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Nantwich Food Festival has a great reputation for quality live music, and 2025 feels like it could be the best year yet!

Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any dashcam footage to come forward following a fail-to-stop collision in Winsford.

A county lines drug dealer from Crewe has been jailed.

Cheshire East Council has announced the launch of four new community grant programmes for 2025–2026, designed to empower local organisations, strengthen neighbourhoods, and support residents through challenging times.

A man selling heroin and crack cocaine on the streets of Crewe has been jailed.

Carefound Home Care Wilmslow is once again bringing the local community together with a charity football match at the Leasing.com Stadium, this time in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

The ribbon has been cut to mark the official opening of the new Cheshire and Merseyside Surgical Centre, part of the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich (VIN).

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Detectives from Cheshire Police have arrested four people in the Midlands in connection to a high value burglary series across the UK.

Cheshire’s Chief Constable Mark Roberts made a trip to Crewe to see how the Constabulary has supported a new £2.5m boxing facility for the community.

A dedicated member of Macclesfield Hospital’s Emergency Department will be taking on the challenge of a lifetime in September as she climbs Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of raising funds to enhance the training and development opportunities for her colleagues.

Nantwich Food Festival organisers were thrilled to hear that the festival has been shortlisted for one of the Cheshire Life Food & Drink Awards 2025.

Animal lovers are invited to join in the fun at a Bark in the Park event which has been organised by the RSPCA Macclesfield Branch.

As part of a national initiative ahead of a change in the law surrounding ‘Ninja Sword’s’, Cheshire Constabulary will be holding an amnesty event across July.

In the heart of Crewe, tucked inside the welcoming walls of St Andrews Church Hall, something extraordinary is happening.

Detectives investigating an armed robbery at a phone shop in Crewe have charged a man in connection with the incident.

Detectives investigating a serious collision involving a police car in Haslington have charged a man in relation to the incident.

Here's an update of the events happening at Jodrell Bank during August and September...

Regular visitors to Nantwich Food Festival know they can expect high quality events as well as good food in the festival that runs this year for three full days from 29th to 31st August.

Cheshire East has a proud and enduring history of military service, with generations of armed forces personnel calling the county home.

Officers have secured a closure order following reports of anti-social behaviour at an address in Macclesfield.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals is urging armed forces veterans to say they served when using health and care services.

A man has been jailed after setting fire to a school bus in Winsford.

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Officers have arrested a man and seized a quantity of class A drugs following a raid in Winsford

A man has been jailed for more than five years for drugs offences in Northwich.

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Students from The University of Manchester’s Physics Society have constructed a remarkable 30,500-piece Lego model of the iconic Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank, commemorating the observatory’s 80th anniversary.

The Mayor of Knutsford, Cllr Bryan Hartley, is inviting the Knutsford community to join his Civic Sunday Parade and Service on Saturday 13th July.

East Cheshire NHS Charity are pleased to offer two exclusive places for the London Marathon 2026 and give you the opportunity to take part in one of the world's most celebrated races whilst making a meaningful impact on the work of your local NHS charity.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Wrenbury Medical Practice in Wrenbury, Nantwich, as outstanding following an inspection in April and May.

A woman has been banned from a retail park in Crewe following the successful application of a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).

Officers from Macclesfield Local Policing Unit issued more than 20 traffic offence reports last weekend as part of ongoing efforts to tackle illegal car meets in Alderley Edge.

Job seekers and career changers from across Cheshire East gathered on Friday 20th June at the Macclesfield Jobs Fair, a vibrant event designed to connect local talent with potential employers.

The North West’s water company has started work to upgrade its Bexton Road storm overflow capacity, in Knutsford, to reduce the number of times that the overflow operates during heavy rain.

Cheshire East Council wants your views on its equality, diversity and inclusion strategy.

A former football coach, who preyed on and abused several children over a 30-year period, has been found guilty of nearly 60 historic child sex offences.

Officers investigating the supply of illegal drugs in the Crewe area have charged a man.

Officers from Macclesfield and Northwich Local Policing Units have been out in force to tackle issues with parking and anti-social behaviour in Pickmere.

