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  • RHS Chatsworth 2019

    By on June 4, 2019

    RHS Chatsworth opens its doors tomorrow and runs until Sunday 9th June and visitors are in for a huge treat of unusual plants, take home...

  • Roe-naissance News

    By on June 4, 2019

    The Christ Church Roe-naissance project team consists of nine volunteers working with The Churches Conservation Trust to define a new purpose for Christ Church –...

  • Janet is Macclesfield’s new mayor

    By on June 3, 2019

    Cllr Janet Jackson, MBE, has been appointed Mayor of Macclesfield for the second time – previously serving as Mayor in 2014. Janet has represented Macclesfield...

  • BT ‘phone scam

    By on June 3, 2019

    The scammers are at it again. I’ve just had a phone call – a recorded voice told me it was BT and that my landline...

  • Medieval madness at Tatton

    By on June 1, 2019

    Some people receive embossed invitations to dine with royalty. Tatton Park has a rather different proposition on offer this June – you are most cordially...

  • Airport pick-up fees increased

    By on May 31, 2019

    Manchester Airport is increasing its car parking fees for people picking up passengers from the start of June. Short stay car parking is being increased...

  • Peak Park fundraiser appeal success

    By on May 30, 2019

    Above: A stretch of the Great Ridge path between the Vale of Edale and the Hope Valley is to be repaired. Two of the most...

  • Cheshire Police break equality law

    By on May 30, 2019

    An employment tribunal has ruled against Cheshire Police in a case brought by 25-year-old Matthew Furlong on the grounds of sexual orientation, race and sex....

  • Crime Commissioner’s report into Chief Constable “flawed”

    By on May 30, 2019

    The investigation into Cheshire’s Chief Constable Simon Byrne at a cost to taxpayers of £450,000 – has been deemed “flawed” and based on “flimsy” allegations....

  • Be vigilant – scams are increasing!

    By on May 29, 2019

    Elderly and vulnerable Cheshire residents are being urged to be vigilant following an increase in the number of fraud offences reported to police over the...

  • Freemasons contribute to Macclesfield Christie appeal

    By on May 29, 2019

    Rob Bramley, Senior Cheshire Freemason, recently attended The Christie to make a £12,500 donation to Dr Andrew Sykes, Roger Spencer and Aislinn Walsh at the...

  • Appeal after boy assaulted in Poynton

    By on May 29, 2019

    Police investigating an assault in Poynton are appealing for information and footage from members of the public. Between 8.30pm and 8.50pm on Sunday 28 April...

  • What’s on at Cinemac

    By on May 28, 2019

    CinemacOld Sunday SchoolRoe StreetMacclesfield SK11 6UT Tickets• can be purchased on the door, subject to demand• can be booked in advance at cinemac.org.uk• can be...

  • BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2019

    By on May 28, 2019

    The mysterious world of the plant breeder will be plunged into the limelight at BBC Gardeners’ World Live (13 – 16 June at Birmingham’s NEC)...

  • Beech Hall Dog Show

    By on May 28, 2019

    Beech Hall School held a special charity dog show event recently, as part of its year-long programme of ambitious fundraising for local mental health charity,...

  • It’s Northern Ireland for Cheshire’s ex-police chief

    By on May 28, 2019

    Cheshire’s former chief constable has landed the role of heading up the police force in Northern Ireland. Simon Byrne, who was cleared of bullying last...

  • Open heart surgery – by the roadside!

    By on May 27, 2019

    A motorcyclist has thanked the doctor who performed emergency open chest heart surgery at the side of the road, saving his life and enabling him...

  • Cheshire Firefighters promote boat fire safety

    By on May 27, 2019

    Firefighters in Cheshire will be out and about this week (Monday 27 May to Sunday 2 June) promoting fire safety on boats as part of...

  • Oliver!

    By on May 27, 2019

    Image ⓒ David J King The musical masterpiece Oliver! swaps the streets of London for Buxton. Following the huge success of Buxton Opera House’s production of West Side Story,...

  • The Big Lunch 2019

    By on May 27, 2019

    On the first weekend of June, communities across the UK will be coming together for a day of food, friendship and fun with The Big...