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On the road to better highways
Saturday 5th June 2010
Sat 5th Jun 2010

On the road to better highways

Residents across Cheshire East will soon be able to have their say on how local roads and transport services could be improved because Cheshire East Council…
Gusto hosts 'Only Girls Aloud' charity bash
Friday 4th June 2010
Fri 4th Jun 2010
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Gusto hosts 'Only Girls Aloud' charity bash

Gusto and the Lynton Clinic teamed up with some of the coolest companies around last week to create a girls only pamper, beauty and fashion event in aid…
Countdown to the Cheshire Show
Thursday 3rd June 2010
Thu 3rd Jun 2010

Countdown to the Cheshire Show

Preparations are in the final stages for the 2010 Cheshire County Show, where over 80,000 visitors are set to enjoy the two-day extravaganza at the Tabley…
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Lunchtime concert hits golden note
Wednesday 2nd June 2010
Wed 2nd Jun 2010

Lunchtime concert hits golden note

Next week Alderley Edge Methodist Church will host their 50th lunchtime concert and the final one in the current series, featuring piano students from…
Wednesday 2nd June 2010
Wed 2nd Jun 2010

Volunteer with the fire service and make a difference

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is encouraging people from Cheshire to make a difference to the safety of the community by becoming a volunteer.…
Cheshire Police Dog Unit on the hunt for new talent
Tuesday 1st June 2010
Tue 1st Jun 2010

Cheshire Police Dog Unit on the hunt for new talent

Cheshire Constabulary's Dog Training unit are looking for talented Springer Spaniels, Cocker Spaniels, Collies, Labradors and Labrador/Springer…
Mastermind champion returns to the chair
Tuesday 1st June 2010
Tue 1st Jun 2010
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Mastermind champion returns to the chair

Alderley Edge is famously home to wealthy footballers and soap stars but many locals probably don't realise the village is also home to a Mastermind…
CEO leaves hospice in stronger position
Monday 31st May 2010
Mon 31st May 2010

CEO leaves hospice in stronger position

East Cheshire Hospice has announced that Chief Executive Jayne Bessant has accepted the recently advertised position of Chief Executive at St Ann’s…
Michel Roux caught on camera
Friday 28th May 2010
Fri 28th May 2010
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Michel Roux caught on camera

Celebrity chef Michel Roux JR is in Alderley Edge this morning being filmed for a new prime time TV series which will air in the autumn. Michel's father…
Friends struggle to progress with Cafe in the Park
Friday 28th May 2010
Fri 28th May 2010
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Friends struggle to progress with Cafe in the Park

Despite an overwhelming vote in favour of the idea last year, we (The Friends of Alderley Edge Park) are struggling to progress the project; primarily…
Dedicated team to police the village
Thursday 27th May 2010
Thu 27th May 2010

Dedicated team to police the village

I caught up with Inspector Matt Welsted and our PCSO Rebecca Woolley over a cup of coffee this week to learn about the recent changes within our local…
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Nimrod retires to Manchester Airport
Wednesday 26th May 2010
Wed 26th May 2010

Nimrod retires to Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport’s Visitor Park last night welcomed its newest exhibit, a RAF Nimrod aircraft, which took 25 people around 5 hours to wheel into…
The traditional village fete is back
Wednesday 26th May 2010
Wed 26th May 2010
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The traditional village fete is back

Following on from its hugely successful debut last summer the Alderley Edge Village Fete is back. It will be held at the Cricket Club on Sunday 27th June…
Half term family fun
Wednesday 26th May 2010
Wed 26th May 2010

Half term family fun

If you're looking for ways to entertain your children this May half term holiday then you'll be pleased to know it promises to be more fun-packed…
Brook Lane footpath to close for bypass works
Tuesday 25th May 2010
Tue 25th May 2010
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Brook Lane footpath to close for bypass works

As most of you will be aware, Birse Civils are currently constructing a new bridge on Brook Lane as part of the on-going works for the A34 Alderley Edge…
Terry Waite supports local hospice
Tuesday 25th May 2010
Tue 25th May 2010

Terry Waite supports local hospice

Alderley Edge Golf Club will be hosting an evening with former hostage Terry Waite CBE on Tuesday June 8th, in order to raise money for East Cheshire…
Cheshire Police urge victims of domestic abuse to come forward
Tuesday 25th May 2010
Tue 25th May 2010

Cheshire Police urge victims of domestic abuse to come forward

Cheshire Police is using this year’s World Cup tournament to highlight the support available to domestic abuse survivors with the message "Time’s…
Fancy dining on national TV?
Saturday 22nd May 2010
Sat 22nd May 2010

Fancy dining on national TV?

Next week filming will take place at London Road for a major new prime time TV series looking at teaching hospitality and front of house skills with a…
Manchester Airport launches free iPhone app
Saturday 22nd May 2010
Sat 22nd May 2010

Manchester Airport launches free iPhone app

Manchester Airport has launched a free iPhone app aimed at helping passengers using its facilities. Among the features include real time flight information…
Xtra support for young drivers
Saturday 22nd May 2010
Sat 22nd May 2010

Xtra support for young drivers

Thanks to a partnership involving Cheshire Safer Roads Partnership (CSRP) and Cheshire East Council, CSRP are part-funding 'Pass Plus Xtra'; a theory…