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Over 100 officers from the eastern area of the county have conducted a day of action to disrupt criminals abusing the road networks as well as tackling immigration and modern-day slavery offences.

Officers investigating an attempted robbery in Congleton have charged a man in relation to the incident.

Two more county lines dealers have been jailed following another successful stop check in Winsford.

A man from Northwich has been found guilty of grooming and sexually abusing a young boy in the 1990s.

Police are investigating after a man was found seriously injured on a train at Nantwich.

A man who described himself as Cheshire’s very own Kardashian has been pleaded guilty to fraud and theft.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and video footage following two burglaries at a building society in Congleton.

Eighteen keen learners from a local girl guides group visited Holmes Chapel wastewater treatment works to discover more about how United Utilities processes waste, and what they can do to help at home.

Bus users have placed Cheshire East Council in the top ten of local authorities for how satisfied they are with their bus services.

Congleton Town Council has distributed drug testing kits to over thirty hospitality venues across the town, as part of a new initiative to help combat spiking in the night-time economy.

Two colleagues at East Cheshire NHS Trust (ECT) are celebrating after triumphing at the inaugural Dementia Care Awards in London.

Officers are appealing for witnesses and anyone with footage to get in touch with them following a fail-to-stop collision in Middlewich.

Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage after several cars were damaged in Winnington near to the local Infirmary.

Officers from Cheshire Police have issued a dispersal order following intelligence in relation to a possible car meet in Alderley Edge.

Officers have issued a warning following reports of an unauthorised car meet in Alderley Edge.

The leader and deputy leader of Cheshire East Council and the leader of the Cheshire East Conservative group have issued a joint statement following Councillor Chris Hilliard's passing...

Police in Crewe are appealing for help in tracing a wanted man from Shropshire.

With warmer temperatures forecast and many enjoying summer getaways, Cheshire East Council is reminding residents to prioritise health and safety during warmer weather.

Cheshire East Council is consulting on the refurbishing of two more ‘Pocket Parks’ in Crewe.

Detectives investigating a burglary at a business premises in Northwich have charged a man in relation to the incident.

Officers investigating an incident in Macclesfield are appealing for witnesses and those with dashcam footage to get in touch with them.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity has officially opened a brand-new, purpose-designed dementia garden at Leighton Hospital.

A man has been banned from several areas of Crewe after officers secured a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).

A man has been jailed after officers seized more than 700 cannabis plants from a farm in Macclesfield.

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Officers from Cheshire Constabulary have been out in Cheshire, taking part in a series of road safety initiatives aimed at improving safety and awareness for riders across the county.

Locals will already have the dates of Nantwich Food Festival 2025 in their diaries - August 29th, 30th and 31st.

Cheshire East Council has today (16th June) launched a six-week public consultation on a powerful new strategy to tackle domestic abuse and support those affected across the borough.

Detectives are appealing for information and video footage following a burglary at a convenience store in Weaverham.

Police in Macclesfield are investigating a spate of homophobic and transphobic messaging which have appeared on lampposts in the town.

Jane Kenyon, a Knutsford-based social entrepreneur and founder of the non-profit Girls Out Loud, has been awarded the honour of Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to gender equality in women and young girls in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List.

Two Cheshire Constabulary officers have secured a potentially life-saving defibrillator to be kept in a policing vehicle thanks to the Police Innovation Fund, launched by the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Scammers are impersonating British Gas with fake emails tempting recipients to click a link to get a fake energy refund.

Detectives investigating a stabbing in Macclesfield are appealing for information from members of the public.

Here are the results of the Cheshire Women's Cricket League Finals Day.

After four years of campaigning, by Woolstanwood Parish Councillors, the Borough Council has erected a new metal safety fence between the footpath and the drop down to the Valley Brook, in Middlewich Road, near to the Rising Sun public house.

Detectives from Northwich CID have charged a woman following an armed robbery at a convenience store in Winsford.

A-level students across Cheshire East have achieved impressive results that are above those seen pre-pandemic in 2019.

