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ilovemacc is the one-stop news, information and business website for Macclesfield and the ‘golden triangle’ of Prestbury, Alderley and Wilmslow.

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  • A walk in the park?

    We’ve been contacted by a number of local residents regarding the coronavirus outbreak and the government guidelines/regulations relating to movement of people. Those that have...

  • Cheshire East launch business help scheme

    Cheshire East Council has launched a scheme to help businesses support each other during the Covid-19 outbreak. The scheme, which can be accessed via the...

  • Macclesfield Hospital visiting suspended

    As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, virtually all visiting at Macclesfield Hospital has been suspended. An East Cheshire NHS Trust spokesman said: “In line...

  • 6-month suspension on MOT tests

    The government has announced a 6-month suspension on MOT tests. If your car is due an MOT test, you won’t have to book a test...

  • Macclesfield’s makers and creators go virtual

    This Sunday 29th March, Macclesfield’s famous Treacle Market will be coming to your living rooms as the founders have transformed the monthly market into a...

  • Warn children to stay away from construction sites

    With the health service under huge pressure, Cheshire East Council is urging all parents – and their children – to stay safe and not put...

  • Car parking charges suspended

    Parking charges in Cheshire East-run car parks have been suspended as part of a number of service changes made in response to Covid-19.  While following...

  • Waste recycling sites closed

    Following the announcement by the Prime Minister on Monday, Cheshire East Council have closed all its household waste recycling centres until further notice. Residents are...

  • Paul’s pics

    Local wildlife photographer, Paul Beech, captured a dunnock looking a little confused with the pottery robin. Isolating yourself at home needn’t mean getting bored –...

  • Coronavirus leads to Macclesfield Hospital maternity switch

    Maternity facilities are being relocated from Macclesfield District General Hospital to neighbouring maternity units as a safety measure to meet pressures relating to coronavirus and...

  • Geronimo 2020

    We realise that we are in a period of massive uncertainty and we all need to look forward to brighter, special days to share with...

  • Help East Cheshire Hospice

    At a time of great uncertainty and confusion, we sincerely hope that you and your loved ones are okay. Please ensure that you are staying...

  • Peak Park closes its facilities

    In light of the coronavirus pandemic the Peak District National Park has closed all its offices, ranger hubs and visitor facilities – including car parks....

  • McDonald’s franchisee Eddie battles on

    Eddie Leligdowicz, the owner of the Macclesfield McDonald’s franchise and a dozen more throughout Cheshire and North Staffordshire has spoken out after his restaurants were...

  • Bollington child kidnap – man charged

    A man has been charged in connection with the kidnap of a child in Bollington.  Macclesfield man, Curtis Watson, 28-years-of-age, has been arrested on Water...

  • Cheshire East closes buildings and leisure facilities

    Cheshire East Council is closing its buildings and leisure facilities to protect “vital frontline services” and people from the risk of Covid-19. Macclesfield Leisure Centre,...

  • Pride in the Park postponed

    Owing to the ongoing concerns and impact of Coronavirus, Cheshire East Council is postponing its Pride in the Park summer event until September. The event...

  • Cheshire East Covid-19 information hub

    Cheshire East Council has launched a new Covid-19 information hub – which includes essential information and updates on changes to council services as a result of...

  • Paul’s pics

    Two more beautful images from regular contributor, wildlife photographer Paul Beech. Both pictures take in Macclesfield Forest area. The second image is a buzzard carrying...

  • Watch out for scam text messages

    With the coronavirus pandemic to deal with many people will have enough on their plate, but having just received what’s evidently a scam text message...