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New police powers to tackle supply of legal highs
Thursday 26th May 2016
Thu 26th May 2016

New police powers to tackle supply of legal highs

New legislation came into force today, Thursday 26th May, meaning it is now illegal to sell or supply any psychoactive substance. Suppliers are being…
Action finally being taken to tackle 'anti-social behaviour'
Wednesday 25th May 2016
Wed 25th May 2016
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Action finally being taken to tackle 'anti-social behaviour'

Cheshire East Council are finally taking steps to resolve problems caused by 'anti-social behaviour' in one of the town centre car parks which has been…
New restaurant to revamp outdoor dining area
Wednesday 25th May 2016
Wed 25th May 2016
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New restaurant to revamp outdoor dining area

An Italian restaurant which is opening in the town centre shortly has been granted planning permission for a new external dining area which can be used…
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Town Council grant to support adults with learning difficulties
Wednesday 25th May 2016
Wed 25th May 2016
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Town Council grant to support adults with learning difficulties

Wilmslow Town Council has agreed to provide a grant of £1000 to a local charity which supports adults with learning difficulties. Time Out Group…
New abattoir application submitted
Wednesday 25th May 2016
Wed 25th May 2016
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New abattoir application submitted

A planning application seeking permission for agricultural buildings on Moor Lane to be used as an abattoir has been withdrawn and replaced with a new…
Fun dog show attracts bumper turnout
Wednesday 25th May 2016
Wed 25th May 2016

Fun dog show attracts bumper turnout

A family fun dog show proved even more popular than usual attracting 130 entrants on Sunday, 22nd May. For the fourth consecutive year Friends of the…
Residential development at former garden centre recommended for approval
Tuesday 24th May 2016
Tue 24th May 2016
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Residential development at former garden centre recommended for approval

Plans for a residential development on the site of a former garden centre will be considered by the Northern Planning Committee next month. Elan Homes…
Barlow's Beef: Are we heading for a toilet war?
Tuesday 24th May 2016
Tue 24th May 2016

Barlow's Beef: Are we heading for a toilet war?

There's been a lot of odd stories in the news recently don't you think? None more so than the transgender toilet war raging across the USA which seems…
The Dogfather: Daisy Dog 2006-2016
Tuesday 24th May 2016
Tue 24th May 2016
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The Dogfather: Daisy Dog 2006-2016

Daisy came to us in 2012 from a family who no longer wanted her. I was sure I could find her a loving home and I did... ours. Despite her alleged 'running…
Lest We Forget: May 1916 Fatalities on land and at sea
Sunday 22nd May 2016
Sun 22nd May 2016
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Lest We Forget: May 1916 Fatalities on land and at sea

In May we lost 2 men - one on land, the other at sea. The first of our local fatalities was Private Albert Thirwall (14157). He was one of 7 children…
Spate of hoax 999 calls from Wilmslow phone box
Saturday 21st May 2016
Sat 21st May 2016

Spate of hoax 999 calls from Wilmslow phone box

Residents are being warned to only call 999 in an emergency and to also remind their children about the dangers of making hoax calls. Cheshire Constabulary…
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New look for bobbies on the beat
Saturday 21st May 2016
Sat 21st May 2016
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New look for bobbies on the beat

Bobbies on the beat in Cheshire will soon have a new look as hard caps are being introduced following successful trials in Northwich and Chester. The…
Communities urged to join Council’s campaign to crack down on dog fouling
Friday 20th May 2016
Fri 20th May 2016
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Communities urged to join Council’s campaign to crack down on dog fouling

Cheshire East Council is spearheading a community initiative aimed at improving the behaviour of irresponsible dog owners. The Council is launching 'Dog…
Villagers unite against Real Housewife & ex-footballer's plans
Thursday 19th May 2016
Thu 19th May 2016
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Villagers unite against Real Housewife & ex-footballer's plans

Villagers in Great Warford are uniting in opposition to plans to create a conference and wedding venue at Warford Hall, which they have termed 'Party…
Wilmslow girlguiding star strikes gold at Buckingham Palace
Thursday 19th May 2016
Thu 19th May 2016
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Wilmslow girlguiding star strikes gold at Buckingham Palace

Nikki Street, 19, from Wilmslow was one of 1,000 young people from across the UK invited to celebrate the Diamond Anniversary of The Duke of Edinburgh's…
Not just a pipe dream: Town Council set to provide new public toilets
Wednesday 18th May 2016
Wed 18th May 2016
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Not just a pipe dream: Town Council set to provide new public toilets

Having identified an overwhelming demand, Wilmslow Town Council has committed to providing a public toilet facility at the car park in The Carrs. The…
Shopping centre owners object to plans for new Handforth retail park
Wednesday 18th May 2016
Wed 18th May 2016
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Shopping centre owners object to plans for new Handforth retail park

The owners of the Trafford Centre and joint owners of The Arndale Centre are objecting to plans for a new retail and leisure development on 15-acres of…
Do you want reindeer to parade?
Wednesday 18th May 2016
Wed 18th May 2016
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Do you want reindeer to parade?

Wilmslow Town Council has agreed to provide the funding for reindeer to enhance the switching on of the Christmas Lights event again this year. At their…
New chairman says it's a
Wednesday 18th May 2016
Wed 18th May 2016
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New chairman says it's a "great privilege" to be asked again

Councillor Martin Watkins has been elected as chairman of Wilmslow Town Council for the current Council year and Councillor Gary Barton has been elected…
Community garden is good to grow
Wednesday 18th May 2016
Wed 18th May 2016

Community garden is good to grow

Transition Wilmslow welcomed local residents and volunteers to their annual Seedling Saturday event at their community vegetable garden on Saturday, 14th…