David Rutley, MP for Macclesfield, was pleased to see during a recent visit to Bollington based Bridgend Centre, that Ms Rebecca Lea, Centre Manager and her team continue to deliver a range of services to the community including expanding their buddying scheme.

Police investigating a collision on the A559 near Northwich are appealing for information from members of the public.

Various road improvement schemes are to take place in Nantwich later this month and into September.

Following the success of last year’s Climate Festival and Green Fayre, Congleton Town Council and Congleton Partnership are working together to bring another Green Week to Congleton - but this time from the 18th – 25th September.

On Friday 30th September, Congleton Town Council is hosting a marvellous Medieval Banquet as part of Congleton’s 750th Charter Year celebrations.

It has been an extremely rewarding day at Cheshire College – South & West, as over 200 A Level students attended the College’s Crewe Campus to collect their results.

Alderley Edge School for Girls is celebrating outstanding A Level results for its Upper Sixth students with 28% of grades awarded being an A*, 66% of students receiving an A* - A and 81% of students receiving A* to B.

Latest statement from Arriva, following a further improved offer and confirmation of strike action being suspended.

Residents, businesses, stakeholders and supporters from across the country have been thanked for their support in getting behind Crewe’s Great British Railways bid during the public vote.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward following an incident in Crewe.

The latest statement from Arriva, following the rejection result in the recent ballot by Unite and GMB union members.

Police investigating a collision on the A559 near Northwich are appealing for information from members of the public.

Officers are appealing for information following a serious collision in Rainow.

The Friends of Congleton Park and Congleton Town Council are extremely proud that the town park has gained its 15th consecutive Green Flag and third Green Heritage award.

Thousands of Congletonians and guests from across the UK travelled to Congleton Park for an exciting afternoon of Medieval Mayhem!

National Highways’ project to upgrade the M56 in the North West is nearly complete.

Cheshire Constabulary fully supports the new Race Action Plan being put together by the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC).

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Officers visited several bars in Wilmslow this weekend as part of an ongoing operation targeting recreational drug use across Cheshire.

Positive progress is being made with the A6 corridor study, which has been commissioned by Local Authorities in response to concerns about traffic congestion and air quality in communities on this strategic highway, including Disley, Newtown, High Lane and Furness Vale.

Sandbach RUFC finished their pre-season campaign with a useful work out against former Midlands Premier League opponents Burton on Saturday.

A man who was arrested in connection with a burglary at a primary school in Winsford has now been charged.

Officers from Macclesfield and Northwich Local Policing Units are working together this weekend to help to tackle anti-social behaviour in Pickmere.

After a two-year hiatus, Royal Voluntary Service is re-launching its iconic hospital trolley services in Warrington and Macclesfield.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has submitted two Petitions against the HS2 Phase 2b: High Speed Rail (Crewe – Manchester) Bill 2022 and an Additional Provision (AP1).

Police and Crime Commissioner, John Dwyer and Cheshire Constabulary Chief Inspector Fez Khan joined Crewe and Nantwich MP, Dr. Kieran Mullan at a community meeting to discuss anti-social behaviour on Crewe’s Sherbourne Estate.

Officers are reminding motorists drive safely ahead of the hot weather this weekend.

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This summer’s unmissable outdoor cinema movie extravaganza opens on location at Bolesworth in the heart of Cheshire from 19 to 21 August 2022.

Officers from Northwich Local Policing Unit have arrested a man in connection with a burglary at a primary School in Winsford.

Cheshire East Council is urging people to take ‘sensible precautions’ after the Met Office issued an amber ‘extreme heat’ warning for the region.

Northwich library is to remain closed to the public until late September for stabilisation work and further structural investigations on the building.

Street Angels aim to provide assistance and support for those who become vulnerable late at night. Police and Crime Commissioner, John Dwyer, visited the team at St Michael’s Church in Macclesfield to find out more about their work and the support provided by the volunteers.

A 40-year-old man who man who was arrested in relation to an armed robbery in Winsford has been released on conditional bail and detained under the mental health act.

