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  • Men sought following Congleton assault

    By on July 12, 2023

    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

    By on July 12, 2023

    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

    By on July 12, 2023

    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

    By on July 12, 2023

    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

    By on July 11, 2023

    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

    By on July 11, 2023

    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

    By on July 11, 2023

    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

    By on July 10, 2023

    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’

    By on July 9, 2023

    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

    By on July 7, 2023

    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

    By on July 7, 2023

    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

    By on July 6, 2023

    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

    By on July 6, 2023

    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

    By on July 5, 2023

    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

    By on July 5, 2023

    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...

  • East Cheshire Hospice Sunflower Raffle

    By on July 5, 2023

    There are just THREE DAYS left to enter our Sunflower Raffle for your chance to win £1000! It’s your final chance to take part in our...

  • Live in the Park at Arley

    By on July 5, 2023

    Arley Hall is the stunning backdrop for our live music concert, where you can picnic before we bring you tributes to some of the greatest...

  • Sunderland Street car crash

    By on July 4, 2023

    An apparent contretemps between the drivers of a Ford Fiesta and a Range Rover resulted in one of the vehicles crashing into a Sunderland Street...

  • NHS@75 – Wednesday 5 July

    By on July 4, 2023

    Here’s how we’re celebrating this milestone at East Cheshire NHS Trust and how our local communities can join in. Patients and visitors on the day...

  • Buxton International Festival

    By on July 1, 2023

    Thursday 6 – Sunday 23 July 2023 We’re now less than a week away from another fabulous year at Buxton International Festival, with a selection...