All posts by Editor

  • 10 weeks, 10 National Parks and 1000 miles

    Adventurous travel writer Jen Lowthrop is stepping out on her biggest challenge yet – hiking across England’s 10 national parks to raise £10,000 for Peak District...

  • Police raid Parkgate Road house

    Two people have been arrested following an early morning raid at a property in Parkgate Road, Macclesfield. At around 6.30am on Friday, July 14, officers...

  • New mobile breast screening unit

    Above: Mammographers Tiahna Bennett and Jeiran Hajivandi Staff from East Cheshire NHS Trust have welcomed the arrival of a brand-new mobile breast screening unit. The...

  • Walkers rally in aid of children’s hospice

    The Cheshire Three Peaks Challenge, held annually in Macclesfield, has raised £13,900 for the Francis House Children’s Hospice and outdoor enthusiasts roamed the Cheshire hills...

  • MP’s visits new Mental Health war

    Macclesfield MP, David Rutley, met with Tim Welch, Chief Executive of Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Trust (CWP), to visit the new Mulberry Ward, an...

  • Men sought following Congleton assault

    Detectives have released CCTV images of two men they are looking to speak to in relation to an assault in Congleton. At around 12.30am on...

  • Old Macc 22

    Old Macc was published many years ago by local historian and ex-editor of the Macclesfield Express, Doug Pickford. Doug has kindly given ilovemacc permission to reproduce...

  • What’s On at Cinemac

    Wednesday 12thIndiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (12A) 2h 35m – 13:30Elemental (PG) 1h 50m – 17:00Thursday 13thElemental (PG) 1h 50m – 17:00Indiana Jones...

  • Advise on councillors’ allowances

    Cheshire East Council is seeking four people to sit on a panel to provide advice on appropriate payments for elected members (councillors). The Independent Remuneration...

  • The Last Picture Show for Cheshire East’s Crewe scheme

    A cinema chain that had been a critical element of Cheshire East’s Crewe Royal Arcade development has collapsed into administration. Empire Cinemas, an anchor tenant...

  • Further disruption at hospital

    Unions have announced a five-day walkout of junior doctors from 7 am on Thursday, 13th July until 7 am on Tuesday, 18th July. This action will be...

  • Netflix account fraud

    The email looks convincing enough, but it’s a scam. Hover your cursor over the ‘Update Profile’ box in the original email and you’ll see: the...

  • Ken is the new Peak Park Authority chair

    Above: Ken Smith ⓒ Tom Marshall The Peak District National Park Authority has announced a new chair, following its Annual General Meeting. Secretary of State-appointed member,...

  • Closing Cheshire East HQ ‘good for the environment’

    Having spent millions on its Sandbach headquarters East Council is considering closing its HQ and operating out of Crewe and Macclesfield. The plans, outlined in...

  • East Cheshire NHS 75th birthday celebrations

    Above: The winning cake was baked by Aurora Bautista, a Healthcare Assistant Staff, patients and visitors came together earlier this week to celebrate the 75th...

  • Rythm of the Dance

    Wednesday 26 July 7:30pm – Buxton Opera House Rooted in Ireland’s rich culture and heritage, this show takes a different perspective on all things Irish. Featuring...

  • Summer gardens to visit

    Above: RowleyHouse, Forty Acre Lane, Kermincham With summer in full swing there’s plenty to explore in the week ahead. Whether you’re looking for historic gardens...

  • Jailed after breaching Macclesfield C.B.O.s

    Two women from Macclesfield have been jailed after breaching Criminal Behaviour Orders. Lauren Wilson and Nicola Gregory were each given a four-week custodial sentence after...

  • Railway station ticket office to close

    Plans have been announced to close nearly every railway station ticket office across England. Travellers will be forced to use train operators’ ‘phone apps or...

  • Macclesfield man sought

    Cheshire Police are appealing for help from the public to locate a Macclesfield man. Kane Billinge, 23,  is currently wanted in relation to a domestic...