Cheshire East Council has submitted its petition against the HS2 Phase 2b Hybrid Bill (the Bill) – renewing its calls for the government to ‘deliver the best possible outcome for the borough and its communities’.

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Cheshire East Council is calling out for community-led project ideas as part of its crowdfunding initiative, Cheshire East Crowd.

Cheshire Police are working with Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service to warn residents not to be tempted to cool off in open water, unless with a supervised open water swimming club.

Detectives investigating an armed robbery at a betting shop in Winsford have arrested a man in connection with the incident.

Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, John Dwyer, met with North Rode residents, local councillors, and Cheshire Constabulary’s Inspector Andy Baker to discuss the community’s concerns surrounding speeding and HGV traffic in their area.

Knutsford Food & Drink Festival will make its inaugural appearance this Saturday 13th August. The event will bring together venues across Knutsford in a celebration of all things food and drink.

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Cheshire Police are continuing their crack down on offending motorists and criminals driving in Cheshire.

Officers have charged a man following a disturbance in Crewe.

Transforming Lives 100-mile cycle ride ‘The Cheshire Dash 2022’ raised an incredible £60,000 in aid of local children’s cancer charity, The Joshua Tree.

A mother and daughter who were forced to flee Ukraine have received a special gift via Cheshire East Council.

Queens Park in Crewe is a firm favourite with local families for picnics and play dates, however recently the area has been suffering from episodes of anti-social behaviour.

Cheshire East Council has submitted three bids to round two of the government’s Levelling Up Fund.

A new documentary film launched on Thursday of last week to celebrate Crewe’s history as a rail town and look to the town’s future.

Cheshire East Council’s housing team has recently received the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) accreditation, meaning they offer a safe and effective response to domestic abuse.

The Mayor of Crewe, Virginia has written to Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps MP, declaring the US town’s support for its UK namesake’s bid to host the national headquarters of Great British Railways.

Green Flags will fly over no fewer than 11 of the borough’s parks, nature reserves and green spaces this summer.

Officers in Crewe have organised some fun activities this summer to keep children busy over the holidays.

Unfortunately, the current industrial action at Arriva North West is not resolved.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and video footage following an armed robbery at a betting shop in Winsford.

Macclesfield town regeneration was the main topic of discussion for Mark Howden, Chief Executive of Peaks & Plains Housing Trust and local MP, David Rutley during a recent tour of Sunderland Street and Macclesfield town centre.

The Police and Crime Commissioner welcomed the Deafness Support Network (DSN) and North West Ambulance Service to the Force Control Centre at Police HQ.

The news that Marks and Spencer has joined Aldi in removing disposable barbecues from shelves in all its stores is welcomed by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal collision in Holmes Chapel.

Work is starting in August in Knutsford to install new electricity cables to support the roll out of rapid electric vehicle charging at Knutsford services.

Officers have charged a man in relation to a burglary at an address in Leighton.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following the attempted murder of a 20-year-old man at Handforth station last week.

Several bars in Alderley Edge and Wilmslow were visited by police officers as part of an operation to target recreational drug use.

Unfortunately, the current industrial action at Arriva North West is not resolved.

Months of preparation and hard work from community groups and organisations across Congleton impressed the National Britain in Bloom judges, Geraldine King and Ann Holland when they judged Congleton as one of the best large towns in the UK.

Congleton Town Council are putting the finishing touches together for an action-packed Medieval Festival fun day as part of the town’s 750 charter year celebrations.

It's back, the Congleton Harriers have announced that the 38th Congleton Half-Marathon will take place on Sunday 2nd October 2022.

The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted Mark Nicholas for running an illegal waste business without any of the necessary legal permissions on land at Wardle Hall Farm, Green Lane, Nantwich.

This summer, children across Cheshire can enjoy free, creative drop-ins, films and storytelling thanks to West Cheshire Museums.

The Tatton Park Pop Up Festival is set to finish with a bang, with an exciting final weekend line up culminating in a live orchestral Proms night featuring singalong classics such as ‘Land of Hope and Glory’ and ‘Rule Britannia’

Manchester Airport has provided an update on its recovery ahead of the start of the peak summer season.

