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Council crackdown on scams
By Editor on July 12, 2015
Cheshire East Council has joined forces with partners as part of a crackdown on conmen. Working with the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) and the National...
Cheshire East welcomes Osborne’s brownfield homes initiative
By Editor on July 12, 2015
Cheshire East Council leader Michael Jones has welcomed the Chancellor’s announcement relaxing planning rules on brownfield sites. In order to boost the country’s house-building programme,...
Tony Diagne returning to The Moss
By Editor on July 12, 2015
Macclesfield Town have re-signed defender Tony Diagne on a season-long loan from Lincoln City. The 24-year-old Frenchman joined the Silkmen in 2011 after coming through...
Barnaby 2016 – put the date in your diary
By Editor on July 9, 2015
Barnaby Festival returns from Friday 17 June – Sunday 26 June 2016 for ten days of festivities in Macclesfield town centre on the theme ‘Space’. With funding from Arts Council England and Cheshire...
Rainow declared a no-crow zone
By Editor on July 9, 2015
Rainow has been declared a no-crow zone for the annual Scarecrow Festival which runs from Saturday 4th to the 18th July. We’ve managed to capture...
Redevelopment of the Bay Leaf is nothing short of insane
By Editor on July 8, 2015
If you’re a Bollington resident or visitor you may be aware that plans are being considered to redevelop the Bay Leaf restaurant (old Waggon & Horses...
Considering becoming a police Special?
By Editor on July 8, 2015
Ever considered becoming a volunteer police officer? Cheshire Constabulary would like to invite you along to an awareness seminar for those considering becoming a Special...
MP seeks answers on Hollins View
By Editor on July 8, 2015
Macclesfield MP David Rutley has called on Cheshire East to explain exactly where respite services for the elderly will be provided now Hollins View is...
Macclesfield café owners accuse Cheshire East of going back on deal
By Editor on July 8, 2015
The owners of a building on Churchill Way car park – due to be sold as part of the town-centre redevelopment plan – have criticised...
Cheshire Police aim to building bridges with young people
By Editor on July 7, 2015
“I don’t like talking to police officers because they are unapproachable,” “officers don’t talk in a way we understand”, is the feeling felt by young...
‘Better procurement and delivery’ could boost Northern Powerhouse initiative
By Editor on July 7, 2015
Following the recent Government announcement on delays to major rail investment, Michael Jones, Leader of Cheshire East Council, is calling for a major shake-up in the...
Council holds ceremony in memory of Tunisia beach terror victims
By Editor on July 6, 2015
Cheshire East Council has held a minute’s silence and lowered its flag in remembrance of the victims of the terror attack in Tunisia. A total...
Young entrepreneurs ready to set up shop
By Editor on July 6, 2015
Young entrepreneurs are hoping to turn their design ideas into profit with a pop-up store. Pupils from Ash Grove Academy will be at The Grosvenor Centre on...
How about a visit to Tatton Park this weekend
By Editor on July 4, 2015
If you’re stuck for something to do this weekend – Tatton Park has plenty to offer. A walk in the deer park, shopping in the...
Macclesfield Tennis Club Annual Tournament
By Editor on July 3, 2015
Macclesfield Tennis Club held their Annual Tournament recently. Dylan Connolly, 15, was the youngest ever winner of the Men’s singles. Two juniors also won the Men’s Doubles, Dylan Connolly...
Karl is the Barnaby Festival Director
By Editor on July 2, 2015
Macclesfield Barnaby Festival has announced that Karl Wallace will take up the role of Festival Director as of July 2015. The 14-month, part-time contract will...
Operation Crossbow brings results
By Editor on July 2, 2015
A number of criminals travelling across the borders between Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Shropshire were apprehended yesterday (Wednesday 1 July). Operation Crossbow involved Cheshire Police,...
Cheshire Game & Angling Fair
By Editor on July 2, 2015
Put 16th August in your diary now. That’s the date of the Cheshire Game & Angling Fair – one of the greatest one day family...
Tackling criminals across the region
By Editor on July 1, 2015
Criminals travelling across the borders between Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Shropshire are being targeted today, Wednesday 1 July, as part of Operation Crossbow....
Men can wear sandals to the office as well
By Editor on July 1, 2015
Local law firm, SAS Daniels is warning North West bosses to ensure that employees remain cool and don’t get too hot headed as the temperatures...