Sport

  • Banners banned!

    Reassuring to see that East Cheshire’s ‘elf n safety’ brigade continue to toil in their efforts to save us all from ourselves. You may have...

  • Classic transport evenings at the Swettenham Arms

    If you’re interested in cars, bikes or even tractors and farm machinery, every Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday head for the Swettenham Arms where, over the...

  • Take positive steps this summer

    Peak District National Park Rangers have teamed up with Derbyshire Dales District Council’s Walking for Health scheme to provide new opportunities for people to enjoy...

  • Open-top bus for the Macclesfield Champions

    Macclesfield Town Council has organised an open-top bus to carry the conquering Macclesfield Town Football Club team from the Moss Rose, through the town, to...

  • Spring walk to Lawton Woods

    A 6km (4 mile) countryside ramble, with Ranger Matt, to see the extensive bluebell displays in Lawton Woods. Suitable for adults and accompanied children over...

  • Fun dog show & behaviour clinic

    A Fun Dog Show, in aid of Animal Support Volunteers, plus an informative Dog Behaviour Clinic from local dog trainer Vic Barlow. 10.00am to 2.00pm....

  • parkrun

    Today (Saturday 28th April) saw the launch of Macclesfield’s very own parkrun, taking place in South Park. parkrun’s are weekly 5km, volunteer-led, timed runs which...

  • Silkmen’s open-top bus postponed

    Due to unforeseen circumstances i.e. the team can’t make it – the open-top bus tour of the town by the victorious Silkmen has had to...

  • Keep your dog on a lead

    Local dog owners are urged to enjoy the countryside responsibly by keeping their dogs on a lead when near to livestock, to avoid sheep worrying....

  • Bollington Brewing 3 Peaks Fell Race

    The Bollington Brewing Co. has already seen 240 runners* sign up online to its 10th anniversary 3 Peaks Fell Race, which returns this year on...

  • Reaching for the stars

    Over 700 people took part in the recent East Cheshire Hospice Starlight Walk. Participants each received a candle and a pebble of remembrance to carry...

  • Promotion – Askey’s “biggest achievement”

    Macclesfield Town boss John Askey says guiding the club to promotion back into the Football League is the greatest achievement of his long association with the...

  • Silkmen promoted

    John Askey’s side were relegated following the 2011-2012 season, but have clambered to a 10-point lead over Tranmere to confirm their promotion back to the...

  • FIFA World Cup 2018 Ticket Alert

    The 2018 FIFA World Cup will take place from 14th June – 15th July 2018.  The worldwide demand for match tickets is expected to be...

  • £1.6m boost for green transport

    Cheshire East Council has been awarded £1.6m to boost greener transport and connectivity in the borough. The Local Growth Fund money, from Cheshire and Warrington...

  • Walkers – Macclesfield challenge for children’s hospice

    Appeal for walkers to take on Macclesfield challenge for children’s hospice Walkers are being asked to pull on their boots to tackle the three highest...

  • Beaglelandia world record attempt at Capesthorne

    Pet & Dog Social Media App Bauwow has joined forces with the Merseyside Beagle Club to hold a world record attempt for the largest single...

  • Minister from Down Under shares Peak Park experiences

    Above: Sarah Fowler and the Hon Rick Colless Australian minister, the Hon Rick Colless, learned about partnership working in the Peak District National Park during...

  • Ramblers present £10,000 to Great Ridge campaign

    Generous ramblers have given a £10,000 boost to a Peak District National Park fundraising campaign. The South Yorkshire and North East Derbyshire Area Ramblers donated...

  • Gawsworth Jesters Bike Night

    The Gawsworth Jesters annual bike night is held at the Harrington Arms in Gawsworth, just off the A536 between Congleton and Macclesfield. The event takes...