Two men have been charged following an investigation into burglaries in Crewe.

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Operation Powdered will be running throughout the summer as part of Cheshire Constabulary’s continued efforts to tackle drug related crime and child criminal exploitation.

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire has partnered with ‘Self Defence with Clare’ to provide free classes for women and girls in Cheshire East.

Operation Nottingham has continued this week, officers from Cheshire West and Chester Council have seized more illegal tobacco and cigarettes during the operation to stop traders selling counterfeit or contraband products.

Cheshire-based domestic abuse charity, My CWA (formerly Cheshire Without Abuse), has launched a brand-new programme to educate teenagers on domestic abuse and its warning signs.

Unfortunately the current industrial action at Arriva North West is not resolved.

Works to make significant improvements to Victoria Park in Macclesfield started today.

Love Parks Week is back, taking place from 29th July to 5th August 2022, giving people across the country the chance to shout about their wonderful green spaces.

Officers in Crewe have charged a man following a burglary in Crewe.

Officers across Cheshire raised awareness for Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) in a week of action which ran from Monday 18 July to Friday 22 July.

More than 100 businesses have penned an open letter to the Transport Secretary, the Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP, backing Crewe’s bid to be the home of the Great British Railways (GBR) Headquarters.

The provision of dementia day opportunities in Macclesfield is to undergo a transformation, with services delivered from the Brocklehurst Centre moving to a dedicated dementia unit at the Mayfield Centre.

Cheshire East Council is on track to deliver its open, fairer and greener vision for the borough.

A former Leighton Hospital nurse from Crewe is to appear in a Real Housewives of Cheshire ‘special’ as part of a campaign to create more awareness and get people talking about the menopause.

The 23rd of July saw people of all ages, many adorned in rainbow colours, sequins, glitter and face paint, gather in the town centre for the Congleton Pride event.

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire has welcomed the news that his latest bids for a total of £1.5 million from the Government’s Safer Streets Fund have been successful.

Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer recently visited Macclesfield Rugby Union Football Club to hear about their experience with ASB.

The leaders of Cheshire Constabulary have marked the 20th anniversary of the introduction of Police Community Support Officers to UK policing by thanking the force’s PCSOs for all that they have done – and continue to do – to make the county an even safer place to live, work and visit.

Carefound Home Care have just achieved the coveted Outstanding CQC rating across all their branches and are hosting a recruitment open day in Wilmslow to encourage more people to start a career in care.

Back in February, the go-ahead was given to create a new garden in Congleton Park. The Just Bee Garden is based on an original design by local schoolgirl Miss Annabel Jackson (12) at Congleton High School.

Crewe Policing Unit are taking part in a number of activities during Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week.

Thousands of free places for summer holiday activities are available across Cheshire East for children and young people eligible for income-related free school meals.

Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, John Dwyer, was joined by local police officers, police community support officer’s (PCSOs) for the annual Disability Awareness Day event at Warrington’s Walton Hall and Gardens.

Cheshire Constabulary has seen the highest reduction rate in homicides in the UK and has the lowest rate of murder in the country, figures released by the Office of National Statistics have revealed today (21 July).

Two neglected dogs found dumped at the side of a country road on the hottest day of the year have prompted an RSPCA investigation.

For the first time since the pandemic started, local MP, David Rutley, welcomed over 30 students from The Fallibroome Academy for a tour of the Houses of Parliament and to talk about how Westminster works and our democratic processes.

Cheshire East Council has been listening to initial feedback and has put on hold plans to host a public vote to decide on the design of a ‘heritage wall’, that will feature as a landmark for people arriving in Crewe’s town centre.

Officers are appealing witnesses and video footage following a serious collision in Brereton, near Sandbach.

Detectives investigating an assault against a member of rail staff, on a train near Alderley Edge station, are appealing for further information.

Cheshire East Council has beefed up its guidance to developers around housing schemes.

Cheshire East Council has revealed two design options for a new piece of public art that will feature as part of its Royal Arcade scheme in Crewe – and the final decision is now down to YOU.

