News

  • Macclesfield u3a Open Day

    For anyone and everyone that may be interested. Macclesfield branch of u3a is having an Open Morning – with 20 plus stalls and stands. Refreshments...

  • Historic copper mine saved

    The conservation of a unique Peak District mining structure has been recognised in a celebration event at historic Ecton Copper Mine.  Completion of work to...

  • MP raises tip issues with Cheshire East

    Newly-elected Macclesfield MP, Tim Roca, has raised concerns over the closures of tips and libraries. Cheshire East Council, has announced the closure of three tips...

  • Teddies go to hospital

    Thousands of cuddly teddy bears, 7,000 in fact, have been donated to local hospitals courtesy of the Freemasons of Cheshire. A visit to the hospital...

  • Macclesfield care home supports ‘vets’

    A Macclesfield care home has been recognised for its standards of person-centred care for veterans. Hollins Park, on Victoria Road, became the first Care UK...

  • Police wanted!

    Cheshire Constabulary is looking to recruit new police constables and detectives. The application window opens today, Monday 22 July, for both the Police Constable Entry...

  • Celebrating 150 years of Macc football

    The Silk Museum in Macclesfield will be displaying items from a private collection of Macclesfield’s football history.  The display will allow visitors to explore the...

  • Cheshire Ranger Events – August 2024

    Above: Bollin Valley Partnership Ranger Nik recently captured a photo of an Emperor dragonfly as it was ovipositing (laying eggs) on pond vegetation Monday 5...

  • Confusing plans for food waste collections

    Black refuse bins will only be collected every three weeks under new Cheshire East Council plans. Under the last government’s “Simpler Recycling Scheme”, local councils...

  • Jailed after fleeing trial

    Two men who fled the country, whilst on trial over a fatal collision on the A34, have finally been jailed. Osama Saeed and Asgar Taj...

  • National Garden Scheme – Cheshire

    Whether you are a plantaholic looking for beautiful border inspiration or to buy great plants. Or maybe someone looking for a calming space to enjoy...

  • Top tips from Cheshire East

    Cheshire East Council are warning residents that “temperatures are forecast to rise.” Heaven forbid! Because we’re all thought of as numpties, without a clue, council...

  • Cheshire East leader’s resignation

    The leader of Cheshire East Council, Cllr Sam Corcoran, has resigned – hours before he faces a vote of no confidence. Labour Councillor Corcoran announced...

  • Plans for former tool-hire site

    Plans have been submitted for an apartment block and retail store on Mill Lane in Macclesfield. Serenity Developments Ltd has applied to Cheshire East Council...

  • Cheshire East libraries

    Plans for a tier system for libraries to determine their opening hours and services are under discussion by Cheshire East Council. The council has to...