We have had reports of people posing as representatives of Age UK, dropping off donation bags for clothing and arranging for their collection.
We have spoken to Age UK and they have confirmed they have suspended this service during the current COVID 19 situation.
Please stay extra vigilant for this type of scam and report any concerns via our Cheshire Police website or 101. 999 in an emergency.
Nantwich Food Festival says ‘Have we got some great Chefs for you!’
Locals will already have the dates of Nantwich Food Festival 2025 in their diaries - August 29th, 30th and 31st.
Public views to be sought on new domestic abuse strategy
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.
Appeal for information following commercial burglary in Weaverham
Detectives are appealing for information and video footage following a burglary at a convenience store in Weaverham.
Appeal for information after offensive posters appear in Macclesfield Town Centre
Police in Macclesfield are investigating a spate of homophobic and transphobic messaging which have appeared on lampposts in the town.
KNUTSFORD SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR AWARDED MBE IN KING’S BIRTHDAY HONOURS
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.
Cheshire Firefighter Honoured with British Empire Medal for Outstanding Charity Work
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service has announced that Crew Manager Stuart Plaskett has been awarded the prestigious British Empire Medal in recognition of his exceptional fundraising efforts and unwavering dedication to the Fire Fighters Charity.
New Knutsford Town Centre Shopping Map
The 2025/6 Knutsford Town Centre map has been published in time for the summer season.
Spending Review - Middlewich Eastern Bypass
The Government’s Spending Review will invest more in local transport infrastructure, but there was no specific commitment to fund the Middlewich Eastern Bypass.
New funding opens doors to employment for young people with SEND
Cheshire East Council has secured fresh funding from the Department for Education to further boost its successful supported internships programme—an initiative that connects young people aged 16–25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to meaningful employment opportunities.
Man found guilty of sexual offences against children
A man has been found guilty of sexual offences against children in the Winsford area more than 20 years ago.
Man charged in relation to Macclesfield cannabis farm
A man who was arrested in connection to a cannabis farm in Macclesfield has been charged.
Appeal for information following serious collision near Sandbach
Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a serious collision near Sandbach.
Catalytic converter theft - what to look out for
Catalytic converter theft most frequently occurs in car parks, but it can happen anywhere.
Radiology colleagues at Macclesfield Hospital to scale new heights to raise funds for a new waiting area
Colleagues from Macclesfield District General Hospital’s Radiology service will be hitting new heights in July all in aid of raising funds to improve patient experience within the department.
Northwich burglar back behind bars
A prolific burglar from Northwich has been jailed again after he admitted to breaking into a business premises in the town.
Care Quality Commission takes action to protect people at Cheshire care home
The Care Quality Commission, has rated Priesty Fields Care Home in Congleton as inadequate and placed the service into special measures following an inspection in January.
New SEND strategy to ensure children get the right support in the right place at the right time
A new strategy to improve support and standards for children in Cheshire East with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) has been agreed.
Congleton Food & Drink Festival Hailed as a Fantastic Success
Congleton’s Annual Food & Drink Festival, held on Sunday 8th June, has been declared a "fantastic success," drawing thousands of visitors into the town centre despite the rain showers.
Crewe man found guilty of domestic abuse against former partner
A man from Crewe has been found guilty of domestic abuse offences against his former partner.
Two charged with supplying class A drugs in Crewe
Detectives investigating the supply of illegal drugs in Crewe have charged two people.
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