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A dog with an affectionate personality is still looking for his forever home after finding himself back in the care of the RSPCA, with whom he has now spent just over 250 days.

Cheshire West and Chester Council can today announce that B&M will open a new flagship store as part of phase one of plans to transform Winsford Town Centre.

Arriva North West buses has expressed disappointment as it confirms that Unions have informed the company of their intention to strike from 02:00 on Wednesday 20th July.

Congleton Town Council are inviting residents to come together to celebrate Congleton’s 750th Charter year with a FREE Medieval Festival Fun Day in Congleton Park on Saturday 13 August 2022, from 12 noon – 6pm.

Congleton is dressed to impress, as Britain in Bloom judges prepare to arrive in town for a whistle-stop tour.

After a sell-out performance at Tatton Park Pop Up Festival on Saturday 2nd July, the exhilarating Ibiza experience - Symphonic Ibiza - returns by popular demand this weekend!

Extra powers have come into force giving police and some authorised officers extra powers to deal with anti-social activity in one of the borough’s key towns.

At the adults and health committee meeting today (Monday), councillors agreed to launch a trial smoking cessation incentive scheme to support pregnant women and others in their household to quit smoking.

Plans to take forward flood prevention in Poynton was the main topic discussed at a recent meeting with the Deputy Leader, Cllr Craig Browne, and senior officers of Cheshire East Council and Macclesfield’s MP, David Rutley.

The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) is warning the public about the continued increase in reports about scams where victims are targeted on WhatsApp by criminals pretending to be someone they know – typically their children.

Inspirational junior swimmers aged 14-16, from Beech Hall School in Cheshire, have successfully completed a 21-mile relay swim of the English Channel, raising a significant £42,000 and counting for Mencap, the UK’s learning disability charity.

Congleton Town Council’s White Ribbon Group visited Alsager School recently to give talks to encourage students to challenge sexism and harassment, and join the White Ribbon Campaign.

Officers across Cheshire Constabulary are taking part in a series of activities to mark Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week.

Minshull Vernon and District Parish Council, which covers Leighton, Woolstanwood and Minshull Vernon Parishes, has initiated a link between the Axis Academy In Woolstanwood and the Queens Park Golf Club, which is next door to Woolstanwood and close to the Academy.

Rail Minister Wendy Morton MP visited Crewe, as the town showed why it is at the heart of rail and has the credentials to be the home of Great British Railways Headquarters.

Officers in Poynton have issued a dispersal order following a spate of anti-social behaviour in the town.

Swimmers across Cheshire are urged to resist the siren call of reservoirs this summer – or risk the sound of emergency sirens too.

A charity worker from Cheshire has been nominated by Sport Relief and selected to be a Batonbearer in the prestigious Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay.

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Rail passengers in the North West are being advised to plan ahead with heatwave conditions expected to impact journeys next week.

Motorists are being urged to ditch their vehicles and ‘get more active’ to mark World Car-Free Day.

Cheshire East Council is holding a public exhibition on plans to deliver a state-of-the-art new history centre in Crewe – transforming access to Cheshire’s archives and ensuring their preservation for future generations

Thursday 14th July 2022 marks the Day of Memory for victims of ‘honour’-based abuse. Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, John Dwyer, is joining organisations across the country to remember the lives of victims and the courage of survivors.

Here's the latest update regarding the current pay talks and proposed industrial action covering Arriva North West and Arriva Merseyside.

Detectives investigating a serious sexual assault in Crewe are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

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Eight people were arrested and 12 vehicles were seized in joint crackdown on cross-border criminals for Operation Crossbow on Tuesday 12 July.

Cross border criminals travelling between Cheshire and Greater Manchester were targeted today (Tuesday 12 July) in a show of force as part of Operation Crossbow.

Motorists are being urged to ditch their vehicles and ‘get more active’ to mark World Car-Free Day.

What is phishing and how does it work?

Cross border criminals travelling between Cheshire and Greater Manchester were targeted today (Tuesday 12 July) in a show of force as part of Operation Crossbow.