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Chilean trio jailed following investigation into Wilmslow and Alderley Edge burglaries
Friday 16th June 2023
Fri 16th Jun 2023

Chilean trio jailed following investigation into Wilmslow and Alderley Edge burglaries

Three men from Chile who travelled to the UK with the intention of committing crime have been jailed. Victor Munoz, 31, Sergio Sepulveda Castro, 27, and…
You’re Invited to Arighi Bianchi’s Summer Party
Thursday 15th June 2023
Thu 15th Jun 2023

You’re Invited to Arighi Bianchi’s Summer Party

Promotional Feature Annual must-attend event will take place at its Silk Road in Macclesfield store on Saturday 24th June Arighi Bianchi has unveiled…
'Decision is a waste of public money and a shambolic example of the broken planning system'
Tuesday 13th June 2023
Tue 13th Jun 2023
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'Decision is a waste of public money and a shambolic example of the broken planning system'

The Chairman and CEO of Churchill Retirement Living has hit back at the Council's decision to refuse planning permission for their development of 34 retirement…
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Plans for refurbishment of Wilmslow Fire Station
Monday 12th June 2023
Mon 12th Jun 2023
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Plans for refurbishment of Wilmslow Fire Station

Plans have been submitted to refurbish the exterior of Wilmslow Fire Station. The scheme includes replacing the roof coverings, windows and doors. Additionally,…
Mark Your Calendar!
Monday 12th June 2023
Mon 12th Jun 2023

Mark Your Calendar!

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Committee overturns Planning Officer's recommendation for controversial retirement apartment scheme
Friday 9th June 2023
Fri 9th Jun 2023
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Committee overturns Planning Officer's recommendation for controversial retirement apartment scheme

Controversial plans to demolish two houses on Holly Road South and replace them with 34 retirement apartments have been refused. Members of the Northern…
Council reveals cost-saving library plans
Friday 9th June 2023
Fri 9th Jun 2023

Council reveals cost-saving library plans

Cheshire East Council is consulting on proposals to reduce the current opening hours of libraries across the borough. They are proposing to close all…
Suspects arrested in relation to Wilmslow burglary
Wednesday 7th June 2023
Wed 7th Jun 2023

Suspects arrested in relation to Wilmslow burglary

Three people have been arrested in relation to burglary and handling offences after early-morning raids in Stockport. Two men, aged 49 and 36, are in…
Land acquired to build 175 new homes in Wilmslow
Wednesday 7th June 2023
Wed 7th Jun 2023

Land acquired to build 175 new homes in Wilmslow

Promotional Feature Jones Homes North West has completed a land deal which paves the way for the construction of 175 new homes in Wilmslow. The site acquired…
Trafford Road to close for surfacing works
Tuesday 6th June 2023
Tue 6th Jun 2023
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Trafford Road to close for surfacing works

The upper section of Trafford Road will be closed next week to allow Cheshire East Highways to carry out surfacing works. It is anticipated that the works…
Police warn people to be vigilant following distraction thefts
Friday 2nd June 2023
Fri 2nd Jun 2023

Police warn people to be vigilant following distraction thefts

Police are warning residents to remain vigilant following reports of distraction thefts across the county. Between May 17th and 31st officers have been…
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Programme to help reduce domestic abuse reoffending is coming to Cheshire
Friday 2nd June 2023
Fri 2nd Jun 2023

Programme to help reduce domestic abuse reoffending is coming to Cheshire

Over £1.1 million of additional funding has been secured, from the Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Interventions Fund, to support the introduction of…
Council could face £319,000 fee for report into 'bullying' behaviour of former leader
Thursday 1st June 2023
Thu 1st Jun 2023
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Council could face £319,000 fee for report into 'bullying' behaviour of former leader

Cheshire East Council has been notified of the external auditor's proposed fee for the public interest report, on the impact of the council's culture…
Jewellery and expensive accessories stolen during Knutsford Road burglary
Thursday 1st June 2023
Thu 1st Jun 2023

Jewellery and expensive accessories stolen during Knutsford Road burglary

Police were made aware of reports of a burglary at an address on Knutsford Road in Alderley Edge at 8.20pm on Monday, 29th May. Unknown offenders have…
Congleton Road to close for gully clearing
Tuesday 30th May 2023
Tue 30th May 2023
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Congleton Road to close for gully clearing

Congleton Road will be closed next week to allow Cheshire East Highways to carry out jetting works. It is anticipated that the jetting of the highways…
Decision due on latest plans for retirement apartments in Wilmslow
Tuesday 30th May 2023
Tue 30th May 2023
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Decision due on latest plans for retirement apartments in Wilmslow

Plans to demolish two houses on Holly Road South and replace them with 34 retirement  apartments, along with a lodge managers office and reception,…
Woman dies after being struck by train near Wilmslow station
Tuesday 30th May 2023
Tue 30th May 2023

Woman dies after being struck by train near Wilmslow station

A woman died after being hit by a train near Wilmslow Station on Monday, 29th May. Emergency services attended the incident at 11.17am and the woman was…
Reader's Letter: Imbecilic anti-social boy racers back again!
Sunday 28th May 2023
Sun 28th May 2023
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Reader's Letter: Imbecilic anti-social boy racers back again!

Whilst welcoming the return of summer and its light mornings, lighter evenings and warmer, sunnier weather that allows us to sit in and enjoy our gardens,…
Discover a refreshed smile at Croft Dental in Wilmslow!
Friday 26th May 2023
Fri 26th May 2023

Discover a refreshed smile at Croft Dental in Wilmslow!

Promotional Feature Are you searching for a dental practice that not only offers exceptional care but also provides a revitalising experience? Look no…
Jones Homes to host coffee and cake event at Sanctuary
Thursday 25th May 2023
Thu 25th May 2023

Jones Homes to host coffee and cake event at Sanctuary

Promotional Feature Jones Homes is inviting house-hunters for coffee and cake at Sanctuary Wilmslow to showcase the selection of new homes which have…