-wide consultation into proposed changes to subsidised bus services, including the ‘Little Bus’ flexible transport service, comes to an end on July 26.
A Tarporley woman ditched a dull council job to launch her dream photography business.
And Abigail Webb’s bold move is already paying off, after scooping a Bronze Bar in a national child portrait competition.
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Green-fingered Laurence Perry’s cheeky garden gnomes have sparked a rumpus in Wistaston – and a council letter threatening action!
Laurence, who has helped transform derelict council land in the village for the last four years, added the gnomes baring their bottoms as part of colourful displays on grass verges.
A children’s play area in Nantwich looks set to be upgraded after a two-year battle for funding and planning permission.
Youngsters have helped planners put together new ideas for the recreation area on the development of Canalside Close, off Marsh Lane.
Cheshire East Council leaders have welcomed a Government announcement for a public consultation on plans to build a HS2 Hub station in South Cheshire.
The consultation was unveiled today (July 17) by Transport Secretary Chris Grayling who confirmed Britain’s high speed rail lines to the North West, East Midlands and Yorkshire.
Fizz fans are in for a treat when Cheshire-based wine company stages a Fizz Club at Residence in Nantwich
The July 26 event will give fans of sparkling wine a chance to taste samples from all corners of the globe.
Four baby grey wagtails are recovering at the Nantwich RSPCA wildlife centre after their nest crumbled and fell into an air vent at Leighton Hospital.
Staff in the hospital’s pathology department were alerted to the birds’ plight after hearing tweeting and seeing a tiny bird inside the vent.
Nantwich Concert Band’s summer season is in full swing after an excellent concert with the Fraser School of Irish Dancers.
The groups teamed up to perform a Midsummer Music and Dance concert in Nantwich Civic Hall.
Nantwich heavyweight Nathan Gorman made it 10 and 0 in professional fights after he demolished another opponent in Blackpool.
The 21-year-old is now eyeing an English Title bout in October against Nick Webb.
Visitors packed in to Nantwich town square for the popular Societies Spectacular event.
More than 30 local groups and societies opened up stalls to promote what they do to a large audience in an event organised by Nantwich Town Council.
Top Crewe and Nantwich students celebrated honours at the South and West Cheshire College annual awards night.
There were 34 individual awards presented to students studying a range of academic and vocational courses from A Levels to Access courses at the newly formed college.
The “River Weaver – a meander through time” exhibition has opened at Nantwich Museum.
The exhibition, which charts the story of how the river has shaped local history, will run until Saturday September 9 at the Pillory Street venue.
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